In a test, for most people, 89% would be considered good. In terms of attendance, below 90% is considered as persistently absent. ​​

90% attendance is 20 missed days of school over the year or 100 missed days over the 5 years at high school. It becomes obvious why pupils with 90% attendance have less chance of reaching their potential when then miss over 300 lessons.

Endon High School's 12 days of Christmas Attendance Rewards

From Monday 1st December look out for the start of the Endon High School 12 days of Christmas.​

• 100% Attendance = Name entered into the prize draw ​to win a £100 voucher! One winner!! ​
• Runner up prize's = £25.00 voucher! 5 winners! ​​
• Weekly Form winners = Christmas chocolates ​
• Daily Form winners = Sweets

Winter Menus

Allergy Reminder

Please note that Endon High School operates as a nut-free site, and has now extended this to being sesame-seed free as well. This was shared in the last bulletin, can parents be very vigilant of this, and support their child to maintain the integrity of being a nut and sesame free school.

The Assessment Window

The current assessment window concludes on Wednesday 3rd December. Until Wednesday the shortened day continues.

We have been delighted by how many pupils have worked really hard to review their work from this term, and then answer questions on it in the assessments. Just a few days to go, then it's over to the staff to get all those papers marked!

A few key dates coming up to complete this process.

• Year 11 pupils will not be given any GCSE grades in any subject prior to our 'Mock Results Day' which will take place on Tuesday 13th January. 
• A Parents' Evening will then follow on Thursday 15th January so that Parents can meet subject staff to review where pupils are upto, and make a plan moving forward. Miss Hill will be in touch about making appointments so please 'save the date'.
• Year 7-10 results will be reported to parents in w/c 19th January.

In all year groups, staff will be using the information that they will get from the assessments to review work and fill gaps in knowledge to help pupils make better progress.

Download the timetables for the Assessment Window below: 

Year 11 Mentoring

A reminder that the Year 11 mentoring programme now continues every Tuesday. All Year 11s meet their mentor at 8.30am on Tuesday mornings.

We look forward to seeing all of Year 11 at their next session on Tuesday 2nd November at 8.30am and then every Tuesday, including during the Mock Exams.

Year 9 Derbion Shopping Centre Trip Reminder

The Year 9 Rewards Trip to the Derbion Shopping Centre will take place on Tuesday 2th December.

Pupils will depart school at 9:10am and are expected to return to school by approximately 3:20pm.

Pupils should attend in non-school uniform and leave iPads at home. Pupils are expected to dress appropriately for the trip (e.g. no crop tops, mini-skirts or offensive print on clothing)

All pupils must remain inside the Derbion Centre at all times and stay in groups of at least three.

A clear meeting point will be designated on arrival, and the school mobile number will be available for emergencies and will be given to pupils next week.

All pupils must return to the meeting point by 1:45pm ready for departure at 2:00pm.

Pupils in school will be following an alternate plan to their regular timetable. Pupils are still expected to bring their iPads and arrive to school in full uniform.

Any questions, contact Mr R. Bahia by email at randeep.bahia@endon.set.org

Year 11 Trafford Centre Trip Reminder

The Year 11 Trafford Centre trip will take place on 3rd December. Pupils will depart at 11:05 and are expected to return by 17:00. They should attend in non-school uniform and leave iPads at home. All pupils must stay within the Trafford Centre in groups of at least three. A meeting point will be designated, and the school mobile number will be available for emergencies. Pupils must arrive at the meeting point by 15:45 ready for departure.

Year 7 Parent's Afternoon 

We have sent out emails with appointment times for the Parent/Teacher meetings, which will take place on Thursday 4th December. These meetings are for Year 7 only and provide an opportunity to meet a member of the pastoral team to discuss how your child has settled into Endon High School.

If you have any questions regarding the meetings, including requests to change or clarify appointment times, please contact tracey.hill@endon.set.org.

Each meeting will last 10 minutes and will take place in the library. Please note that entry and exit must be via the Visitors’ Reception. Our car park is small, so if you are able to walk, we would greatly appreciate it.

We look forward to meeting you.

Year 11 Leavers' Cerificate Evening

Coming up: Class of 2025 will be receiving their certificates in the main hall on Tuesday 9^th December - 6pm until 7pm. We are really looking forward to catching up with you to hear all about college and give you your certificates reflecting your excellent results.

• Please spread the word, we hope that as many as possible will come to see us.

• Entry is via the visitors entrance.

Concert season is full swing at Endon High School!

Tickets are now available to purchase on Parent Pay for our EHS Christmas Concerts, which are on Tuesday 16th and Wednesday 17th December at 6pm. Our massed Year 7 choir will be performing alongside student ensembles and soloists from across the school. Tickets are limited and selling fast, so book early to avoid disappointment!

