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🎉 🎓Exciting News from Caterham High School! 🎉🎓
We are proud to announce that Caterham High School is now a member of NACE – the National Association for Able Children in Education! 🎓🎓🎓🎓
This recognition reflects our consistent commitment to nurturing high potential and academic excellence and to developing high quality provision for more able leaners and challenge for all.
Our More Able students continue to thrive:
✅ 100% achieved Grade 5+ in GCSE English & Maths
✅ 83% achieved Grade 7+ in GCSE English & Maths
✅ An impressive average grade of 7.7 across all GCSE subjects!
We’re proud of our students’ achievements and the dedicated staff who support them every step of the way. 🌟🏅🏆🎓
#TheCaterhamWay #CaterhamHighSchool #NACE #MoreAbleSuccess #GCSEResults #ProudToBeCaterham #AcademicExcellence #AcademicSuccess
Welcome from the Headteacher
Caterham High has been at the heart of the local community for over 60 years providing an excellent education for all young people that join our thriving institution. We are ambitious for our students, setting high aspirations in all that they do. We aim to ensure that they achieve the best exam results possible, have opportunities to develop their talents and aptit...
Belinda Chapple - Headteacher
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🎓 Caterham High School - Small enough to care, big enough to inspire 🌟🌟
At Caterham High, we pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos, ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.
💬 Transition That Cares
Starting secondary school is a big step, and we make it a smooth one.
Our Year 7 Transition Programme includes:
• Visits to feeder primary schools to meet students and gather insights from their teachers.
• A fun and engaging Transition Day (2nd July 2026) where students experience Caterham life.
• A warm induction programme in September to help students settle in, meet their form tutors, and explore their new environment.
💙 Pastoral Support That Makes a Difference
Our dedicated pastoral team ensures every child is known, valued, and supported. From staffed breakfast clubs with free bagels to team-building activities and enrichment days, we foster a strong sense of belonging and community.
🌈 Access & Inclusion for All
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our inclusive practices and provision ensure that students of all backgrounds and abilities are supported to achieve their best. With designated playgrounds, separate lunch times for KS3, and a nurturing environment, we create safe spaces for growth and friendship.
📍 Caterham High School – Small Enough to Care, Big Enough to Inspire🌟
📞 Interested in joining our community? Contact us today on S.Daly@ecaterham.net to visit us during the school day🌟
#CaterhamHigh #InclusiveEducation #Year7Transition #PastoralCare #EveryChildMatters #SafeAndSupported #SecondarySchoolSuccess@Caterham.High.School
Safeguarding at Caterham High School: Setting the National Standard! 🏆🏆🥇🥇
· Your child’s safety is our priority
· We lead the nation in Safeguarding standards
· We empower students to feel safe, supported, and able to fulfil their potential
· We work in partnership with parents and the wider community
· Ofsted praised our effective handling of concerns and the rare occurrence of bullying.
Our safeguarding ethos is embedded in every aspect of school life. Staff receive regular, high quality training and our policies are transparent and accessible. We work closely with parents and carers, offering resources and support to help keep students safe both in school and online so that our students can thrive and succeed.
Our Safeguarding team are founding members of the National Association of Designated Safeguarding Leads, ensuring we are always at the forefront of best practice and national guidance.
We are proud recipients of the 360° Safe Online Safety Mark, certified by the South West Grid for Learning and the UK Safer Internet Centre. This award recognises our comprehensive approach to online safety, integrating digital safeguarding into our curriculum and providing ongoing education for students, staff and parents.
At Caterham High School, the safety and wellbeing of every student is our highest priority. We are proud to be recognised as the safest school in the UK, having been awarded the prestigious Leaders in Safeguarding Gold Award - the first mainstream school in the country to achieve this distinction. This accolade reflects our commitment to safeguarding excellence across all areas of school life.
📍 Caterham High – Small School, Big Heart
📞 Interested in joining our community? Contact us today on S.Daly@ecaterham.net to visit us during the school day🌟
#CaterhamHigh #Year7Transition #PastoralCare #Safeguarding #SecondarySchoolSupport #EveryChildKnown@Caterham.High.School
🎉 Next Week’s School Menu is a Global Feast! 🌍
From Diwali delights to Caribbean flavours, we are celebrating culture through cuisine all week long! 🍛🍝🍗
✨ Daily Themes Include:
• 🇮🇳 Monday: Diwali Specials
• 🇮🇹 Tuesday: Taste of Italy
• 🇯🇲 Wednesday: Black History Celebration
• 🇮🇳 Thursday: Masala Moments
• 🐟 Friday: Fish & Chip Shop Favourites
🍽️ Meal Deals just £3.00 – includes main, side & dessert!
💫 Don’t miss:
• Global Eats Wraps & Burgers
• Pasta Station & Theme Bars
• Delicious Desserts like Sticky Toffee Pudding & Indian Sweet Rice
Let’s eat our way around the world! 🌎💚
#SchoolMeals #GlobalFlavours #Diwali #BlackHistoryMonth #MasalaMoments #FishFriday #StudentLife #HealthyEating@Caterham.High.School
📣 Thinking about Year 7? Come and see what Caterham High School has to offer - Small School, Big Heart
✨ CATERHAM HIGH SCHOOL TOURS – October 2025
🕗 8.30am – 3pm
📍 Everyone Welcome!
👋 Meet our Headteacher & Senior Team during the school day and experience the vibrant, caring community that makes Caterham special.
🎓 Academic Excellence
✅ GCSE Success 2025 – Ilford Recorder Article: https://www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk/news/25407174.gcse-results-day-2025-ilford-school-celebrates-improvement/
✅ A Level Success 2025 – Romford Recorder Article: https://www.romfordrecorder.co.uk/news/25390936.ilford-pupils-a-level-success-arriving-uk-no-english/
💬 Why Choose the Caterham community?
✅ Ofsted GOOD (2022)
“Staff have high aspirations for all pupils.”
“Pupils behave well in lessons and feel safe.”
“A caring community where pupils thrive.”
📞 Book your tour today!
Call Sandra Daly: 020 8551 4321
📧 Email: s.daly@ecaterham.net
🌟 Give your child the best start to secondary school — discover #TheCaterhamWay
#CaterhamHigh #Year6Transition #SecondarySchoolTours #OfstedGood #AcademicSuccess #IlfordSchools #RedbridgeEducation #EastLondonSchools #GCSEResults #Alevels #SmallSchoolCommunity #Year7Admissions
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🌟 Access & Inclusion at Caterham High School 🌟
📍 Caterham High School – Small Enough to Care, Big Enough to Inspire 🌟
At Caterham, we believe every child deserves the support they need to thrive. Our Access & Inclusion Pathway Curriculum is central to our ethos, offering tailored support across:
🧠 Mental Health & Wellbeing – Our Zen Den provides a safe space for students, supported by trained Emotional Literacy staff, a behaviour mentor and a counsellor.
🧩 SEND & Autism Provision – Our experienced team offers in class support, small group interventions and bespoke programmes. Our ASD Provision, The Arch, supports students to access mainstream learning with specialist guidance.
🧏 Deaf Provision – With dedicated staff and equipment support, deaf students are fully integrated into our community and curriculum.
🌍 EAL Academy – For students with English as an Additional Language, we offer ESOL teaching and a bespoke curriculum to help them transition confidently into mainstream classes.
📚 Specialist Literacy Support – Targeted small group teaching in Year 7 helps build strong foundations in English.
💬 Our inclusive approach ensures every child feels seen, supported and inspired.
📞 Interested in joining our community? Contact us at S.Daly@ecaterham.net to arrange a visit during the school day!@Caterham.High.School
🎓✍️ Supporting Aspirations, Shaping Futures ✍️🎓
This week, our Sixth Form students have been working closely with a university advisor to refine and complete their UCAS personal statements — a vital step in their journey toward higher education.
These personalised sessions are just one example of how we actively support our students to achieve their goals. By providing expert guidance and tailored feedback, we help them articulate their ambitions, strength and experiences with clarity and confidence.
We are proud to offer opportunities like this that empower our students to take ownership of their futures and pursue their aspirations with purpose and confidence.
#UCAS2026 #FutureReady #StudentSupport #SixthFormSuccess #UniversityBound #AspirationAndAchievement@Caterham.High.School
📚✨ Celebrating Student Excellence ✨📚📚
We are incredibly proud to share a truly outstanding piece of work from one of our talented Year 11 students. As part of a revision homework task, she produced an exceptional analytical essay exploring the character of Macbeth through a unique and thought provoking lens.
