News list
In a time-honoured tradition, our Form 6 Leavers took their final bow beneath the beloved willow tree in the Senior House garden, performing a breathtaking trilogy of Shakespeare plays that marked their transition from school to the wider world.
Byron House kicked off the half-term break in style with a joyful and action-packed Summer Fair. This year’s event was particularly special for the Form 2 pupils, who took responsibility for planning and running their own enterprise stalls; a Byron House tradition before they move up to Senior House in September.
On the Friday before half term, Sandys hosted a fantastic fundraiser in support of Teach the Teacher, which involved a delicious BBQ, music and games all in Summer home clothes. Sandys was the final of our four Houses to host a charity event, with the children at Senior House already having enjoyed a disco night, film evening and a bake stall.
Form 3 took part in an enriching visit to Cambridge Central Mosque, deepening their understanding of Islamic faith, architecture, and community as part of their Religious Studies curriculum.
Pupils from across Forms 4, 5, and 6 showcased their problem-solving skills and mathematical creativity in this year's UMKT Junior Maths Challenge, achieving an impressive range of Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards. With several pupils qualifying for the next round, the competition proved to be an exciting test of resilience, strategy, and logical thinking.
Our Form 4s embarked on an inspiring visit to Kettle’s Yard in Cambridge, immersing themselves in the current exhibition and engaging in hands-on artistic exploration. The trip provided a unique opportunity to experience the blend of history, creativity, and contemporary art that defines this celebrated museum and house.
Form 5 embarked on a fascinating journey through history during their recent visit to the Museum of Classical Archaeology in Cambridge. The museum, home to one of the world’s largest plaster cast collections of ancient Greek and Roman sculpture, provided a unique opportunity for the children to deepen their understanding of mythology and classical civilizations—an essential part of their Latin studies in Forms 5 and 6.
Form 3 recently enjoyed an immersive visit to Shimpling Park Farm in Suffolk, gaining first-hand experience of organic farming and the importance of sustainability. The trip provided a rich educational opportunity, reinforcing elements of their curriculum across maths, science, and PHSEE while linking food production to real-world farming practices.
As Peter Pan himself reminds us, “All children except one grow up.” But for one magical afternoon, T2 transported us to Neverland, proving that imagination and adventure never truly fade.
Form 5 embarked on a fascinating combined Computing and History field trip to Bletchley Park, the historic site that played a pivotal role in wartime codebreaking and laid the foundations for modern computing. The visit provided a unique opportunity to connect the innovations of the past with today’s digital security challenges.