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A Winter Wonderland
A very happy New Year to one and all but what an unusual start to the Spring Term! The beautiful picture above was taken at Saighton Grange on Thursday 7th January but unfortunately this idyllic scene hides the traffic chaos and our frustration as the College was forced to close for an unprecedented two days and Aldford for three! I am sure that many families enjoyed the opportunity to build snowmen at first but rest assured we are glad to be back and raring to go for the Spring Term.
The ‘big freeze’ has hit the headlines for the last two weeks and no doubt the ‘big thaw’ will follow very soon. It seems an age since the end of the Autumn Term but I hope that you enjoyed our wonderful annual Carol Service in December. As always the Choir, soloists, Aldford Choir and readers did a fantastic job and I thank all those who helped to make it such a special, festive occasion. The Cathedral was full to bursting and I must commend our Aldford pupils and Year 7’s who had a restricted view of the service but behaved impeccably. It was also wonderful to see Chester Cathedral in all its glory on Christmas Day on BBC1 and I felt very proud to see so many Abbey Gate College faces (staff, pupils and parents) in the Choir and congregation.
As Year 11s are completing Mock examinations and modules and the Sixth Form have returned to AS and A2 examinations I wish them well and hope they were able to dedicate sufficient time to their revision over the holiday. I would also like to wish our J6 cohort every success with their upcoming Entrance Examination at the end of the month – I am sure that they will excel themselves.
With concerts, the College Play, numerous sports fixtures and other events I look forward to seeing parents supporting and watching our Abbey Gate pupils from the Foundation Stage to the Upper Sixth, making their mark and enjoying their educational journey with us.
I wish you health, happiness and success for the year ahead!
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More Musical Success
More Musical Success - Peter Edge wins at the Eisteddfod
Year 11 student Peter Edge won the 15-20 yr old vocal class at the International Eisteddfod at Llangollen coming away with a prize of £200. He competed against singers from all over the world, some of which are already students at music Colleges.
U15 cricket - a first class victory!
On Wednesday 16th June the Year 10 cricket team (plus Oliver Handley from Year 7), entertained Bishop Blue Coat School. In his maiden game as captain Simon Povey won the toss and decided to field first.
The 8 bowlers used proceeded to bowl out the opposition for 40 runs. A prolonged spell of accurate bowling brought its rewards for Rory Jones, who took 3 wickets and Harry Fairclough, who took 4 wickets (including 3 wickets in 4 balls).
Chester Schoolboys Under 14s Triumph
Chester Schoolboys Under 14s triumph in County Cup Final
Abbey Gate pupils Henry Smith and Otis Chamberlain (both from Year 9)
have both made significant contributions to the success of the Under 14 town football team. 15 matches played mainly on Saturday mornings have allowed both boys to compete against strong teams from Wirral, Sefton and Stockport amongst others.
Open day 2009
Abbey Gate College Open Day
Sixth Form Information Evening
6th Form Information Evening on Thursday 19th November
The Power of Positive Thinking
Last week was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the success of the past College year at our annual Speech Day and Prize giving
All for One and One for All
As the last watery rays of sunshine lift our spirits at the end of our rain soaked summer, last week also saw our annual Open Day. Apart from the last minute completion of wall displays, activities and experiments, the afternoon and evening are very much a true reflection of life here at Abbey Gate College.
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More Musical Success
More Musical Success - Peter Edge wins at the Eisteddfod
Year 11 student Peter Edge won the 15-20 yr old vocal class at the International Eisteddfod at Llangollen coming away with a prize of £200. He competed against singers from all over the world, some of which are already students at music Colleges.
U15 cricket - a first class victory!
On Wednesday 16th June the Year 10 cricket team (plus Oliver Handley from Year 7), entertained Bishop Blue Coat School. In his maiden game as captain Simon Povey won the toss and decided to field first.
The 8 bowlers used proceeded to bowl out the opposition for 40 runs. A prolonged spell of accurate bowling brought its rewards for Rory Jones, who took 3 wickets and Harry Fairclough, who took 4 wickets (including 3 wickets in 4 balls).
Sixth Form Sporting Opportunities
Sixth Form Sporting Opportunities
Rugby- For the first time in over 15 years the College was able to put out a 1st XV team in an U19 tournament played at Sandbach rugby club this February.
Chester Schools Football
Abbey Gate College hosts Chester Schoolboys Footballers Presentation Evening with the Duke of Westminster
Chester Schools Football Association have been running official inter school competition for over 100 years. His Grace the Duke of Westminster has been the President of the CSFA since the 1970s. Without hesitation he donated money and on Saturday 17th April he reaffirmed his Presidency by attending a presentation evening hosted by Headmistress Lynne Horner at the fabulous venue of Abbey Gate College.
Small Business Master Class
Small Business Master Class
Years 11 and 12 attended a Small Business Master Class at the College on Wednesday 3rd March 2010. The class gave the students a valuable insight into the world of business, communications and team work by helping them to develop an understanding of the opportunities open to small business owners The interactive day proved to be very informative and rewarding and in addition most enjoyable.
