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Immersive Music Experience - Beat of the Nation

Immersive Music Experience - Beat of the Nation

Published: 30 January 2026

Today S9 attended an immersive music experience by the British Army at Bolton Albert Halls. Here the students had an opportunity to explore some real army uniform…
Training Teachers of the Future

Training Teachers of the Future

Published: 23 January 2026

This morning, Newfield was delighted to host the National Institute of Teaching (NioT) for a virtual visit, welcoming approximately 160 trainee teachers, alongside their tutors and other associates, via a Microsoft Teams call. Our Assistant Head Teacher, Katrina Heywood, was invited to lead the session as the keynote speaker, sharing her knowledge and expertise in high-quality SEND practice…
Emily's Mini Farm comes to Newfield

Emily's Mini Farm comes to Newfield

Published: 21 January 2026

This morning we welcomed Emily and family from ‘Emily’s mini farm’ as part of our Farm to Fork topic in Key Stage 3 this term. We had chickens, rabbits, tortoises, guinea pigs and dwarf hamsters in the school hall. We had the opportunity to feel the soft fur, feathers or hard shells…
Students At Space

Students At Space

Published: 04 December 2025

Today 4 students from TG1 had an amazing time at the Space centre in Preston. They were in the newly refurbished ‘Space 1’ and the girls were very impressed! There were bubble tubes, ball pits, water beds, infinity mirrors and light games to name a few…
Blackpool Zoo Trip

Blackpool Zoo Trip

Published: 08 July 2025

Students and staff from TG1, TG2 and S1 enjoyed a trip to Blackpool Zoo yesterday. For the TG students this was part of working towards their DofE award…
Sports Week - Dodge Ball

Sports Week - Dodge Ball

Published: 07 July 2025

This week we are celebrating sports week with lots of activities going on throughout school. To get us in the mood, last Friday, a team of 8 KS3 pupils went to Broadfield School to participate in a dodgeball session. First we practised our throwing and catching skills before…
Post 16 Residential 2025 - day 3

Post 16 Residential 2025 - day 3

Published: 25 June 2025

The group had breakfast and then packed up with heavy bags but light hearts. The morning was all about conquering heights—students tackled the high ropes and…
Post 16 Residential 2025 - day 2

Post 16 Residential 2025 - day 2

Published: 24 June 2025

It was wet today but the rain didn’t dampen our spirits! We sheltered in the magical trees of Whinlatter Forest, exploring outdoor play zones and…
Post 16 Residential 2025 - day 1

Post 16 Residential 2025 - day 1

Published: 23 June 2025

The adventure for our post 16 students kicked off with a scenic stop at Rheged for lunch, followed by check-in and a gorgeous Lakeside Walk. Some brave students dipped into the chilly water…
Post 16 Residential 2025

Post 16 Residential 2025

Published: 23 June 2025

Today our post 16 students set off for day 1 of their residential. They all turned up with suitcases, bags or rucksacks full of clothes for any weather - who knows whether it will be hot or raining?! Craig from the site team checked the bus over, and then having loaded…
Inter-Schools Athletics Competition at Broadfield Special School

Inter-Schools Athletics Competition at Broadfield Special School

Published: 20 June 2025

What an amazing day we had today at the Inter-Schools Athletics Competition at Broadfield Special School over in Burnley! Our children took part in 12 brilliant activities - from javelin, hockey, tennis, and long jump to…
Visit to Stonyhurst 2025

Visit to Stonyhurst 2025

Published: 18 June 2025

Every Thursday, our friends from Stonyhurst College come to join us in wheelchair dancing, building relationships and learning about inclusion. As a reciprocal visit, every year during the summer term some of our younger children with their staff go to visit the beautiful…
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