Letters home

15 Oct 2021

Headteacher's Half Term Message

Dear Parent/Carer, I wanted to write as we come towards the end of a busy half term to thank you for all your support over the last few weeks.  It has been a very challenging half term with Covid impacting both staff and student absence and the need to facilitate the ... (click to read more)

13 Oct 2021

Holiday Dates 2022 - 27

Dear Parent/Carer, Holiday dates for Leicestershire 2022-2027 inclusive Following the consultation run by the local authority prior to the summer holidays, Leicestershire term dates for the autumn term 2022 until the summer term 2027 have now been agreed and can be found by following the link below: https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/popular-now/school-term-dates You will notice that each ... (click to read more)

13 Oct 2021

University and Apprenticeship Search Virtual Fair

Dear Parent/ Carer, We have received information regarding the UK University & Apprenticeship Search Virtual Fair on Wednesday 20th October (12 noon-6pm) which your son/daughter may wish to attend. This free event features a multitude of universities, colleges, and apprenticeship providers from around the UK, along with 10 interactive webinars ... (click to read more)

06 Oct 2021

Covid Vaccination Programme - New Date

Dear Parent/Carer, I write to let you know that due to high levels of vaccine take-up in schools, the vaccination programme for 12-15 year olds has been rescheduled across Leicestershire. Therefore, our vaccination date has been moved back one week from Friday 8th October until Friday 15th October 2021.   All ... (click to read more)

01 Oct 2021

PE Research Project - Information for Parents

Dear Parent / Carer, Ashby School has been asked to take part in a research project being run by Sheffield Hallam University.  The research will evaluate the effectiveness of a new initiative to improve students' experience of PE and physical activity currently being offered to all secondary schools in England. As part ... (click to read more)

28 Sep 2021

Vaccination Letter for Year 10 and 11 Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, Please find attached a letter from Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust outlining details of Covid vaccinations which are provisionally scheduled for administration by NHS staff in school on Friday 8th October 2021 for students in Years 10 & 11.  Please be aware that there have been a number of ... (click to read more)

22 Sep 2021

Careers Evening - Wednesday 10 November 2021

Dear Parent/ Carer, We will be holding our annual Careers Evening on Wednesday 10 November from 5:30pm – 7:30pm and would be delighted if you are able to join us.  The event will take place across the Library, Café Express and A Block canteen (including Airport Lounge).  Our Careers Evening is an excellent ... (click to read more)

22 Sep 2021

Year 13 students - UCAS deadline

Dear Parent/Carer,   As this important year progresses, we strive to provide all students with as many opportunities as possible to find the right path for them post Sixth Form.  For a number of students, this path will be applying for universities and after the support provided last term; this process ... (click to read more)

22 Sep 2021

Shoes - A Reminder

Dear Parent/ Carer -  Thank you for all your support with our uniform expectations, it has been lovely to see so many of our students getting this right.   As I said last week, we have taken opportunity to revisit our stance on shoes and have been grateful for your feedback ... (click to read more)

22 Sep 2021

Updated Covid Measures - Sept 2021

Dear Parents and Carers, As we approach the end of September, I wanted to update you on the situation regarding Covid cases in school and changes to our risk mitigation plan. The Public Health Protection Team at Leicestershire County Council have shared with me today that Covid-19 levels in our local ... (click to read more)

13 Sep 2021

Year 7 Open Evening - Letter to Parents

Dear Parent/ Carer, We are delighted you are considering Ashby School for your child.  Our Open Evening on Thursday 30 September from 5 – 7pm is an opportunity for you to visit our school, hear from our Headteacher and experience our faculty areas and facilities so you are in the best ... (click to read more)

10 Sep 2021

Online Portal Subscriptions, Webinars and Virtual School

Dear Parent/ Carer, We are writing to advise you of the resources available to support students' learning at Ashby School. Online Platforms A summary of the online platforms available to students and how to access them can be found here. Students will be given a copy of this to stick in their ... (click to read more)

10 Sep 2021

Headteacher's Autumn Update for Sixth Form Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, Thank you for all your support in getting our young people back to school. It is lovely to see students in lessons and around school in much more normal ways and having the opportunity to do more practical learning activities and extra-curricular clubs.   As we settle into the ... (click to read more)

10 Sep 2021

Headteacher's Autumn Update for Year 10 and 11 Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, Thank you for all your support in getting our young people back to school. It is lovely to see students in lessons and around school in much more normal ways and having the opportunity to do more practical learning activities and extra-curricular clubs.   As we settle into the ... (click to read more)

02 Sep 2021

New Headteacher's Letter to Parents

Dear Parents/Carers, I am writing to introduce myself as the new Headteacher of Ashby School. I am so excited to be joining Ashby at such a time of innovation as the school moves towards age range change and prepares to welcome our first ever Year 7s in August 2022. I ... (click to read more)

25 Aug 2021

Return to School - Keeping Everyone Safe

Dear Parent/ Carer,   As promised at the end of term, I am writing to you this week to update you regarding the start of the academic year.  You may be aware from the news and from the changes to Covid restrictions nationally that arrangements in schools are different this term ... (click to read more)

19 Aug 2021

Year 13 Covid testing and return to school

Click here for letter about Year 13 Covid testing and return to school ... (click to read more)

19 Aug 2021

Year 12 - Covid Testing and Return to School

Click here for letter about Year 12 Covid testing and return to school ... (click to read more)

19 Aug 2021

Year 11 - Covid Testing and Return to School

Click here for letter about Year 11 Covid testing and return to school. ... (click to read more)

19 Aug 2021

Year 10 - Covid Testing and Return to School

Click here for letter about Year 10 Covid testing and return to school. ... (click to read more)

09 Jul 2021

Exam Results - Appeals Process

Dear Students & Parents/Carers, As you will all be aware, the Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs) were submitted on 18 June after a thorough internal quality assurance process. We are now underway with the external quality assurance process and a number of samples have been sent to the exam boards. We wanted to ... (click to read more)

09 Jul 2021

Instructions for GCSE results day - Thursday 12 August

Dear Parent/ Carer, Please read through this carefully ahead of results day on Thursday 12 August so that you are clear about the process for the day.  A version of this letter has also been sent to students. STEP 1 – Access Your Results -          Results will be available on the ... (click to read more)

09 Jul 2021

Instructions for A level results day - Tuesday 10 August

Dear Parent/ Carer, Please carefully read through this ahead of results day on Tuesday 10 August so that you are clear about the process for the day. A version of this letter has also been sent to students. STEP 1 – Access Your Results -          Results will be available on ... (click to read more)

09 Jul 2021

End of Term Letter to Parents

Dear Parents/ Carers, Here we are at the end of a year which has seen unprecedented challenges for students, staff and parents. I would like to thank you for your support, patience and acceptance of all of the changes that have been implemented to ensure the young people have continued to ... (click to read more)

07 Jul 2021

Results Information - Year 11 Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, I am pleased to inform you that all Teacher Assessed Grades have been submitted and our quality assurance sample provided to the examination boards.  We now await the awarding of the grades by the exam boards which will be released on Thursday 12 August.   The results will be delivered ... (click to read more)

07 Jul 2021

Results Information - Year 13 Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, I am pleased to inform you that all Teacher Assessed Grades have been submitted and our quality assurance sample provided to the examination boards.  We now await the awarding of the grades by the exam boards which will be released on Tuesday 10 August.   The results will be delivered ... (click to read more)

07 Jul 2021

Coronavirus Multiple Cases - Advice to Parents

Dear Parents/ Carers,  We have been advised by Public Health England that there have been confirmed cases of COVID-19 within the school.  We know that you may find this concerning but we are continuing to monitor the situation and are working closely with Public Health England. This letter is to inform ... (click to read more)

02 Jul 2021

Sign Up for Summer Pod

Dear Parent/Carer, As you will be aware, your child has a subscription to GCSEPod through school. GCSEPod are running SummerPod: a programme of events for students and parents that runs from 26th July to 14th August 2021.  this is FREE for all Ashby School students and parents/carers. SummerPod will support you and your ... (click to read more)

02 Jul 2021

Year 9 Parents' Information evening on Microsoft Teams

Dear Parent/ Carer, Please find the link below for the live Year 9 parent information evening to be held on Microsoft Teams at 6pm-7pm on Tuesday 6th July. Please click on the link to access the event. https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzM4MTE4YTQtNGZmMS00NTViLWJmODEtMDUwNmI1ODAzMGU2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2285f63067-a95f-4acc-8916-f4ebe21579fc%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220ab4d93a-54eb-4bf6-b9d7-6ee5ef119fef%22%2c%22IsBroadcastMeeting%22%3atrue%7d&btype=a&role=a Regards Andrew Binns Assistant Headteacher at Ashby School   ... (click to read more)

