LITTLE RECYCLERS CLOTHING COLLECTION
Monday 10–Tuesday 11 November

If you are having a wardrobe declutter this weekend, please consider donating your items to our Little Recyclers clothing collection on Tuesday 11 November.

All donations need to be in a secure bag, labelled with your HOUSE name to count towards our whole school competition. You can drop off donations to the cages outside main reception until 4:30pm on Monday 10 November and between 8:00am-9:00am on Tuesday 11 November.

For a list accepted items, go to the Little Recyclers website here: Items We Accept – The Little Recyclers

 

WINTER FESTIVAL
Auditions Monday 17 November

This year's Winter Festival takes place on Winter Festival is on Thursday 27 November. If your child would like to perform in this festive music showcase, auditions take place this month.

• Date of auditions: Monday 17 November
• Time: after school
• Location: M10 in the Music Block
• How to sign up: add your name to the list on the Music Office door
• Open to: any budding musicians in Yr7 - Yr 13

Tickets for the event will be available soon via ParentMail.

 

GIRLS' CHOIR
Open to Years 7–13

Miss Hancock is looking for new voices to join the Girls' Choir this year. It is open to all girls in Year 7 to Year 13.  They rehearse on Monday lunchtimes in M2 (Music Block). The choir is very casual and pop music based. To find out more, pop along to a rehearsal or come to Music to talk to Miss Hancock.

 

NATIONAL GREEN CAREERS WEEK
3–9 November 2025

This week is National Green Careers Week; this is a great opportunity for all students to think about this hugely growing employment sector and, in particular, that every employer now has a role within their business which focusses on this. It's also a great time for us to think about sustainability and the impact that we are each having on our planet.

We have some great resources in the Careers Bulletin below, so please take a look.

 

DADS DO PADS
'All Yours' Period Poverty & Education

Local charitable organisation, All Yours, is running two sessions for dads and male guardians this month to inform and support them to help their daughters find their way with periods and menstrual products.

Dads Do Pads
Wednesday 12 November, 7:30pm online

Join us for this unique workshop, designed to help Dads learn about the wide variety of period products available today. From pads to tampons, menstrual cups to period underwear, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview that demystifies these essentials and equips you with the knowledge needed to guide and support your daughters as they navigate their menstrual health journey.

Register here: https://bit.ly/DadsDoPadsNov2025

Dads Do Pads: Menstrual Cycle Edition
Tuesday 18 November, 7:30pm online

Join us for a relaxed, informative session designed especially for dads, carers, and any men curious to learn more about the menstrual cycle and how it affects those who have periods, especially our young people.

Register here: https://bit.ly/DadsDoPadsMCENov2025

DUKE OF EDINBURGH
Adventure Dolphin, Pangbourne

We are unable to offer the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE) to students in Year 9 in school this year. If your child would like to take part, Adventure Dolphin in Pangbourne are able to support them through the scheme.

They have been offering DofE for over 40 years for young people between the ages of 14 to 25 years old. Their team of volunteers cater for walking and water-based paddle expeditions. They also deliver training and support to complete the whole award. Meetings are held fortnightly on a Monday evening from 7:15pm – 9:15pm

The next evening for their Bronze group will be on Monday 10 November at 7:15pm when any young people interested are welcome to attend to find out more. 

Please email dofecoordinator@adventuredolphin.co.uk for more information or visit their website: D of E - Adventure Dolphin

 

WATERSPORTS TRIP
May 2026

We launched the May 2026 Watersports Trip back in February. However, we currently still have one space available. If your son/ daughter would be interested in going on the trip, could you please email Mrs Jessop – rjessop@littleheath.org.uk by Friday 14 November.

If more than one pupil would like to take this place, then the space will be allocated in line with our Offsite Policy, which can be found on our website and I will be in touch in the week commencing 17 November.

More details can be found here: Watersports Trip Letter. This letter was also sent home by email earlier this week.

