Our Foundation Stage children had a wonderful time last Friday when we welcomed Vet Liz to school! The visit linked to their learning theme "Help is at Hand", helping the children understand the important role vets play in keeping animals safe and healthy. The children also took part in lots of fun role play, becoming vets themselves! They carefully placed bandages on toy animals and used play medical equipment to check their patients, showing great kindness and care. Learning about vets helps children understand the important role they play in our communities and how they help to protect and look after animals. It was a brilliant hands-on experience that brought their learning to life!

On Wednesday evening, the Year 8 boys' football team produced a brilliant performance in the County Cup final against NSB, securing a memorable victory in an age category the school had never previously won. Unbeaten all season and brimming with confidence after a dominant 6–0 semi-final win, CCS started the game on the front foot. Their bright start, which saw an assured defensive display and attacking fluidity, saw CCS take the lead from a brilliantly taken finish by O. Clements-Hill, before doubling their advantage when A. Peroni rose highest at a corner to power home a bullet header. The momentum remained with CCS, and M. Carp added a well-deserved third, capping off an excellent attacking move. With a 3–0 lead, the team appeared in full control, until NSB hit back with two quickfire goals entering the final 10 minutes. Both sides created chances: CCS to put the game beyond doubt, and NSB to force an equaliser. In the games final minutes, H. Beezhold delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. His string of courageous saves kept CCS ahead, but it was the final kick of the game that saw an extraordinary fingertip stop, diverting a fierce shot onto the crossbar, sparking jubilant celebrations as the referee blew for full time. The 3–2 victory sealed the County Cup for CCS, maintaining their unbeaten year. A brilliant team performance, full of resilience, skill, and heart. Congratulations to the boys, Mr Musgrove and the PE Department for their hard work and dedication!

On Friday, eight students from Year 12 were selected to compete as a team in the regional finals of the European Youth Parliament competition. Hosted by Birmingham Aston University, CCS were given the position of opposition in a debate regarding the rise of online misogyny and extremism, successfully proving to the other delegates at the event that the resolution presented was not sufficient to manage the issue. The team also showed excellent dedication and teamwork through creating last minute speeches for other topics such as managing the increase in asylum seekers and reducing the impact of over tourism. The students worked tirelessly in the build up to this event on their research and speech making and the judges were impressed to see persuasive and well articulated points from every member of the team on the day. A huge congratulations to all students involved!

We're excited to share that our school was featured on BBC Radio Northampton this morning! You can listen back to the full programme here: Annabel Amos – 19/03/2026 – BBC Sounds https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002sc2d Our students and staff did an incredible job representing the amazing work happening across our school and community. If you'd like to jump to specific moments, here are the key times to listen from: 01:25 – 01:30 Principal, Chris Bishop and Vice Principal, Elizabeth Husband 01:53 – 01:59 Mr Andy Fisher discussing our primary and community projects 02:27 – 02:33 Sixth Form Student Leaders discussing future steps and more 02:54 – 02:58 Our wonderful Young Voices Primary Choir performing 'It's in my heart' led by Mr Charlie Sumner (Year 5 Teacher) 03:39 – 03:44 CCS Fest Celebration A huge thankyou to everyone involvedyou all made us proud!

To celebrate British Science Week, students immersed themselves with lots of fun scientific discovery and experiments. In Years 7–9, students enjoyed special lessons and fun assemblies, and our much-loved duck hatching experience returned once again this year for both primary and secondary, which is always a huge hit! In primary, children got hands-on with experiments, exploring questions like 'Can you clean dirty water?' 'Could we grow food on the moon?' 'Why is grass green?' and even tried the pepper and soap experiment to learn why handwashing is so important! They also got to enjoy using some previously donated science kits. We were also delighted to welcome inspiring visitors - David Heathcote from West Northants Council led an engaging session on waste management, helping pupils understand "Where does wrapping paper go?" and the importance of recycling in everyday life. Nedka Hristova, a midwife at Northampton General Hospital, delivered an informative talk alongside interactive classroom sessions, giving students a fascinating insight into healthcare and human development. Karishma Chugh, Tech Delivery Lead and Barclays, explored the question, "How does the internet work?" Through interactive activities, students gained a deeper understanding of the technology they use every day. A special thank you to all our visitors and of course everyone who made this week such a special experience for all, sparking curiosity and a love of science across the school!

