Over the past few months it has been a pleasure to watch them start to grow into mature students. We have made so many memories, starting all the way back in August when we went to Outward bound. Outward bound was such an amazing bonding experience for crew MNO as we got to learn so many things about one another and do activities that not everyone can say they have done. Many of us faced our fears, but we did it all as a CREW.
I am so proud of every single person in our crew and the way they have embraced all of our character traits which is shown every week in our praises and conducts reviews. Crew MNO have accumulated 759 praises over this term which is fantastic, with some students getting 80 on their own!!
I am so lucky to go into 2026 with such a fantastic crew.
Crew Caldwell enjoyed a festive morning filled with teamwork and respect.
We handed out our Secret Santa presents (which everyone was very happy with — we know each other well), shared a crew breakfast, and finished with a Christmas quiz. We worked together to answer the questions, and we even had a little sing-song — or, well, I did! 🤷♀️
It was a fantastic crew session; everyone showed our character traits, and it was a lovely way to celebrate the end of the year together.
We’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you all in the new year, refreshed and ready to face the rest of Year 10! 🎅✨
Launching Our New Expedition with Real-World Immersion
Dear X32 Parents and Guardians,
We are thrilled to be launching our new expedition with a powerful fieldwork visit. To ground the students in the learning and provide immediate real-world context, X32 students will be traveling to Hyde Park Cemetery to engage with the legacy project left by the previous C31 cohort. This is a crucial first step in building the foundation for their own final product.
Key Fieldwork Details
Class
Date of Trip
Skipper Class
Monday, 5th January 2026
Admiral Class
Tuesday, 6th January 2026
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Destination: Hyde Park Cemetery
Activity Focus: Engaging with the C31 final product. This involves an audio element, requiring students to bring their own headphones.
Travel Method: The entire class will be walking to and from the cemetery.
Important: Timing and Contact
Please note that this fieldwork is scheduled to take place entirely within the normal school day. This means:
School Start/End Times: Remain the same.
Lunch: Will be provided as normal during the school day.
Urgent Questions: Please direct all urgent enquiries regarding this fieldwork to the Expedition Lead: Mr. Jake Eagle, via the school office.
Student Preparation Checklist
As we will be spending time outdoors in January and walking to the site, appropriate preparation is vital for your child’s comfort and safety:
Headphones: Essential for engaging with the audio component of the C31 legacy work.
Warm Coat: A warm, waterproof, or weather-appropriate coat is mandatory.
Appropriate Footwear: Please ensure your child wears sturdy, comfortable footwear suitable for walking and being outdoors on potentially uneven ground (e.g., strong trainers, walking boots).
Layers: Encourage your child to dress in layers to stay warm.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we begin this exciting expedition journey!
