John Kyrle High School

🚀 Attention Year 6 Parents and Students! 🚀

We are excited to invite you to our Open Events! 🎉

Come explore our school, meet our amazing teachers, and discover all the opportunities that await your child in the next chapter of their educational journey.

📅 Open Day Dates: 8th, 9th & 10th October 2024 🕘 Time: 9.00am - 11.30am

📅 Open Evening: 24th October 2024 🕘 Time: 6.00pm - 9.00pm

✨ Don't miss this chance to get a feel for life at our school and learn more about what we have to offer!

🔗 Book your spot now: https://buff.ly/3Xu2qea

We can’t wait to welcome you! 🌟

A few days left of the Summer holidays however September is approaching and we're looking forward to the new academic year.

A reminder that JKHS & SFC reopens as follows:

Wednesday 4th September for years 7, 11 & 12

Thursday 5th September for all year groups

Still considering your post 16 options?

We have spaces available in our fantastic sixth form!

⭐ Wide choice of subjects including Criminology, Geology, Psychology and many more!
⭐ Dedicated study and social areas
⭐ Social and charity events each term
⭐ Small class sizes and subject experts
⭐ 1:1 pastoral and careers support

JKHS Sixth Form website has information on subjects, bursary, transport plus much more. Find out more 👉https://buff.ly/4dv7RiP

Please email Mrs Bolt, Head of Sixth Form 👉 [email protected] to discuss the first steps to your future at JKHS Sixth Form!

Dear all Year 11 students,

I wanted to take a moment to say a huge congratulations on your results! I know how challenging and stressful the exam period can be, and the wait for results can feel like an eternity. But now that the results are in, I want to wish you all the very best for the future.

To help you navigate the next steps, I’ve listed a few key contacts you might find useful in the coming days and weeks:
•Mrs. Knapper (Careers Advisor): For help with finding colleges, apprenticeships, and more, you can reach her at [email protected].
•Mrs. Hancocks (Exams Officer): For any exam-related queries, contact her at [email protected].
•Mrs. Bolt: If you decide to return to John Kyrle for our fantastic sixth form, please get in touch with her at [email protected].

You’ve often heard me talk about the John Kyrle family, and even if you choose to study elsewhere next year you remain a part of our fasmily, so, please remember that you are always welcome to reach out to us. We’re here to support you in any way we can.

Wishing you all the very best,

Mr Morgan
Headteacher

Students at John Kyrle High School in Ross-on-Wye eagerly opened their GCSE results today. The school rolled out a red carpet for the Year 11 students, treating them to ice-creams as they collected their examination results. There was a celebratory atmosphere as the school achieved a stellar set of examination results.

Headteacher, Julian Morgan, commented “We’ve made improvements in every performance measure this year and this is a tribute to the tireless work of our amazing students, the staff here and our fantastic families. This has very much been a team effort. Focus in lessons, exam boosters, endless breakfast sessions, boosters, warm ups and much much more have paid off."

The school's performance looks especially good against a national picture of falling grades. Key statistics from this year's results include:
• 70% per cent of grades were at grade 4 or above, against a national average of 67.6%
• 68% of our students secured a grade between 9 and 4 in both English and Mathematics. An increase of 5%.
• Students achieved an impressive 86 GCSEs at Grade 9, showing these students were in the top 3% in the country.
Several students have notable achievements:
• Luke W achieved 9 GCSEs at grade 9!
• Gemma P gained 7 GCSEs at grade 9 and a further 2 at grade 8
• Faith gained 3 grade 9's and 6 grade 8's
• Gabriel B earned 4 grade 9's, 2 grade 8's, 3 grade 7's and a grade 6.

Paul Deneen OBE JP DL, the Chair of the Local Governing Board at the John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre said, ‘Huge congratulations to all students who have received their recent results at A level, BTEC, GCSE and other courses. I take this opportunity to wish them well for the next stage of their careers, which includes many of them joining us in the sixth form. I would also like to thank the parents/carers for their support of the school which is much appreciated. The results were very pleasing indeed and evidenced the continuous and excellent progress being realised at the school. The Headteacher, Julian Morgan, Senior Leaders, teaching and support staff have given 100% to supporting the students through the examinations and courses, and I also thank them for their professionalism, dedication and commitment. Thank you to all concerned and very well done!’

