Our rugby teams enjoyed some hard- fought and fiercely contested fixtures last Saturday against King’s School Macclesfield with honours even overall. The Under-13 teams split their results with the A team victorious by 6 tries to nil and the Under-13 As enjoyed a 4-2 victory. Pride of place goes to the 2nd XV who roared […]
Alex Kerr had another excellent match for the full Sale Academy Under 16s in their 36-19 victory over Newcastle Falcons. Alex was at his preferred position of number 8 and had another excellent game and scored a try last Saturday. At Easter Alex is on an Irish IQ programme Under 17s camp and we wish him […]
The 2nd XV made a winning start to 2023 with an impressive 34-12 points victory over St. David’s Llandudno on Wednesday at the Ridings. Forwards and backs combined effectively as the whole squad enjoyed some game time prior to Saturday’s trip to King’s School Macclesfield. The forwards took control for most of the game and […]
Our rugby teams continued their impressive season with a clean sweep of victories against respected opponents Altrincham Grammar School. The 1st XV returned to winning ways after the disappointment of their narrow defeat to King’s Macclesfield in the Cheshire Cup semi final with a 51-7 victory. The 2nd XV maintained their 100% winning run with 10 tries […]
An outstanding 12 Students from the U15 Rugby Team have been selected for the Sale Developing Player Programme (DPP). These players are:
The 1st XV rugby squad played in the Merchant Taylors’ pre-season tournament on Saturday. It was a good start to the season with all 27 of the squad playing well and getting valuable game time, on a beautiful summer’s day in Crosby. We defeated hosts Merchants by 17-5 and then played some excellent rugby in a […]
Cheshire Under 17s continued their unbeaten season, with four St Anselm’s College boys representing the county, in a 24-19 victory over Staffordshire. Cathal Lynch was given the honour of captain following his excellent performance last week. 1st XV captain Jack McCabe started in the 2nd row and had a strong presence in the line out. […]
Dear parents/carers, Habemus Papam! May God bless Pope Leo XIV with wisdom, peace, and strength as he leads the Church. We pray for a papacy filled with love, compassion, and guidance for the world. This week we celebrated the Feast Day of Blessed Edmund Rice whose eight key essentials underpin our mission and distinct Catholic […]
Dear parents/carers, What an exciting week we have had! Words cannot fully express the overwhelming sense of pride I feel for our incredible U-18 Rugby team and dedicated coaches, whose hard work, resilience, and determination have made history in the College. Equally, I was bowled over by the unwavering support of our entire College community—those […]
Dear Parents/Carers, This week students observed the beginning of Lent by participating in an Ash Wednesday service. During the service, they reflected on the significance of the ashes and the spiritual importance of the Lenten season. Most importantly, they considered how they could make meaningful changes in their daily lives to support and serve others […]
Dear parents/carers, What a first week back! A week of remarkable achievements that have well and truly put us on the map!The DfE released the KS5 A-level ‘valued added’ scores for all schools in England. I am delighted to say that St. Anselm’s College has outperformed every other Grammar school in Wirral (Including the girls […]
Parents/Carers, This week our students participated in and led a Holocaust Commemoration service. They reflected on the significance of this commemoration, observed a minutes silence and read statements of commitment from the universal declaration of human rights. A very poignant and significant moment for all involved. Our incredible KS5 students who took on the senior […]
Dear Parents/Carers, I am delighted to see the triumphant return of our full calendar of sporting events! Our rugby teams are as strong as ever, securing a series of spectacular victories against the formidable Lancaster Royal Grammar School. In hockey, our U-15 team showcased their skill and determination, defeating Wirral Grammar in a hard-fought match. […]
Dear Parents/Carers, Another busy week of enrichment and activities including a fantastic Yr8/9 Careers Enterprise Day. Throughout the day, students engaged in activities that enhanced their career path awareness, team-building abilities, presentation skills, and communication techniques; all critical competencies for their future. A special congratulations goes to the Year 9 winning team ‘Wirral Water Ways’ […]
Dear Parents/Carers, Our assemblies this week focused on the season of Advent and how we can use this time to think about and help those most in need. Over the next few weeks students will lead on a number of fundraising activities including sponsored runs, staff v student football/dodgeball, cake sales and much more. All […]
Dear Parents/Carers, I hope you and your families had a lovely half term, everyone has certainly returned refreshed and ready to go! This half term is shorter but no less busy, we have a calendar packed full of trips, careers events, sixth form open evening, Year 10 parents’ evening, Christmas family events, Year 13 mock […]
Dear parents/carers, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Prevention Team have shared some very important messages with us this week on how to reduce risk and harm this Halloween and Bonfire Night. The key messages focused specifically on what anti-social behaviour is, hoax calls and the law surrounding fireworks. Please do take time to talk to your son about these messages and […]
Dear parents and carers, I would like to begin by celebrating our outstanding sporting achievements. Alex Kerr, Yr13, has been selected for Ireland’s U18 rugby team for two tests in Italy. We are so proud of him. His hard work, commitment and dedication has paid off; he is a true College ambassador and role model […]
Dear parents and guardians, I am pleased to assure you that this will be my final message to you, after 22 years as Headmaster of the College! It has been a huge privilege to serve the college community and to have the immense responsibility of being Headmaster. I have seen considerable change at the College […]
Dear parents and carers, We are now at the end of the final full week of term, and it has been another busy one! On Saturday our Junior Athletics Team finished 9th in the English Schools Cup Final and were the highest-placed team outside London. All the team performed well in a season’s best display, with […]
