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    Welcome to our School News page. Here you can keep up-to-date with everything that has been taking place at Carshalton Girls.

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    • National Storytelling Week

      Published 28/01/26

      CHSG celebrates National Storytelling Week next week (2nd Feb – 6th Feb) with two competitions for this year’s theme – soundtrack your story: 

      1. The lyric hunt is an activity students can take part in individually. Posters of staff members' favourite lyrics will be displayed around the school, and students will be given a sheet with song titles and a clue about which member of staff might have chosen those lyrics. Their job is to match the lyrics to the song title and the correct member of staff! 
      2. The lyric story is for tutor groups to enter. Across the week, tutor groups will have to decide on a key theme and find songs that include this theme that they can magpie lyrics from to structure a story. Tutors will guide our students to generate these lyric stories across registration.  

      Submissions for the lyric hunt are due to Miss Edwards – medwards@carshaltongirls.org.uk (A3) and lyric story submissions are due to Miss St Catherine - cstcatherine@carshaltongirls.org.uk (A4) by Friday 6th February. 

      The winners will be announced next week. All participating tutor groups will earn house points for their houses. £10 and £15 Amazon vouchers will be awarded to the individual who wins the lyric hunt and the tutor group that produces the most engaging lyric story, respectively. 

      Please encourage your daughter's participation! 

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    • CHSG Community Iftar

      Published 02/02/26

      We are delighted to invite you and your family to join us for an in-school Iftar as we come together to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan as a school community.

      At our school, we are proud to be a place where all backgrounds, religions, and cultures are valued and celebrated. Community is one of our core school values, and events such as this reflect our commitment to creating opportunities for families, students, and staff to come together, learn from one another, and celebrate what makes our community so rich and diverse.

      Iftar is the evening meal served at sunset to break the daily fast during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. It marks the end of fasting from dawn to sunset. 

      The Iftar will take place on Wednesday 25th February 2026 in the Sixth Form Block. The time to break fast on this day is 5:34pm, and we kindly ask families to arrive from 5:15pm so that we can gather and prepare together before Iftar begins.

      This will be a special and meaningful evening, centred on togetherness, reflection, and shared celebration. We warmly welcome families from all faiths or no faith and all backgrounds to join us, whether you are observing Ramadan or simply wish to be part of this community event.

      To help us plan effectively, we kindly ask that families register their attendance in advance using the following link: CHSG Community Iftar - Wednesday 25th February 2026  – Fill in form. Spaces are limited, so if you register to attend and your plans change, we would really appreciate you letting us know as soon as possible.

      We very much hope you can join us as we celebrate Ramadan and continue to strengthen the sense of community that lies at the heart of our school.

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    • CHSG Dance Show 2026

      Published 30/01/26

      An Incredible Evening of Dance Talent

      What an incredible evening it was! Our girls truly did us proud, showcasing outstanding talent through beautifully choreographed routines. Every performance was a joy to watch, and the dedication and passion of our dancers shone throughout the night. Well done to everyone involved — you were all amazing! #teamCHSG

      A huge thank you goes to our wonderful staff who worked so hard to make the evening such a success, with special thanks to Miss Mitchell and Miss Hewitt for their commitment and leadership.

      We were delighted to see a packed-out hall and are very grateful to everyone who came along to support our stars. Your encouragement made the night even more special.

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    • The Parents Guide to Exam Success

      Published 29/01/26

      As mock exams get underway soon and the finals not too far thereafter, many parents find themselves asking the same questions:

      • How much revision should my child really be doing?
      • What’s the best way to support them without adding pressure?
      • How can I help them stay focused and motivated at home?

      To make things easier, please see the attached guide of practical top tips covering:

      • Revision techniques that work
      • How to support without nagging
      • Creating the perfect study space
      • Managing exam nerves
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    • World Hijab Day

      Published 28/01/26

      On Monday 2nd February, we will be recognising World Hijab Day at school. 

      There will be a temporary suspension of the "plain black or navy-blue" part of the Headscarf/Hijab rule in our uniform policy for the day. As such, students will be allowed to wear any patterned/colourful headscarf/hijab they might wear at home or outside of school! 

      Please note for clarity that this is a temporary suspension of part of the uniform policy, it is not a non-uniform or "dress up" day. 

      This recognition aims to raise awareness, encourage conversation, and celebrate the diversity within our school community.

      Thank you for your continued support in helping us create an inclusive environment where all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs are respected and valued.

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    • Excellent outcomes for disadvantaged pupils in Carshalton Girls

      Published 28/01/26

      We are proud to share the letter below from the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, recognising our above national average attainment for disadvantaged students. We echo her remarks about the dedication of our staff and the hard work of our girls and are delighted to be placed among the very best schools nationally.

      We remain deeply committed to ensuring equity for all students, recognising that not everyone has the same access to resources outside of school; this includes providing one-to-one tutoring, peer mentoring, access to revision guides, support with trip costs for students on Free School Meals, and resources for practical subjects so that no student misses out on learning or opportunities for success.

      As always, we are grateful to our parents and carers for your continued support and partnership in this collective effort, and we encourage you to get in touch if there are further ways we can support your child.

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    • CHSG CARES – Celebrating Our School Values

      Published 27/01/26

      Last term marked an important and exciting milestone for our school, as we introduced, embedded and celebrated our School Values in a new and meaningful way for the very first time. These values sit at the very heart of our school community and underpin everything that we do — from learning in the classroom to relationships, opportunities and achievements beyond it.

      Throughout the term, students and staff brought our values of Community, Accountability, Resilience, Empowerment and Sisterhood to life every day. We were incredibly proud to see our students championing these values through their actions, showing kindness, determination, confidence and leadership across the school.

