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Just a quick reminder that we do NOT have an inset day and that school will be OPEN AS NORMAL ON FRIDAY.
Please ensure your child attends as usual.
Thank you for your continued support!
Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about working with young people? We're looking for a Cover Supervisor to support our students and staff by supervising lessons during teacher absences. For more information and to apply, visit qks.social/jobs
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Information Evening: Supporting Students with Exams and Revision
for parents and students in Year 10 & 11, to give you additional information on exams and how to support with revision
Tuesday 14 October, 6pm - 7pm in the Upper School Hall
A huge thank you to Nick from Cumbria Police for inspiring 265 of our students last week. He shared the wide variety of careers available in policing and explained the different entry routes into the force.
#StudentOfTheWeek is Layla in Y8, nominated by Miss Sigsworth: "Layla has really impressed me so far this year with her willingness to have a go and participate in lessons with enthusiasm. Well done Layla!" #QKSProudToBelong
Thanks to the 2 Daves from Abseil Commercial for delivering an employer talk to 208 students. They gave an excellent insight into the company’s work & the range of career opportunities available, also highlighting how the essential skills developed in school transfer directly into the workplace.
#StudentOfTheWeek is Hendrix in Year 10, nominated by Mr Rawson "Hendrix has had a really positive start to Year 10. He has been focused, engaged, well organise and has completed work to an impressive standard. Well done!" #QKSProudToBelong
Thanks to Jayne Routledge, Technology and Digital Director at Everyturn Mental Health for the first of this years employer talks to 167 students. She spoke about the impact and influence of IT Leadership, being female in male dominated industries, the importance of passion, drive and resilience.
We are looking for a full-time Site Assistant to join our dedicated team in Kendal️.
If you're practical, reliable, and ready to help maintain a safe and welcoming school environment, we want to hear from you! For more information and to apply, visit qks.social/jobs
Lost Property Walkaround – Friday 5 September
Many clothes, shoes, and bags were left in lockers before summer and are now in Lost Property. Please remind your child to check and claim any missing items tomorrow at break and lunch in the CLL. Unclaimed items will be donated or disposed of.
Year 7, 10 and 12 Students will be getting their photos taken tomorrow. Don't forget to bring your smiles!
If you are have ordered new School Uniform over the summer to be delivered to School, it will be available to collect on Tuesday 2 September 11am-1pm. A stationery shop will also be open to purchase whiteboards, Calculators and Ties.
If you are ordering new School Uniform to be delivered to School, it will be available to collect on Tuesday 2 September 11am-1pm. A stationery shop will also be open to purchase whiteboards, Calculators and Ties.
Our summer assembly has just finished with fantastic bands, some cold water forfeits and the presentation of the Sports Day and Overall house trophies. Have a great and safe summer, see you in September! #QKSProudToBelong
Last week our Key Stage Three performance of Anasi took place. Thank you to everyone for their amazing support. #QKSProudToBelong
Sorrento Day 5 - Amalfi Coast, Ravello and a final evening swim in the Mediterranean
Please ensure all lockers are emptied and padlocks removed by Friday.
Any remaining locks or belongings will be cleared.
Sorrento Day 4 - Fondo Galatea, Vesuvio and Crepuscule Swim Club #sustainablepizza #naturalhazards #twilightmediterranean
Sorrento Day 4 - Fondo Galatea, Vesuvio and sunset swimming
Sorrento Day 3 - Pompeii and Valle Dell'Orso #romanculture #pooltime
Sorrento Day 2 - 6am run club, 6.30am swim club, Capri and Monte Solaro #excitingopportunities
Sorrento Day 1 - Benvenuti in Italia!
To celebrate International Women in Engineering 10 year 8 students spent the day at a STEM event at BAE Systems, including workshops on nuclear energy, advanced manufacturing, electrical engineering and energy solutions.