I hope you had a lovely half-term and survived the heat wave!
As your child moves through their secondary education, Year 11 rapidly approaches. In our increasingly competitive world, there has never been a more important time to get good grades to secure future opportunities. Recent Department for Education data highlights just how vital these results have become, showing that a single grade improvement across GCSE subjects can boost an individual's lifetime earnings by an average of £23,000. Furthermore, with modern entry-level job markets heavily reliant on automated screening, strong foundational qualifications act as the essential first gateway to post-16 studies, apprenticeships, and university options.
While final GCSE results are the ultimate goal, true progress is built on how we approach all of our assessments. Treating every end-of-year exam with the same rigor as the final ones helps students build essential exam stamina, manage revision habits, and identify learning gaps early on. These smaller milestones lay the groundwork for long-term success.
To help your child thrive, you can support them by fostering the right home revision environment. You can make a significant difference by ensuring their study space is quiet, free from digital distractions, and well-lit. Setting a consistent, balanced routine with regular breaks is key. To help them take that first step, please look at the revision timetable template (via the button below), which we frequently use with students in school. Your parental support in sitting down together to map out their initial study sessions will provide the vital structure they need to get started with confidence.
Encouraging these positive habits now will reduce anxiety and ensure they are fully prepared. If you need any advice on recommended study materials or how to structure their home revision, please do get in touch with your child’s tutor or teachers.
Wednesday 10 June
Geography Department - Year 7 Fieldwork to Lulworth Cove (7PLM/CPE, 7DMS, 7AGN/BHT), 8.40am - 4.30pm
Thursday 11 June
Nothing advised
Friday 12 June
Nothing advised
INSET Days for 2025/26
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.
Year 11 Cashless Catering Balances
If your Year 11 child has any positive balances on their cashless catering account, the balance will be transferred to any sibling still in school as early as possible in July.
If there are no siblings, the balance will be refunded to you by Aspens (the school’s caterers), back to the card that the payment was made on, by the end of the first week in August.
The Government is consulting on proposed updates to the School Food Standards — the rules that govern what your child is served at school — and is inviting parents to share their views.
The proposed changes include reducing sugary desserts, snacks and drinks, increasing fibre through more wholegrains, vegetables, and pulses. For secondary schools, many of these changes would be phased in gradually between September 2027 and September 2028, recognising the realities of grab-and-go culture in secondary settings.
If implemented, your child could see changes such as more wholemeal bread and pasta, vegetables accompanying all main meals, and a more restricted drinks menu.
The consultation is open until 12 June 2026 and is your opportunity to influence how these standards are shaped. To respond, visit the DfE consultations page on GOV.UK or by clicking the button below.
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.
One Romsey
Maths Department
Maths Stars
Anna G 7LPO
Jack H 8HSN
Sofia I 8KSH
Hattie H 10CBN
Ava M 11JGO/EPK
Geography Department
Geography Stars
Emily R 7AOR
Eva B 7DMS
Henry W 7PLM/CPE
Heidi B 8OWS
Zach L 9JAD
Nila F 9GWT/CFT
Samuel L 9MAZ
Kaelyn D 10EGY
Theo R 10LHK/EBT
English Department
English Stars
Harvey C 7PLM/CPE
Henry W 7PLM/CPE
Emmie R 8TDN
Lana D 8VTE
Emma C 9MAZ
Tolly C 9LHG
Shaun A 10TLS
Filippos A 10EGY
Filip S 11JBY
Ava M 11JGO/EPK
MFL Department
MFL Stars
Rowan N 8HGR
Wynne G 8OWS
Hugo T 8KKY
Lincoln D 8KKY
Tay C 9ADY
Drama Department
Drama Stars
Charlotte H 8KSH
Ben K 8TDN
Freddie S 8BPY
Toby L 9LHG
Maddie H 9JAD
Nida Z 9ERL
David S 10DDY
Science Department
Super Scientists
Thomas P 7AOR
Thomas B 7AOR
Elsie W 8KSH
Eden N 8TDN
Bella H 9HST
Lily P 9JAD
Alice T 9JAD
Chloe M 10PSN
History Department
History Stars
Aoife M 8LAD/DDN
Freddie F 8VTE
Lily T 8KSH
Music Department
Percussion Academy Drum Kit Exams
The following students have passed Percussion Academy Drum Kit exams –
Adam W 10TLS Grade 5 with Merit
Evan T 11JFR Grade 4 with Distinction
Harvey W 9JAD Grade 3 with Distinction
Dawid M 9ADY Grade 1 with Distinction
Trinity College London – Trombone
Samuel L 9MAZ has passed Trinity College London Grade 4 Trombone with Distinction.
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 9 & 10 Careers in Healthcare
Students had a fantastic day at the University of Southampton, exploring a variety of allied healthcare careers, including midwifery, audiology, occupational therapy, nursing, and cardiac physiology.
