Our Netballers took centre stage this week, competing in a high-stakes tournament. The girls were in incredible form, displaying seamless teamwork and sharp shooting to fight their way into the semi-finals at Hall Cross. While they eventually lost out in a hard-fought battle, their progress and spirit were a highlight of the week. Huge congratulations to the squad for such a deep run!

On Wednesday, our Year 9 boys travelled to Ridgewood for a gritty encounter. With no substitutes on the bench!), the boys knew they had a mountain to climb.

Despite the lack of fresh legs, they showed immense character to claw the game back to 2-2 just after half-time. Unfortunately, the fatigue of playing without subs eventually took its toll, and the match finished 6-3 to the hosts. It was a loss on paper, but a massive win in terms of heart and resilience

Thursday offered a change of pace as we took 38 students to the All England Badminton Championships. This wasn’t just a trip; it was an immersive educational experience. Seeing the world’s best players in action allowed our students to see the pinnacle of the sport, bridging the gap between our PE curriculum and the professional world.

What’s Coming Up Next Week?

We have another packed schedule to look forward to. Mark your calendars for these upcoming fixtures and sessions:

It has been a real pleasure dropping into lessons this week and seeing Crew White in action. It was fantastic to see students so engrossed in their GCSE English text, Boys Don’t Cry. I happened to walk in during a key chapter and the reaction in the room said it all – there were literal gasps as the events unfolded! Their books and notes are looking fantastic, and these will become a vital resource as they move into revision. Seeing the level of detail, craftsmanship and quality in their work made me incredibly proud.

I also visited a DT lesson, where Harry and Kiera were working exceptionally hard and producing some brilliant products. It’s great to see the creativity and commitment they’re bringing to their practical work.

Overall, Crew White are really firing on all cylinders at the moment and I am hugely impressed with the effort they are putting in. We also achieved 100% attendance again this week, which is a real credit to their dedication to school at such an important stage in their journey.