Keeping You Informed
Here are the latest updates from Byrchall High School
NEU Strike Action: February 1st 2023
Byrchall High School won't be affected by strike action on February 1st. Read more in the letter from the Headteacher below:
26/01/2022: Letter to Parents and Carers from Professor Kate Ardern
(Director of Public Health)
4/01/2022: Start of Term Letter to Parents and Carers
16/12/21: Letter from Prof. Kate Arden, Director of Public Health for Wigan Council
We have received the letter below from Prof. Kate Arden, who is Director of Public Health for Wigan Council. Please read it carefully to guide us all safely through the Christmas period. If your child does receive a positive COVID test result could you also report it to the school by emailing: covid@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk
14/12/21: End of Term Letter to Parents and Carers
Also, the email address for any Covid related emails is: covid@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk
2/11/21: Introduction of Face Masks
In order to comply with the advice of Wigan Council, we are introducing face masks in communal areas from Wednesday November 3rd. Read more below in Byrchall's latest letter from the Headteacher to parents and carers.
2/11/21: A link to a letter from the Education Secretary to Parents and Carers:
The Secretary of State for Education, Nadhim Zahawi, has written an open letter to parents, carers and guardians about the importance of children aged 12 to 15 getting their COVID-19 vaccine either at school, or at a local vaccination centre. The letter also reminds parents about the importance of testing. Read it here.
Year 7 Form Tutor Evening
We are having a Year 7 Form Tutor Evening. The aim of this is that it will be a 'settling in evening' for parents and carers, to see their child’s work, and meet the Form Tutor in school, to discuss their first few weeks at Byrchall. The evening is on Wednesday 20th October between 4pm and 7pm, in your child's form rooms.
Meeting your child's Form Tutor is by appointment only, so parents and carers need to log onto https://byrchall.schoolcloud.co.uk and book an appointment. We have produced a guide to assist you in making an appointment. The guide can be viewed/downloaded here.
Meeting your child's Form Tutor is by appointment only, so parents and carers need to log onto https://byrchall.schoolcloud.co.uk and book an appointment. We have produced a guide to assist you in making an appointment. The guide can be viewed/downloaded here.
In relation to our forthcoming Open Evening, not all pupils will be required to attend school on Tuesday October 12th. The full details are in the letter below:
September 15th: Our next themed lunch is...'The Full Monty' Breakfast/Lunch.
This will be on Thursday September 30th. See the menu below.
Book now on the Fusion app!
September 6th: 2021 Autumn Term Food Menu
September 2nd: Letter to Parents and Carers from Wigan Council Public Health
August 31st 2021: Headteacher's Letter to Parents and Carers
July 16th 2021: Headteacher's Letter to Parents and Carers
July 13th 2021: Letter to Parents and Carers from Wigan Council. Step 4 of the Covid-19 Roadmap in England
May 28th 2021: Letter from the Headteacher to Parents and Carers
May 13th 2021: Letter from the Headteacher to Parents and Carers
The latest letter from the Headteacher to Parents and Carers contains up to date information about the wearing of masks in school, and the non-pupil day next month.
Our Next Themed Lunch...Wednesday May 19th
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Fancy a Kentucky Fried Lunch? Who doesn't!
On Wednesday May 19th we are having another 'Theme Day' in the canteen! On the menu is a tasty treat that you won't want to miss. Choose from KFC drummers; chicken goujons; fries; BBQ baked beans; coleslaw; BBQ sauce; sweet chilli and tossed mixed salad. Please order in advance via the app. Get your order in early, we wouldn't like you to miss out on this delicious KFC style dinner. |
April 22nd 2021: Something Different on the Menu
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Fancy something different to eat at school?
Well now's your chance! On Wednesday 28th April, we are having a 'Theme Day' in the canteen! On the menu is a themed lunch 'Big Breakfast Box'. Please order in advance via the app. Box clever and get your order in early, so that you don't miss out. |
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April 19th 2021: A Travel Update
The Arriva 320S is now operated by Cymru Coaches. The times leaving Wigan are as follows: 7.01 and 7.31 and following the normal 320S route. Times are subject to change and will be confirmed.
We are saddened at the loss of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. We offer our deepest sympathy to the Queen and all members of the Royal Family.
He was the founder of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme which has transformed the lives of millions of young people over the years. We will continue to support our young people involved in the award to develop their skills, confidence and resilience and continue his legacy.
He was the founder of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme which has transformed the lives of millions of young people over the years. We will continue to support our young people involved in the award to develop their skills, confidence and resilience and continue his legacy.
March 31st 2021: A Letter from the Headteacher to Parents and Carers
March 31st 2021: A Letter from Wigan Council regarding
those eligible for free school meals
March 30th 2021: Wigan Parent and Carer Forum Newsletter
For those students who have SEN, please find a link below to the Wigan Parent and Carer forum newsletter. This publication is distributed termly via email to those registered and schools. It has a wealth of information about support available for those students living in Wigan.
March 18th 2021: Child Sexual Exploitation
CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION (CSE) IS A FORM OF SEXUAL ABUSE THAT INVOLVES THE MANIPULATION AND/OR COERCION OF YOUNG PEOPLE UNDER THE AGE OF 18 INTO SEXUAL ACTIVITY.