Through fun, hands-on workshops, they tried out different instruments and equipment whilst speaking to students and lecturers about their professions. The highlight of the day was no doubt helping to ‘deliver a baby’ with the use of birthing mannequins.
Year 10 Insight into careers at KPMG
Students took part in an online talk with KPMG professionals to learn about the world of work at one of the big four consultancy service companies in the UK; gaining an insight into different career journeys and the application journey.
Students interested in finding out more about the world of consultancy, could complete online work experience via Springpod:
What? To celebrate International Women in Engineering Week, Oxford University will be hosting five online talks during the week of the 22 June 2026. The first four of these will be from individual female Oxford University postgraduate students, currently working on projects and research within the Engineering Science Department. The final talk will be an overview of undergraduate life for Engineering Students here at Oxford University and an opportunity to ask questions of female undergraduate students about their time and experience here.
Who? The academic talks will be aimed at students from years 10-12 but anybody of any age or gender who is interested is welcome to attend.
When? Each day of the week commencing Monday 22June. Each talk will run from 4.30pm and 5.30pm.
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 Summer Term Dates
Year 7
This term Year 7 will be exploring what living in a diverse society means and celebrating differences, whether those differences are cultural, ethnic, religious, or personal. They will learn that positive relationships are based on respect, communication, empathy, and support, and they help us build a sense of community. We will explore how to challenge prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination and consider that the media often presents stereotypes that can shape our perceptions, but we can actively challenge and question these portrayals to promote a more inclusive society. Relationships and safety are about building healthy connections with others, making responsible decisions, and taking care of yourself and others. In relationships, it's important to demonstrate respect, communication, and empathy. Year 7 end the term looking at the management of their own and others’ safety, both in real life and online, considering how to make informed choices, recognise risks, and knowing when to seek help.
Year 8
Year 8 will consider the different types of friendships and relationships, including romantic relationships. It's important to learn about contraception and safe practices in an age-appropriate setting, as well as how to form and maintain healthy relationships based on respect and mutual care. Year 8 will explore how to manage emotions, develop self-worth, and identify positive social norms to help build confidence and navigate the challenges of adolescence. Towards the end of the term, Year 8 will develop their understanding of how drugs can affect their health and wellbeing. Whether it’s understanding the risks of alcohol, tobacco, or e-cigarettes, or learning how to manage peer pressure, they will learn how to make informed and healthy decisions. They will explore how substances like energy drinks and medication can impact your physical and mental health. By developing a sense of self-awareness and understanding, they can make choices that promote a healthy lifestyle, respect for others, and a positive approach to wellbeing.
Year 9
In Year 9, students will learn about the risks of addiction and dependence related to substances like drugs, vaping, and gambling. Understanding the legal and health consequences of these behaviours is essential for making informed choices. They will also explore and consider the risk of developing unhealthy habits and how to manage influences, both online and offline. By developing positive social norms and attitudes, they can make healthier decisions for themselves and support others in doing the same. They will finish the term by exploring the dangers of gang involvement, knife crime, and the concept of ‘groupthink.’ Understanding how group pressures can influence decisions, and how to assess risks in different situations, is key to staying safe. They will learn about the legal and physical consequences of carrying a knife, the risks of getting involved with gangs, and how to resist negative influences.
Year 10
Year 10 will consider the influence of role models and the impact of the media on perceptions of gangs and risky behaviours. They will understand how to evaluate the impact of role models, manage peer pressure, and make independent decisions in increasingly complex social situations. They will look at how to recognise and respond to pressure, coercion, and exploitation, and how to access appropriate support when needed. Students will go on to explore the complexities of healthy relationships, including understanding and challenging assumptions and misconceptions about sex and relationships. They will learn how to navigate media influences, understand the importance of consent, and develop strategies to handle unwanted attention or harassment. Communication skills, including assertiveness, setting boundaries, and managing relationships online, will be key focus areas. This knowledge will help students build healthy, respectful, and mutually fulfilling relationships based on clear communication and shared values.
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. They will then spend some time refining their revision skills and independent organisational skills.
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.
Body Sculpt Class – The Mountbatten School
June Special Offer
Buy One Ticket, Bring a Friend Free!
Transform your fitness routine with our energising Body Sculpt class – a dynamic full-body workout designed to strengthen, tone and sculpt key areas including the legs, glutes and core.
Whether your goal is weight loss, improved fitness or enhanced muscle tone, this class provides an effective and enjoyable way to achieve results in a supportive environment.
📍Location: Main Hall, The Mountbatten School 🕖When: Every Tuesday, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Join us this June and share the experience with a friend at no extra cost.
Year 11 Cashless Catering Balances
Have Your Say on School Food Standards
Anna G 7LPO
Emily R 7AOR
Harvey C 7PLM/CPE
Rowan N 8HGR
Charlotte H 8KSH
Thomas P 7AOR
Aoife M 8LAD/DDN
