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We had an amazing time at our Summer School this August with our soon-to-be Year 7 students! It was such a joy getting to know each of you as you begin your educational journey here at Golborne High. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!
We had an amazing time at our Summer School this August with our soon-to-be Year 7 students! It was such a joy getting to know each of you as you begin your educational journey here at Golborne High. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!
THE GOLBORNE WAY STARTS HERE FROM MUD TO GLORY
YEAR 7 SMASH THEIR SUMMER CHALLENGE!
Celebrating our pupils' achievements is one of our greatest joys! In September, Mrs. Stott was thrilled to recognise the incredible efforts of our Year 7 pupils who put in the hard work over the summer to complete their transition booklets to an exceptional level. This dedication truly embodies the Golborne Standard and reflects the spirit of The Golborne Way. We’re confident that this is just the beginning of many more accomplishments to come this year. Congratulations, Class of 2030 keep shining!
Our amazing Year 11 put their Bear Grylls skills to the test during their Duke of Edinburgh expedition weekend in September! The group set off from Roddlesworth, hiking 15 km to Bibby’s Farm, where they camped overnight, before completing another 11 km on Sunday to finish their challenge The weather threw everything at them heavy rain, thunder, and even lightning but they powered through with smiles, teamwork, and plenty of laughter The supportive, upbeat atmosphere kept morale high, making even the toughest moments fun!
All pupils did themselves and the school proud, earning glowing feedback from both the independent assessor and the public. Every pupil showed determination, resilience, and true Golborne Way spirit!
A huge congratulations to Charlotte & Holly for their fantastic performances in this summer’s NADOS production of Shrek the Musical. The show opened on Wednesday, 27th August, and delighted audiences across five performances in just four nights.
Both Charlotte and Holly dedicated their summer to rehearsals working hard while having plenty of fun along the way They took on a variety of roles throughout the show, but their standout performances came as the highly entertaining Tweedledee and Tweedledum.
Scarlett “Katalina Rose” is climbing the ropes to wrestling stardom!
Year 8 pupil, Scarlett has already made waves at Top Rope Wrestling Academy, training relentlessly since April and earning her spot in the elite Vipers division She made an impressive debut in Hull and is now gearing up for her next big challenge at the Pendle Hippodrome in Colne this October.
With her sights set on the international stage, Scarlett is determined to follow in the legendary footsteps of Golborne High School alumni, The British Bulldogs, and make her mark on the world of wrestling with the WWE.
Golborne High
extended a warm welcome to more than 300 eager Year 6 pupils for our annual Primary Progression Day in September
The event offered an exciting glimpse into the lessons the pupils will experience in Year 7, covering subjects such as Mathematics, English, Science, Physical Education, Art, Music, Geography, History, and Drama.
In addition to these engaging lessons, Year 6 had the opportunity to participate in a variety of enriching activities, including Axe throwing, Den building, problem-solving challenges, and even climbing!
We trust that they thoroughly enjoyed this day of exploration and learning Our prefects exhibited outstanding organisational skills and provided invaluable assistance to Year 6 throughout the event
We eagerly look forward to extending a warm welcome to both pupils and parents who choose to join the Golborne Family
OPEN EVENING
WE WERE DELIGHTED BY THE INCREDIBLE TURNOUT AT OUR ANNUAL OPEN EVENING IN OCTOBER. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO JOINED US—WE HOPE YOU HAD A WONDERFUL EVENING. IF YOU CHOOSE GOLBORNE, WE CAN’T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU AND YOUR CHILD INTO THE
We are proud to announce that four new school records were set during the event: We are proud to announce that four new school records were set during the event:
House identities were proudly displayed, with pupils cheering each other on and celebrating every achievement. The leadership shown by our Sports Leaders was outstanding, guiding and motivating their peers with maturity and positivity
The competition was close and spirited, and we are thrilled to announce that Lennon House secured first place - congratulations to them! Picasso and Shakespeare shared second, Westwood came in fourth, followed by Fonteyn in fifth. Every pupil contributed to the day’s success, and we are incredibly proud of their behaviour, engagement, and sportsmanship
Thank you to all staff and pupils who made the day so memorable. We look forward to more opportunities to celebrate our students’ talents and teamwork as the Inter-House competition continues throughout the year
YEAR 7 INTER-HOUSE DAY
This year’s Year 7 Inter-House Day was a huge success, filled with energy, enthusiasm, and exceptional teamwork Our pupils immersed themselves in a wide range of engaging activities, demonstrating outstanding communication, collaboration, and leadership throughout the day. Their behaviour was exemplary, and we were incredibly proud of the maturity and positivity they displayed The event was designed to continue to support our Year 7 students in their transition to secondary school by nurturing key personal and interpersonal skills such as confidence, trust, and resilience
It was heartening to see students working competitively yet cooperatively within their Houses, striving to earn valuable points toward the House Cup. The final scores were incredibly close, reflecting the high level of participation and effort from all involved A huge congratulations to Westwood House, this year’s winners! And a sincere well done to every pupil for th
PEAS & GCSES
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ATTENDED OUR ‘PIES, PEAS & GCSES’ EVENING IN OCTOBER.
Theeventwasverywellattendedandofferedavaluableintroductiontotheyearaheadwhilecelebratingourpupils’ achievements.Itwasalsoafantasticopportunityforfamiliestospeakwithstaffandlocalcollegerepresentatives.
