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Friday 2 February 2024

Mrs N Harper - Director of RSHE & Safeguarding

This year’s theme for Children’s Mental Health week is "My Voice Matters.” Its aim is to encourage children and young people to explore the many different ways they can communicate and express themselves, whether through art, music, sport, writing, or simply through open dialogue. Our plethora of school clubs create spaces where our students can feel comfortable expressing their emotions and thoughts without fear of judgement. Our Wellbeing Ambassadors are supporting some of our lunch and after-school clubs to provide peer support and company.

As a school community, we are committed to promoting the wellbeing of our students and ensuring that they feel supported and valued. We aim to equip our students with the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence throughout our curriculum. Last week, the Safeguarding team delivered assemblies to remind students of what they can do to seek support or guidance and how best to share any concerns they have for friends and peers.


Click here to see what's on next week:

 

Monday 5 February
Nothing advised

Tuesday 6 February
Nothing advised

Wednesday 7 February
MFL Department - Year 8 MEP Trip to London 7.30am - 4.45pm

Thursday 8 February
Year 7 Parents' Evening (Virtual) 4.15pm - 7.15pm

Friday 9 February
MFL Department - Year 7 MEP Trip to Bay House School 8.30am - 3.00pm

Half-Term: Monday 12 February - Friday 16 February

INSET Days for 2023/24
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 


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Late Bus Update

Due to the Winchester Road Closure, we will not be running late buses after extra-curricular activities for students from Monday 19 February until Friday 23 February. Please ensure you make alternative arrangements for this week.


Year 9 Options

 

Year 9 Options closes on Monday 5 February.  Please ensure all option choices have been made and parent/carers have approved them through the SIMS Parent App or emailed options@mountbatten.school by this date.


Chinese New Year Celebrations

The Dragon, wise and powerful, is the most important symbol in Chinese culture! It is the only mythical animal in the 12 Chinese zodiacs. It embodies courage, confidence, and adventurous spirit, representing success and ambition. People born in the Year of the Dragon are thought to possess many of these traits.

Our Chinese Visiting Students join the Tea Ceremony

To celebrate the Chinese New Year of Dragon, The Mountbatten School offers a range of exciting activities, inviting students to explore, experience and expand their knowledge and understanding of this unique culture. These include not only a Cultural quiz competition amongst tutors, cross-curriculum activities in lessons and educational trips, but also a Chinese meal in the canteen (8 February), as well as a bake sale and a bubble tea sale, aiming at supporting the Save the Children charity. Click here to hear from the students on the Mandarin Excellence Programme (MEP) about the celebration programme.


Hampshire Libraries: Online Courses for Parents/Carers in February

Hampshire Libraries are offering free online courses this February. These courses are aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+. For more information and to book, click the button below.

Participants will be required to use Zoom

Learning in Libraries - Parent Courses


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19 Jan 2024
Teacher of Religious Education (full time, permanent) - Main Pay Scale
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly successful RE Department within the Humanities Faculty.
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19 Jan 2024
Administrative Assistant
25 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (Term time + 1 week) Grade C – Actual Salary: £13,702 - £14,309 (depending on experience)
Read more
30 Nov 2023
Teacher of Technology - Part time (temporary maternity cover)
Main or Upper Pay Scale depending on experience 0.8 contract
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Maths Department

Maths Stars

 

Max H 7MRA

Kacy K 7ERL

Megan S 8LHK/EPK

Ollie A 8DDY

Joelle M 9MRT/OJN

Sparx Maths Level Up

 

Congratulations to the following students for levelling up on Sparx Maths!

Level 2

 

Sophia C 8ADY

Joey McH 8AWS

Amy T 8EGY

Nevaeh H 8HHN

Eve H 8HHN

Chloe M 8SGY

Charley R 9IHS

Phoebe C 9JFR

Josh M 9JFR

James M 9JFR

Owen B 9MRT/OJN

James L 9RLE

Camilla S 9YDS/EGE

Rowan S 10AOR

Louis L 10HCS

Finley B 10JLR/MSD

George C 10JLR/MSD

Jack R 10PWR

Level 3

 

Capeson T 9RMN

Emma L 10AWE/RAR

Beth W 10SBS

Level 4

 

Jack E 8ADY

Sophia T 8ADY

Alex S 9JBY


Geography Department

Geography Stars

 

Eddie A 7MRA

Niyel S 7JAD

Sophia H 8EGY


MFL Department

MFL Stars

 

Jamie P 7TDN

Taran V 7TDN

Maisie R 8SGY

Amelia S 9RGY/JGO

James C 9JFR

Finley M 10HCS

Bella W 11RCS


Science Department

Super Scientists

 

