NOWER HILL NEWS FEBRUARY 2026 From The Headteacher Dear Parents and Carers As we come to the end of another successful half term, I am delighted to share with you this latest edition of Nower Hill News. It has been a term filled with achievement, opportunity and celebration, and I am incredibly proud of all that our students and staff have accomplished. One of the most significant articles for me in Nower Hill news this half term is my opportunity to share our new school vision and values with you. These have been shaped through a year-long consultation with staff, students, parents, carers and governors, and they truly reflect the collective aspirations of our whole community. I am excited about the clarity and direction they provide for the future of Nower Hill, and confident that they capture both who we are and who we strive to be, a community where ambition is encouraged, commitment is recognised, creativity is nurtured, and every individual is treated with fairness and kindness. Our examination year groups continue to demonstrate resilience and determination. Students in Years 11 and 13 have now received their mock examination results, and we are very proud of the maturity and focus they have shown. These milestones provide important stepping stones towards the summer examinations, and it has been encouraging to see students responding thoughtfully to feedback and striving to improve further. This half term also brought welcome external recognition of the exceptional outcomes our students achieve. We were
praised for our excellent examination results by the Secretary of State for Education and are currently ranked in the top 7% of schools nationally for GCSE attainment. This is a testament to the hard work of our students, the expertise and dedication of our staff, and the invaluable support of families at home. Beyond the classroom, this edition highlights a wealth of enrichment opportunities and successes. From award winners to sporting achievements and a wide range of curriculum experiences, our students continue to embrace opportunities with enthusiasm and confidence. 6th Form Culture Day was once again a powerful and joyful celebration of the diversity that makes our school community so special. Events such as this reinforce the importance of inclusion, understanding and mutual respect. We are also incredibly proud of our Year 13 students, many of whom are already receiving offers from universities and apprenticeship providers. Their success reflects years of sustained effort and aspiration, and we look forward to supporting them as they take their next exciting steps. As always, thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we ensure that Nower Hill remains a place where young people are encouraged to aim high, work hard and contribute positively to the world around them.
I wish you all a restful and enjoyable break.
Jo Skelhorne Headteacher Nower Hill High School
UPCOMING EVENTS View online school calendar February 2026 25th – 27th School Production March 2026 2nd 5th 12th 9 - 13th
Year 9 Vaccinations Creative Futures Fair House Colours Day 6th Form House Charities’ Week
26th 27th 30th - 10th
Year 12 Parents’ Evening INSET Day Easter Holiday
April 2026 22nd 28th
Year 7 N Side Parents’/Carers’ Evening Year 7 H Side Parents’/Carers’ Evening