20/08/2026
✨ Congratulations to Our Year 11 Students! ✨
Today marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of our Year 11 students as they collect their results and celebrate all they have achieved.
Your journey has been filled with challenges, growth, resilience, and determination. Whatever your results show today, remember that they reflect just one part of your story. The skills, confidence, friendships, and experiences you have developed along the way are equally important and will support you in whatever path you choose next.
Thank you for the positive impact you have had on our school community. We look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future and know that you will continue to make us proud.
🌟 Believe in yourself, celebrate your achievements, and embrace the opportunities ahead. Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🌟
🎉👏🎓
05/08/2026
AI chatbots are increasingly part of children’s digital lives, with tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and My AI being used for questions, ideas, homework support and content generation.
While these tools can create opportunities for learning and creativity, they also introduce important safeguarding, wellbeing and learning considerations.
Our latest guide supports parents, carers and educators in understanding how AI chatbots work and how to help young people use them responsibly.
The guide explores:
• Inaccurate information and the need for critical evaluation
• Inappropriate content and age-related concerns
• Academic dishonesty and over-reliance
• Emotional dependency and blurred boundaries
• Data privacy risks and safe use of settings
With clear, practical advice, this resource helps adults support safe, balanced and informed AI use.
Access the guide: https://vist.ly/5dm5c
03/08/2026
Active Summer Week 3! 🤩🤸☀️
Check out the timetable of FREE family activities next week! 😃
Every Thursday, the timetable & bookings will go live this evening for the following week. Check out if your activity needs booking and what's on Week 3.
ParkPlay - https://park-play.
PLEASE NOTE❗Circus Skills cancelled!
https://refreshbwd.com/events/active-seasons/
03/08/2026
🌱🍅 The Garden of Eden is looking fantastic and is now in full bloom! We’re harvesting a wonderful range of produce, including juicy tomatoes, colourful peppers, and fresh peas. 🌿
A huge thank you to Mr Jones for taking such great care of the garden over the summer while our pupils enjoy a well-earned break. We can’t wait for everyone to return and see how much it has grown! 🌞🌻
16/07/2026
Open day at Blackburn Fire Station over the summer.
15/07/2026
We want to remind children, young people and their families that support for mental health and wellbeing is available throughout the summer break.
14/07/2026
Active Passport:
🌟 “Get ready for a summer of fun, adventure, and memories! Request your Active Passport and explore exciting activities together as a family — indoors, outdoors, rain or shine! Complete your passport, collect stickers, and see how many new things you can try before the summer’s out. Let’s get active and make it a holiday to remember!” 🌟
14/07/2026
What a fantastic day we had on our trip to Blackpool yesterday! 🎢🎡
The pupils had an amazing time enjoying the rides, attractions, and spending time with their friends. It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces throughout the day, with everyone making great memories and embracing new experiences.
We are incredibly proud of all the pupils for their enthusiasm, excellent behaviour, and positive attitude.
A big thank you to Miss Cope and Miss Gallagher for organizing a great trip.