Abingdon News 15-01-26
Quick Actions and Dates, Exams & Revision, Academic & Career Support, Festive & Community Events, Sports & Training,
Quick Action Checklist (dates only)
21 Jan 2026 – TechEd parenting evening (6:15‑8 pm).
24 Jan 2026 – Burns Night Dinner & Ceilidh (over 18s).
19 Jan 2026 – Deadline for Burns Night tickets (12 noon).
6 Feb 2026 – OA Club Drinks Reception (6:15‑8:30 pm).
23 Jan 2026 – RSVP deadline for the Drinks Reception.
22 Jan 2026 – NT Live: Hamlet performance.
4‑6 Feb 2026 – Earthquakes in London (senior drama).
9 Feb 2026 – RBO Live: Woolf Works (streamed).
12 Mar 2026 – Careers Convention (6:30‑9 pm).
20‑22 Feb 2026 – RD Productions – Parade musical.
28 Feb 2026 – Leo Houlding – Exposed show.
Week of 19 Jan 2026 – Wellbeing Hub back‑to‑school tips article.
28 Jan 2026 – Wellbeing Hub webinar (6:30 pm GMT).
Exams & Revision
| RSE Policy Consultation | A draft RSE (Relationships & Sex Education) policy is being reviewed. The school is seeking parental feedback. | Read the letter (PDF) and submit any comments by the deadline noted in the document. |
| Confirmation Classes | Information about the new “Confirmation Classes” (a short‑term enrichment programme) is in a separate letter. | Open the PDF and discuss with your tutor if you wish to enrol. |
| Back‑to‑School Anxiety Tips | The Wellbeing Hub is running a short series of tips for easing the return to school. | View the article “Top tips for easing back‑to‑school anxiety” on the Wellbeing Hub (available from the week of 19 Jan). |
Academic & Career Support
| Abingdon Careers Convention | Thu 12 Mar 2026, 6:30 – 9:00 pm (St Helen and St Katharine) | Compulsory for Year 11 (5th‑year) students; optional for Sixth‑Form. Free tickets – book here (https://bit.ly/m/CareersConvention2026). |
| OX14 Learning Partnership Summer Holiday Work‑Experience Scheme | Summer 2026 (applications now open) | Open to Year 12 students, but Year 11 families can explore future opportunities and discuss with employers. Sign‑up form linked in the mailing. |
| Wellbeing Hub – Back‑to‑School Resources | Week of Mon 19 Jan 2026 (tips article) Webinar Wed 28 Jan 2026 6:30 pm GMT | “Top tips for easing back‑to‑school anxiety” (Alicia Drummond) and a webinar on digital‑age friendships & bullying (Nicholas Carlisle). |
| Music Department – Upcoming Events | See the “Music Events” page (link) for concerts, recitals, etc. | Open to all pupils; good for extracurricular credit. |
| Residential Trips 2026‑27 | Planned trips listed on the “Trips” page (dates after 1 Jan 2027 are provisional). | Review the itinerary; discuss with tutors for eligibility. |
| RSE & Confirmation Classes Letters | PDFs linked in the mailing (no fixed date) | Read the letters for policy updates and the new Confirmation Classes offering. |
Festive & Community Events
| TechEd – Parenting & Technology Evening | Wed 21 Jan 2026, 6:15 – 8 pm | School (U6 Peer‑Support Lead Mentors) | Parents of Lower‑School & Year 3 pupils (useful for Year 11 families interested in digital‑wellbeing) | Q&A on social‑media, gaming, screen‑time, safety. |
| Burns Night Dinner & Ceilidh | Sat 24 Jan 2026 (tickets close Mon 19 Jan 12 noon) | Abingdon School Pavilion | Parents & families (over 18 years) | Three‑course meal, traditional ceilidh dancing – a chance to unwind after exams. |
| OA Club Drinks Reception (Military & Defence Community) | Fri 6 Feb 2026, 6:15 – 8:30 pm | Royal Air Force Club, 128 Piccadilly, London | Alumni, staff, families with military/defence links | RSVP by 23 Jan 2026 (link in the mailing). |
| German Film Evening (Oxford German Network) | Date not specified – open to 4th‑year to Upper‑Sixth pupils (includes Year 11) | – | Year 11 students studying German | Details & sign‑up in the linked PDF. |
| House Photographs Ordering | Ongoing – view and order online | Gillman & Soame website (link) | All families | Order prints of the recent house photo session. |
Sports & Training
| Sports‑Kit Sale (Second‑Hand Uniform Shop) | Large discounts on good‑as‑new sports clothing. Open Sat 17 Jan & Wed 21 Jan 2026. | Visit the shop or order online via the link. |
| Saturday Sporting Commitments | All pupils are expected to be available for Saturday fixtures in their Core Sport or Other Half. | If a clash arises, email the Head and copy Director of Sport Mark Hanslip (at least 1 week in advance). |
| Fixtures & Teamsheets (SOCS system) | View team selections, transport arrangements, and confirm bus use. Login at https://www.socscms.com/login/2/ (parent portal credentials). | Check weekly; tick the box for school‑bus or personal transport when selected. |
| Injured / Off‑Games Pupils | Even if injured, pupils must attend PE; staff will supervise or assign off‑games duties. | Email the teacher, tutor, and Health Centre in advance to explain the injury. |
| Box Office Performances | • NT Live: Hamlet – Thu 22 Jan 2026 (age 12+) • Earthquakes in London – Wed 4 Feb – Fri 6 Feb 2026 (age 14+, strong language) • RBO Live: Woolf Works – Mon 9 Feb 2026 (streamed) • RD Productions – Parade – Fri 20 Feb – Sun 22 Feb 2026 • Leo Houlding – Exposed – Sat 28 Feb 2026 | Purchase tickets via the individual links (provided in the mailing). |
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