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2 | Be Outstanding The outstanding performance of Year 11 students in their examinations has resulted in an incredible number of students achieving exceptionally well on the reformed GCSEs, which are graded 9-1 instead of A*- G, with 9 the highest grade. Under the new system, a grade 4 is the equivalent to a grade C. Our class of 2026 achieved a phenomenal 76% grade 9-4 in English and Maths, which reflects 88% grade 9-4 in English and 78% grade 9-4 in Maths. We also celebrated the success of students who achieved strong passes in English and Maths – 78% grade 9-5 in English and 57% grade 9-5 in Maths. The success of this cohort of students clearly reflects the accomplishments of a collaborative commitment made by students, staff, parents and governors. IMPRESSIVE GCSE SUCCESS FOR THE CLASS OF 2026 “THE SUPPORT FROM TEACHERS OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS HAS BEEN FANTASTIC AND THEY ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO LISTEN AND HELP. I FEEL VERY WELL PREPARED FOR MY GCSES AND CONFIDENT ABOUT MY FUTURE. I HAVE ALSO REALLY ENJOYED MY ROLE AS A PREFECT.” STUDENT HEADLINE FIGURES FOR STANDISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 2026 Students achieving Grade 9 – 4 (standard pass) in English 88% Students achieving Grade 9 – 4 (standard pass) in Maths 78% Students achieving English and Maths at Grade 9 – 4 or above 76% Students achieving Grade 9 – 5 (strong pass) in English 78% Students achieving Grade 9 – 5 (strong pass) in Maths 57% Students achieving Grade 9 – 7 (strong pass) in English 37% Students achieving Grade 9 – 7 (strong pass) in Maths 22% We are extremely proud of the students who collectively received 295 Grade 8s or 9s (or Distinction *s) across all subjects a truly remarkable achievement which represent the highest possible levels of success for a student and clearly reflects an unstinting dedication to learning.
Be Outstanding | 3 SUBJECT 9 - 7 % 9 - 5 % 9 - 4 % 3d Design 35 86 92 Art 15 45 64 Biology 66 98 100 Chemistry 78 100 100 Computer Science 39 73 88 Digital Photography 41 74 96 Drama 14 45 90 English 32 73 86 English Literature 27 68 82 French 46 85 92 Geography 17 42 55 German 100 100 100 Graphics 40 80 96 History 29 56 67 Mathematics 22 57 78 Media Studies 13 49 71 PE 18 60 74 Persian 0 100 100 Physics 61 100 100 Polish 100 100 100 RE 12 51 67 Spanish 42 95 100 Textiles 0 20 57 Turkish 100 100 100 Combined Science 11 53 74 NAME L2 DIST* - L2 DIST % L2 DIST* - L2 MERIT % L2 DIST* - L2 PASS % BTEC Health & Social Care 27 64 84 BTEC ICT 14 57 86 i-Media 9 30 57 EXAMINATIONS 2026
4 | Be Outstanding “I REALLY ENJOY BEING AT STANDISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL. IT IS SUCH A WELCOMING COMMUNITY AND I HAVE MADE LOTS OF NEW FRIENDS. I PARTICULARLY ENJOY SPENDING TIME IN THE LIBRARY AND BEING A STUDENT LIBRARIAN. MY LESSONS ARE ENGAGING AND EXCITING EVERY DAY.” STUDENT OUR SCHOOL DAY 8.50am – 9.05am Form time / Assembly 9.05am – 10.05am Period 1 10.05am – 11.05am Period 2 11.05am – 11.20am Break time 11.20am – 12.20pm Period 3 12.20pm – 1.05pm Lunch 1.05pm – 2.05pm Period 4 2.05pm – 3.05pm Period 5 School is open to all students before and beyond the end of the official school day. BEFORE: 8.00am Breakfast provision in Benthams. 8.00am Our Library Resource Centre (LRC) is available to students. BEYOND: 3.05pm onwards The LRC is available to students until 4.15 pm. Clubs take place daily, details of which are routinely published throughout the year in our School Bulletin.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION As we are a non-denominational state school, students follow a broad course of religious education in which they study the main religions of the world. During assembly and form period we have acts of collective worship which centre on a ‘Current Affairs Day.’ Parents/carers have the right to withdraw their children from religious education. SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS EDUCATION (SRE) Sex Education at Standish Community High School will be delivered in accordance with Education Act 2025 and Sex and Relationship Education Guidance and also having regard to the school’s Code of Conduct and Equal Opportunities Policy. Standish Community High School provides a setting in which young people can be offered appropriate age teaching about sex and relationships education (SRE). The purpose of SRE is to assist young people to prepare for adult life by supporting them through their physical, emotional and moral development, helping them to understand themselves, respect others and to form, and sustain, healthy relationships. