Senior School newsletter – 21 November 2025
Issue 05/2025/26
Head’s welcome
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Warm wishes,
Will Chuter
Headmaster
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Will Chuter
Headmaster
Whole school updates
Deputy Head (Academic), Ruth Taylor, has put together a simple overview of when you can expect written reports and Parents’ Evenings throughout the year. She hopes this helps families feel well-informed and supported, and reinforces our commitment to clear, ongoing communication about each child’s progress. You’ll find the full schedule for every year group for 2025–26 in the attachment.
Satchel One: Homework record
Many thanks to all parents who provided feedback on our trial of Satchel One, an app that allows you to see the homework set for your child. The response has been very positive, and we are delighted to continue with this provision.
We also really appreciate the time taken to let us know about the issue regarding homework not being marked as completed on Satchel One. We are working with Satchel One to rectify this.
If you would like to sign up to Satchel One but have not yet done so, please find the instructions HERE.
GCSE and A Level options guidance meetings – 3rd and 5th Forms
We’re delighted to continue our offer of GCSE and A Level options guidance meetings for
parents and pupils in the 3rd and 5th Forms. These meetings are a valuable chance to talk through pathways, ambitions, or any questions you may have with a senior member of staff before choices are submitted at February half term. They sit alongside our broader programme of support, including careers guidance, to help each pupil make confident and well-informed decisions about their next steps.
If you’d like to book a meeting, please complete this form, and we’ll be in touch to confirm a time.
Ruth Taylor, Deputy Head (Academic)
We are delighted to let you know that tickets for this year’s school production are now on sale.
Flu vaccinations 1st – 5th Form – action needed
Vaccination UK will be in school on Tuesday, 25 November.
Note: Select the correct year group (1st Form = Year 7 … 5th Form = Year 11).
Kimbolton Castle Christmas Fair – Sunday 30 November 2025
Join us for a wonderfully festive day at the annual Kimbolton Castle Christmas Fair, taking place on Sunday 30 November from 10am to 3pm. Enjoy a host of Christmas gift stalls, children’s face painting, a festive choir, seasonal refreshments, mulled wine, and a raffle — plus plenty more to get you into the spirit of the season. Santa’s Grotto is back too, and places can be booked via the link on the flyer.
Entry to the grotto is £3, and all are warmly welcome.
Schoolblazer will be running a flash sale from Monday 24 – Tuesday 25 November 2025. There will be 1/3rd off ALL in-stock items online at schoolblazer.com during the sale period, while stocks last. If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us.
The Schoolblazer Team
International Men’s Day 2025
To mark International Men’s Day, we’ve created a short film celebrating the positive male role models our school community value, featuring thoughtful reflections from staff and pupils.
Hot off the press!
As we settle back into school life, it’s already been a busy and brilliant start to the term. From award nominations and results, to a new STEM installation and sporting successes, here’s a snapshot of the energy and enthusiasm filling our classrooms and corridors this week.
