year 11 last day
On Monday, our Year 11 students reached a major milestone as the majority sat their final GCSE exam, Physics, in the morning. After weeks of hard work and revision, it was time to breathe out and celebrate the end of an important chapter.
To mark the occasion, each student received a complimentary copy of their yearbook – a keepsake full of memories, friendships and moments from their time at school. With the sun shining and spirits high, students gathered together for over an hour, signing shirts, sharing stories and enjoying each other’s company.
There was a lovely atmosphere as many staff came down to wish them well and celebrate with them on their final day. It was a chance to reflect, laugh and look ahead, with the prom now firmly in their sights!
We’re incredibly proud of this group of young people and everything they’ve achieved. We can’t wait to see them again at the prom to celebrate in style.
Empowering Girls Event
The event served as a wrap-up of the programme, where the girls received certificates and enjoyed a networking lunch. This provided an opportunity for them to connect with their mentors and other girls who had completed the program.
A highlight of the day was a Q&A session with a guest speaker—Zakiyah Shani—a successful makeup artist who regularly works with celebrities and major publications.
Throughout the day, our girls were enthusiastic participants in the sessions and were exemplary representatives of the school. We're incredibly proud of them and everything they've achieved.
Summerfest launch
On Friday, our school was buzzing with excitement as Fun Friday gave way to a SummerFest Takeover. In the glorious sunshine, students were treated to a preview of what’s to come at SummerFest 2024, which takes place on Friday 11th July.
The atmosphere was incredible – a perfect blend of music, games and summer joy. Live bands and DJs provided the soundtrack to the afternoon, while students enjoyed carnival games, browsed the merch stand, and queued (very patiently!) for the ever-popular ice cream stall. The weather couldn’t have been better, and the energy around the school made it feel like summer had truly arrived.
A huge thank you to our brilliant Year 12 students for organising the takeover. It was a fantastic taster of what promises to be an unforgettable day in July. We can’t wait for the main event!
Year 9 baseline testing
Year 9 worked very hard on their baseline testing for English yesterday, getting the feel for what sitting an exam will be like. We will use the results of this to inform our intervention strategy next year.
House News
Monday saw the culmination of the Year 7 Blockbusters final with excited students from Kitson and Brunel hoping to win for their house.
The final match was very closely fought out with good answers and strategic blocking. Ultimately, the winners had to be decided with a head-to- head answer. Although Kitson competed valiantly, Brunel emerged victorious.
All finalists received individual prizes with extra treat for 7B to share. The house cup is now proudly displayed in the Brunel tutor room.
The photograph shows Brunel winners: Ollie Beamish, Cole Barton, Lilly Jones and Tehya Quennell celebrating their victory with Miss Pappin and Henry McManus. Congratulations also to Evie Jewell who played so well in two out of three matches.
Year 7 Maths with Mr Beattie
It's been fantastic to see the enthusiasm of our Year 7 mathematicians as they dive into the fascinating world of algebra with Mr. Beattie! This can often be a challenging topic, but our students have truly embraced it with a fantastic willingness to learn and improve.
Currently, they've been focusing on the skill of expanding algebraic brackets. It's a fundamental concept that lays the groundwork for more complex algebraic operations, and the students have been demonstrating their understanding brilliantly.
Using their mini whiteboards, they've been actively showcasing their newfound knowledge to Mr. Beattie, allowing for instant feedback and a clear view of their progress. It's clear that their hard work is really paying off!
Well done, Year 7, keep up the excellent work!
Year 7 - Zac Austin and Sophia Houghton
Year 8 - Jess Stoyle and James Costello
Year 9 - Harry Pitman and Daisy Humphreys
prestigious diamond award
Year 7 - Skye Beesley, Louie Gribbin, Rhia Holding, Kaiden Ilhan, Peyton Wilkin, Sienna Hunter, Evan Jones, Samuel McDonald, Chloe Bastow, Lilah Dallow, George Davies, Cody Butler, Ruby Ross, Oliver Luscombe and Liv Andrews
