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In Novitate Vitae

St Bede's Catholic
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    • Senior Maths Challenge

      Published 07/12/18

       

      We were delighted to hear last week that our Sixth Form Mathematicians gained great results in their most recent Senior Maths Challenge. 

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    • English Speaking Union Debate Competition

      Published 07/12/18

      On Tuesday 20th November, St Bede's hosted the Bristol Heat of the English Speaking Union Debate competition.

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    • 'Healthy mind, healthy body seminar.'

      Published 20/11/18
      Facts were shared on how to look after young people's wellness, practical revision techniques, how to engage the reluctant learner, how to spot the signs and symptoms of self harm and eating disorders and how to support them through their recover
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    • Areté Sixth Form Open Evening

      Published 15/11/18
      On Wednesday 7th November, we opened our doors to prospective sixth formers who wanted to gain an insight into what life is like at the Areté Sixth Form at St. Bede’s Catholic College.  Over 330 guests, pupils and parents came to vi
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    • GCSE and A Level Success 2018

      Published 07/11/18
      Staff and Governors celebrated excellent achievements again this year. Students at all levels secured grades matching their highest expectations and in many cases, exceeding their targets. Headline Figures include: 76% achieved Grade 4+ in bot
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    • Elevate Student and Parents Seminar 06.11.2018

      Published 07/11/18

      We were delighted to welcome Megan from Elevate Education to St. Bede's Catholic College yesterday to work with our GCSE and A Level students in preparation for their forthcoming GCSE and A Level examinations.  Megan offered wonderful advice and ways to time manage, set goals and increase motivation when revising. 

      Later that day, parents were invited to an evening seminar where Megan offered examples of ways to encourage, motivate and support children during the exam period.  A very useful and informative evening, thank you to Megan and Elevate.

      This is the first of a number of seminars which will be offered to our Year 11 and A Level students this academic year.

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    • Wellness Evening for Parents 16.10.2018

      Published 22/10/18

      Wellness Evening for Parents 

      Many thanks to the very large number of parents/carers who attended the ‘Wellness Fortnight - Parent event‘ recently here at the college. We were delighted to welcome Emma Balfour Educational Psychologist and Stuart Melvin Primary Mental Health Specialist CAMHS, who presented a fascinating insight into some key issues for young people and the adults who care for them.

      The presentation covered a range of topics including;

      Physiological changes

      The struggle for independence and identity

      Setting limits and boundaries

      Communication and listening

      Peer influence

      The evening was peppered with lively discussion between parents, sharing thoughts and experiences about ‘what is going on in the teenage brain’.  A copy of the information as promised on the evening is available below: Understanding Adolescence.

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    • A Level and GCSE Results Arrangements

      Published 25/06/18

      A Level Results - Thursday 16th August

      From 6.00am students will be able to log on to UCAS track to check the status of their application.

      Year 13 results will be available from 8.00am for students who do not have a confirmed university place and from 9.30am for students who do have a confirmed university place and for all other students.

      Results can be collected from the Areté building.  Miss Kirkbright and Ms Hector will be able to help with any university queries or concerns.


      GCSE Results - Thursday 23rd August

      GCSE Results can be collected from the college between 10.00am—12noon.

      Enrolment for Areté Sixth Form will take place in the Areté building on the following days:

      Thursday 23rd August - 10.00am—2.00pm

      Friday 24th August - 10.00am—2.00pm 

      Monday 3rd September - 1.30pm—3.30pm

      We are expecting to be busy, so please try and make it on 23rd August to avoid disappointment.  If you are on holiday and are unable to attend, please email sixthform@stbcc.org and we can help with your enrolment. 

       

       

       

       

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    • Sharp Shotz - #IAMTREASURE

      Published 22/06/18

      #IAMTREASURE

      St Bede's are campaigning to get young people to be aware of the negative voices they may listen to from others, society and the media. The team hope to raise self esteem by asking their school to work with them on arranging lessons built into the curriculum that deals with this.

      To see the film please click here.

       

      SHARP SHOTZ is run by IDEAL Community Action in partnership with FutureQuest and Bristol Plays Music, University of the West of England film and animation students and BBC Bristol.

      Website: www.sharp-shotz.com LIVE CAMPAIGN WEBSITES: https://goo.gl/jv1HfV

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    • The Nancy Rothwell Award Competition

      Published 23/05/18

      The Nancy Rothwell Award

      The Nancy Rothwell Award celebrates specimen drawing in schools and highlights the benefits of combining art and science.

      There are three age categories (7-11, 12-14, and 15-18) and prizes are awarded for:

      Highly commended​: ​Top three runner-up entries in each category will be awarded a set of drawing pencils and a certificate.

      Winner​: ​The overall winner in each category will be awarded a set of drawing pencils, a certificate and £25. The winners' schools will also each receive £100.

      Both highly commended entrants and winners will be invited to an experience day at the Royal Veterinary College.

      Each entrant may only submit one drawing. Please only submit a photograph or scan of your drawing, as any original artwork will not be returned. Entrants are encouraged to label their drawings.

      The Award will close for entries on 10th September 2018. Highly commended and winning entries will be announced in October 2018.

      ​Come along to B10 on Tuesday lunchtimes for inspiration & see Mrs Powers or Mrs Cannon for more information​

      https://www.rsb.org.uk/get-involved/rsb-awards/nancy-rothwell-award?platform=hootsuite

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    • Prize Giving Programme

      Published 04/05/18
      Please click the link below to download a copy of the Prize Giving Programme.
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    • Bristol Bus Routes Replacement - Eurocoaches Commences Today - Monday 30th April AM

      Published 07/04/18
      Update : Children have been issued with 'Eurocoach' passes and the first run has been completed on time this morning, using the normal pick-up stops and times.   The normal drop-off points and times will be used on the return journe
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