SPARX Maths – A Huge Well Done!

As many of you will know, we use the SPARX Maths programme to help support and deepen students’ understanding of key mathematical concepts. We've just received this year's statistics – and they’re truly impressive!

1,481,217 questions answered correctly by students

24,663 hours of personalised maths practice

153,760 misconceptions and knowledge gaps addressed

These numbers show what we already know – that regular use of SPARX really does help students improve their skills and build confidence, whatever stage of maths they're at.

A special well done goes to our star students for this year:

• Year 7 – Jackson D
• Year 8 – Ahmed K
• Year 9 – Jacob H
• Year 10 – Maya V
• Year 11 – Holly K

We’re so proud of all of you – keep up the fantastic work!

Curriculum Enrichment Day

Tuesday saw our exciting Curriculum Enrichment Day, with each year group diving deep into different learning themes:

• Year 7 explored the use of maths in real-world applications linked to PE and engineering
• Year 8 spent the day thinking about biodiversity and designing local habitats
• Year 9 became journalists for the day, running a newsroom and creating articles for various forms of media
• Year 10 took part in an inspiring Ethics Day with speakers from Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, the Baha’i faith, and Humanism

It was fantastic to see students fully embracing the activities – their enthusiasm and engagement were a joy to see!

Summer Concert

This week saw another fantastic concert in school with over 150 students taking part and music being played from Black Sabbath to Verdi.  Thank you to all who took part and all the parents and carers who came along to support.  A special thank you goes to the Music department for organising the event.

Attachment Aware Schools Award – Silver!

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve been awarded the Attachment Aware Schools Silver Award, building on the Bronze Award we achieved last year.

This recognition is part of our work with the AfC Virtual School, in collaboration with the Educational Psychology Service, and reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting all our students – especially those who have experienced trauma or face challenges related to attachment.

The award celebrates the steps we’re taking to become an even more inclusive, responsive, and supportive school for every member of our community.

Hot weather & PE Kit

With high temperatures expected to continue until 18 July, students are welcome to come into school in their Charter PE kit for the remainder of term to help them stay cool and comfortable.

We know many students were disappointed that Sports Day had to be cancelled – especially our Year 10s, who were looking forward to their final one. We really did explore every possibility, but with clear skies and temperatures of around 30°C, it wouldn’t have been safe to have everyone out on the fields with no shade for several hours. Thank you for your understanding.

September 2025

A reminder of the start of the school year:

3^rd September Year 7 and Year 12 in school
4^th September all year groups in school

School uniform requirements can be found HERE

Approach to Mobile Phones and YONDR Pouches information HERE

Behaviour and Relationship Policy can be found HERE  

CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S NEWS STORIES BY CLICKING ON THE IMAGES BELOW

Arianna Plays for Basketball England U14s

Japan Club Takes Magical Trip to See My Neighbour Totoro in London

A Night of Talent at the Summer Concert

Stock Market Challenge

2025 Curriculum Enrichment Day

Year 9 Watch Open Air Production of Noughts & Crosses

Music Outreach

Exploring the World of Construction Careers

NEWS IN BRIEF

FUTSAL SUCCESS

Congratulations to Sonny, Rhys and Tom in Year 9 who played in the England National Futsal Final last weekend.  Their team Ascot FC were triumphant, winning the match against West Yorkshire FC by an outstanding 14-1.  Well done to them all and we look forward to hearing about their next season.

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A round-up of the sporting fixtures over the past two weeks...

Well done to everyone!

TENNIS

A huge congratulations to the U13 Girls who won the Tennis County Cup Final on Monday against Claire’s Court! They played fantastically at Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre and are now through to Regionals in September!

 

ENGLISH SCHOOLS

Good luck to Bethany (100m), Holly (300m) and Olly (400mH) who have all qualified for English Schools Athletics this weekend. If you would like to watch the events unfold in real time you can watch the event stream live over the two days via these links:

  

YEAR 7 -  LILY 7B

Getting on with school as usual despite disruptions due to the school trip and being in a combined tutor group for the week

YEAR 8 (LAST WEEK) - FRAN 8I

Just for being a wonderful student who always does the right thing in every lesson.

YEAR 10 - ELOISE 10E

For demonstrating perseverance and resilience in her English spoken assessment, she was well prepared.

YEAR 12 - ELLA 12G2

For fully embracing work experience and making the most of being in Spain to practice her language skills.

STICKINS

We suggest that each piece of uniform is clearly named so that items can be found quickly and easily if mislaid. Any un-named items that are not collected from lost property at the end of each term are donated to charity.

You could help raise funds for our school and safeguard your belongings by using name labels from Stickins. They are quick and easy to use as there is no sewing or ironing involved and if you quote fundraising number 4071 when placing an order, Charters School will receive a small commission.

https://www.stikins.co.uk

BE PREPARED

EVERY DAY STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BRING...

HOPE CHURCH FOOD SHARE

The Hope Church food share takes place each Tuesday from 12pm-1pm. 

The items include mainly fresh food and bakery items donated from local supermarkets. The food is at the end of its shelf life (but still perfectly fine to eat!) and would otherwise just go to waste. Bring a bag to fill up, stop for a chat and a cup of tea (and cake!!) and warm up in the church. ALL welcome, no voucher/referral required.

Hope Church, Sunningdale, The Hope Centre, High Street Sunningdale, (next to Nag’s Head).

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