18 Jun 2021

Induction letter for parents

This letter can be found on our Induction page. ... (click to read more)

18 Jun 2021

Parent Letter - Attendance, Covid testing and rewards

Dear Parents/Carers, I have been extremely impressed with the attitude, resilience and dedication of our Year 10 students over the past two weeks as they completed their mock exams.  This dedication was reflected in an attendance figure that was significantly above the national average last week.  Thank you for your ... (click to read more)

28 May 2021

Year 12 Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGS) - Parents' Guide to Evidence

Dear Parent/Carer, We hope that you and your family are keeping well. We are incredibly proud of how the students have conducted themselves during the check-point assessments and we hope that students feel happy that they have been able to demonstrate to their staff, what they currently know, understand and ... (click to read more)

28 May 2021

Half Term Update for Parents from the Headteacher

Dear Parent/Carer, As we come to the end of the first half term of the summer, I would like to thank the students and staff for making me so welcome at Ashby School.   The COVID measures in place to support teaching and learning have been successful and we are proud that, ... (click to read more)

14 May 2021

Year 11 Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGS) - Parents' Guide to Evidence

Dear Parent/Carer, We hope that you and your family are keeping well. We are incredibly proud of how the students have conducted themselves during the check-point assessments and we hope that students feel happy that they have been able to demonstrate to their staff, what they currently know, understand and ... (click to read more)

14 May 2021

Year 13 Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs) - Parents' Guide to Evidence

Dear Parent/Carer We hope that you and your family are keeping well. We are incredibly proud of how the students have conducted themselves during the check-point assessments and we hope that students feel happy that they have been able to demonstrate to their staff, what they currently know, understand and ... (click to read more)

14 May 2021

Covid Face Covering Update

Dear Parents/carers, With the announcement from the government stating that face coverings are no longer required in schools and colleges from 17th May, I would like to clarify the Ashby School position: •    Students are recommended to wear face coverings in communal areas, including corridors where social distancing is not possible. •   ... (click to read more)

30 Apr 2021

Letter to Parents - 30 April 2021

Dear Parents/Carers, Our COVID test centre has been up and running this week, enabling students who have been in close contact with a positive case to be tested daily.  The centre is now asking for all parents and students, who have not already been part of the trial, to consent ... (click to read more)

16 Apr 2021

Teacher Assessed Grades - A Guide for Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, We hope that you and your family enjoyed the Easter break. Staff have enjoyed having students back in the classroom and we have been delighted with how well received our TAGs strategy has been by both parents and students. What seemed to be clear was that students were ... (click to read more)

16 Apr 2021

Headteacher's Letter to Parents

Dear Parents/Carers, It has been a delight getting to know Ashby School during my first week as Headteacher. Armed with a map, I have visited as many classes as possible to introduce myself to students and staff.  In normal circumstances, this would have been possible through assemblies and meetings but ... (click to read more)

24 Mar 2021

Year 10 Science Assessments

Dear Parent/ Carer,  We hope your child has had a positive experience with lockdown learning and has enjoyed the lessons science have provided. We have been impressed with the engagement and dedication of the students, and now want to give them the opportunity to show us how well they have ... (click to read more)

24 Mar 2021

Year 11 Science Assessments

Dear Parent/ Carer, As you will be aware your child will be sitting checkpoint assessments starting Tuesday 4 May (exact dates to be confirmed). We would like to take this opportunity to outline what they need to be revising in Science to give them the best opportunity to succeed. The ... (click to read more)

24 Mar 2021

Uniform - A Reminder

Dear Parent/ Carer, As we approach the end of the second term, it is pleasing to see that our students have had a smooth reintegration back into school. I would like to thank you for following the uniform guidance. The overwhelming majority of the students look very smart and are a ... (click to read more)

19 Mar 2021

Headteacher's Retirement, Interim Headteacher Appointed

Dear all, I hope you and your families are safe and well in these unprecedented times. You will be aware that our Headteacher, Geoff Staniforth, has decided to take retirement at the end of the Spring term, having served  Ashby School and its community for an amazing 36 years. Geoff became ... (click to read more)

19 Mar 2021

Covid Home Tests

Dear Parent/Carer,   Over the last nine days, we have carried out more than 5,000 Covid tests in school on the vast majority of the students. I would like to express my appreciation to all the staff who have been involved in this as it has been a huge commitment.  I would also like ... (click to read more)

19 Mar 2021

Year 13 Teaching Assessed Grades (TAGs) - Information for Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, We have enjoyed having students back in school over the last two weeks and staff have commented on how well the students have settled back in. Staff have been spending time consolidating work that was covered in lockdown as well as continuing with new content. We understand that it ... (click to read more)

19 Mar 2021

Year 11 Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs) - Information for Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, We have enjoyed having students back in school over the last two weeks and staff have commented on how well the students have settled back in. Staff have been spending time consolidating work that was covered in lockdown as well as continuing with new content. We understand that it ... (click to read more)

19 Mar 2021

March Webinar Updates

Dear Parent/ Carer, We hope you have been finding our webinar programme informative and useful. All scheduled webinars can be viewed on the school website here. Elevate Ashby School is in the top 10% of parent attendance from all schools that have been promoting the webinars! If you missed last week’s ‘Preparing ... (click to read more)

17 Mar 2021

Relationships and Sex Education consultation

Click here for details of the consultation with parents on proposed changes to Relationships and Sex Education. ... (click to read more)

11 Mar 2021

Covid Testing Update - 11 March

Dear Parent/Carer,   I wanted to write to you to say what a credit the students have been to yourselves and the school. Their conduct during the last four days of testing has been exemplary.   There have been a few questions raised that I wanted to clarify. Permission to have a test ... (click to read more)

04 Mar 2021

Covid Testing - Clarification

Dear Parent/Carer,   A few questions have arisen regarding the initial testing on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of next week so please see the clarification below.   Uniform All students are to attend in uniform. This is for safeguarding reasons.   Where to go on arrival If you are being tested in the Airport Lounge this is ... (click to read more)

03 Mar 2021

Year 12 Mocks Rescheduled

Dear Parent/ Carer,   We have taken the decision to postpone the Year 12 mock examinations that are currently scheduled to be held in the week commencing Monday 15 March.  The mocks will now be taken the week after the Easter holidays (week commencing Monday 12 April. Students will then have a full ... (click to read more)

03 Mar 2021

Year 11 - Covid Testing, Tuesday 9 March

Dear Parent/Carer,   We have planned out the schedule for the testing programme. Please read this carefully so you are aware when your child is due to come into school. The first test is the most important as we have to ensure no students become close contacts with each other. To ... (click to read more)

01 Mar 2021

Year 12 and 13 - Covid Testing, Monday 8 March

Dear Parent/Carer,   We have planned out the schedule for the testing programme. Please read this carefully so you are aware when your child is due to come into school. The first test is the most important as we have to ensure no students become close contacts with each other. To ... (click to read more)

01 Mar 2021

Year 10 - Covid Testing, Weds 10 March

Dear Parent/Carer,   We have planned out the schedule for the testing programme. Please read this carefully so you are aware when your child is due to come into school. The first test is the most important as we have to ensure no students become close contacts with each other. To ... (click to read more)

26 Feb 2021

Return to School March 21 - Covid Action

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware that students will be returning to school from 8 March. As part of this process they will have three lateral flow tests during the first two weeks so we can identify anyone who may be carrying the virus but does not have any symptoms. This is particularly important ... (click to read more)

26 Feb 2021

Parent webinar - 2 March

Dear parent/guardian, The next parent webinar is this coming Tuesday 2 March. The recording of the previous webinar on Stress and Wellbeing is available here. You can also download a summary sheet of the main points here.   Tuesday’s webinar will focus on how students can effectively prepare for assessments this year: Effective Preparation for ... (click to read more)

20 Jan 2021

Year 13 - Student Finance Evening

Dear Year 13 Parents/Carers and Students,   STUDENT FINANCE EVENING – TUESDAY 4TH FEBRUARY 2021    After all the ‘excitement’ and pressure of completing the UCAS application, it is quite normal for both students and parents to suddenly feel a bit anxious about the finances.    Students and parents often want to know more about ... (click to read more)

19 Jan 2021

Summer Exams 2021 - Consultation Process

Dear Parent/Carer,   Summer Exams 2021   You will be aware that the department for education has released its proposals for how students will be awarded their GCSE and Advanced grades this summer. This is a consultation that closes on 29th January and they are keen to receive feedback from schools, parents and ... (click to read more)