County Cup Champions!! Our Girls U16s faced Latimer in the final game of the County Cup yesterday, and delivered a breathtaking performance to lift the trophy! The girls showcased teamwork, determination, and resilience from the first whistle to the last, dominating every phase of the game, closing down their opponents at every opportunity and never letting up, a testament to their relentless spirit. The final saw five fantastic goals, each a product of excellent passing, sharp vision, and a drive to succeed. Every strike reflected the girls' understanding of the game, their commitment to each other, and their sheer passion for football. This remarkable victory marks the fourth consecutive year that CCS Girls U16s have reached the county cup finalan unbelievable achievement that continues a legacy of excellence in CCS girls' football over the last eight years. Mrs Evans shares, "As a teacher and coach, I couldn't be prouder. Watching these young athletes grow in confidence, skill, and teamwork over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Many of these girls are now making their mark in local football, and I hope their achievements on the pitch continue for many years to come. "CCS Girls U16s have truly shown what determination, teamwork, and passion can achievethis County Cup victory is one I am incredibly proud of. Well done CCS! A special shout out also goes to Peaches, whilst she couldn't make it to the final game, she has had a fantastic season of her own and shown incredible teamwork throughout – well done." Final score 5-2, goal scorers Molly WJ 2/ Kyla S 2/ Lily B 1

Last Tuesday we were delighted to host our annual CCS Science Festival, celebrating the creativity and innovation of our students during British Science Week! Year 5 and 6 children from our wonderful cluster schools Woodland View and Wootton Primary School joined our CCS students from Years 5–8 to showcase their incredible ideas through a Science, Technology or Maths project of their choice. From engineering and physics to biology and computing, the projects demonstrated fantastic imagination and problem-solving skills, and we were especially pleased to see a record number of students taking part this year! A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the event such a success: Our external judges and Sixth Form judges for their time and expertise Our cadets for their invaluable help setting up the event Our wonderful Sixth Form student volunteers Ms Rai for helping keep our guests entertained with the ducks! Winners KS2 Wind Tunnel – Conor Classical vs Quantum – Jayden & Sebby Wind Turbines – Niamh & George KS3 Strawberry and Pea DNA – Johan & Yasin Joint Second Place Defying Gravity Hovercraft – Harry & Jacob Bioluminescence – Jessica, Sophie & Nevaeh Solar System – Zayd Highly Commended Projects Orbeez – Louis & Alfie MathsBot – Toby & Freddy Magnets Metal Detector – William, Matthew & Zac Congratulations to all of our winners and to every student who took part. Your creativity, enthusiasm and scientific thinking made the festival a fantastic celebration of STEM learning. We are already looking forward to next year!

Our Foundation Stage children had a wonderful time last Friday when we welcomed Vet Liz to school! The visit linked to their learning theme "Help is at Hand", helping the children understand the important role vets play in keeping animals safe and healthy. The children also took part in lots of fun role play, becoming vets themselves! They carefully placed bandages on toy animals and used play medical equipment to check their patients, showing great kindness and care. Learning about vets helps children understand the important role they play in our communities and how they help to protect and look after animals. It was a brilliant hands-on experience that brought their learning to life!

On Wednesday evening, the Year 8 boys' football team produced a brilliant performance in the County Cup final against NSB, securing a memorable victory in an age category the school had never previously won. Unbeaten all season and brimming with confidence after a dominant 6–0 semi-final win, CCS started the game on the front foot. Their bright start, which saw an assured defensive display and attacking fluidity, saw CCS take the lead from a brilliantly taken finish by O. Clements-Hill, before doubling their advantage when A. Peroni rose highest at a corner to power home a bullet header. The momentum remained with CCS, and M. Carp added a well-deserved third, capping off an excellent attacking move. With a 3–0 lead, the team appeared in full control, until NSB hit back with two quickfire goals entering the final 10 minutes. Both sides created chances: CCS to put the game beyond doubt, and NSB to force an equaliser. In the games final minutes, H. Beezhold delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. His string of courageous saves kept CCS ahead, but it was the final kick of the game that saw an extraordinary fingertip stop, diverting a fierce shot onto the crossbar, sparking jubilant celebrations as the referee blew for full time. The 3–2 victory sealed the County Cup for CCS, maintaining their unbeaten year. A brilliant team performance, full of resilience, skill, and heart. Congratulations to the boys, Mr Musgrove and the PE Department for their hard work and dedication!

On Friday, eight students from Year 12 were selected to compete as a team in the regional finals of the European Youth Parliament competition. Hosted by Birmingham Aston University, CCS were given the position of opposition in a debate regarding the rise of online misogyny and extremism, successfully proving to the other delegates at the event that the resolution presented was not sufficient to manage the issue. The team also showed excellent dedication and teamwork through creating last minute speeches for other topics such as managing the increase in asylum seekers and reducing the impact of over tourism. The students worked tirelessly in the build up to this event on their research and speech making and the judges were impressed to see persuasive and well articulated points from every member of the team on the day. A huge congratulations to all students involved!

We're excited to share that our school was featured on BBC Radio Northampton this morning! You can listen back to the full programme here: Annabel Amos – 19/03/2026 – BBC Sounds https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002sc2d Our students and staff did an incredible job representing the amazing work happening across our school and community. If you'd like to jump to specific moments, here are the key times to listen from: 01:25 – 01:30 Principal, Chris Bishop and Vice Principal, Elizabeth Husband 01:53 – 01:59 Mr Andy Fisher discussing our primary and community projects 02:27 – 02:33 Sixth Form Student Leaders discussing future steps and more 02:54 – 02:58 Our wonderful Young Voices Primary Choir performing 'It's in my heart' led by Mr Charlie Sumner (Year 5 Teacher) 03:39 – 03:44 CCS Fest Celebration A huge thankyou to everyone involvedyou all made us proud!

To celebrate British Science Week, students immersed themselves with lots of fun scientific discovery and experiments. In Years 7–9, students enjoyed special lessons and fun assemblies, and our much-loved duck hatching experience returned once again this year for both primary and secondary, which is always a huge hit! In primary, children got hands-on with experiments, exploring questions like 'Can you clean dirty water?' 'Could we grow food on the moon?' 'Why is grass green?' and even tried the pepper and soap experiment to learn why handwashing is so important! They also got to enjoy using some previously donated science kits. We were also delighted to welcome inspiring visitors - David Heathcote from West Northants Council led an engaging session on waste management, helping pupils understand "Where does wrapping paper go?" and the importance of recycling in everyday life. Nedka Hristova, a midwife at Northampton General Hospital, delivered an informative talk alongside interactive classroom sessions, giving students a fascinating insight into healthcare and human development. Karishma Chugh, Tech Delivery Lead and Barclays, explored the question, "How does the internet work?" Through interactive activities, students gained a deeper understanding of the technology they use every day. A special thank you to all our visitors and of course everyone who made this week such a special experience for all, sparking curiosity and a love of science across the school!

County Cup Champions!! Our Girls U16s faced Latimer in the final game of the County Cup yesterday, and delivered a breathtaking performance to lift the trophy! The girls showcased teamwork, determination, and resilience from the first whistle to the last, dominating every phase of the game, closing down their opponents at every opportunity and never letting up, a testament to their relentless spirit. The final saw five fantastic goals, each a product of excellent passing, sharp vision, and a drive to succeed. Every strike reflected the girls' understanding of the game, their commitment to each other, and their sheer passion for football. This remarkable victory marks the fourth consecutive year that CCS Girls U16s have reached the county cup finalan unbelievable achievement that continues a legacy of excellence in CCS girls' football over the last eight years. Mrs Evans shares, "As a teacher and coach, I couldn't be prouder. Watching these young athletes grow in confidence, skill, and teamwork over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Many of these girls are now making their mark in local football, and I hope their achievements on the pitch continue for many years to come. "CCS Girls U16s have truly shown what determination, teamwork, and passion can achievethis County Cup victory is one I am incredibly proud of. Well done CCS! A special shout out also goes to Peaches, whilst she couldn't make it to the final game, she has had a fantastic season of her own and shown incredible teamwork throughout – well done." Final score 5-2, goal scorers Molly WJ 2/ Kyla S 2/ Lily B 1

Last Tuesday we were delighted to host our annual CCS Science Festival, celebrating the creativity and innovation of our students during British Science Week! Year 5 and 6 children from our wonderful cluster schools Woodland View and Wootton Primary School joined our CCS students from Years 5–8 to showcase their incredible ideas through a Science, Technology or Maths project of their choice. From engineering and physics to biology and computing, the projects demonstrated fantastic imagination and problem-solving skills, and we were especially pleased to see a record number of students taking part this year! A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the event such a success: Our external judges and Sixth Form judges for their time and expertise Our cadets for their invaluable help setting up the event Our wonderful Sixth Form student volunteers Ms Rai for helping keep our guests entertained with the ducks! Winners KS2 Wind Tunnel – Conor Classical vs Quantum – Jayden & Sebby Wind Turbines – Niamh & George KS3 Strawberry and Pea DNA – Johan & Yasin Joint Second Place Defying Gravity Hovercraft – Harry & Jacob Bioluminescence – Jessica, Sophie & Nevaeh Solar System – Zayd Highly Commended Projects Orbeez – Louis & Alfie MathsBot – Toby & Freddy Magnets Metal Detector – William, Matthew & Zac Congratulations to all of our winners and to every student who took part. Your creativity, enthusiasm and scientific thinking made the festival a fantastic celebration of STEM learning. We are already looking forward to next year!