On Thursday 12th December 2024, Calday Grange Grammar School hosted a highly successful Year 8 Mandarin Excellence Programme (MEP) Intensive Learning Day, where students immersed themselves in the Chinese language and culture. The event brought together students from Calday Grange Grammar School, St John Plessington Catholic College, and Shevington High School, fostering a collaborative and…
Today we welcomed Pierce from Futbol Lingo, who delivered an inspiring day of activities centred around the connection between football and languages. Pierce, a multilingual football coach currently working with Burnley FC, spoke to students in Years 8 to 10. He shared his unique career journey and highlighted the significant role that language skills played…
A group of students recently returned from an unforgettable trip along the ancient Silk Road, visiting the historic cities of Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara. These iconic destinations, steeped in history and culture, provided the perfect backdrop for an immersive learning experience. The journey began in Tashkent, where students not only explored the rich heritage of…
From October 13th to October 27th, 19 eager students embarked on an unforgettable adventure as they participated in the annual China exchange trip. Under the guidance of Mr. Gray and Mrs. Gan, these students had the opportunity to explore the captivating cities of Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Beijing, as well as the surrounding towns and villages….
A group of students ranging from Year 9 to Year 13 delve into the rich world of Russian studies. In light of current travel restrictions, the school has crafted a unique trip to Georgia, an ex-Soviet Republic, offering students an immersive experience into Russian culture. The journey has taken these young explorers to a diverse…
During the half term, the British Council Chinese Speaking Competition of the UK hosted an online ceremony and announced the prizes in the 2022 speaking competition. The competition represents the main event in the subject, and the best Chinese speakers in UK secondary schools participate and compete for the prizes. All candidates will first qualify…
To celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival on September 30th, the Year 7 & Year 8 MEP pupils enjoyed a Chinese “Bubble-Tea” taster session, which also included a lecture on the meaning and significance of Mid-Autumn Festival and a demonstration on how to make your own Bubble-Tea. The pupils were also able to complete their Chinese…