Junior
Ethos and Philosophy of Junior and Infant Department:
The ethos and atmosphere at Aldford underpin the agreed aims of the school. Teachers provide a broad and balanced curriculum, developing the skills, concepts and knowledge necessary for future learning. Our child-centred approach is the basis of the focus while pupils are at school. Each child is viewed as an individual, and we aim to nurture and develop their skills and abilities, academically, in the fields of sport, music, drama, art, technology or wherever. In the course of their daily work, the staff contribute to the development of this ethos and philosophy through:
- Providing a calm, quiet and effective working environment at all times, in which each child can achieve their maximum potential.
- Providing a welcoming environment, in which courtesy, kindness and respect are fostered.
- Providing positive role models.
- Providing a fair and disciplined environment.
- Developing links with the wider community.
- Providing children with meaningful, purposeful tasks, related to the National Curriculum programmes of study, the Primary Literacy and Numeracy Strategies and EYFS Desirable Learning Outcomes.
- Valuing and celebrating pupils’ success and achievements.
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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.
