In this newsletter:
- Parent Survey
- Post-16 Applications
- Parent Engagement Evening
- KS3 Assessments
- Careers Update
- Westfield Junior School Alumni
- Cambridgeshire DofE Open Award Centre
Date for the diary – 11th December is Christmas/Festive Jumper day for students and teachers! Lets make it one to remember!
(please note: students must wear their blazer over the top)
Parent Survey
This week you would have received It is that time of year again when we invite you to take part in our Parent Survey. This survey is one of the most valuable tools we have for understanding what we are doing well and where we can continue to improve. You would have received an email regarding the parent survey link – you will notice that the survey is a different platform this time. Complete parent survey here.
Post-16 Applications
Some Post-16 applications are due in early January. Students must complete their MyChoice16 applications before Christmas for us to check and submit them on time.
Please encourage your child to apply, this gives them the best chance of securing a place at their preferred college or course, late applications may mean they miss out on their first choice.
To support students, we are offering lunchtime drop-in sessions in Room S15, every Tuesday and Wednesday and as always, students can come directly to the Careers office for help
Thank you for your support in helping ensure every student secures the best possible next step.
Parent Engagement Evening
Thank you to all the parents and carers who attended the recent parent engagement evening regarding the curriculum and class restructure. We truly appreciate your feedback, patience, and understanding during this time. As we progress through the coming months, if you have any further questions or would like to discuss anything related to your child or their classes, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
KS3 Assessments
KS3 parents would have received an email regarding the KS3 assessments with direction to revision resources. These resources are soon to be merged into a ‘Homework and Revision’ page that will be the hub for all students. We will announce in the newsletter once this change has been made but it will be located in the same place (our approach > curriculum). Please see the letter here.
Ms Seekings wore a sari this week for students to experience traditional dress whilst studying sikhism.
A sari (also spelled saree) is a traditional garment worn by many women in South Asia, especially in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
It is made from a long piece of fabric that’s wrapped around the body and draped over the shoulder. It’s typically worn with a fitted blouse and a petticoat, which help give the sari its shape. Saris come in many fabrics, colours, and designs ranging from simple everyday cotton to richly embroidered silks for weddings and celebrations making them one of the most iconic and versatile forms of clothing in the region.
What’s Coming Up – Careers
Year 11 Post-16 Applications – Deadline Christmas
Don’t miss out! Submitting on time gives every student the best chance of securing their first-choice place.
Careers & Aspirations Fair – Tuesday 20 January
Over 35 employers, universities, and colleges will be here! A fantastic chance for students to explore careers, ask questions, and get inspired.
Year 10 Work Experience – Launching January
Preparations start in January for placements at the end of June. Look out for information evening date tbc. Early planning = the best placements!
New Careers Platform – Unifrog
We’re excited to launch Unifrog, a brilliant all-in-one tool for exploring careers, apprenticeships, and higher education. Parents get logins too, so you can support your young person every step of the way! Watch this space for further information
Support Available
Yr11 Application Drop-ins: Lunchtimes, Room S15 – every Tuesday & Wednesday.
1:1 Careers Advice: Book in via the Careers Office
Westfield Junior School Alumni
Dear Parents and Carers of Year 6 2024-2025,
We are excited to invite you to a special occasion on Wednesday, 10th December, right after school! We will be holding a short opening ceremony for our brand new trim trail, which has been made possible thanks to all our current and past students who contributed to this lovely project.
To add to the festive spirit, our Year 3 students will be entertaining us with some heartwarming Christmas songs. It promises to be a delightful event, and we truly hope to see you there!
Kindest regards,
Julie Marson
Office Administrator and Educational Visits Co-Ordinator
Cambridgeshire DofE Open Award Centre
Anyone in Year 9, 10, 11, 12 interested in completing a DofE Award with Cambridgeshire DofE Open Award Centre
We completed our in person intro event on Nov 12th, but we are conscious that some people missed the event or couldn’t attend, but would still like to find out more.
The DofE volunteer leaders are running an ONLINE event on Thursday Dec 4th 7pm to 8pm for everyone interested in joining at Bronze, Silver or Gold Level.
Please sign up for the event details using this link
If you want more information or want to enrol please email
tracy.grant@cambridgeshiredofe.co.uk
You will also find all the important information on this link to to the useful information page on our website.
https://www.cambridgeshiredofe.co.uk/useful-information
We welcome anyone who lives or attends education in the Cambridgeshire or Peterborough areas.
Best regards
Tracy Grant
DofE Manager
Sixth Form
The sixth form are hosting an Open House for external applicants only. We would be grateful if you could share with friends and family with year 11 students in Cambridgeshire.
Event Details:
Wednesday 10 December 2025
5pm-6pm
External applicants only. – RSVP here
Christmas Reunion is calling all 2025 sixth form leavers!
We are excited to welcome back our recent Sixth form leavers for an exciting Christmas reunion! Please spread the word!
Wednesday 17th December at 6pm-8pm
Please RSVP by 10th December to sixthform@astreastivo.org
