News Feed - Headteacher’s Letters - Holmleigh Park High School

HP Families Weekly Bulletin - Friday 20th March 2026

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:01:49 GMT

In this bulletin: an update on fluent writing from our INSET day, a reminder on attendance for the final week of term, and key information on the Families Survey, HP in Action Tours, Activities Week, and upcoming House Matches.

HP Families Weekly Bulletin - Friday 13th March 2026

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:15:39 GMT

In this bulletin: Information regarding the Families Survey, upcoming HP in Action Tours, a Year 8 Science trip to the Cheltenham Science Festival, and a reminder about the INSET day on Friday 20th March.

HP Families Weekly Bulletin - Friday 6th March 2025

Fri, 6 Mar 2026 08:46:21 GMT

In this bulletin: Mr Hudson provides an update on Year 10 writing and the success of the annual production whilst we also share information regarding the families survey, enrichment choices, Activities Week deposits, the launch of Meat Free Mondays, and instrumental music lessons.

HP Families Weekly Bulletin - Friday 27th February 2026

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:40:44 GMT

In this bulletin: we outline our new cross-curricular writing strategies, provide updates on KS3 Maths homework, and share important details regarding upcoming year group trips, Activities Week, and talent show auditions.

HP Families Weekly Bulletin - Friday 13th February 2026

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:23:37 GMT

In this bulletin: we celebrate record breaking A Level results, success at the Regional Air Squadron Trophy, and a Year 7 trip to Bristol, alongside updates on Year 11 progress, half term homework schedules, technical email changes, asthma protocols, and our latest student newspaper.

HP Families Weekly Bulletin - Friday 6th February 2026

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 08:53:28 GMT

In this bulletin: We provide updates on student assessments, a focus on foundational homework, our anti bullying protocols, the upcoming production of Return to the Forbidden Planet, and Morocco 2027 fundraising events.

HP Families Weekly Bulletin – Friday 30th January 2026

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:13:33 GMT

In this bulletin: information about Year 7 to 9 trips, an upcoming Year 10 IT coursework deadline, a Year 11 charity bake sale, and details of the February show.

Letter from the Head - Friday 23rd January 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:53:36 GMT

In this issue: celebration of enrichment success at Birmingham Crown Court, football progress for our Under 13 boys, achievements and opportunities within CCF, plans to streamline communication with families, confirmation of term dates and a reminder about the upcoming INSET Day.

Letter from the Head - Friday 16th January 2026

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:09:52 GMT

In this issue: Year 11 mock exams have gone very well with excellent attendance and focus, Year 13 students have received strong UCAS offers from top universities, our Enrichment Aspiring Lawyers club is representing HP in a national mock trial, and whole school attendance continues to improve.

Letter from the Head – Friday 9th January 2026

Fri, 9 Jan 2026 16:17:42 GMT

In this issue: a warm welcome back for the new year, excellent attendance, a strong start to Year 11 mock exams, successful charity fundraising, the launch of Block 2 Wednesday Enrichment, an update to the Year 9 Parents and Options Evening, and an exciting national art opportunity for students.

Letter from the Head - Friday 19th December 2025

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:59:56 GMT

In this issue: a festive final week of the Autumn term celebrating student achievement, character, community, contribution and looking ahead to the New Year.

Letter from the Head – Friday 12th December 2025

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:57:12 GMT

In this issue: The upcoming GLT Winter Concert, maintaining strong student attendance, an excellent Christmas Charity Week, successes in Catering exams, rewards for top house point earners, a university visit for KS5 PE and Sports Studies, and key information for the end of term.

Letter from the Head – Friday 5th December 2025

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 15:44:38 GMT

In this issue: A successful Pastoral and SEND Open Morning, strong feedback on our provision, the scale of our staffing investment, the importance of December attendance, the final match for our year 10 rugby team, and a look ahead to Christmas Charity Week.

Letter from the Head – Friday 28th November 2025

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:44:55 GMT

In this issue: A week of enrichment successes, community performances, sporting achievement, friendly house competitions and our December attendance focus.

Letter from the Head – Friday 21st November 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:56:31 GMT

In this issue: This week we celebrate the highly successful Sixth Form Open Evening, our pride in the Sixth Form and share the key messages from the presentation that was delivered on the night.

Letter from the Head – Friday 14th November 2025

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:07:49 GMT

In this issue: A powerful Act of Remembrance, Y7 character achievements, strong sporting fixtures, Year 11 breakfast sessions on post 16 destinations and the first week of Year 13 mocks.

