http://www.burleigh.org.uk/ Burleigh Community College Loughborough - News Feed en Burleigh Community College http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/232 We try to keep the College open whenever possible, however if travel to College is too difficult and dangerous information will be broadcast by BBC Radio Leicester and on their website.              BBC Radio Leicester – 104.9 FM             http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/leicester/hi/ Information will also be on the College website.  The information given will be either that the College is... [more] Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/231 To view documents click here Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/228 We are conducting a Waste Audit all this week (commencing 30thJanuary) to find out how much waste we can recycle. There will be a bag for recycling in every classroom and separate bins for recycling in the Hall and Grove Room. Please try to recycle as much as possible.  Don't forget you can also recycle old batteries in Resources. RECYLE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AT RECEPTION          CHARITIES THAT... [more] Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/227 PRESS RELEASE - Parents asked to comment on admissions policy for the Thorpe Hill 11-19 Federation in Loughborough   A consultation has been launched this week on the admissions policy for the 11-19 Thorpe Hill Federation.  Because the Federation is expecting increased demand for places with the all through 11-19 education now on offer at Thorpe Hill, the purpose of the Code is to ensure that... [more] Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/225 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/207 Charnwood Borough Council have teamed up with VALPAK to offer Burleigh a free battery recycling container.  The container is located in Resources so both staff and students have access to it.  Charnwood Borough Council are offering a prize to the school that manages to recycle the most batteries, so now all those Christmas toys have drained their batteries, you know where to send... [more] Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/224 Governors join forces: 11-19 Education at Thorpe Hill Campus now a reality   Following the recent consultation, governors at Burleigh Community College and The Garendon High School in Loughborough have voted to form one Governing Body to formally create the united Thorpe Hill 11-19 Campus from January 2012.  This follows the appointment of the Campus Principal, Mark Sutton, who took up his post... [more] Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/221 Please follow the link here to information from Student Finance England for students considering University 2012/2013. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/218 To see details of January 2012 Examination Timetable please CLICK HERE Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/213  Federation Governors; Snow Closure; Inspection of Citizenship; My Child at School website; Trial examinations; Year 10 & 11 behaviour; Free school meals; Parents discussion forum; Email communication; Christmas concert; Illness; Date for your diary; Christmas holidays  To view letter please click here                           Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/216 To view letter & nomination form click here Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/215 To view document click here Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/206   December 2011 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY       1   2 5 6 Burleigh's Got TalentAuditons forPost 16 & Year 10After School today in the Gym and G27   7   8 Expressive Arts Evening at 5pmBurleigh's Got TalentAuditons forPost 11After School today in the Gym and G27 9 12 13 Parent Discussion... [more] Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/211 Letter dated 23rd November 2011           Dear Parent / Carer,   RE:  STRIKE ACTION   We have been informed by NUT, UNISON, NASUWT and ATL members that they will be taking industrial action in the form of a strike on Wednesday 30th November.   This action is not against the school itself but is part of national industrial action organised by these trades unions about changes to the... [more] Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/212   Emma Wright a Sixth Form student at Thorpe Hill 11-19 Campus in Loughborough has won the national ATL (Association of Teachers and Lecturers) Art work competition. Emma took the theme of the competition which was "Education" and produced a great piece of textiles work called "We Learn, We Grow, We Blossom", using free machine embroidery and crochet.  The prizes were £325 worth of art equipment... [more] Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/210 There will be no evening community classes, swimming lessons or outside lettings on Wednesday 30th November due to industrial action. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/208 Thorpe Hill 11-19 Campus to Host 2012 Inclusive Sports Event When:             On Tuesday 8th November, 9am-12pmWhere:            Thorpe Hill 11-19 Campus (Burleigh site), LoughboroughContent: •        270 Year 9 students from Limehurst and  Garendon High Schools•        14 teams identified as countries •        7 sports – boccia, wheelchair air tennis, seated volleyball,... [more] Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/202 Please see the list of revision books available to help your child through key stage 4.  Subject teachers will be able to assist your son or daughter is obtaining the recommended guide suitable to their level.  Click here Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/195 THE PEN       Come & visit the new look student shop for all your low cost stationery supplies, pens from 10p, designer A4 notepads at just £2, 4GB memory sticks for just £5, Burleigh Jute Bags, pencil cases and much, much more. Monthly offers also available, come along to find out more!       Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/201 Thorpe Hill Campus Consultation Thorpe Hill Campus Loughborough  Proposed Federation of The Garendon High School and Burleigh Community College from 1st January 2012  Proposal Governors at Thorpe Hill Campus wish to formalise the successful collaborative partnership that is already in place between The Garendon High School and Burleigh Community College by entering into a Federation, in... [more] Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/200 Thorpe Hill Campus Loughborough - All-through 11-19 Campus FederationConsultation Proposed Federation of The Garendon High School and Burleigh Community College from 1st January 2012  Loughborough parents and other community stakeholders will be able to have their say about the proposals to take another step forward in creating a seamless, all-through 11-19 educational provision on the Thorpe... [more] Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/199     On 25th October 2011, Thorpe Hill 11-19 Campus in Loughborough held an Evening of Dance to showcase the work taking place in dance across the age range.  Seventy five students from both Garendon High School and Burleigh Community College took part on a sell-out show.  A range of choreography pieces were performed including solos, duets and group dances.  These were all choreographed by staff... [more] Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/198 Students, staff and parents have been celebrating individual achievement at the annual Excellence Evening at the College.   Awards were presented by Nicky Morgan, MP for Loughborough who gave the address.  The guests were also entertained by impressive musical performances from students   The following 45 students all achieved at least 7 A or A* or Distinction grades at full course GCSE or... [more] Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/191   PAY AS YOU GO CLASSES     Ladies only Aquafit Monday - 6.45pm - 7.30pm £3.40    Ladies only Learn to Swim Tuesday - 8.15pm - 9.00pm £3.15     please report directly to the swimming pool each week and pay the staff on duty prior to entering the pool   To secure a place you can book and pay for the full 13 week term by telephoning 01509 554400  9am-9pm Mon - Wed 9am-4pm... [more] Fri, 09 Sep 2011 09:30:00 GMT http://www.burleigh.org.uk/news/189 Students at Burleigh Community College are celebrating the College’s best ever GCSE results.  79% of students in Year 11 achieved 5 or more higher grades (A*-C) compared with last year’s 72%.   The proportion of students attaining 5 or more higher passes including English and Mathematics reached 54% from last year’s 49%. School Principal Christine Horsfall said:”These... [more] Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:30:00 GMT