MacMillan Year 7 Coffee Morning
On Friday 25th September 2026, we hosted our Macmillan Coffee Morning for our Year 7 families. The event was well attended and warmly received. Families enjoyed a selection of cakes, biscuits and refreshments, and together we raised £58 for Macmillan Cancer Support....
Action for Happiness – Optimistic October
This months action for happiness calendar is Optimistic October. This month we can think of actions to help you focus on what really matters.
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Wake Up Wednesday – Looksmaxxing
Looksmaxxing is an online trend focused on improving physical appearance, particularly among boys and young men. While some content centres on grooming, skincare, diet and exercise, other parts of the trend can promote questionable advice, extreme practices and...
Digital Careers Visit to Lidl
On the 24th of September 2026, students from Pendle Community High School & College’s Digital Careers programme visited Lidl in Burnley to explore how information technology is used in a real workplace environment. The visit supported students in researching a...
Wake Up Wednesday – Discord
Discord gives young people a space to chat, play games and join communities based around shared interests. While it can be a positive way to connect with friends, there are also important risks for parents and educators to understand. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide...
McMillan Coffee Morning at the Vocational Education Centre
We were delighted to hold the first of our Macmillan Coffee mornings at the Vocational Education Centre last Thursday. The event was hosted by College students from Bowland and Chatburn who welcomed parents and guests to the Centre, offering cakes and cookies baked...
Vocational Education Center Growing Planters
The team at PCC Voc Ed Centre is delighted to unveil a new community planter at the front of the centre, designed to bring people together and encourage everyone to enjoy the benefits of growing their own produce.  The planter has been filled with a variety of...
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...
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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.