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- 24/09/19
The science of Colours!
On Thursday the 19th September pupils from Secondary 1 had a full day of science experiments to introduce the topic of Colour. This included exploring and hands on learning getting messy and observing materials changing. In the words of Layna from Dover “It was good. I love Science...Read Full Story - 24/09/19
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Newbury Show Time
A wonderful array of our student's work was on display at the Newbury Show last weekend. The displays theme was "Rainforests and Ecosystems". With very stiff competition from lots of stalls we managed to get 4th place in the "Work Outside The Classroom" category, which is a w...Read Full Story - 23/09/19
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All The Fun of the Fair
Pupils from Key stage 4 and 5 were very lucky to have been given the opportunity to test out the Newbury Show rides for free last week. Lots of pupils tried something new, or overcame a fear of heights to be able to take part. It was wonderful to see Key Stage 4 and 5 talking and enjoying...Read Full Story - 20/09/19
New Castle School Video
We have got a lovely new video with our school song and pupils signing in Makaton to the lyrics. It is a great showcase of how well our pupils communicate. Thank you to Frankie, Dan, Oliver, Willow, Harry, Archie, Naomi, Tracey and Meaghan. Please click the video below and enjoy...Read Full Story - 17/09/19
ALDI's Kit for Schools
This term we’re collecting the Team GB stickers with Aldi’s Kit for Schools for the chance to be one of 20 schools to win £20,000 to build a health legacy at our school! From 6 September 2019 – 3 November 2019, when you spend £30 or more in any Aldi store, you...Read Full Story - 09/09/19
Sculpture Celebration
Over the weekend Greenfest was held in Hampstead Norrey's. The Castle School displayed a sculpture made by last year's Dover and Oxford Classes. The sculpture was titled 'Don't feed us your rubbish.' The classes were inspired by watching BBC's Blue Planet and Hugh's War o...Read Full Story - 04/09/19
Welcome Back
A warm welcome back to The Castle School. We are all very excited to see all the students return ready for this year ahead. I thought I would take this opportunity to let you know about a few changes to the site at Love Lane over the summer: Our main reception is now in the old music roo...Read Full Story - 24/07/19
Wishing everyone a wonderful summer
As we come to the end of another busy, exciting and very successful school year and as all our pupils and staff prepare to head off for their well-earned summer holidays, I would like to say a huge 'thank you' to all our parents and carers for your continued amazing support. It make an incre...Read Full Story - 19/07/19
Horseriding success!
I am pleased to announce all of Balmoral Class have passed their Grade 1 and 2 Horse Care and Riding examinations. Some children even managed to qualify for Grade 3 controlling their horse independently off the lead rope and trotting with great maturity. We are extremely proud of all their h...Read Full Story - 19/07/19
Tribal Fashion Show
This week the children in Balmoral and Skipton class were very excited to present there Tribal Fashion Show to all their parents and carers. They sang the song 'Akele Makalay' and danced to traditional music in outfits they had designed and created themselves...Read Full Story - 18/07/19
Oxford Class Family Tea
On Wednesday Oxford Class welcomed their families to an end of term afternoon tea party. The pupils worked hard to plan the event including writing invitations, planning the menu and shopping list, cooking all the food and setting up the classroom. They also looked after their guests taking...Read Full Story - 17/07/19
SPACE and YOU family event
For the past two years Oxford Physics have run a relaxed day of hands-on Physics for Children and Young Adults with Additional Support Needs. It was so successful and such a great response that they are running this again this year. They very much hope that by the end of this the d...Read Full Story