A Huge Thank You to @tmdfoundation – The McCarthy Dixon Foundation! This week, several of our Year 12 students volunteered their time to help collect generous food parcel donations from The McCarthy Dixon Foundation. These parcels will go towards supporting some of our more disadvantaged families over the half term. We're incredibly grateful for this continued kindness and community spirit your support is truly making a difference. Thank you for all that you do! Want to learn more about their amazing work? Facebook: The McCarthy Dixon Foundation Instagram: @tmdfoundation #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #MakingADifference #tmdfoundation

County Champions! What a fantastic performance from our Year 11 boys' football team as they secured an impressive 6-2 win against Abbeyfield to become County Champions! The boys played with great skill, determination and teamwork throughout the match. "I am incredibly proud of each and every one of them – a brilliant result and a performance to remember! Well done, team!" – Mr Joe Rich, Faculty Leader of PE

An Unforgettable Experience with Voices of the Holocaust On Monday, Cate Hollis and her incredible team from Voices of the Holocaust delivered a powerful and deeply moving performance of Kindness: The Legacy of the Holocaustthe true story of Susan Pollack's survival. Selected students from Years 11, 12, and 13 witnessed this harrowing yet inspiring performance, brought to life with a professional touring set, outstanding acting and immersive lighting and sound. The emotional impact was profound, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended. Following the performance, students engaged in a thought-provoking Q&A session, asking insightful questions about the testimony, artistic choices, and acting process. Their maturity and engagement were truly commendablea credit to our school community. We are incredibly grateful to Voices of the Holocaust for this experience and hope to welcome them back in the future so more students can connect with survivor testimony in such a meaningful way. #VoicesOfTheHolocaust

Community event! Don't miss out! Get Ready to Run, Walk & Dance Through a Splash of Colour and help us raise much needed funds for Teenage Cancer Trust! Join us for Caroline Chisholm School's first-ever Charity Colour Run on Saturday, 24th May 2025 – a vibrant, fun-filled event for all ages! This isn't just a run – it's an experience! Whether you sprint, stroll or groove your way through the course, you'll be showered in bursts of colour! All proceeds go to Teenage Cancer Trust, supporting young people bravely battling cancer. Event Details: Check-in: 9:30 AM Event starts: 10:00 AM Location: Caroline Chisholm School Gather your family, friends, and community spirit – let's come together for a day of colour, fun, and fundraising! Sign up now: https://CCS-ColourRun.eventbrite.co.uk For any questions, contact us at marketingteam@ccs.northants.sch.uk

This year's Science Festival saw an incredible turnout, with over 290 students across nearly 80 groups showcasing their passion for science. Schools including Woodland View Primary, Wootton Primary and Caroline Chisholm School (Primary & Secondary) took part in the exciting event. A panel of judges, including industry professionals and student leaders, praised the creativity, innovation and hard work of all participants. Parents and attendees were inspired by the enthusiasm and depth of knowledge displayed by the young scientists. Congratulations to our Winners! Year 5 & Year 6 Category: 1st Place: Cloud Chamber Showing Alpha Particles - Sebastian Hawkins (Woodland View Primary School) 2nd Place: Germs Project (5-Second Rule & Mould on Bread) – Harrison Phillips (CCS) 3rd Place: AI Project - Ridhima Shah and Athmika Jeyakanth (Wootton Primary School) Year 7 & Year 8 Category: 1st Place: RF Radio – Samrah Yousuf, Sophie Waller, Ethel Davis, Trisha Veeranki 2nd Place: Mag-Lev Trains – Emily Buckley, Maci Grimbley, Aadya Vuppala, Scarlett Warnes 3rd Place: 3D Printed Physics Models and Principles - Cristiyan Dimitrov, Raymond Lew, Cooper Miller Mrs. Hodgson, Assistant Principal – Science, shared: "The festival is an incredible opportunity for students to showcase their curiosity and creativity. Events like these inspire the next generation of scientists, and I am so proud of all who took part." A huge well done to all participants and a massive thank you to our teachers, mentors, and volunteers who made this event possible. We can't wait for next year's festival! #CCSScienceFestival

On Saturday, our Year 3 and 4 Strictly Dancing team took the stage at the Dancing Schools UK competition, competing against nine other schoolsand they danced their way to FIRST PLACE! Their fantastic performance impressed the judges and showcased their hard work, talent, and teamwork. This incredible victory has secured them a spot in the Grand Finals, where they will compete against top schools from Oxford, Milton Keynes, and Northampton. We are so proud of our dancers and can't wait to cheer them on in the finals!

We are very excited as our first ever Cultural Day is next week, Friday 4 April. In anticipation of the event, we have lots of information to share. This event will be a fantastic opportunity for students to celebrate and learn about the diverse cultures within our school community. Please watch the video to learn more from our brilliant Sixth Formers!

Our first ever Colour Run will be taking place in just a months' time, and we'd love you to be part of this special event! Join us for a fun-filled day where you can run, walk, or dance through a rainbow of colours, with all net proceeds raised donated to the wonderful cause of Teenage Cancer Trust. Why not bring along your friends and family to mark the start of the May half term and get ready to be splashed with vibrant hues from head to toe! Early bird pricing is available until 5th May, so be sure to grab your tickets as soon as possible to unlock the discounted rate.

National Offer Day - Primary school places We look forward to welcoming our brand-new cohort of children who will be joining Foundation Stage in September 2025 - we hope that you and your little one are looking forward to the beginning of their exciting school journey. Parents and carers can expect to hear from us via email when we return after the Easter break. Please check the email address used for your school application, including your junk/spam folder, to ensure you don't miss any important updates.

A Huge Thank You to @tmdfoundation – The McCarthy Dixon Foundation! This week, several of our Year 12 students volunteered their time to help collect generous food parcel donations from The McCarthy Dixon Foundation. These parcels will go towards supporting some of our more disadvantaged families over the half term. We're incredibly grateful for this continued kindness and community spirit your support is truly making a difference. Thank you for all that you do! Want to learn more about their amazing work? Facebook: The McCarthy Dixon Foundation Instagram: @tmdfoundation #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #MakingADifference #tmdfoundation

County Champions! What a fantastic performance from our Year 11 boys' football team as they secured an impressive 6-2 win against Abbeyfield to become County Champions! The boys played with great skill, determination and teamwork throughout the match. "I am incredibly proud of each and every one of them – a brilliant result and a performance to remember! Well done, team!" – Mr Joe Rich, Faculty Leader of PE

An Unforgettable Experience with Voices of the Holocaust On Monday, Cate Hollis and her incredible team from Voices of the Holocaust delivered a powerful and deeply moving performance of Kindness: The Legacy of the Holocaustthe true story of Susan Pollack's survival. Selected students from Years 11, 12, and 13 witnessed this harrowing yet inspiring performance, brought to life with a professional touring set, outstanding acting and immersive lighting and sound. The emotional impact was profound, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended. Following the performance, students engaged in a thought-provoking Q&A session, asking insightful questions about the testimony, artistic choices, and acting process. Their maturity and engagement were truly commendablea credit to our school community. We are incredibly grateful to Voices of the Holocaust for this experience and hope to welcome them back in the future so more students can connect with survivor testimony in such a meaningful way. #VoicesOfTheHolocaust

A great round up of places where kids eat free over the Easter holidays!