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Head of English kicks off a week of events for World Book Day
On Monday, Mrs Gidden kicked off the week of events by launching the Book Face quiz - who's hiding behind the book?
Mrs Gidden's cool readers club - Cerys
Priory’s Head of English, Mrs Gidden, has been really impressed with many of our multi-talented pupils and wanted to highlight their love of reading while excelling at other pursuits. This week we interviewed Year 10 pupil, Cerys.
Actor talks about his school story
A star of former school-set drama, Joshua Miles, visited Priory last Friday afternoon to talk about a play he wrote about his time during school.
An education in alcohol
Head of Learning for Life, Mrs Hopes, has attended an Alcohol Education Trust workshop to look at, and implement, newly developed teaching resources focusing on alcohol and its impact.
COVID-19: Advice for places of education
The Department for Education has launched a new Coronavirus helpline to answer questions about COVID-19 related to education.
Food tech pupils enjoy a taste of Runshaw College
Yesterday, a small group of incredibly talented GCSE Food Technology & Nutrition pupils ventured to Runshaw College to sample the delights of its Catering & Hospitality and Travel & Tourism departments.
Ofsted Inspection 3 March
We have been informed today that Ofsted will inspect Penwortham Priory Academy on 03 March 2020.
Peer mentors prove perfect role models
At Priory we realise that our older pupils are excellent role models for younger pupils and so we have a very successful peer mentoring programme in place.
Mrs Gidden's Cool Readers Club - Junior
Priory’s Head of English, Mrs Gidden, has been really impressed with many of our multi-talented pupils and wanted to highlight their love of reading while excelling at other pursuits. This week we interviewed Year 7 pupil, Junior.
World book day
Last year's World Book Day celebrations at Priory were great fun and this year will be no exception.
Jo Ann attests her plans to join the force
While many pupils are thinking about their career options, Year 11 Jo-Ann is already making big strides for her future.
Year 11 MFL pupils aim for top grades at PiXL conference
Last Thursday, Year 11 GCSE French pupils travelled to Manchester for a PiXL conference to get them 'exam ready'.
