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Marafiki Garden Open Day

On Friday 5th July, the Marafiki gardening group held an open day to local schools, residents, staff, governors and pupils. During the morning we welcomed visitors from Corpus Christi Catholic High School accompanied by Mr Robinson who originally founded the garden during his time at …

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FunMaths Roadshow for Years 7 to 9

Recently over 500 pupils from Years 7 to 9 took part in the FunMaths Roadshow held in the sports hall.  The Roadshow consisted of over 80 mathematical activities. Pupils working in pairs moved around the room tackling the activities in any order. This problem solving …

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Prefects’ Ball 2019

On Tuesday 2nd July, we celebrated our Year 11 Prefects’ Ball. The evening began with some spectacular arrivals at Barton Grange Hotel, followed by a beautiful sit down meal, and finished with making wonderful memories on the dancefloor. Over 200 staff and pupils shared a fabulous …

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Refugee Week

Last week we celebrated Refugee Week at OLCHS for the fourth year with the theme “you, me and those who came before”. Refugee Week is a nationally recognised week when communities, schools and churches celebrate the contribution that refugees have brought to our country. A …

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Preston City Athletics 2019

Over 50 pupils took part in the Preston City Athletics Championships held at UCLan Sports Arena on Tuesday 25th July. Each one of the ten schools in Preston enters four teams: U13 Girls and U13 Boys; U15 Girls and U15 Boys. Each athlete selected is only …

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NHS Business Apprentice Vacancies

To read details of the latest Business Apprentice vacancies click here.

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Primary Team Maths Challenge (Catholic Teaching Alliance)

On Wednesday 12th June the Primary Team Maths Challenge took place at Our Lady’s Catholic High School. The competition gives pupils the opportunity to tackle a variety of engaging mathematical activities while developing teamwork and communication skills. Catholic Primary Schools from across the region entered teams of four …

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Year 8 Girls’ Rugby

On Wednesday the 5th June, 12 Y8 girls travelled to Grasshopppers to participate in a touch rugby tournament. The session started with a workshop and introduction of rules and followed with competitive games with 6 schools being involved. OLCHS fielded two teams and played exceptional …

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Hockey Results

The year 8 Hockey team played their first match before half term – a friendly against Broughton.  They defended well against tough opposition and managed to hold Broughton to a two all draw at half time, thanks to both goals coming from Libby Earnshaw.  The …

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Chocotastic Challenge

Well done to all year 7 pupils who have been taking  part in the Chocotastic Challenge in their D&T lessons over the past month. Following their trip to Cadbury World last term, pupils have worked together in teams of three to develop a healthy chocolate …

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