This week we visited St Augustine’s, our partner charity, to help celebrate the strength and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary right here in Calderdale.

We were honoured to meet volunteers and centre members who are united in one powerful mission: to support families arriving in Calderdale as they begin new lives after fleeing war, persecution and hardship.

A heartfelt thank you to our Head Students Lakshya, Anaya and William, who joined the visit to learn more so they can lead assemblies next year on the incredible impact St Augustine’s makes. Also a huge well done to Hana, who will soon be joining our Sixth Form and is already leading by example through her volunteering.

This visit was a reminder of the kindness, compassion, and community spirit that lies at the heart of Crossley Heath.

A huge well done to Jesse, who had a fantastic day yesterday representing the Halifax-based Cricket Asylum Academy at St Peter’s School, York.

Competing in a Super 8 format, Jesse took on the role of wicket-keeper for all four matches, showing real skill and focus throughout. He even opened the tournament with its first boundary 4!

It was a brilliant day of high-level cricket and a great opportunity for Jesse to connect with talented young players from across the UK. We’re incredibly proud of his performance and dedication on and off the pitch!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Crossley Heath Showcase Evening — what a fantastic night it was!

Day 2 began with a fascinating visit to the DDR Museum, which was particularly relevant for our Sixth Formers studying post-war Germany, but thoroughly enjoyed by all. We then took a walk around the stunning Museum Island, passing the Berliner Dom, Humboldt University, and Bebelplatz, the poignant site of the Nazi book burnings. The afternoon brought sunshine and relaxation with a scenic boat trip along the Spree, and we ended the day with breathtaking panoramic views of Berlin from the Fernsehturm (TV Tower).

Day 3 was another long but brilliant day in sunny Berlin! We started with a morning of sightseeing, taking in the iconic Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the moving Holocaust Memorial. After a well-earned lunch break with some fun and games in the Tiergarten, the group headed to the German Spy Museum, where the interactive exhibits were a big hit. The day continued with some shopping and dinner at the Berlin Mall, and we rounded it all off with a spectacular evening visit to the Reichstag dome, offering another stunning view of this vibrant city.

The Crossley Heath School presents, your new House Captains!

Some may say it is the greatest honour to lead your house to victory and these students will give it their all.

They are currently extremely busy with House Music and House Athletics on the horizon, along with helping out with all the fundraising we do here at Crossley Heath.

If you have a student here, make sure they take part in house events, they are memories that will last a life time.

'Discover Your Voice' - Public Speaking Workshop

27 Year 12 student leaders and school and house officials took part in a morning of public speaking training delivered by Alex Edwards from the English Speaking Union.

During the ‘Discover Your Voice’ workshop, the students learned the theory behind effective public speaking and then developed their public speaking skills through a range of group activities and tasks.

It was an interesting and fun morning which will help the students to carry out their roles as student leaders effectively, such as delivering assemblies and speaking at events!