Hello and welcome to this week's Wildern Weekly!

 

It's hard to believe we're already here – the final half term of the academic year! We're thrilled to welcome your children back for what promises to be an exciting and productive few weeks.

 

This last stretch is always a busy one, packed with learning, memorable events, and opportunities to celebrate all the hard work and progress made throughout the year. We'll be focusing on consolidating knowledge, preparing for the next academic stage, and enjoying the final moments of this school year together.

 

We encourage you to continue to support your child's learning journey at home, and as always, please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.  Here's to a fantastic end to the school year!

Whole School

Monday 9 June Week B

Monday 16 June Week A

Thursday 19 June Summer Music Concert

Friday 20 June  Inset Day - School closed for students

Monday 23 June Week B

Wednesday 25 June Big Summer Clean

Monday 30 June Week A

 

Year 7

          Thursday 12 June Virtual Parents Evening

Year 8

           Tuesday 17 + Wednesday 18 June - HPV Vaccines

Year 9

No Key Dates

Year 10

Monday 9 + Tuesday 10 June Hengistbury Head Trip

Tuesday 17 + Wednesday 18 June - Experience of a Workplace

Wildern Music Academy - Summer Concert - Thursday 19 June 2025

Tickets for the Summer Concert are on sale from the littleboxoffice website here

Music Lessons - September 2025

If your child is interested in learning an instrument or in having singing lessons in September 2025, please see this google form for information and to sign up. 

Summer Celebration of Dance - Thursday 3 July 2025

Tickets for the Summer Celebration of Dance will go on sale at 9am on Monday 9th June. Tickets can be purchased here. 

 

'Wonderful words' will be showcased in Reception as well as here on the Wildern Weekly. You can recognise staff by scanning the QR code or clicking the link to our new staff recognition form.

Year 7 English

We would welcome any donations of our Autumn term set text ‘The Graveyard Book’ for our new cohort of Year 7’s to enjoy. If you have a copy that you would like to donate, please bring it up to the English office. Thank you!

 

Year 8 English

We would welcome any donations of our Year 8 set text ‘The Woman in Black’ for our new cohort of Year 8’s to enjoy. If you have a copy that you would like to donate, please bring it up to the English office. Thank you!    

No letters for Year 9

Geography Field trips

The final days of our GCSE fieldwork go out Monday 9 & Tuesday 10 June. All students on the trip need to check the weather, be in non-uniform, trainers and bring a packed lunch and plenty of water. Students will register at the front of school at 8:30am. We should return between 3:00-3:30pm traffic depending.

Mrs Dixon and Mr Ware.

Year Books

Please click here should you wish to order a Year Book.  When the Yearbook company have 10 orders the books will be printed and delivered to school. As such the delivery date cannot be confirmed.

Year 11 English

We would welcome any donations of our GCSE set texts now that Year 11 have finished their English Literature exams. We would be thrilled with any donations of:

• ‘Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’ by Robert Louis Stevenson
• ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens
• The Power and Conflict poetry anthology
• ‘An Inspector Calls’ by J B Priestley
• ‘Macbeth’ by William Shakespeare.

If you have a copy of any of these texts that you would like to donate, please bring it up to the English office. Thank you!

This year, following parental feedback we will be sharing with parents a summary of what students will be learning about in their subject lessons each half term. This information is something it was felt would enable you as parents to be better informed when speaking to your child about their learning and be able to support them further at home.

 

Please see these links to give you more information about what your child will be studying this half term

Today the Rights Respect and Community Focus Group were very fortunate to host our local MP, Paul Holmes.

 

They presented their Unicef OutRight Campaign on improving road safety in our local area, and these ideas have been taken away for discussion! Before touring our school, we also asked a number of questions  submitted by students from across the school.

 

We are looking forward to working with him again and arranging a visit to London

On Wednesday 21 May we celebrated National Numeracy Day.

 

As part of the day students participated in a mini Olympics event. Congratulations to all participants, and a special shout-out to all our individual event winners too. Well done to each and every participant who earnt valuable points for their house. 

