Mr E Gentle - Director of Science Academy incorporating Computer Science
In our changing world, developing resilience and self-regulation is crucial for student success. Our 3D curriculum aids students in developing these attributes, enhancing academic performance and preparing them for life's challenges. You can help us to reinforce the message from assemblies this week by:
Resilience (facing adversity):
Fostering a Growth Mindset: emphasising the power of perseverance and the belief in developing abilities over time.
Embracing mistakes: encouraging viewing mistakes as opportunities for learning and growth.
Self-Regulation (Managing Life's Challenges):
Establish routines: helping your child create consistent routines for stability in managing time and emotions.
Encourage mindful practices: promoting simple mindfulness exercises for emotional balance, building on their personal development in school.
Additional tips:
Open communication: create a safe space for your child to express feelings, fostering emotional intelligence.
Set realistic expectations: assist in setting achievable goals, breaking them down into smaller steps.
Thank you for your support.
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Monday 4 December
Nothing advised
Tuesday 5 December
Business Department - Year 9 Enterprise Trip to Abbey Park Industrial Estate (P1 & P2)
Wednesday 6 December
Business Department - Year 10 Business Trip to Romsey (P1 & P2)
Business Department - Year 10 Business Trip to Romsey (P5 & P6)
Thursday 7 December
Nothing advised
Friday 8 December
Nothing advised
INSET Days for 2023/24
Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 January 2024
Monday 19 February 2024
Tuesday 18 June 2024
Every effort is made to ensure these dates are accurate. There are occasions when circumstances beyond our control may result in changes
Bluestar Bus Message regarding last day of term
Unfortunately, Bluestar Bus has around 43 school & college buses all required between 12.00pm - 1.00pm on Friday 15 December.
Bluestar are able to offer the Bluestar 504 bus at 12.55pm from Mountbatten (it will be coming directly from another service beforehand).
Students can also use the Bluestar 4 from Luzborough Roundabout if they wish, albeit the 12.55pm, Bus 504 will probably still be the faster option than using Bus 4 through North Baddesley.
Music Tuition - Spring Term
We would like to remind you that music tuition fees for the Spring Term 2024 are now due. Please could you check your Scopay account to check the amount and make your payment.
Fees for the Spring term are £95.00, with the exception of piano tuition which is £120.00 (if your child is eligible for Pupil Premium, please be aware that Pupil Premium discounts will be applied to their accounts soon).
Congratulations to the following students for levelling up on Sparx Maths!
Joe L 9JBY - Level 1
Crystal D 9JFR - Level 1
Layla P-B 9RGY/JLE - Level 1
Kelvin A 9RLE - Level 1
Harvey T 10AOR - Level 1
Joshua G 8AWS - Level 2
Sophia V 8SGY - Level 2
James C 9JFR - Level 2
Tilly P 9RLE - Level 2
Miranda B 10SBS - Level 2
The Library
Year 7 Reading Safari Stars
Olekandr M 7JSLfor gaining the Silver Award (10 books read and reviewed)
Geography Department
Geography Stars
Alisha A 7MRA
Navi T 7JAD
Amber J 8DDY
Elodie P 8AWS
MFL Department
MFL Stars
Max H 7MRA
Abigail P 7LAD/AGN
Nathan R 7JAD
Michael W 7ESY/GWT
Lucy T 7EHK
Reuben D 7TDN
Mollie S 7MRA
Sophie S 7JAD
Evie E 7MAZ
Eliza J 7JAD
MFL Spelling Bee
Congratulations to the following students. They are the winners of the first round of the MFL Spelling Bee and are now through to the second stage of the competition!
Tilda M 7JSL
Michael W 7ESY/GWT
Reuben D 7TDN
Nathan R 7JAD
Tolly C 7EHK
Evie E 7MAZ
Arla D 7TDN
Eliza J 7JAD
Lucy T 7EHK
Jake H 7TAS
Emily W 7MRA
Ivy H 7TDN
Mollie S 7MRA
Sophie S 7JAD
Gulliver H 7EHK
Science Department
Super Scientists
Eliana B 7JSL
Ben G 9OWS
Poppy L-M 9OWS
Arielle L 9OWS
Martha P 9OWS
Hazey R 10HCS
Freya G 10LJS
Freya R 11COY/SDN
Lacey P 11NKN
Bethan T 11RCS
Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
Congratulations to the following Year 11 students for completing all sections of their Bronze DofE Award:
Summer B 11TLS
Liv C 11DDN/HMS
Ffion E 11NKN
Ruby N 11NKN
Helena R 11RCS
Max S 11COY/SDN
Bethan T 11RCS
Jason M 11FBY
If you are in Year 11 and need help with uploading evidence to complete your award, please speak to Mr Gentle. Students in other year groups should speak to their tutors, who will be able to guide them.