Theeventwasverywellattendedandofferedavaluableintroductiontotheyearaheadwhilecelebratingourpupils’ achievements Itwasalsoafantasticopportunityforfamiliestospeakwithstaffandlocalcollegerepresentatives
AspecialthankyoutoWigan&LeighCollege,StJohnRigbySixthFormCollege,WinstanleyCollege,Warrington&Vale RoyalCollege,andAspiringFuturesWiganCouncilforjoiningusandsupportingtheevent.
AspecialthankyoutoWigan&LeighCollege,StJohnRigbySixthFormCollege,WinstanleyCollege,Warrington&Vale RoyalCollege,andAspiringFuturesWiganCouncilforjoiningusandsupportingtheevent
Year 9 Geography pupils visited the Etihad Stadium, home to Manchester City Football Club. During a VIP tour, pupils explored the stadium grounds and exclusive behind-the-scenes areas, including the changing rooms and press conference suites Pupils also visited New Islington Marina The marina has been the focus of serious regeneration work in the area over recent years, introducing stylish residential and leisure areas that are in harmony with the surrounding community
The visit provided valuable insight into how urban redevelopment has transformed Manchester into one of the UK’s leading examples of post-industrial regeneration Once renowned for its textile mills and industrial heritage, Manchester has reinvented itself through ambitious regeneration projects that blend modern architecture, green spaces, and community-focused design. A key part of this transformation is the redevelopment of the Etihad Campus Originally constructed for the 2002 Commonwealth Games, the stadium and its surrounding area have since evolved into a vibrant hub for sport, leisure, and innovation Ongoing developments such as new entertainment venues, hotels, and public spaces reflect Manchester’s broader vision of using sport and culture to drive economic growth, urban renewal, and community engagement.
Roar to Glory!
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Congratulations to Year 9 student Ben and Year 8 student Cameron, pictured proudly lifting the U13s Rugby League Division trophy! The boys and their team, The Leigh East Lions, completed a perfect season going undefeated in all 16 league games Both the club and school are incredibly proud of their outstanding achievement, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish next! Well done, team! Year 11 Pupil Crowned British Champion!
Year 7 Alex Punches His Way to National Glory!
Year7,AlexstruckgoldintheBoys10–11KumiteattheAMANationalKarate ChampionshipsinBury,Manchester!
Alex,adedicatedBlackBeltattheEnglishKarateAcademy,hasbeentraining sincetheageofjust3yearsold–andhishardworkisclearlypayingoff.
InOctober,AlexwillbetravellingtoRiga,Latviatocompeteinthe15thWUKF EuropeanKarateChampionships,proudlyrepresentingtheEKAEnglandTeam WewishAlexthebestofluckashepreparestotakehisskillstotheinternational stage
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From Year 10 to Warrington Wolves’ Player to Player Programme!
Over the summer, we received some fantastic news our Year 10 pupil, Grace, has signed up for the Player to Player programme with Warrington Wolves. This is a wonderful achievement and an exciting opportunity for her to further develop in a sport she is truly dedicated to Well done, Grace!
Politics Meets Prefects: Jo Platt Drops In on Golborne High
It was a pleasure to welcome our local MP, Jo Platt, to Golborne High in October After a tour of the school, Jo met with our senior prefects and engaged with the school council, answering questions on a range of local issues including the eagerly anticipated reopening of Golborne Train Station
All the Right Moves
Olivia’s Dance Triumph at NPAA
Well done to Olivia in Year 8, who represented the KAM Performing Arts Academy team at the NPAA Set Solo Dance Competition at Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldham. Olivia performed in six sections two each in modern, tap, and ballet and impressively qualified for the final in every one of them She placed 8th and 7th in tap, achieved two 2nd places in ballet, and finished with an outstanding 2nd and 1st in modern! She also received fantastic feedback from the judge a brilliant achievement all round!
Meet the Story Keepers
Golborne High School is delighted to introduce our first team of student librarians, who have been proudly serving in their roles since September after successfully applying for this prestigious position.
Working alongside Mrs. Knott, they help with the daily running of the library — from checking books in and out and recommending great reads to classmates, to cataloguing our impressive collection of over 1,600 titles. In addition, they have played a key part in planning school events such as our Open Evening and the upcoming Book Fair in November.
We are incredibly proud of their commitment, enthusiasm, and the positive atmosphere they create each lunchtime — fostering a love of reading and ensuring the library remains a calm, welcoming space for everyone to enjoy.
A Taste of España
Year 9 Say ‘¡Qué Rico!’ to Spanish Food Fiesta!
Year 9 pupils enjoyed the flavours of Spain as they experienced a lesson of Spanish food tasting with Mrs Avci Pupils enjoyed tortilla española, chorizo, jamón serrano and artesanas con pipas. Not forgetting the
Stepping into History
Golborne Pupils Experience the First World War
Golborne High was honoured to welcome historian Dr. Bill Smith, who brought history to life with the moving story of Edward Cain, a local hero who answered the call to serve in 1914. Students, who are currently studying the First World War in the enquiry 'Were the lions led by donkey's' were transported back in time as they learned about the tough conditions Edward and his fellow soldiers faced on the front lines, leading up to his disappearance at Beaumont-Hamel on July 1st, 1916, during the Battle of the Somme. Students also enjoyed a hands-on experience with genuine battlefield artifacts, even trying on original First World War uniforms—bringing history vividly to life. The workshop is a powerful reminder of the courage and sacrifice of those who came before us and offered a deeper, more meaningful understanding of the First World War and its legacy.