11 Jan 2021

Elevate webinar - 19 January 2021

Dear Parent/Carer,   Last term, over 10,000 parents attended Elevate’s parent webinars from schools across the UK, including many from Ashby School. Their aim is to help you to support your children in their studies. Elevate have developed a new schedule for this half-term, focusing on the areas that are going ... (click to read more)

08 Jan 2021

School Shop and Covid Testing

Dear Parent/Carer, I apologise for the number of emails you have received this week. There has been a lot of information to convey. Laptops & Internet Access If you are struggling to access the online lessons and need to borrow any equipment please, contact Donna Tolley at d-tolley@ashbyschool.org.uk if you are Pupil Premium ... (click to read more)

07 Jan 2021

Cancellation of Summer Exams

Dear Parent/Carer, You will have heard the announcement that the summer examinations have been cancelled, student grades will be based on teacher assessments and will not involve the use of an algorithm. I want to reassure you that we are all very aware of the experience that your son or daughter ... (click to read more)

06 Jan 2021

Year 11 Destinations - Deadline for Submission

Dear Parent/ Carer, As you are aware, it is an important time for our current Year 11 students who are thinking about their next steps after their GCSEs. It is a legal requirement that all young people under the age of 18 are in full time education, whether this is ... (click to read more)

06 Jan 2021

Covid Testing - Consent Form and FAQs

Dear Parent/Carer,   I wrote to you on 1 January to make you aware that the school was preparing to deliver the mass testing programme as required by the government.    Having a test is voluntary and you must give permission if your child is under 16. Students over 16 can give their own ... (click to read more)

05 Jan 2021

School Closure - Response to Lockdown

Dear Parent/Carer, I'm sure you have watched the statement by the PM tonight. The closure of schools looks to be until at least half term in February. Students were already not in this week and staff are prepared to deliver live lessons through Teams and set work through the virtual ... (click to read more)

31 Dec 2020

Return to school - January 2021

Dear Parent/Carer, Happy New Year, I hope you all managed to enjoy Christmas though I suspect it was probably quieter than normal. Return to School You will be aware from the news that the return to school plans have changed. Please see the details below. ·        Year 10 students return ... (click to read more)

18 Dec 2020

Christmas - What to do about a Positive Covid Test and Returning to School in 2021

Dear Parent/Carer, Positive Covid Test During Holiday Should your child develop any symptoms of Covid 19 during the holiday period please have them tested and let the school know the result by emailing us at the following address covid@ashbyschool.org.uk January Return to School You will be aware from the media that there will be ... (click to read more)

16 Dec 2020

Year 11 science exams

Dear Parent/ Carer, As you will be aware, your child will be sitting exams starting Monday 18 January. We wanted to take this opportunity to outline what they need to be revising to give them to have the best opportunity to succeed. The links are to the relevant sections of ... (click to read more)

16 Dec 2020

Exam Dates and Changes - Summer 2021

Dear Parents/Carers, As you are probably aware, the Department for Education have recently announced exceptional exam measures which will be put in place for students doing exams in summer 2021, in order to improve fairness and prevent disruption.  Alongside the latest set of measures, we already know that exams have been ... (click to read more)

11 Dec 2020

Free School Meals - Christmas Period

Dear Parent/ Carer, It has been confirmed that supermarket vouchers will be provided for pupils in receipt of Free School Meals over the Christmas period. As we continue through these difficult times, we just wanted to remind you of the criteria to be eligible for Free School Meals.  You don’t need to ... (click to read more)

10 Dec 2020

School Term Dates - School Open on Friday 18 December

Dear Parent/Carer,   You may have heard through the media that some schools are planning to close on Friday 18th December for an additional training day.   I am writing to confirm we will NOT be doing this at Ashby. The school will be open as normal for students with an earlier finish time of ... (click to read more)

09 Dec 2020

Year 12 Assessments - Important Dates

Dear Parent / Carer, I am writing to inform you of our plans for Year 12 assessments. With the coronavirus epidemic still prevalent, we are making provision for the possibility that students will be required to self-isolate during the weeks their assessments are scheduled.  In this circumstance students will sit their ... (click to read more)

09 Dec 2020

Year 13 Mock Exams - Important Dates

Dear Parent / Carer, I am writing to inform you of a few changes to our plans for mock exams. With the coronavirus epidemic still prevalent, we are making provision for the possibility that students will be required to self-isolate during the weeks their mocks are scheduled.  In this circumstance students ... (click to read more)

09 Dec 2020

Year 10 Reports and Grades

Dear Parent/Carer, Re: Year 10 Reports and Grades As we approach the Christmas break, we wish to make you aware of an important change to the Year 10 reports and grades which were due to be published on Wednesday 16th December 2020. Over the last few weeks, we have started to ... (click to read more)

09 Dec 2020

Proposed Changes to Admissions Policy - Further Consultation Period

Dear Parent/Carer, I am writing to you to remind you about our consultation regarding implementing age range change from August 2022. Additionally, I would like to let you know that we have made some changes to the proposed admissions policy and admission number for Ashby School. This is as a ... (click to read more)

27 Nov 2020

Year 11 Parents - 'Into the Sixth Form'

Dear Parent/ Carer, As you are probably aware, due to the ongoing pandemic, we have had no choice but to cancel our annual ‘Into The Sixth Form’ evening which was due to be held on Wednesday 2 December. To replace the event, this week, your son/daughter has had three morning registration sessions, ... (click to read more)

19 Nov 2020

Year 10 - Impact of Coronavirus

Dear Parent/Carer,   During the last two weeks, we have started to see the impact of coronavirus in our school.   Although the positive cases at Ashby School are still low, there has been an increase in the wider community, this is having a considerable impact with both students and staff having to self-isolate.   All ... (click to read more)

16 Nov 2020

Reminder of Coronavirus Guidance

Dear Parent/Carer,   As you are aware we are in the middle of a national lockdown, where there are clear procedures to follow, in order to minimise the spread of coronavirus. I would urge you to follow these instructions, and ensure your son or daughter returns straight home once they have ... (click to read more)

11 Nov 2020

Resources for Absent Students

Dear Parent/Carer, We are writing to remind you of the many resources available to support students' learning at Ashby School. Webinars  We recognise that students may need additional support in helping them remain motivated to study and to improve their revision techniques, and that parents are keen for ideas to support them. ... (click to read more)

09 Nov 2020

For Parents Re Close Contact with Covid

FOR PARENTS OF CLOSE CONTACTS OF COVID 19 at Ashby School Advice for Child to Self-Isolate for 14 Days Dear Parents/Carers, We have been made aware that we have a confirmed number of positive cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) at Ashby School. We have followed the national guidance and have identified that your child ... (click to read more)

09 Nov 2020

Covid - Advice to All Parents

Dear Parents/Carers, We have been made aware of several members of our school community who have tested positive for COVID 19. We know that you may find this concerning but we are continuing to monitor the situation and are working closely with Public Health England. This letter is to inform ... (click to read more)

06 Nov 2020

Covid Update - Masks, Buses, Split Lunch, Access to Site

Dear Parent/Carer,   We have now entered the second national lockdown. The School is open as normal but we have changed some procedures following new guidance. Please ensure you discuss these with your son or daughter this weekend as they will come into force from Monday.  Face Masks We introduced masks at the start ... (click to read more)

02 Nov 2020

Age Range Change and Multi Academy Trust Proposals

Dear Parent/Carer, I am writing to consult with you on proposals for Ashby School, Ibstock Community College and Ivanhoe College to work together to introduce age range change at all three schools from August 2022. I am also writing to inform you of our intention to join a Multi Academy ... (click to read more)

16 Oct 2020

Year 10 - Half Term Update

Dear Parent/Carer,   This has been an incredibly challenging half term, but we have been successful in remaining fully open and so far have had no confirmed cases in school which is very positive. I would like to thank the students who are doing their best to engage in a normal school ... (click to read more)

16 Oct 2020

Year 11 - Half Term Update

Dear Parent/Carer,   This has been an incredibly challenging half term, but we have been successful in remaining fully open and so far have had no confirmed cases in school which is very positive. I would like to thank the students who are doing their best to engage in a normal school ... (click to read more)

16 Oct 2020

Year 12 - Half Term Update

Dear Parent/Carer,   This has been an incredibly challenging half term, but we have been successful in remaining fully open and so far have had no confirmed cases in school which is very positive. I would like to thank the students who are doing their best to engage in a normal school ... (click to read more)

16 Oct 2020

Year 13 - Half Term Update

Dear Parent/Carer,   This has been an incredibly challenging half term, but we have been successful in remaining fully open and so far have had no confirmed cases in school which is very positive. I would like to thank the students who are doing their best to engage in a normal school ... (click to read more)

07 Oct 2020

Wisepay System Offline - Information on Student Lunch Accounts and Book/ Uniform Purchases

Dear Parents/Carer, Over recent days, we have become aware of a nationwide fault in the Wisepay online payment system, which is affecting top ups of dinner money and the purchase of books and uniform items. In response, Wisepay have taken the system offline in order to perform maintenance and correct the ... (click to read more)

30 Sep 2020

GCSEPod Letter to Parents

Click here to read the letter from GCSEPod ... (click to read more)

25 Sep 2020

Launch of Ashby's Virtual School and Supporting Remote Learning

Dear Parents/Carers,    I am writing to you today to outline our learning and teaching plans as we progress towards the end of the calendar year and approach 2021. I would like to first thank all parents/carers for their continued support. From the end of the last academic year, when we were ... (click to read more)

23 Sep 2020

Year 13 - Post Sixth Form Information

Dear Parent/Carer, As this important year progresses, we strive to provide all students with as many opportunities as possible to find the right path for them post Sixth Form.  I would like to share the following information with you regarding some upcoming dates and opportunities.   For a number of students, this ... (click to read more)

09 Sep 2020

Face Coverings and Covid Update

Dear Parent/Carer,   You will be aware from the news that the infection rate is increasing nationally so we all need to do everything possible to ensure we keep everyone protected.  This week all the students have been reminded about the importance of face coverings and that they have a social responsibility ... (click to read more)

28 Aug 2020

Year 12 - Back to School and Face Mask Guidance

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope your son or daughter is looking forward to their first day back at Ashby next Tuesday. We are all adjusting to the new ways of working as we implement measures to keep everyone safe. We are confident that students will soon become familiar with the site ... (click to read more)

28 Aug 2020

Year 11 - Back to School and Face Mask Guidance

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope your son or daughter has enjoyed their first day back at Ashby. We are all adjusting to the new ways of working as we implement measures to keep everyone safe. We are confident that students will soon become familiar with the site and their new routines.    The students ... (click to read more)

28 Aug 2020

Year 10 - Back to School and Face Mask Guidance

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope your son or daughter has enjoyed their first two days at Ashby. We are all adjusting to the new ways of working as we implement new measures to keep everyone safe. We are confident that students will soon become familiar with the site and their new ... (click to read more)

28 Aug 2020

Year 13 - Back to School and Face Mask Guidance

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope your son or daughter has enjoyed their first day back at Ashby on their own campus. We are all adjusting to the new ways of working as we implement measures to keep everyone safe. We are confident that students will soon become familiar with the site ... (click to read more)

26 Aug 2020

Face Mask Policy

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware from the news that Scotland is making it mandatory for students to wear face masks when not in lessons. It was also announced last night that this policy will be in place in England for areas in lockdown and that it will be at ... (click to read more)

21 Aug 2020

Year 10 Students - A Safe Return to School

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you have all had a good summer holiday. Before the break I wrote to you outlining how the school would be set up to provide as safe an environment as possible for everyone. We are aware that your son or daughter may not have been in ... (click to read more)

21 Aug 2020

Year 11 Students - A Safe Return to School

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you have all had a good summer holiday. Before the break I wrote to you outlining how the school would be set up to provide as safe an environment as possible for everyone. The re-modelling of the school is complete and all Year 10 and 11 students ... (click to read more)

21 Aug 2020

Year 12 Students - A Safe Return to School

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you have all had a good summer holiday and congratulations to your son or daughter for successfully moving onto the next stage of their education. Before the break I wrote to you outlining how the school would be set up to provide as safe an environment as ... (click to read more)

21 Aug 2020

Year 13 Students - A Safe Return to School

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you have all had a good summer holiday. Before the break I wrote to you outlining how the school would be set up to provide as safe an environment as possible for everyone. Hopefully your son or daughter was able to attend the week before the summer ... (click to read more)

19 Aug 2020

Year 13 - Grades and Appeals Information

Dear Parent/Carer, The last week has been a very difficult period for us all and I am pleased that the government decided to award students the higher of centre assessed grade or moderated grade. This final grade will be published to the student portal on 20 August and will replace the previous ... (click to read more)

19 Aug 2020

Year 11 Students - GCSE Grades and Appeals

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware from the media that the last week has been a very difficult period for both students and schools.  I am pleased that the government made the decision to award students the higher of centre assessed grade or moderated grade before the publication tomorrow of ... (click to read more)

14 Aug 2020

Year 11 - Instructions for GCSE Results Day

Dear Parent/ Carer, Please see below the final instructions that were sent to your son/daughter with regard GCSE results day, this morning. Please ensure that you read through these instructions carefully so that you are able to support them next Thursday. FINAL INSTRUCTIONS Good morning and welcome to your instructions email! Please ... (click to read more)

07 Aug 2020

Year 13 - Instructions for A level Results Day

Dear Parent/ Carer, Please see below the final instructions that have been sent to your son/daughter with regard A level results day, this morning. Please ensure that you read through these instructions carefully so that you are able to support them next Thursday (13 August). FINAL INSTRUCTIONS Good morning and welcome to your ... (click to read more)

10 Jul 2020

Year 12 students starting Year 13 in August 2020

Dear Parent/Carer,   You will be aware of Government plans for all students to return to school on a full time basis in the Autumn term. We have been planning how this can operate at Ashby School to provide as safe as environment as possible for all students and staff and still ... (click to read more)

10 Jul 2020

Year 11 students starting Year 12 in September 2020

Dear Parent/Carer,   You will be aware of government plans for all students to return to school on a full time basis in the Autumn term. We have been planning how this can operate at Ashby School to provide as safe as environment as possible for all students and staff and ... (click to read more)

10 Jul 2020

Year 9 - Starting at Ashby School

Dear Parent/Carer,   You will be aware of government plans for all students to return to school on a full time basis in the Autumn term. We have been planning on how this can operate at Ashby School to provide as safe as environment as possible for all students and staff ... (click to read more)

10 Jul 2020

Year 13 - Results Day

Dear Parent/Carer,   The DFE have confirmed that A level results will be published on 13 August  This year, students will be able to access their results electronically on the day from 8.00am (details on how to do this will be issued nearer the time). Results will then be available via MCAS the ... (click to read more)

10 Jul 2020

Year 11 - Results Day

Dear Parent/Carer,    The DFE have confirmed that GCSE results will be published on 20 August. This year, students will be able to access their results electronically on the day from 8.00am (details on how to do this will be issued nearer the time). Results will then be available via MCAS the ... (click to read more)

08 Jul 2020

NCS for Summer - Letter to Parents

Keep Doing Good with NCS!  Many of you will have heard your teens talk about National Citizen Service (NCS) in assemblies or on social media, but if you haven’t, it’s a unique government funded opportunity for young people to go out, get some new skills, be heard and make a ... (click to read more)

08 Jul 2020

NCS for Summer - Letter to Students

Keep Doing Good with NCS Many of you will have heard of National Citizen Service (NCS) in assemblies or on social media, some of you may have even signed up! Due to COVID-19 this year the programme is a little different, but there are still 2 week programmes available throughout ... (click to read more)

26 Jun 2020

Year 12 parents - Return to school weeks beginning 29 June and 6 July

Dear Parent/Carer,   This email will explain the procedures that your son/daughter will follow when they return to school. As you appreciate, this has been and continues to be a very serious situation across the country and we expect every student to follow the rules without exception to ensure the safety of everyone.   Walking ... (click to read more)

19 Jun 2020

Year 12 - Return to School - An Update for Weeks Beginning 29 June and 6 July

Dear Parent/Carer,   This week, we have welcomed Year 10 students back to school for what has been a very successful week. They are clearly very happy to be back in school and have followed the procedures fully which has ensured the school ran very smoothly but also very safely for ... (click to read more)

19 Jun 2020

Year 10 - Return to School, Plans for Week Beginning 22 June

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope your son/daughter enjoyed their day back in school. It was really good to see them and they certainly looked happy to return.    Their conduct was exceptional; they followed the procedures fully and the school ran smoothly and safely. Next week, the students will be having lessons in ... (click to read more)

19 Jun 2020

Year 11 - Exam Grades and Results Days

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope everyone is well.   I am writing to inform you that all the centre assessed grades have now been submitted to the exam boards. The process ran very smoothly and I would like to thank the staff for all the work they did for all our students.   The examination ... (click to read more)

19 Jun 2020

Year 13 - Exam Grades and Results Day

Dear Parent/Carer,   I hope everyone is well.   I am writing to inform you that all the centre assessed grades have now been submitted to the exam boards. The process ran very smoothly and I would like to thank the staff for all the work they did for all our students.   The examination ... (click to read more)

18 Jun 2020

Free School Meals and Pupil Premium Eligibility

Dear Parent/ Carer, As you will probably be aware, children who are eligible for Free School Meals are currently being supported with a £15 supermarket gift card each week, which will continue throughout the summer holidays. I would like to make sure that all students who are eligible for these ... (click to read more)

10 Jun 2020

Year 10 June Return - Bus Travel and Face Masks

Dear Parent/Carer, Roberts have confirmed that the bus service to school will be running normally for the two weeks that Year 10 will be in school. Following national guidance, all students will be required the wear a mask whilst on the bus. This can be a cloth face mask, a ... (click to read more)

10 Jun 2020

Year 12 June Return - Travel Arrangements

Dear Parent/Carer, Roberts have confirmed today that the bus service to school will not be running during the two weeks that Year 12 will be in school so they will have to make their own way to school. I am just confirming with Stathams to see if they are running their service. I hope your son/daughter ... (click to read more)

08 Jun 2020

Year 12 - Dates for Return

Dear Parent/Carer, Thank you for the prompt return of the Google form. I am very encouraged that so far 87% of students indicate that they will be coming into school. In my original plan, I had hoped to have all of Year 12 in for the full 2 weeks from 29th ... (click to read more)

08 Jun 2020

Year 10 - Instructions for Return

Dear Parent/Carer, This email will explain the procedures that your son/daughter will follow when they return to school. As you appreciate, this has been and still is a very serious situation that the country is going through and we expect every student to follow the rules without exception to ensure ... (click to read more)

08 Jun 2020

Changes to Induction for New Year 12s (Joining in August 2020)

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you and your family are all well. You will be aware from the calendar that there was an induction day planned on 29 June for students coming into the Sixth Form next year. Unfortunately this will not now be taking place as we have to focus the remaining ... (click to read more)

05 Jun 2020

School House Closure Consultation Letter

To: Staff, parents/carers, community stakeholders and other interested parties     Dear Consultee,   Consultation by Ashby School Academy Trust to no longer retain the status as a boarding school due to the removal of boarding provision   Ashby School Academy Trust is today commencing consultation on the proposal to remove its status as a state boarding ... (click to read more)

05 Jun 2020

Changes to Year 9 Induction

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you and your family are well.  I'm sorry to say that our planned three day induction for your child due to take place in July, and the parent information evening scheduled for 1 July, will not be taking place this year.   The first day of the new ... (click to read more)

03 Jun 2020

Year 12 Virtual Events - Personal Statement Writing and 'Why Higher Education?'

Dear Parent/Carer, Further to previous correspondence, I am writing to you to communicate about two important virtual events in June. The first event is for all of our Year 12 students. Our annual careers’ day was scheduled for Tuesday 9th June and part of that day would have been launching the ... (click to read more)

01 Jun 2020

Year 10 - Proposals for Return to School in June

Dear Parent/Carer, I explained our draft proposals before half term and would like now to confirm these plans for Year 10 to return to school later this month. Week beginning 1st June Today your son/daughter received an email from me with a link to instructions on how to download Microsoft Teams ready ... (click to read more)

01 Jun 2020

Year 12 - Proposals for Return to School in June

Dear Parent/Carer, I explained our draft proposals before half term and would like now to confirm these plans for Year 12's education over the remaining weeks of term. Week beginning 1st June Today your son/daughter received an email from me with a link to instructions on how to download Microsoft Teams ready ... (click to read more)

25 May 2020

Phased Return to School - Proposed Dates

Dear Parent/Carer, We have been working this week to prepare the site for the possible phased return of students after the half term period. You will have heard in the news that primary schools are creating bubbles where small numbers of students are based in one area with one teacher ... (click to read more)

22 May 2020

Year 12 parents - Dress code from September

Dear parent/ carer, I hope that you and your families are keeping well. This morning I have shared the following information with your son/daughter but I felt it was also important to share the information with you. 1)    Skills For Success conference – I am sure it will not come as ... (click to read more)

20 May 2020

Returning to School - First Steps

Dear Parent/Carer, In my communication on 12 May, I explained that the school had a number of logistical issues to work through regarding the size of year groups and the numbers of students that travel to school by bus. You will appreciate from what has been discussed in the media this week that ... (click to read more)

20 May 2020

Year 11 - Sixth Form Dress Code from September 2020

Dear Parent/ Carer, I hope that you and your families are keeping well. For those students planning to join Ashby School Sixth Form, I firstly wanted to say how I hope your son/daughter is enjoying our pre- A level preparation work. This should be coming to them via their school e ... (click to read more)

12 May 2020

Year 10 and Year 12 Parents - Guidance to Schools on Student Time with Teachers

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you and your family are all well and keeping safe. Following the Prime Minister's latest announcement on Sunday evening, you will be aware that the government has set 1 June as a potential date for Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 children to start to attend primary school ... (click to read more)

06 May 2020

Sixth Form - Career Planning

Dear Parent/Carer, This term is when students should be starting their research regarding their plans after Sixth Form. This may be university, job applications, seeking an apprenticeship or maybe even a gap year. We would normally hold a careers day in June; in the current situation, we are unable to ... (click to read more)

22 Apr 2020

Year 11 - Grade Predictions and Preparing for Next Year

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope everyone is keeping well and that you enjoyed the Easter break. Since my last communication, staff have been working hard on reviewing the evidence which will be used to predict the grades for your son/daughter.  We do appreciate this is an uncertain time for your child, but want ... (click to read more)

17 Apr 2020

Studying from Home - Timetable for Year 10 students

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you are all well and have enjoyed a good Easter break. Before the holiday, I wrote to explain that we would be running a revised timetable for all Year 10 students after the two week holiday. I have included the timetable below as a reminder. This has also ... (click to read more)

03 Apr 2020

Easter break - Letter to Year 10 parents

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you are all well.​ I hope the last two weeks has gone smoothly for the students. A lot of work has been set and is being returned by the students. However, we have had some feedback that for some, it has been difficult to know where to ... (click to read more)

03 Apr 2020

Easter break - Letter to Year 11 parents

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you are all well. Guidance was released this morning on how the grades will be awarded this year for your son/daughter. As expected, teaching staff will be submitting a grade that is based on a variety of evidence sources. There is a full list that in essence ... (click to read more)

03 Apr 2020

Easter break - Letter to Year 12 parents

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope the last two weeks have gone smoothly for your son/daughter. As we enter the Easter break, staff will not be setting additional work, it will be a period for the students to finish anything from the last two weeks and then focus on family and friends in ... (click to read more)

03 Apr 2020

Easter break - Letter to Year 13 parents

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope you are all well. Guidance was released this morning on how the grades will be awarded this year for your son/daughter. As expected, teaching staff will be submitting a grade that is based on a variety of evidence sources. There is a full list that in essence ... (click to read more)

24 Mar 2020

Exam Results Latest - Years 11 and 13

Dear Parent/Carer, I'm sure you will have seen in the news tonight that as expected, your son/daughter's examination grades will be determined using a range of data including mock exams, coursework, internal assessments and teacher judgements. I have received an email from the examination board saying they will be sending out the ... (click to read more)

23 Mar 2020

School Closed to All Students from Wednesday 25 March

Dear Parent/Carer, As the school has no students attending today, I propose to close the school to all students from Wednesday 25 March. The normal school bus service will also no longer be running. The admin email is being monitored at all times so will be the best method for communication ... (click to read more)

20 Mar 2020

Staying at Home during the Coronavirus Outbreak: What Should Students do?

Dear Parent/Carer, It is expected that the government will announce tonight the proposals they will put in place to replace the exams this summer. These measures will be designed to ensure no student is disadvantaged and they are awarded the qualifications their efforts deserve. The students will be anxious and all ... (click to read more)

19 Mar 2020

School Closure - Coronavirus

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware that it has been confirmed that schools will close at the end of Friday. Staff have been putting resources onto the student portal in preparation for this and we expect students to access this next week. I would encourage them to test this and confirm ... (click to read more)

18 Mar 2020

Coronavirus - Self-Isolation and Student Portal

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware from the news that stronger guidance was released on Monday regarding self-isolation and this is now starting to have an impact on the running of the school. We are monitoring the situation but I wanted to give you early notice that we may have ... (click to read more)

18 Mar 2020

School Closed to Year 10 - 19 and 20 March

Dear Parent/Carer, The number of staff absent from school has increased today so it is with regret that I am closing the school for Year 10 only on Thursday 19 and Friday 20 March. The school remains open for Years 11, 12 and 13. Staff will be informing students of the work they ... (click to read more)

13 Mar 2020

Coronavirus - Letter to Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware from the news last night that schools in England continue to remain open but the situation is being monitored. We have been preparing for the possibility of school closures and are providing students with the key information below. Please ensure over the next few ... (click to read more)

06 Mar 2020

Skills for Success - Information for Year 12 Parents and How to Apply

Dear Parent/Carer, This year's Skills for Success Conference will take place from 6 – 8 July and is open to all Year 12 students. During the three day event, students work alongside local business people on a range of work-related challenges. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable skills for business and is recognised by ... (click to read more)

26 Feb 2020

Coronavirus - Latest Government Advice

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware of the current publicity regarding the coronavirus and its current links to other countries with a particular concern over Northern Italy and potential holiday travel over half term. We are receiving regular advice and updates and the current position is that any travel to Europe ... (click to read more)

05 Feb 2020

Letter from the Headteacher

Dear Parent/Carer, You will be aware that we underwent an Ofsted inspection in October.  This was primarily a very positive experience and we are delighted that the report confirmed the quality of education at both KS4 and in the Sixth Form to be good. It was very pleasing to receive ... (click to read more)

21 Jan 2020

Year 13 Parents Student Finance Meeting

Dear Year 13 Parents/ Carers and Students,  STUDENT FINANCE EVENING – 6 FEBRUARY 2020 After all the ‘excitement’ and pressure of completing the UCAS application, it is normal for both students and parents to feel a little anxious about the finances involved in higher education. Frequently asked questions include: What will it cost, what ... (click to read more)

06 Nov 2019

'Into the Sixth Form' Evening is Wednesday 20 November 5.30 - 8pm

Dear Student and Parent/Carer, Over the next half term you will be contemplating your future Post-16 choices and will be making one of the most important decisions of your life to-date. In order to help with your deliberations, you are invited to an “Into the Sixth Form Open Evening” at ... (click to read more)

13 Sep 2019

Year 13 Students: Planning for Post-16

Dear Parent/Carer , As this important year progresses, we strive to provide all students with as many opportunities as possible to find the right path for them post Sixth Form.  I would like to share the following information with you regarding some upcoming dates and opportunities.   For a number of students, ... (click to read more)

13 Sep 2019

Year 13 Parents' Evening - Thursday 26 September

Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 13 PARENTS’ EVENING – THURSDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2019 We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s Parents’ Evening. This will take place on Thursday 26 September 2019 from 5.30pm – 8.00pm in C Block. Student ambassadors will be available on the night to direct you around the site. To help us monitor the evening, it would ... (click to read more)

06 Sep 2019

Year 12 Parents' Information Evening - Thursday 12 September

Dear Parents/Carers, I am pleased to welcome your son/daughter into Ashby School Sixth Form and sincerely hope they are settling down well and that they are enjoying their studies. I wish to inform you of an important event taking place next week: Thursday 12 September – Year 12 Parents' Information Evening Year 12 parents ... (click to read more)

21 Jun 2019

Year 12 parents - Introduction to Year 13, including Dress Code and Use of Mobile Phones

Dear Parent/Carer,   Your child has nearly completed their first year of Sixth Form at Ashby School and I hope they have enjoyed their time here and taken advantage of the many different opportunities available to them. I would like to take this opportunity to inform you about some important changes ... (click to read more)

19 Jun 2019

Year 10 Parents - Introduction to Year 11, Including Uniform Changes and Use of Mobile Phones

Dear Parent/Carer, Your child has nearly completed their first year at Ashby School and I hope they have enjoyed their time here and taken advantage of the many different opportunities available to them. I would like to take this opportunity to inform you about some important changes we are making ... (click to read more)

05 Jun 2019

Year 12 Students - Post Sixth Form Preparation Day

Dear Parent/Carer, I am writing to inform you that Sixth Form will be running a Post Sixth Form Preparation day for all Year 12 students on Tuesday 2 July 2019.  Students will therefore be off normal timetabled lessons and following a different schedule for that day.  Details will be provided to students ... (click to read more)

24 May 2019

Year 12 Higher Education Evening - 13 June 2019

Dear Parent/Carer, I would like to invite you and your son/daughter to attend our Higher Education Evening which will take place on Thursday 13 June 2019 in the Lecture Theatre at 7pm.   This forms part of our programme to provide information and advice for Year 12 students who intend to apply for ... (click to read more)

17 May 2019

Year 11 Final Revision Sessions

Dear Parent/ Carer, We are rapidly approaching the end of the first week of the written public examinations and, as you are aware, Year 11 study leave will commence from Monday 20 May. During the remainder of the examination period, subject staff will be running final revision sessions prior to these examinations. ... (click to read more)

20 Mar 2019

Uniform Change Consultation

There are proposed changes to school uniform from September 2019. Click on the information below to find out more about the consultation period and how it will affect students in each year group: Year 9 uniform consultation (students entering Year 10 in September 2019) Year 10 uniform consultation (students entering Year 11 in ... (click to read more)

13 Mar 2019

Year 13 Parents' Evening - Tuesday 2 April 2019

  Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 13 PARENTS’ EVENING – TUESDAY 2 APRIL 2019 We are pleased to invite you and your son/daughter to your final Parents’ Evening. This will take place on Tuesday 2 April 2019 from 5.30pm – 8.00pm in C Block, which is accessed near the library. Please sign in and collect a map/guide at the entrance to the ... (click to read more)

27 Feb 2019

Year 12 Parents' Evenings - 12 March (ABCE) and 21 March (FGHL)

  Dear Parent/Carer, Re Year 12 Parents' Evenings: Tuesday 12 March (Houses ABCE) and Thursday 21 March (FGHL)   We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s Parents’ Evening.  For students in Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington, this will take place on Tuesday 12 March. For students in Ferrers, Gylby, Hastings and Loudoun, this will ... (click to read more)

18 Jan 2019

Year 13 Finance Evening for Students and Parents - 7 February 2019

Dear Year 13 parents/carers and students, STUDENT FINANCE EVENING – 7th FEBRUARY 2019 After all the excitement and pressure of completing the UCAS application, it is quite normal for both students and parents to feel a bit anxious about the financial implications of university. Common questions include: What will it cost? What finance is ... (click to read more)

13 Dec 2018

Year 12 Study Skills Session and Internal Assessment

Dear Parent/Carer, As part of the school’s enrichment programme, we strive to provide our students with the necessary tools and experiences to make them as successful as they can be.   We have arranged for the University of Nottingham to deliver a study skills workshop with all Year 12 students next term ... (click to read more)

07 Dec 2018

Important End of Term Information for Year 10 and 11

Dear Parent/Carer, As we approach the Christmas break, there are several important pieces of information that you need to be aware of. Year 11 Parents' Evening Houses: Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington - 24 January 2019  Houses: Gylby, Ferrers, Hastings and Loudoun - 31 January 2019 Year 10 Parents' Evening Houses: Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington - 9 ... (click to read more)

30 Nov 2018

Year 13 Mock Exams - January 2019

Dear Parents/ Carers,  Mock Examinations – Monday 7 January 2019 – Monday 14 January 2019 In January, we are undertaking formal mocks for Year 13 students. These are important examinations which will evaluate students' progress in their subjects. The examinations will start on Monday 7 January 2019 and run for six school days. Morning examinations ... (click to read more)

02 Nov 2018

'Into the Sixth Form' Evening for Year 11 Students and Parents

Dear Student and Parent/Carer, Over the next half term, you will be contemplating your future post-16 choices and will be making one of the most important decisions of your life so far. In order to help with your deliberations, you are invited to an 'Into the Sixth Form' open evening at Ashby ... (click to read more)

28 Sep 2018

Post-Sixth Form Information for Year 13 Parents

Dear Parent/Carer, As this important year progresses, we strive to provide all students with as many opportunities as possible to find the right path for them post Sixth Form.  I would like to share the following information with you regarding some upcoming dates and opportunities.   For a number of students, this ... (click to read more)

12 Sep 2018

Year 13 Parents' Evening - Thursday 27 September

Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 13 PARENTS’ EVENING – THURSDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2018 We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s Parents’ Evening. This will take place on Thursday 27 September 2018 from 5.30pm – 8.00pm in C Block. On the evening, there will be studentsand signage to point you in the right direction. It will help us ... (click to read more)

05 Sep 2018

Year 12 Parents' Information Evening

Dear Parents/Carers, I am pleased to welcome your son/daughter into Ashby School Sixth Form and sincerely hope they are settling in well and that they are enjoying their studies. I wish to inform you of two important events taking place in the near future. Thursday 13 September  – Year 12 Parents' Information Evening ... (click to read more)

12 Jun 2018

Year 12 - Post Sixth Form Preparation Day

Dear Parent/Carer, I write to inform you that Sixth Form will be running a Post Sixth Form Preparation day for all Year 12 students on Tuesday 3 July 2018. Students will therefore be off timetable but following a different schedule for that day.  Details will be provided to students over the ... (click to read more)

24 May 2018

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - What This Means for Ashby School

Dear Parent, The new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect from tomorrow, the 25th May 2018. This regulation also applies to schools. At Ashby School, we aim to provide opportunities for our students in improving their life chances. In order to achieve this, we need to work in partnership ... (click to read more)

02 May 2018

Year 12 Higher Education Evening

    Dear Parent/Carer   I would like to invite you and your son/daughter to attend our Higher Education Evening which will take place on Thursday 14 June 2018 in the Lecture Theatre at 7pm.   This forms part of our programme to provide information and advice for Year 12 students who intend to apply for ... (click to read more)

02 May 2018

Year 12 Higher Education Convention at Nottingham Trent University

  Dear Parent/Carer,                                                                                                ... (click to read more)

23 Apr 2018

Notification of Ofsted Inspection - Letter from Ofsted

Dear Parent or Carer, Inspection of Ashby School by Ofsted We have just told your child's school that we will inspect it on 24 April 2018. The lead inspector will be Chris Stevens, HMI. We are writing to you because we would like to know what you think about the school. ... (click to read more)

28 Feb 2018

Year 12 Examinations and Study Leave - April 2018

Dear Parent/Carer, Please note that Year 12 internal summer examinations will run from Monday 23 April to Monday 30 April inclusive.   Students will be on study leave during this time and must return to normal lessons on Tuesday 1 May. (Alternative dates cited previously or in other publications should be ignored).  Students will take examinations in all ... (click to read more)

21 Feb 2018

Year 12 Parents' Evenings - Thursday 8 March and Tuesday 13 March

Dear Parent/Carer,  YEAR 12 PARENTS’ EVENINGS: THURSDAY 8 MARCH (HOUSES A-E)  & TUESDAY 13 MARCH (HOUSES F-L) We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s parents’ evening.   For students in Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington, this will take place on Thursday 8 March. For students in Ferrers, Gylby, Hastings and Loudoun, this will take place on Tuesday ... (click to read more)

02 Feb 2018

Year 13 Parents' Evening - Thursday 1 March

Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 13 PARENTS’ EVENING – THURSDAY 1 MARCH 2018 We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s Parents’ Evening. This will take place on Thursday 1 March 2018 from 5.30pm – 8.00pm in C Block. Signs will be posted and students will be available to point you in the right direction. It ... (click to read more)

22 Jan 2018

Year 13 Student Finance Evening - Wednesday 7 February 2018

Dear Year 13 Parents/Carers and Students, STUDENT FINANCE EVENING – 7th FEBRUARY 2018 After all the excitement and pressure of completing a UCAS application, it is quite normal for both students and parents to suddenly feel a bit anxious about the finances.   Common questions include: What are the costs of university? What finance ... (click to read more)

17 Jan 2018

Year 13 Apprenticeship Workshop

Dear Parent/Carer, Apprenticeship Workshop  Project ASK, an organisation specialising in providing practical further education and careers advice are booked to come into school to run a practical workshop on how to find/apply for apprenticeships in the months ahead.  If your son/daughter is interested in seeking an apprenticeship when they finish school, this ... (click to read more)

15 Jan 2018

Headteacher's Resignation Statement to Parents

Dear Parent, I hope you had an enjoyable Christmas and I wish you a Happy New Year. I write to inform you that, after nearly 20 years as a Headteacher and 27 years working as a senior member of staff in secondary schools, I will be retiring at the end of ... (click to read more)

29 Nov 2017

Year 13 Mock Examinations - January 2018

Dear Parents,   Mock Examinations - Tuesday 9 January 2018 – Tuesday 16 January 2018   In January, we will be holding formal mocks for Year 13. These are important examinations and will evaluate student progress in their subjects.   The examinations will start on Tuesday 9 January 2018 and run for six school days; they will take place in subject option ... (click to read more)

17 Nov 2017

Year 12 - Study Skills and Mock Examinations

Dear Parent/Carer, As part of the school’s enrichment programme we strive to provide our students with the necessary tools and experiences to help them to be as successful as they can be.   We therefore have arranged for the University of Nottingham to deliver a study skills workshop with all Year ... (click to read more)

15 Nov 2017

Parent Governor Vacancies - Closing Date 24 November 2017

Dear Parent/Carer, There are two vacancies for parent governors to serve on the Governing Body of this school. We are very keen to encourage parents/carers of registered students to nominate themselves to fill this place. Parent governors are elected by other parents and are vital to our Governing Body. They ... (click to read more)

06 Nov 2017

Year 13 Important Dates - UCAS Deadline and Apprenticeship Workshops

Dear Parent/Carer,   As this important year progresses, we strive to provide all students with as many opportunities as possible to find the right path for them post Sixth Form.  I would like to share the following information with you regarding some upcoming dates and opportunities.   For a number of students, this ... (click to read more)

19 Oct 2017

Year 11 - 'Into the Sixth Form' Evening, Tuesday 21 November

Dear Student and Parent/Carer, Over the next half term, you will be contemplating your post-16 choices and will be making one of the most important decisions of your life so far.  In order to help with your deliberations, you are invited to an 'Into the Sixth Form' open evening at Ashby ... (click to read more)

18 Oct 2017

Year 12 and 13 - Career Choice Evening

Dear Parent/Carer, Re: Careers Evening - Wednesday 8 November 2017 The current academic year is a very important one for your son/daughter as they begin to think about their future options. It is our aim to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to make the correct personal decision regarding career ... (click to read more)

11 Oct 2017

Careers Choice Evening - Wednesday 8 November 2017

This year's Careers Choice Evening is aimed not only at Year 11 students but at those from all year groups who are looking for more advice and information on what to do next. Here's everything parents need to know about the evening:   Dear Parent/ Carer, CAREERS PROGRAMME 2017-2018 The current academic year will ... (click to read more)

15 Sep 2017

Sixth Form 16 - 19 Bursary Fund

Dear Parents/Carers, 16-19 BURSARY FUND – (Financial Assistance with costs of Post 16 study) The following information may help you to recognise whether your son/daughter would be eligible for financial support from the Bursary if they are joining our Sixth Form. Bursary A Available to:-  Young people in care/young people in receipt of Income ... (click to read more)

08 Sep 2017

Year 13 - Parents' Evening, September 2017

Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 13 PARENTS’ EVENING – TUESDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2017 We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s Parents’ Evening. This will take place on Tuesday 26 September 2017 from 5.30pm – 8.00pm in C Block. There will be signs around the school and students on hand to point you in ... (click to read more)

05 Sep 2017

Year 12 - Important Dates for September/ October 2017

Dear Parents/Carers, I am pleased to welcome your son/daughter into Ashby School Sixth Form and sincerely hope they are settling down well and that they are enjoying their studies. I wish to inform you of two important events taking place in the near future. 14 September – Year 12 Parents’ Information Evening ... (click to read more)

03 Jul 2017

Calculator Information - Summer 2017

Dear Parent/ Carer,  At Ashby School, we believe that students should bring a calculator with them to every maths lesson from the start of Year 10.  We really think that students who do this stand a better chance of success in their GCSE exams. Over the last few years, there have ... (click to read more)

16 Jun 2017

Induction Letter for Parents of Year 9 Students

Dear Parent/ Carer, As you will be aware, our Induction Days are Wednesday 5th, Thursday 6th and Friday 7th July.  The induction process allows students to meet their new form tutor, other members of their form and to sample core and option lessons.  A student induction guide and a parent booklet can ... (click to read more)

15 Jun 2017

Post-Sixth Form Preparation Day for All Year 12 Students

Dear Parent/Carer, I write to inform you that the Sixth Form will be running a Post Sixth Form preparation day for all Year 12 students on Monday 26 June 2017.  Students will therefore be off timetable but following a different schedule for that day.  Details will be provided to students over the ... (click to read more)

07 Jun 2017

Higher Education Evening for Year 12 Students

Dear Parent/ Carer, I would like to invite you and your son/daughter to attend our Higher Education Evening which will take place on Thursday 15 June 2017 in the Lecture Theatre at 7pm.  This forms part of our programme to provide information and advice for Year 12 students who intend to apply ... (click to read more)

19 May 2017

Sixth Form Induction - 27 June 2017

Dear Parents/Carers, Sixth Form Induction Day – Tuesday 27 June 2017 Letters regarding our Sixth Form Induction Day have been given to students via their form tutors.  If your child has been accepted into Sixth Form, but has not received a letter, it is because we have not received their yellow agreement ... (click to read more)

08 Mar 2017

Higher Education Convention for Year 12

Dear Parent/Carer, East Midlands Higher Education Convention 2017 at University of Loughborough It is time for our Year 12 students to begin researching, planning and very soon applying to universities. We believe that it is essential for students to take advantage of open days and taster courses that universities offer to get ... (click to read more)

10 Feb 2017

Apprenticeships Trip - Find Out More

Dear Parents/ Carers,                                                                         National Apprenticeship Event, ICC Birmingham - Wednesday 8 March 2017 Your son/daughter has the opportunity to ... (click to read more)

08 Feb 2017

Year 12 Parents' Evenings - 28 February and 9 March 2017

Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 12 PARENTS' EVENINGS TUES 28 FEBRUARY  (HOUSES ABCE)  & THURS 9 MARCH (HOUSES F GHL) We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s parents’ evening.  For students in Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington, this will take place on Tuesday 28 February. For students in Ferrers, Gylby, Hastings and Loudoun this ... (click to read more)

18 Jan 2017

Student Finance Letter - Year 13 Students

16th January 2017   Dear Year 13 Parents/Carers and Students, STUDENT FINANCE EVENING – 1 FEBRUARY 2017 After all the 'excitement' and pressure of completing the UCAS application, it is quite normal for both students and parents to suddenly feel a bit anxious.  A big concern that students and parents/carers certainly have is the ... (click to read more)

02 Dec 2016

Sixth Form Mock Exams (Year 13) - January 2017

Our Ref: MH/YL 1 December 2016   Dear Parents/ Carers,  Mock Examinations 4 - 10 January 2017 In January we are undertaking formal mocks. These are important examinations and will evaluate student progress in their subjects. The examinations will start on Wednesday 4 January and run for one week. For Year 13, these will take place in option columns. ... (click to read more)

02 Dec 2016

Sixth Form Mock Exams (Year 12) - January 2017

Our Ref: MH/YL 1st December 2016   Dear Parents/ Carers, Mock Examinations 4 - 10 January 2017 We are undertaking formal mock examinations in January. These are important examinations and will evaluate student progress in their subjects. The examinations will start on Wednesday 4 January and run for one week. For Year 12, these will take place in option columns. ... (click to read more)

16 Nov 2016

Year 13 Students - UCAS Deadline

Dear Parents/Carers, Many Year 13 students have already submitted their university applications through the UCAS system. However, a number are still outstanding.  The school's deadline is just over a fortnight away on Friday 2 December at 3.05pm; this ensures we have enough time to turn the application around and submit the reference before the Christmas break. Places are being ... (click to read more)

09 Nov 2016

'Into the Sixth Form' Evening

Dear Student and Parent/Carer, Over the next half term, you will be contemplating your future post-16 choices and will be making one of the most important decisions of your life so far.  In order to help you with your deliberations, you are invited to an 'Into the Sixth Form Open ... (click to read more)

24 Oct 2016

Year 10 Parents' Consultation Evening - Thursday 10 November 2016

Dear Parent/ Carer, Year 10 Parents’ Consultation Evening – Thursday 10 November 2016 As the parent/carer of a new Year 10 student, you are invited to our parents’ consultation evening to meet your child’s form tutor. The 15-minute meeting is an opportunity to discuss how well your son/daughter has settled into life ... (click to read more)

05 Oct 2016

Careers Evening 2016

Dear Parent/Carer, CAREERS PROGRAMME 2016-17 The current academic year is a very important one for your son/daughter; he/she will sit GCSE examinations and must make a decision about their post-16 options. It is our aim to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to make the correct personal decision regarding career ... (click to read more)

14 Sep 2016

Year 13 Parents' Evening

September 2016 Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 13 PARENTS’ EVENING – TUESDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2016 We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s final parents’ evening. This will take place on Tuesday 27 September 2016 from 5.30pm – 8.00pm in C Block. There will be signs around school and students on hand to point you in the ... (click to read more)

09 Sep 2016

Message from the Head - Exam Performance

Dear Parents/ Carers, As we begin the new academic year, I thought you may be interested to know the picture with regard to examination results. This is a year of signicant changes to the way in which results are reported and it is also the first year where, for some subjects, ... (click to read more)

05 Sep 2016

Important Dates for New Year 12 Students

Dear Parents/Carers, I am pleased to welcome your son/daughter into Ashby School Sixth Form and sincerely hope they are settling in well and that they are enjoying their studies. I wish to inform you of two important events taking place in the near future. 15 September – Year 12 Parents' Information Evening - Year 12 ... (click to read more)

31 Aug 2016

Uniform Guidance - Clarification on Footwear

Dear Parent/ Carer, I would like to thank you for following the uniform guidance. The vast majority of the students look very smart and are a credit to the school. We are aware that there has been some confusion regarding footwear. Our preference is that students are in smart formal traditional ... (click to read more)

01 Jul 2016

Kayleigh Haywood Special Film Screening - Letter to Parents from Leicestershire Police

July 2016   Dear Parent/ Carer, Following the tragic death of Measham schoolgirl Kayleigh Haywood, Leicestershire Police has made a film about the last few weeks of her life to raise awareness amongst children of the dangers of online grooming. The film has been made in liaison with Kayleigh’s family who are keen ... (click to read more)

10 Jun 2016

Year 12 - Change to Timetable/ Uniform Guidelines

Dear Parent/Carer, I hope your child’s examinations have gone well. It is now time to turn our attention to the start of the A level course. I am writing to inform you that, when Year 12 return on 13 June, we will be adjusting the order of morning registration and periods 1 ... (click to read more)

08 Jun 2016

Higher Education Evening for Year 12 Students and Parents

6 June 2016   Dear Parent/ Carer,  I would like to invite you and your son/daughter to attend our Higher Education Evening which will take place on Thursday 16 June 2016 in the Lecture Theatre at 7pm.  This forms part of our programme to provide information and advice for Year 12 students who intend ... (click to read more)

08 Jun 2016

Year 10 Internal Examinations - Summer 2016

8 June 2016   Dear Parent/Carer, From 20 June until the 1 July, Year 10 students will be taking internal examinations which are set by their subject teachers. These will be GCSE type questions with the aim of familiarising students with the style of questioning and environment in preparation for their summer exams in 2017. Several ... (click to read more)

24 Mar 2016

School Transport Changes

Dear Parent/Carer, The County Council has determined that with effect from September 2017 the currently 'frozen' transport status given to Ashby School will be removed. This is a direct result of the age range change at Castle Donington Community College. The effect of this is that students currently living in the Ashby ... (click to read more)

04 Mar 2016

Year 10 Parents' Evening - 15 and 22 March

Dear Parent/ Carer, We would like to invite you to your son/ daughter's Year 10 parents' evening. For students in Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington (ABCE), this will take place on Tuesday 15 March. For students in Ferrers, Gylby, Hastings and Loudoun (FGHL), this will be Tuesday 22 March. Both evenings run ... (click to read more)

03 Feb 2016

Year 12 parents' evenings

2 February 2016   Our Ref: MH/SMB   Dear Parent/Carer, YEAR 12 PARENTS' EVENINGS THURSDAY 25 FEB  (HOUSES A – E)  & TUESDAY 1 MARCH (HOUSES F – L) We are pleased to invite you to your son/daughter’s parents' evening.  For students in Ashe, Bullen, Crewe and Erdington, this will take place on Thursday 25 February. For students in Ferrers, Gylby, Hastings and Loudoun, ... (click to read more)

15 Jan 2016

Student Finance Evening - Thursday 4 February 2016

Our Ref: MH/SMB   Dear Year 13 Parents/Carers and Students, STUDENT FINANCE EVENING - 4 FEBRUARY 2016 After all the 'excitement' and pressure of completing the UCAS application, it is quite normal for both students and parents to suddenly feel a bit anxious.  A big concern that students and parents/carers certainly have is the one ... (click to read more)