<![CDATA[Queen’s Park High School News Feed - Latest News ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D162%26amp%3Bnid%3D2 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:54:15 GMT Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:54:15 GMT <![CDATA[ Changes to holiday support for families ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=340 From April 2026 schools will no longer be provided with funding to provide vouchers for school holidays for parents/carers of students in receipt of free school meals. Support is continuing. However, the way support is accessed will change from April 2026 and families will be supported to apply through the Crisis and Resilience Fund.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:06:00 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=340 <![CDATA[ Multilingual skills open doors ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=339 Industry experts highlight the importance of languages in the world of work to Year 9.

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:43:38 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=339 <![CDATA[ Get Caught Reading! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=337 Our latest school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the link or selecting the full-screen view on the image below. This issue is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the last term. 

We hope you enjoy catching up on all our latest news and discovering the incredible opportunities our students have experienced over the past term. Happy reading!

]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:23:57 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=337 <![CDATA[ Live on Dee Radio! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=338 Did you hear our exciting radio feature about Oliver!?

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:42:34 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=338 <![CDATA[ Parent Governor Vacancies ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=275 We are currently looking for two Parent Governors to join our ambitious governing body.

]]> Tue, 3 Feb 2026 12:05:31 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=275 <![CDATA[ Headteacher's Blog ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=336 Mr Kearns' end of term letter to Parents and Carers.

]]> Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:40:39 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=336 <![CDATA[ Christmas Concert ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=335 Get ready to step into the festive season! Come along to our annual Christmas Concert which is guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit!

]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:28:34 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=335 <![CDATA[ Lionesses bring home the silver ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=334 Year 7 win runners-up medals

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:12:07 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=334 <![CDATA[ Tickets on sale now! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=333 Tickets on sale now for Oliver! Get ready to be transported back to Victorian England and follow the gripping story of orphan, Oliver Twist as he escapes a workhouse and navigates the criminal underworld of London, encountering characters like Fagin, the Artful Dodger, and Bill Sikes, in this classic Dickensian musical!

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:42:54 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=333 <![CDATA[ Sixth Form Open Evening ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=331 Want to join a vibrant, welcoming and successful school and continue your studies with the support of a dedicated and experienced team of staff? Don't miss our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 23rd October 2025; 6.00pm-8.00pm and discover how we can help you achieve your ambitions. 

]]> Mon, 3 Nov 2025 15:27:06 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=331 <![CDATA[ Open Evening 2025 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=330 A thriving Community where every child shines

We are delighted to welcome prospective students and their families to our upcoming Open Evening on Wednesday 17th September at 6.00pm-8.00pm. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience first-hand the energy, ambition, and warmth of a high-performing school.

]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:27:01 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=330 <![CDATA[ Special Edition School Magazine ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=329 Our latest school magazine is out now and can be viewed by clicking on the image below. This issue is literally bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the last term. 

We hope you enjoy catching up on all our latest news and discovering the incredible opportunities our students have experienced over the past term. Happy reading!

]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:17:34 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=329 <![CDATA[ Raising the bar! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=328 Queen’s Park High School is delighted to celebrate another year of outstanding GCSE results, with our Year 11 students continuing to raise the bar and build on the school’s upward trend in academic excellence. This year’s results are a true testament to the hard work, determination, and resilience of our students, supported every step of the way by our dedicated staff and families.

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:44:39 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=328 <![CDATA[ Sixth Form Success ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=327 Queen's Park High School celebrates another year of outstanding Sixth Form results.

]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2025 14:41:33 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=327 <![CDATA[ Headteacher's Blog ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=326 As we approach the end of another academic year, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on what has been a truly successful and memorable year for our school community.

]]> Tue, 8 Jul 2025 12:59:19 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=326 <![CDATA[ Year 13 Leavers' Prom ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=325 A Night to Remember - Year 13 Leavers' Prom at Queens Hotel Chester

]]> Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:52:22 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=325 <![CDATA[ Scholarship Success! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=324 Aditya Awarded Reading List Scholarship.

We are delighted to share the fantastic news that Aditya in Year 13 has been awarded this year’s Reading List Scholarship from The Reading List Foundation.

]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:43:29 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=324 <![CDATA[ Quiz Night ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=322 Gather your friends, bring your A-game and see if you've got what it takes to outsmart the teachers and become this year's ultimate QPHS quiz champions!

