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SIMON’S SPRING REVIEW I am pleased to be able to present our Spring 2026 news roundup, which is full of updates and achievements from the last few months. This termly newsletter showcases the hard work, success and community spirit that are the hallmarks of Winstanley College, and I hope students, parents and carers, staff, governors and members of our local community will find plenty to enjoy in this edition.
SPRING 2026 NEWS ROUNDUP
This has been another busy and successful term for the College. We are delighted to be awarded Pathfinder status within the AiEd Certified framework and to be shortlisted for the Educate North ‘College of the Year’ category, both of which recognise the continued hard work of students and staff. We are also very proud to see Sheila Wilding shortlisted as a finalist in The
SIMON’S SPRING TERM REVIEW
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Pearson National Teaching Awards in the ‘Unsung Hero’ category,
NOMINATIONS AND AWARDS THE PEARSON NATIONAL TEACHING AWARDS
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which is extremely well-deserved.
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Alongside these achievements, students have continued to take
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competitions, performances, charity events, workshops and
WELLBEING AND SUPPORT STUDENT UNION UPDATES SLT RESPONSE TO STUDENT FEEDBACK STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
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WORKSHOPS AND VISITORS 16 EDUCATIONAL TRIPS 17 MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS 18 SPORT 20 LOWER SIXTH MOCK EXAMS 21 ALUMNI ESI TIMETABLE AFTER EASTER
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part in a wide range of extracurricular work including trips, enrichment activities. From university visits and academic competitions to performances, sporting fixtures and community events, it has been another term in which students have made the most of the opportunities available to them. The success we see each term comes from talented and hardworking students, supportive families and the commitment of staff across all areas of the College. Together, these create a community where students are supported to succeed and develop into confident, thoughtful and ambitious young people. I hope everyone enjoys a well-earned break and look forward to welcoming students back for the final term of the academic year. Best wishes, Simon Lett Principal