We have enjoyed some lovely weather this week and students have been able to make use of our marvellous playing fields. It has been a pleasure to see students in all year groups active and sociable in the sunshine. Whether sat in groups chatting, strolling in the shade, or playing football, students have had smiles on their faces. Spending time outside with other people, without the distraction of electronic devices, is one of life’s simple and most satisfying pleasures. I encourage everyone to take the opportunity to get outdoors this weekend and spend time with friends and family.
Year 11 have made an excellent start to their examination season. They have been calm and focused, a perfect combination. Most of the hard work has already been done, I hope they now remember to eat well, rest well and believe in themselves. The finish line is in sight and our whole community is here to support them.
Finally, we have a parent survey out at the moment. Please click the button below if you have not had the chance to complete it yet:
Wednesday 21 May
Science Department - Year 7 & 8 Trip to Cologne departs
Music Department - Spring Concert (Community Choir, Community Wind Band, Southern Brass Collective) at Abbey United Reformed Church, 7.30pm
Thursday 22 May
Nothing advised
Friday 23 May
Nothing advised
Half-Term: Monday 26 May - Friday 30 May
INSET Days for 2024/25
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.
Changes to the Bluestar 504/505: September 2025
Morning
No change aside from some very minor timing changes on 504 at Aldermoor Shops and Woburn Road Flyover to make the pickups a couple of minutes later.
Afternoon
505 route will be withdrawn
PM 504 route will therefore be the exact reverse of the morning route (serving Nursling, Lordshill Sainsburys and Lordshill Way).
Students for Upper Brownhill Road, Maybush and Shirley should use the Bluestar 4 in the morning and alight at Luzborough Roundabout (as they do now), In the afternoon they should use the 504 to Nursling Balmoral then change onto the Bluestar 4 at that stop (the Bluestar 4 timetable will be amended from September)
We are currently recruiting students to be Mountbatten Buddies for the international exchange visits in the summer term. If your child is interested in being involved, please ask them to complete the Google form linked below.
Mountbatten Buddies will be paired up with our international guests for the week where their international peer will join them in classes and at break times to fully experience life at Mountbatten. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop students' communication and leadership skills as well as getting to learn about new cultures and make new friends around the world!
Last weekend was the Southampton Schools Trampoline Competition where gymnasts competed representing their school. The Mountbatten School had a number of entries and had a successful weekend.
In the Under 13 girls’ (Year 7 & 8) category, The Mountbatten School came first as a team with Olivia B 7LAD/AGN, Eden N 7TDN, Annie G 7LAD/AGN and Amelia R 8GWT. Olivia came first as an individual in this age group and Eden second.
In the Under 16s open age category, The Mountbatten School came first as a team with Olivia B 7LAD/AGN, Eden N 7TDN and Honor F-H 9EGY. Olivia was first in this age category and Eden second.
In the Under 16s (Years 9, 10 & 11) we had Megan B 11KRL/KMN, Honor F-H 9EGY and Rebecca U 10COY competing. Megan came third in this age category and Honor came fourth.
Junior Maths Challenge - Results
Results are in for the Junior Maths Challenge run by the UK Maths Trust and the students’ excellent efforts have been acknowledged, with 34 students gaining a bronze award, 27 students gaining silver and 18 students achieving the very highly respected gold award.
We also have 9 students across Year 7 and 8 who qualified for the Junior Kangaroo, which is the next round of the competition and will take place on 10th June. Congratulations to Digby G 7VTE, Emily W 7OWS, Noah M 7OWS, Finlay O 8ERL, Bradley V D M 8GWT, Jude C 8ADY, Kira P 8TIS Kate B 8JWS and Isaac C 8KGK.
Free Accessible Learning about Emotional Health & Wellbeing
Hampshire County Council fund sponsorship of inourplace to make invaluable NHS learning and content free for local parents/carers.
Inourplace is an online learning environment developed by psychologists and health practitioners providing accessible learning about emotional health and wellbeing, proven to positively impact mental health, behaviour and relationships.
Main Pay Scale/Upper pay Scale
Required from September 2025
The Mountbatten School English Faculty is committed to helping all students become happy, confident, curious and knowledgeable learners. Our students experience a range of texts and opportunities to discover the magic of words.
Congratulations to the following students for levelling up on Sparx Maths!
Zachary P 7BPY - Level 20
Harrison S 7OWS - Level 20
Matthew P 7VTE - Level 20
Lucy T 8ERL - Level 30
Evie E 8MAZ - Level 30
Jake B 8ERL - Level 35
Zunayrah R 10IHS - Level 45
Ollie C 10JBY - Level 50
Izabela S 9BCY - Level 50
Kara P 9DDY - Level 50
Matthew S 9DDY - Level 50
Priyana G J 10LJS - Level 80
Geography Department
Geography Stars
Elsie W 7EHK
Lana D 7VTE
Reuben D 8KGK
Jack W 8GWT
English Department
English Stars
Taran V 8MAZ
Bradley V D M 8GWT
Kelsey C 8GWT
Corey F 9MJS/CEE
Charlotte W 10COY
Daniel C 11KRL/KMN
Libby C 11RCS
Media Department
Media Stars
Alica M 10JFR
Liam O 10JBY
Luka E 10JGO/DDN
Catherine P 10RGY/SNN
Jude M 10RGY/SNN
MFL Department
MFL Stars
Blake S 7TDN
Alice C 9PSN
Izzy K 9DDY
Anabelle B 9TLS
Drama Department
Drama Stars
Arty W 7EML
Ellen S 9TLS
Anna L 9BCY
Sophia C 9RLR/HMS
Emmie W 9DDY
Jesse L 9PSN
Science Department
Super Scientists
Oscar B 7EML
Harry Y 8JWS
James C 10JGO/DDN
Nyela D 10VGN
Priyana G J 10LJS
Rachael J 10RGY/SNN
James L 10LJS
Charley R 10IHS
Zunayrah R 10IHS
Blake B 11AWE/RAR
Music Department
Congratulations to all students who performed and technicians who supported in this year’s music festival. The standard this year has been exceptional, and we would like to thank everyone for all of their efforts. We are very excited for the Festival Final this evening and to celebrate the incredible music you make.
