Sports leadership at The Mountbatten School is a progressive pathway that develops young leaders from primary school through to Year 11. Delivered in partnership with Hampshire School Games and the Leadership Skills Foundation, the programme builds confidence, character, and community impact through our “Leadership Ladder.”
Each year, around 30 students per primary school are identified for leadership potential and complete Young Leaders training. For 2025/2026, 302 Year 5 Sports Leaders have been trained, supporting activities in their own schools and volunteering at Mountbatten festivals. From this group, 44 Bronze Ambassadors are selected in Year 6, all contributing to Mountbatten-led events.
On joining Mountbatten, Bronze Ambassadors continue their journey, supported by additional outstanding leaders identified by PE staff. These students help run clubs, lead at festivals, and contribute to the PE student voice. For 2025/2026, there are 34 Year 7 Ambassadors. In Year 8, the programme opens to all students via application; currently 22 Year 8 leaders are trained, with numbers expected to rise to 40–60 after the upcoming training day.
By Year 9, leaders are fully trained and take on greater responsibility across school and community events, with 48 Year 9 leaders currently active.
In Year 10, all students complete the Level 1 Leadership Skills Foundation accreditation, embedding core leadership skills. This year, 68 Year 10 students are progressing through this course. While Year 11 students do not formally participate due to exam commitments, many continue to lead within clubs and community sport.
Mountbatten delivers 32 school festivals and 4 County events each year, supported by additional Personal Best Education events. Before every festival, a leadership workshop equips students with the knowledge and confidence needed to deliver high-quality activities for primary pupils.
Sports leadership is just one aspect of the rich and varied leadership opportunities that Mountbatten offers all its students.
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Monday 24 November
Nothing advised
Tuesday 25 November
Nothing advised
Wednesday 26 November
Nothing advised
Thursday 27 November
Nothing advised
Friday 28 November
Nothing advised
INSET Days for 2025/26
Monday 23 February 2026
Thursday 2 July 2026
Every effort is made to ensure these dates are accurate. There are occasions when circumstances beyond our control may result in changes.
Christmas Lunch Festivities
We are delighted to invite students to join us for our inaugural Christmas lunch festivities. This new event brings students and staff together to celebrate the holiday season in a warm and joyful atmosphere.
Each year group will enjoy their Christmas lunch during either Period 4 or Period 5, featuring traditional festive favourites. Students who prefer to bring their own lunch are still welcome to join their peers, and share in the celebration (please still complete the Google Form if your child is attending with a packed lunch). Alternative canteen options will be available, but limited to a ‘grab and go’ hot lunch.
✨ What’s on offer:
• A delicious, hot festive meal
• Time to enjoy the company of friends and teachers
• A chance to mark the end of term in true festive spirit
💷 Cost: £3.50 per student, to be paid in advance on Scopay.
(If a child is eligible for Free School Meals, the cost will be covered.)
📝 To help with catering numbers, please complete the Google Form in the letter sent home, or via the button below, and make payment via Scopay by the end of the day on Monday 24 November if your child wishes to have the Christmas lunch, including any allergies.
We have been made aware of a pop-up that is appearing on Roblox, encouraging children to download an app called 'pollybuzz' (or pollyfuzz in some spelling cases).
The app seems quite simple where children are asked questions, and it generates an Artificial Intelligence ‘friend’ – this starts off quite innocently but then begins to show extreme content (including suicide, self-harm and pornography). It may be helpful to remind children about not clicking on pop-ups in games and to report anything that is worrying or inappropriate to a trusted adult.
Parental controls will stop some pop-ups, but not all, so appropriate supervision is still required.
