Cranbourne School

Join us on Wednesday 25 February for our Spring Concert, where our talented students will be putting on a spectacular show jampacked with musical performances. Tickets cost £4 for adults and £2 for students, will all proceeds going straight back into the Music and Performing Arts Department for future events. Students can find the sign up sheet in M-Block, or speak to Mx Philo. We can't wait to watch our students thrive on stage – show your support and book your tickets today at www.ticketsource.co.uk/cranbourne-school

The latest edition of The Cranbourne Catch Up is out now! Read all about our Cluster Conference, the upcoming Spring Concert and the Performing Arts trip to see Strictly Come Dancing Live. Find it on the Edulink Noticeboard or online at www.cranbourne.hants.sch.uk/newsletter

Here are our first role model students of 2026! Well done for all of your hard work and representing our Cranbourne values in every aspect of school life. Your certificates will be given to you in PDL.

Performances of Guys and Dolls Jr are fast approaching and set to rock the boat from Tuesday 10 February. With just 12 days to go, our spectacular cast are busy polishing dance routines and perfecting lines, and can't wait to deliver a showstopping performance for you all! Don't miss your chance to see them in action – book tickets today at www.ticketsource.co.uk/cranbourne-school

On Friday 23 January, we were delighted to welcome the School Councils from our cluster schools to Cranbourne for our annual Cluster Conference. This year's theme was 'Disconnect to Reconnect', where we explored a smartphone-free world and how we can use our communication skills to connect with each other – without using screens! Throughout the day, the students engaged in a number of activities ranging from creative crafts to communication bingo. Our Green Cranbourne students organised the Nature Texture Trail, where students used their senses to explore the great outdoors and collect 10 items. Mr Kimber turned our Gym into a fantastic obstacle course - which had to be completed whilst blindfolded! The students put their communication skills to the test and worked together to problem solve. We were so impressed by how well the younger students engaged with every activity and got stuck in. Our Student Ambassadors were enthusiastic and encouraging leaders and truly a credit to the Cranbourne Community. A big thank you to Miss Miller and all staff involved in organising the conference, we hope our cluster schools had a great time! We're already looking forward to next year's event!

On Thursday 22 January, our KS3 Green Cranbourne students attended the Climate Conference, hosted at Queen Mary's College, Basingstoke. The day was organised by The Vyne School and our students engaged in a number of exciting activities from talks about endangered species, and climate literacy to practicals testing PH levels of liquids and creative painting. We were blown away with the confidence shown by our students throughout the day, asking thought provoking questions about wildlife conservation and answering some tough questions. A big thank you to all involved in organising such a fantastic event! Be sure to read this week's Cranbourne Catch Up for the full write up!

Don't forget we open the Cranbourne Food Pantry every Thursday between 11.15am and 12.15pm for members of our Cranbourne Community to take what they need – no questions asked.

On Friday 23 January, 40 of our students travelled to Utilita Arena Birmingham and spent an unforgettable evening watching Strictly Come Dancing: The Live Tour. Our students were a real credit to Cranbourne, displaying impeccable behaviour throughout the event. They enthusiastically cheered and clapped along, fully engaged in the electric atmosphere. The scale, professionalism and energy of the show offered our students a valuable insight into live performance and the performing arts industry leaving students inspired and excited. A big thank you to Mr Juliff, Mrs Vaughan and Mrs Owen for attending and allowing our students to have this incredible opportunity!

Don't forget to cast your vote for the new Parent Governor at Cranbourne - votes must be received by 12pm on Thursday 29 January. Information on how to vote has been sent on Edulink.

On Wednesday 28 January, Hampshire CAMHS are running a session to help parents and carers support young people experiencing anxiety. Find out more information and to book on, visit https://hampshirecamhs.nhs.uk/events/anxiety-jan26/

On Monday 9 February, the School Age Immunisation Service will be in school to deliver the 3-in-1 Teenage Booster and Meningitis vaccination to Year 9 students. To find out more information and to complete the e-consent form, please visit https://www.healthforkids.co.uk/hampshire/teenage-booster-tetanus-diphtheria-polio-meningitis/

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, AWE is working in conjunction with PathwayCTM to deliver an evening webinar session. Join them on Tuesday 10 February between 5.30pm and 6.30pm to find out more about AWE, apprenticeship opportunities on offer and hear from current apprentices. Register for the event at https://pathwayctm.com/event/naw-spotlight-on-apprenticeships-at-awe/

Congratulations to our students who competed at the Hampshire School Cross Country Championships this weekend. Abigail, Joseph, Harrison and Ed faced some very tough competition in their races, but we couldn't be prouder of them for their perseverance and dedication. Well done to Emma, who placed 14th and has qualified for the South East Schools Cross Country Championships at the end of January – the Cranbourne Community will be cheering you on!

We're pleased to announce ties, toolkits and phone pouches are now available to be purchased via ParentPay. You'll be able to see these items permanently listed on your ParentPay account by clicking 'Pay for Other Items'. Items can be purchased as and when needed without having to contact the Finance Office and will be delivered directly to your child during the school day. We hope this change will make it easier for parents and carers to purchase items when necessary.