Extended Schools Update
“Challenge is just an obstacle in the way of success”
Ø Film Club – Wed 4th and Fri 6th March
Ghostbusters
Wed 4th and Fri 6th March
Film Club was unfortunately postponed last week due to repairs in the Theatre. Ghostbusters will be running on the dates above and tickets will still be valid.
Ø Wrestling – Starts Wed 22nd April
Heart Lift will be delivering wrestling sessions in school during the summer term, starting on Wednesday 22nd April. They will run every week from 3-4pm in the Leisure Centre. For more information, please contact Mr Kelly.
Ø Archery – Starts Wed 22nd April
Archery sessions will start on Wed 22nd April, and run every Wed afterschool in the Leisure Centre. Places are limited, so if you know of interested pupils, please speak to Mr Lomas.
Ø Maths Statistics Coursework Club
A statistics course work club has been started. For more information, please speak to Miss Lutener
Ø Exams – Wed 4th March
Due to exams, no extracurricular lunchtime activities will be running in the Leisure Centre on Wednesday 4th March. Pupils will be notified by their teacher of any changes to lessons.
Failsworth in Focus
Dads + Kids @ Soccer Centre – Sun 1st March
Dads + Kids sports sessions launch this Sunday 1st March @ Failsworth Soccer Centre. Only £1 per child (aged 4-7) and mums are welcome too! Simply turn up and join in. For more information, please call Failsworth Soccer Centre on 0161 688 9745.
Barnardos Volunteer Interviews – Thurs 5th March
Barnardos is a charity that works with young people. They use volunteers to deliver much of their work and will be running an interview and recruitment session for Failsworth Volunteers on Thursday 5th March at Failsworth School.
Failsworth School 3 Peaks Challenge
A donation bucket is on our school reception and at the Failsworth Soccer Centre. Please give generously!
Thursday, 26 February 2009
Wednesday, 25 February 2009
Wed 4th March
Due to exams, the Leisure Centre will be unavailable for extracurricular lunchtime and afterschool activities on:
Wendnesday 4th March
Pupils will be advised as to any changes of lessons by their teacher
Wendnesday 4th March
Pupils will be advised as to any changes of lessons by their teacher
Film Club - Ghotsbusters - POSTPONED
Due to the screen and projector in the theatre being fixed this week, Film Club will be postponed until next week.
Ghostbusters will be shown on Wed 4th and Friday 6th March.
All tickets already purchased will still be valid for use.
Sorry for any inconvinience - Mr Kelly.
Ghostbusters will be shown on Wed 4th and Friday 6th March.
All tickets already purchased will still be valid for use.
Sorry for any inconvinience - Mr Kelly.
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
Friday, 20 February 2009
Thursday, 12 February 2009
Extended School Update
Extended Schools Update
“When you’re at the top, always think you’re in second and continue striving to be first” (Sir Alex Ferguson)
Ø Film Club – Wed 25th and Fri 27th Feb
Ghostbusters
Wed 25th and Fri 27th Feb
Tickets for pupils are available from the school shop priced at 5 Learning Credits.
Ø STARS – Leisure Centre Activities
A member of the team from Failsworth Leisure Centre will be speaking to pupils in assembly on Monday 2nd and 9th March about the STARS activities that take place in the Leisure Centre after school everyday.
Ø Archery – Starts Wed 22nd April
Archery sessions will start on Wed 22nd April, and run every Wed afterschool in the Leisure Centre. Places are limited, so if you interested in taking part, please speak to Mr Kelly or Mr Lomas asap.
Ø Oldham Youth Council
The youth workers will be running a project to give pupils the chance to apply to be part of the Oldham Youth Council. Please speak to any of the youth workers for more information or if you are interested.
Failsworth in Focus
3 Peaks Challenge
From Fri 5th - Sun 7th June 2009, a group of staff from Failsworth School will be doing the national 24 hour 3 Peaks Challenge. This will be done in order to raise money for the 3 school charities.
All staff, pupils and parents will be asked to give a donation (however big or small) to support the group on this charity event.
More information will follow.
“When you’re at the top, always think you’re in second and continue striving to be first” (Sir Alex Ferguson)
Ø Film Club – Wed 25th and Fri 27th Feb
Ghostbusters
Wed 25th and Fri 27th Feb
Tickets for pupils are available from the school shop priced at 5 Learning Credits.
Ø STARS – Leisure Centre Activities
A member of the team from Failsworth Leisure Centre will be speaking to pupils in assembly on Monday 2nd and 9th March about the STARS activities that take place in the Leisure Centre after school everyday.
Ø Archery – Starts Wed 22nd April
Archery sessions will start on Wed 22nd April, and run every Wed afterschool in the Leisure Centre. Places are limited, so if you interested in taking part, please speak to Mr Kelly or Mr Lomas asap.
Ø Oldham Youth Council
The youth workers will be running a project to give pupils the chance to apply to be part of the Oldham Youth Council. Please speak to any of the youth workers for more information or if you are interested.
