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  • Creative Careers Day 29th April 2023 hosted by Tramshed

    Published 25/04/23

    Tramshed in Woolwich is hosting a Creative Careers Day on 29th April, starting at 11am.

     


    There will be two separate spaces for young people and their parents to come and find out more about working in the Creative and Cultural Industries. This is a thriving area of our economy:

    • 1 in 8 UK businesses are part of the Creative Industries
    • 34% of all creative businesses are based in London
    • Creative Industries contributing £116bn in GVA in 2019, growing twice as fast between 2011 and 2019 than the rate of the UK economy as a whole (DCMS 2021)
    • October 2019 to September 2020 the Creative Industries accounted for 2.2 million jobs (DCMS 2021). The creative economy (Creative Industries plus creative jobs in other sectors) employed 3.2 million in 2018 (DCMS 2019).

     
    Tramshed is hosting workshops and conversations in our newly refurbished venue at 51-53 Woolwich New Road SE18 6ES, to share information about skills and pathways into a creative career. All attendees can speak to highly experienced practicing artists who have worked with Lesley Garett, Bryn Terfel, James Brown, Quincey Jones, The Royal Court, Bloomsbury Festival, Breakin’ Convention at Sadlers Wells and the West End amongst many more. Lunch will be provided.
     
    Please contact participation@tramshed.org for further information.
    A sign-up for the event is here for young people and their parents. 
     
    You can also sign up via the QR code in the above digital flier. 

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  • Take a look at our brand new extra-curricular activities timetable!

    Published 25/04/23

    Our extra-curricular activities here at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls run on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

    There is something for everyone, from rugby club, robotics, anime club, book club, illustrative printmaking and so much more.

    Extra-curricular activities are so valuable for our young people in boosting confidence and self-esteem, interacting with new people, making friends, improving social skills, and most importantly providing them with new abilities and skills. 

    Homework clubs also run every week on a Tuesday and Thursday. Take a look at the timetables below for further information!

     

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  • Strike Days - Thursday 27th April and Tuesday 2nd May 2023

    Published 24/04/23

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    You will be aware that NEU teachers will be striking on Thursday 27th April and Tuesday 2nd May 2023.

    Due to significantly reduced staffing, we will be running the following limited programme for invited students only. 

    We will have the hub open for our KS3 students and targeted Year 9 and 10 students will be invited in. Parents will receive a separate message for these students that will be invited in. If you do not receive any further messages, your daughter will have to stay at home for those two days.

    Please look out for messages soon from us to check whether your daughter has been invited in. Additionally, any student not invited in for the above activities who is eligible for free school meals will get vouchers for those two days.

    Thank you

     Ms L Williams

     Head of School

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  • FREE webinar for parents/carers - understanding more about county lines

    Published 19/04/23

    FREE webinar for parents/carers - understanding more about county lines.

    Join our interactive webinar where we will share what criminal exploitation including county lines is and how to spot signs it may be happening to your child or a child you know. We cover what it looks like in your local area and where to get advice and support if you are concerned. The interactive webinar will also give you the opportunity to ask questions, share concerns and connect with others.

    Learn what county lines is.

    Understand what is happening in your local area.

    Understand the signs that your child might be at risk.

    Learn how offenders groom and exploit children.

    The webinar will be hosted live over zoom, once you have registered we will send you the login details for joining.

    Register now

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  • Message to parents/carers - Tariff changes April 2023

    Published 04/04/23

    Dear Parent/Carer,

    As you will be aware there have been significant prices increases in many food items over the last 12 months with some significant increases in many items.  

    As a result, our catering company, Wilson Jones, have been forced to make some changes to the tariff. In order to minimise the impact on our families they have decided to expand price points, instead of applying a flat rate increase across the board.  This means is that there will still be items available at the current price points and also an increased number of options at these lower price points, however, the prices of the higher premium products will be increased.

    The cost of a meal deal will increase from £2.60 to £2.75; this will include the price of a free school meal. We firmly believe, and evidence has shown, that if children eat healthily this will help them to achieve both their educational and lifestyle goals. 

