CHPS Weekly Noticeboard

Whole School - To celebrate the 2026 National Year of Reading, we are delighted to introduce the CHPS Reading Calendar for 2026. To find out more and how to support at home visit CHPS National Year of Reading 2026

Whole school - A 'Guide For Parents On Managing Children’s Digital Lives' has been communicated by Dame Rachel de Souza, Children’s Commissioner. Visit the CHPS website to read her letter with the link to the newly published guide - Managing Children's Digital Lives

Year 5 Both Sites - Stubbington Residential interest letter. If you would like to read the letter about the 2026 residential at Stubbington, you can visit - Year Group Letters. Deposits need to be paid by 11th January 2026.

Change in weather - It has been a very wintery start to the new term, however our site team have been working hard to make sure both sites are safe in and around the schools. Please keep a check on the weather and ensure your child wears a warm coat into school otherwise they may not be allowed out at break and lunchtime.

Half Marathon for the ManMade Project - Miss Bagshaw (Rooksdown teacher) will be running the Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon on 15th March 2026 in aid of Castle Hill Primary School and ManMade 2026. She is hoping to raise £750 and the money raised will help fund the ManMade 2026 project, and allow children involved to receive a t-shirt to represent their dedication, success and resilience. Any additional funds will then be donated to the school to support PE and sporting engagement where needed. If you would like to kindly support Miss Bagshaw in her fundraising, the link is included below. There is absolutely no expectation to donate, but any support is greatly appreciated. Thank you - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/miss-bagshaw?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

Special 10% Discount from My Clothing - Flyer

Girls Cricket Club (see the poster below): Basingstoke & North Hants Cricket Club is looking for girls in years 3-6 to join. Use the QR code to join the free taster session, or use this link to sign up: Girls Free Taster Session

Strictly School Dancing (SSD) is now offering a new Saturday beginners class for Years 2-6. The first class is a FREE TASTER SESSION! Click here to find out more and the application form.

Rocksteady 2026 Sign Up - please see the poster below with a QR code to sign up or email: rocksteadymusicschool.com

Showstoppers Drama club will be running again from January 2026 at both Rooksdown and Greenbank. To find out how to book, see the posters below or visit the Extra Curricular Club web pages Greenbank 2026 Flyer and Rooksdown 2026 Flyer

Is your child interested in learning the guitar or ukulele at school? Please see the following information and get in touch with Adrian Maycock if you would like to request a space for January 2026 onwards. Adrian provides high-quality, enjoyable and affordable guitar and ukulele lessons in local primary schools. Children can learn to play a variety of music, including pop and rock songs, theme tunes, and songs such as ‘Steve’s Lava Chicken’ or ‘Golden’. Lessons are taught in small groups (4-5 children per group on average) for 20 minutes. The cost of a full term is £80. To register your interest in a lesson place for your child/receive more information, please email adrianmaycock@gmail.com with your child's name, school site and year group, a contact phone number for yourself, and whether your child is interested in learning guitar or ukulele. The joining information form can be found here - https://www.castlehillprimary.net/clubs/extra-curricular-clubs-rooksdown and https://www.castlehillprimary.net/clubs/extra-curricular-clubs-greenbank

New School Crossing Patrol Officer - We are still recruiting an SCPO for Winklebury Way. For more information regarding the vacancy, please visit - Job Vacancy