A reminder that from tomorrow, Tuesday 12th September, it will be compulsory for all students to wear their blazers. A list of our full uniform policy can be found here
Due to the forecasted high temperatures, blazers will be optional on Monday 11th September. All other uniform items, including ties, will be required.
Blazers will be compulsory as per the uniform policy from Tuesday 12th September as temperatures are due to return to the seasonal norm.
10/09/2023
As the first week draws to a close, we'd like to thank everyone for helping us enable such a smooth start to the term and for the students for embracing the changes so quickly. I would also like to thank parents personally for their messages of support - it really is appreciated.
Mr Whales
08/09/2023
Dear Parent/Carer of students in Year 10
Year 10 Virtual Progress Evening Booking - Now open
The booking system for Year 10 Virtual Progress evening, being held on Wednesday 13th September 2023 is now open.
As this is a short turnaround for the start of the school year, if you wish to attend please book appointments as soon as possible.
We are also offering appointments with our SENCO if required, this will appear as a separate evening on the booking system (Same day) - If you wish to book appointments please choose this option
https://kscs.schoolcloud.co.uk
If you are unable to attend, please logon to the system and mark as "Not attending" to avoid reminder emails.
Message from Mr I Housley, Head of Year 10
A huge welcome to you parents and carers, my name is Ian Housley and I am Head of Year 10 at KSA. I would like to take this opportunity to say how much I am looking forward to working with Year 10 and also with each and everyone of you over the next 2 years.
The Year 10 progress evening will give you the opportunity to discuss progress from last academic year where students began the foundation work of their GCSE or BTEC courses. More importantly however, you will also be able to discuss with subject staff what students need to do in order to meet or exceed their target grades.
This is a key evening which we would encourage all parents and carers of Year 10 to attend virtually. Together in partnership we can support and guide our students to give them the best chance of academic success.
We look forward to seeing you next Wednesday.
08/09/2023 | Read more
Please see the link below for a letter from the Headteacher, Mr D Whales
https://www.kscs.org.uk/7th-september-2023-headteacher-letter-parents-and-carers
The letter can also be found via our letters home page
07/09/2023 | Read more
Please see our letters home page for a message from Mr M Sandeman, CEO of The Four Cs Trust confirming that no Trust schools are affected by the current national situation regarding RAAC in schools.
https://www.kscs.org.uk/4th-september-2023-raac-message-trust-ceo
06/09/2023
We've got a busy month ahead at Ken Stimpson, some dates to note for your diary:
Wednesday 13th September - Year 10 Virtual Parents Evening "Look Ahead" - more details will be emailed to parents/carers this week to enable you to book on this evening
Wednesday 20th September - Year 11 Face-to-Face Parental Guidance Evening - more details about this evening will be shared with parents/carers soon
Wednesday 27th September - Years 5 & 6 Prospective Parents Evening - we're looking forward to inviting year 5 and 6 parents/carers and students into our school to have a look around and meet with our students and staff. More details about this will be shared over the coming weeks so please keep an eye on our social media channels and website!
06/09/2023
Due to the forecasted high temperatures this week, blazers will be optional. All other uniform, including ties, must be worn. This advice will be reviewed for next week and further clarification communicated.
04/09/2023
We are looking forward to welcoming back our students this week! To confirm:
Tuesday 5th September – open to some students (Y7, Y11 & P16 only)
- Year 7 - transition day (half day) – 8.40am – 12.30pm (main gate opens at 8.30am)
- Year 11 and P16 Full day: 8.40am to 3.15pm (main gate opens at 8.30am)
- Closed to Years 8, 9 and 10
Wednesday 6th September
- School opens to all year groups (8.40am to 3.15pm)
- All year groups through the main gate from 8.30am
- Students should be in school by 8.40am
On Thursday we emailed parents/carers with a letter from our Headteacher giving more key information, you can also see this online here
04/09/2023 | Read more
GCSE results day is a huge moment in every student's educational journey. For this cohort they have experienced so many challenges from the pandemic, to home schooling and virtual lessons. This year's adjustment to the grade boundaries, the final challenge for them.
Despite these difficulties, this morning there was a real sense of pride and achievement. Our students have secured some remarkable results and now progress onto the next exciting stage in their lives.
The grade on that exam slip marks the end of this chapter, but immediately opens a new one. That means opportunities in whichever direction you take. For those of you returning, we can't wait to welcome you back. If your choices take you in a different direction, we wish you every success for the future.
Ultimately we are so proud of all you. Thank you for all your hard work and for the positive impact you have had on our school.
Damien Whales
Headteacher
Ken Stimpson Community School 2023 high achievers:
- Amelia Demkiewicz (x4 Grade 9, x3 Grade 8, x3 Grade 7, x1 Grade 6)
- Alisha Mazumder (x2 Grade 9, x2 Grade 8, x1 L2Dist*, x2 Grade 7, x2 Grade 6)
- Finley Eze (x2 Grade 9, x2 Grade 7, x5 Grade 6, x1 Grade 5)
- Emily Barfield (x4 Grade 8, x1 Grade 7, x3 L2Dist, x1 Grade 6)
- Alice Sawka (x1 Grade 9, x3 Grade 7, x4 Grade 6, x1 Grade 5, x1 L2Merit)
- Paige Pitney-Baxter (x1 Grade 8, x2 Grade 7, x1 L2Dist, x6 Grade 6)
- Jamie Johnson (x2 Grade 8, x3 Grade 7, x1 Grade 6, x2 Grade 5, x2 Grade 4)
24/08/2023