The National Child Exploitation Awareness Day aims to highlight the issues surrounding Child Exploitation; encouraging everyone to think, spot and speak out against abuse and adopt a zero tolerance to adults developing inappropriate relationships with children or children exploiting and abusing their peers. The poster below shows some of the signs to look out for. If you are worried about a child who may be at risk, please contact the pastoral team in school who will be able to offer support.
The National Child Exploitation Awareness Day aims to highlight the issues surrounding Child Exploitation; encouraging everyone to think, spot and speak out against abuse and adopt a zero tolerance to adults developing inappropriate relationships with children or children exploiting and abusing their peers. The poster below shows some of the signs to look out for. If you are worried about a child who may be at risk, please contact the pastoral team in school who will be able to offer support.
Covid-19 Updates: March 17th 2021
Video: How to Conduct the Lateral Flow Test at home:
Two New Covid-19 Information Leaflets:
A Guide to Regular Covid-19 Testing (for Parents and Carers)
How to do a Rapid Covid-19 Self Test
Headteacher's Letter to Parents and Carers:
March 3rd 2021
Letter to Parents and Carers from Wigan Council:
March 3rd 2021
Headteacher's Letter to Parents and Carers:
February 26th 2021
February 12th: An update from Gaynor Eastham
Lead Officer Public Health England
There are plenty of online opportunities to families active, creative and healthy. Please visit the Home Health Hub for all your favourite group exercise classes, as well as healthy eating recipes and fun activities.
There are also two YouTube links in relation to well being support. There are 80 film clips that can be accessed as per the links below. These include nutrition, fitness, activity, mental health, cooking recipes and fun games, spread over two links:
There are also two YouTube links in relation to well being support. There are 80 film clips that can be accessed as per the links below. These include nutrition, fitness, activity, mental health, cooking recipes and fun games, spread over two links:
February 12th: An update from Cath Pealing
(Assistant Director-Wigan Council)
Wigan Council would like to make parents and carers aware of the support that is available to them over the half-term holiday. There are details about half-term meal vouchers, welfare support, support for foster carers and a guide for activities that can be done at home with the family. Please read the letter below for further information. (#What's On at Home)
Covid-19 Webpage Update: February 1st 2021
The School Website Covid-19 page has been updated today, with updated versions of Risk Assessments and Lateral Flow Testing. View the page here.
School Update Letter from the Headteacher: January 20th 2021
Covid-19 Webpage Update: January 20th 2021
The School Website Covid-19 page has been updated today. View it here. Also, a reminder that there's a lot of information about Remote Learning on this page.
Letter to Parents and Carers (from Wigan Council): January 14th 2021
Letter to Parents and Carers: January 6th 2021
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Covid 19 Update: January 1st 2021
Since we sent out Byrchall's End of Term Letter in December, (below), you will no doubt have an awareness of more governmental announcements in terms of Covid-19. All the new information that you need to know, including a letter from the Headteacher, can be found here.
End of Term Letter: December 2020
FURTHER UPDATE ON THE CANTEEN (10/12/20)
The canteen facilities have been open for lunch from Wednesday 9th December. There will be no service for breakfast, but food is now available for morning break as well as the lunchtime hot and cold offering. Please can you order your food on the Fusion App to ensure that there is sufficient capacity.
The company have confirmed that any refunds from Monday and Tuesday will be applied to your Wisepay account. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and we will keep you updated about the situation.
The canteen facilities have been open for lunch from Wednesday 9th December. There will be no service for breakfast, but food is now available for morning break as well as the lunchtime hot and cold offering. Please can you order your food on the Fusion App to ensure that there is sufficient capacity.
The company have confirmed that any refunds from Monday and Tuesday will be applied to your Wisepay account. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and we will keep you updated about the situation.
Christmas Dinner is on December 16th!
If pupils wish to order a Christmas Dinner, please do so via the Fusion App before December 11th, please.
Consultation on Admission Arrangements 2022-23
Wigan Council's consultation webpage has gone live today (30/11/2020), on the Council's Website. The webpage contains the proposed admission arrangements for Byrchall High School. Please click/tap here to be taken to the page.
Please note that Consultation on The Byrchall High School’s Admission Arrangements for 2022-23, The Makerfield Academy Trust is currently consulting on the admission arrangements for The Byrchall High School for 2022-23. Changes are not being proposed to The Byrchall High School’s admission arrangements. The Trust is consulting in line with the requirement within the School Admissions Code 2014, that admission authorities must consult on their admission arrangements at least once every 7 years, even if there have been no changes during that period.
Please note that Consultation on The Byrchall High School’s Admission Arrangements for 2022-23, The Makerfield Academy Trust is currently consulting on the admission arrangements for The Byrchall High School for 2022-23. Changes are not being proposed to The Byrchall High School’s admission arrangements. The Trust is consulting in line with the requirement within the School Admissions Code 2014, that admission authorities must consult on their admission arrangements at least once every 7 years, even if there have been no changes during that period.
Byrchall Remembers Them...
Letter to Parents/Carers (October 23rd 2020)
Letter to Parents/Carers (October 21st 2020)
We have an exciting new Food Offer!
From Monday 2nd November we have some exciting changes for our Food Offer at the school. We have adopted a change for students to offer more choice, variety and included selecting at the counter options. Find out more here.
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