16 July 2020

Dear Parents and Carers

It is usual at this time of year for me to write to you highlighting successes of the academic year and formally bringing the year to a close.  This year has been more than unusual and has made for a rather extraordinary Diamond Jubilee year at Fisher More.  Thinking back to November, when we had a wonderful Diamond Jubilee celebration Mass with Bishop John, it does seem a lifetime ago.  After Christmas we had our visit from Ofsted and their report that showcased all that is good here at Fisher More.  Soon after, we had the partial closure of the school as a result of a global pandemic as well as leaks on the railway bridge.  What we have been through together as a community, especially recently, has once again tried and tested but certainly not defeated us.

13 July 2020

Dear Parents and Carers

School will close to all pupils on Friday 17 July 2020 at 3pm.  In September, we reopen to all pupils in all year groups.  There will, however, be a staggered start to the new academic year with Years 7 and 11 only returning on 3 September 2020; all year groups will be back on Monday 7 September 2020.  This slightly staggered start will give the new Year 7 an opportunity to experience their transition days that were missed this term, including familiarisation of their new surroundings.

The Department for Education has updated the guidance on what parents and carers need to know about early years providers, schools and colleges during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.  They have added content on summer provision, school uniform and a package of support worth £1 billion to support pupils to catch up. They have updated content on school meals and the Covid Summer Food Fund.

An amazing Science powerpoint presentation was submitted by Year 8 pupil Bryony Wimbles to showcase her science enrichment work. 

29 June 2020

Dear Parents and Carers

As a part of your child’s education at Ss John Fisher & Thomas More RC High School, we promote personal wellbeing and development through a comprehensive Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education programme.  PSHE education is the curriculum subject that gives young people the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and practical skills to live safe, healthy, productive lives and meet their full potential.