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Students from @sidleshamprimaryschool and Southbourne Primary School visited @chichesterhighsch today for our very first Telling Tales workshop, and what a fantastic day it was! The children showed incredible imagination and enthusiasm as they created their own stories, which were then brought to life with the help of IT. From storytelling to performance, every student embraced the experience with confidence and creativity. We were absolutely blown away by their talent, teamwork, and energy throughout the day. It was wonderful to see so many brilliant ideas shared and performed so brilliantly. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making the workshop such a success - we are already looking forward to welcoming the students back again next year for another inspiring Telling Tales experience! #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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A message for Year 4 and 5 Primary students. Join us at @chichesterhighsch for another FREE event! Students will tackle pirate-themed science and maths challenges as they search for hidden treasure - from cracking codes to solving puzzles and investigating clues. Spaces are limited, so early booking is essential. Pirate costumes welcome! Students should bring a packed lunch and be accompanied by a staff member or chaperone. Get in touch to reserve your place. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Today, our Year 12 Sports Academy students enjoyed a fantastic visit to @universityofchichester, taking part in a range of exciting sports course taster sessions. Students explored Sports Psychology through a darts challenge focused on concentration and performance, before learning about biomechanics, reaction time, and power in a Sports & Exercise Science session (with Miss Higgins joining in too!). They also experienced PE & Sports Coaching through small-sided games and finished the day with Sports Therapy, learning how to strap an ankle for support. Alongside exploring the university’s excellent facilities, students spoke with current undergraduates and gained valuable insight into student life. A fun, informative, and inspiring day - our Sports Academy students were a real credit to @chichesterhighsch Many thanks to the University of Chichester for hosting us! #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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On a very windy Wednesday morning, six CCF RAF cadets set off early for MOD Boscombe Down to experience flying in the Grob Tutor aircraft. With gusts close to the upper safety limits for cadet flying, there was uncertainty throughout the day, but all six cadets were ultimately able to take to the skies. For two cadets, it was their first opportunity to fly in a powered aircraft as RAF cadets. The Grob Tutor, used by all three armed services for elementary pilot training, gave cadets an exciting insight into military aviation, with some even choosing to experience aerobatic manoeuvres, including loop-the-loops. The visit provided a memorable and enriching day for all involved, as cadets experienced life on a busy military base and watched other aircraft operating around the airfield. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Our @chichesterhighsch Year 10 dancers had the privilege of welcoming students from @chi_college to our studio today - and what an inspiring experience it was! Not only were we treated to an incredible preview performance of Crescendo, which completely captivated our students, but the dancers also delivered a high-energy workshop packed with creativity, passion, and professionalism. There is something truly special about learning from aspiring performers who are so dedicated to their craft. Our students left feeling motivated, challenged, and inspired to push themselves even further in their own dance journeys. A huge thank you to everyone involved for bringing such talent, enthusiasm, and positivity into our studio today. We loved every moment! #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Our @chichesterhighsch Year 10 Hospitality and Catering students recently welcomed @chichesterdc Environmental Health Officer Abi Farr, who brought her role to life through an informative and interactive session. Having already studied the role of an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) in their theory lessons, students were excited to deepen their understanding through real-world examples and practical activities. Abi explained how businesses achieve their Food Safety Ratings and highlighted what an EHO looks for during inspections. Students also took part in a fascinating experiment to see how bacteria can spread. Using ultraviolet cream on green beans, they chopped and prepared the beans before using UV light to reveal how contamination transferred onto hands, chopping boards and other surfaces. The session also gave students the opportunity to analyse recipes and identify the allergens present in different dishes, helping them to further develop their food safety knowledge and awareness. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools #environmentalawareness #enviromentalhealth

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We recently welcomed our future Year 6 students to the very first session of our @chichesterhighsch ‘Little Chefs Club’ The children enjoyed their first practical experience in our Food Technology classrooms, where they learned how to make our famous fork biscuits. Everyone had a fantastic time, showing great enthusiasm and creativity throughout the session. We are already looking forward to welcoming them back again next week for more delicious fun! #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Girls Sharpie Cup The @chichesterhighsch Year 7 girls had a fantastic day attending the Sharpie Cup, run by @universityofchichester students. The girls showed great enthusiasm, teamwork and determination throughout the day while enjoying the opportunity to develop their skills. A big thank you goes to Ruben, Jimmy and Wilf for their excellent coaching and support throughout the day. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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A huge well done to our Year 11 Hospitality & Catering students as they complete their exams! Mrs Bishop and Miss Gardner have had these beautiful wooden spoons specially made as a keepsake for the Class of 2026 - a small reminder of all the hard work, creativity, and dedication shown throughout the course. We are so proud of everything our students have achieved and can’t wait to see what they do next. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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A fantastic first fixture for the U13 girls against The Regis School. The girls played exceptionally well, showing great teamwork and determination throughout. A brilliant start to the cricket season. CHS – 163 runs The Regis – 128 runs A huge thank you to @englandcricket for the equipment sent earlier this year - it is already being put to great use, and we are loving it. #WeTHRIVEatCHS

