
Cherryvine – Summer 25
Below is a link to our Summer term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on pastoral care and meet our Pastoral Leads for
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Below is a link to our Summer term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on pastoral care and meet our Pastoral Leads for

Below is a link to our Spring term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on academic leadership and chat with our Deputy Heads,

Below is a link to our Autumn term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on languages, enrichment as well as a round up

We are delighted to announce that Gateways have been awarded the ‘Best in School’ for our Early Years provision at the prestigious 2024 Nursery World

Below is a link to our Summer term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on ‘success’, our outdoor education offering, as well as

Below is a link to our Spring term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on Early Years as well as a round up

Below is a link to our Autumn term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on ‘growth’ as well as a round up of

Below is a link to our Summer term issue of Cherryvine. In this issue, we focus on wellbeing as well as a round up of

Tuesday 14th October 5.30pm – 8.30pm We would like to invite those looking to start Sixth Form in September 2026 to have a look around

Open Day – Friday 3rd October 2025, from 9am Our 2025 Open Day takes place on Friday 3rd October and you are invited to come

The Entrance & Scholarship Assessment day for the Year 7 intake for September takes place in January. In 2026, the date is Saturday 24th January.

Gateways is proud of the diversity of our pupils’ religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We feel our multicultural community is one of our many strengths,

We all want the best for our children. We want them to excel academically, enjoy their time at school and grow into well-rounded individuals with

During the Autumn term, many schools hold their Open Days. You want to make sure your child gets the best possible education, one that includes

Children who attend schools with a varied curriculum and a wide range of physical activities have more development opportunities. Pupils who have access to a

Outdoor play is crucial to children’s development, from building social skills to inspiring creativity. In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), outdoor play is defined

What better way to hop into the Easter spirit with some eggcellent arts and crafts projects that the whole family can enjoy? Whether you want

Preparing for exams can be a stressful time but there are some strategies and stress management techniques that you can try out to help stay

At Gateways, we are fortunate to be able to work in small class sizes, which enables students to progress faster and allows more time for

WHAT IS PSHE? PSHE (personal, social, health, and economic) education became statutory for schools in September 2020, under the Children and Social Work Act. It

With Halloween just around the corner, now is the perfect time to discover your creative side, get the arts and crafts box out and have

There are many different benefits to spending time surrounded by nature and with the increased amount of time children are spending online and looking at

Children’s mental health experts are concerned that the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health problems in children. Issues such as fear, isolation, loss of school

A child’s educational journey will have a major impact on their lives and many parents wonder when the best time is for their child to

One of the most effective ways of developing a child’s interest in a subject is to make learning fun, especially at younger ages. Science is

Finding the right school for your child is so important to set them up for a bright and happy future. The years before starting high

As children get older and start to understand more about concepts such as sexuality and gender identity, it is natural that they are likely to

Choosing your Sixth Form is a very important decision to make, as it can affect your university options and your future career. Therefore, it is

Teaching children about equality from an early age will help them to build an understanding of what it means and how it affects the world’s

Some people dismiss the idea of studying art or pursuing it as a hobby unless there is an intention to become an artist. However, there

As parents, we want to give our children the best opportunities in life, to enable them to develop and grow in the environments that give

A good book can teach teenagers so many great things, whether it is a classic or a book that delves into the modern issues of

A small school community provides students with many different benefits especially when class sizes within the school are kept small. Pupils at larger schools may

As well as being home to Gateways School, the rural village of Harewood has a fascinating history, with Harewood House playing an integral part of

Gateways High School is a fantastic place to study GCSEs, providing exceptional educational opportunities and numerous additional benefits, such as an extensive extra-curricular programme. If

At Gateways, we are constantly looking for ways we can be more environmentally friendly and we like to get involved with initiatives that raise awareness

Research shows that 20% of adolescents may experience a mental health problem in any given year and with the increased worries caused by Covid-19, it

The UK’s parliamentary democracy is one that is highly respected around the world. Although we don’t have an official constitution as other countries do, it

Climate change is a serious global problem that is affecting us now in many different ways. It is often publicised in the news, online and

In such uncertain times, it is normal for you and your family to be feeling a little worried in relation to coronavirus and how it

Social media usage has been steadily growing over recent years and as well as having many benefits, unfortunately, there are also numerous dangers that come

It’s the perfect size With just over 500 pupils (from age 2-18 years) we pride ourselves on being a small school. Investment is prioritised to

Class sizes in the UK are growing for both primary and secondary schools. A recent study has found that in 2019, class numbers have risen

Are you planning an event soon and are struggling to find the perfect venue? Gateways can help! At Gateways, we have a range of facilities

An interview with our Head, Dr Johnson What changes have you seen take place at the school while you have been head? I joined Gateways
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