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Our Festive Feast will be on Wednesday 13th December

November 24, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

There are three menu options available, meat, vegetarian and halal. Details can be found on the attached poster.

Please make payment on school gateway by Thursday 7th December. Please ensure that you select the correct meal choice and that your child has sufficient funds available on their account on the day. The cost for the meal is £3.50.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Many Thanks

Townsend School Office

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ASC Coffee Mornings & Free Parent Network

November 24, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

Please find attached the two flyers, one advertising ASC coffee mornings and the other advertising the Free Parent Network support group in St Albans.

Both of the groups are ideal for parents/carers of young people with SEND, who are within the local community. With both networks you will receive free support and information and will be able to connect with others parents/carers.

Ms Philpott (SENDCO) & Mrs Sibley (Inclusion Manager)

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Maths Inspiration Show

November 24, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

Students from Years 10-12 enjoyed an enrichment opportunity visiting the Cambridge Theatre in London for the Maths Inspiration Show this week.

There were 4 Math speakers who showed how Maths can be used in real world applications. It was a great day and experience for our young Mathematicians!

For more information about the Maths Inspiration Show, please visit their website: https://mathsinspiration.com/

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London Philharmonic Orchestra Trip

November 23, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

40 GCSE Music students from Year 9, 10, 11 had the pleasure of seeing the London Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Festival Hall this afternoon.

Teaching us key musical concepts, quizzing and playing works by Beethoven, Haydn, Farrenc, Copeland and some amazing film music including Lord of the Rings. A fantastic experience!

Thank you, Ms Merser, for organising such an amazing trip!

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Christingle Cathedral Service

November 23, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

Our Christingle Cathedral Service is taking place on Wednesday 6th December at St Albans Cathedral (2pm-3pm).

The address of the Cathedral is: Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans AL1 1BY.

If you would like to come along and watch the service take place, please email our school office to book your seat. Our email address is: admin@townsend.herts.sch.uk

Please make sure that your child knows how they are getting home from the Cathedral, as there will be no transport back to Townsend School afterwards.

https://www.stalbanscathedral.org/

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Music Lessons- Hertfordshire Music School

November 22, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

We have spaces available for students who would like to learn the following instruments:

  • flute
  • drum kit
  • guitar
  • trumpet
  • violin

To register for lessons please visit https://ukhertfordshire.speedadmin.dk/registration#

For lessons during the school day, select Townsend CE VA Secondary on the dropdown menu.

The timetables for piano, keyboard, bass guitar and singing are currently full but you can still register and join the waiting list.

You can also register for other instruments not mentioned above and a teacher from Herts Music Service will be allocated to us.

Ms C Merser
Head of Music

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Move Together- Free Fitness Classes (Girls 11-16)

November 22, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

Click the below to sign up today for free weekly fitness classes for girls aged 11–16.

Move Together is all about getting girls moving. The free fitness classes are run by Nuffield Health instructors in your community. Good for both body and mind, our specially designed classes will help build strength and confidence. It’s also the perfect opportunity to have fun and meet new people in a safe and welcoming space.

Move Together | Nuffield Health

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Christmas Variety Show

November 21, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

Tickets are now on sale for our Christmas Variety Show, we have assorted musical acts in the first half and a pantomime ‘Cinderella’ for the second half.

We are very excited to invite you to come and watch, the students are working hard to create a fantastic show which will be suitable for all the family to enjoy the festive fun.

Tickets prices are £6 per adult and £4 per child and can be purchased on School Gateway (please do not send cash to school). On School Gateway, please calculate the correct amount for the number of adult and child tickets you require. For example, if you require three adult tickets please pay £18 in the adult section, if you require two child tickets please pay £8 in the child section. The numbers are limited to 200 spaces per performance and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. To gain entry upon arrival on the performance night, your name will be checked against our master payment list.

If you have any questions please contact the school office on 01727 853047 or email Mrs Coates via drama@townsend.herts.sch.uk or phone.

Mrs Coates
Head of Drama

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Film Studies – Starting September 2024!

November 21, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

We are excited to let you know that from September 2024 we will be introducing ‘Film Studies’ as a brand new A-Level!

There are a large amount of possibilities that Film Studies can offer, ranging from continuing Film Studies at University to film apprenticeships and other film related careers.

Check out the images below to view the course details and what will be covered!

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St Albans & District Foodbank

November 20, 2023/in General News/by Steve Telford

It has come to our attention that some families are not aware of where, or how, they can access e-vouchers so that they can visit the St Albans & District Foodbank.

If you feel that visiting the local foodbank would be useful, please contact the school or visit the school office so we can provide an e-voucher for you.

To donate food, please visit www.stalbansdistrict.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-food
Please call 01727 613019 (option 1) or email info@stalbansdistrict.foodbank.org.uk for more information.

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