Maths Department
Maths Stars
Nula S 8HGR
Jak T-R 8VTE
Nick C 8HGR
Harrison S 8OWS
Seb B 9JAD
Alice T 9JAD
Sam H 9JAD
Nicolas M 10BCY
Geography Department
Geography Stars
Lucas L 7ONL
Lacey T 7ONL
Pippa H 8SGY
Anna W 8TDN
Adam S 8OWS
Tallulah W 8HGR
Luca P 8LAD/DDN
Aniya S 8OWS
Charlie H 8KSH
Lucy M 8SGY
Pippa L 9RCS
Max T 9HST
English Department
English Stars
Mackenzie S 7ILN
Violet R 7KMN/KRL
Louise J 10BCY
Gracie K 11JGO/EPK
MFL Department
MFL Stars
Harry Y 7ILN
Oliver E 7LPO
Jack H 8KSH
Ivy D 8VTE
Isaac C 9HST
Nathan R 9MAZ
Eshana K 10HMS/NKY
Mandarin Stars
Pippa H 8SGY
Edward F 9ERL
Alejandro C 10DDY
Matthew H 10DDY
Alastair H 11SBS/EGE
Izzy F 11LJS/JLR
Drama Department
Drama Stars
Poppy W 7LPO
Digby G 8VTE
Elena B 9ERL
Bella W 10BCY
Lucy W 11DDY
Wiktor W 11RLE
Science Department
Super Scientists
Clark H 7DVA
Saifan A 7ILN
Nick C 8HGR
Emily R 8LAD/DDN
Michael Q 10PSN
Emily C 11IHS
Lola B 11COY
Connor B 11COY
Poppie P 11IHS
Jessica T 11AWE/RAR
History Department
History Stars
Evie S 8HSN
Macie P 8OWS
Sophie H 8KKY
Fleur R 9MAZ
Harry P 10BCY
Poppy H 11SBS/EGE
Alfie P 11LJS/JLR
RE Department
RE Stars
Willow G 7AGN/BHT
Evelyn B 7LPO
Logan R 8TDN
Nathan R 9MAZ
Ava S 10LHK/EBT
Tommy M 10TLS
Leah D 10CBN
Matthew B 11COY
Isabelle M 11COY
Fleur G 11RLE
Design Technology Department
DT Stars
Congratulations to Megan S 10LHK/EBT, who was selected as 'Designer of the Week', week commencing 10 November!
Congratulations to Hamish N 9LHG, who was selected as 'Chef of the Week', week commencing 10 November!
Congratulations to Xander L 9ADY, who has been selected as 'Designer of the Week'!
Congratulations to Evie S 9GWT/CFT, who has been selected as 'Chef of the Week'!
Mental Wellbeing Ambassadors Course
Congratulations to the following students on the completion of their Mental Wellbeing Ambassadors Course:
Ellie E-S 10BCY
Maddison D 9DCR/JLE
Megan C 9GWT/CFT
Daria A 9GWT/CFT
Toby C 9GWT/CFT
Emilia B 9JAD
Melissa G 9LHG
Eliana B 9LHG
Olly S 9RCS
Click the drop-down menus below to find out more about updates in the Careers Department and different careers opportunities coming up for our students.
Year 11 Preparing for University
London University Careers Service has designed a free course for 16-19 year olds to support students preparing for university. The modules explore key aspects of student life, including accommodation decisions, budgeting, travel and managing part-time work. Click here to access the short course.
Year 11 Armed Forces Phase 1 Preparation Course
Please see this flyer from MPCT and how it can help students to improve their fitness and deepen military knowledge before enlisting in the Armed Forces.
Year 9-11 Discover Careers in Hospitality: Apprenticeships & Technical Routes with Hampshire Careers Hub!
Join us for an inspiring live broadcast that opens the doors to the vibrant world of hospitality – from hotels and restaurants to events and tourism!
The broadcast will be on Sunday 23 November via the LearnLive Channel, each hour from 9am-3pm
This interactive broadcast will introduce students to the incredible opportunities available through apprenticeships and technical education, helping them explore exciting and rewarding career paths within the sector.
Students will discover:
The diverse range of roles across hospitality.
Real-world learning and hands-on experience through apprenticeships.
How technical qualifications can lead to long-term success.
The truth behind common myths about working in hospitality.
Plus, a panel of industry experts and training providers will be live to answer student questions in real time!
These Foundation Open Events are designed to support young people with Special Educational needs. We want to create a calm, welcoming environment so that our visitors can feel comfortable visiting our campus. These events are for young individuals who are interested in joining one of our Foundation Learning Study Programmes designed for students aged 16 to 24 who need to develop confidence and social skills and may require extra support to complete set work in a mainstream environment. Students may have attended a school for those with SEN, have an Education, Health and Care Plan, had learning support at school, or not achieved the grades to move to a vocational Level 1 programme.
The event is open to all students from Year 9. Starting the process early, means we can support smoother transitions and ensure Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) are relevant and up to date.
What’s on offer at the Foundation Open Event:
Parent Networking: Chat with other SEN parents whose young people attend the college.
County Information: Meet a representative from Hampshire’s SEN team to answer questions about the consultation process, transport, and timelines.
1:1 Staff Consultations: Discuss the best study programmes tailored to your young person’s needs.