Failsworth in Focus
3 Peaks Challenge
From Fri 5th - Sun 7th June 2009, a group of staff from Failsworth School will be doing the national 24 hour 3 Peaks Challenge. This will be done in order to raise money for the 3 school charities.
All staff, pupils and parents will be asked to give a donation (however big or small) to support the group on this charity event.
More information will follow.
Monday, 9 February 2009
Dads and Kids @ Failsworth Soccer Centre
Dads and Kids Sports Sessions!
@ Failsworth Soccer Centre
(Brierley Avenue, Failsworth, Manchester, M35 9HA)
Every Sunday (launches Sunday 1st March 2009)
2pm until 3pm
£1 per child
New Community Initiative – Launches Sunday 1st March 2009
Each week, football matches, tournaments and mini soccer leagues take place at Failsworth Soccer Centre. Children and young people are encouraged by parents standing on the touchline, but now it is time for dads to dust off their boots and get involved. On Sunday 1st March 2009, a new initiative starts that aims to encourage parents and children to learn and play a variety of sports.
Dads and their children will be trained by the soccer centre’s team of qualified coaches and will learn new skills and try different games. The project will offer the chance for families to meet one another and children to make new friends. Parents will be able to spend quality time with their children whilst taking part in healthy, sports related activities.
The weekly sessions are available to dads and their children (aged 4-7 years) and it only costs £1 per child. Mums are welcome to attend also, however due to limited capacity places will be available on a first come first served basis.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact Failsworth Soccer Centre on 0161 688 9745 or by visiting www.failsworthsoccercentre.co.uk
@ Failsworth Soccer Centre
(Brierley Avenue, Failsworth, Manchester, M35 9HA)
Every Sunday (launches Sunday 1st March 2009)
2pm until 3pm
£1 per child
New Community Initiative – Launches Sunday 1st March 2009
Each week, football matches, tournaments and mini soccer leagues take place at Failsworth Soccer Centre. Children and young people are encouraged by parents standing on the touchline, but now it is time for dads to dust off their boots and get involved. On Sunday 1st March 2009, a new initiative starts that aims to encourage parents and children to learn and play a variety of sports.
Dads and their children will be trained by the soccer centre’s team of qualified coaches and will learn new skills and try different games. The project will offer the chance for families to meet one another and children to make new friends. Parents will be able to spend quality time with their children whilst taking part in healthy, sports related activities.
The weekly sessions are available to dads and their children (aged 4-7 years) and it only costs £1 per child. Mums are welcome to attend also, however due to limited capacity places will be available on a first come first served basis.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact Failsworth Soccer Centre on 0161 688 9745 or by visiting www.failsworthsoccercentre.co.uk
Thursday, 5 February 2009
Excel Programme - Update
Extended Schools Update
“If what you want doesn’t come to you, go out and get it” (Unknown)
“If what you want doesn’t come to you, go out and get it” (Unknown)
Ø Excel Programme Video
A video promoting a small selection of the extracurricular activities that run in our school is now online to view on the VLE and the school website.
Ø Basketball
Since the beginning of the year, pupils have been given lots of opportunities to practice their Basketball skills. Through the support of Mr Wood, staff at the leisure centre and from Oldham Ball Hall, our school teams are doing very well and now have a new kit to play their games in.
Ø Eco Club – Manchester Arndale Competition
I am happy to say that we are through to the 2nd round of the Green Your Grounds competition, where our school has the chance to win £5000 to further develop our school garden.
Ø Leisure Centre
The Old Sports Hall, Red Room and Green Room will not be used for lunchtime activities on Tuesday 10th February due to exams.
Ø Police Drop In Sessions
The Police will be visiting our school every Tuesday lunchtime to offer support, advice and guidance to both pupils and staff. Please feel free to speak to the officers and make them feel welcome.
Ø Excel Programme Blog
For the latest updates, please visit www.theexcelprogramme.blogspot.com
Failsworth in Focus
Half Term Activities
Failsworth Soccer Centre – Mon 16th to Fri 20th Feb / £3 per day / info or bookings 0161 688 9745
Failsworth Leisure Centre – Mon 16th to Fri 20th Feb / info or bookings 0161 621 3240
Oldham Play Action Group – Fri 20th Feb / Daisy Nook Park / 1-3pm / Info 0161 678 9662
3 Peaks Challenge
We will begin the fundraising in school very soon. We would like all members of staff, governors, pupils and parents to support us in raising money for our 3 school charities.
Change4life – Website Resource
The NHS has now officially launched the change4life campaign aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles with children, young people and their families. Please follow the link below for the website which has lots of useful resources.
http://www.nhs.uk/change4life/Pages/default.aspx
A video promoting a small selection of the extracurricular activities that run in our school is now online to view on the VLE and the school website.
