Heanor Gate has been a specialist science college since 2002. The school has also been designated as a High Performing Specialist School and we have recently been awarded a second specialism in vocational studies. We are currently the lead school in the area for the new Diploma in IT.

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In the most recent OFSTED inspection the school was judged to be good with outstanding features. Read the report below.

 
 Morrison's 'Let's Grow'
Vouchers
Almost 2500 vouchers were sent in. These have been exchanged for a wormery, gardening gloves & tools and a range of plants and seeds.
Thank you for your help in improving our school grounds
 Think about the Environment 
 Visit Generation Green to find out how parents, teachers and students can  help improve the environment.
Targets for 2010 include reducing energy use in school and encouraging environmentally friendly travel including walking, cycling, buses and car sharing.
 
 
Latest News & Information 

NewsflashNEWSFLASH : School is now open as normal. Thank you for your support and patience over the last couple of weeks.

NewsflashInters Youth Club will now take place in the Green Room at Shipley Park on 16th March.
The D of E group will meet in L1 on Tuesday 3-5pm for the next few weeks. There will be additional meetings on Thursday 11th & 18th March 3-4pm to catch up.
 
Newsflash We are now collecting Tesco 'For Schools and Clubs' vouchers. Please hand in any vouchers to reception or students reception.
 
Newsflash
Year 7 Residential Trip will take place from 19th-21st April.
 
Newsflash*NEW for 2010* : Maths Club : Starting Weds 10th March. 3.00-3.30pm in E9. Open to Y7-9
 
NewsflashTranquility Beauty Salon : New Opening Times Available : Mother's Day Special Offer - have a facial get a manicure half price!
 
 
China Trip
The group have arrived safely in China and are having a great time.
 
Visit their website for the latest pictures and information about what they have been doing.
 
 
 
Big Vote
The 2010 Big Vote will be taking place to select someone to represent Heanor Gate students within Derbyshire.
 
Students will have the opportunity to vote between 22-26th March.
 
Visit the Big Vote Amber Valley webpage to find out who you can vote for...
 
School Orchard
The money raised from recycling  has paid for five fruit trees. Thanks to the Construction  group for helping to plant these. Our Morrison's rewards have also arrived so there will be plenty to do at gardening club on Wednesdays after half term. If you have expertise in growing veg or making compost please contact Mrs Ward to advise us!
 
Useful Links for Parents
 
 
 
Useful Information

'Routes Ahead' is available
online to help students choose
their options for Year 10, or plan which courses to study after Year 11. Visit the Careers & Life Skills page for more advice and information

Log on to the e-mail system

Students & staff can also  reach their workspace at home using

Remote Access Helpsheet

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