HGS News Archive

Heckmondwike Grammar School will open as a new Academy with effect from 1^st September 2010.

The Heckler 2010 is now available to download from the "Magazines" section of our web site.

Parents will no doubt know that the secretary of state for education has written to outstanding schools giving them the option of converting to academy status, subject to new legislation currently passing through parliament.

At their meeting on 17th June the governors of the school resolved to proceed with an application with a view to securing academy status by the 1st September. Pupils have today been given a letter to take home regarding this decision and we recommend all parents to read this letter, a copy of which can be downloaded by clicking here.

A list of frequently asked questions compiled by the department for education can be downloaded by clicking here.

Further information about the academy programme is available at the department for education website.

A PDF file is now available to download containing details applicable to all students that will be attending the Year 7 Induction Day on Monday 28th June. If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact the school.

This year's House Music competition is on Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd June
Entry forms and rules can be downloaded here.  Final entries 11th June.

Making music can be an incredibly rewarding activity whether it is personal satisfaction and pride in mastering a new skill, or the thrill of performing in front of friends and family in a major concert venue. As well as learning a specific skill which can remain for life it can also enrich and support many other aspects of learning. There are many instruments to choose from and such a wide range of musical styles from different times and places - everyone can enjoy the experience of playing a musical instrument. Music is an important part of many people’s lives and the experience of learning a musical instrument will help develop a deeper understanding and life long love of music.  Further information click here.

Work is progressing well on the implementation of our new Cashless Catering System which will be fully operational from the end of May 2010.

Parents of all pupils will shortly be receiving a letter via pupil post explaining how this will affect students and the new procedures that will be implemented. Parents are also invited to a Parents Information Evening to be held on Wednesday 19th May at 7pm in the Main Hall, and further details on this are enclosed in the letter. 

Heckmondwike Grammar School has vacancies for September 2010:

• Teacher of Chemistry
• Teacher of Mathematics
• Teacher of Performing Arts

For details and an application form visit our Jobs / Vacancies page. The closing date for Application is 11th May 2010

Would you like help to improve your grades this summer?  HGS are running courses for AS/A2 Level (Y12/13) and GCSE/AS (Y11 / MFL for Y10). (Available to HGS students only)

Click the links above to download the registration form and return it to Mrs J Hunter / Student Services.  Closing date: Thursday 11 March 2010. (applications will be accepted after this date but places/courses will be limited)

Courses are filled on a first come basis so apply early to guarantee your place.

Please collect Active Kids vouchers when you shop at Sainsburys between 17th February and 8th June 2010. Collection boxes for vouchers can be found in the main reception area and outside the staffroom. Vouchers can be used to get extra sports equipment for use in school.