WATERSPORTS TRIP
May 2026

We launched the May 2026 Watersports Trip back in February. However, we currently still have one space available. If your son/ daughter would be interested in going on the trip, could you please email Mrs Jessop – rjessop@littleheath.org.uk by Friday 14 November.

If more than one pupil would like to take this place, then the space will be allocated in line with our Offsite Policy, which can be found on our website and I will be in touch in the week commencing 17 November.

More details can be found here: Watersports Trip Letter. This letter was also sent home by email earlier this week.

PPEs

Well done to all the students for reaching this stage in their PPEs! We just have next week to go, with the final written exams on Monday and the practical exams. Keep going Year 11, you're doing so well!

 

SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING

It was great to see so many of you and your families at the Sixth Form Open Evening last night. We hope you found the evening enjoyable and informative, and it answered any queries you had.

For more information on the next steps, have a look at our website: Little Heath School - Sixth Form Admissions. It features a timeline of all the key dates for the application and admissions process. 

To find out how to apply online, click here: Little Heath School - Apply to Sixth Form

If you have any further questions about Sixth Form, the courses available or what we have to offer you, have a read through some of the following information online:

Little Heath School - Joining Sixth Form - FAQs

Little Heath School - Sixth Form Prospectus

Little Heath School - Sixth Form Course Information

 

THE ODDBALLS FOUNDATION
Talks to Y11 Boys, Friday 14 November

On Friday 14 November, the Oddballs Foundation will be visiting to deliver talks to the boys in Year 11, 12 and 13.

The purpose of their talk is to:

• Raise awareness of Testicular Cancer
• Educate the demographic most at risk on the basics of Testicular Cancer
• Encourage regular self checking
• Breakdown the stigma associated with BALLS!

They talk about:

• Key facts on Testicular Cancer
• Identifying signs & symptoms
• How to ‘Check Yourself’ (step by step guide!)
• Diagnosis and Treatment stages
• Support network
• How we can ALL make a difference in the fight against Testicular Cancer!

The weekly Careers Bulletin provides the latest information and opportunities for students looking for career options, including apprenticeships; university open days, talks and courses; work experience and insight events.

In this week's issue:

• Careers events and activities this term
• Useful Careers Information
• Employment opportunities
• Work Experience and Insight Events
• College and University information

You can read this week's Careers Bulletin on the website here: Little Heath School - Careers Bulletin 7 November 2025

Here are 5 reasons why you should consider a green career...

🌍 Protect the environment – Green careers directly contribute to solving global challenges like climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. You’ll help make the planet healthier for future generations.

💼 Growing job opportunities – Sustainability and clean technology sectors are expanding rapidly. Fields like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and green building design are creating millions of new jobs worldwide.

💡 Innovation and creativity – Green careers often involve designing new solutions—such as eco-friendly materials, renewable energy systems, or waste reduction strategies—offering opportunities for innovation and problem-solving.

💰 Long-term stability – As governments and companies adopt sustainable practices, demand for green skills continues to rise, making these careers more future-proof than many traditional roles.

❤️ Meaningful work – Working in a green career allows you to align your values with your profession, giving you a sense of purpose and fulfillment by making a tangible difference.

Here are some resources to work through with your child to support National Green Careers Week this week:

• Try this short quiz! It highlights the students' strengths and interests and matches them with the types of green careers that they would suit. It's a lot of fun and I think students will really enjoy doing this as well as learning a lot at the same time: Green Careers Quiz
• Help your teen explore meaningful, future-focused careers. This quick parent guide covers routes after GCSEs/sixth form, examples of green jobs across sectors and tips for work experience. Download here: www.theparentsguideto.co.uk/nationalcareersweek 
• Watch this short video which outlines what a green job is in a fascinating and pacey way: What is a Green job?
• These short videos offer an insight into a wide range of green jobs. Have a look at some of the roles out there that might inspire your teen: Green Careers Week 2025 – Green Careers Hub