Our News
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We put our news articles here on our website, and our letters have their own dedicated page, but our social media has lots more bits and pieces. We’re on Facebook and on Twitter so give us a follow to make sure you keep up to date.
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We will be first school in country to complete water safe award (July 12, 2023)Bishop Perowne will become the first secondary school in the country to achieve the new Water Smart Schools accreditation, in partnership with the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK). To achieve the accreditation, we must commit to a number of requi … |
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Embracing diversity and fostering inclusion (June 15, 2023)In today’s ever-evolving world, promoting diversity and fostering inclusion have become crucial aspects of education. Everyone at Bishop Perowne has worked extremely hard to embrace diversity and create an all-encompassing environment, helping to enabl … |
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The importance of digital literacy and online safety: a guide for parents and students (May 21, 2023)In today’s digital world, digital literacy and online safety have become crucial skills for students to learn. As the internet continues to shape our lives, we rely on it more and more for communication, education, entertainment, and much more. However … |
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Why creativity is just as important as academia (May 21, 2023)With Mental Health Awareness week approaching, there’s no better time to be talking about the role creativity plays within mental health and education. At Bishop Perowne, we celebrate creativity in all its forms, recognising the vital role it plays in … |
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Every student can thrive with the right support (May 21, 2023)Every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential, regardless of any additional requirements they may have. At the heart of what we do is a belief in inclusive education – every child is unique and has different strengths, challenges and ne … |
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250 Easter Eggs donated to school’s food bank appeal (May 21, 2023)Worcester Food Bank has received 250 Easter Eggs as part of our Easter Egg Appeal. Between 27th February and 23rd March, students from all year groups and staff showed their generous side by bringing in chocolate eggs to school for donation, which Worc … |
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Students turn entrepreneurs for the day (May 21, 2023)Year 9 students turned entrepreneurs for the day by participating in a Dragon’s Den style event featuring local business leaders. Students worked in small teams within their tutor groups and researched, planned and created an idea for a new product or … |
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Students make it through to national finals of robotics competition (May 21, 2023)A team of Year 9 students are celebrating after qualifying for the national finals of the 2023 First Tech Challenge, which centres around the development of an operational robot. First Tech Challenge is the world’s largest robotic competition and aims … |
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Calming tips for Year 11 students during the exam period (February 28, 2023)The GCSE exam period can be a stressful and overwhelming time for Year 11 students. The pressure to perform well can leave many feeling anxious and nervous. However, it is important to remember that feeling stressed can negatively impact your performan … |
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Bishop Perowne teacher leading the way in improving outcomes for disadvantaged pupils (February 10, 2023)Assistant Headteacher Callum Aitken recently addressed an audience of teachers from around the country at the Achieve Equity Conference, which took place at the University of Birmingham. The Achieve Equity Conference is an event run by RADY (Raising th … |
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Which subjects to choose for skills gap careers (February 1, 2023)Put simply, the skills gap is the difference between the skills required to complete a job in the workplace and the skills available to a company from its employees. This can mean that a business will lose money, have a low level of productivity, strug … |
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A look at religious celebrations, from Christmas to Diwali (December 12, 2022)Around the world, holiday traditions create connections and a sense of belonging between families and communities. With Christmas fast approaching, students at Bishop Perowne have been reflecting on the importance of religious and cultural celebrations … |
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What are your options after Bishop Perowne? (November 16, 2022)For our year 11 students, the time has come start making decisions about what they would like to do in the future. Everything we do here at Bishop Perowne is about supporting our students to achieve the best future for them, so it is always exciting to … |
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The secondary school selection process: a timeline (November 15, 2022)Selecting a secondary school can be an exciting and daunting process for both parents and children. Leaving behind primary school and entering a new school is a big transition, and there are a number of practical steps that parents and guardians need t … |
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Transitioning to secondary school (August 11, 2022)The move from primary to secondary school can often be a daunting time for parents and children. There are a lot of changes to take into consideration, such as new teachers, timetables and environment. But you can alleviate any uncertainties by prepari … |
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Be safe online during the school summer holiday (July 10, 2022)During the school summer holiday, our students are likely to spend more time on their mobile phones, computers, laptops and tablets. Whether updating social media profiles, chatting with friends or playing games, their online use will increase consider … |