John Kyrle High School also extended an invitation to current Year 11 students from other institutions, encouraging them to consider joining their Year 12. Interested students can reach out via [email protected].

It's GCSE results day! 😍

A reminder that Year 11 Students can collect from JKHS from 10am today. We can't wait to see you all!

📸🌼 For this year’s Spring Photography Competition, the entries from KS3 and KS4 were so strong that we've awarded prizes in both categories!

🌟 Key Stage 3 Winners:
1st - Ruben R with "Toadstool"
2nd - Ella B with "Northern Lights"

🌟 Key Stage 4 Winners:
1st - Ellie B with "Highland Cattle" – a very brave photoshoot!
2nd - Thomas L with "Camouflaged Bike"

It was delightful to see such creative interpretations of the Spring theme (even if one was from Autumn – shhh! 🤫). A big thank you to our judges: Mr. Pritchard, Mr. Toomer, and Mrs. Kelly.

Well done to all participants! Keep an eye out for next year's competition – open to all.

Ms. Wacey

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We're looking forward to seeing all of our Year 11 GCSE students collecting their results on Thursday 22nd August 2024.

Please do come up to JKHS from 10am to collect your results, celebrate and receive support in person 🤩

Huge congratulations to all Sixth Form students receiving results today! 🤩

The school's impressive statistics for this year include:
⭐ A 99% pass rate, with 13% of all grades either A or A *
⭐ 50% of all Maths grades were A and A*
⭐ More than 80% of all students got to the university of their choice
⭐ Individual successes of outstanding results included Arno B with A*, A, A, B and Stefan W with A*, A*, A

These results pave the way for exciting futures. Amongst these are:
• Raf with A* AA to study aerospace at Southampton.
• Chloe reading forensic science at the University of South Wales.
• Rachel studying counselling at Leeds Trinity.
• Lucy reading geography having achieved A*, A*, B
• Niamh studying international disaster management.
• A number of students have chosen to pursue apprenticeships including Beth with BAE systems, Jack in Accountancy and Anfield in Childcare.

Julian Morgan, Headteacher emphasised that this really is a team effort. "Without the hard work, determination, and dedication of these amazing young adults, none of these results would be possible. Huge thanks and congratulations to the students, their fantastic teachers and support staff and of course their families. Close partnerships with home are central to this success”

Helen Bolt, Head of Sixth Form, added,
‘I am immensely proud of this year group; they have worked hard over the last two years and it has been a real pleasure to support them both academically and personally. I have no doubt they will be go on achieve whatever they put their minds to!’

For Year 11 students interested in joining the Sixth Form, the school encourages reaching out via [email protected]

It's A Level results day! 😍

A reminder that Sixth Form Year 13 Students can collect from JKHS from 10am today. We can't wait to see you all!

University students, please check UCAS from 8am:
a. Your offers will become Unconditional if you have been accepted.
b. If you have not achieved your offers, you will be eligible for Clearing, you can come into school from 8am for support, the earlier the better (this applies to Clearing students only).

If you are not attending in person, your results will be emailed to your school email address later this morning.

If you are having problems signing into your emails, please call main reception on 01989 764358.

Tomorrow is A Level Results Day!

Here are a few reminders to ensure tomorrow runs as smoothly and as stress-free as we can make it.

1. Results will be available to collect in person, from 10am.
2. If you are unable to attend and would like someone else to collect your results, please email me with written consent ([email protected])
3. University students, please check UCAS from 8am:
a. Your offers will become Unconditional if you have been accepted.
b. If you have not achieved your offers, you will be eligible for Clearing, you can come into school from 8am for support, the earlier the better (this applies to Clearing students only).
4. If you are having problems signing into your emails, please call main reception on 01989 764358

I am immensely proud of all of you and am very much looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow.
Mrs Bolt

Apologies for any inconvenience caused whilst our email system was down, Microsoft have resolved the issue and emails are now being received.

