New school year
We are pleased to extend a warm welcome to all Castlefield families as we commence the 2026 school year. A special welcome to our new students joining our vibrant school community, where creating connections and building brilliant learning environments are central to our mission. Our devoted staff have made thorough preparations for the first day of school, Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
Information regarding the arrangements for student arrival on the first day is available on the myHaileybury app, under myNews. Parking will be available on the oval for the morning, so parents are able to assist with the carrying of book boxes to the classrooms. We ask that all items are brought into school on Day 1.
New student afternoon
Students that are in Years 1–8 and commencing with us for the first time this year will have received an invitation regarding our new student afternoon. We welcome new students to join us on Tuesday, 27 January, at 3.30 pm to refamiliarise themselves with the layout of the school, their Homeroom teachers and classrooms before their first day.
School Uniform
Summer uniform is to be worn for Term 1, and the link for Uniform – Student Expectations can be found on myHaileybury here. Please note, Junior School students are not required to wear the blazer with the summer uniform. As a SunSmart school, the School cap or bucket hat is compulsory for all outdoor activities during Terms 1 and 4.
Katrina Manson
Head of Castlefield (Brighton)
