Wake up Wednesday – Character AI
Character.AI enables users to create and interact with AI-powered characters that can behave like friends, mentors, fictional characters or romantic partners. While these tools can feel engaging and emotionally supportive, they also introduce important safeguarding,...
Action for Happiness – Self-Care September
This months action for happiness calendar is self-care September. Let's find way to be taking care of ourselves this month. It's essential!
Wake up Wednesday – KCSIE 2026 is here
KCSIE 2026 has been published, with the new statutory guidance coming into force on 1 September 2026. From all staff reading Part One in full to updates on mobile phones, online harm, safeguarding records and volunteer checks, there is plenty for schools and education...
Wake up Wednesday – Supporting children’s Return to Routine
Returning to school after a break can be a significant adjustment for children and young people, particularly when routines, concentration and social confidence need time to rebuild. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide supports families, carers and education...
How does your garden grow?
The College, Voc. Ed. Centre garden has flourished over the summer break, growing rapidly thanks to the stretch of warm weather during the holidays. Despite the challenging heat, the space has been carefully tended and watered by Steve and a couple of willing...
Cold Water Kills
Silver School Games Mark Award
We are delighted to announce that PCHS has achieved the School Games Silver Mark Award in recognition of our commitment to providing high quality physical activity, sport and leadership opportunities for our pupils. The School Games Mark celebrates schools that...
Sports Day KS4 and KS5
On sports day, our KS4 and KS5 students thoroughly enjoyed participating in a range of athletics activities, including the 100m and 200m races. Throughout the events, students demonstrated excellent enthusiasm, determination, and sportsmanship. It was fantastic to see...
Bowland A Litter Picking at Gib Hill
Students In Bowland A took part in a litter-picking activity at Gib Hill, helping to keep the local environment clean and safe. They collected litter from the field edges and surrounding areas, demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility and care for their...
Life Skills Cafe Launch
The Life Skills Café has been established as an open-access, welcoming space where local residents can access practical support, guidance and encouragement before challenges reach crisis point. Our aim is to create a trusted community resource that helps people build...
Wake up Wednesday – Skin Betting
Gaming is a huge part of many young people's lives, but some online features can blur the line between gaming and gambling in ways that aren't always obvious. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explains what skin betting is, why it's becoming more common, and how...
Learning, Listening and Shaping the Future of AAC
Pendle Community High School and College was delighted to welcome Joe and Doris from Tobii Dynavox for a valuable and collaborative visit focused on the implementation of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) within education settings. Doris, who is...
East Lancashire Young People’s Mental Health
Concerned about your Mental Health? Are you under 18 or concerned about someone under 18? Use the QR code with will provide you with advice sessions.
Face to Face Support Sessions
Are you a Pendle resident struggling with accessing local services due to online barriers? Face-to-face online support sessions are being held throughout Pendle. Bring your own devices (if you have one) and we will help you with: Accessing Pendle Borough Council...
Free School Meals from Sept 2026
Please take a look at the attached poster regarding the changes to Free School Meals from September.
Digital Careers Group Trip to Burnley College
Our Digital Careers group enjoyed a fantastic visit to Burnley College on the 2nd of July. The trip gave students a real insight into college life and helped them understand how technology is used in modern learning and workplace environments. The highlight for many...
Action for Happiness – Jump Back up July
This months these for the calendar is is Jump Back Up July. Let's find a way to bounce back!
Wake up Wednesday – Managing Digital Boundaries for Children Under Five
Screens are now part of everyday family life, but for very young children, clear and predictable boundaries can help screen time feel calm rather than constant. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide shares practical advice for families, nurseries and early years settings...
Digital Careers Group Visit to Nelson and Colne College
Students from the Digital Careers group enjoyed an inspiring visit to Nelson and Colne College on the 11th of June, where they explored how information technology shapes real workplaces and future study pathways. As part of their research-focused learning objectives,...
Wake up Wednesday – Invoice Fraud
Invoice fraud can create significant financial and operational disruption for schools, particularly when criminals exploit trusted supplier relationships or busy internal processes. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide supports schools in recognising the warning signs...
School Uniform Sales 2026
Start preparing for back to school now with this list of predicted school uniform sales you can find in your local supermarkets.




