Letter from the Head – Friday 7th November 2025

Fri, 7 Nov 2025 16:03:16 GMT

In this issue: The first ever HP Pastoral and SEND open morning for families, sporting success, record attendance, acts of remembrance, engaging assemblies, rewards for commitment and preparation for exams.

Letter from the Head – Friday 24th October 2025

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:26:48 GMT

In this issue:
Celebrating the end of an excellent first half-term, reflecting on our continued success, expanding our SEND provision, stretching our high prior attainers, and this week’s highlights including house charities, enrichment trips and HP Heroes.

Letter from the Head – Friday 17th October 2025

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:26:32 GMT

In this issue: A successful Ofsted pilot visit, the launch of our new KS3 Diploma, recognition for Hugo’s musical achievements, details of next week’s special attendance raffle, and an invitation to our Sixth Form Open Evening.

Letter from the Head - Friday 10th October 2025

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:59:36 GMT

In this issue: celebrating our Year 7 and Year 8 Spelling Bee finalists, updates from a busy week of sports fixtures, Champions Hour achievements for Year 11, Student Council and Year 12 Prefect applications, and the launch of the Year 9 Battlefields Trip.

Letter from the Head – Friday 3rd October 2025

Fri, 3 Oct 2025 16:10:30 GMT

In this issue: Student Council applications, attendance on Mondays and Fridays, Champions Hour success, a student interview for the HP newspaper, Year 7 sporting fixtures, Enrichment highlights, and Year 6 tours.

Letter from the Head – Friday 26th September 2025

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:50:11 GMT

In this issue: Sixth Form assessments, Year 11 exams and Champions Hour, weekly attendance raffles, enrichment activities, sport and rehearsals, and today’s Fun Friday Tug of War.

Letter from the Head – Friday 19th September 2025

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:29:46 GMT

In this issue: celebrating our first KS3 Awards Evening, Sixth Formers completing their DofE Gold expedition, the return of Fun Friday, a reminder of our mobile phone expectations, and Year 11 progress through Champions Hour.

Letter from the Head – Friday 12th September 2025

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:30:59 GMT

In this issue: a successful Open Evening, the launch of HP Enrichment, strong Year 11 attendance at Champions Hour, the Eco Award, reminders about parking, communication and MCAS.

Letter from the Head – Friday 5th September 2025

Fri, 5 Sep 2025 15:31:32 GMT

In this issue: Celebrating an excellent start for Year 7 and Year 12, Sixth Form and GCSE results, the importance of being a HP Hero, key updates on Parents Evening and term dates, details of our Open Evening and information on the Scholars Programme.

Letter from the Head – Thursday 17th July

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:23:35 GMT

In this issue: A fantastic Activities Week across all year groups, tomorrow’s HP Hero Day, staff farewells, arrangements for the first week back in September and a reflection on the year gone by.

Letter from the Head – Friday 11th July 2025

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 16:38:08 GMT

In this issue: A brilliant week of sport and trips, charity fundraising, earlier finish times next week and key September information for all year groups.

Letter from the Head – Friday 4th July

Fri, 4 Jul 2025 12:45:00 GMT

In this issue: A groundbreaking start to enrichment sign-ups, successful charity fundraising, public speaking finals, leavers’ celebrations for Years 11 and 13, smooth Year 6 transition and a final focus on attendance.

Letter from the Head – Friday 27th June 2025

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:18:42 GMT

In this issue: Launch of HP Enrichment, next week’s Summer Charity Week, a competition win for Year 7, a reminder on blazers and our weekly attendance update.

Letter from the Head - Friday 20th June

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:15:51 GMT

Letter from the Head – Friday 13th June

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 11:46:04 GMT

In this issue: A packed week including a brilliant Geography field trip to the coast, sporting success in Rounders and Cricket, continued work with our incoming Year 6 students and key reminders as we head into the final weeks of exams.

Letter from the Head – Friday 6th June 2025

Fri, 6 Jun 2025 09:34:09 GMT

In this issue: Exams continue for Years 11 and 13, trips to Tuffley and Bristol, sign-up reminder for Activities Week, HP Hero badges on sale, next year’s term dates and continued school improvement planning.

Letter from the Head – Friday 23rd May 2025

Fri, 23 May 2025 15:45:10 GMT

In this issue: A breakfast update, Duke of Edinburgh preparations, exam season support, careers success, communication reminders and attendance priorities.

Letter from the Head – Friday 16th May 2025

Fri, 16 May 2025 11:39:53 GMT

In this issue: Ten Tors triumphs, exam week resilience, lunchtime welly wanging, District Athletics representation and a reminder on attendance.

