Turton Parent Podcast: Episode 1

Turton Parent Podcast: Episode 1 Our first official episode of the Turton Parent Podcast. Produced on July 20th, 2023 On this episode… 0:00 Introduction. (Mrs Blakeley) 0:50 Successes and Looking Forward. (Mrs Lane) 3:23 New Mobile Phone Policy & The Hive Switch. (Mr Tither) 5:40 The Problems with Vaping. (Miss Parry) 7:05 Year 7 Students Read More …

Year 9 Parents’ Evening – Wednesday 1st March

Year 9 Parents’ Evening – Wednesday 1st March (3.30pm to 6.30pm)   Dear parents, I would like to invite you to attend our parents’ evening on Wednesday 1st March. This is an important evening, and provides you with an opportunity to discuss your child’s learning and their next steps.   This event will be face-to-face Read More …

Year 7 Parents’ Evening (Thursday)

Good afternoon year 7 parents, We are very much looking forward to seeing you in person tomorrow night at our parents’ evening.    The event has changed format in response to parental feedback, so if you have older children we didn’t want you to be taken by surprise!  Please take a few minutes to read this Read More …

Year 7 Parents’ evening – Book now!

  Dear parents,   The appointment booking system for our year 7 face-to-face parents’ evening opens on Wednesday 25th January at 9am.  If you are wanting to see specific teachers, or would like appointments at specific times, then it would be sensible to book your appointments as soon as possible after that time.   The booking closes Read More …

Year 8 & 9 Curriculum Evening

Dear all, We have sent home a letter inviting you to join us at our first face-to-face event of the year: The Year 8 & 9 Curriculum & Pastoral Evening on Wednesday 2nd November (6pm-7pm).      However, if your child is anything like my son, the letter may well still be lurking at the bottom Read More …

Parent Governor Election – Nominations

Dear Parent   Governing Board of Turton School Parent Governor Election – Nominations   I am writing to let you know that we currently have two Parent Governor vacancies, to serve on the Governing Board.   Becoming a governor is very rewarding and worthwhile experience. Effective governors do not need educational expertise but do need Read More …