Click the drop-down menus below to find out more about different careers updates/opportunities coming up for our students.
Arlington Fleet
Another group of students visited Arlington Fleet this week. They had the opportunity to view the company’s large maintenance facilities where different train components such as carriages, wheels and bogies are repaired, as well as the new paint shop and shunter train depot. Students really enjoyed the visit and were in awe of the different activities happening around the 46-acre depot.
Parker Meggit, a large Aerospace company in Fareham, has launched its 2025 Apprenticeship campaign. Job roles include: Business Admin, Engineering Technician, Customer Services, HR Support. Further details can be found in the flyer and here: https://www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk parker-meggitt
Year 11 University Open Days
It is not too early for Year 11s to have a look around various universities for inspiration! Southampton University has the following open days scheduled:
21 and 22 June
14 September
5 and 18 October
Our Undergraduate Open Days will feature representation from all subjects and Highfield Campus, the National Oceanography Centre, Avenue Campus and Southampton Boldrewood Innovation Campus will all be open for prospective students to explore. Prospective students can book their place on an open dayvia the website.
Year 7 – 11 CareerMag – careers information for parents
Please find link for the latest edition of CareerMag.
RSHE lessons have continued to be taught each week in tutor groups. Do ask your child what they have been learning about and encourage them to ask further questions.
In lesson, 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 have been discussing what a diverse society looks like and what the protected characteristics of the equalities act are. This has led to identifying and challenging stereotypes and what discrimination is. Students are also exploring what prejudice and bias looks like within the media and how they can research and find their own facts. Students are also identifying who their role models are and what influences they have upon them, as well as how to manage peer pressure. This leads on to exploring how to keep safe within society and within relationships.
Year 8
Students have been busy identifying what constitutes a healthy relationship and discussing how to form positive and healthy new friendships. This moves onto exploring their online activity and behaviours with the aim to reduce online risks and develop their digital resilience. Students also explore the importance of human rights and responsibilities within society, the school environment and the workplace and how to challenge discrimination. They will also discuss lifestyle choices by considering the risks and effects of alcohol, smoking and vaping.
Year 9
Students are exploring the risks associated with gangs, crime and violence. The influences of peers and the pressures that may come with that, how to support a friend who may find themselves in negative relationships and why some people may be drawn into risky behaviours are discussed as well as being supported by an assembly from an outside speaker. Lifestyle choices and drugs and vaping are specifically explored to support students’ health and wellbeing.
Year 10
Students have been reflecting on their work experience placements by sharing their experiences and feedback with one another. They have also been completing their workbooks and evidence in preparation for their World of Work certification. They will then move on to considering role models and aspirations before revisiting online safety and appropriate online material.
Year 11
Students complete their RSHE program this term ahead of their exams after they spend some time reflecting on their RSHE journey throughout their time at Mountbatten from Year 7 to Year 11. They will discuss some sensitive topics around pregnancy, miscarriage and abortion as well as positive relationships and consent. We hope that our RSHE curriculum will help our students stay healthy and happy during and long after their exams.
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.
Please note all calls both to and from the school are recorded for training and monitoring purposes.
May Half-Term Multi-Activity Camp – Plus, Discover New Fun Sessions!
Personal Best Education’s popular Multi-Activity Camp will be returning to The Mountbatten School this May half-term!
Join us for four action-packed days from Tuesday 27 May to Friday 30 May, running daily from 8.30am to 4.30pm. Open to children from Year 1 to Year 7, our camp offers a brilliant mix of activities, including laser tag, multi-sports, inflatable obstacle course fun, cooking and baking and arts and crafts.
The full-day camp costs £30.00 per day, or save 10% when you book the full week. We accept childcare vouchers and the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.
New for May Half-Term – Discover Flexible Workshops & Fun Sessions!
We know flexibility is key for busy families, so alongside our full-day camp, Personal Best Education is offering a choice of two-hour workshops and fun sessions — perfect for children who want to try something new and for parents who want a couple of hours to themselves!
All sessions must be pre-booked and paid for in advance.
Cooking Workshops – £12.50 per session Tuesday 27 May
• 11.00am – 1.00pm (Year R – Year 2)
• 1.30pm – 3.30pm (Year 3 – Year 7)
Baking Workshops – £12.50 per session Wednesday 28 May
• 11.00am – 1.00pm (Year R – Year 2)
• 1.30pm – 3.30pm (Year 3 – Year 7)
Laser Tag Fun Sessions – £9.50 per session Thursday 29 May
• 11.00am – 1.00pm (Year R – Year 2)
• 1.30pm – 3.30pm (Year 3 – Year 7)
Inflatable Fun Sessions – £7.50 per session Friday 30 May
• 11.00am – 1.00pm (Year R – Year 2)
• 1.30pm – 3.30pm (Year 3 – Year 7)
Whether you book a full day, several days, all four, or just a short session – our flexible options are designed to suit your needs.
For more details and to book, click the button below.
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Noah M 7OWS
Elsie W 7EHK
Taran V 8MAZ
Alica M 10JFR
Blake S 7TDN
Arty W 7EML
Oscar B 7EML
