Students at The Radclyffe School can access unrivalled facilities for sports and PE, with an emphasis on inclusion and making sure everyone gets the most from both lessons and opportunities for extra-curricular sports. Five years ago our approach was recognised with the award of the School Games Platinum Award. We are delighted to announce that we have retained the award for the current year. The School Games Mark is a Government-led project launched in 2012, organised by the Youth Sport … [Read more...]

We said, “Donate what you can, take what you need.” You have responded brilliantly -  a huge thank you to everyone who has let us find a new home for their blazers, ties, shirts, skirts and trousers. We’ve also collected a supply of PE kit for boys and girls. So far we have been given more than 100 items of clothing, all of which have been cleaned and ironed ready for reuse. We are all facing increasing financial pressures at the moment, so it makes sense to get the best use out of all items … [Read more...]

As an important milestone in preparing students for life beyond school, 167 of our Year 10 students spent a week this term completing a work experience placement. This is three times the number of students we have had out on work experience than in previous years, and the students did exceptionally well in a broad choice of job roles and businesses. Some students had a firm idea of where they wanted to work and the experience they wished to gain, others found the time a useful introduction to … [Read more...]

How well could you memorise and then perform a favourite poem? This challenge was faced by all the students in Year 7 as the term came to an end, with the long-awaited return of the ‘Poetry by Heart’ competition. The Grand Final of the contest took place in the Library, with two representatives from each of 11 classes. Following class heats these students were nominated as a result of their performance. Ahead of the event teachers in the English faculty held a special workshop for the … [Read more...]

It was an exciting time to visit the Houses of Parliament for a team of students this month. As Westminster buzzes with ministerial resignations, leadership elections and talk of government changes, the students gained a first hand look at how Parliament works. Beginning at Buckingham Palace, the group were allowed access to Downing Street to see the homes of the Prime Minister, and the Chancellor of the Exchequer next door. No sign on the day of senior members of the Government, busy with … [Read more...]

A buzz of election fever surrounded the school as the end of term approached, as we sought to appoint our new Student Leadership Team for 2022-23. Following the appointment last month of our Prefects, nineteen students have put themselves forward, and after a vote of students and staff, the process reached its conclusion with the students interviewed by Headteacher Mr Cregg and other members of staff. Student Leadership Team has now officially taken up its duties in school. Congratulations … [Read more...]

Dear parent/carer of Year 11 leaver, Positive Steps will be offering a drop in session every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon at Medtia Place (next to Sainsburys) in Oldham Town Centre. This is an opportunity for your child to check in with an adviser and discuss their plans and transition. In addition to this, your child will be able to access support to look for summer jobs, start a CV and can even sign up for a customer service AQA Qualification to enhance their CV. Please see the image … [Read more...]