The Winstanley School

GCSE Results Day
Year 11 students will be able to collect their much-anticipated GCSE results on Thursday 20th August between 9.00am and 10.00am.
Students must attend in person to collect their results. Please also remember that all Chromebooks must be returned before results can be issued, as outlined in the email sent to students and parents.
We are looking forward to welcoming our Year 11 students back into school and are excited to see the outcomes of all their hard work. We hope their results will open up the very best opportunities and choices for their future success.
Good luck to all of our Year 11 students – we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Serving Our Community
We are delighted to share that Mr Bennett has been appointed as the Independent Chair of the Pride in Place Programme for Braunstone Park West, with ex-Winstanley student Daisy Richards appointed as Vice Chair.
The Government’s Pride in Place Programme will see £20 million invested in Braunstone Park West over the next ten years, ensuring local voices are at the heart of decision-making and helping to shape long-term plans for the community.
Mr Bennett is keen to see members of the Winstanley community involved in the neighbourhood board and to hear the views of local residents so that this funding can make the biggest possible difference.
More information about the programme and how to express an interest in joining the board can be found here: https://bit.ly/4pd21sZ

The Cosby Yarn bomb is now on, and we are so proud of the amazing artwork our students produced with the help of . The Yarn Bomb just keeps getting bigger and better every year, and really goes to show what a community can do when it works together.
The Yarn Bomb is on until the 29th July, and the display featuring work by our students is just behind the library with parking to the side. This is just one of the amazing displays throughout the village, and well worth a visit while it’s on.

Construction Careers Visit
A group of our students recently had the exciting opportunity to visit a Winvic Construction site, where a new warehouse and office development is currently being built.
This trip was organised specifically for girls, with the aim of inspiring more young women to explore the wide range of careers available in the construction industry and to challenge stereotypes around traditionally male-dominated sectors.
During the visit, students took part in a workshop focused on soft skills, with a particular emphasis on communication and its importance in the workplace. They also enjoyed a full tour of the site, where they learned more about the many different job roles within construction and the vital importance of health and safety on site.
It was a fantastic and inspiring experience, giving students a valuable insight into the industry and helping them to see the many exciting opportunities that could be available to them in the future.
A huge thank you to Winvic Construction for hosting such an informative and empowering visit.

A Worthy Winstanley Winner!
The link to hear Niamh's speech is now available and can be found below.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Niamh from 10HCR, who has been crowned the 2026 National Speak Out Challenge – East Midlands Champion!
The National Speak Out Challenge, delivered by the educational charity Speakers Trust, empowers young people with the confidence, writing and public speaking skills they need to share their ideas and make their voices heard. Through workshops and competitions, students develop skills that will benefit them throughout their education and future careers.
Earlier this year, all of our Year 10 students took part in a National Speak Out Challenge workshop, where they learnt valuable writing and public speaking skills. Niamh stood out with her talent and determination, earning a place in the regional final.
Competing against 15 other students at the Y Theatre, Niamh delivered a phenomenal speech exploring whether the education system prepares students for the real world or is simply geared towards passing exams. Her thought-provoking delivery and powerful message made her the clear winner on the night.
Niamh will now go on to represent the East Midlands at the National Final in London – an incredible achievement!
Congratulations once again, Niamh! We wish you the very best of luck in the national final in London. We know you'll SHINE brighter than you thought you could!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFNOrFybBlI