Key Dates
Friday 28th November – Health & Social Care Trip to University of Gloucestershire
Friday 28th November – Black Friday ASA Swap Shop sale
Tuesday 2nd December – House of Lords Trip
Thursday 4th December – Carols in the Courtyard (5.30pm – 6.30pm)
Friday 5th December – Christmas Carol Production
Tuesday 9th December – RE A Level Masterclass & Sixth Form Christmas Party
Thursday 11th December – Year 11 Parents’ Evening
Careers
This morning some of our Year 11 students had mock interviews with a range of volunteers from across the local community, including parents and employees from a range of businesses. Students practised their handshakes and tackled answering a range of questions before getting some feedback. Despite the nerves for some, they did really well! A second event in the new year will take place for the rest of year 11. We hope these events will help them to prepare for any college or apprenticeship interviews they may face in the coming months. Now that mocks have happened, Year 11 1:1s will resume to support students with next step decision-making and applications. If you have any questions or concerns about next steps for students, please contact Mrs Farrow who will be happy to meet with you – nfarrow@asachelt.org.
Last week, 5 classes in Year 9 had a ‘post-16 options’ workshop with GROWS, the Gloucestershire partnership of colleges and universities. They learnt about the routes open to them and reflected on what might be most suited to them. This will be repeated for the rest of year 9 on the 2nd December. As many future choices have entry requirements, including GCSEs at certain grades, it’s important students consider their options now so they know what they are aiming for. The website Career Pilot has useful information on all post-16 options https://www.careerpilot.org.uk/information/your-choices-at-16/help-with-choosing-your-post-16-options.
Chaplaincy
This term we have been focusing on the theme of Justice, inspired by the words of Proverbs 31:8–9:
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves… defend the rights of the poor and needy.”
Together, we have been exploring what it means to live out justice in our school community and beyond, encouraging one another to think about how our words and actions can lift others up.
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves… defend the rights of the poor and needy.”
Together, we have been exploring what it means to live out justice in our school community and beyond, encouraging one another to think about how our words and actions can lift others up.
We are also delighted to share that preparations are well underway for our Carols in the Courtyard event. This is a brand new event with much anticipation, and we are excited to gather together as a community to celebrate the joy, hope, and light of the Christmas season.
As part of our commitment to justice and compassion, our Christmas Appeal this year will support Springbank Pantry. We will be collecting food items to help local families who may be experiencing difficulty during the winter months. Any donations, big or small, will make a real difference. More infomation on this to follow in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your ongoing prayers and support. May this season inspire us all to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly together.
News
Year 13 Computer Science Students Build High-Spec Gaming PC
Two Year 13 Computer Science students, Reuben and Tobiasz, have channelled their passion for technology into building a powerful custom gaming PC, now listed for sale on eBay. Both students are dedicated gamers and naturally grew curious about the hardware behind the games they love. Reuben first explored PC building over the summer when he...
Maths Challenge winners
Some of our Year 11, 12 and 13 mathematicians recently took part in the Senior Mathematical Challenge, run by the UK Mathematics Trust. The 90-minute challenge “aims to develop mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills through challenging, thought-provoking questions.” We are pleased to announce that the students achieved ASA’s best-ever results, with 22 students across Years...
Students stun with their adaption of Much Ado About Nothing
We are exceptionally proud of the Year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 students that took part in this year’s special 25th anniversary national Shakespeare Schools’ Festival at the Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury on Wednesday 5th November 2025. We presented our contemporary adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing blended with a unique Moulin Rouge stylised twist in...
Year 13 Computer Science Students Build High-Spec Gaming PC
Two Year 13 Computer Science students, Reuben and Tobiasz, have channelled their passion for technology into building a powerful custom gaming PC, now listed for sale on eBay. Both students are dedicated gamers and naturally grew curious about the hardware behind the games they love. Reuben first explored PC building over the summer when he...
Maths Challenge winners
Some of our Year 11, 12 and 13 mathematicians recently took part in the Senior Mathematical Challenge, run by the UK Mathematics Trust. The 90-minute challenge “aims to develop mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills through challenging, thought-provoking questions.” We are pleased to announce that the students achieved ASA’s best-ever results, with 22 students across Years...
Students stun with their adaption of Much Ado About Nothing
We are exceptionally proud of the Year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 students that took part in this year’s special 25th anniversary national Shakespeare Schools’ Festival at the Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury on Wednesday 5th November 2025. We presented our contemporary adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing blended with a unique Moulin Rouge stylised twist in...