Drawing a compelling comparison between Shakespeare’s tragic hero and the figure of Lucifer, she examined the concept of the “fallen angel” with remarkable insight. Her interpretation of Macbeth’s ambition and downfall as a mirror of Lucifer’s fall from grace was both original and intellectually sophisticated.
What makes this achievement even more impressive is that it was completed independently, outside of the classroom. It’s a shining example of the intellectual curiosity, dedication and depth of thinking we strive to nurture in all our students.📚
👏 Well done to this remarkable student — your hard work and creativity are truly inspiring!📚
#ProudTeacherMoment #StudentSuccess #Macbeth #LiteraryAnalysis #ExcellenceInEducation #Year11Stars@Caterham.High.School
More than just a meme! 😂🧠This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide unpacks the risks behind meme culture, from misinformation to mockery ⚠️and how adults can help young people scroll safely 📲👀
Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4agin@Caterham.High.School
🎓 Caterham High School - Small enough to care, big enough to inspire 🌟🌟
Ms Cassettari (Assistant Headteacher) joined students at Coppice Primary School today to meet their brilliant Year 6 students and share what life is like at secondary school. From exciting subjects to new friendships and opportunities, she gave a fantastic insight into what lies ahead!
🗣️ “It was a real pleasure to speak with such enthusiastic and thoughtful students. Transitioning to secondary school is a big step, but it’s also the start of an exciting new chapter full of growth, discovery and fun!” – Ms Cassettari
At Caterham High, we pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos, ensuring every student feels safe, supported and empowered to succeed.
💬 Transition That Cares
Starting secondary school is a big step, and we make it a smooth one.
Our Year 7 Transition Programme includes:
• Visits to feeder primary schools to meet students and gather insights from their teachers.
• A fun and engaging Transition Day (2nd July 2026) where students experience Caterham life.
• A warm induction programme in September to help students settle in, meet their form tutors and explore their new environment.
📞 Book your tour today!
Call Sandra Daly: 020 8551 4321
📧 Email: s.daly@ecaterham.net
🌟 Give your child the best start to secondary school — discover #TheCaterhamWay
#TransitionTalks #SecondarySchoolReady #InspiringFutures #CoppicePrimary @coppiceprimaryschool@Caterham.High.School
🥋 CHS SEND Judo Team Success! 🥋
Last Friday, our incredible CHS SEND judo team took part in their first ever judo grading — and absolutely smashed it! 💪🌟
After weeks of dedicated training, focus and determination, every single student passed with flying colours during the grading session held right here at CHS. 🌟🌟
They have now proudly earned their first Yellow Stripe — a huge milestone and a testament to their hard work and resilience. 👏👏
We could not be prouder of each and every one of them. Onwards and upwards! 🟡✨🌟
#CHSJudo #SENDChampions #YellowStripeAchieved #ProudMoment #CHSSpirit #ResilienceInAction@Caterham.High.School
📣 Thinking about Year 7? Come and see what Caterham High School has to offer - Small School, Big Heart
✨ CATERHAM HIGH SCHOOL TOURS – October 2025
🕗 8.30am – 3pm
📍 Everyone Welcome!
👋 Meet our Headteacher & Senior Team during the school day and experience the vibrant, caring community that makes Caterham special.
🎓 Academic Excellence
✅ GCSE Success 2025 – Ilford Recorder Article: https://www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk/news/25407174.gcse-results-day-2025-ilford-school-celebrates-improvement/
✅ A Level Success 2025 – Romford Recorder Article: https://www.romfordrecorder.co.uk/news/25390936.ilford-pupils-a-level-success-arriving-uk-no-english/
💬 Why Choose the Caterham community?
✅ Ofsted GOOD (2022)
“Staff have high aspirations for all pupils.”
“Pupils behave well in lessons and feel safe.”
“A caring community where pupils thrive.”
📞 Book your tour today!
Call Sandra Daly: 020 8551 4321
📧 Email: s.daly@ecaterham.net
🌟 Give your child the best start to secondary school — discover #TheCaterhamWay
#CaterhamHigh #Year6Transition #SecondarySchoolTours #OfstedGood #AcademicSuccess #IlfordSchools #RedbridgeEducation #EastLondonSchools #GCSEResults #Alevels #SmallSchoolCommunity #Year7Admissions
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