Monday 14 July
Year 9 Celebration Day

Tuesday 15 July
Year 7 Celebration Afternoon
Year 8 Celebration Morning

Wednesday 16 July
Sports Day

Thursday 17 July
Nothing advised

Friday 18 July
Nothing advised

Ethan M 7LAD/AGN

Lucy H 7TDN

Millie G 8KGK

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

• Izzy S 7CPE/HGR - Level 15
• Alicja F 7TDN - Level 20
• Fern H 7TDN - Level 20
• Zach L 8JAD - Level 35
• Tom F 8LHG - Level 35
• Oliver S 8ERL - Level 40
• Tilly E 10RMN - Level 45
• Milla K 9MJS/CEE - Level 45
• Emily C 10IHS - Level 50
• Freddie H 9CBN - Level 50
• Martha P 10RMN - Level 55
• Keelie S 9RLR/HMS - Level 55

Evie S 7EML

Josh B 7SCD

Blake C 7TDN

Erin M 7LHG

Nida Z 8ERL

David D 9MJS/CEE

Corin C 9CBN

Nicole L 10COY

Alica M 10JFR

Tilly P 10RLE

Luka E 10JGO/DDN

Charlotte W 10COY

Emma F 10RGY/SNN

Luke E 7EML

Grace H 7EML

Eleanor K 7EML

William M 7EML

Penny W 7EML

Jovan C 9RLR/HMS

Rhys M 9BCY

Emily N 9BCY

Amy R 9DDY

Harry W 9DDY

An enormous congratulations to all the students who took part in the visiting artist programme. Composing, rehearsing & recording an original track with the rap sensation ‘Baby Pana’ in conjunction with the Turner Sims and funded by Hampshire music service.

The students involved were:

• Tommy L 7EML
• Tom C 8ADY
• Jayden S 7EML
• Hamish N 8LHG
• Dumani P 8LHG
• Harry W 8MAZ
• Reece B 8GWT
• Braylee J 8JWS
• Max M 8JAD
• Harvey W 8JAD
• Max C 8GWT

Edward V 9TLS has passed Percussion Academy Drum Kit Grade 7 with Distinction.

This week saw the conclusion of the Year 10 college taster days. Students took part in taster lessons and enjoyed the ‘grown-up’ atmosphere of the various college campuses.

A big thank you to Barton Peveril, Richard Taunton, Itchen, Southampton City and Eastleigh College for hosting our students. We would like to congratulate all students on their excellent conduct over the five taster days. They have represented the school in the best way possible, which was noted and commented on by the colleges!

We were invited to the Health Science Faculty at the University of Southampton to take part in a range of interactive sessions to learn more about careers in midwifery, nursing, audiology and physiotherapy.

Students were impressed by the facilities they encountered: a hospital ward with very realistic dummies, which they could practise their skills on, such as baby hip testing, basic care skills and the delivery of a baby via a fully automated birthing robot. They also valued the opportunity to speak to nursing students who have chosen different post-16 paths to suit their needs, leading to the same qualifications eventually.

Students who enjoy academic learning could consider more science based A Levels whilst those who prefer practical learning with no end-of-year exams could choose a BTEC or T Level course such as Health and Social Care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.