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (PDP) Standish Community High School is committed to ensuring that all students develop into successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens. Through the weekly PDP lessons, students will develop skills, understanding and knowledge of living in the wider world, health and well-being and relationships. SPIRITUAL, MORAL, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT (SMSC) At Standish Community High School, we adopt a ‘Whole School Approach’ to the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of our students. Opportunities are provided for spiritual development, with the focus on tolerance and respect. The school cultivates students’ moral values, develops their social skills and enhances their understanding of their own and other cultures. Standish Community High School has a whole school approach to SMSC through curriculum time, assemblies, Personal Development Programme (PDP) and activities which are centred around a key theme that links to Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural Development (SMSC) and students have an opportunity to reflect on themes that are relevant in today’s society. “MY DAUGHTER HAS ENJOYED HER TIME AT STANDISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL AND HAS ENJOYED BEING TAUGHT BY SUPPORTIVE AND FRIENDLY STAFF. HER FORM TUTOR HAS BEEN A CONSISTENT SUPPORT AND I KNOW SHE HAS PARTICULARLY ENJOYED HER FORM TIME SESSIONS WITH HIM. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR YOUR SUPPORT.” PARENT
UNIFORM OPTION 1 OPTION 2 OPTION 3 Traditional black, flat school shoes with no coloured logos, stripes or emblems (no canvas pumps or trainers) Traditional black, flat school shoes with no coloured logos, stripes or emblems (no canvas pumps or trainers) Traditional black, flat school shoes with no coloured logos, stripes or emblems (no canvas pumps or trainers) Black socks (no sports socks with logos) Black socks (no sports socks with logos) Black/navy blue/white socks or black/navy blue opaque tights (no sports socks with logos) Black, conventional, tailored trousers (no straight leg or skinny fit, no jeans, chinos or fashion trousers) Blue, conventional, tailored trousers (no straight leg or skinny fit, no jeans, chinos or fashion trousers) Navy blue pleated skirt (on or below the knee) White school shirt with school tie White school shirt with school tie White school shirt with school tie Years 7–10: SCHS navy blue V-neck jumper with embroidered logo Year 11: SCHS maroon V-neck jumper with embroidered logo Years 7–10: SCHS navy V-neck jumper with embroidered logo Year 11: SCHS maroon V-neck jumper with embroidered logo Years 7–10: SCHS navy V-neck jumper with embroidered logo Year 11: SCHS maroon V-neck jumper with embroidered logo ADDITIONAL UNIFORM INFORMATION (FURTHER DETAILED GUIDANCE AND EXAMPLES CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE) Jewellery Students may wear one pair of plain stud earrings only. Students must not have any other piercings. Students may also wish to wear a wristwatch; this must not be a smart device or a smart watch. No other items of jewellery should be worn. Coats and Jackets All outdoor coats must be black or navy blue. Any coats with logos should have the logo no bigger than the size of a credit card. Coats must be removed before entering a classroom or teaching space. Scarves and hats Navy blue or black scarves and hats can be worn between October and February and must be removed before entering a classroom or teaching space. Footwear Traditional black, flat school shoes with no coloured logos, stripes or emblems (no canvas pumps or trainers) Haircuts and styles All haircuts must be no shorter than a number one and must not be dyed with unnatural colours. Makeup We have a zero-tolerance policy towards the wearing of makeup. This includes acrylic/false/gel/painted nails, false tan, drawn on eyebrows, coloured lip balm or false eyelashes. Tattoos / henna tattoos are not permitted. If henna tattoos are required for cultural reasons, please consult the school. 6 | Be Outstanding
Be Outstanding | 7 “STARTING AT STANDISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL WAS MUCH EASIER THAN I EXPECTED. THE TASTER DAYS HELPED ME FEEL PREPARED AND MEETING MY FORM TUTOR AND NEW FORM MEMBERS MADE A BIG DIFFERENCE TO ME. THE SCHOOL MAY BE VERY BIG, BUT EVERYONE IS SO WELCOMING AND SUPPORTIVE AND ALL THE TEACHERS ARE FRIENDLY AND CARING. I AM REALLY LOVING IT HERE!” STUDENT