Staff and students can now login to 365 and access Outlook (JKHS email) using existing account details. Please follow the on-screen steps when logging in to complete the setup of your account.

For emails sent between 2nd - 12th August, senders may wish to resend to their JKHS email contact as it is unlikely the original email got through. We will respond as soon as possible, however please note that due to the summer holidays, responses to some enquiries may not be possible until September.

Thank you for your understanding.

📚✨ On 12th July, Emma Davies and I took our 4th group of students on a reward trip to Rossiter’s bookshop, where they chose a book paid for by the Ross Reading Foundation. The students loved exploring the wide range of books! 📖❤️

These 10 students were rewarded for their positive engagement with the new Reading Plus programme. A big thank you to Rossiter’s and Ross Reading Foundation for making this trip possible! 🌟👏

By Sally Clements (Librarian)

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We're looking forward to seeing all of our Year 13 A Level students collecting their results on Thursday 15th August 2024.

Please do come up to JKHS from 10am to collect your results, celebrate and receive support in person 🤩

🎤📚 On Wednesday, 17th July, KS3 students shone at our inaugural Oracy Day, celebrating their communication, teamwork, and independence skills!

✨ Year 7: Showcased poetry from the "This is Me" unit on topics like friendship and football. Winners Karina Serefim, Eris Evans, Lucy Holder, and Kuba Ksionek wowed us with their writing and performances.

📖 Year 8: Presented creative responses to "Ghost Boys" by Jewell Parker Rhodes, tackling systemic racism with speeches, poems, dramatic interpretations, and videos. Their empathy and understanding were truly impressive.

💼 Year 9: Participated in an "Apprentice Challenge," creating products for 14-18 year-olds in one hour. Out of 24 unique products, Brandon Mason was named 'Apprentice' for his exemplary skills. Top products were Easy Serve and Step Your Way.

👏 The day was a huge success, showcasing our students' maturity, resilience, and engagement. Well done to all!

📚💰 "Financial literacy is the foundation for a smart relationship with money." At John Kyrle, we embrace this with our Financial Maths Week!

This week, Year 7 students explored personal finance with different maths teachers, covering topics like 'Money around the world', Payslips, Credit & Debit, and 'How to use a bank account'. 🌍🧾💳🏦

Students engaged enthusiastically, sharing and learning. Encourage conversations at home about finance to build confident money management skills. Show them payslips, discuss rent/mortgage, and review bank statements. 🏡💬📄

Great job, Year 7! 👏

🎶 On July 10th, the JKHS Music Dept. held the Summer Showcase concert, celebrating student performances! 🌟 From classical to pop, hip hop, and original compositions, the evening was a hit!

🎸🎹 Max & Sam opened on guitar and piano, followed by the JKHS String Group. The Year 9 Band debuted with "Mr. Brightside," and soloists Scarlett, Sid, and Lily shone brightly. 🌟

Original pieces by Kuba & Donald wowed the crowd, and five duos performed beautifully. The finale featured the JKHS Band & Choir with "Shake It Off." 🎤

Miss Taylor and Mr. Gheorghe praised all performers and organizers, with special thanks to Mr. Toomer, Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs. Bosworth, and Miss Rees. 🙌

Isla & Emily said, "Performing 'Champagne Problems' was amazing! We can't wait for the Christmas Concert!" 🎄

🎉 50 Year 9 students earned their Sectional Certificates for completing parts of their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award! 🥉 Each section—Volunteering, Physical, and Skills—required at least three months of dedication, with many going beyond.

⚽🏃‍♂️ Activities included football, rugby, rowing, running, mountain biking, and tennis. 🎸🍰 Skills ranged from playing instruments and learning new languages to chess, jewelry making, and baking.