 

Here are some pictures from the day and of our amazing event champions 

Our amazing Year 7 to 9 Art Club students have been busy creating incredible pieces for the Climate Unity exhibition: "Small Worlds – Little Things Make a Big Difference."

 

Their thoughtful and creative work explores how even the smallest actions can have a powerful impact on our planet. 

 

Come and see their work on display at Winchester Art Gallery from 11 July to 16 August. Let’s celebrate their talent and raise awareness through art!

Before the May half-term break, we had an unfortunate incident where a student brought henna ink into school and used it to tattoo another student's arm. Sadly, the student who received the tattoo had an allergic reaction to the henna.

 

This incident is a timely reminder of why we do not have henna and henna tattoos in school. The safety and well-being of our students are always our top priority, and products like henna can sometimes cause unexpected and serious allergic reactions.

We appreciate your support in upholding our school's safety and uniform expectations.

 

Discover the World with Army Sports and Travel

 

Imagine skiing down pristine slopes, organising adventurous trips, and exploring diverse cultures around the globe. With the Army, these experiences are within your reach. The Defence STEM Undergraduate Sponsorship (DSUS) not only helps fund your university education but also provides financial support for Adventurous Training and travel opportunities.

Your Apprenticeship Journey Starts Here

 

We’ve been busy working with new employers, gearing up even more fantastic resources focused on the hot topics of the apprenticeship world today.

 

Our most recent resource is all about recognising the value that an apprenticeship holds, both for the apprentice and the employer. So keep scrolling for tips, tricks, and an introduction to some of the employers we’ve been working with…

Learn Live Broadcast for Parent & Carers on Apprenticeship and Technical Education:

Join us for an exciting Learn Live event on Tuesday, 1st July at 6 PM, designed especially for Parents, Carers, and Guardians. This session will focus
on Apprenticeships and Technical Education—key pathways for young people’s futures.

The broadcast supports The Gatsby Refinements, specifically covering:

• Critical role parents and carers play in shaping young people’s career decisions.
• Provide clear, accessible information to parents about all post-16 and post-18 options.
• Involve parents in career conversations and events.
• The refinements stress the importance of clarity around technical and vocational routes, including apprenticeships. This helps parents:
  Understand the value and structure of apprenticeships and T Levels and compare them confidently with academic routes like A-levels and
  university. Support their children in making realistic and informed choices.
• Understand future job trends and the skills employers are seeking.
• Benchmark 7 (Encounters with Further and Higher Education) now
  includes more structured exposure to technical education
  providers, ensuring that students and their families are aware of:
  Local apprenticeship opportunities.
   Technical colleges and training providers.
   Employer-led pathways and industry placement.

As influential figures in their lives, it’s essential we stay informed about the opportunities available. This broadcast will equip you with the latest insights and practical guidance to help you support and advise with confidence.

Don’t miss out—everything you need to know, all in one place - click here

Sign up: Hampshire Careers Hub – Careers Live

Please see the menu for our hot food options for next week.

 

The main school meal deals are £3.20 which is in line with all Hampshire schools. In a meal deal, students can get one of the meal choices below with a bottle of plain water and a cookie or piece of fruit.

• either of the hot meal options,
• a jacket potato,
• a pasta pot,
• a chicken or beef burger,
• a salad pot (from the salad bar)

We encourage all families to use the free school meals eligibility checker, which can be found here, to determine if they qualify for this entitlement. 

 

Please remember, we can adapt the majority of meals to any dietary needs if we know in advance (your child can speak to kitchen staff by visiting the kitchen before 8:30am that day). Main A/B vegetarian options are always available - just ask Dan and his team.

 

* correct at time of sending, but may be subject to change

What Parents & Educators Need to Know about Emojis

 

Emojis aren’t just digital decoration — they’re often used as a coded language that young people use to express identity, humour and emotion. Without context, they can easily be misunderstood by adults, leading to confusion or missed signals. Some emojis may even mask risky behaviours or emotional struggles.

 

This guide helps decode this ever-evolving language, empowering parents and educators to have more open, informed conversations with the children in their care. It also highlights the meaning of some common emojis and offers practical tips for staying clued-in without snooping or suspicion.

Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts

 

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