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Read MoreBBC School Report
Published 15/03/18Year 9 students from The Piggott School will be making the news for real on 15 March 2018 as they take part in BBC News School Report.
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Read MoreYear 8 Girls Cyber Security Success!
Published 14/03/18This year, The Piggott School gave Year 8 girls the opportunity to take part in the CyberFirst Girls Competition, organised by the government’s National Cyber Security Centre.
Read MoreSevere Winter Weather Procedures
Published 28/02/18It is widely expected that towards the end of this week, we will continue to have very cold weather and possibly disruptive snow. As ever our principle is to remain open as usual and all is in place to grit and make the site as safe as possible. Should there be a need to consider any changes to this, we will communicate using the procedure linked below. In preparation for the cold weather please would you ensure your son or daughter wears footwear that is appropriate for the conditions.
The decision for closure before school opens will be made as early as possible. If the decision is made to close the site during the school day, this will be communicated using the same process. If you are unable to collect your child during the school day or they are unable to travel home independently, please prepare an alternative plan with an agreed place that they can stay until you are able to meet them. This will ensure that your child is able to leave the site promptly for their own safety.
In conclusion, please assume that the school is open unless communication is received regarding a planned closure.
Thank you for your continuing support.
The Piggott School
Read MoreWorld War 1 Commemoration Event
Published 06/02/18At the end of January members of the school choir were honoured to be asked to take part in the ‘Never Such Innocence’ World War I commemoration event at Commonwealth War Graves Commission Head Office in Maidenhead. Some of the special guests who attended the service were Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, Air Vice Marshal Mike Wigston and the Prime Minister, Theresa May.
Read MoreThank You From Launchpad
Published 16/01/18
The charity Launchpad would like to express their sincere thanks for the ongoing support the school provides through fundraising events. They are immensely grateful for the continued engagement the school has shown in raising vital funds and awareness to their cause and mission to support disadvantaged people so that positive futures can be created for families.
Read MoreWokingham Admissions Consultaion
Published 05/01/18Wokingham Borough Council have asked the school to inform parents of their Consultation on admission arrangements for community and voluntary controlled schools for 2019 – 20.
This is not a consultation on The Piggott School.
Read MoreOnline Safety Evening 2018
Published 04/01/18Online Safety Evening - Wednesday 17th January 2018
The Piggott School is committed to online safety. We are always working hard to ensure that students have a consistent experience of online safety education. We aim to ensure that all students from Year 7 to Year 13 receive embedded opportunities within the curriculum and pastoral tutor time to learn how to stay safe online. New technologies bring exciting learning opportunities, but careful management and education is needed to ensure that everyone is safe in our digital world.
We will be holding an information evening to update parents in this ever changing world of online safety. I am pleased to offer an opportunity for all parents/carers of The Piggott School students to attend on Wednesday 17th January 2018. The event will be in the Library from 6:00-7.00pm.
Although some of the messages about online safety do not change, we feel the need to highlight everything that will be most relevant to protect your children online. If you would like to attend please email reception@piggottschool.org to book a place.
Read MoreTrip to Interserve PLC
Published 14/12/17On the 6th December 2017, 12 A- level business students were lucky enough to visit Interserve PLC in Twyford. Interserve PLC is a services company specialising in construction work, however they also have many other roles such as, catering, security, cleaning, and even prison transport. Additionally they have completed many exciting projects for example, fitting out the world trade centre in Dubai as well as The Shard and also even framework for many abstract buildings. As well as the big projects they also have contracts with everyday business as they were contracted to deliver retail cleaning services to 360 Boots stores as well as providing cleaning services to Sainsbury’s.
Read MoreMicrosoft DigiGirls Trip
Published 14/12/17
The 1st of December was an exciting day for a group of Year 8 girls. We all went to Microsoft, Reading, to compete in a competition called DigiGirlz, an annual competition held for schools in the UK (there were teams from Birmingham!) to try and encourage more girls to go into Computer Science and Programming.
Read MoreAdverse Weather - School open as usual
Published 10/12/17School open as usual. Lots of snow, slush & ice on site. Please wear sensible shoes & take care
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Read More6th Form Open Evening
Published 06/12/17We would like to welcome you to our 6th Form Open Evening on Wednesday 6th December 2017
Read MoreThank you
Published 05/12/17Thank you to all the parents who responded to the online ParentView survey this week; 96% of our parents would recommend the school.
The OfSTED judgements are confidential until the report is published, which is expected to be early January.
Each and every member of staff were, as always, amazing during the inspection. The children’s behaviour, and especially their appetite for learning, was excellent.
Many thanks for your continuing support.
D J Gray
Headteacher
The Piggott School and Charvil Piggott Primary School
Every Child, Every Lesson, Every Day.
Read MorePSA Auction Collection Info
Published 01/12/17PSA Auction 2017
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A-Level Certificate Collection
Published 29/11/17Year 13 leavers June 2017
Read MoreChina Trip 2017
Published 28/11/17An incredibly long flight and a 7 hour time difference did not phase the nineteen Piggott students who were all set for a new adventure! They arrived in Chengdu to a warm welcome from the staff of Luzhou High School.
After a short rest, the activities began. From visiting forests, temples and farms, to attending calligraphy and Chinese taiji classes, the visit was action packed from beginning to end. In addition to the wide variety of activities that took place at Luzhou High School, and the exciting day trip experiences, the Piggott staff and students enjoyed spending time with some of the families from the school.
The group even managed to squeeze in a visit to the Giant Panda Research Base, in Chengdu, before their return flight!
Students and staff really made the most of this wonderful opportunity and they truly experienced, at first hand, Chinese culture, education and lifestyle. Many memories were created and they will no doubt be treasured for years to come.
Everyone is looking forward to the return visit from the Chinese students and staff next summer.
Until then, students can enjoy finding out more about the adventure during one of Mr Crawley’s upcoming assemblies!
Read MoreIceland Trip 2017
Published 28/11/17Geography Department - Iceland Trip 2017
Read MoreThank you to all who attended our Remembrance Service
Published 16/11/17Thank you to all who attended our Remembrance Service on Friday.
Read MoreDo you know anyone who is interested in Sports Coaching or Football?
Published 06/11/17The Piggott School Sports Coaching Academy are currently recruiting for 2018/19. We have teamed up with The Reading FC Community Trust to develop a unique sports coaching programme, with the aim of developing talented young sports leaders. Whether you are interested in becoming a football coach, physical education teacher, sports manager or a fitness instructor, The Coaching Academy will give you the skills, knowledge and experience to develop your career as a sports leader.
The course combines a series of coaching awards with a level 3 Sports Coaching Dipoma, which is the equivalent of 1–A level. You can combine your study with another A-Level, which can provide a pathway to university and higher education or alternatively you can access apprenticeships or immediate employment opportunities in the sports leadership industry.
If you are in year 11 or know anyone who may be interested in joining our team of young coaches please contact Mr Freeman at freeman@piggottschool.org
Our brochure can be viewed on the school website and our sixth form open evening is on Wednesday 6th December.