Wildlife Awareness day & Dog show - 2nd April
Wildlife Awareness day 2nd April: We are delighted to announce that our Zeus House Captains will be hosting a Wildlife Awareness Day on Thursday 2nd April for all students in Year 7-10. This special event is designed to educate and inspire students about the importance of protecting wildlife and caring for our environment.
What’s happening on the day?
- Tutor Time Activity: Students will take part in a fun, wildlife-themed competition to kick off the day
- Assemblies: Each year group (Years 7–10) will attend a 45-minute assembly led by an external speaker (subject to confirmation), focusing on the importance of wildlife conservation.
- Lunchtime Competition: Zeus House Captains will be leading a wildlife‑themed lunchtime competition for the whole school.
- After-School Event – ACS Dog Show: Students will have the opportunity to showcase their dog in a fun and safe environment. Each House will be able to have five entries into the competition. Please see the application form below.
Additional Activities
- Charity fundraiser to support wildlife organisations.
- Snack stall at the after-school dog show event to raise money for wildlife organisations/FACS.
ACS Dog Show Information
Parental consent is required for any dog brought to school. Please see the attached risk assessment and application form.
Adult Attendance: An adult must accompany the pet during the dog show.
Timings: 15:15–16:15
Safety Requirements:
- Dogs must be on a lead at all times.
- Dogs must be well-trained and comfortable around people and other animals.
- Adults must clean up after their own dogs.
- Please refer to the application form for additional required information.
Entry Limit:
We have a maximum of 20 entries (5 per House) for the event, so places will be allocated based on the application submitted.
Dog Show Events - All dogs will be entered into the following categories:
- Cutest Dog
- Assault Course
- Best Trick
- Best Overall
If you would like your dog to enter the ACS Dog Show or if you have any questions, please complete the application form attached above. Due to the risks involved, this will not operate on a first‑come, first‑served basis and may depend on the dog and any specific considerations.
We welcome families to attend with non-competing dogs to enjoy the event. There is no entry fee. Due to parking restrictions, we ask that you walk to the event where possible, as spaces on site are limited. Access to the site will be limited due to some students still being in lessons for period 6.
Please be mindful that this is our first event, and if it is successful, we hope to see it grow in the future.
Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions, please contact Alastair.scott@olympustrust.co.uk.
Alastair Scott, Behaviour Lead, Head of Zeus
