Pastoral Leaders

Whilst the form tutors remain as the first point of contact for many issues, the Pastoral Leaders are an important and additional point of contact.

Assistant Headteacher/DSL                            Mrs H Goymer    

Associate Assistant Headteacher SENCo     Mrs J Millband

Head of Sixth Form                                         Mr R Smith

Year 11 Key Stage Manager                           Mrs A Angell                            

Year 10 Key Stage Manager                           Mrs A Angell

Year 9 Key Stage Manager                             Mr J Offer

Year 8 Key Stage Manager                             Mr J Offer

Head of Year 7 and Transition                       Mr S Newell

Heads of Department

For academic issues, please address any concerns to the appropriate Head of Department.

*Fitness Suite membership is available for students in Y9 and above. Please ask in the Fitness Suite for more information.

This is an overview of extra-curricular sports clubs for Term 1. A range of other clubs and activities are available and are being advertised to students in school. These will be shared in a future Newsletter. 

Important Information for Parents and Carers

Please read this information carefully. It explains your legal responsibilities regarding your child's school attendance, the rules around term-time leave and the support available if you experience difficulties with attendance.

Every School Day Counts

Good school attendance is one of the most important factors in helping children achieve their full potential.

Children who attend school regularly are more likely to make good academic progress, build positive friendships, develop confidence and enjoy school.

Even a small number of absences can affect learning. Missing just a few days each year can mean missed teaching, disrupted routines and gaps in learning that can be difficult to catch up.

If you are experiencing any difficulties that may affect your child's attendance, please contact the school as early as possible. We are committed to working with families to identify barriers and provide support wherever we can.

Holidays During Term Time

The Department for Education expects parents to avoid taking holidays during term time wherever possible.

We therefore ask that family holidays are arranged during the published school holiday periods.

If you believe there are exceptional circumstances which require your child to be absent during term time, you must submit a written request to the Headteacher using the Leave of Absence Form.

Each request will be considered individually.

If the circumstances are not considered exceptional, the absence will be recorded as unauthorised.

Penalty Notices

From 19 August 2024, all Local Authorities follow the National Framework for Penalty Notices.

A Penalty Notice may be requested where a child has accumulated 10 or more unauthorised sessions (equivalent to 5 school days) within a rolling 10 school week period.

This threshold applies to:

· Unauthorised holidays during term time.

· Persistent unauthorised absence.

· Any combination of unauthorised absences that reaches the threshold.

Penalty Notice Charges

Persistent Absence

Regular attendance is important, even where absences are due to a range of different reasons.

Where attendance begins to decline, the school will always seek to understand any barriers and work with families to improve attendance.

Support may include:

· Early attendance meetings.

· Attendance contracts.

· Attendance support plans.

· Requests for medical evidence where appropriate.

· Support from external agencies where required.

Where attendance does not improve despite appropriate support being offered, further action may be considered.

Legal Responsibilities

Parents have a legal responsibility to ensure their child receives a suitable full-time education.

This responsibility is set out within:

· Section 7 of the Education Act 1996

· Section 444 of the Education Act 1996

· Section 444B of the Education Act 1996

Where attendance concerns remain unresolved and legal action becomes necessary, parents may be prosecuted through the Magistrates' Court.

A conviction may result in:

· A fine of up to £2,500

· A Parenting Order

· A Community Order

· Imprisonment in the most serious cases

As this is a criminal conviction, it may need to be disclosed in certain circumstances and could appear on some enhanced DBS checks.

Support Comes First

Penalty Notices and prosecution are always considered a last resort.

Our priority is to work alongside families to understand any barriers to attendance and provide appropriate support at the earliest opportunity.

The sooner concerns are shared, the sooner we can work together to help your child attend school regularly and achieve their full potential.

If you have any concerns about your child's attendance, please contact us. We are here to help.

Further information about school attendance can be found in the Department for Education guidance: Working Together to Improve School Attendance – July 2026

Please also refer to our School Attendance Policy: CGS Attendance Policy

Contact Us

If you have any questions or would like advice or support regarding your child's attendance, please contact your child’s Head of Year or Key Stage Manager.

Alternatively, please speak to your child's form teacher or the school office.

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring your child attends school regularly and has every opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Hayley Goymer

Assistant Headteacher

Students from Carre's Grammar School, Kesteven and Sleaford High School returned from an incredible expedition to Namibia, having made a lasting impact on a local school while demonstrating exceptional resilience, teamwork and leadership throughout the trip.  A total of 56 students took part in three separate expedition groups.  

The expedition leaders, alongside partners from Schools Worldwide, were full of praise for the students' attitude and commitment.  The groups were described as amongst the most impressive teams they have worked with, with students displaying maturity, independence and an outstanding work ethic throughout the visit.

During their week-long community projects, students worked at primary schools in rural Namibia, where they took on a range of ambitious improvement projects. They painted the interiors of classrooms, created large-scale murals, added new signage around the sites and transformed the entrances to the school. Working closely with local staff and pupils, they also helped to build playgrounds, creating a more engaging and welcoming environment for young learners.

The impact of their work was significant. On the final day, representatives from the Namibian Department of Education visited one of the three primary schools, Auuns Primary School.  This was to view the completed project.  They praised the transformation that had taken place. One member of staff commented that the improvements would help pupils develop greater pride in their learning environment and positively influence their attitude towards education.

Alongside their practical work, our students also led activities and learning sessions for Namibian pupils, demonstrating confidence, creativity and excellent communication skills. Their commitment throughout the week was remarkable, with early starts, long working days and a willingness to embrace every challenge presented to them.

The expedition also delivered much-needed resources to the schools through additional fundraising.  This included a donation of 23 blankets, 23 mattresses, sacks of maize porridge and hundreds of exercise books for each school. Importantly, all equipment and materials used during the project were left behind so that staff could continue developing the school after the team's departure. Teachers have since reported that they are already using the supplies to enhance additional classrooms.

Following the community project, students had the opportunity to experience some of Namibia's extraordinary natural environment. Highlights included a safari, wild camping in an area rich with ancient rock art and sea kayaking alongside seals, providing unforgettable opportunities to learn about the country's wildlife, culture and history.

The expeditions were a tremendous success, showcasing the values of service, compassion and perseverance that are at the heart of both schools. Students represented Carre's and KSHS with distinction, and everyone involved should be immensely proud of the difference they have made and the memories they have created.

Mrs M Brook, Trip Lead

Over the past few months, those of us taking part in the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award have completed our expeditions!

First, we did our practise in the Yorkshire Dales followed by our assessed route in the Lake District, covering distances up to 100km.  It gave us the opportunity to explore challenging terrain as well as build physical and mental resilience on the trails across the week.

Back at camp, we were able to get to know new people and enjoy time with each other whilst cooking and taking in the stunning views.  We are very proud of ourselves.

Well done everyone!

Written by Lizzy Sanderson

Are you looking for a way to help your son/daughter start the day with a good breakfast?  

Why not encourage them to join us in the dining room for our breakfast club!  We are open every morning from 8–8.45am.

We offer a selection of items including; pain au chocolat, croissants, bacon rolls, sausage baps, cheese on toast, tea, coffee and hot chocolate.

If your son/daughter has an allergy, please ask them to come and have a chat with me, I am more than happy to help. 

Mr R Lipman
Catering Manager 

For the safety of our staff and students, please be aware parents/carers are not permitted to park on site at the beginning or end of the day.

You are welcome to use the front car park to collect/drop off students if they are ill or have been/need collecting for an appointment during the school day.

Thank you for your cooperation.