Be determined and confident,as God will be with you* as we learn, care and share through work, play and prayer. (*Deuteronomy 31:6)
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Contact details below, just click on the name, or call 01257 262323
Andy Purcell, Headteacher of St George's, and Wrightington Mossy Lea
Sharon Kellie, School Admin and Bursar
Nic Gregson, Deputy Head Teacher, Child Protection, SENCO
Naomi Harrison, Assistant Head Teacher, responsibility for Assessment & Mossy Lea
Rob Horne Assistant Head Teacher, Responsibility for Teacher Training
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St George's Chorley All Saints Chorley Fr Jordan Bentliffe
St George’s is now in a period of interregnum, as we await the Diocese’s appointment of a new vicar to lead our parish forward.
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Welcome to this week’s newsletter!
“To see the world…”
There’s a line from The Secret Life of Walter Mitty that’s always stuck with me:
“To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, draw closer, to find each other and to feel. That is the purpose of life.”
It’s been echoing in my mind this week — not because any of us are scaling mountains or diving into volcanoes (although the Saturday at PGL was as painful!), but because schools are, in their own way, miniature versions of that same adventure. A thousand small stories unfolding — children growing in confidence, friendships deepening, courage being quietly built lesson by lesson, playtime by playtime.
And in the background, we — the grown-ups — keep steady. We adjust the sails. We respond to the unexpected. We guide gently, patiently. And sometimes, like Walter Mitty, we learn that the most extraordinary adventures don’t always look like adventures at all.
In the playground. In the lunch hall. In a child finally putting their hand up. In the moment someone says sorry. In letting go at the gates and trusting what’s to come.
It’s not always loud. But it matters.
So this week, thank you — for being part of it.
Let’s keep showing up. Keep drawing closer. And, as Coldplay once put it, keep living the adventure of a lifetime.
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We’ve had an absolutely fantastic time at the PGL residential! The benefits of this experience are endless—building confidence, teamwork, and resilience, all while having tons of fun. The kids were simply amazing, tackling every challenge with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. A huge shout-out to the staff for their unwavering support and energy, and to the incredible PGL team who made the experience unforgettable. I’ve set up a gallery on our website so you can relive some of these magical moments.
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Young Voices Sign Up Form 2026
I am pleased to confirm that once again, St. George’s will be attending Young Voices this academic year, with the concert due to take place on Friday 13th February, 2026 at the Manchester CO Op Arena (more details will follow).
We will be running the choir after school club every Monday from 3:15pm – 4:15pm, beginning on Monday 6th October 2025. The choir is open to children in Years 4, 5 and 6. If your child would like to participate, please fill out the questions below. Submit your answers over the weekend and certainly by 9.00am on Monday 29th September 2025. I will confirm places by the end of Monday 29th September.
Please note, places are limited and completing the form does not automatically guarantee a place on the choir. We will work on a first come basis whilst also considering previous years’ participation in the choir.
Please scan the code above or click on this link
https://forms.office.com/e/Rm0ssxkHgU
We ask that if your child does have a place, they are committed to coming every week and are able to attend the concert – we also require informing of absence if they are unable to make the rehearsal. If your child for some reason is unable to attend, please simply inform Sharon on the school phone line (I really appreciate your help with this).
More information can be found from the website.
https://www.youngvoices.co.uk
Please contact myself, Rob Horne, if you have any further queries at:
r.horne@st-georges.lancs.sch.uk
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Muddy Monday – Monday 30th September
As part of our continuing work on the school grounds, we're inviting all children to take part in Muddy Monday on 30th September — a whole-school effort to help prepare our outdoor spaces for the colder months ahead. It’s a practical, purposeful day… and we’d love your support!
All children are encouraged to come dressed in old, weatherproof clothes (scruffs welcome!) and to bring along field kits if they have them — including gloves, trowels, small spades or buckets. Wheelbarrows and adult help are also very welcome! We’ll be clearing, planting, lifting, digging and getting properly mucky — so please dress for the elements.
