Autumn leaves are a stunning display of how the change of season transforms our world. The tapestry of colour is wonderful…until the leaf blower has to come out! It may not have been ‘Boston in the Fall’ but I think we will all take ‘dry and cloudy’!
Behaviour has been a real positive this week and all this term. Staff have awarded 117,664 positive epraise points since September, compared to only 6668 negative demerits. This is a positive to negative ratio of over 17:1 which is a credit to both our students, for being great, and to our staff, for always trying to find the positive and taking the time to record it!
Thank you to all of you who use epraise regularly to both celebrate the positive at home, whilst also giving a gentle reminder to turn up to a detention if your child has got something wrong. If you need any help setting it up on your phone or computer. please click here.
As we settle into the colder months, please make sure your child wears their coat (and not a hoodie!) to school. We all know how important it is to get some fresh air during a break. Some take a stroll, some sit and have a chat, whilst others run around playing football! Fresh air and natural light boost both our physical and mental health. They are great at providing a quick reset and recharge before our next lessons! I know I benefit from a quick stroll and chatting to our lovely students!
This week, Lower School assemblies have looked at bike safety and respecting your neighbours. Recently, we have had a few incidents of both dangerous riding and disrespectful behaviour. Thank you to the vast majority who get it right. Can you please have a chat with your child, encouraging them to continue to be the great ambassadors they are and to always report any negative behaviours they witness. Only then, can we educate those getting it wrong and be the neighbours we want to be.
Have a lovely weekend.
Click here to see what's on next week:
Monday 11 November
Sibling Photographs
Tuesday 12 November
Science Department - Williams Racing STEM Day 7.15am - 3.30pm
Wednesday 13 November
Year 11 CRY Screenings
Thursday 14 November
Club Links & Further/Higher Education Evening in the Olympic Hall, 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Friday 15 November
Nothing advised
Saturday 16 November
Music Department - Brass Dectet playing at Christmas Fair (Joint Charities Event) Crosfield Hall, Romsey, 11.30am - 1.00pm
INSET Days for 2024/25
Monday 24 February 2025
Thursday 3 July 2025
Every effort is made to ensure these dates are accurate. There are occasions when circumstances beyond our control may result in changes.
Remembrance Day - Cadet/Scout Uniforms
On Monday 11 November, our professional photographer will be in school.
If your child will be attending school in a cadet or scout uniform for Remembrance Day as they are invited to do on Monday and you would like them to have their professional photograph taken, please email Samantha.connors@mountbatten.school with the student name and tutor group.
Sibling Photograph Session - Monday 11 November 2024
This is your last chance to sign up for the sibling photograph session on Monday 11 November, 2024 from 09.00am - 1.00pm. If you have sibling children in the school and would like them photographed together, please complete the Google Form below by the end of Friday 8 November 2024.
This is a reminder that our Community Club Links Evening is on Thursday 14 November!
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to come and explore Sports Clubs and Physical Activity on their doorstep and to gather information from community club representatives.
For more information, please click the button below to view the letter. To sign up, either select the link in the letter, or scan the QR code in the flyer.
We are delighted to also be able to invite our local primary school teachers, students and their families to the event. If this is relevant to you, please complete the Primary School Club Links Google Form.
Post Looked After Children (PLAC)
If you are the parent or carer of a child who was previously looked after (this is anyone who has been in the care system and now resides with you under an adoption process or similar) there is support available in school to help ensure your child has the maximum opportunity to reach their full educational potential.
Please email Natalie.Harper@mountbatten.school if you would like to know more about what we can do to support your child's educational progress and achievement.
This is voluntary information sharing and will be handled with sensitivity; we would request documentation of the adoption order or similar, which would be kept securely and confidentially.
KS3 Celebrate 'Day of the Dead' with Cultural Altar & Video Project
Before half-term, our KS3 students embraced the chance to learn about Mexican culture by creating a collaborative altar inspired by El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.
They explored the traditions behind this vibrant celebration, comparing it with Halloween to understand the different ways cultures remember loved ones.
As part of the project, they created a video documenting their work and discoveries, which we are excited to announce has been entered into a competition at Southampton University. We’re proud of our students’ creativity and hard work and look forward to hearing the results!
We are seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant or Teaching Assistant to work in the classroom supporting students with a range of special educational needs.
The Geography Department would like to thank our superb Year 11 Geography cohort for their cooperation, curiosity and support of the Southampton case study trips this week.
It was a pleasure to explore our local city together to evaluate the challenges and opportunities that urban change can create. We have been so impressed with the work ethic of our geographers and we would also like to thank parents and carers for their support in making these trips possible. Well done, Year 11!
