Water Safety – Important Message for Parents and Schools
Following recent tragic incidents involving water, this is an important reminder of how quickly situations can change. As the weather gets warmer, more children and young people are spending time around rivers, lakes and the coast, increasing the risk of harm. Even on...
Pendle Community High School and College Celebrates Receiving Computing Quality Mark
We’re proud to receive the Computing Quality Mark! Awarded by the National Centre for Computing Education recognising our great computing education across the school. @wearecomputing #computingqualityframework #compqf
Action for Happiness – Joyful June
This months theme for the calendar is Joyful June. This is to encourage us to be positive and look for the good in everything.
Visit to the Bay Leaves
The Bay Leaves Café marked an important milestone on Thursday, May 21, as it welcomed a group of visitors from Nelson Mission for one of its first “soft opening” events ahead of officially opening its doors to the public. The visit followed a recent trip, with...
Digital Careers Trip – Currys
Students from the Digital Careers group enjoyed an engaging and insightful visit to Currys in Burnely on 22nd of May, where they explored how modern information technology is used in a real retail environment. As part of their research task, they took part in an IT...
Wake up Wednesday – Minecraft
Minecraft continues to be a highly popular platform for children, combining creativity, problem-solving and social interaction. While the game can offer positive opportunities for learning and play, features such as public servers, multiplayer modes and in-game...
Careers Week
KS4 and KS5 students recently completed a highly successful Careers Week. The program featured engaging talks, interactive activities, and practical sessions designed to immerse students in the World of Work. Professionals from the DWP, The Calico Group, Acorn Fabric,...
Post 16 – Transport Support
The attached letter will provide current year 11's and college with more information and support with transport as they progress to post-16.
Wake up Wednesday – Online Grooming
Online grooming is a serious and growing threat, with offenders using a range of tactics to build trust with children and young people before exploiting that relationship. This can happen across social media, gaming platforms, messaging apps and group chats, often...
Digital Careers – Aldi Trip
Students enjoyed an engaging and insightful visit to Aldi in Colne on May 7th, where they explored how information technology shapes modern retail work. As part of their research task, they took part in a lively IT treasure hunt, spotting everything from door and...
Break Time Makeup Workshops
Stubbins Lancashire Break Time Makeup Course is now open for bookings for the upcoming May half term. We provide an inclusive, creative makeup course for children and young people with special educational needs, who qualify for Lancashire Break Time hours. Club...
Wake up Wednesday – Helping Neurodivergent Children Navigate the Online World
Neurodivergent children are often early adopters of technology, making supported online experiences especially important. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide helps parents and educators understand how to create safe, positive digital environments. It explores key...
Action for Happiness – Meaningful May
This months theme for the calendar is Meaningful May. This is to encourage us to find ways to be part of something bigger.
Wake Up Wednesday – Managing Exam Stress
Exam periods can place significant pressure on young people, affecting their confidence, focus and overall wellbeing. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explores realistic and supportive strategies to help manage this pressure. It highlights practical approaches,...
SEN Saturdays at Barnoldswick Library
SEN Saturdays group at Barnoldswick Library. It is every Saturday morning 10am-12noon. It provides a safe space for families who would like to visit the library, but may need a quieter environment. We have lots of fidgets, a selection of games, lego, colouring,...
Visit from 3B Systems
On 24 April 2026, our Digital Journalism students welcomed visitor Saj Butt from 3B Systems, Nelson for an inspiring careers-focused session. As part of their learning objectives, students practised asking interview‑style questions and developed their skills in...
Lancashire Cricket Foundation Super 1s
Lancashire Cricket Foundation’s Super 1s programme gives young people with disabilities the chance to play cricket, build confidence, and develop key life skills through free weekly community sessions.
3B Systems Trip
Students from the Digital Careers group visited 3B Systems on Thursday 4th April to support their research and explore how information technology is used in a real workplace. During the visit, they toured the shop and wider premises, gaining first‑hand insight into...
Wake Up Wednesday – YouTube
YouTube continues to be one of the most popular platforms for young people, offering a mix of entertainment, creativity and learning. However, its vast content library and recommendation systems can also expose children to risks that are not always easy to spot. Our...
Visit from the salvation army
Our visit from Carole and Gordon Tucker on 17 April 2026 gave our Digital Journalism students a valuable real‑world learning experience. Students confidently applied their skills by asking interview questions and recording a podcast, meeting key learning objectives....
British Science Week
As part of our celebration of British Science Week, themed “Curiosity”, students across the school took part in a range of exciting, hands‑on activities. A highlight of the week was a visit from Education Group, who brought immersive VR headsets into school to allow...