Letter from the Head – Friday 9th May 2025

Fri, 9 May 2025 14:37:32 GMT

In this issue: This week we’ve seen our A Level and GCSE exam season begin, celebrated success in a national biology competition, cheered on our football teams in the GLT tournament, wished luck to our Ten Tors participants and continued to prioritise strong attendance for all.

Letter from the Head – Friday 2nd May 2025

Fri, 2 May 2025 15:54:19 GMT

In this issue: Warm weather and excellent conduct, survey highlights and next steps, exciting staff appointments, student achievements in sport and science, exam season support, and our ongoing drive for excellent attendance.

Letter from the Head – Friday 11th April 2025

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:35:55 GMT

In this issue: An increase to the daily food limit, Year 10 work experience, inspiring trips for Year 9, celebration assemblies, homework deadlines and attendance updates.

Letter from the Head – Friday 4th April 2025

Fri, 4 Apr 2025 15:01:59 GMT

In this issue: Success in a regional photography competition, an exciting Young Carers trip, competitive House sport, impressive student leadership, upcoming HP Hero Club rewards, and ongoing focus on attendance.

Letter from the Head - Friday 28th March 2025

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:41:35 GMT

In this issue: We launch our parent, student, and staff surveys, celebrate the success of our Year 11 boys’ football team, reflect on an exciting netball weekend for Year 8 and 9, highlight the debate club’s visit to Parliament, and share an important attendance update.

Letter from the Head - Friday 14th March 2025

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 14:20:57 GMT

In this issue: Celebrating the success of Year 11 practical exams, ongoing assessments for Year 10 and Year 13, a fantastic university visit for Year 9, impressive sports performances across multiple year groups and a visit from education leaders to see our strong culture.

Letter from the Head – Friday 7th March

Fri, 7 Mar 2025 15:29:02 GMT

In this issue: A fantastic turnout at the Year 9 Parents and Options Evening, Year 10 Geography fieldwork trips, the Ten Tors expedition, Year 11 Art and Photography exams, success for our Debating Club in a Shakespeare Recital Competition, a reminder about Activities Week sign-ups, our next INSET day, and our weekly attendance update.

Letter from the Head - Friday 28th February 2025

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:38:51 GMT

In this issue: Celebrating the success of our second Talent Show, outstanding sporting achievements, incredible results in the UK Biology Olympiad, a reminder about the Activities Week deposit and upcoming INSET day, and the vital link between attendance and attainment.

Letter from the Head - Friday 14th February

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:11:03 GMT

Letter from the Head – Friday 7th February 2025

Fri, 7 Feb 2025 15:55:52 GMT

In this issue: Updates to our Home-School Communication Protocol, Y10 Scholars visit Oxford University, HP Hero badge replacements, talent show finals, Activities Week payments, bike security reminders, and our weekly attendance update.

Letter from the Head - Friday 31st January 2025

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:12:09 GMT

In this issue: An update on our house charity fundraising totals, a well-done to Year 9 for their efforts in assessments, a reminder about the importance of Year 11 mock exams, Year 12 feedback on their recent mock exams, an update from our Ten Tors training in Wales, a Year 10 Drama trip to see Blood Brothers, and a reminder about the importance of attendance.

Letter from the Head – Friday 24th January 2025

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:48:48 GMT

In this issue: Feedback on our Home-School Communication Protocol and Parents Evening timings, becoming a Parent Governor, a successful Year 8 Parents Evening, excellent participation in extracurricular sports, the Eco Club’s community contribution, the next INSET day, and a reminder about attendance.

Letter from the Head – Friday 17th January 2025

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:45:12 GMT

In this issue: Updates on our Home-School Communication Protocol consultation, highlights from GLT Review Day, exciting student trips, mock exams, and a focus on attendance.

Letter from the Head – Friday 10th January 2025

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:20:36 GMT

In this issue: A celebration of our excellent start to the new year, staff appointments, new initiatives to improve communication, updates on attendance, and opportunities for academic preparation.

Letter from the Head – Friday 20th December 2024

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:48:43 GMT

In this issue: Celebration Assemblies, Christmas activities, attendance update, and preparing for the Spring term.

Letter from the Head – Friday 13th December 2024

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:04:04 GMT

In this issue: Celebrating visiting school leaders, House Matches, Year 11 Parents Evening, the Year 7 Christmas Disco, science lecture trips, competition successes, sports achievements, and our attendance focus.