Schools Psychology Team Family Workshops
We are fortunate to have received information about some upcoming free online familiy workshops for early 2024. These workshops take place online and can be booked at nsft.uk/workshops. Information on all past and present workshops, as well as workshop recordings, can be found on the NHS website at www.nsft.nhs.uk/parent-workshops/
These workshops are an excellent way to receive support and information covering a full range of topics relating to mental health and neurodiveristy.
Morrisby
All students from Year 9 to 13 are given free access to a careers platform called Morrisby at www.morrisby.com which helps them explore careers, subjects for higher education and Apprenticeships. The system can also inform parents all about the careers activities they have taken part in at school.
If you would like to access your young person’s account, they can grant you permission at the bottom of the home page once they have logged into the system. Please encourage them to read about the jobs they are best suited to before requesting work experience in Year 10. Any questions please contact Mrs Osborne on kosborne@tgschool.net
Our regular careers bulletin has been updated again this week. It is packed full of opportunities for students to take part in. If your child does not yet know what they want to do in the future these activities are an excellent way of exploring ideas.
LAMDA: London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art lessons available
We are very excited to offer students the opportunity to take part in LAMDA lessons at Thomas Gainsborough School.
LAMDA is one of the UK’s oldest and most respected London Drama Schools and awarding bodies. LAMDA has been offering practical exams in communication and performance subjects for over 130 years. A LAMDA exam is the speech and drama equivalent of a music grade. Like music grades, LAMDA exams go up in levels and culminate at Grade 8 (Gold Medal). These qualifications are Ofqual recognised and have helped hundreds of thousands of candidates of all ages and abilities develop lifelong skills.
You can found out more about these lessons at www.tgschool.net/lamda
Consultation on the admissions arrangements for Thomas Gainsborough School
Each year we are required to consult on our Admissions Policy for students joining us in Years 7 to 11. We have provided consultation information on our website at https://tgschool.net/letter/consultation-on-the-admissions-arrangements-for-thomas-gainsborough-school
There are NO changes are being recommended or proposed to the current policy.
Safe travel to school
Especially during the darker evenings, it is important that students travel to school safely. Please remind your child to use the lit crossings as they walk to and from school.
Big Ambition
A reminder that the Children's Commissioner is giving families the opportunity to give policy makers their opinions. Children or parents can complete the survey at https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/the_big_ambition/ and further resources are available at https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/the-big-ambition/
Tips for new devices
As Christmas approaches, some of our students will be lucky enough to receive new electronic devices, this includes having a computer, console or phone for the first time for example.
We have poblished a brief guide that you will hopefully find helpful from the National Online Safety organisation that gives '12 top tips' for safeguarding children who receive new devices. We hope this is helpful for you in keeping your child safe. You can view it at www.tgschool.net/news/the-12-online-safety-tips-of-christmas-for-children-with-new-devices
Great Cornard Leisure Centre
Our school run Leisure Centre is a great asset to the school and provides students with excellent facilities throughout the school day. It is also available for publish use at weekends and evenings.
- Monday to Friday 17:00 to 22:00
- Saturday & Sunday 09:00 to 17:00
During January and February 2024 we are offering a discounted rate for gym memberships, with no joining fee or contract. The offer is purchase 6 months and only pay for 5; or purchase 12 months and only pay for 10. You can find out more at https://gcsportscentre.co.uk/
The team at the Leisure Centre also wish you a Happy Christmas and New Years.