    Please be assured that we know the decision to increase prices has not been taken lightly and believe that the revised prices will still remain competitive with the prices charged in other local schools. 

    These changes will come in to effect with the new menu change, following the Easter break. 

    We would like to remind parents and carers that you may be entitled to claim for free school meals. Please contact the main school office if you would like help completing the application form. 

    To qualify for free school meals you must be: 

    • Receiving Income Support and Child Benefit 
    • or receiving income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance or income-based Employment & Support Allowance and Child Benefit 
    • or receiving Child Tax Credit only with no entitlement to Working Tax Credit and with a gross annual income as assessed by the Inland Revenue of £16,190 or less (gross means before deductions for tax and national insurance) and Child Benefit 
    • or receiving the guarantee element of State Pension Credit and Child Benefit 
    • or being supported under Part VI of the Immigration & Asylum Act 1999 

    click here to view the tariff menu 2023

     

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  • Read our Ofsted feature on the Newsshopper website - 28/3/23

    Published 28/03/23

    Read all about Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls Ofsted Report success on the Newsshopper website now!

    The article went live this morning, and we are delighted to share this fantastic news with our community, click the link below!

    'We are extremely proud of what we have achieved in the last 18 months since schools fully reopened following the Covid pandemic. This was our first Ofsted report since we opened in 2019, and I am delighted that this was recognised by the visiting Ofsted Inspection Team. The many strengths highlighted in the report are testament to the hard work and dedication shown by our staff body to ensure the very best for all of our girls.

    Our students are our greatest gift, and we will continue to put our best efforts into developing them, both academically and personally. We are excited for what the future holds for the school and our students as we strive to achieve our shared vision of 'Success for Everyone'.

    I would like to take this opportunity to thank every single person in our school community and beyond who has contributed to our journey so far: our celebration is very much a shared one!'

    Ms Williams - Head of Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls

     

    Click here to read the article on the Newsshopper Website

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  • Non-Uniform Day - Friday 24th March Fundraising

    Published 22/03/23

    Our students have asked that we have a non-uniform day on Friday 24th March to raise money for the Turkey and Syria appeal.  We will be asking for students to make a £1 donation on the day which will be collected by tutors.  This is our first non-uniform day and we would like to point out that there are still some rules around dress code for the day (these will also be shared with students across the next week):

    No sliders/crocs/heels/open toes shoes for health and safety reasons (trainers are allowed as well as closed toe shoes/boots) 

    No jewellery is allowed as per our usual school rules

    Lanyards must be worn and school bags, PE kit or any other equipment needed for the day is still essential

    Please also consider that it is a school environment and students should be dressed in a way which is appropriate.  If students do dress in clothing which is inappropriate, we will have to call parents and send them home. It also means that we may not be able to run events like this in the future.

    Thank you for your support with this.

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  • PolyMAT Super Curricular Maths MESME Session

    Published 21/03/23

    Monday 20th March - PolyMAT Super Curricular Maths MESME Session

    Students from both Girls and Boys schools were engaged, inquisitive and excited by the problems posed and worked collaboratively to develop systematic and logical strategies to reach shared solutions.

    Mesme Maths sessions are being run every Monday after school and are inspiring and challenging our future PolyMat Mathematicians.

    A huge thank you to Ms Mirza, Mr Onakereru and Ms Ramgoolam for providing our students with outstanding opportunities to progress and reach their potential as Mathematicians.

    Mr Panesar

    Raising Standards Leader, Head of KS5 Mathematics and Deputy Head of Mathematics Department.

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  • British Science Week

    Published 20/03/23

    We are celebrating British Science Week here at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls across 10th - 24th March. The theme this year is connections. 

    Year 7 are making planets and discovering how the planets in our solar system are connected.

    Year 8 are forensic scientists who are investigating the murder of the head teacher Ms Williams linking the evidence found to solve the case.

