12 May 2023

"Swan-Bites" is a twice weekly bulletin that includes all general school communications, separated out into either All Pupils or specific Year Groups. If you have any comments/feedback about Swan-Bites please email enquiries@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

12 May 2023

All Pupils

Pupil Absence
Please contact us before 8.30 am on each day of absence/appointments. Absence is a safeguarding concern. Lack of notification results in a text alert querying why your child is absent. You can phone on 01489 892256, choosing Option 1, or email via:

Year7Absence@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Year8Absence@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Year9Absence@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Year10Absence@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Year11Absence@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Extractor System Failure

Unfortunately, our extraction system and gas interlocking systems in the main kitchen are still not functioning. Therefore, we still cannot cook main meals or Pasta King, but will continue to provide hot snacks such as sausage rolls, burgers, pizzas, etc next week. We will update you on the repair as soon as we have any additional information and apologise for the inconvenience.

Auto-Injector Pens Recall

We have been advised that The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency has issued a recall of Emerade 300 and 500 microgram adrenaline auto-injector pens (AAIs). If your child carries the Emerade brand of AAI, they should immediately contact their GP to get 2 replacement pens of a different brand - either EpiPen or Jext. Please make sure your child knows how to use their replacements, as each brand works differently.

SETA Workshop Taster Day

SETA are running a taster day for any pupils in Years 9, 10 or 11 who are interested in a career in engineering. For more information or to register your attendance, please see their website: SETA - NEWS - Latest from Southampton Engineering Training Association (setatraining.co.uk)

Year 7

There are no specific items for Year 7 only.

Year 8

There are no specific items for Year 8 only.

Year 9

There are no specific items for Year 9 only.

Year 10

Eastleigh College are holding an Open Event on Tuesday 13 June 2023 for Year 10 pupils who would like to have a look around the facilities and find out about their courses. Please see further details attached.

Eastleigh College Open Event.pdf

Year 11

GCSE Examinations commence on Monday 15 May and run until Wednesday 21 June. All timetables and arrangements have been sent by Mr Phillips. Good luck to all our Year 11 pupils!

As part of the Year 11 last day celebrations, pupils can order a Leavers' Last Day Lunch for Friday 26 May 2023. The cost is £4.80 and must be pre-ordered by Thursday 18 May 2023 via www.scopay.com or you can return the contract and payment via Pupil Reception. If your child does not want to purchase lunch, they must bring a packed lunch as everyone will eat together. Please contact the Finance Office if you require any assistance.

Please note that any external clubs / events that are advertised here are not endorsed by or directly affiliated with Swanmore College in any way.

If you have any comments/feedback about Swan-Bites please email

enquiries@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk