Latest Parent Letters (3)
School Closures
If the school is closed for any emergency reason, we will send a text message and an email message to all the parent/carer details that we hold on our student records. It is therefore very important that you keep us up to date with any changes to your mobile phone number or email address. Information will also be available on the school’s website and an answerphone message will be left on the main telephone number (0161 861 9727). In addition, for short notice closures due to severe weather, local radio stations will be informed.
Requesting Information
If you would like a paper copy of any information published on this website please contact the school.
Parent View
An online questionnaire for you to give your view about this school at any time of the year. At the time of an Ofsted inspection, parents are also invited to give inspectors their views using Parent View.
Parents and Carers
Welcome to our Parents and Carers section, which aims to provide you with everything you need all in one central place.
Transition (September 2020)
Ensuring our new students have the smoothest transition possible is something we value very strongly, and we are already looking in to ways we can stay in touch with your child before starting with us in September.
ParentPay and The Shop
As of September 2017 we changed the way we accept payments for School Meals, Trips and Events. Payments are only accepted online via the ParentPay website or by cash at a PayPoint at local retailers*. Cash is no longer accepted in school for these items.
SIMS Parent App
An easy way to keep track of your daughter’s progress in school.
eSafety at Whalley Range
We believe that the use of ICT is an essential part of education in the 21st century. The Internet and other digital information technologies are powerful tools, which open up new opportunities for everyone.
Is your Child Entitled to Free School Meals?
We encourage all parents/carers to check if their child is entitled to FSM (Free School Meals). Being registered for free school meals benefits the student and the school.
Who to Contact
Key contact information for parents and carers to help you find the right person to deal with your query.Attendance Information for Parents/Carers
Important information for Parents/Carers regarding attendance and punctuality, including procedures, timetables and expectations.
Extra Curricular Activities
Our staff put on a wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities throughout the school year. Please take a look at the timetables on this page to see what students can get involved in this academic year.Gambling-like Risks in Games
Understanding gambling-like risks in games this Christmas – a family guide by Parent Zone.
Holidays Abroad
Many families plan holidays or heritage trips abroad and take their children with them in school holidays. Please take a look at this advice for parents/carers when travelling abroad.Keeping Safe Against Radicalisation and Extremism
Information on how to keep children and young people safe against radicalisation and extremism, with useful links for further support.
Our Pass – FREE Bus Travel for 16-18 year Olds
Our Pass is a UK first, a 2 year project that offers 16-18 year olds free bus travel on all local bus services across Greater Manchester, making it easier to access education, work, training, culture and leisure opportunities in the city/region.Parent Letters
An archive of our latest parent letters for you to download.Policies
Our policies aim to provide parents/careers, staff, and students with clear information about the organisation and ethos of Whalley Range 11-18 High School. These policies help us to work together to do the best for those in our care.
PSHRE Curriculum Information for Parents/Carers
We pride ourselves on the provision of a broad and balanced curriculum offer. We are in the fortunate position of already providing a comprehensive Personal, Social, Health and Relationships Education (PSHRE) to all of our young people.
Revision and Exam Information
Important revision and exam information for students and parents/carers of students who are in Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.School Bus Service 2019/20
Please note: The 733 bus service is being re-routed with effect from Monday 27th January 2020.
School Uniform
Whalley Range 11-18 High School students should be smart and business-like. Please ensure that your child is appropriately dressed for school.
The New GCSEs and Grading System
Information from the Department for Education about the new GCSEs and their grading system.
The School Day
A complete timetable of the school day and after school timings.
