Autumn Term 2020- Covid-19

We are delighted that NHSG is now open fully to all of our pupils every day.

I realise that the reopening of school brings mixed emotions; we are extremely pleased that there is a return to some level of normality and relief that the girls will be able to come into school for face to face lessons, and spend time with their peers.  I also recognise that some parents and girls may feel anxious about their return.

Our meticulous approach to following Government and GDST Health and Safety guidelines will give parents at NHSG confidence that we are doing all that we can to make our school as safe as possible.

I also want to let you know that our pastoral team will be supporting the girls through this time, and providing help wherever needed.

At NHSG, we will continue to deliver an outstanding education irrespective of the circumstances.  I very much hope that all pupils will be able to be in school for the whole term and beyond, but we are also prepared for every eventuality including any local or national lockdowns that we may be faced with.  If either of these scenarios were to happen we know that we can move seamlessly into our Guided Home Learning programme which ensured NHSG girls maintained their learning and progress throughout the school-closure period from March to July.

We embrace and acknowledge the challenges the current situation brings and are all very much looking forward to the 2020/21 academic year.

With my best wishes

Michael Tippett
Head

Prospective parents

Our admissions team is still available for you to contact, please click here for more information.

Current parents

Start of Autumn Term 2020 arrangements issued 1st September

Letter from Mr Tippett

Question and Answers on opening of Junior School

Question and Answers on opening of Senior School

Updated Question and Answers on opening of Senior School

Junior School Pupil Absence Guide

Senior School Pupil Absence Guide

• Read what you need to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) on Public Health England’s website here.
• You can also visit the NHS website for full information about coronavirus, including answers to common questions.
• This is a useful advice sheet if your child is unwell in any way during the outbreak.
•  Mental health as well as physical health is also critical and this link provides support and guidance on looking after children and young people during the coronavirus outbreak.
• This Healthy Schools Newcastle document provides a summary of helpful resources to support children and young people
• Action for Children is offering free online parent support for families with children age 0 – 19
• Access the Positive Project Managing Your Mind Programme through Firefly
• This is a helpful resource for talking to your children about growing up and puberty from Newcastle City Council