👏 We're especially proud of their Volunteering: helping local sports clubs, Rainbows & Brownies, picking litter, supporting care homes, and assisting neighbors.

Many plan to continue to Silver in Year 10, and over 60 are eager to start Bronze in September. Future Sixth Formers have also signed up for Gold. 🌟

The first year of DofE at JKHS has been a huge success. More achievements to come in September!

For more info, contact Mr. Calderbank at [email protected].

🌟 Fifty-nine Year 10 students explored Birmingham for their GCSE geography studies! They visited the Bull Ring, New Street station, the Mailbox, canals, ICC, and more, observing the city's architecture and regeneration. They also compared residential areas and saw Bourneville and Weoley Castle. Big thanks to Mr. Wallace and Miss Jones for their support. Well done, Year 10 geographers, for your exemplary behavior! Next trip: Porthcawl in the autumn! 🌟

🌟 Summer Holidays School Nurse Drop-In 🌟

Attention young people aged 13-19! Join us at the Talk Wellbeing Centre, Hereford (opposite Maylord Orchards) for our Summer Holidays Drop-In sessions. We're here to help you with issues like va**ng, anxiety, self-harm, emotional health, sleep, healthy eating, relationships, and more. Drop by every Monday and Thursday from 11 am to 3 pm. Contact us at 01432 363940 or text/WhatsApp 07813 451034. Follow us on social media for updates! 📱💬

🎉 Celebrating Success: Year 8 Bowling Trip! 🎳✨

We're thrilled to share the success of our Year 8 bowling trip on July 9th and 10th, rewarding students for being Ready, Respectful, and Resilient! 🌟

Our students had a blast at the bowling alley, filled with camaraderie and friendly competition. It was heartwarming to see them cheering each other on, showcasing our core values in action. 🤗👏

Their resilience shone through, whether scoring strikes or facing gutter balls, and their determination to support one another was inspiring. 💪❤️

Thanks to our dedicated staff for organizing this event and to our supportive parents for encouraging our students to thrive. 🙌🙏

The trip was a celebration of our students' hard work and exemplary behavior. We're incredibly proud of them and excited for their future successes! 🌠🎓

🌟✨ Prom Night was an incredible success thanks to the amazing support from our local vendors! 🎉

A huge shout out to these wonderful businesses for helping us create an unforgettable evening:
• 🍽️ Morrisons Ross-On-Wye for their generous donations of food and drink.
• 📸 Gloucestershire Photobooth (glosphotobooth.co.uk) for a fun and memorable photo booth experience!
• 🍦 M&M Ices (mandmices.com) for the tasty ice cream treats.
• 🎉 Nikki's Events for the incredible decorations.
• 🏠 Hampton Hire (hamptonhire.com) for providing top-notch rental equipment.
• 🎈 Crazy Daisy Balloons for the vibrant balloon decorations.
• 🔒 Wye Security (https://buff.ly/3y3LbXg) for ensuring our safety and security throughout the night.

Prom is more than just a night of fun; it's a celebration of our JKHS community coming together. By partnering with local businesses, we build stronger relationships and support the incredible talent right in our own backyard. Let's continue to uplift and support each other! 💖
Be sure to check out the prom gallery to see all the stunning photos of our Year 11 students! 📸✨ Visit our gallery to relive the magic of the night 👉 https://buff.ly/3YbKw0K

That's a wrap on the academic year 2023/2024!

What a wonderful year we've all had at John Kyrle, we couldn't be prouder of each and everyone of our students for their brilliant efforts, and our wonderful team of staff who go above and beyond each day ❤️

Please enjoy our final newsletter of the year 👉 https://buff.ly/3W4SRAy

Wishing everyone a safe, enjoyable and restful summer break! Key dates for when we'll see you all next are shown in the infographic 😎

🔧🚦 IET Faraday Workshop 🚦🔧

Recently, some exceptional Year 8 STEM students participated in the Faraday Challenge, designing solutions to improve road safety. 🚴‍♂️🚗

Ziva Davies and Florence Picken shared: "We created a prototype to solve a road problem, with roles like Manager and Accountant. Team 2 won with a pressure plate mechanism to keep cars off cycle lanes. It was fun, and we embraced our inner engineers!"

