Byrchall High School

This morning, our headteacher, Mr Paul invited a group of our talented Year 7 students for hot chocolate and pastries to celebrate their fantastic achievements, both inside and outside school. We're so proud of your achievements and can't wait to see what you'll accomplish next.

5 DAYS TO GO: Who will you meet? Our Careers Fair is getting closer! With businesses and colleges joining us, there’s plenty to explore. Which visitor are you most interested in speaking to and why? Start thinking about your first stop!

In the Words of Ofsted… “Pupils understand the importance of treating others with kindness and practise this in their day-to-day lives. Pupils are safe. This helps them to feel comfortable at school and encourages regular attendance.” Full report: byrchall.wigan.sch.uk/ofsted

Please be advised that, due to a nationwide Microsoft outage, we are currently unable to send or receive emails or Synergy messages. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and will provide an update once services have been restored.

In the Words of Ofsted... “Leaders bring the community together.” From clubs and activities to trips and new experiences. A huge thank you to our dedicated staff and wider school community for making these opportunities possible. Full report: byrchall.wigan.sch.uk/ofsted

As part of our partnership with The Lowry, 35 Y7 & 8 students worked with artist Nicola to explore Remembrance through art. Inspired by three war poems, they created powerful artwork, which will be exhibited in school throughout November. We're so proud of their creativity!

Today, students from uniformed organisations joined Mr Paul for a special Remembrance Day gathering. Wearing their uniforms, they shared stories and reflections before observing a minute's silence to honour those who served and sacrificed. Lest we forget.

Last night, our students went to the Palace Theatre in Manchester for a purr-fectly magical performance of CATS the Musical! From the spectacular choreography and incredible costumes to the unforgettable music, it was certainly a night worthy of the Jellicle Ball!

Following feedback from our Parent Group, we're sharing two School Synergy tips each week this half term! First up: Did you know your child's dashboard shows achievements, attendance and key school information in one place? Open the Parent App, select Linked Children!

The 7-day countdown to our Careers Fair is on! This week, our Personal Growth sessions will help students prepare to make the most of next week’s exciting event. We’ll explore who’s coming, plan questions to ask and think about the SMART choices we can make for our future.

THINK YOU'RE "NOT THAT LATE"? THINK AGAIN! Being on time means more learning, less stress and building habits that matter beyond school. Colleges and employers value reliability and responsibility. Don't let a few minutes hold you back! BE ON TIME. MAKE EVERY MINUTE COUNT.

Anti-Bullying Week 2026 starts next week, and we're kicking off with Odd Socks Day on Monday 16 November! Students and staff are invited to wear their brightest or most mismatched socks with their usual uniform. Let's celebrate our differences and show that everyone belongs!

In the Words of Ofsted… “Parents and carers are proud to belong to the school community.” We're so grateful for the trust and support! Thank you for being part of our Byrchall community! Read the full 2026 report: byrchall.wigan.sch.uk/ofsted

100km. 100 Years. One Club. One Future! Year 9 student Charlie is running 100km this November to mark Spring View Cricket & Bowling Club's centenary @SVCC_11 , raising funds for future generations. We're so proud of you, Charlie! Support him: justgiving.com/crowdfunding/…

Miss Dowd's form, 7T2, have started collecting gifts for a teenage girl as part of Dunelm's Christmas gift bag initiative. Each Year 7 form has a bag to fill. Thanks to Mr Smethurst and Mr Powell for collecting the gift tags. What a lovely way to start the Christmas half term!

We're incredibly proud to share some highlights from our 2026 Ofsted report! Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey and made Byrchall special. We'll be sharing more quotes over the coming days, so stay tuned! Read the full report: byrchall.wigan.sch.uk/ofsted

CAREER OF THE WEEK: POLICE OFFICER Police officers protect communities, investigate crime and support people in difficult situations. Students: Would you enjoy a career where every day is different? Parents: Discuss the communication, resilience and judgement this role requires.

This morning, our Year 11 students came together for a special Remembrance Day session. Through shared stories, poetry and historical reflection, we honoured those who served and sacrificed, and reflected on the importance of remembrance. Lest We Forget.

Calling all music lovers and creative minds! Our Music Tech Club starts 12 Nov and runs every Thursday, 3–4pm in Room 1-05. Open to all year groups. Expect music production, live sound and film sound effects. Sign up on Synergy or speak to Miss Speakman to join. See you there!

Calling all Year 10 and 11 students and families! Explore the apprenticeship recruitment process in an Amazing Apprenticeships webinar, featuring insights from Tess Clegg, Emerging Talent Lead at the Met Office and BBC. Scan the QR code on the poster to register!