Every week I send out via parentmail a Headteacher’s Bulletin to all students, parents, staff and governors with the latest news, important notices, and exciting opportunities around the Milton Keynes area. The current bulletin is set out for you below along with previous bulletins from this term.
16 October Headteacher’s Bulletin
Dear Parent/Carer
I hope you and your families are keeping well and had a good week.
Annual Parent Survey 2026-2026
We are pleased to let you know that our Parent Survey is now open. This is an important opportunity for you to share your views about our school and help us continue to improve the education and experiences we provide for all our students. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to complete the survey. It should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. The deadline for completion of this survey is Monday 9th November 2025. Please use the link here – Denbigh Parent Survey 2026 – Fill in form
Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher Drop In
We have our first Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher Drop In on Wednesday 21st October from 3.30pm – 4.30pm. This is a chance for parents to speak directly with myself or a Deputy Headteacher. If you would like a slot then please email my PA, Mrs Jessop, on jessops@Denbigh.net with a brief description of the topic of conversation and she will allocate you a slot. We cannot guarantee which member of staff you will be allocated.
Medication on Enrichment Day
I would like to remind parents/carers about the importance of students bringing in their own medication for our Enrichment Day coming up on Tuesday 20th October. If your child is going on an external trip and has a medical condition requiring medication, it is vital that they bring this with them on Tuesday morning. Failure to do so may result in them not being able to go.
House Council Elections
This week students have been campaigning to stand for House and School Council. We always keen to promote democracy and leadership here at Denbigh so it has been brilliant to see the creativity students have had behind their posters and videos. Students will get the opportunity to vote next week in tutorial or mentoring.
Social Media Warning
We would like to make you aware of a recent social media ‘scam’, where children are being asked to join a Snapchat group called ‘Prof for all’. Young people are being invited to join believing they then get £250 deposited in their account. This may be a pre cursor to grooming and exploitation, particularly linked to Lloyds and Halifax bank accounts. Please discuss these dangers with your child.
Food Practical lessons
When your child has a food practical lesson, please ensure they come to school with a suitable sized container to take their food home at the end of the lesson. Unfortunately the DT department do not have spare containers to hand out.
Scholastic Book Club
Our new Scholastic Book Club is up and running! Please visit https://clubs.scholastic.co.uk/C-2BK7BNCL to browse the latest books and place your orders online. For every £1 you spend on this month’s Book Club, our school will earn 20p in Scholastic Rewards. Please place your order online by December 3rd.
Spelling Bee 2026
I am pleased to announce that the House Champions will be hosting our annual Spelling Bee during the week commencing 2nd November. Students are encouraged to begin practicing the spellings provided in the booklet in preparation for the competition. The first round will take place during tutorial time, where students will complete a written spelling challenge. The highest-performing students from each tutor group will progress to the final, which will be held on Friday 6th November. In the final, students will be required to spell words aloud in front of an audience.
Flu Vaccinations
We held our first session of the Flu Vaccines on Wednesday 14th October. For any students that did not have this done Wednesday, the next session will be on Monday 2nd November.
Online University Sessions
Trinity College – University of Oxford are hosting 2 online sessions for anyone interested in going to University. The talks are on ‘A guide to university’ and ‘A guide to the University of Oxford and the application process’. Please refer to the information below for full details including how to book your place.
Student Success
Harrison, Year 8 competed in the AFMO Championships, it proved the most challenging event so far for him but through determination, resilience, and hard work, Harrison fought his way to success and was crowned champion. His next fight is in December, where he could earn himself a shot at the British title. We wish Harrison the very best of luck as he continues to achieve great things.
Denbigh Student performs at Milton Keynes Theatre
We shared some information with you about Rio, Year 7, performing in the UK tour of the Musical ‘Matilda’, there is a slight change in the dates that Rio is performing, please note: 13th November Rio is not performing. The rest of the dates are: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th & 12th November. There are still seats available should you wish to show your support.
Word of the Week
This week’s word of the week is ‘symmetry’ meaning something has the same shape, pattern, or arrangement on both sides of a line, around a point, or in different directions.
For example: The butterfly’s wings showed perfect symmetry, with both sides looking almost identical.
Book Recommendations
Please see the attached recommendation for next week.
Coming up next week
Monday 19th October – Year 11 & 12 Progress reports available
Tuesday 20th October – Enrichment Day
Wednesday 21st October-Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher Drop In-by appointment
Wednesday 21st October – Talent Show, 6pm- 8pm
Friday 23rd October – Year 11 Futures Day
Friday 23rd October – School Closes for Half Term
Have a great weekend
Kind regards
Mr A Steed
Headteacher
