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    Everyone Every Lesson Every Opportunity

    Caroline Chisholm is an oversubscribed, academically successful all-through school that strives to develop young people into ambitious, highly successful, happy and resilient young adults.  We make learning enjoyable from reception year right up to the sixth form.  We provide a challenging academic curriculum, coupled with a very supportive pastoral system that values the strengths and talents of the individual student.

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    A school for the future

    Caroline Chisholm School was the UK’s first purpose built all-through school which opened in state-of-the-art facilities in 2004. The school is a dynamic, successful and highly over-subscribed academy with over 2000 students on roll, of which 420 pupils are in the primary phase and around 300 students in the Sixth form. Our facilities include an extensive Design & Technology department which includes a wood workshop, textile and state of the art cookery rooms, and an electronics studio, IT suites, a bespoke visual art area and gallery and a sixth form centre.

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  • News
    28 November 202424/11/28 15:08:47

    Summer 2024 GCSE and A Level Certificate collection

    Dear students,If you sat your GCSE or A Levels at Caroline Chisholm School in Summer 2024, you will be able to colle...

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  • News
    22 August 202424/08/22 14:44:16

    2024 GCSE Results

    Caroline Chisholm students celebrate pleasing GCSE resultsPrincipal of Caroline Chisholm School, Mr David James, sha...

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  • News
    15 August 202424/08/15 15:14:33

    A-level Results

    Year 13 students at Caroline Chisholm School gathered this morning to share in the excitement of A-level results day wit...

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  • News
    19 July 202424/07/19 08:39:06

    HPL Newsletter

    Our High Performance Learning student ambassadors are excited to share the achievements of the past year. Spanning from...

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  • News
    12 June 202424/06/12 12:46:43

    Cadets commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day

    Last Thursday, some of our cadet contingent took part in a parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The even...

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  • News
    25 April 202424/04/25 13:26:03

    An inspiring assembly with alumnus - Henry Dunn

    It was an absolute pleasure to welcome back CCS alumnus Henry Dunn to school this week. Henry delivered an assembly to s...

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  • News
    14 March 202424/03/14 15:32:09

    Science Festival - Winners announced

    On Tuesday, we hosted our Science Festival in celebration of British Science Week. The event, which welcomed students fr...

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    15 January 202525/01/15 16:45:11

    We can't wait to see many of you tomorrow! If you haven't secured your spot yet, there's very limited space remainingso don't miss out! If we're fully booked, you're still welcome to join us for a tour of the school. https://CCS-SixthFormOpenEvening-2025.eventbrite.co.uk Our amazing students and staff will be opening their classrooms to showcase their departments and share insights into their Sixth Form experience. Come along and discover what makes our school so special. A friendly reminder: If you live within walking distance of the school and are able, please consider walking to help free up parking spaces for others. #SixthFormExperience #OpenEvening #DiscoverOurSchool

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    15 January 202525/01/15 15:20:03

    Our final day of term ended on a high note with a fantastic High Performance Learning (HPL) drop-down day! Primary and Key Stage 3 students teamed up to explore the concept of culture through thought-provoking discussions and creative activities. Together, they reflected on questions such as: What is culture? How do we express our culture? How does culture shape our identity, and can that identity change over time? Students chose up to 3 different cultures and collaborated to create PowerPoint presentations showcasing their reflections and ideas, sparking fantastic conversations and some truly beautiful designs. A wonderful way to finish the term!

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    15 January 202525/01/15 15:16:05

    Before the break, Term 2 wrapped up with an exciting Primary House reward trip to the Silverstone Museum! Students were nominated by their class teachers for demonstrating empathy and hard work throughout the term. During the trip, they explored the museum, experienced a guided tour of the circuit, walked along the iconic F1 track, strolled through the pit lane, and even had a celebratory moment on the podium! A fantastic experience for all!

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    8 January 202525/01/08 10:41:42

    If you're still undecided and would like to explore our Outstanding Foundation Stage before the deadline, we have limited spots available for a tour this Friday, 10th January, from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Secure your place now: https://FoundationStage-2025-DaytimeTours.eventbrite.co.uk The deadline for applications for Reception places for September 2025 is midnight on 15 January 2025. Please visit West Northamptonshire Council website to apply for a school place: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/primary-school-places/apply-primary-school-place Applications received after this deadline will be considered "late" applications and will not be processed until after National Offer Day (16 April 2025) which may affect your chances of getting a place at your preferred school.

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    20 December 202424/12/20 11:18:45

    On Wednesday, our primary students enjoyed a fantastic Christmas lunch! A huge thank you to Chartwells for delivering a delicious meal and to MITIE for donating the Christmas crackers, which brought plenty of laughs, jokes and crowns to share with friends. The dining hall was buzzing with joy as the children celebrated together, making this a truly memorable day. We're so grateful to everyone who helped make this festive time so special!