Chloe M 8SGY

Amy L 9RGY/JGO

Charlie P 9JBY

Kate W 9MRT/OJN

Jay D 10BHT/CFT

Liam H 10SBS

Ellie M 11HDE

Emily S-J 11VTE

Kate V 11RLR/SOE


Music Department

Hampshire Music Certificates of Achievement - Flute Playing

 

Sophia C 8ADY – Introductory Stage

Chloe M 8SGY – Introductory Stage

Harriet W 8SGY – Introductory Stage

Anna L 8DCR/BCY – Stage 3

Tilly U 8HHN – Stage 3


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Click the drop-down menus below to find out more about different careers opportunities coming up for our students.

Year 11 Peter Symonds College Interviews

This week the college conducted their interviews in school and commented on how well students have conducted themselves. Students were well informed, organised and had a good idea about future pathways.

Year 11 Apprenticeships

 

Please see flyer for the apprenticeship provider PETA.

Year 10 & Year 11 College Open Events

 

3 February: Sparsholt College


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Click on the tabs below to find out what each year group is exploring in RSHE this term!

Year 7

 

This half-term, Year 7 will be exploring how to lead healthy lifestyles by considering what health and fitness is before identifying the need for good food, sleep and exercise habits. Students will also explore the impacts of energy drinks and caffeine-based drinks on health and fitness and the law around the sale and consumption of some products. Students will also consider how oral hygiene is important and how lifestyle can affect teeth and gums. Vaping will also be explored, providing students with the opportunity to consider the law, recent guidance and the worrying effects of using E-cigarettes.

Year 8

 

This half-term, Year 8 will be exploring healthy lifestyles and good physical health, as well as how to maintain emotional wellbeing and self-worth, when using social media. Media bias and different media sources will also be covered, so we can encourage students to consider what influences they may be exposed to and what the reliability and validity of different news sources are.

Year 9

 

Year 9 will begin the new year by considering what supports healthy living and how to lead a healthy lifestyle at this age. This also includes how to maintain positive mental health and self-worth when using social media. Students will consider how their own self-perception and internet use may be linked and correlated. Students will participate in some basic First Aid training looking at CPR and the recovery position, as well as the use of an AED.

Year 10

 

Year 10 will kick-start the new term with a recap on healthy living and positive lifestyle choices. Students will be given the opportunity to identify which strategies suit them best when finding relaxation techniques. This then leads into exploring the impacts of drug and alcohol use. Students will consider their current understanding and perceptions of various substances, explore how to manage the risks associated with their use and how to keep themselves and others safe  as well as where to seek advice and information in the future. The influences of gang culture and county lines will also be explored.

Year 11

 

Year 11 will start the term exploring different stereotypes and ways to challenge them. They will identify what their core values are and how to consider those of others. Students will look at how people identify and explore how they respect the decisions of others. They will also explore why some teenagers are likely to partake in risky behaviours.

Should your child wish to seek support related to 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.

Other local support can be found at Youth In Romsey and No Limits.

Childline also offer a range of support and resources.


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Whole School

None

Year 7

None

Year 8

Year 8 Mini-Options Evening

Year 9

None

Year 10

None

Year 11

None

Y7 Parents' Evening (online)
4:15pm – 7:15pm
08
February
Half-Term
All Day
From 12 Feb until 16 Feb
12
February
Y11 MFL Speaking Mock Exams
All Day
19
February
INSET DAY - Whole School (apart from Y11 MFL Speaking Exams)
All Day
19
February

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Fitness Suite

The Personal Best Fitness Suite membership now includes:

  • 10% off exercise classes - these include: Pilates, Legs, Bums and Tums as well as Zumba.
  • If you need a helping hand and are looking to add a personal trainer to your 2024 goals then we are also offering 10% off for all members.

If you are a member, then start enjoying these perks now and if you are not a member, what’s stopping you? Join today!

Join now!


NEW Introduction to British Sign Language

Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn British Sign Language and embark on a journey of communication, inclusivity, and personal growth with Personal Best Education! Starting on Wednesday 21 February.

To book a place, press the button below.

Book now!

NEW Zumba Class

Get ready to dance, sweat and have a blast with Personal Best's dynamic Zumba workouts in the Olympic Hall! Starting Monday 29 January.

Perfect for all fitness levels - whether you're a seasoned dancer or just wanting to keep fit. Click below to sign up!

Book now!


February Half-Term Mountbatten Activity Camp

Bookings are now open for the Personal Best Education February half-term Activity Camp, running from Monday 12 February - Friday 16 February 2024. 

For further information and to book, click the button below:

Sign up now!