]]> Mon, 19 May 2025 16:13:17 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=322 <![CDATA[ Spring Term School Magazine ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=321 Our latest school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the link below the image. This issue is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the Spring Term. 

We hope you enjoy catching up on all our latest news and discovering the incredible opportunities our students have experienced over the past term. Happy reading!

]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:05:11 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=321 <![CDATA[ Adventure of a lifetime! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=319 Three schools unite for a life-changing trip to Japan this July!

]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:17:19 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=319 <![CDATA[ The V Factor ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=320 We're excited to announce - The V Factor is back!

]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:16:48 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=320 <![CDATA[ Read all about it! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=317 Our latest school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the link or the image below. This issue is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the Autumn Term. 

We hope you enjoy catching up on all our latest news and discovering the incredible opportunities our students have experienced over the past term. Happy reading!

]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:29:28 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=317 <![CDATA[ We're live on Chester's Dee Radio! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=318 Did you hear our exciting radio feature on our upcoming school production – Ghost: The Musical?

]]> Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:15:05 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=318 <![CDATA[ GHOST The Musical ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=316 It's SHOWTIME at Queen's Park High School as we reach the final stage of rehearsals for this year's much anticipated production: Ghost The Musical (School Edition).

]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:25:06 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=316 <![CDATA[ Headteacher's Blog ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=315 As we approach the end of this half term, I would like to thank you for all of your continued support as we work together as a school community, and provide you with some information on what is happening over the coming few weeks.

]]> Mon, 9 Dec 2024 12:59:42 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=315 <![CDATA[ Supporting those in need ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=314 Can you help to support your local food bank and share a gift of kindness to those local people in crisis this Christmas? 

]]> Fri, 6 Dec 2024 13:06:15 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=314 <![CDATA[ Christmas Concert 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=313 Feel the ambience and get into the festive spirit when you come and join us at a stunning local venue to see our talented students perform in our School Christmas Concert on Wednesday 18th December 2024. 

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:35:50 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=313 <![CDATA[ Sixth Form Open Evening 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=312 Want to join a vibrant, welcoming and successful school and continue your studies with the support of a dedicated and experienced team of staff? Don't miss our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 24th October 2024; 6.30pm-8.00pm and discover how we can help you achieve your ambitions. 

]]> Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:18:39 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=312 <![CDATA[ Special Edition Newsletter Sept 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=311 Our special edition school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the link or  image below. This special edition is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the Summer Term. 

We hope you enjoy catching up on our latest news and sharing all our students' achievements and successes - happy reading!

Special Edition School Magazine - Summer Term 2024
]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:59:20 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=311 <![CDATA[ African Adventures ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=310 Charity Mission to Ghana 2024 - Life changing trip

]]> Fri, 13 Sep 2024 16:38:12 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=310 <![CDATA[ Open Evening 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=309 Discover the excellence at Queen's Park High School and why we are the proud winners of the 'School of the Year' Standard Education Awards 2024. We are excited to invite Year 5 and Year 6 children and their families into Queen's Park High School for this year's Open Evening on  Wednesday 18th September 2024 from 6.00pm - 8.00pm.

]]> Wed, 9 Oct 2024 10:43:54 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=309 <![CDATA[ GCSE Results 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=308 We are celebrating another year of academic excellence as our Year 11 students receive fantastic GCSE results, with 21% of all grades achieved being 9-7 (A*-A)!

]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2024 13:48:23 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=308 <![CDATA[ Year 13 Results Day 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=307 2024 is an exciting year for us at Queen's Park High School as we celebrate our Year 13 examination results, with a record numbers of students achieving A*-A and A*-B grades at A-Level. Students’ attainment in facilitating subjects is excellent, with more students than ever achieving As and Bs in these courses - these are subjects which are most commonly preferred by universities to access degree courses.

]]> Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:53:11 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=17&nid=3&storyid=307 <![CDATA[ No Outsiders Day ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=306 We are all different and we know that this is something that should be celebrated!
The 'No Outsiders' programme educates children about diversity within our communities and addresses issues such as sexism, ageism, race and different types of families.

]]> Mon, 1 Jul 2024 17:14:59 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=306 <![CDATA[ Students set to perform at The National Theatre ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=304 We are thrilled to announce that students from Queen's Park High School have been chosen to perform on the Dorfman stage at the National Theatre in London. A group of aspiring Year 9 and 10 drama students will stage 'Age is Revolting' by Abi Zakarian on Thursday 27th June 2024, following their standout performance at The Lyceum Theatre in Crewe during the Easter holidays in April.

]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:41:42 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=304 <![CDATA[ Spring Term Magazine 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=300 Read all about it!

Our latest school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the image or downloading the document below. This edition is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the Spring Term. 

We hope you enjoy catching up on our latest news and sharing all our students' achievements and successes - happy reading!

]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:59:42 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=300 <![CDATA[ May Half Term Revision ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=301 Our students matter to us. During the May Half Term our teaching staff will be giving up their holiday to put on additional revision sessions for Year 11 and Year 13, so they can be the best they can be for their summer exams.

]]> Tue, 21 May 2024 14:51:16 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=301 <![CDATA[ Easter Revision Sessions ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=299 Our students matter to us. This Easter our staff are giving up their holiday to put on additional revision sessions for Year 11 and Year 13, so they can be the best they can be for their summer exams.

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:45:27 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=299 <![CDATA[ We're live on Dee Radio! ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=297 Did you hear Toby and Millie's interview with Gavin Matthews on Chester's Dee Radio this morning?

]]> Wed, 7 Feb 2024 16:01:09 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=297 <![CDATA[ Popstars: The 90's Musical ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=296 Dig out those scrunchies and get ready to ‘Spice Up Your Life‘, because you really ‘Can’t Touch This‘! Excitement is building as we approach the final stages of rehearsals to transport you back to the 90's in what is set to be yet another incredible school production at Queen's Park High School.

]]> Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:11:39 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=296 <![CDATA[ Autumn Term 2023 Magazine ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=294 Our latest school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the link or opting for the full screen view via the image below. It's another bumper edition which is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the Autumn Term. We hope you enjoy catching up on our latest news and sharing all our students' achievements and successes - happy reading!

Queen's Park High School Magazine - Autumn Term 2023  
]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:41:31 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=294 <![CDATA[ PTA Quiz Night ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=295 Have you got what it takes to beat the teachers and become the next Queen’s Park High School Quiz Champions?

]]> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:06:07 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=295 <![CDATA[ Christmas Car Parking ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=292 Looking for somewhere safe, cheap and convenient to park over the Christmas holidays?

]]> Tue, 5 Dec 2023 12:29:08 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=292 <![CDATA[ Headteacher's blog ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=291 As we approach the end of this half term, I would like to thank you for all of your continued support as we work together as a school community, raising standards and transforming young peoples’ lives.

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:56:14 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=291 <![CDATA[ Spread the Joy ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=293 Support Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day and your local food bank on Thursday 7th December 2023

]]> Tue, 5 Dec 2023 12:27:27 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=293 <![CDATA[ Christmas Concert ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=290 Feel the ambience and get into the festive spirit when you come and join us at a brand new venue to see our talented students perform in our School Christmas Concert on Tuesday 19th December 2023. 

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:18:42 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=290 <![CDATA[ Sovereign Art Foundation Finalist ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=289 We are thrilled to announce that Year 13 art and design student, Annalise has been named as one of the finalists for the Sovereign Art Foundation Students Prize Chester, 2023! 

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:42:10 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=289 <![CDATA[ Charity Fashion Show ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=288 Shop high street fashion... for charity! We’re raising funds for our 2024 international charity mission to Ghana with a fashion show on Wednesday 29th November and hope parents/carers family and friends can come along to support this very worthy cause.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:22:22 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=288 <![CDATA[ Special Edition School Magazine ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=287 Our latest school magazine is out now and can be accessed by clicking on the link or opting for the full screen view via the image below. This special bumper issue is bursting with lots of exciting activities and events that have been happening at Queen's Park High School over the Summer Term and summer holidays. We hope you enjoy catching up on our latest news and sharing all our students' achievements and successes - happy reading!

Queen's Park High School Magazine - Special Edition 2023 
]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:13:38 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=287 <![CDATA[ Open Evening 2023 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=252 We are delighted to invite Year 5 and Year 6 children and their families into Queen's Park High School for this year's Open Evening which will be held on Thursday 28th September 2023 from 6pm - 8pm.

]]> Thu, 5 Oct 2023 17:07:03 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/news/?pid=162&nid=2&storyid=252