Year 10 Exams: The Year 10 mock examinations have
now come to an end. It has been a challenging time for the
pupils, with a large number of exams in a short space of
time. The pupils have approached the exams with a positive
attitude and I would like to congratulate Year 10 on the
mature way they handled the examination process. Their
behaviour has been very good throughout. Well done, Year
10.
Final Examinations documents: As your child is now
in Year 10, they will be commencing GCSE exams’
preparation. In particular, pupils will be working towards
completing NEA (Non-Exam Assessment) work. Please
note that it is a requirement that parents/carers and pupils
must be familiar with all JCQ documents which are available
to view here.
PSHEe and Work Experience: PSHEe is currently focused
on Work Experience, including how to contact employers,
and completing a professional CV. All children have the
opportunity to have their CV reviewed by Ms Tocknell so that
it is error free and ready for sharing with potential employers.
Pupils will have a Work Experience Interview Morning on
Tuesday, 3rd June. All of the Year 10 pupils will take part
in a day of activities. This will involve writing letters to their
placements, completing medical forms, looking at health and
safety and also how to contact their work placements prior
to the commencement of the week. They will also have a 20
minute interview with a local employer. The pupils are asked
to come to school on this morning dressed appropriately for
an interview; this does not mean that the pupils should go
and buy new clothes or even suits for this day. I recommend
that the boys wear their school shirts and trousers with
a di�erent colour tie and that the girls wear a smart skirt
of appropriate length or trousers with a suitable top. High
heels are not allowed on this day, and children dressed
inappropriately will either be given school uniform to wear, or
sent home to change.
The interviewer will comment on the pupil’s CV (which they
have already prepared in school), their dress and how they
answered the questions posed to them. This event should
help pupils to understand the expectations ahead of their
Work Experience week, which will be Monday 16th June -
Friday, 20th June.
Bexhill College Taster Day: The Year 10 Taster day at
Bexhill College will take place on Thursday, 14th July. Pupils
will spend the entire school day at the college to experience
college life and lessons. Please note this does not mean
pupils want to go to Bexhill College. This is an opportunity to
try out subjects pupils may not have experienced previously,
or to see what some of the existing courses look like at 'A'
Level.
Well done….. to the Year 10 pupils for creating some
stunning artwork in preparation for their all day GCSE Mock
Exam on Tuesday, 6th May. Well done, also, to the pupils
who completed their beautiful Art, Craft and Design projects!
As we approach the end of this term, I would like to thank
Year 9 for all of their hard work. The vast majority of pupils are
fully engaged with their studies and are therefore progressing
well. I hope that your child is happy with the option subjects
that they will be studying for GCSE next year. Should you
have any concerns please contact Mr Jacobs (mrjacobsr@
strichardscc.com), your child’s form tutor or myself.
PSHEe: During this term, Year 9 have been completing
their unit on Character Education, alongside further groups
attending our workshops with Mrs Knight around safe and
positive relationships. During Term 6 there will be visits from
our police liaison o�cers and education on substance misuse
and PSHEe classes will cover RSE.
Assemblies: We have had a range of form assemblies on
the topics of resilience and respect. Other assemblies have
included future leadership roles and attendance matters.
Appearance: As the May holiday approaches, I would
like to remind parents and carers of the high standards of
appearance we expect from pupils when they return from their
break. Please ensure your child returns with the appropriate
haircut and uniform. Polo shirts may be worn during Term 6.
A reminder, also, that makeup and dyed hair is not allowed in
school.
House Points: Many pupils continue to accumulate an
impressive amount of House points. Please encourage your
child to work hard both in class and at home, to complete
charity work, to support the liturgical life of the school, to
attend school as much as they are able, and to complete
letters towards The Crest Award.
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Newsletter 6 - May 2025
Mrs Hills, Pastoral Leader Year 9
(mrshillsa@strichardscc.com)
Year 9
Have a lovely half term holiday and I look forward to
welcoming the pupils back on Monday, 2nd June for the
summer term.
Year 10
Mr Steele, Associate Assistant Principal,
Pastoral Leader Year 10
mrsteelej@strichardscc.com
Finally, well done
to Frankie in 9H for
completing her Open
Water Diver qualification
whilst on holiday during
the Easter break. This was
an intensive diving course
that involved theory and
practical skills. A great
achievement!