Weekly Update

10/03/26

Message from the Headteacher

Last week was another busy week with students engaging in a range of academic, cultural and creative opportunities. Throughout the week we were delighted to host our Spanish Exchange visitors, allowing students to practise their language skills and deepen their cultural understanding.

Year 10 took part in their MegaHub day, participating in purposeful sessions designed to build confidence, knowledge and key skills.

We also marked World Book Day with a series of fun-filled activities across the week, including creative contributions from students and staff, and an inspiring author visit from Radhika Sanghani. More information can be found below.

Warm wishes,
Mr C Beard

Important Updates

Dates for your diary:

  • 12th March – Year 11 Parents’ Evening
  • 18th March – Team Maths Challenge for Year 8 and 9
  • 19th March – Dance/Gym Showcase Evening
  • 20th March – Joint Orchestra Music for Youth Festival

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Student News

Several of our students achieved outstanding success at the German All-Level Championships in Düsseldorf, returning home with gold medals across their divisions. Bella’s team, Cruise Control, delivered a flawless Hit Zero routine to win one of the largest Level 2 divisions, facing 19 teams from across Europe. Phoebe and Imogen also secured gold despite major last‑minute setbacks, and their team earned a place at the European Summit in Portugal. Aimee likewise took gold in another highly competitive division of 19 teams. Stormers Elite travelled with 40 athletes, 3 coaches, and around 40 supporters, making this a true community effort. Their achievements have already been celebrated by local media, marking an inspiring weekend of teamwork, resilience, and exceptional performance.

Read more: Morecambe cheerleaders backflipping their way to gold

World Book Day

Last week we celebrated World Book Day with a fantastic programme of book‑themed activities to help inspire a love of reading amongst our students. We began on Monday with our Bake Off competition and charity bake sale, showcasing an impressive array of imaginative, beautifully decorated and delicious bakes. Congratulations to Alexa, Ruth, and the team of Zara, Beatrice and Niranjanaa for their winning creations!

On Tuesday, students enjoyed a bookmark‑making workshop led by Tess, and Faatimah and Nahal organised a fun team quiz on Wednesday, full of clever questions.

World Book Day itself saw staff and students dressing up as beloved childhood characters, alongside a brilliant staff performance of The Day the Crayons Quit.

We rounded off the week with an inspiring visit from author Radhika Sanghani, whose talks, Q&A sessions and lunchtime book signing were a highlight for our Year 7 and 8 students.

SEND Department Feedback

If you or your child has had any contact or experience of working with the SEND department at LGGS, please use the following form to give your feedback. Please note that this form was sent out earlier in the academic year, and if you have already completed it, there is no need to do so again: Inclusion – Parental Feedback – Fill in form

Abandoned Building Warning – Lancaster

Police have seen a rise in reports of young people entering abandoned and derelict buildings in the Lancaster area.

Often shared online as “urban exploring,” these locations are extremely dangerous. Risks include unstable structures, exposed wiring, asbestos, sharp debris, open shafts, and fall hazards. Buildings can deteriorate without warning, turning curiosity into a serious emergency.

Social media posts often hide these dangers and may encourage risky behaviour. Trespassing is illegal and can have lasting consequences.

Parents and carers are urged to:

  • Know where your children are, especially during evenings and weekends
  • Talk to them about the real dangers of abandoned buildings
  • Discuss online pressure to take risks for views or attention

Preventing harm is always better than responding to it.

If you’re concerned about activity at abandoned properties, please report it via the appropriate non‑emergency channels.

How You Can Support your Child Through Exam Stress

Join Kooth for a free 45-minute webinar and you’ll hear from one of their community engagement team, alongside a clinician from Kooth. 
They will offer expert tips on:

  • When to take action
  • Share practical ideas to help children manage their anxiety 
  • Discuss how Kooth can provide extra support

Book 16th March, 7:00pm  

Job Vacancy: Lunchtime Supervisor

Are you looking for a rewarding role working with young people in a supportive and friendly environment? We are seeking a dedicated Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team. As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will play an important role in ensuring the safety, welfare, and enjoyment of our pupils during the lunch break. You will be responsible for supervising pupils in the Dining Hall, Main School Hall, and around the school, encouraging positive behaviour, and helping to create a caring and inclusive atmosphere. 

The role is part time (5.83 hours per week), term-time only (38 weeks per year). Full details, including a person specification, are available on our website here: Vacancies – Lancaster Girls’ Grammar School. If you have any queries regarding the role, please get in touch at applications@lggs.lancs.sch.uk or call us on 01524 581661.

Cut Your Carbon Results

 The below Impact Report from Cut Your Carbon, details the amount of carbon emissions that LGGS students managed to save from being released into the atmosphere from the activities they took part in last November. Please see Cut Your Carbon 2025 – Eco Schools to learn more.

Future First Alumnae Network

We have a growing Alumnae network and, as a reminder, you are able to keep in touch with school, each other, and receive our termly Alumnae newsletter by signing up to Future First.

Our Alumnae also provide support to our current students through talks, mentoring or offering work experience. Further along your career path, this may be something that you wish to be involved with.

Mental Health Support for Young People

There is a wealth of useful information from Young Minds to help parents and carers understand more about their young person’s mental health. Find the right help for them or hear from other parents who’ve been there. 

You will find advice on:

  • Helping your child to talk 
  • Looking after yourself as a parent/carer
  • Speaking to professionals 

An A-Z guide to mental health and a guide to mental health services.

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