      Here are just some of the many ways our school community lived our values last term:

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    • Difference Matters evaluation

      Published 23/01/26

      We are currently working on a 2-year programme with the Mayor of London's office designed to support neurodivergent young people in mainstream secondary schools called “Difference Matters". This project also involves working in partnership with Anna Freud, the mental health charity, who have asked all pupils both Neurodiverse and Neurotypical across the school to complete an online survey to gather their views about Neurodiversity. Please click on the link for more information, you will also be able to opt your child out if you wish to do so using the email address provided. 

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    • Grand Opening of Our New Community Library

      Published 07/01/26

      We are delighted to celebrate the Grand Opening of our new school Community Library today — a library run by students, for students.

      Carshalton Girls has always had a thriving reading culture, and this exciting development is firmly rooted in student voice. At last year’s GLT Conference, our Head Girl, Arianne C, was asked by Mr Baumann-Winn, “What would you like most to see as a next step for our school?” Her response — “We want a library again!” — perfectly captured the wishes of our students and marked the beginning of this inspiring journey.

      Since then, a dedicated team of Sixth Form students have brought this vision to life. Our Chief Student Librarians — Eliza S, Mariem O and Teeya P — have demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment and passion for reading. They have carefully sorted books from our former Library Resource Centre, ordered new titles, and designed a clear and accessible categorisation system to support all readers.

      With expert training from Miss Trout, the Chief Student Librarians and a new team of Year 12 volunteer Student Librarians have been trained to use our library management system, Accessit. The Community Library will be open at break times and after school, allowing students to borrow and return books with ease. All students are automatically members, using their existing Accessit accounts from the English Wider Reading curriculum.

      True to its name, the Community Library places students at the heart of everything it does. Suggestion boxes at the end of the gondola bookshelves will allow students to request new titles, ensuring the collection continues to reflect their interests and voices.

      As a long-serving teacher and Strategic Lead for Literacy, it has been both inspiring and heart-warming to watch this student-led initiative come to fruition. Congratulations to our fantastic new Librarians, and a very warm welcome to all Carshalton High students — this is your Community Library.

      Mrs Bhatt,

      Director of English, Lead Practitioner and SLE

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    • Carshalton High School for Girls School recognised for their commitment to action and improvement in relation to race equality.

      Published 16/12/25

      Congratulations to Carshalton High School for Girls School who have been recognised nationally for their commitment to improving race equality and prioritising an inclusive culture where staff, students, parents and partners of all ethnicities are equally valued, by being awarded the Silver level RACE Charter Mark.

      Developed by SSAT (the Schools, Students and Teachers network) and Fig Tree International, the Race and Conscious Equality (RACE) Charter Mark is for schools, academies and colleges, both in the state and private sectors, in the UK who wish to demonstrate their commitment to action and improvement in relation to race equality in all aspects of their work as educators employers and community leaders.

      To achieve the Charter Mark Carshalton High School for Girls School completed a comprehensive package of training for governors, senior leaders and middle leaders, and submitted an evaluation detailing their work towards equality so far and an action plan pledging their commitment to ongoing development in this area.

      Angelina Idun, Director of Education, SSAT said: 

      “I am delighted that Carshalton High School for Girls School has been awarded the Silver RACE Charter Mark. Their application and action plan clearly show a positive ethos and culture which champions and strives for conscious equality and inclusivity throughout the school community. We look forward to continuing to work with the school to see their strategic vision fully realised.”

      Ann Palmer, CEO, Fig Tree International said:

      “I am absolutely delighted that Carshalton High School for Girls School is receiving this recognition. This recognises their determination to make a difference, not only in their own school, but also in the local community. Carshalton High School for Girls School has joined a great group of schools and colleges who are part of the RACE Charter Mark community. We applaud them for their work and aspirations to build a more inclusive society.”

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    • Last Day of Term – Early Finish & Festive Non-Uniform Day​​​​​​​

      Published 16/12/25

      Friday 19th December will be the final day of term and will finish early. Students will be dismissed at the following times:

      • Years 12 & 13: 11.35am

      • Years 10 & 11: 11.40am

      • Year 9: 11.45am

      • Years 7 & 8: 11.50am

      Festive Non-Uniform Day – Supporting the Year 13 Prom

      We will be holding a Festive Non-Uniform Day on the last day of term to raise money towards the Year 13 Prom.

      Students who wish to participate are kindly asked to make a £1 donation. Donations can be made in school or via ParentPay.

      Festive Non-Uniform Day Guidelines

      Students wearing non-uniform must adhere to the following expectations:

      • Shoulders and stomachs must be covered (no vest tops or crop tops).

      • Underwear must not be visible (no sheer tops or see-through leggings).

      • Jeans should be smart; skirts must be at least mid-thigh length. No shorts.

      • No false eyelashes or acrylic nails.

      • School bags and lanyards must still be worn.

      • Make-up and jewellery are permitted but should not be excessive.

      🎄 Christmas jumpers and festive accessories are encouraged!

      If students have a PE lesson on this day, they must bring their PE kit as usual and change into appropriate sportswear for the lesson.

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    • Christmas After-School Event

      Published 10/12/25

      Christmas After-School Party hosted by Year 12 Young Enterprise Students.

      We are pleased to announce a Christmas After-School Event on Friday the 12th December, taking place in the Sixth Form Common Room. Tickets are £4 and include food and a drink. Students can enjoy festive games, music, prizes, and a Christmas raffle. 

      The event will include:

      • Pizza and drinks
      • Christmas games and prizes
      • Karaoke and music
      • Extra snacks, drinks, and chocolates available to buy so please bring either cash or card for extra baked treats or games

      Tickets are available for purchase on Parent Pay

       

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