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The countdown to September is on! Some of our Mary Poppins cast have been collecting their scripts and are ready to start learning their lines as rehearsals get underway. We can’t wait to see this talented group bring the magic to life on stage. Watch this space for updates as we begin our journey to Mary Poppins! #MaryPoppins #SchoolProduction #PerformingArts #TheArts #Drama #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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As the school year comes to an end, our Forest School sessions at Goodwood Education Trust have drawn to a close with a fantastic final day of games, burgers and hot chocolates topped with plenty of cream. It has been a wonderful year, with several groups of Year 8 students enjoying the opportunity to visit the farm, meet a variety of animals – from piglets and calves to the adult livestock – explore the automated milking parlour, and experience the beauty of the forest through the changing seasons. Favourite activities such as shelter building, eagle eye, wood carving and creating a range of woodland crafts were enjoyed by everyone. There was always plenty of excitement during the fire-lighting challenge, with students competing to get their fire going first before helping to prepare and cook food together. Throughout every session, our students have been a credit to the school. They worked hard, supported one another and approached every challenge with enthusiasm, resilience and teamwork. Well done to all of our Year 8 students. You should be incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and have set a high benchmark for next year’s Forest School participants. A huge thank you to Goodwood for providing such an incredible opportunity and for their continued support of our students throughout the year. #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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Following our recent fly fishing workshop, Steve has kindly shared this poster from the local fly fishing club, featuring a range of free taster sessions for anyone interested in giving fly fishing a go. If your child enjoyed the workshop or others would like to try something new, these sessions are a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, learn new skills and spend time outdoors with experienced anglers. Please take a look at the poster for dates, times and booking information. A huge thank you to Steve, Tony and everyone at the club for continuing to support our students and inspiring the next generation of fly fishers. #WeTHRIVEatCHS TKAT - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools #FlyFishing #OutdoorLearning #SkillsForLife #LearningBeyondTheClassroom
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Year 12 Work Experience: Building Skills, Confidence and Future Careers Our Year 12 students have had an incredible time on work experience, embracing opportunities across a wide range of industries and demonstrating the professionalism, enthusiasm and determination that make us so proud. Throughout the week, students have gained valuable insight into careers in local government, healthcare, finance, education, engineering, property development, veterinary care, the arts and many more. There have been some truly outstanding success stories. Ava impressed colleagues during her placement at County Hall, with discussions already taking place about a potential apprenticeship. At Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, Vanessa experienced the fast-paced world of healthcare, while Lauren flourished at St Anthony’s, supporting both the Art and English departments. Danny and Alan developed their practical and problem-solving skills in the laboratory, preparing solutions, while Joshua stepped confidently into the classroom, teaching the Hooke’s Law required practical to a Year 10 science group. Employers have been full of praise for our students. At Chesnara, Lillie and Mia worked both in the London office and remotely, gaining experience across Finance, HR, Legal, Sustainability and Transformation. They even met the UK CEO and completed research into the Apprenticeship Levy, receiving glowing feedback for their professionalism, engagement and maturity. Milly impressed the team at PetPals Chichester, where she quickly became a valued member of the business. Her enthusiasm, confidence and willingness to learn shone through as she experienced both the practical and business aspects of running a successful company. Edward has excelled during his placement at Pall, developing CAD skills from scratch and progressing so quickly that he has now begun a second week with the company. Meanwhile, Felix has been gaining valuable experience in property development with Landsec, and Lilly has taken on significant responsibilities during her placement at Chichester District Council, with her mentor praising her commitment and capability. In our local schools, Rachel has made a fantastic impression at Bersted Green Primary School, while Poppy, Jaiden and Chloe have been helping prepare for a Year 4 and 5 event at Chichester Free School alongside Creative-Beatz and JAM Café. The feedback we have received from employers has been overwhelmingly positive, with many commenting on our students’ professionalism, confidence, enthusiasm and willingness to contribute from day one. Reflecting on the week, Mr Freeman, Head of Year 12, said: “The Year 12 students at Chichester High School have been outstanding throughout their work experience placements. They have demonstrated excellent enthusiasm, professionalism and a willingness to learn new skills in a variety of workplace settings. Their positive attitudes, reliability and confidence have impressed employers and reflected great credit on the school. This valuable experience has helped students develop essential employability skills, preparing them well for future education, training and successful careers.” A huge thank you to every employer who welcomed our students and invested their time in helping them develop. These experiences are invaluable, giving our young people the confidence, skills and inspiration to take their next steps towards exciting future careers. We are incredibly proud of every one of our Year 12 students for representing Chichester High School so brilliantly. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #WorkExperience #CareersEducation #FutureReady #SkillsForLife #EmployerPartnerships #Employability #InspiringFutures TKAT - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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The final day of the Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition saw our students set off feeling tired but determined, ready to take on the last stage of their adventure. With a shorter route planned, they were able to enjoy longer breaks, taking in the peaceful surroundings, the sounds of the forest and the local wildlife. It also gave them the chance to reflect on the friendships they had strengthened over the past three days and celebrate what they had achieved together. A huge congratulations to everyone for successfully completing this stage of their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. You should all be incredibly proud of your resilience, teamwork and determination. Well done! #WeTHRIVEatCHS TKAT - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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Day two of the Silver DofE expedition began with an early start and a chilly wind, meaning many students reached for their jumpers and extra layers. As the day progressed, the weather warmed up, allowing the group to enjoy extended breaks in the shade of the forest before continuing their journey. Arriving at their next campsite before the hottest part of the day, the students worked together to pitch their tents and get settled for the evening. To round off another successful day, they enjoyed a campsite favourite – homemade s’mores with marshmallows and chocolate biscuits. #WeTHRIVEatCHS TKAT - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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Our talented Performing Arts students enjoyed a wonderful visit to Wellington Grange, Chichester Colten Care, where they entertained residents with an uplifting performance of singing and dancing. It was a fantastic opportunity for our students to share their talents, bring smiles to the residents’ faces, and experience the joy that music and performance can bring to the community. Thank you to everyone at Wellington Grange for such a warm welcome - we look forward to visiting again! #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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Day One of the Silver DofE Expedition saw students set off through the beautiful New Forest, walking from the Canadian Memorial to Foxlease. The warm weather was made more comfortable by a gentle breeze, and much of the route took the groups through the shade of the woodland. Along the way, students enjoyed spotting the New Forest’s famous free-roaming horses and donkeys, while one group was lucky enough to encounter a small herd of deer moving quietly through the trees. It was a fantastic start to the expedition, with everyone embracing the challenge and enjoying the stunning surroundings. #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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The CHS CCF Contingent recently received an award in recognition of their outstanding efforts supporting The Great Tommy Sleep Out earlier this year. A total of 31 cadets and adult volunteers took part, spending the night in tents or, for some, improvised parachute shelters. Throughout the event they developed valuable survival skills, including fire lighting, bushcraft, and shelter building. Thanks to the incredible support of sponsors, they raised an amazing £2,332, earning a trophy from the Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE) as one of their Top Fundraising Groups. A fantastic achievement and a testament to the dedication, teamwork and resilience of everyone involved. Congratulations to all! #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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A special moment at Talbot House, as one of our students took the opportunity to play the piano. Once a place of peace and respite for soldiers during the First World War, Talbot House continues to inspire quiet reflection. It was a privilege to see history, music and remembrance come together in such a meaningful way. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #YpresTrip #TalbotHouse #LearningBeyondTheClassroom
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Together, we remember. Standing together some of the many significant sites across Ypres, our students took time to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who served during the First World War. These shared moments of remembrance are at the heart of this unforgettable educational visit. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #YpresTrip #LestWeForget
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14 Records Broken at CHS Sports Day What a fantastic day of sporting achievement at Chichester High School with students showing incredible determination, teamwork and commitment. Across the events, an impressive 14 school records were broken, showcasing the talent and dedication of our students. Congratulations to all our competitors for representing their houses with pride and making this year’s Sports Day one to remember. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #sportsday #RecordsBroken TKAT - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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The countdown to September is on! Some of our Mary Poppins cast have been collecting their scripts and are ready to start learning their lines as rehearsals get underway. We can’t wait to see this talented group bring the magic to life on stage. Watch this space for updates as we begin our journey to Mary Poppins! #MaryPoppins #SchoolProduction #PerformingArts #TheArts #Drama WeTHRIVEatCHS
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As the school year comes to an end, our Forest School sessions at @goodwoodeducationtrust have drawn to a close with a fantastic final day of games, burgers and hot chocolates topped with plenty of cream. It has been a wonderful year, with several groups of Year 8 students enjoying the opportunity to visit the farm, meet a variety of animals – from piglets and calves to the adult livestock – explore the automated milking parlour, and experience the beauty of the forest through the changing seasons. Favourite activities such as shelter building, eagle eye, wood carving and creating a range of woodland crafts were enjoyed by everyone. There was always plenty of excitement during the fire-lighting challenge, with students competing to get their fire going first before helping to prepare and cook food together. Throughout every session, our students have been a credit to the school. They worked hard, supported one another and approached every challenge with enthusiasm, resilience and teamwork. Well done to all of our Year 8 students. You should be incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and have set a high benchmark for next year’s Forest School participants. A huge thank you to Goodwood for providing such an incredible opportunity and for their continued support of our students throughout the year. #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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The final day of the Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition saw our students set off feeling tired but determined, ready to take on the last stage of their adventure. With a shorter route planned, they were able to enjoy longer breaks, taking in the peaceful surroundings, the sounds of the forest and the local wildlife. It also gave them the chance to reflect on the friendships they had strengthened over the past three days and celebrate what they had achieved together. A huge congratulations to everyone for successfully completing this stage of their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. You should all be incredibly proud of your resilience, teamwork and determination. Well done! #WeTHRIVEatCHS @tkatacademies - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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Day two of the Silver DofE expedition began with an early start and a chilly wind, meaning many students reached for their jumpers