Our Lady Queen Of Peace

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Bulletin

It is important to acknowledge the achievements of our students and this year we were able to celebrate a huge number of successes. Congratulations to all the students who attended, we are extremely proud of all of you. Thank you to our special guest, ex-student and founder of Miss Kick, Grace Vella.

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As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of our school, we were delighted to welcome Archbishop Malcolm McMahon to celebrate Mass on Friday 8th November with the full school community of young people, staff and governors, together with Fr Des Seddon and Fr Mike. Children of all year groups were able to participate fully in the Mass, through leading the liturgical music, readings, prayers, presentation of gifts and through a special rendition of the hymn 10,000 Reasons after communion, as the whole of Year 7 led actions while singing. Archbishop Malcolm also presented our young people with their Faith in Action Awards, and presented Mrs Gresty with a special certificate, thanking her for her outstanding service as Chair of Governors over the last 25 years, while looking forward to her ongoing leadership. Mr Fox, unfortunately unable to attend the service, will be receiving a special certificate from the Archbishop, for his outstanding long dedication and commitment as a governor in Our Lady’s school. Archbishop Malcolm completed his visit with a tour of the school, talking to children and staff about their work and life in Our Lady’s. He gave very positive feedback on many aspects of our school and all who met him commented on the way he made them feel at ease and the interest he took in all aspects of Our Lady’s. Following the celebration Mass, staff and children were treated to free pastries, which all enjoyed!

An exceptional evening of music was held just before half term, introducing a wealth of new talent, performing alongside our seasoned performers, to provide another wonderful evening of music enjoyed by a full house of proud parents, friends and family. Children performed solos, ensembles, both singing and playing musical instruments, with many numbers presented totally by young people, performing at the highest standard. It was also good to welcome back past students as part of Our Lady's musical family, some of whom have moved on to study music courses at post 16 level, supporting current students with lighting, technology and musical skills.

Year 11 students were able to discuss current political issues with Rosie Cooper MP during her visit to our school. Of particular interest was our international and environmental projects which students eloquently highlighted. Pictured, our Head Girl and Boy pose with Rosie for the camera. 

Students at Our Lady Queen of Peace in Skelmersdale are celebrating outstanding success in this year’s GCSE examinations, which includes a record smashing 31 Grade 9s across 13 subjects and 35 Grade 8s across 18 subjects. Once again students have demonstrated great determination and resilience in the face of the increased level of challenge, to achieve the very highest grades 8 and 9 in Maths, English Language, English Literature, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Combined Science, Engineering, RE, History, Geography, Citizenship, Music, PE, Food, Photography, Art & Design, Graphics, Textiles, Spanish, Japanese and Russian.

Individual outstanding achievements include Ella Blanchard, a highly gifted musician, who achieved 13 GCSEs at grade 7 or above with a fabulous 6 grade 9s including English, Maths & Science! Shannon Roughley, Marta Kupca and Agnieszka Gryguc also achieved a commendable 4 grade 9s within their impressive range of up to 13 higher grade passes.

Other notable student performances include: Essa Youssouf with grade 9s in English, Citizenship and RE and a total of 10 subjects at grade 7 or above; Natasha Owen who achieved a grade 9 in Food Preparation & Nutrition and a range of grade 8s in Citizenship, History, Chemistry and PE; Joe Cullen who achieved grade 9s in Citizenship, History & RE; Jessica Doyle who achieved 12 GCSEs, the majority of which are at Grade 7 & 8. A number of other students achieved a range of grade 7s and 8s including Cavan Hegarty, Holly Parker, Olivia Parrington, Zack Reynolds, Craig Teevan and Lewis Willan.

Our Lady’s is proud of our National Inclusion Quality Award at flagship status which was once again re-validated at the highest level in July this year, and we celebrate the achievements of students of all abilities, some of whom have overcome very challenging barriers to learning to achieve their success.

As a specialist Engineering College we encourage students to undertake a range of STEM related subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and are exceptionally pleased to report excellent attainment in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Technology subjects.

Alison Knight, Headteacher at Our Lady’s, is delighted with the achievements of the Class of 2019. She commended the students and staff on their hard work and efforts, thanked parents for all their support and wished all students the very best of success in their post-16 choices.

Kath Gresty, Chair of Governors, endorsed the Headteacher’s comments and thanked everyone on behalf of the governing body. ‘I am delighted with the results achieved by all our young people. They are a testament to the tremendous hard work and efforts of our students, staff and parents, working together to ensure that the young people of Our Lady’s achieve their very best’.

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After a long morning interviewing for the prestigious positions of Head Girl and Boy we are pleased to announce the following appointments:

Head Girl: Lucy McDonough
Head Boy: Mathew Johnson

Congratulations to them both for demonstrating their commitment and dedication to Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic High School and their fellow students.

Pupils really threw themselves into this production and as a result there were many outstanding performances. It was a varied show, with original solo pieces and dramatic flourishes.

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To mark the leaving of our Year 11 music students, Mr Longden produced a special concert featuring students past, present and future. It was billed as the best concert ever and on the night it really was a special occasion.

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Photos from our latest show. A really professional production that demonstrated the dedication and talent that students from Our Lady's possess.

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One of our past students was on the One Show last night and we wanted to share this small clip to illustrate how proud we are of her. Mayumi Pacheco is currently studying Law at Sheffield Univerity but her talents on the football field have got her attention from the national team where she is currently playing in the under 21's squad. Mayumi has also been signed to Reading Football Club and we wish her all the best in her future endeavours whether they be on or off the field.

See the clip HERE

We have a wealth of talented students at Our Lady's and this years Christmas concert demonstrated that. The audience were thoroughly enthralled as pupils sang popular Christmas tunes.

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