The challenge split students into four groups, each managing a budget of 120 Faradays to create their prototypes. One team designed a pressure pad to activate a red LED light for cyclist safety.

Thanks to Ross Hunter, Table Academy, and Ms. Wacey for making this event a success! It was a fantastic opportunity for students to explore engineering and have fun. 🛠️🎉

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Whilst we all enjoy the summer weather, we recognise that many students find the rising temperatures uncomfortable during the school day.

1. For tomorrow (Friday 19th July), students can wear their PE kits, including trainers. Please note leggings are not currently part of the PE kit.

2. Please bring plenty of fluid for the day. We have water fountains in school to refill if necessary.

3. Wear Sunscreen

4. Have a hat to wear for social times

Many Thanks

JKHS

🚣‍♂️🏄‍♀️ **Croft Farm Water Park Adventure** 🏄‍♀️🚣‍♂️

Last Friday, we earned a trip to Croft Farm Water Park for our hard work in lessons! We had a blast trying raft building, pedalos, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Splashing each other and the teachers was so much fun! 💦😆

We built rafts using barrels and rope, with some sinking and everyone ending up in the water! Lunch at the café warmed us up before more kayaking and paddleboarding. Kayak races and games were super competitive, and paddleboarding had us all laughing as we tried to stay on. The instructors were amazing, joining in and making the day extra fun.

Big thanks to our teachers for organizing this unforgettable day! - Emma and Lohla 🏞️🎉

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✨ Year 10 German Trip Highlights ✨

Our Year 10 German students recently returned from an incredible tour of the Rhineland, exploring Rhine castles, Koblenz, Phantasialand theme park, and visiting our partner school in Betzdorf. We're so proud of their excellent attitudes, whether it was their first trip abroad, sharing their talents, or simply making us laugh.

Here are some of their reflections:

Matthew: "The youth hostel was great with spacious rooms and bathrooms. The food was tasty with a good variety." 🛏️🍲

Ollie: "At the Betzdorf school, we were greeted with murals and friendly students eager to practice English. I made many friends using my German skills. The school even had a sand-filled volleyball court. It was a wonderful experience bonding with Die Kinder in Deutschland." 🏫🏐

Katrin and Helmut (from our partner school): "Es war schön, euch zu treffen! 😉"

Jeana: "We visited a supermarket near our hostel and bought lots of German items. Mr. Regan treated us to ice creams." 🛒🍦

Milo: "We played football on the Astro, and Mrs. Gunter scored a goal. While we were winning, Germany was losing to Spain—how ironic." ⚽😆

Ella: "Jacob convinced me to go on all the fast rides at Phantasialand." 🎢🎡

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🚨🔍 **Criminology Update** 🔍🚨

This term in Criminology, we've had an amazing time learning new skills and gaining knowledge about the personnel and techniques used in criminal investigations. 🕵️‍♀️🔬

Students got hands-on experience with:
🖐️ Taking fingerprints
🧬 Recognizing DNA patterns
🐞 Using insects to determine the time of death
👀 Leading an eye-witness interview

We wrapped up a busy year by applying all these skills in small groups to solve mock case files, reading police reports, and piecing evidence together to find the culprit. Great job, everyone! 🕵️‍♂️👏

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One more week to go until the end of term!

Please enjoy this weeks' newsletter https://buff.ly/3Llsd1f

Today, Sixth Form students from John Kyrle were warmly invited to Ross Court Care Home - Barchester Healthcare for their classic car show 🚗👵. The students enjoyed admiring the vintage cars and engaging in conversations with the residents 🗣️❤️. They especially enjoyed the tea and cakes provided! 🍰☕ This marks the beginning of a closer working relationship with the care home, which we are very much looking forward to 🤝. Thank you to Kirsten and Agda for inviting us over! 🙏