Concert Band
The Concert Band is directed by Tony Lewis who is the School’s Brass tutor. The Band has recently gained in strength with a membership of 25. The ensemble is well-balanced and incorporates flutes, clarinets, saxophones, a wide range of brass instruments including Tuba, bass guitar, and drum kit. The Band’s most recent performance was at the annual Gala Concert in July.
Saighton Syncopators
This is a small dance band which was formed over 20 years ago. The band regularly performs at social events at the College and further afield. Last year the band was invited to perform in Chester Town Hall for the Lord Mayor’s ‘At Home’ for 200 local dignitaries and business people from the County.
The College also has other small music ensembles e.g. the barbershop group ‘The Saightonians’. Most recently a new choral group has been formed called ‘The 8eight’ which specialises in early music.
Latest News
More Musical Success
More Musical Success - Peter Edge wins at the Eisteddfod
Year 11 student Peter Edge won the 15-20 yr old vocal class at the International Eisteddfod at Llangollen coming away with a prize of £200. He competed against singers from all over the world, some of which are already students at music Colleges.
U15 cricket - a first class victory!
On Wednesday 16th June the Year 10 cricket team (plus Oliver Handley from Year 7), entertained Bishop Blue Coat School. In his maiden game as captain Simon Povey won the toss and decided to field first.
The 8 bowlers used proceeded to bowl out the opposition for 40 runs. A prolonged spell of accurate bowling brought its rewards for Rory Jones, who took 3 wickets and Harry Fairclough, who took 4 wickets (including 3 wickets in 4 balls).
Sixth Form Sporting Opportunities
Sixth Form Sporting Opportunities
Rugby- For the first time in over 15 years the College was able to put out a 1st XV team in an U19 tournament played at Sandbach rugby club this February.
Chester Schools Football
Abbey Gate College hosts Chester Schoolboys Footballers Presentation Evening with the Duke of Westminster
Chester Schools Football Association have been running official inter school competition for over 100 years. His Grace the Duke of Westminster has been the President of the CSFA since the 1970s. Without hesitation he donated money and on Saturday 17th April he reaffirmed his Presidency by attending a presentation evening hosted by Headmistress Lynne Horner at the fabulous venue of Abbey Gate College.
Small Business Master Class
Small Business Master Class
Years 11 and 12 attended a Small Business Master Class at the College on Wednesday 3rd March 2010. The class gave the students a valuable insight into the world of business, communications and team work by helping them to develop an understanding of the opportunities open to small business owners The interactive day proved to be very informative and rewarding and in addition most enjoyable.
