St Simon Stock School

Well done to our Year 11 students collecting their GCSE results today. They have once again demonstrated their dedication, hard work and focus on their studies.

Thank you also to our teachers, teaching assistants, parents and carers for your support over the past five years and with preparation for their GCSE examinations.

A huge congratulations to our Sixth Form students!

Today we celebrate your hard work, dedication, and resilience. You’ve faced challenges with determination and have achieved incredible results — we couldn’t be more proud.

A special thank you to our amazing staff and supportive parents for guiding and encouraging our students throughout this journey.

Whether you’re heading to university, starting an apprenticeship, or beginning a new adventure, we wish you every success in the exciting journeys ahead!

We have reached the end of another fantastic school year! We'd like to thank all of our students, families and staff for being part of our school community.

We wish everyone a happy, restful and safe summer holiday. We hope you enjoy a well-earned break and look forward to welcoming students back in September.

A reminder for our Year 11 and Sixth Form students:
📅 A Level Results Day: Thursday 13 August
📅 GCSE Results Day: Thursday 20 August

School will be open on both of these days for students collecting their results.

Have a wonderful summer! ☀️

Thank you to our wonderful students and school community!

Through your generosity at our Carmel Day celebrations, we’ve raised an amazing £439.11!

These vital funds will go towards two charities close to our hearts:

🤍 The Friars, Aylesford, Kent
🤍 Heart of Kent Hospice

Your kindness truly makes a difference — not just within our school but far beyond. Together, we live out our values of charity and community spirit every day.

Flowers & Prayers of Hope for Our Lady of Mount Carmel

As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at next week's Mass, we invite all members of our school community to take part in this special tradition.

You are warmly invited to donate either:

🌼 Flowers to be laid at the feet of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, or
🙏 A Prayer of Hope to be offered during our celebration.

A flower may be given:
• In memory of a loved one
• For a special prayer intention
• In thanksgiving
• As a sign of gratitude

If you would like to make a donation, please ensure your flowers or written prayers are received by Wednesday 15 July, 12pm.

Thank you for helping us honour Our Lady of Mount Carmel and for keeping our community's hopes, prayers and intentions at the heart of this beautiful celebration.

Carmel Day is almost here!

On Thursday 16 July, Stocky staff & students will come together to celebrate Carmel Day.

Our amazing Sixth Form students have organised a fantastic range of stalls, games and activities for everyone to enjoy, all while raising money for two incredible charities: Aylesford Priory and Heart of Kent Hospice.

💰 Students: Please remember to bring some cash if you'd like to take part in the stalls and activities.

Let's make it a day filled with fun, generosity and school spirit.

🚴‍♂️ Good luck, Lucas!

We're incredibly proud of Lucas P (Year 9), who will be taking part in the Canterbury Bike Ride Challenge on 19 July alongside the KMMH Pharmacy Team and other healthcare professionals from Kent and Medway Mental Health Trust.

Together, they are cycling to raise awareness of mental health, help reduce stigma, and raise vital funds to support mental health initiatives. Lucas's commitment to such an important cause is a wonderful example of compassion, resilience and community spirit.

Every mile they ride represents hope, understanding and support for those affected by mental health challenges.

If you'd like to support Lucas and the team, please cheer them on, share their story, or make a donation. Every contribution, big or small, helps make a difference.

🔗 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/pharmacytakeoncanterburybikeride

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⚠️ Early Closure Tomorrow

Due to the forecast high temperatures expected tomorrow, St Simon Stock Catholic School will close early.

Parents and carers have been sent an email with full details regarding arrangements for the end of the school day. Please check your inbox (and junk folder if necessary) and contact the school if you have any queries.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

We have been incredibly proud of the exemplary behaviour, attitude and cooperation shown by our students as everyone has adapted to the very warm conditions and found ways to keep cool.

As a thank you, our Headteacher treated all students and staff to an ice cream today! A well-deserved reward! 🍦

Thank you to our wonderful students and staff for making the best of the heat.

👔♻️ Uniform Donations

Do you have any St Simon Stock Catholic School uniform in good condition that your child has outgrown?

We would be very grateful for any donations of good quality uniform and PE kit items, which can be dropped off at Reception.

In particular, we are looking for:
🔹 Blazers
🔹 Kilts
🔹 School ties

Thank you for your support.