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    20 December 202424/12/20 11:04:42

    We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to @tmdfoundation - The McCarthy Dixon Foundation for their incredibly generous donation of food parcels and Christmas presents to give to some of our more disadvantaged families. Your kindness has made a significant impact, bringing joy and comfort to many families during this festive season and will undoubtedly help brighten the Christmas holiday for those who need it most. Your support reflects the true spirit of giving, and we are deeply appreciative of your continued commitment to making a positive difference in our community. https://www.facebook.com/TheMcCarthyDixonFoundation https://www.instagram.com/tmdfoundation/

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    18 December 202424/12/18 14:10:14

    Our A-Level Chemistry students have been busy conducting a required practical as part of their course, focusing on oxidising ethanol to ethanoic acid. Students heated the ethanol and oxidising agent under reflux to produce the acid and then used a variety of tests to confirm the identity. This hands-on experiment allowed students to refine their practical skills, deepen their understanding of organic reactions, and build confidence working with advanced laboratory techniques. #ALevelChemistry

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    15 January 202525/01/15 16:45:10

    We can't wait to see many of you tomorrow! If you haven't secured your spot yet, there's very limited space remainingso don't miss out! If we're fully booked, you're still welcome to join us for a tour of the school. https://CCS-SixthFormOpenEvening-2025.eventbrite.co.uk Our amazing students and staff will be opening their classrooms to showcase their departments and share insights into their Sixth Form experience. Come along and discover what makes our school so special! A friendly reminder: If you live within walking distance of the school and are able, please consider walking to help free up parking spaces for others. #SixthFormExperience #OpenEvening #DiscoverOurSchool

  • Facebook
    15 January 202525/01/15 15:04:16

    Before the break, Term 2 wrapped up with an exciting Primary House reward trip to the Silverstone Museum! Students were nominated by their class teachers for demonstrating empathy and hard work throughout the term. During the trip, they explored the museum, experienced a guided tour of the circuit, walked along the iconic F1 track, strolled through the pit lane, and even had a celebratory moment on the podium! A fantastic experience for all!

  • Facebook
    10 January 202525/01/10 15:22:36

    Our final day of term ended on a high note with a fantastic High Performance Learning (HPL) drop-down day! Primary and Key Stage 3 students teamed up to explore the concept of culture through thought-provoking discussions and creative activities. Together, they reflected on questions such as: What is culture? How do we express our culture? How does culture shape our identity, and can that identity change over time? Students chose up to 3 different cultures and collaborated to create PowerPoint presentations showcasing their reflections and ideas, sparking fantastic conversations and some truly beautiful designs. A wonderful way to finish the term!

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    8 January 202525/01/08 13:40:10

    If any Year 6, Year 7, or Year 8 students are looking to get involved in cricket - check out this upcoming event.

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    8 January 202525/01/08 10:41:40

    If you're still undecided and would like to explore our Outstanding Foundation Stage before the deadline, we have limited spots available for a tour this Friday, 10th January, from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Secure your place now: https://FoundationStage-2025-DaytimeTours.eventbrite.co.uk The deadline for applications for Reception places for September 2025 is midnight on 15 January 2025. Please visit West Northamptonshire Council website to apply for a school place: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/primary-school-places/apply-primary-school-place Applications received after this deadline will be considered "late" applications and will not be processed until after National Offer Day (16 April 2025) which may affect your chances of getting a place at your preferred school.

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    20 December 202424/12/20 11:15:23

    On Wednesday, our primary students enjoyed a fantastic Christmas lunch! A huge thank you to Chartwells for delivering a delicious meal and to MITIE for donating the Christmas crackers, which brought plenty of laughs, jokes and crowns to share with friends. The dining hall was buzzing with joy as the children celebrated together, making this a truly memorable day. We're so grateful to everyone who helped make this festive time so special!

  • Facebook
    20 December 202424/12/20 11:04:39

    We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to @tmdfoundation - The McCarthy Dixon Foundation for their incredibly generous donation of food parcels and Christmas presents to give to some of our more disadvantaged families. Your kindness has made a significant impact, bringing joy and comfort to many families during this festive season and will undoubtedly help brighten the Christmas holiday for those who need it most. Your support reflects the true spirit of giving, and we are deeply appreciative of your continued commitment to making a positive difference in our community. https://www.facebook.com/TheMcCarthyDixonFoundation https://www.instagram.com/tmdfoundation/

    • “Pupils are well supported for their next steps in education and training. Opportunities for extra-curricular activity are highly regarded. These include a wide range of sports, dance, drama and visual arts."

      Ofsted, 2020

    • “Every teacher I have is incredibly passionate in the subject they teach. We engage with them, because they engage us. They want to be with us in the classroom.”

      CCS Sixth Form Student

Our Alumni

At Caroline Chisholm School we are very proud of our Alumni. Our students go on to achieve in a wide range of fields and often say that the work ethic, social skills and confidence they develop during their time with us has helped them in their careers.

We always enjoy hearing from our Alumni and If you recently finished with us in the last 5 years, we'd love to hear how you're getting on!

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