Dear Families

As we approach the end of another successful half term, I wanted to take a moment to celebrate the incredible achievements and positive experiences that our students have had over the past few months.

Firstly, I would like to commend our Year 11 students for their outstanding attitude and commitment during their PPEs. They have made a great start and their determination and hard work have been truly impressive, it is great preparation for them for the real exams which are approximately 42 days away!

In addition, we have had the pleasure of hosting visits from KS5 providers and apprenticeships for our Year 9 and 10 students over this half term. These opportunities have allowed our students to explore potential career paths and gain valuable insights into their future options.

Our students have displayed positive attitudes and a strong work ethic throughout the term, resulting in numerous rewards being given out. It is truly heartening to see their dedication and commitment being recognised and rewarded.  In excess of 17000 reward points have been issued since we returned in the New Year.

Furthermore, I would like to update you on the success of our decision to move tutor time to the start of the day. This change has proven to be highly effective, allowing students to begin their day with their tutor has resulted in positive feedback from both students and staff, and we believe that this adjustment will continue to enhance our students' learning experiences and set them up for the day.

Please note that the first day back after the break will be Monday, 26th February 2024. We kindly request that you ensure your child is ready and prepared for the start of the new term.  I would like to remind everyone to visit our website to ensure that your child's uniform is in order for the start of the new term. Our website provides all the necessary information and guidelines to ensure that our students are dressed appropriately, avoid sanctions and are ready for the upcoming term. Manor High School - Uniform

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a restful and enjoyable break.

With the very best of wishes

Mr S Greiff

It is celebration Friday and it has been double points again today!  We have given out over 4000 positive points this week alone!  92% of points have been positive and detention lists are down.  So it has been a brilliant week! Lots of students have received rewards today, which have included hot chocolates, £25 JD Sports vouchers, stationery and £10 Amazon vouchers. 

Here are some of the rewards students have got to look forward to after half term:

• More footballs (Size 2 and full size)
• More Amazon vouchers
• More JD Vouchers
• Stationery
• Treetop Golf vouchers – 20 free tickets will be available after half term!!!
• Ninja Warrior UK family passes
• Revision books – Available after half term for KS4
• Manchester City Tickets - available to Year 11

We have announced our KS3 and KS4 rewards for the term.  Students will get to play on games consoles, play board games, eat and relax during lunch (KS4) and the afternoon session (KS3).

Students will be picked based on top points scorers since Christmas and a raffle for those that have not received any sanctions.

Thank you for your continued support

Year 11 Interventions

Thank you for encouraging your child to attend after school intervention sessions they were invited to.  Please note, the sessions will continue after half-term break. 

There are two additional sessions taking place during the half-term break:

Monday 19.02.24, 9am to 1pm - Design Technology - Mr Karavadra 

Saturday 24.02.24 9am to 1pm - Art & Design - Mrs Watson 

We are looking to plan targeted revision sessions during the Easter break to support students in preparation for their final exams. We will communicate arrangements in due course. 

Year 11 Study Skills / Revision Programme 

Earlier this term, we hosted an external company called Maximise Your Potential to deliver a study skills motivational workshop to Year 11 students. It was a very well received workshop, which enabled students to think about how to revise ahead of their final exams. 

Please do speak to your child about how their revision programme is going and do get in touch should they need any further guidance or support. We will only be too happy to help. 

Careers assemblies

We have the below informative assemblies from providers of different post 16 options scheduled in.  A few dates had to be rearranged due to the PPE exams.  This is beneficial to our students as thinking about options at post 16 will remain fresh in their minds.

• Friday 8^th March (Week B) – Year 9 at 10:20am (Leicester College)
• Friday 12^th April (Week A) – Year 10 at 8:40am (ASK Apprenticeships)
• Date TBC –  Year 10 at 10:20am (Gateway College)

Year 10 work experience

We have extended the deadline on the school gateway for work experience payments. Please log in and pay for your child’s work experience if you have not done so already. We have also added details for any forms that came in recently. Please can payments be made by 23^rd February. Thank you

Year 11 NCS assembly

We have the National Citizenship Service presenting their current opportunities to our Year 11 students on Friday 8^th March.

Year 11 Post 16

Students should be logging into their PS16 accounts and accepting any offers they receive. Accept all offers – you cand hold as many as you like.

Do not worry if some colleges and schools have not let you know anything – they are still working their way through applications.

Here are the standings as we approach the end of term:

1. Bradgate
2. Watermead
3. Clarendon
4. Knighton

Keep up the great work everyone!

HOW TO CONTACT THE SCHOOL

Your child’s tutor, also known as their trusted adult, is often your first point of contact. However, the following emails are also useful for parents to know:

• General enquiries:  admin@manorhigh.leics.sch.uk
• Exam enquiries:  exams@manorhigh.leics.sch.uk
• Finance and School Gateway enquiries:  finance@manorhigh.leics.sch.uk
• School bus enquiries:  buspass@manorhigh.leics.sch.uk
• SEND enquiries:  send@manorhigh.leics.sch.uk 

If you are not sure who to contact, please refer to our Who to Contact flow chart on our Contact Us page.