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Principal’s Message
Newsletter number 25, meaning we have done 25 school weeks since I began as Principal of your child’s school. It has gone by so fast, it has been such a wonderful start to my time here in Bolton.
Last night we celebrated with our community and held the King’s Bolton community Iftar event, organised by Ms Butt.
It was an incredible evening with speeches and recitals from our children, a video diary from the journalism club talking about what this time of year means for them This years theme was about a journey of reflection.
Reflection is a powerful thing. When we look back on our lives, as adults we see the struggles, the sacrifices, and the moments that shaped us. For me, reflection reminds me of my father, a man who arrived in this country as an orphan, unable to read or write English, he had a really difficult start in life but he was determined to build a future for himself and this determination to succeed was instilled in me and my sister from an early age. It reminds me of my own struggles times of hardship, times of uncertainty but also the strength and resilience that carried me through. Life is very much a test.
A reminder that our Year 11 results afternoon takes place on 27th March, all year 11 pupils will remain in school as there are various sessions taking place particularly with coursework elements Pupils in 7-10 will be permitted to leave at 1:15 to allow Year 11 teachers to meet wi pupils and parents across the afternoon into the evening Again, as we have done previously, any child that needs to remain in school until 3:35 we will have provision for them. The afternoon is to allow an opportunity to maximise the final few weeks, set out clear targets and achievable next steps to ensure that your Year 11 child achie highest grade possible.
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25 Friday 21st March
Year 11 GCSE Countdown
We have 23 school days until the summer examinations begin as of today, Friday 21st March. Next Thursday we are holding a special event for Year 11 children and their parents if you can attend to talk through what has gone well and some key next steps to help maximise grades.
As has been said previously, hopefully your child is studying at home during the evening, weekends and over the holidays so that they are fully prepared for their summer e
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King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
KLAB Community Iftar Event 2025
On Thursday evening, we warmly welcomed our wonderful community once more to celebrate Ramadan together by sharing Iftar, whether fasting or not!
This year's theme was "Understanding Ramadan: A Journey of Reflection." We were honored to have guest speakers including Principal of Bolton Daruloom, Rory Gaskin, and Nasheed Artist Junaid Chapti.
Our journalism club students, under the guidance of Mr. G. Jones and Mr. F. Raja, have been diligently creating a video montage. Additionally, we enjoyed inspiring student speeches and poetry recitals.
We raised a remarkable total of £1037 89 which will be donated to Crescent Food Bank.
A huge thank you to all our incredible staff who volunteered to make this event such a success – truly a highlight of the school year! This amazing achievement wouldn't have been possible without the exceptional organization and dedication of Ms. N Butt. We are so grateful for everything!
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25 Friday 21st March
Great Work
At King’s, we take pride in providing our young people with valuable opportunities within our curriculum. This week, our Science department has showcased some incredible practicals as part of the Year 10 GCSE course.
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
Extracurricular Activities
A huge congratulations to all the students who have participated in our clubs this term! We've added even more activities to the calendar, ensuring there's something for everyone Please take a look at the updated timetable and encourage your child to join a club that interests them.
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
Food Technology
Within Food technology it is understood that working with food is difficult for a large number of our students here at KLAB during Ramadan. Due to this our students will embark on a reduced curriculum Meaning, students will still be doing some food practical throughout Ramadan, and we will be focusing on dishes which students can enjoy when breaking their fast with families.
Students next practical will be Pizza Pocket Pitas. Where students will cover/develop safe practical skills including knife skills, Toasting using a grill and linking this to the Eat Well Guide - Micronutrients/Macronutrients, Complex Carbohydrates
Students will need to bring the following ingredients on the dates linked to their class code. - They will not need to put them in the fridge in the morning as they are not cold produce items, students can bring them directly to their lesson on the day.
Ingredients:
1 pack of Pita bread
1 tube of Tomato puree
Mozzarella cheese or dairy fee alternative (This can be grated)
2 - 3 Toppings of choice (This can be vegetables or pre cooked chicken etc)
Container to take pizza home in.
If you are experiencing any financial difficulties in regards to providing ingredients please email with the student name and class code so that I can provide ingredients on their behalf - m luke@kingsbolton com
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
Food Technology
In recent weeks, the Food Tech department has produced some incredible work that has been filling the school with delightful aromas. Students have been sharing heart warming stories of how they have taken their delicious treats home to share with their families during Iftar.
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25 Friday 21st March
Attendance Matters
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
KLAB Facebook Page
A few months back, we requested your feedback regarding our newsletter and communication methods. A recurring theme was your desire for us to utilize Facebook more effectively to showcase the wonderful happenings at school. You might have noticed that we're starting to do this again, so please remember to like and follow our page for updates: www.facebook.com/KLABolton.
Vacancies
We're on the lookout for a dedicated Caretaker to join our team at King's Leadership Academy Bolton! If you’re hardworking, reliable, and take pride in keeping a school running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!
Full-time role
Great team & supportive environment
Make a real difference in our school community Interested or know someone who’d be a great fit? Apply now! https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147077/EDV-2025-KLAB-65012 .
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25 Friday 21st March
Other Announcements
Important changes to Bee Network child tickets
From 23 March tap and go contactless payments are being introduced across Bee Network buses and trams for full fare paying adults only
Child tickets are not available using tap and go. Children can continue to use their current method of payment for travelling to school or leisure (e.g. cash, contactless).
At the same time, we’re making it even easier to pay for child tickets on the Bee Network app.
Single child hopper tickets will be available on the app, alongside a range of other child tickets. It’s the safe, cash-free way to pay for travel.
Here’s our top tips for paying for child fares from 23 March:
Download the Bee Network app to pay for a range of child tickets. When paying with contactless always ask the bus driver for a child ticket before tapping your card (to avoid getting charged adult fare).
Keep your TfGM travel pass (igo card, Our Pass) separate from bank cards when you tap the card reader, to avoid your bank card being charged an adult fare.
As always, your one-stop-shop for travelling to school information is available at www beenetwork com/schools
If you have any further questions or want to speak to someone, please get in touch with the Bee Network Contact Centre online or call: 0161 244 1000.
King’s Bolton Newsletter
Week 25
Friday 21st March
Dates for Your Diaries
Next week is Week B
Thursday 27th March - Year 11 Parent’s Afternoon (timing’s to be sent to parents)
Thursday 8th May - New Date for Year 7 Parents Evening