and extra layers. As the day progressed, the weather warmed up, allowing the group to enjoy extended breaks in the shade of the forest before continuing their journey. Arriving at their next campsite before the hottest part of the day, the students worked together to pitch their tents and get settled for the evening. To round off another successful day, they enjoyed a campsite favourite – homemade s’mores with marshmallows and chocolate biscuits. #WeTHRIVEatCHS @tkatacademies - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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Our talented Performing Arts students enjoyed a wonderful visit to Wellington Grange, Chichester, @coltencareuk where they entertained residents with an uplifting performance of singing and dancing. It was a fantastic opportunity for our students to share their talents, bring smiles to the residents’ faces, and experience the joy that music and performance can bring to the community. Thank you to everyone at Wellington Grange for such a warm welcome - we look forward to visiting again! #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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Day One of the Silver DofE Expedition saw students set off through the beautiful New Forest, walking from the Canadian Memorial to Foxlease. The warm weather was made more comfortable by a gentle breeze, and much of the route took the groups through the shade of the woodland. Along the way, students enjoyed spotting the New Forest’s famous free-roaming horses and donkeys, while one group was lucky enough to encounter a small herd of deer moving quietly through the trees. It was a fantastic start to the expedition, with everyone embracing the challenge and enjoying the stunning surroundings. #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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The CHS CCF Contingent recently received an award in recognition of their outstanding efforts supporting The Great Tommy Sleep Out earlier this year. A total of 31 cadets and adult volunteers took part, spending the night in tents or, for some, improvised parachute shelters. Throughout the event they developed valuable survival skills, including fire lighting, bushcraft, and shelter building. Thanks to the incredible support of sponsors, they raised an amazing £2,332, earning a trophy from the Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE) as one of their Top Fundraising Groups. A fantastic achievement and a testament to the dedication, teamwork and resilience of everyone involved. Congratulations to all! #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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A special moment at Talbot House, as one of our students took the opportunity to play the piano. Once a place of peace and respite for soldiers during the First World War, Talbot House continues to inspire quiet reflection. It was a privilege to see history, music and remembrance come together in such a meaningful way. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #YpresTrip #TalbotHouse #LearningBeyondTheClassroom
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Together, we remember. Standing together some of the many significant sites across Ypres, our students took time to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who served during the First World War. These shared moments of remembrance are at the heart of this unforgettable educational visit. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #YpresTrip #lestweforget
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14 Records Broken at CHS Sports Day What a fantastic day of sporting achievement at Chichester High School with students showing incredible determination, teamwork and commitment. Across the events, an impressive 14 school records were broken, showcasing the talent and dedication of our students. Congratulations to all our competitors for representing their houses with pride and making this year’s Sports Day one to remember. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #sportsday #RecordsBroken @tkatacademies - The Kemnal Academies Trust #KemnalSchools
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Stepping back in time at the @mmp1917 Passchendaele Museum. Our students explored the museum’s underground bunker and trench exhibits, experiencing firsthand the conditions soldiers endured on the frontline during the First World War. A powerful and thought-provoking visit that brought history to life and gave students a deeper understanding of the realities of war. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #YpresTrip #PasschendaeleMuseum #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #LestWeForget
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A powerful moment of reflection at Langemark German Military Cemetery. During our visit, Mr Lewis Etherington, Lead Teacher of RE at Chichester High School, delivered a moving reading, sharing the words from Ernst Jünger’s Storm of Steel: “In war you learn thoroughly, but the tuition fee is high.” These words resonate deeply at Langemark, the final resting place of more than 44,000 German soldiers, including many student volunteers from schools and universities who were just 15 years old. The reading was followed by a rendition of Ich hatt’ einen Kameraden (I Had a Comrade), a traditional German memorial song that, much like the Last Post, honours those who lost their lives. Visiting places like Langemark reminds us that the human cost of war was felt on every side. It was a poignant opportunity for our students to reflect on the devastating impact of conflict and the importance of remembrance, peace and understanding. Lest we forget #WeTHRIVEatCHS
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A particularly poignant moment for one of our Chichester High School students during our Ypres trip. Today, Mia had the opportunity to pay her respects to her great-great-great uncle, making this visit deeply personal. Standing where history is remembered every day, she was able to reflect on her family’s connection to the First World War and honour his sacrifice. Moments like these remind us that behind every name is a family, a story, and a legacy that continues through generations. Lest we forget.
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Thirty of our Year 9 and Year 10 students enjoyed an incredible day at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, thanks to complimentary tickets kindly provided by the STEM sponsors. The visit gave students the opportunity to experience STEM in action, with inspiring talks in the Future Lab covering a wide range of careers and innovations. From learning about opportunities at McLaren and hearing from engineers working on space missions taking astronauts back to the Moon, to exploring the exciting world of Formula E, the day showcased just how diverse and exciting #STEM careers can be. For more than 80% of our students, it was their first visit to the Goodwood Motor Circuit Festival of Speed, making the experience even more memorable. It was a long but hugely worthwhile day, with students returning inspired by the innovation, technology and future career possibilities they had seen. #WeTHRIVEatCHS #goodwoodfos #mclaren
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