Year 8 - Luke Sandeman
governors' platinum certificates
Year 7 - Joe Matthews, Rocco D'Alessandro, George Ballance, Jude Brodie, Myles Anyon, Max Bovey, Tyler Fudge, Sara Szewczuk, Georgina Morton, Macy Hickman, Zofia Bocianowska, Kai Parton, Amelia Palla, Maja Kokoszka, Colby Craig, Charlie Courtier, Cian McHugh, Ava Wiggins, Lexi Nicholson, Bailey Jones, Abigail Harkin, Maddox Findlay-Peers, Joel Cotton, Frederick Sintim, Tehya Quennell, Oliver Beamish, Gabriele Stadalninkaite, Heath Slater-Saunt, Jacob Caldwell, Riley House, Sophia Hill, Neave Heavens, Teddy Shobbrook, Jude Nwachukwu, Fynlay Dever and Millie Beamish
Year 8 - George Garbett, Allen Burns-Muir, Kobi Burness-Moakes, Frances Roberts, Tyler Jackson and James Costello
Year 9 - Logan Watt
governors' gold certificates
Year 7 - Lottie Hutcheson, Molly Caulfield, Alex Oleksy, Josie Cotton, Eryn Stafford-Summers, Maya Campineanu, Gabriel Talbot-Powner, Charlie Skinner, Jude Storey, Jaycie Kennedy-Taylor, Luca Guppy, Darcie Mae Finch, Toby Young, Skyla-Rose Whitfield, Gergo Rammer, Kobe Laker, Riley Piercy, Isaac Hodge, Zac Austin, Toby Roadnight, Ethan Halliday, Emilie Cutmore and Charlie Williams-Powell
Year 8 Heidi Milner, Luna Truong, Oceana Furse, Jessica Ferguson, Poppy Anderson, Elena Bolton, Jessica Munnangi and Jenson Tandy
Year 9 - Vinny Frankum and Lilly-Rose Garbett
governors' silver certificates
Year 7 - Annabelle Hodge, Achara Edmond, Darcey Partridge, Bella Cassidy, Oscar Anderson, Milly Skelly, Freddie Brabon, Poppy Pope, Olivier Szyszka, Frazer Lewis, Oliver Forsdyke, Stefan Manta, Lucy French, Farah Davidson, Poppy Cosh, George Tonks and Lincoln Trapp
Year 8 - Keylan Hodgson, Lilly-Rose Haughton, Phoebe Acton, Marcus Findlay-Peers, Oakley Mudge, Jorgie-Jayne Barnett, Lily Langler, Sophia Blake, Seth McCann and Izzie Mildren
Year 9 - Freddie Fenner, Leon Snell, Ollie Martin, Keane O'Neill and Edi Ferencz Csibi
governors' bronze certificates
Year 7 - Eve Truscott, Ronnie Byrne, Liv Reed, Millie Porter, Alfie Carpenter-Sorton, Kallie Somerset, Nevaeh Piri-Sadigh, Lilly-Ella Smith, Cody Hunter and Ava Harrison
Year 8 - Summer Dockrey, Bradley Wright, Madeline Woodger, Gracie Fancourt, Benjamin Cowie, Rudy Abdulla, Jack Crabb, Corey Davies, Grace Gatting, Gabriela Piasta, Emily Redmond, Poppy Sanderson, Maddie Smith, Toby Preston, Charlie O'Connor, Harry Evans, Ted Dudley, Elissia Greenwood, Tia Woodward, Morley Villiers and Jake Richards
Year 9 - Neeve Thomson, Finlay Clark, Immy Pace, Jack Forte, Summer Pallant, Lewis Graham, Daisy Board, Alex Lyons, Ruby Chamberlain, Aiden Hooper, Maxwell Murphy, Scarlett Hill, Millie Russell and Ivan Masliakovas
Principal's gold certificates
Year 8 - Khalid Al-Ajrami, Hydie Munday, Mia Piewiszko, Tate Reynolds, Owen Spies, Brogan Holmes-Inch, Chantelle Robinson, George Giles and Ania Rozanska
Year 9 - Pheonix Reeman, Sienna Welsh, Oliver Ayres, Paris Reid, Kordian Wisnik, Emily Cowan, Cohen Andrews, Sienna Wilschere and Reuben Harrison
Principal's silver certificates
Year 8 - Bobby Joint and Niah Slowley
Principal's Bronze certificates
Year 9 - Tanya Neil, Mollie Longthorpe, Emily Watts-Simpson, Lily Wilson, Jonathan Siuchninski, Evan Ciavarella, Hattie Gamble, Lexi Cave, Emily Lock and Daniel Manners
House stars of the week
Year 7
Brunel - Kyle Squires
Christie - Mollianne Potter
Darwin - Oliver Luscombe
Fawcett - Holly-Rae Mason
Harrison - Zafirah Royal
Kitson - Chloe Bastow
Nearne - Charlie Skinner
Pengelly - Blake Hawkes
Year 8
Brunel - May McDonough
Christie - Lily Langler
Darwin - Jax Biagott
Fawcett - Anna Rozanska
Harrison - Phoebe Acton
Nearne - Heidi Milner
Pengelly - Levi Jones
Year 9
Brunel - Ruby Chamberlain
Christie - Sonny Cayford
Darwin - Alesha Black-Matthews
Fawcett - Ottillie Lucas
Kitson - Heidi Bowers
Nearne - Lacey Dunn
Pengelly - Zak Haridi
Homework Stars of the Week
Year 7
Brunel - Jake Jolly
Christie - Myle Bonnici
Darwin - Kai Cornish
Fawcett -Lexi Kenneford
Harrison - Brooke Dennett
Kitson - Neave Heavens
Nearne - Maya Campineanu
Pengelly - Lincoln Trapp
Year 8
Brunel - Eric Montague
Christie - Harry Austin
Fawcett - Gabriela Piasta
Harrison - Matilda Thorner
Nearne - Edith Mackenzie
Pengelly - Ben Walters
Year 9
Brunel - Melissa Page
Christie - Oscar Rogers
Darwin - Sienna Welsh
Fawcett - Charlie Dakin
Kitson - Kira Fedotova
Nearne - Evan Ciavarella
Pengelly - Millie Russell
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