    Year 9 are data detectives on 2 islands who are using light or electricity to transmit a message in Morse code to each other.

    British science week 2023 - useful links and resources

    British Science Week 2023 - Poster Competition - deadline Friday 31st March 2023

    BBC Physics KS3/GCSE: Physics Bites

    BBC Biology KS3/GCSE: Biology Bites

    BBC Chemistry KS3/GCSE: Chemistry Bites

    Smashing Stereotypes: Explore over 40 stories celebrating the diverse people and careers in science and engineering

    School Science - Free online science resources

    BBC Science Focus

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  • New Vacancies - 15/3/2023

    Published 10/03/23

    Click the boxes below to view the vacancies that our currently available at our school. 

    vacancy - science teacher and health and social care

    Teaching is the most rewarding job in the world.  We have the opportunity to change students’ lives for the better and you could make positive impact at Woolwich Polytechnic for Girls as Teacher of Science and Health and Social Care.

    Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls are looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Science and Health and Social Care who has a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching. An individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department.

    Click here for further information about the role and how to apply

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    vacancy - humanities teacher with a specialism in sociology 

    Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Humanities and Sociology with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching, an individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department as well as the pastoral life of the school.

    Click here for further information about the role and how to apply

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    VACANCY - TEACHER OF ART WITH PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIALISM

    TEACHER OF ART WITH PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIALISM

    We are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Art and Design with photography specialism with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching. Candidates will become an integral part of the department, and will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department as well as the pastoral life of the school as a form tutor.

    Click here for more information about the role and how to apply

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    vacancy - TEACHER OF ENGLISH

     

    Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of English with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching, an individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department as well as the pastoral life of the school.

    Click here for more information about the role and how to apply

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    vacancy - teacher of french - maternity cover

    Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of French to cover maternity leave, with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching, an individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department as well as the pastoral life of the school.

    Click here for more information about the role and how to apply

    Click here to view our vacancies page

    Click here to join our talent pool

    vacancy - teacher of geography 

    Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Geography with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching, an individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department as well as the pastoral life of the school.

    Click here for more information about the role and how to apply

    Click here to view our vacancies page

    Click here to join our talent pool

    vacancy - teacher of mathematics

    Teaching is the most rewarding job in the world.  We have the opportunity to change students’ lives for the better and you could make a positive impact at Woolwich Polytechnic for Girls as Teacher of Maths.

    Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Maths with a dynamic and inspirational approach to teaching. An individual that will become an integral part of the department, who will support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals. We would like a teacher who believes in collaboration both for students and when working with colleagues.  The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department.

     

    Click here for more information about the role and how to apply

    Click here to view our vacancies page

    Click here to join our talent pool

    vacancy - sendco

    We have the opportunity to change students’ lives for the better, and you could make a positive impact at Woolwich Polytechnic for Girls as SENDCo.

    We are looking to appoint an exceptional SENDCo.  An individual who will promote a positive profile of the SEND department to staff, pupils, parents, carers and the wider community as well as providing professional guidance to staff to secure outstanding teaching for SEND pupils. The successful candidate will lead and support the department in achieving its ambitious targets and goals.

    Applicants must hold qualified teacher status and have SENDco qualification.

    Click here to find out more information about the role and how to apply

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    VACANCY - ASSISTANT HEAD TEACHER - KEY STAGE 4 RAISING STANDARDS LEADER

    We are looking for a motivated and inspirational leader who is committed to improving the academic outcomes for every single one of our students. Our school’s vision is ‘Success for Everyone’ and our Key Stage 4 Raising Standards Leader will play a pivotal role in ensuring that this is achieved.

    Here at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls, we place significant value on our professional working relationships with others and, therefore, we are looking for an individual who not only has excellent inter-personal skills but also has a track record of forming strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders to achieve a shared vision and goal.

    The successful candidate will need to have a secure understanding of effective curriculum and assessment design as well as experience in leading improvements in learning and teaching at departmental or whole school level.

    Click here to find out more information about the role and how to apply

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