Our school choir will also be performing as the lead secondary school at the Festival of Christmas Music at the Victoria Hall in Hanley on Monday 1st December. Tickets for this event are available to purchase from https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FDES

Congratulations also to our Year 8 and 9 singers who gave a stunning choral performance at Lichfield Cathedral last week!

Endzone

Current timetable Resumes on Thursday 4th December and will then will run until the Christmas Holiday.

Uniform Issue

We’ve noticed a few pupils wearing round-neck jumpers rather than the v-neck. This is not part of our uniform. 

Thank you for your support on our last push as we continue to challenge the jewellery being worn on site, which is not in line with school expectations.

Please ensure your child attends school in full compliance with our uniform policy.

Tom – NHS Education Mental Health Practitioner

The session focussed on pupil's mental health and wellbeing sessions in helping understand their child’s anxiety , stress and school avoidance. The workshop was really well received.

Tom hopes to deliver another session in 2026. In the meantime if you have any concerns about your child’s mental health please look at using some of the amazing services we have locally including the combined wellbeing number with access to a wide range of services for all ages:  https://combinedwellbeing.org.uk

• North Staffs Combined Healthcare:
• Urgent support 0800 0328 728 Option 1
• Talking therapies 0300 303 0923
• Your child’s GP

We do have the wellbeing drop in every Tuesday morning at school with our ELSA team 8-8.30am in the MAP room which available for all students in all years.

Bereavement Support - Winston's Wish

Additional support now available from Winston's Wish. 

If you need any guidance or support, please get in touch. You can speak to their bereavement specialists instantly. No waiting lists, no appointments, just real-life support. They're available 8am-8pm, weekdays (3-8pm weekdays for text and WhatsApp). You must be 13 or older to receive support via text or WhatsApp.

Call free on 08088 020 021
✉️ Email ask@winstonswish.org
Live chat at winstonswish.org
Text or WhatsApp on 07418 341 800

School 'Open Week' Invitation

We’re pleased to welcome parents into school during our upcoming Open Week, running from Monday 8 December to Friday 12 December. On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, families are invited to join a guided tour of lessons to see learning in action. 

Tours will be available each day at 9:30, 11:30, and 13:30, with places offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Booking places will go live on ParentPay on Monday morning at approximately 10am.

We look forward to welcoming you into school and sharing a snapshot of daily life in our classrooms.

Operation Compass

Endon High School is part of Operation Encompass which is a national scheme that operates jointly between schools and police forces.

Operation Encompass is the reporting to schools, prior to the start of the next school day, when a child or young person has experienced domestic abuse.

We have ensured that a member of our staff, Mr Keates (Designated Safeguarding Lead) is our Key Adult, and he has been trained in the Operation Encompass procedures allowing us to then use the information that has been shared, in confidence, to support the child/ren in our care. He is supported by Key Stage Leads, the Progress Managers and the Pastoral Leaders in following these procedures.

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 identifies children who experience domestic abuse as victims of domestic abuse in their own right.

On 24 May 2024 Royal Assent was granted to The Victims and Prisoners Act. The Act placed Operation Encompass into Law.

This places a statutory obligation on police forces to share Operation Encompass notifications with schools/educational settings.

We are keen to offer the best support possible to all our pupils and through Operation Encompass we will be able to provide the best possible support to our children.

Severe Weather

As we move into the winter months, we want to ensure that families are well-prepared for any disruption caused by snow or other severe weather. To help everyone understand how decisions are made and what to expect in different situations, we are sharing our updated Severe Weather Plan for 2025–26.

The document outlines the steps the school will take under various weather scenarios, how and when we will communicate decisions, and what we ask from families to help keep the whole community safe. We encourage all parents and carers to read the plan carefully and make sure they can access messages sent through Arbor and Firefly.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us respond quickly and safely during adverse weather.

Appointments

A few parents have arrived at school, or called, wanting to speak to someone beyond the reception staff. I politely remind you that all parents need to contact the school to arrange an appointment to both meet with a member of staff in person or to arrange a call back. 

We do not want you to percieve this as inconsiderate, schools are busy places, and staff will all have commitments throughout their day to manage.

Please work with us and we will do our very best to ensure we respond to your requests in a timely manner. On the same day if a pupil is at risk of immediate harm and for all other matters we will reply to arrange a response, to arrange a meeting or to arrange a call, within 48 hours.

Thank you for your support.

Thank you!

Thank you to any stakeholders that spot a mistake in the bulletin. Your feedback helps us to quickly respond and retify our error. Thank you for your continued support for the school. Please remember to use the school website, Arbor, Firefly and follow our Facebook to keep updated.