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Session 1 of 3 of lacrosse coaching delivered by the fantastic @chichesterhighsch Sports Ambassadors with the fabulous children at West Dean Primary School, a beautiful school set in the heart of the countryside. Today’s session was full of energy, teamwork, and new skills as the children learned how to cradle the ball, dodge defenders, and improve their passing techniques. The Sports Ambassadors did a brilliant job encouraging confidence, communication, and teamwork throughout the session. To finish, the children took part in a fast-paced game of end ball with a fun twist - teams also had the challenge of stealing the opposition’s ball, adding even more excitement, strategy, and laughter to the game! A fantastic start to the programme, and we’re already looking forward to session 2. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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The second day of the Bronze DofE began early beneath a grey, damp sky, with a light rain falling as the groups set off along the river towards Bramber. Despite the wet start, spirits remained high and the Year 9 students tackled the route with determination and enthusiasm. After reaching Bramber, the teams joined the Monarch’s Way, following the trail back towards Cissbury Ring to complete the expedition. Along the way there was plenty of laughter, constant chatter, and countless stories shared between friends, helping to keep morale high even as the miles began to take their toll. The students worked incredibly hard throughout the day, showing resilience, teamwork, and a positive attitude in challenging conditions. By the end of the walk, everyone could feel a real sense of achievement, having pushed themselves through the rain and completed another important stage of their Bronze DofE journey. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Some of our @chichesterhighsch Year 9 students are taking part in their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award practice expedition. The expedition involves a two-day walking challenge combined with an overnight camp, giving students the opportunity to develop their teamwork, resilience, navigation, and outdoor skills. On the first morning, each group walks alongside a member of staff to recap essential navigation techniques, including map reading, route planning, and compass bearings. Once staff are confident that students are prepared, the groups have the opportunity to continue sections of the route independently between designated checkpoints, allowing them to put their training and decision-making skills into practice. The weather has started positively, with good conditions for walking and camping, and we are hoping it continues throughout the weekend. We wish all students the very best as they take on this exciting challenge and look forward to hearing about their experiences on their return. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Our prospective Oxbridge students had an incredible opportunity to visit @oxford_uni and @spc_oxford They attended an insightful presentation on personal statements from the Oxford Admissions team, along with engaging seminars from Dr Mary Marshall (Theology) and Professor Mike Bonsall (STEM). The sessions challenged students’ critical thinking skills and gave them a real insight into life as an Oxford student. The day also included a tour of @worcestercollegeoxford, the Ashmolean Museum and Blackwell’s Bookshop. Students were delighted to meet @chichesterhighsch alumna Madeliene Halsey, now studying French and Portuguese at Oxford University. This unique experience, made possible through our TKAT links, highlights the fantastic opportunities available to our Sixth Form students. Huge thanks to David Churchill and Vickie Smith from @tkatacademies - The Kemnal Academies Trust for organising such an aspirational event. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Wishing Sir David Attenborough a very happy 100th birthday from our @chichesterhighsch High community!

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A fantastic effort from the @chichesterhighsch Year 8 boys in their final football fixture of the season. Despite the result not going their way, the team showed great determination, resilience, and teamwork from start to finish, never giving up and continuing to support one another throughout the match. There were plenty of positives to take from the performance, with players showing real progress, commitment, and a positive attitude on and off the pitch. The boys should be proud of the effort they have put in across the season and can look ahead to next year with confidence. Attention now turns to the upcoming summer sports fixtures, where we look forward to seeing the same enthusiasm and teamwork continue! #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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CHS students recently attended the Athletics Championships at the Mountbatten Centre, where they represented the school with fantastic enthusiasm, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day. Every student gave their best effort in their events, supported one another from the sidelines, and cheered on their teammates with great encouragement and positivity. Their behaviour was outstanding at all times and they were a real credit to the school. It was wonderful to see such teamwork, resilience, and confidence on display, both on and off the track. A huge well done to everyone who took part - here are some of the top results from the day. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Exploring the Jurassic Coast: Year 12 Geography Fieldwork in Dorset Year 12 Geographers spent three days at Leeson House Field Studies Centre in #Dorset, applying classroom theory to real fieldwork for their NEA. In Poundbury, they investigated “Sense of Place” using environmental quality surveys and semantic differential scales, evaluating whether the planned town feels authentic or artificial. At Chesil Beach, students studied coastal processes through beach profiling and sediment analysis, exploring longshore drift, storm impacts, and pebble sorting along the tombolo. Evenings were spent analysing data and building group cohesion, ending with a campfire at Leeson House. The trip developed essential fieldwork skills and deepened understanding of UK coastal and urban environments. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemnalSchools

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Two of our @chichesterhighsch Year 13 students recently entered the Royal Academy Summer Show 2026 selection process with the impressive pieces. Grace Corrie with her Kenya trip-inspired photographic print on fabric, and Quinn Tessier with an oil self-portrait on canvas. Although neither piece was selected for this year’s exhibition, the competition was incredibly tough, with more than 25,000 applicants from across the country. We are extremely proud of both students and the outstanding work they produced - their pieces look fantastic! #WeTHRIVEatCHS #KemalSchools

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Today was our second day at the @goodwoodartfoundation where our @chichesterhighsch Year 7 students continued their exciting residency programme. We are incredibly lucky to be the first secondary school to take part in a residency here, giving students a unique opportunity to work within such an inspiring creative environment. During the session, students explored the sculptures and surrounding landscape, developing their ideas through observational sketching and creative activities. They also continued experimenting with printmaking techniques, building confidence and creativity while responding to the artwork and natural setting around them. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #kemnalschools

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