College Tours: Explore our wider facilities in a relaxed atmosphere.
Curriculum Talks: Learn about our curriculum and how we prepare students for adulthood.
Activities: Opportunities for young people to try out fun and engaging activities during the visit.
Our Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) programme is delivered by form tutors who know their students well, creating a safe and supportive environment for exploring sensitive topics. This familiar relationship enables open dialogue and builds trust, allowing students to engage more confidently with challenging subject matter.
At the heart of our programme is an oracy-based methodology that prioritises discussion, debate and collaborative exploration. Rather than simply receiving information, students are encouraged to express their thoughts and questions in a supportive environment while listening respectfully to diverse viewpoints and experiences. They engage in meaningful dialogue with peers and their form tutor, developing confidence in articulating their ideas and concerns whilst practising essential communication skills that will serve them throughout life.
Our approach fosters critical thinking skills by encouraging students to question assumptions and examine different perspectives. They learn to analyse information from multiple sources and viewpoints, considering the complexity of real-world situations and relationships. Students develop skills in evaluating the consequences of different choices and behaviours while reflecting thoughtfully on their own values and beliefs.
Through structured discussions and collaborative activities, students develop respect for diversity in all its forms, including different backgrounds, beliefs and lifestyles. Students learn to disagree respectfully while maintaining positive relationships and become aware of their own biases, recognising the importance of remaining open-minded.
Our five-year programme follows a progressive and spiral curriculum structure from Year 7 to Year 11, with topics revisited at increasing levels of complexity and maturity. This approach ensures that students build upon prior learning while developing deeper understanding as they mature.
This comprehensive approach ensures our students develop not only knowledge and understanding, but also the communication skills, emotional intelligence and respect for others that will serve them well as they navigate their relationships and make important life decisions.
RSHE Autumn Term Dates
Year 7
This term in RSHE, Year 7 students are focusing on developing the skills and understanding they need to make a positive start to secondary school life. The curriculum begins with work on starting secondary school and dealing with change, helping students explore strategies for managing transition, building resilience, and adapting to new routines and expectations. Lessons then move on to growing confidence and friendship, encouraging self-belief, developing supportive relationships, and recognising the importance of respect and kindness.
Students also spend time developing empathy, compassion and communication, learning how to listen effectively, understand others’ feelings, and communicate in positive and constructive ways. Alongside this, they explore the importance of healthy living, looking at balance in diet, exercise, rest and routines to maintain physical and mental wellbeing.
Later in the term, they consider external influences such as the risks associated with energy drinks, and they take part in the Beewell mental health surveys, which give young people a voice in shaping support for their wellbeing. The curriculum also addresses the growing concern around vaping, helping students understand the health risks, myths and social pressures so that they can make informed choices.
Through these lessons, students are encouraged to reflect, share their views, and develop the confidence to make safe, healthy and respectful decisions both in and out of school.
Year 8
This term in RSHE, Year 8 students are developing their understanding of how personal choices, social influences and wider cultural issues shape their wellbeing and relationships. They begin by focusing on building standards and healthier lifestyles, looking at how personal routines and decision-making can help to maintain good physical health and balance in daily life.
Students then explore themes of discrimination and prejudice, including lessons linked to Black History Month, to help them recognise inequality, challenge stereotypes, and value diversity. They also spend time considering gender identity, with an emphasis on respect, inclusion and understanding different perspectives.
As part of their mental health education, students discuss attitudes to mental health and the importance of reducing stigma, alongside practical ways to care for their own wellbeing. This links closely with their learning about the influence of social media, the impact of online stress, and the importance of developing healthy digital habits.
Finally, the curriculum introduces critical thinking around bias and media sources, encouraging students to question information, understand how bias operates, and make informed decisions about what they read and share.
Throughout the term, lessons are designed to help Year 8 students build resilience, empathy and responsibility, while equipping them with the skills to make positive, healthy and respectful choices both online and offline.
Year 9
This term in RSHE, Year 9 students are focusing on relationships, consent and digital safety, helping them to develop the knowledge and confidence to make respectful and informed choices. Lessons begin with positive relationships, where students explore the qualities that build trust, respect and equality between people. They are introduced to the concept of consent and then build on this by looking at the importance of avoiding assumptions, as well as understanding the principles of freedom and capacity in giving or receiving consent.
Alongside this, students consider the role of families, including marriage, and how family life may change over time. They also learn about the emotional impact of relationship changes, loss and change, and how to seek support when facing difficult circumstances.
