Sarchs News
Uniform Reminder
As we look forward to our pupils returning to school during the week commencing Monday 8th March 2021 we will be expecting all pupils returning in their full uniform (including jumper).
At St Augustine’s we pride ourselves on the highest standards of uniform for all our pupils and appreciate the support of our parents and carers in maintaining these high standards. To ensure a smooth start to the term we respectfully remind you that all pupils should adhere to the uniform policy.
A reminder that this includes no: false tan; false nails; false eyelashes.
Hair should be one natural colour and not dyed. Inappropriate hairstyles (e.g. wedges, shaved sections, extensions, anything shorter than a Number 3 cut, hair covering the eyes) are unacceptable. Please see our uniform policy for further clarification.
If you need to purchase new uniform our three stockists are:
RVS Clitheroe – open each day until 4pm for click and collect (orders can be placed online or via the telephone).
Whittakers – Blackburn – online orders.
Gray’s – Clitheroe and Blackburn- online orders.
Uniform Reminder
As we look forward to our pupils returning to school during the week commencing Monday 8th March 2021 we will be expecting all pupils returning in their full uniform (including jumper).
At St Augustine’s we pride ourselves on the highest standards of uniform for all our pupils and appreciate the support of our parents and carers in maintaining these high standards. To ensure a smooth start to the term we respectfully remind you that all pupils should adhere to the uniform policy.
A reminder that this includes no: false tan; false nails; false eyelashes.
Hair should be one natural colour and not dyed. Inappropriate hairstyles (e.g. wedges, shaved sections, extensions, anything shorter than a Number 3 cut, hair covering the eyes) are unacceptable. Please see our uniform policy for further clarification.
If you need to purchase new uniform our three stockists are:
RVS Clitheroe – open each day until 4pm for click and collect (orders can be placed online or via the telephone).
Whittakers – Blackburn – online orders.
Gray’s – Clitheroe and Blackburn- online orders.
Single Use Bottles
As part of the school’s aim to reduce our environmental impact, we are phasing out the sale of single use plastic bottles in school and would encourage you to purchase a re-usable drinks bottle for next year, preferably a clear plastic one as these are the only type allowed in examinations. Please do not send glass bottles into school.
Nut Free School
Nut-Free School
Our school community has made a commitment to be a nut-free school for the safety and health of our students. Although we recognise that we cannot guarantee an environment that is completely free from any allergen, we believe that a nut free policy minimises the risk for pupils with nut allergies.
Food allergies can be fatal. Reactions can range from an irritating rash to life-threatening anaphylaxis, and it only requires a small amount of the allergen to set off symptoms. Click here for more information about anaphylaxis.
First aid staff in the school are trained to use Epi-pens (an injection of adrenalin) which are required immediately if there is a serious reaction. However, to minimise the risk of an allergic reaction we cannot have nuts in school in any form.
We need every student, teacher and parent to help us make St Augustine’s a safer place for students who have food allergies.
So please do not put any nut products in your child’s lunch box.
We also cannot allow items such as Celebrations, Quality Street, Roses or Heroes as these include peanuts, hazelnuts and coconut in some of the selections.
There are many other products that can present a risk, so please look at the ingredients list of products closely. We appreciate that this is an additional thing to check but we know that you will recognise the importance of creating a safe environment.
St. Augustine’s school is an inclusive school where each student is valued. We respect the needs of ALL of our students, including those with allergies. Our nut-free policy allows students with food allergies to enjoy classroom and lunch time with their fellow students.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to speak to a member of staff.
Eucharistic Ministers Commissioned
Congratulations to our pupils who were commissioned as Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist in a service at school. Well done!
Year 10 Prefect Training
We were delighted that so many of our Year 10 pupils were selected for the responsible position of school prefects. Following a successful training day our new prefects will take on the duties of Year 11 as they now concentrate on their GCSE exams.
Celebration Mass for Year 11
Year 11 gathered for their last Mass together as they look forward to their GCSE exams. Good luck!
Thanks to Father David, Father Tim and Father Martin for joining us for this special occasion.
Christmas Masses
Our thanks to Father Tim and Father Leo for celebrating Mass with us at the end of term. The Masses concluded with a presentation of the charitable work that has taken place this year, including support for Nightsafe, Cafod, Bury Red Door (Caritas), THOMAS, Blackburn Food Band and Aid to the Church in Need (ACN).
Nightsafe Charity
Well done to our Year 11 pupils who raised money and collected items for the Nightsafe charity based in Blackburn which helps homeless young people aged 16 to 24.
Celebration Evening
We were delighted to welcome John Foley as our Guest of Honour to present the certificates and awards to our leavers. A lovely evening which highlighted the superb achievements of our pupils.
Galleries
Sponsored Walk 2019
A huge thank you to all the parents, relatives, neighbours and friends who support our annual Sponsored Walk which raises funds for our extra-curricular provision.
We are grateful to everyone who has helped the children to collect in their sponsor money.
See pictures here.
GCSE Success 2018 - Top Mixed School in Lancashire!
Congratulations to our Year 11 pupils who left in July with outstanding GCSE results, achieving 114 Grade 9s between them and making excellent progress.
Welcome to Our New Year 7 Pupils
Pupils enjoyed a great first day with a welcome assembly, form time and lessons before bus practice at the end of the day!
Leavers' Mass 2018
Our thanks to Father Leo for celebrating the Year 11 Leavers' Mass, a beautiful service filled with memories of the last five years.
Glasses Collection Appeal
COLLECTION CLOSED - Thank you for your kind donations.
St Augustine's, in conjunction with Whalley District Lions' Club, are collecting glasses (old or new) to donate to developing countries. The gift of vision can have a life-changing impact on young and old alike and we are hoping to collect as many pairs of glasses as we can.
Please ask your parents, families and carers to have a look around the house for any unwanted glasses, no matter what condition. We will pass them to the Whalley and District Lions’ Club, who will get them to the people who need them most.
They can be any type or style of child or adult glasses, and it doesn’t matter if they are not in a case.
Spring Easter Raffle PTFA
Our Spring Draw was drawn on 27th March 2018
The winning numbers are as follows:
1st Prize £250, Winning number is 02297 won by M Wright (not the Headteacher!)
2nd Prize £100, Winning number is 02414 won by M Fielding
3rd Prize £50, Winning number is 02318 won by M Crook
Public Speaking at Windermere
Congratulations to the Year 10 Public Speaking Team who travelled to Windermere to represent the Rotary Club of Clitheroe in the Youth Speak North West District Competition.
GRAB 2018 Final
Well done to Tilly, Ygraine and Rosanna who represented St Augustine's in the GRAB finals at The Grand Theatre, Clitheroe.
Public Speaking Success
Well done to our Year 9 and Year 10 public speaking teams who took part in the Rotary Youth Speak competition in January. The successful teams have progressed to the next round which takes place in Windermere later this term.
Newsletter December 2017
Raffle Ticket Numbers – Christmas 2017
Raffle Ticket Numbers – Christmas 2017
First Prize 01614 Anne Crompton £500.00
Redecoration of the Maryvale Parent and Child Centre in Blackburn
This Advent, we are proud to have set a target of £650 towards the redecoration of the Maryvale Parent and Child Centre in Blackburn.
Lancashire Schools' Dance Festival
Well done to our wonderful dancers who performed their version of Skyfall at the Lancashire Schools' Dance Festival
Sponsored Walk
A huge thank you to all the parents, relatives, neighbours and friends who support our annual Sponsored Walk which raises funds for our extra-curricular provision.
Eucharistic Ministers Commissioned
Congratulations to eight of our Y11 pupils who were commissioned as Extraordinary Eucharistic Ministers during a special visit to Arrowsmith House in Preston.
GCSE Results
Congratulations to our Year 11 leavers on their excellent results. We were very pleased with the number of new top grade 9s achieved
Leavers Prom 2017
St Augustines RC High School Leavers Prom 2017 Gallery
Trauma Information
The following resources are available for parents with children who may be affected by the tragic events of Monday 22nd May in Manchester.
Lourdes Pilgrimage 2017
Year 10 pupils on the Lourdes pilgrimage pictured with Bishop John. Follow their progress on Twitter @SARCHSofficial .
Easter Raffle Winners
First Prize 06772 Galina Adair £250.00 |
Second Prize 00799 John Shorter £100.00 |
Third Prize 06167 P. Gunn £50.00 |
Garden Of Peace
Our Young Enterprise Group is raising funds to develop a 'Garden of Peace'. We would like to offer you a unique
Twitter @SARCHSOfficial
Follow us on Twitter for the latest ongoing news within St Augustines @SARCHSOfficial
Les Miserables Donations
Can you help us with Les Miserables? We need to build our barricade! We're looking for donations of any old wooden furniture: ladders, stools, stand chairs, barrels, or planks!
Public Speaking Success
Well done to our Year 9 and Year 10 public speaking teams who are taking part in the Rotary Club Public Speaking competition.
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Year 7 Girls Football
Well done to the Year 7 girls' football team who beat Carr Hill 8-0 to progress to the quarter-finals of the Lancashire Cup
Nightsafe Donations
Year 11 pupils pictured delivering Nightsafe parcels to provide comfort and joy to local people who found themselves homeless in the Blackburn area over the Christmas period.
Traffic Concerns
Traffic Concerns - Information for Parents / Carers
Please avoid parking on the bus turning circle at the start and end of school and obey any signage / keep clear markings.
Senior Citizens' Party
This year's party included music from the school band, school choir and soloists, dancing and bingo (see gallery).
Carol Service 2016
This year's Carol Service was on the theme of Mary, with readings, carols and music enjoyed by the congregation.
Dan's Trust
Pupils from Years 7, 8 and 9 receiving their "Make a Difference" Awards from Shelagh and Peter Bagshaw, Trustees of Dan's Trust.
Indoor Athletics at Hyndburn
The Year 7 and Year 8 Indoor Athletics teams excelled in the recent HRV competition with boys' and girls' teams gaining second place.
Badminton Successes
Well done to the U16 Girls' Badminton team who won the HRV tournament. The U16 Boys' were runners up.
Carol Service Tickets onsale
Our carol service tickets are now on sale for the Tuesday 6th December and Wednesday 7th December.
Year 11 mock inverviews
We would like to thank all of our visiting employers for running mock interviews with our year 11 students
Cheerdance Team
Congratulations to the cheerdance team who won 38 awards between the 23 competitors. Well done!
Gift Pupil Chaplaincy Commissioned
Congratulations to the Pupil Chaplaincy Team who were commissioned during Mass at school.