The Geography Department
English Department
English Stars
Alice T 8JAD
Lorenzo W 8MAZ
Becca N 9DDY
Lucy W 10COY
Ben G 10JFR
Media Department
Media Stars
Ben G 10VGN
Lilly K 10JBY
Eve H 10RGY/SNN
Bradley C 10COY
Marlie H 10JGO/DDN
MFL Department
MFL Stars
Eva P 7SCD
Aniya S 7OWS
Emma C 8MAZ
Seb B 8GWT
Megan S 9LHK/EBT
James M 10RMN
Hilmi W 10RGY/SNN
James C 10JGO/DDN
Evie S 11SBS/NKY
Luke W 11AOR
Mandarin Stars
Nathan J 7SCD
Luke B 8DCR/ESY
Kira P 8TIS
Sunny C 9CBN
Muhammed P 9SDN/SWT
Eve L 10LJS
Drama Department
Drama Stars
Eleanor K 7EML
Indiana F 8JWS
Kyla B 9BCY
Olivia M 10JFR
Catherine P 10GY/SNN
Autumn V 11JLR/MSD
Science Department
Super Scientists
Tilly U 9TLS
Amelia W 9SDN/SWT
Theoni M-J 10VGN
Oliver N 11AOR
History Department
History Stars
Henry C 7LAD/AGN
River M-J 7EML
Oliver H 8MAZ
Lucy T 8ERL
Harry M 9LHK/EBT
Paul B 9TLS
Fin P 10VGN
Katie P-K 11AOR
RE Department
RE Stars
Casey P 7BPY
Arthur M 7VTE
Jacob M 8JWS
Tolly C 8LHG
Jessica W 8KGK
Music Department
Percussion Academy Drum Kit Exams
The following students have passed Percussion Academy Drum Kit exams –
Samuel S 11KRL/KMN Grade 2 with Distinction
Adam W 9TLS Grade 4 with Merit
Click the drop-down menus below to find out more about different careers opportunities coming up for our students.
Green Careers Week
This week, students took part in ‘Green Careers Week, learning about the wide range of green jobs available across different industries. Please find the parent/carer guide herefor further information.
Year 10 Work Experience
If your child is interested in a placement with Roke Manor (a local IT / technology company), the Army or Mottisfont (ideal for those keen on nature and history), please contact the Careers Department.
Upcoming College Open Events
9 November: Sparsholt College
9 November: Brockenhurst College
12 November: City College Southampton
13 November: Richard Taunton College
Last half-term in RSHE, students made a great start to their discussion-based lessons where they 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 skills. Below are links to more information regarding RSHE.
Students will be exploring healthy living this half-term. They will be identifying what type of lifestyle they lead by considering their diet and exercise habits. They will also consider dental hygiene and pressures from the cosmetics industry. Energy drinks and caffeine will also be discussed, as well as the importance of sleep and brain development. Vaping will be the final topic in this healthy living series and we hope students will recognise the known and unknown risks associated with e-cigarettes.
Year 8
Students will be exploring the online world this half-term. They will be considering the impacts of social media and their responsibilities when it comes to online activity. They will also discuss the stress that can come with managing various online platforms and how media sources can have bias, misinformation and disinformation and it is therefore important to validate the information they view.
Year 9
Students will be exploring internet safety this half-term. They will consider how to use the internet safely and appropriately, as well as identifying what digital resilience is and how to develop it to keep themselves safe and happy. Students will also be completing their #beewell surveys this half-term, which will provide us with an insight into the mental health and wellbeing of our students, which helps inform our RSHE themes and in school support.
Year 10
Students will be exploring mental health and wellbeing this half-term. They will consider who are role models and what they may aspire to be like now and in the future. They will also consider how to reframe negative thinking to take a more positive approach to challenges and ways in which they can support mental and emotional wellbeing including mindfulness and signposting on how to access quality support and guidance if ever needed.
Year 11
Students will be completing some Emergency First Aid training which will lead to a St John’s ambulance certificate if students fulfill the practical elements of the session. Students will also explore peer pressure and ways to manage it as well as discussing risky behaviours and lifestyle choices such as substance abuse.
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.
Childline also offers a range of support and resources.
Absolute Tennis - Indoor & Outdoor Tennis local to you!
Absolute Tennis is a local tennis provider which runs tennis classes for juniors and adults. Their venues are The Mountbatten School & Knightwood Leisure Centre. See the drop-downs below to some of the upcoming sessions that are available.
Indoor Juniors Sessions in term time - Sports Hall at Mountbatten School
Please note all calls both to and from the school are recorded for training and monitoring purposes.
December Half-Term Activity Camp
Looking to keep your children active and entertained during the Christmas Holidays? Our December Activity Camp is packed with exciting activities, including the ever-popular giant inflatable obstacle course, team games, creative challenges, and more!
Whether your child loves sports, arts, or adventure, there’s something for everyone!
Don’t miss out—book now to secure your child’s place!
Dates: Monday 23rd December, Thursday 2nd January & Friday 3rd January
Time: 8.30am to 4.30pm
Free for children who receive benefit related free school meals
This is a reminder that our Community Club Links Evening is on Thursday 14 November!
Before half-term, our KS3 students embraced the chance to learn about Mexican culture by creating a collaborative altar inspired by El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. 
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Digby G 7VTE
George H 7VTE
Alice T 8JAD
Ben G 10VGN
Eva P 7SCD
Nathan J 7SCD
Eleanor K 7EML
Tilly U 9TLS
Henry C 7LAD/AGN
Casey P 7BPY