The curriculum places a strong emphasis on online safety. Students revisit key principles of internet and digital safety, focusing on the challenges and risks they may encounter online. They also learn about safer internet use, including strategies to protect themselves and others, manage their digital footprint and make responsible choices in the online world.
Together, these lessons are designed to give Year 9 students the skills to build healthy, respectful relationships, recognise their rights and responsibilities, and stay safe both in their personal lives and online.
Year 10
This term in RSHE, Year 10 students are exploring deeper aspects of relationships, mental health and wellbeing, building on their previous knowledge to develop greater emotional resilience and self-awareness. The curriculum is designed to support students as they navigate increasingly complex personal and social situations.
Students begin by examining relationship values, exploring what they personally value in relationships and how these values guide their choices and interactions with others. This foundation leads into learning about asexuality, abstinence and celibacy, helping students understand the full spectrum of relationship choices and that all approaches to intimacy and relationships are valid and worthy of respect.
The programme addresses the evolving nature of modern relationships through lessons on online relationships, where students learn to navigate digital connections safely and meaningfully. They explore how to build genuine connections online while recognising the unique challenges and limitations of digital communication.
A significant focus is placed on recognising and responding to pressure and coercion in all forms of relationships. Students develop skills to identify manipulative behaviour, understand their right to say no, and learn strategies for maintaining their boundaries in challenging situations.
Mental health and emotional wellbeing form a core component of the curriculum. Students learn to reframe negative thinking patterns, developing cognitive strategies to support their mental health. They explore the importance of emotional wellbeing and learn practical techniques for maintaining good mental health, including mindfulness practices that help them manage stress and develop greater self-awareness.
The term also includes participation in Beewell surveys, which provide valuable data to support student wellbeing across the school community while giving students insight into wider patterns of young people's mental health and wellbeing.
These lessons work together to equip Year 10 students with the emotional intelligence, self-advocacy skills and mental health strategies they need to thrive in their relationships and personal development, while fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and others.
Year 11
This term in RSHE, Year 11 students are engaging with crucial topics around identity, personal development and risk management as they prepare for the next stage of their lives. The curriculum focuses on building self-awareness, resilience and practical life skills that will support them through their transition to adulthood.
Students explore gender identity and stereotypes, developing a deeper understanding of how gender expectations can impact personal choices and opportunities. They examine how stereotypes can limit potential and learn to challenge assumptions, fostering respect for diverse identities and expressions while reflecting on their own sense of self.
The programme emphasises personal growth through lessons on ambition and core values. Students are encouraged to identify their own aspirations and the values that will guide their decision-making. They explore how to set meaningful goals and develop the determination and strategies needed to achieve them, preparing them for post-16 education, training and career pathways.
Recognising the pressures facing Year 11 students, the curriculum addresses practical wellbeing strategies including sleep hygiene and dealing with emotions effectively. Students learn about the vital role sleep plays in mental and physical health, alongside developing healthy coping mechanisms for managing stress and emotional challenges during this demanding period.
A significant focus is placed on understanding pressure and making informed choices about risky behaviour. Students examine the factors that influence decision-making and learn to recognise when they might be under pressure to engage in activities that could harm their wellbeing or future prospects.
The curriculum includes comprehensive education about substance abuse, covering the physical, mental and social consequences of drug and alcohol misuse. Students develop skills to resist peer pressure, understand the legal implications of substance use, and learn how to seek help if they or others are struggling with these issues.
Additionally, students receive training in emergency aid, equipping them with potentially life-saving first aid skills and the confidence to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
These lessons are designed to prepare Year 11 students for greater independence, helping them develop the self-knowledge, resilience and practical skills necessary to make positive choices as they move towards adulthood while maintaining their safety and wellbeing.
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.
🎄 Christmas Holiday Activity Camp at The Mountbatten School
Personal Best Education is back again to host a Christmas Multi-Activity Camp at The Mountbatten School, packed with festive fun, sports, games and creative activities to keep children active and smiling this holiday!
Safeguarding Concern: ROBLOX
Nula S 8HGR
Lucas L 7ONL
Mackenzie S 7ILN
Harry Y 7ILN
Pippa H 8SGY
Poppy W 7LPO
Clark H 7DVA
Evie S 8HSN
Willow G 7AGN/BHT
Congratulations to Megan S 10LHK/EBT, who was selected as 'Designer of the Week', week commencing 10 November!
