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16/10/25 - Sixth Form Open Evening for entry in September 2026

Join us on Thursday 16 October between 5pm and 8pm for the Sixth Form open evening for students looking to join us in September 2026. Our open evening provides an opportunity for prospective students and their parents/carers to explore our Outstanding Sixth Form and meet subject specialist staff and current students. All subjects areas are available to visit throughout the evening without booking, however if you would like to hear our Headteacher's presentation at either 5:30pm or 6:30pm please register below:
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We are a school that fosters positive relationships across the whole community and are committed to ensuring that our students have outstanding learning opportunities across a broad curriculum.  These experiences will help develop their curiosity so they can approach the future with confidence and optimism, knowing that they can help shape the communities in which they live and work.  Our values of Unity Respect Excellence underpin all w...

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Music and Academic Success Go Hand in Hand at Charters

At Charters School, we know that education is about more than just grades — it’s about developing the whole person. That’s why our thriving Music Department is such a key part of school life. Research has consist...

Annabelle Shines at National Athletics Finals

Year 11 student Annabelle has proven that hard work, resilience, and passion can take you to the very top, after an outstanding performance at the National Finals of the Upper Youth Development Athletics League (UYDL) in Liverpool...

Issy Completes Incredible Climb

During August this summer, inspirational student Issy - now in Year 10 - completed a very challenging 2-day climb to the summits of Mount Olympus, Greece. Issy reached Mytikas Peak on 19th August - the highest point in Greec...

Welcome!

We were delighted to welcome our new Year 7 and Year 12 cohort to Charters today and had lots of fun things up our sleeves to help them feel at home, meet new friends and feel engaged members of our school community. The Year 12...

GCSE Results Day 2025

On a bright and sunny August morning, Charters School welcomed back Year 11 students to collect their GCSE results and celebrate their achievements. This year’s cohort began their journey with Charters during the Covid-19 p...

A Level Results 2025

A Level Results Day was a truly special occasion, as we came together to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Year 13 students. The atmosphere was filled with smiles and laughter, as students enjoyed a complimentary cooki...

Magical Trip for Year 7 English Students

Mrs Boorman looks forward to the end of every academic year - and it's not for the reason you may think! July is her favourite time of the school year because she organises an annual trip for Year 7 students to the wonderful w...

Biology: The Devonshire Edition

Five days, one cassowary, 150 snails, and zero chance of a lie-in. Dr Herbert retells the Biology Trip like only he can... Our Year 12 biologists set off last Monday with dreams of a leisurely five-day retreat to sunny Devon &mdas...

Oxbridge Aspirations Take Shape

This week our aspiring Oxbridge applicants in Year 12 were given a valuable insight into the world of Oxford admissions, as we welcomed Holly, the Outreach and Schools Liaison Coordinator from Brasenose College, Oxford, to Charter...

Tesco Grant Supports Essential Parcels

This summer, the spirit of community at Charters School has once again shone brightly through the Essential Parcels initiative - a project made possible thanks to a generous £1,000 Tesco Stronger Starts grant. Yes, those lit...

LSC Students Enjoy a Well-Deserved Day of Fun

This week, ten students from the Learning Support Centre (LSC) were rewarded for their dedication, kindness, and positive attitude with a special trip to Bear Mountain Adventure Golf, and a delicious meal at the on-site resta...

School Celebrates New Garden Space for Alternative Provision

This week, Charters School proudly welcomed guests to a very special celebration in the Sowers & Growers Garden - a blossoming space that is fast becoming the heart of the school’s new alternative provision for students...

Year 10 Food Students Rise to the Challenge – One Dish at a...

This week, the aroma of ambition filled the Food and Nutrition kitchens as our Year 10 GCSE students put their culinary skills to the test in a high-energy, hands-on practice for the future NEA 2 assessment. Although the final...

Budding Horticulturist Helps School Garden Bloom

A once-forgotten corner of Charters School is being lovingly transformed into a vibrant and thriving community garden, thanks to the dedication of the Sowers & Growers group - and one particularly passionate student. Year...

Students Soak Up Summer Cricket Spectacle at the Kia Oval

In the golden glow of the July sunshine, twenty Charters School students were treated to an unforgettable day of cricket, colour, and celebration at the iconic Kia Oval, thanks to Mrs Hartwell’s passion for sharing the excit...

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@chartersschool - 17th Sep 2025

This #NationalInclusionWeek we welcome the conversations taking place across our community. It’s a chance for students and staff to reflect on what inclusion means, and to consider how our everyday actions can ensure everyone feels valued and heard💬✨#Unity #Respect #Excellence pic.twitter.com/hihhSEWkbH

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@chartersschool - 17th Sep 2025

We are ALL thinking about what #INCLUSION means this #NationalInclusionWeek. Miss Follett, our 2nd in #Science said, 'To me inclusion means, giving everyone equitable opportunities, acknowledging that every person is different, and accepting and celebrating this.'#Unity #Respect pic.twitter.com/TlOGjx3E9t

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@chartersschool - 17th Sep 2025

🌋 From glaciers in Iceland to coastal studies in Devon, our fieldtrips bring learning alive for A Level students building skills beyond the classroom Discover @Charters6Form at our OPEN EVENING 16/10, 5-8pm Register here for our Headteacher's presentation https://t.co/VIzvAqmggv pic.twitter.com/O81ASmKak9

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@chartersschool - 17th Sep 2025

Inclusion means being part of a community where everyone feels they truly belong & are valued for who they are. embracing & respecting backgrounds & circumstances & ensuring no one is left behind. Being positive, open & supportive creates a strong, connected school community. pic.twitter.com/VpoI0HESFd

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@chartersschool - 16th Sep 2025

📜Love understanding the past? With #ALevelHistory at Charters, explore key events & debates while developing critical thinking & analysis. That’s why students #LoveOurSixthForm#ALevelHistory Visit our Open Evening on 16/10/25, 5-8pm, & discover @Charters6Form for yourself. pic.twitter.com/GSmb1mUERt

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@chartersschool - 16th Sep 2025

We're asking staff & students what #NationalInclusionWeek means to them. It means that no one is left out to this student, whatever race or religion you are, everyone is equally important.#ChartersTogether #Unity #Respect #Excellence pic.twitter.com/vYGCAInEyt

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@chartersschool - 16th Sep 2025

Our entire school community is thinking about how we can support each other this #NationalInclusionWeek. It reinforces our core values of #Unity #Respect #Excellence and ensures we look out for one another. pic.twitter.com/QF7emaePYm

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@chartersschool - 16th Sep 2025

This #NationalInclusionWeek, members of our school community tell us what INCLUSION means to them. Mr Stephenson tells us that at Charters, INCLUSION is a place where everyone is heard, everyone can shine, and no one is left out.#DEI #NowIsTheTime pic.twitter.com/sLonTIe768

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@chartersschool - 16th Sep 2025

🥪 Choose 4 items from the Chill Deal fridge – filled rolls, 🍫 snack pots, 🍪 mini home bakes & 🥛 a yogurt pot – and build your own lunch! Great value & super healthy!#SchoolLunch #Nutritious #Delicious pic.twitter.com/xEkE1x5QWD

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