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Year 10 Information Hub
Welcome to the dedicated Year 10 information area for parents.
Year 10 marks the exciting and challenging start of Key Stage 4 and GCSE/BTEC courses. The focus shifts towards preparing for final examinations, developing effective study habits, and engaging with more complex subject matter. Our Year 10 team is committed to supporting students as they navigate the increased academic demands.
This page provides key information on courses, assessments, and resources to help your child succeed in this crucial first year of their KS4 journey.
Year 10: Starting Key Stage 4 and Rigour
- Successful Start to GCSEs/BTECs: Engaging fully with new Key Stage 4 courses and their specific requirements.
- Academic Rigour: Adapting to the increased depth, pace, and complexity of examination courses.
- Developing Study Skills: Learning and applying effective revision techniques and independent study habits.
- Time Management: Balancing the workload across multiple examination subjects.
- Careers and Work Experience: Engaging with careers guidance and potentially preparing for/undertaking work experience.
Understanding School Values and Expectations:
Learning to embody our Qualities of Success and apply our SCHOLAR Habits daily.
Parental Information and Useful Links:
Term Dates 2025-2026
Autumn Term |
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| Staff only | Monday 1st September 2025 INSET (School closed to students.) Tuesday 2nd September 2025 INSET (School closed to students.) |
| Term starts | Wednesday 3rd September 2025 (All students return to school.) |
| Half term holiday | Monday 27th October - Friday 31st October 2025 |
| Staff only | Thursday 20th November 2025 INSET (School closed to students.) |
| Staff only | Friday 21st November 2025 INSET (School closed to students.) |
| Term ends | Friday 19th December 2025 |
| Christmas holiday | Monday 22nd December 2025 - Friday 2nd January 2026 |
Spring Term |
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| Staff only | Monday 5th January 2026 - INSET (School closed to students.) |
| Term starts | Tuesday 6th January 2026 (Students return to school.) |
| Half term holiday | Monday 16th February - Friday 20th February 2026 |
| Term ends | Thursday 2nd April 2026 |
| Easter holiday | Friday 3rd April - Friday 17th April 2026 |
Summer Term |
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| Term starts | Monday 20th April 2026 (Students return to school.) |
| May Day Bank Holiday | Monday 4th May 2026 |
| Half term holiday | Monday 25th May - Friday 29th May 2026 |
| Term ends | Friday 17th July 2026 |
| Monday 20th July 2026 - INSET (Disaggregated - school closed to staff and students.) Tuesday 21st July 2026 - INSET (Disaggregated - school closed to staff and students.) |
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Our Chorlton High uniform unites everyone, building a strong sense of belonging that helps every student feel connected as a vital part of our school community.
School Uniform:
- White buttoned shirt tucked in at all times.
- Black, full length school trousers (We do not accept chinos, jeans, Jean material, skinny jeans or leggings) or
- CHS logo branded skirt. (Two styles available to choose from. Please note skirt's length should be a maximum of 2” above the knee or 4” below the knee.)
- Plain black shoes or all black trainers (No white or coloured soles/rim/logos).
- Plain black socks/plain black opaque tights.
- Blazer with embroidered CHS logo - This is compulsory for Year 7-9 and optional for Years 10 and 11.
- Black jumper/cardigan with our embroidered CHS logo. This is compulsory for Years 10 and 11 if they choose not to wear a blazer and optional for students in Years 7-9.
PE Kit:
- T-shirt - black with embroidered CHS logo.
- Shorts - black shorts with CHS embroidered logo or
- Jogging pants - black with CHS embroidered logo.
- Socks - black football socks.
- Sports top/Training top - black with CHS embroidered logo - Please note that these items are not compulsory.
School Tie:
Year 10 - Next Steps for KS4 Success 2025
Summer Term Progress Test Information for Students
Year 10 Exams assess students on their learning from within the curriculum. The document link below provides a list of key focusses for students to structure their revision and study at home in preparation. Class teachers will guide students through specific aspects of each Exam assessment taking place.
Year 10 Summer Exam Information
The document link below provides dates, times and further information for Year 10 Summer Exams 2025.
| Year 10 Home Learning Plans |
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| Year 10 Home Learning Plan Autumn 1 |
| Year 10 Home Learning Plan Autumn 2 |
| Year 10 Home Learning Plan Spring 1 |
| Year 10 Home Learning Plan Spring 2 |
| Year 10 Foundations |
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| Chorlton High School Year 10 Foundations for Key Stage 4 Success 2024 |
Home Learning: Success Beyond the Classroom
Home Learning is vital for student success throughout their 5-year Learning Journey with us!
It helps build essential skills like getting organised and time management – empowering students to become confident, independent learners.
What It Is and Why It Matters
Home Learning is work set by our teachers for students to complete outside of regular lesson time, and usually involve independent working.
These tasks are carefully planned as a key part of the curriculum designed to help students to:
- Understand topics more deeply
- Improve your results
- Develop great study habits for the future
Where to Do Home Learning
Think 'work smarter'!
While often done at home, students don't always have to do it there. Sometimes it's better or easier to complete tasks at school, especially if they:
- Need school resources (like computers, books, or equipment)
- Find it easier to focus away from home distractions
We have spaces and support available in school to help all of our students succeed with Home Learning.
For further information and resources, please CLICK the link below to be directed to our main Home Learning page.
Year 10 - Next Steps for KS4 Success 2025
CLICK HERE to download our latest Extra Curricular Offer Booklet
Get Involved: Extra-Curricular Activities!
Learning at Chorlton High goes far beyond the classroom!
We offer a wide range of exciting, high-quality extra-curricular clubs and activities (often called 'enrichment'). These are a vital and fun part of school life.
Why Join In?
Our aim is to help students become confident, resilient, well-rounded citizens ready for the world.
Participating in these activities helps you to:
- Build confidence and discover new talents
- Develop personally and socially
- Make new friends
- Explore interests and deepen your learning
Try Something New!
We encourage every student to join at least one extra activity.
It's a fantastic way to have fun, contribute to our school community, and enrich your whole Learning Journey at Chorlton High School!