Keep up-to-date with what's been going on at Highgate Hill House School!
Headteacher update
Hello all,
I hope you all enjoyed a restful Easter break, and were able to get out and about to enjoy the wonderful weather we've been so spoilt with of late. Long may it continue!
It is my sincere hope that if we continue to enjoy warmer weather in the coming weeks and months, and our families are able to make the most of being outdoors, this will result in a reduction in the number of positive Covid-19 cases in our local communities.
You will hopefully have seen the latest
guidance that I sent out to all parents and carers on Monday 25th April, which outlines the 'Living with Covid Plan' now that lateral flow tests are no longer being provided free of charge by the government. This essentially means that the requirement for schools to test has been removed, and is no longer included in our risk assessment.
We do however still have a duty of care in relation to the health and safety of our school community, and so will continue to:
- Ensure all eligible groups are enabled and supported to take up the offer of national vaccination programmes including COVID-19 and flu
- Ensure occupied spaces are well-ventilated and let fresh air in
- Reinforce good hygiene practices such as handwashing and cleaning.
As always, please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or would like further information.
Warm wishes,
Gina Wagland
Headteacher
Cleverly adapted tool
Have you heard about the clever adaptation that our Outdoor Learning staff made so that Jack and Jake weren't left out?
If not, click the button below to read all about it!
Chair update
Hello everyone,
Hope you all enjoyed a good Easter break and are all making a positive start to the summer term.
We have had some new staff starting this term, and I am delighted to welcome them to Highgate Hill House School and welcome back to all our existing staff!
Sometimes world events are highest in our consciousness, and with the war still going on in Ukraine, this is one of those times, other things seem a little
trivial in comparison, and our thoughts and prayers are with them.
Kind regards,
Dr Julie Smith
Chair of the Board
Welcome to our new staff
We are very pleased to announce that we have a number of new staff starting with us this term. They are:
Angie Cripps - Teacher and Maths Lead
Tim Saunders - Teacher and Computing Lead
Lindsey Hopper - Occupational Therapist
Claire Lees - LSA
Leigh Burman - LSA
Sian Loach - LSA
Morag Finnegan - LSA
No doubt you will join us in making them feel a very welcome addition to the HHHS Team.
Wishing you all every success in your new roles!
Kindness rocks!
If you're out and about in Bude soon, keep your eyes peeled...
Our pupils have hidden some painted kindness rocks near the Castle grounds at Bude.
If you find them, please take a photo and tag us on social media. We'd love to see people enjoying them!
Safeguarding contacts
The nominated Safeguarding/Child Protection Director is Julie Smith. Julie can be contacted on 07713255531, via email at chair@hhhschool.co.uk or by post at the school address: Highgate Hill House School, Whitstone, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6TJ
The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Steve Badham. Steve can be contacted on 07918184502 or via email at steve.badham@hhhschool.co.uk.
The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) is Gina Wagland. Gina can be contacted on 07780777698 or via email at headteacher@hhhschool.co.uk.
2021/22 and 22/23 term dates
Our 22/23 term dates have now been added, so you can view our term dates for this year and next by clicking on the button below.
