All Years Padel Club has got off to a brilliant start this term, with strong uptake across year groups and a positive buzz around sessions. Running every Tuesday from 3:30pm–4:30pm at the O2, students have been enthusiastic, focused, and keen to learn, with clear improvements already seen in racket skills, movement, and game understanding.

Year 7 had the exciting opportunity to travel into central London to see Turandot at the Royal Opera House. For many students, it was their first time experiencing a live opera, and it certainly wasn’t one they will forget in a hurry.

The production, brought a mythical version of ancient Peking to life with bold colours, striking costumes and a huge chorus that filled the stage. Students were fascinated by how the show blended elements of Chinese and Italian theatrical traditions to create something that felt both imaginative and dramatic.

The opera tells the story of Prince Calaf and the icy Princess Turandot, who challenges her suitors with three riddles—answer correctly, and you win her hand; answer incorrectly, and you face execution. The tension of Calaf’s gamble, along with Puccini’s powerful music, kept the whole year group completely absorbed.

This night was organised to showcase the amazing skills and talent our students have, from Year 7 to 6th form.

I wanted to shine the light on experienced performers as well as the most unexpected students – giving them a platform to build their confidence, and the courage to display it.

For the last two months we have been working towards this night, and alongside me, I had the help of some amazing 6th form students and Ms Aberese & Ms Steele.

This is an idea I wanted to see come to fruition for a while and I’m glad it was able to happen. I also want to say we are very proud of the performers who have been working hard in rehearsals for the past few weeks. I hope this night has inspired other students.

Thank you to all the staff, students, and parents who came to support.

Ms Da Costa

We are so proud of our pupils for their fantastic achievements in this year’s GCSE and A Level results. At GCSE, our students achieved an Attainment 8 score of 42.81, with excellent progress made across all subjects. Beyond the numbers, what shines through is the hard work, resilience, and determination shown by every pupil.

This year we are delighted that more of our Year 11s than ever before have chosen to continue their journey with us into Sixth Form. We are also welcoming our largest ever Sixth Form intake, a real testament to the strength of our school community and the trust families place in us.

Our Year 13 students have also excelled, with over 90% securing their university places, while others have accepted prestigious degree apprenticeships with leading companies. Their success reflects not only academic excellence but also the ambition and character that makes our pupils so special.

Across both Year 11 and Year 13 there have been some truly standout performances, but every single student has achieved something to be proud of. We celebrate them all, and we are excited to see what the future holds for each of them.

In April our Year 7 students have been to a residential trip to Condover Hall in Shropshire. Nestled in beautiful countryside, the historic manor provided the perfect setting for three action-packed days of adventure, teamwork, and personal growth.

From the moment they arrived, students threw themselves into a wide range of exciting activities. Whether they were navigating obstacle courses, testing their nerve on the high ropes, or solving challenges in team-building exercises, each pupil had the opportunity to step out of their comfort zone and discover new strengths.

Evenings were filled with fun and laughter, with group games and time to relax and reflect with friends. Staff were incredibly proud of the way students supported one another, displayed resilience, and embraced every challenge with enthusiasm and positivity.

The trip was not only a chance to build confidence and independence, but also a wonderful way for students to strengthen friendships and create lasting memories early in their secondary school journey.