Weekly Message 290 – 23 January 2026
23rd January 2026
This week, we have been incredibly proud of how our pupils continue to take responsibility and live out The Cams Hill Way as well as reflecting our values in everything they do, both in and out of the classroom.
Our Pupil Leadership Team continue to do a fantastic job representing pupils and the school -please read below about their recent trip to the Houses of Parliament. We also would like to extend a well done to our Year 11 GCSE Drama pupils, who completed their practical exam this week – a huge achievement and a testament to their hard work and resilience.
With the recent wet weather, we really appreciate the support of families to ensure pupils are dressed suitably for their journeys to and from school, which helps them stay comfortable and ready to learn. We kindly ask that pupils wear their blazers under their coats rather than carrying them, to help keep them dry as the expectation remains that they are worn in school.
Please also note that next Friday, 30 January 2026, is an INSET day. This is a common closure day and will be a valuable opportunity for cross-collaboration across schools in the Fareham and Gosport area, strengthening practice and learning for the benefit of all our pupils.
Pupil Leadership Team Visit to Houses of Parliament
The Pupil Leadership Team visited the Houses of Parliament yesterday and spent the day exploring the rich history of Parliament and its iconic buildings. They toured both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, gaining a real sense of how decisions are made at the heart of government.
The team also took part in a workshop where they learned how petitions work, from creating one to understanding how it can be formally heard in Parliament. It was a fascinating experience and a great day for everyone involved.
Sports Results
Year 7 boys’ basketball lost to Henry Cort 15-8
Year 7 girls’ basketball won against Henry Cort 26-12
Years 8/9 boys’ basketball won against Henry Cort 18-7
Years 8/9 girls’ basketball won against Henry Cort 50-4
Years 10/11 boys’ basketball won against Henry Cort 30-29
Cross Country
O Knipe, Year 11, won the Hampshire School Cross Country on Saturday. This is an outstanding achievement and now means he progresses to compete in the English schools’ competition later this year. If he succeeds, he then has the opportunity to represent England. An amazing achievement.
For Parents – What I Wish My Parents or Carers Knew
The Children’s Commissioner has put together a fantastic guide for parents and carers. At around 26 pages it goes into a lot of depth including:
- Screen time.
- When bad things happen.
- Artificial intelligence.
- Conversation starters.
- Actions to take checklist.
- And much more.
Download the guide – Children’s Commissioner – What I wish my parents and carers knew guide
Menu w/c 26 January 2026
Whole School Letters Published This Half Term
Below is a list of letters emailed to all parents/carers this half term together with the date and time they were sent. If you are unable to find any of the communications, please email office@camshill.com and we can send you a further copy.
Upcoming Gas Works – sent 21/1/26 1014
Statistics
Positive Behaviour Points Averages per Pupil for This Week
Year 7 – 4.16 points
Year 8 – 2.82 points
Year 9 – 4.49 points
Year 10 – 2.21 points
Year 11 – 2.88 points
Attendance
This week – 92.4%
Same week last year – 91.6%
Sparx and Educake
These are two online resources that we expect pupils to be accessing routinely with homework set by teachers and independently to support their progress in Maths, Science, and other subjects. We ask parents/carers to check in with their child to see whether they are accessing these resources routinely and to encourage the best use of them.
Sparx – Maths
Over 50% in Maths Homework
Year 7 81%
Year 8 64%
Year 9 71%
Year 10 Independent revision for assessment
Over 75% in Maths Homework
Year 7 79%
Year 8 62%
Year 9 63%
Year 10 Independent revision for assessment
100% in Maths Homework
Year 7 75% *
Year 8 55%
Year 9 50%
Year 10 independent revision for assessment
*For example, this figure means 75% of Year 7 got 100% in their homework tasks.
Figures in green indicate maintaining or an increase from last time.
Year 11 are working independently with revision homework.
Maths Homework Support is open to all Years on Wednesdays in ICT2 until 4pm.
Next In-Class Assessment
Year 10 – w/c 26 January 2026 – non-calculator test
Year 9 – w/c 2 February 2026 – non-calculator test, needs a protractor
Year 8 – w/c 2 February 2026 – non-calculator test
Year 7 – w/c 9 February 2026 – tbc
Calculators and other equipment for sale
Casio fx-83GT scientific calculators can be bought via Arbor and collected from the Finance Office. Prices of these and other items for sale are shown below:
Casio fx-83GT scientific calculator- £9.00
Pre-packed pencil case – £2.50
Pair of compasses – 29p
Protractor – 9p
100 blank flashcards – £1.00
A range of GCSE Maths revision materials for KS4 use – See Arbor for details