Music Department
ABRSM Piano
Natasha G 8CBN has passed ABRSM Piano Grade 3 with Merit.
ABRSM Singing
Oskar W 10JLR/MSD has passed ABRSM Singing for Musical Theatre Grade 3.
Computer Science
Cyberfirst Computing Competition
Congratulations to the following Year 8 girls who took part in the Cyberfirst Computing Competition. The girls demonstrated excellent prowess in a number of Computer Science skills and showed great dedication and teamwork.
Teaching Assistant – 30.83 hours per week, Monday to Friday – 39 weeks per annum
Actual Salary: Grade B £16,249 to £16,478/Grade C £16,519 to £17,252 (depending on experience)
Click the drop-down menus below to find out more about different careers opportunities coming up for our students.
National University Week
Next week we are celebrating National University Week with a range of assemblies from Solent, Southampton and Winchester University for Year 9-11. On Tuesday 5 December all students are invited to attend an informal 'meet and greet' session with current university students to talk about their subject, what student life is like and which GCSEs / A levels they have chosen. The session is scheduled to take place in the New Founders Room ,during morning break.
Virtual Work Experience
Springpod have released their latest instalment of online work experience programmes and offer insights into industries that can be difficult to access for young people. Opportunities available include Volvo Trucks, The British Library, Wagamama, JLR, cloud engineering, AI, Viasat Space, law, HR, social media marketing, software development, TV and film, journalism, psychology, fashion and much more. Students can use the certificate (received upon completion) as evidence for college, university and employment applications.
The Peter Symonds College application deadline is approaching fast: 11 December.
Second Hand Books Available
From Monday 27 November until the end of term (15 December), there will be a large selection of 2nd hand books available to buy at Morning and Afternoon Break for 50p each or 3 for £1.00. These make great Christmas presents. All proceeds will go towards resources for the library.
Last half term in RSHE, students made a great start to their discussion based lessons where they have explored a range of topics. The lessons are taught in tutor groups once a week. Teachers use a range of oracy based strategies including a Philosophy for Children approach. This is where students are encouraged to think more deeply through critical, creative, collaborative and caring thinking.
Click on the tabs below to find out what each year group is up to!
Year 7
Students will be identifying their own and others’ rights and responsibilities. This will be explored further by spending a few weeks on anti-bullying on and offline. Students will discuss what bullying is, what being an 'upstander' is and how to report concerns. They will then move on to looking at what a healthy lifestyle is and what young people can do to increase or maintain one. The half-term will finish with looking at the purpose of age restrictions and its links to safety.
Year 8
Students will be exploring the different types of relationships as well as discussing the qualities and characteristics of healthy relationships. This will link to discussing the meaning of consent and be introduced to contraception. We will also cover safe internet relationships and how to stay safe online.
Year 9
Students will be following a story over a few weeks exploring peer pressure and gang culture. This will include discussions on lifestyle choices, peer pressure, drug and alcohol use and knife crime. They will also look at the impacts of the use of e-cigarettes.
Year 10
Students will be exploring the values of relationships, relationship choices and online relationships. They will be discussing pressure and coercion in the upcoming lessons and also how we should treat victims/survivors.
Year 11
Students will be completing some Emergency First Aid training which will lead to a St John’s ambulance certificate, if students fulfil the practical elements of the session. Students will also cover self-examination for Breast and Testicular cancer. An example of a video on self-examination can be found here: Check Your Pair – A How-To Guide. They will also cover sexual health and donor options.
Should your child wish to seek support in any of these topics or about anything else that is worrying them, please advise them to speak to their form tutor in the first instance or request some support from our Student Support team by completing the Student Support form on the student area of the school website.
We have our reporting system 'TootToot' where students can report anonymously or with their name.
Personal Best Education is delivering the Hampshire Teen Project free for children eligible for free school meals or for families here from Ukraine, during December.
Monday 17 December - Thursday 21 December 10.00am - 3.00pm.
Locations in Hampshire are:
Mountbatten School - Romsey
Wyvern College - Eastleigh
Calthorpe School - Fleet
Wildern School - Hedge End
TBC - Basingstoke
Kings School - Winchester
A hot lunch and healthy snacks are provided for each young person in attendance.
Personal Best Education offer a range of adult classes designed to maintain physical and mental well-being as well as learning opportunities. For more information and to book, click the button below:
Unfortunately, Bluestar Bus has around 43 school & college buses all required between 12.00pm - 1.00pm on Friday 15 December.
Music Tuition - Spring Term
Lucy T 7EHK
Joe L 9JBY - Level 1
Alisha A 7MRA
Max H 7MRA
Tilda M 7JSL
Eliana B 7JSL
Summer B 11TLS
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Second Hand Books Available