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Performing arts students enjoy workshop with West End star (June 16, 2022)Students who are starring in our upcoming production of Matilda were recently treated to a visit from Tom Muggeridge, the resident dance captain for the cast of ‘Matilda the Musical’ in London’s West End. Having trained with the English National Ballet … |
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How to talk to your child about how they are feeling (May 12, 2022)We understand that when you think your child may be experiencing some issues, or is worrying about something, it can be difficult to broach the subject. You want your child to always be happy, so believing they are struggling with their mental health c … |
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Top 10 revision tips for Year 11 students (April 25, 2022)With Year 11 exams beginning on Monday 16th May, we’ve put together our top 10 tips to help you revise. Create a revision timetable… and stick to it Without a structured plan, the thought of revising all those subjects can become extremely daunting. … |
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Students’ creative work being published in a book (March 16, 2022)Six budding writers are celebrating after each winning a national Young Writers 2022 award. The six pieces of creative writing will now be published in an upcoming book called Twisted Tales. Young Writers promotes poetry and creative writing for childr … |
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It’s Year 8 options time – here’s our advice to help make the right choice (March 11, 2022)The Year 8 option window is now open! By Friday 25th March, Year 8 students must submit their choices of what they would like to study in Year 9. This is an exciting time as they are being asked to start taking control of their learning. The options on … |
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Don’t panic if you don’t get your first choice secondary school (February 17, 2022)For parents with children currently in Year 6, 1st March is a big day, as they will receive confirmation of the secondary school place their child has been allocated. Known as ‘Offer Day’, parents will receive an email, or letters will be posted, indic … |
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Worcester Food Bank receives over 2,300 food items from Bishop Perowne students (January 31, 2022)Worcester Food Bank has received over 2,300 canned and non-perishable food items as part of our Christmas Food Drive. Between 29th November and 14th December students from all year groups and staff showed their generous side by bringing in items to sch … |
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Five reasons why you should attend your child’s parents’ evening (January 31, 2022)Parents’ evening is one of the most important dates in our school calendar. Parental engagement is extremely valuable to students, and parents’ evening is an opportunity to demonstrate to your child and their teachers your continued support of their le … |
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Christmas traditions from around the world (December 16, 2021)The festive season is upon us, and here at Bishop Perowne, Christmas is a very important time of the year. With everyone getting excited to celebrate with family and friends, our students have been talking about their own Christmas traditions and think … |
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Grant received to provide food parcels to 370 students during the festive period (December 15, 2021)We’re delighted to have successfully gained funding of over £15,000 to enable us to provide a food parcel to students who receive free school meals. Worcester City Council has provided a grant for £14,800 as part of the Government’s Household Support F … |
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Students leave their mark on new school extension (December 6, 2021)Students left their mark on the new school extension after taking part in a steel signing ceremony. The ceremony was to celebrate the final stages of the steelwork erection for the extension to our main building. Students and teachers signed beams and … |
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How to manage your homework – advice for students and parents (November 4, 2021)At Bishop Perowne, we are passionate about helping our students be the best they can be, both as individuals, and academically. We strive to set high quality homework assignments which expand students’ learning and promote self-management skills. While … |
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The Benefits that come with taking part in an extra-curricular activity (October 11, 2021)Naturally, we put a high importance on academic excellence and providing a rich and varied curriculum, but we don’t underestimate the value of our students having access to pursuits outside of the classroom. We want to provide a learning environment th … |
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Building work update (September 21, 2021)The renovation work at the school is now well underway and it’s very exciting to see the developments that are happening onsite. What is being built? We are having six new classrooms created, as well as an open plan kitchen and dining area which will b … |
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Building work has started (August 13, 2021)Building work to expand and improve the facilities at Bishop Perowne CE College has started. We received £2.25m from Worcestershire County Council to help us complete work so student intake can increase from 210 to 240 students. The plans will see six … |
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How to choose a secondary school for your child (July 1, 2021)The deadline for parents and carers of Year 6 pupils to apply for a secondary school place is the 31st October every year. What you may hear from politicians or read in the media tends to make you think the education system in our country is awful, whi … |
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Well done, Frankie (June 18, 2021)After the triathlon events that Frankie Knight, a Year 10 student, had signed up for were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he decided to complete his own over the recent half-term break to raise money for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Societ … |
