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- 18/06/24
Castle Rocks!
Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of hosting the amazing Rock Choir at school. They put on a fantastic concert right on our school field and, to our delight, the sun came out to join us. The students had a blast as they sang and danced the afternoon away. It was such a lovely experience for everyo...Read Full Story - 14/06/24
Forest School at The Paddock
Skipton class have been lucky enough to attend Forest School at The Paddock in Burghclere on Wednesdays this summer term. This week we had Science week where ‘V’ our forest school leader planned lots of fun science experiments for us to do. We investigated floating and sinkin...Read Full Story - 07/06/24
Cows at Castle!
This week Secondary 1 had Jan from the Newbury and District agricultural society visit. Jan explained all about cows and the food items we gain from a cow. Jan also explained about goat's milk. Jan went on to explain how goat's milk is made. Everyone was then given the opportunity...Read Full Story - 03/06/24
Youlbury Trip Part 2
Secondary 1 go adventurous, part 2. Our second group headed off to Youlbury just before the holidays. Here are some quotes and pictures of the day: "Monday was the best day, because it was sunny and calm" said Oliver G "It was very busy and very nice. I did crate stacking. It...Read Full Story - 03/06/24
Welcome Back
Welcome back to all our wonderful students, staff and parents for the start of term 6. There are lots of summer events coming up, including sports days and performances. Please read the latest news and calendar for more information. We will also send out emails about other events. The last day...Read Full Story - 23/05/24
Wishing Everyone a Wonderful Half-Term
Dear Parents and Carers, As usual, each class has produced a Class Newsletter with lots of lovely information on what they have been doing as well as some pictures of learning. You can read the newsletters by clicking the link below: The Castle School - Class Newsletters (thecastlesc...Read Full Story - 23/05/24
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Half Term Activities at Waterside
Waterside Centre will be running some activity youth club this half-term for secondary aged pupils. Please click on the flyer to find out more.Read Full Story - 10/05/24
Agricultural Challenge Success
Windsor have been working really hard, all year, on our Agricultural Challenge, which forms a big part of our coursework. Today Windsor went to the final, with special schools from across Berkshire, and we are very pleased to say that we won first prize overall! Windsor also won the foll...Read Full Story - 09/05/24
Shop 'till you Drop
This term in life skills, Chillingham class have been focusing on independent shopping skills! Over the last two weeks, pupils have put these skills to the test with class trips to Tesco on the London Road! The pupils went to Tesco on the mini bus for the first time this year, and walked around the...Read Full Story - 08/05/24
Social Media Workshop for young people
There is a workshop being run for young people 12+ at The Waterside Centre on 28th May. Please see the flyer below for further details.Read Full Story - 01/05/24
Secondary 1 Go Adventurous!
Secondary 1 Go adventurous! This was our first trip to Youlbury this year, the group were split into 3 and had enjoyed their first activity of either archery, abseiling or crate stacking. We look forward to returning on 20th May. Watch this space for an update! You will find two write...Read Full Story - 25/04/24
Skipton at The Paddock
This term, Skipton class have been lucky enough to have been invited to visit Stable Future’s Forest school ‘The Paddock’. They had their first session there yesterday. The children enjoyed all the activities that their forest school leader ‘V’ set up for th...Read Full Story