Ø Basketball
Since the beginning of the year, pupils have been given lots of opportunities to practice their Basketball skills. Through the support of Mr Wood, staff at the leisure centre and from Oldham Ball Hall, our school teams are doing very well and now have a new kit to play their games in.
Ø Eco Club – Manchester Arndale Competition
I am happy to say that we are through to the 2nd round of the Green Your Grounds competition, where our school has the chance to win £5000 to further develop our school garden.
Ø Leisure Centre
The Old Sports Hall, Red Room and Green Room will not be used for lunchtime activities on Tuesday 10th February due to exams.
Ø Police Drop In Sessions
The Police will be visiting our school every Tuesday lunchtime to offer support, advice and guidance to both pupils and staff. Please feel free to speak to the officers and make them feel welcome.
Ø Excel Programme Blog
For the latest updates, please visit www.theexcelprogramme.blogspot.com
Failsworth in Focus
Half Term Activities
Failsworth Soccer Centre – Mon 16th to Fri 20th Feb / £3 per day / info or bookings 0161 688 9745
Failsworth Leisure Centre – Mon 16th to Fri 20th Feb / info or bookings 0161 621 3240
Oldham Play Action Group – Fri 20th Feb / Daisy Nook Park / 1-3pm / Info 0161 678 9662
3 Peaks Challenge
We will begin the fundraising in school very soon. We would like all members of staff, governors, pupils and parents to support us in raising money for our 3 school charities.
Change4life – Website Resource
The NHS has now officially launched the change4life campaign aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles with children, young people and their families. Please follow the link below for the website which has lots of useful resources.
http://www.nhs.uk/change4life/Pages/default.aspx
Wednesday, 4 February 2009
Change 4 Life
You may have seen a lot of press recently about the NHS campaign "Change 4 Life".
Change4life – Website Resource
The NHS has now officially launched the change4life campaign aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles with children, young ,people and their families. Please find the link below for the website which has lots of useful resources.
http://www.nhs.uk/change4life/Pages/default.aspx
Change4life – Website Resource
The NHS has now officially launched the change4life campaign aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles with children, young ,people and their families. Please find the link below for the website which has lots of useful resources.
http://www.nhs.uk/change4life/Pages/default.aspx
Volunteering opportunitites for young people aged over 16 years
Are you after great work experience, would like to try different areas of work or just want to offer your time to help others? Well, look at the opportunities below and for more information contact Fiona Pickles and Alice Munby on 0161 2743299 or 07530 736228.
Current Volunteering Opportunities
Sports Development Team
Oldham Greenhill Community Sports Club
NDC Physical Activity Project
Oldham Kickz (Oldham Athletic Community Trust)
Manchester Methodist Housing Association
Energize (Oldham Community Leisure)
Salt Cellar Project- Youth Work Project
St James Children’s Centre (Sholver)
Barnardo’s Children’s Centre (Hollinwood)
Barnardo's Asha Project
Boys and girls Brigade (Shaw)
Volunteer Reader Helper
Youth Offending Panel
Youth Inclusion Project (Fitton Hill), Positive Steps
NDC Youth Project
Youth Service
Oldham Coliseum Theatre - Theatre Assistant
Peshkar Theatre Assistant
RSPCA
Oldham Pike View Animal Rescue - Shop Assistant
Medequip4kids
Macmillan
Daisy Nook County Park
St John Ambulance
Health Improvement Service
Heathbank Day Care Centre
Dr. Kershaws Hospice
Oldham Cancer Support
Greater Manchester Police, Oldham Police Station
Citizens Advice Bureau
For further information on these and any other volunteering opportunities please contact the Oldham vteam – Fiona Pickles and Alice Munby on 0161 2743299 or 07530 736228.
Current Volunteering Opportunities
Sports Development Team
Oldham Greenhill Community Sports Club
NDC Physical Activity Project
Oldham Kickz (Oldham Athletic Community Trust)
Manchester Methodist Housing Association
Energize (Oldham Community Leisure)
Salt Cellar Project- Youth Work Project
St James Children’s Centre (Sholver)
Barnardo’s Children’s Centre (Hollinwood)
Barnardo's Asha Project
Boys and girls Brigade (Shaw)
Volunteer Reader Helper
Youth Offending Panel
Youth Inclusion Project (Fitton Hill), Positive Steps
NDC Youth Project
Youth Service
Oldham Coliseum Theatre - Theatre Assistant
Peshkar Theatre Assistant
RSPCA
Oldham Pike View Animal Rescue - Shop Assistant
Medequip4kids
Macmillan
Daisy Nook County Park
St John Ambulance
Health Improvement Service
Heathbank Day Care Centre
Dr. Kershaws Hospice
Oldham Cancer Support
Greater Manchester Police, Oldham Police Station
Citizens Advice Bureau
For further information on these and any other volunteering opportunities please contact the Oldham vteam – Fiona Pickles and Alice Munby on 0161 2743299 or 07530 736228.
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