We heard this week that we have successfully retained our Artsmark Gold kite mark. As a school that specialises in the Arts we are delighted that all the hard work, innovation and wealth of opportunities have been recognised in this way. Congratulations to all students that ‘passed out’ as CCF cadets earlier in the week. …
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Artsmark Gold Retained
Busy week ahead.
I was kept entertained during my Easter holidays by the wonderfully scripted blogs, photos and videos that the groups in New Zealand shared with us. I’m sure I’m not the only person to have felt some small degree of envy at the amazing experience that the students were having but also incredible pride in the …
New Extension
Yesterday I had my first proper tour of the new extension and I was highly impressed by what I saw! The contractors have not only managed the build really well but the end product will be a great addition to the school. A number of international trips are taking place during the Easter holidays. A …
Long Serving Staff Members
Sandbach School is incredibly fortunate to benefit from staff who dedicate their professional lives to the school. Over the years, John Lonsdale and Ray Russell have taught, supported and encouraged hundreds of Sandbach School boys and their experience, wisdom and commitment will be sorely missed. Our grateful thanks are extended to them both coupled with …
Meeting HRH Prince Charles
Just before half term I was privileged to meet HRH Prince Charles at a Headteachers’ Conference of the Prince’s Teaching Institute. He was there to mark the 10th Anniversary of the Institute which supports professional development for subject leaders. A number of our departments have been involved with the PTI and currently the Languages department …
Happy New Year!
A Happy New Year to all of you! My congratulations to all who contributed towards making last week’s school panto such a success! The start of term has seen the building work impacting upon our Sixth Formers. The builders have moved in to the common room and hence students have lost their social space. The …
Christmas Holidays
The Christmas holidays are almost here and I want to thank all the staff for their hard work and commitment this term and also thank parents and friends of the school for their support. The Christmas concert was once again a tremendous success; it was good to see over 200 Year 7 boys in the …