8 | Be Outstanding “MY TEACHERS ALWAYS ENCOURAGE ME TO DO MY BEST AND I HAVE REALLY ENJOYED EXPLORING MY OPTIONS FOR THE FUTURE. I HAVE RECEIVED EXCELLENT SUPPORT AND ADVICE WHEN CHOOSING MY GCSE SUBJECTS. I HAVE ALSO LOVED BEING A WELLBEING AMBASSADOR AND HELPING TO RAISE MONEY FOR OUR SCHOOL CHARITIES. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR” STUDENT
Be Outstanding | 9 PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM OPTION 1 OPTION 2 OPTION 3 Plain navy T-shirt or SCHS T-shirt (optional) SCHS hoodie SCHS shorts SCHS PE socks SCHS track pants (optional) SCHS leggings (optional) Plain navy T-shirt or SCHS T-shirt (optional) SCHS hoodie SCHS leggings SCHS PE socks SCHS shorts (optional) SCHS track pants (optional) Plain navy T-shirt or SCHS T-shirt (optional) SCHS hoodie SCHS track pants SCHS PE socks SCHS shorts (optional) SCHS leggings (optional) ADDITIONAL POINTS: • Please label all items of PE kit with the student’s name, including footwear. This helps the return of kit when misplaced in school • PE kit is required for every PE lesson. Students are always encouraged to get changed, even when injured (when appropriate) • The curriculum does allow opportunities for students to coach, referee and partake in the lesson in other ways that are non-practical • If students are excused from practical tasks in PE due to illness or injury, please provide a note with the reason and how long the student will be unable to participate for • Long hair must always be tied back during practical lessons - students must provide their own hair bobbles • Watches will need to be removed for all practical lessons • For all outdoor lessons on grass, football/ rugby boots are essential • For all lessons on the 3G pitch, students must wear moulded plastic studs. Footwear not suitable for the 3G pitch are flat-soled trainers or fashion trainers, astro trainers, footwear with metal studs, blade style studs, school shoes or any footwear that is damaged • For all indoor activities please bring trainers. Pumps or converse are not acceptable • During inclement weather, students have the option of wearing a navy blue or black woollen hat and woollen gloves (at the teacher’s discretion). Plain, unbranded skins and additional layers are optional items and can be worn under the PE T-shirt • Please bring a towel and change of underwear if the weather conditions look inclement • Please bring the necessary safety kit depending on the sport you are playing e.g. gum shield and shin pads for contact sports.
10 | Be Outstanding BUS AND TRANSPORT INFORMATION THE FOLLOWING BUS SERVICES SERVE STANDISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL: BUS NUMBER AREA COVERED 976 Gidlow, Springfield, Beech Hill, Whitley 977 Gidlow, Springfield, Beech Hill, Whitley 978 (New Springs) New Springs, Whelley, Scholes, Mesnes Park, Whitley 978 (Scholes) Scholes, Mesnes Park, Whitley 979 Hindley, Pennington Green, Red Rock, Rectory Lane 980 (Radlins Farm, Aspull Estate) Radlins Farm, Aspull, Haigh, Red Rock 981 (Aspull British Legion) Aspull, Haigh, Red Rock All drivers are specially trained in customer care and disability awareness and each service has a regular driver, allowing the driver to recognise regular users. Public buses also run to Standish from various local locations. All school bus services are operated by Vision Bus, contact number 01204 468288. Those travelling by bus must also be in possession of an IGO pass in order to obtain the concessionary (reduced) fare and multi-journey discounted tickets. IGO pass application forms can be obtained from school or TFGM travel shops. Please check the Transport for Greater Manchester website for updates. Should you require any further information regarding school transport, please contact Transport for Greater Manchester or visit their website www.tfgm.com Please note that these details are correct at the time of going to print and may be subject to change. “I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND STANDISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS. MY SON HAS NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES THROUGHOUT HIS FIVE YEARS AT STANDISH. THE TEACHERS MOST DEFINITELY HAD MY SON’S BEST INTERESTS AT HEART.” PARENT “THE TEACHERS ARE A CREDIT TO THE SCHOOL, GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND, WITH EXTRA SUPPORT PROVIDED IN THEIR OWN TIME, WHICH HAS BEEN GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU.” PARENT
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