Inset!
Tuesday 10th November was a training day for all staff. We started in the morning with a session around the Prevent Agenda; helping staff to understand the issues and considering how to engage students in discussions regarding the sensitive issues of radicalisation and involvement in extreme groups and their activities. All of this work is underpinned by our focus on fundamental British Values, which are mirrored in the Winston Way.
11.00am on the 11th Day of the 11th Month
Mr Drake played the last post at 10.57am, on Tuesday 11th November and students then stood in silence to honour the sacrifice made by so many men and women, during conflicts around the world.
At Wellington Again!
This time students were able to participate in an Oxbridge event on Tuesday 10th November, Inset day, accompanied by Mrs Colloff.
The students really enjoyed the experience and found it quite
inspiring. None of them realised that over 50% of under graduates starting at
Oxford or Cambridge this year came from state schools, so they feel that it is not
something that is out of their grasp. Certainly gave them food for thought; it would have been great to have taken more students but spaces are limited, however, there are other opportunities provided both in school and beyond which reach the wider audience, including the visits we have been fortunate to have from the Master of St Peter's College, Oxford, Mark Damazer.
Diversity
This has been our assembly theme this week, led by Mr Mcleish and has raised awareness of and celebrated the diversity in our country, community and school. Students were given the opportunity to reflect on how the increased diversity of cultures in our country, has enriched our experience.
Year 7 Parents in Maths Lessons
Being a parent is hard work and it can be very challenging when you are faced with homework! The Maths Department are running sessions to help parents understand how we teach maths at Winston. Sadly only a few parents joined us on Thursday evening, however, those that did enjoyed an informative, fun session. We hope to see many more parents next time.
