Southlands High School

05/10/2026

Congratulations to our incredibly talented students who wowed audiences across the weekend at the Chorley Live event!

A huge well done to Charlotte, Holly and Bryanie, who performed at Jay-Em Studios, and to Ellie, who showcased her drumming talents. We are also incredibly proud of Amy, who took to the stage to sing at Inspire Youth Zone.

A special mention goes to Jess and Rebecca, performing as Metallic Roots, who captivated a packed audience at St George's Church Hall with an outstanding set that demonstrated both their talent and confidence.

It is wonderful to see our students pursuing their passions, performing in the local community, and representing themselves so brilliantly. We are extremely proud of every one of you.

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05/10/2026

A Career in Motorsport! 🏎️🏁

A huge thank you to Chris and Simon from Myerscough College for delivering our Future You Connect session on Friday.

Our students gained a valuable insight into not only the opportunities available at Myerscough College, but also the exciting world of motorsport careers. They learned about the wide range of pathways within the industry, including becoming a racing driver, mechanic, technician, engineer, and many other specialist roles.

The highlight of the session was undoubtedly the opportunity to sit inside a student-built race car, giving students a real taste of what studying and working in the industry could be like.

Experiences such as these help to bring careers to life, broaden horizons, and give our students a greater understanding of the opportunities available to them after Southlands.

Thank you to Chris, Simon and everyone at Myerscough College for inspiring the next generation and helping our students look ahead with ambition and excitement for their futures.

02/10/2026

Future You.
Exploring Future Opportunities!

As part of our Future You College Fair, Year 11 students attended a series of presentations from local colleges and post-16 providers this week. The colleges shared valuable information about the courses, facilities and pathways available after school.

Our students were keen to learn more about the opportunities open to them once they leave Southlands, asking thoughtful questions and gaining a greater understanding of the exciting next steps they can take on their educational journey.

A huge thank you to Runshaw College Sixth Form Centre, Wigan & Leigh College, College, Newman College, @ Myerscough College, College, for giving their time and supporting our students as they begin exploring their post-16 options.

02/10/2026

What a busy lunchtime it was for our KS4 students today!

It was fantastic to see so many students taking the opportunity to speak with representatives from a wide range of local colleges and academies at our College Fair.

We were delighted to hear students asking thoughtful questions about courses, entry requirements, facilities and future career pathways. Events like these provide valuable insight into the many exciting opportunities available beyond Southlands and help students make informed decisions about their next steps.

A huge thank you to Runshaw College Sixth Form Centre, Wigan & Leigh College, College of Technology, Newman College, College & University, College, Preston North End Academy, Uclan, and Gerrard Academy for giving their time and supporting our students as they begin exploring their post-16 options.

30/09/2026

Investing in Our Students' Futures

At Southlands, our students' futures are at the heart of everything we do, and we are delighted to be hosting a College Fair in school tomorrow.

Our KS4 students will have the opportunity to meet and speak with representatives from a range of local colleges, academies, and further education providers, helping them to explore the exciting pathways available after Southlands.

We are incredibly grateful to our local education partners for supporting this event and sharing their expertise with our students. These valuable conversations will help our young people make informed decisions about their next steps and gain a greater understanding of the opportunities that lie ahead.

We look forward to another inspiring day of raising aspirations and preparing our students for successful futures.

29/09/2026

A reminder to all Year 11 parents and carers that our GCSE Ready Evening takes place this Thursday at 5:30pm.

This is an important opportunity to find out:
What the Year 11 journey will look like and key milestones throughout the year.
How you can best support your son or daughter as they prepare for their GCSE examinations.
Revision strategies, expectations and ways to help them succeed.
Post-16 options, with representatives from local colleges available to answer questions and provide guidance.

Working together is the best way to ensure every student is fully prepared for a successful and rewarding year. We look forward to seeing you there and supporting your family through this important stage of your child's education.

28/09/2026

Blackburn Rovers Sports College provision offer Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 Sport programmes for school leavers, with progression opportunities through to their university degree pathway. Alongside their qualification, students have access to football, coaching, enrichment, work experience and wider opportunities within a professional football club environment.
Their first Open Evening is on Tuesday 6 October at 6:00pm in the Legends Lounge at Ewood Park.
Speak to your Year Manager for access to the expression of interest link if you are interested in finding out more about the offer.

28/09/2026

Wigan and Leigh College open events provide an excellent opportunity for students and parents/carers to explore our campuses, discover our outstanding facilities, and speak with our expert tutors about their future study options.
Visitors will be able to find out more about our full range of post-16 opportunities, including:
A Levels
T Levels
Vocational Courses
Apprenticeships…
…and the new V Level offer, new for 2027

Booking is recommended and can be done by following this link and selecting the correct event: https://www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/life-at-college/events/
Please note: When booking, students only need to select one ticket for their group. Parents/Guardians do not need to book additional tickets.

28/09/2026