Thank you for your support during this hot weather in ensuring uniform has been adjusted and students have come in prepared with sun protection and refillable water bottles. Student wellbeing and comfort is key to enable them to continue to study effectively. Unless you receive communication to the contrary, next week, with the return to more normal temperatures, we will return to usual school uniform as per student's timetables and the wearing of ties and blazers.
This week saw a large group of our Year 9 students head out on their Duke of Edinburgh expedition, walking around the New Forest on two of the hottest days of the year so far. Staff have commended the students on their maturity, consideration and support for each other in ensuring that everyone in their group stayed safe and hydrated. By all accounts, despite the challenges of the heat, the groups had an absolutely fantastic time and all completed their walk with plenty of time for everyone to catch the same train home - some students even fell asleep before the train had departed Brockenhurst!
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend - with the longest day upon us - do enjoy the extra sunshine.
~Ms K Dooley | Head Teacher
Year 10 - Oxford University
Before half-term our Year 10 students had the exciting opportunity to attend a talk delivered by a representative from Oxford University. The session aimed to inspire and inform students about higher education pathways, the application process, and what life is like at one of the world’s leading universities. The speaker shared valuable insights into the variety of courses offered, the importance of aiming high, and the steps students can take now to prepare for future academic success. Students found the session both motivating and informative, and it helped to broaden their aspirations for post-16 and post-18 education.
Church Street Tug of War - Today (Friday!!!)
Bring the energy and join our Tug of War tournament right on Church Street!
- It’s not too late to enter a team
- All ages and abilities welcome
- Mixed-gender teams only
- Great for clubs, schools, sports teams and social groups
To register your team, email: eelpie.twickenham@hall-woodhouse.com - Let us know your team name – costumes and chants welcome!
Art House Open Studios
Last chance this weekend to visit all the venues open to the public!
Over 50 artists will be opening up their homes and studios this weekend for you to explore.
Arts Richmond has coordinated the borough’s open studios festival, Art House, for 2025.
The festival gives visitors a chance to explore our artistic community and engage with artists, designers & makers from all corners of the borough.
Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June
11 am - 5 pm daily
Lots of the venues will be holding special events and demonstrations, and it’s all free.
You can grab a brochure at your local library or download it via the link