Events like this are a brilliant reminder of how much we can achieve together, and how much pride the children take in their school environment. Thank you, in advance, for your support — we can’t wait to get stuck in.
Parents more than welcome to join and help!
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School admissions now open
If your child is in their last year of pre-school/nursery you can now apply for their primary school place at: www.lancashire.gov.uk/schools
It's quick and easy to do and you will receive email confirmation of your application.
You must apply even if you already have siblings in school. If you live in Lancashire you can include out of area preferences on your online application.
The closing date for primary applications for next September is 23:59 on 15 January 2026.
Please also see the admissions page from the school website for additional details.
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A Note on Attendance and Leave Requests
As you may be aware, there have been national changes to how schools handle unauthorised absences. These changes — which have been in effect for 12 months now — reduce our ability to use discretion when it comes to authorising time off. We’ll always share the latest guidance, and you’ll find a summary of the new rules included in this newsletter.
That said, I want to reassure you: my door is always open. I’ll always try to work with you, not against you. I’d much rather have honest conversations than awkward stand-offs. We ask, please, that you don’t ask children to cover for adult decisions — it puts them in an uncomfortable position and teaches them the wrong lesson about truth and trust. If something’s going on, just let us know. We’ll do our best to listen, support and advise.
Above all, please keep attendance as high as possible, and remember to call in if your child is absent. Every day in school really does matter — and together, we’re giving them the best chance to thrive.
My thanks, as always,
Andy
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 | 24 Sep 2025 Its Wednesday - im Friday tired! But the classroom are alive with joy, fun and hope x |
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Help Us Help More Children — Pupil Premium Sign‑Up
You may already know that eligible families can sign up for Free School Meals / Pupil Premium, which unlocks extra support and funding for children’s learning, resources, and opportunities. Even if your child already brings a packed lunch, has a universal free school meal if theyre in the infants, you might qualify — and signing up means the school receives vital financial support to boost books, enrichment, interventions, and more. You can find full details and the application process via Lancashire County Council’s website:
Free School Meals & Pupil Premium
If you think you might be eligible, please do apply. And if you have concerns or questions (process, confidentiality, impact), come and talk to me or the office — we’re here to help. Together, we can make sure every child has access to what they need to thrive.
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🎉 Thank You for Your Uniform Donations! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who has kindly donated to our Uniform Shed — your generosity has been amazing! Thanks to your support, the shed is now fully stocked and ready for families to help themselves whenever needed.
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For now, we kindly ask that you pause any further donations as we have everything we need at the moment. We’ll be sure to let you know as soon as we’re ready to accept more.
Thank you again for your continued support — it really does make a difference!
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Hey everyone!
Guess what? There's this totally awesome thing called Easy Funding that's like a superhero for our school! 🌟 It's like having a magic piggy bank that never stops filling up! Every time you shop for cool stuff or munch on your favourite snacks, a part of what you spend can go right back into our school – without you having to do anything extra! 🛍️🍪
It's super easy peasy lemon squeezy! Just sign up, choose our school, and start shopping! You can buy the trendiest flip flops Mr P, or the latest video games, and BAM! You're helping us get new playtime equipment or some funky art supplies we all love so much. So, let's make our school the best hangout spot ever by using Easy Funding.
Tell your family, tell your dog (okay, maybe not your dog 😆), and let's get those funds rolling in! Go team!
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.jpeg) | 04 Sep 2025 Do you want a school that prepares children for their future, not our past? Child ready to start September 2026? |
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As we wrap up this week, here’s something to ponder:
Be brave.
Let the magic of confidence enter you quietly, and strengthen you.
Trust your grown-ups. Trust yourself.
And remember — you’re not being pushed forward. You’re stepping up.
To all our children:
Keep wondering. Keep trying. Keep going.
And to our parents — thank you, always, for walking this road with us.
See you next week.
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