Earth

Earth class have been busy working on their ASDAN qualification. Read our Earth news article for more information.

English

Students have been exploring a wide range of texts this term, from Shakespeare to Harry Potter, developing both their reading and analytical skills. Neptune, Mercury and Saturn classes also enjoyed an exciting visit to the Sky Studios Academy, where they created their own pitch films. It was a fantastic opportunity to collaborate, be creative and experience the world of media production first hand. A brilliant day was had by all.

Maths

Across all the classes, students in Maths have been focusing on verbally explaining their mathematical reasoning behind their answers. The year 9 groups have been learning about deductive reasoning and here is a sample of what they can do.

Science

In Science this term, students accessed a range of practical activities to support their learning. Mercury class have enjoyed learning about ecosystems and have been busy building models of the structure of a leaf and making the most of the warm weather with practical activities outside. Recently, they had the opportunity to investigate the impact of exercise on breathing rates and how this links to respiration.

Computer Science

Year 9 students are creating an interactive multi-page website for their Enterprise chocolate project. They have worked hard and developed many transferable skills.  They have learnt project management skills and appropriately combined a variety of software applications to create a product that meets real life expectations.  Students have been very creative with planning and creating the navigation buttons for the website.  Here are a few examples:

               

History

In History, Year 10 students are studying the AQA GCSE topic Medicine Through Time. They are exploring how ideas about illness and treatments have changed from prehistoric times to the modern day. Students have learnt about key developments such as the work of Hippocrates, the discovery of germs by Pasteur, and the impact of the NHS. This topic helps us understand how medical knowledge has improved over time and how these changes have affected people’s lives.

Geography

In Geography, Year 8 students are learning about Nigeria. They are investigating Nigeria’s physical and human geography, including its climate, population, natural resources, and rapidly growing cities such as Lagos. Students are also exploring the opportunities and challenges Nigeria faces as a developing country, including economic growth, inequality, and environmental issues. This unit helps students understand the importance of Nigeria both in Africa and globally.

Drama

See our Drama Update article for news on what each class has been doing in drama this term.

Music

This term we have purchased an exciting new instrument for the students to play, an accordion. Some of the students have already had a try and loved it!

Art

Read our Art in Term 5 news article to find out what students have been learning.

PE

Students have been focussing on cricket this term.  Secondary teams have been developing their understanding of cricket and their skills to work effectively as a batting team. Big shout out to current champions, Jamie and Lowen, who have set the bar high with their 117 runs! We continue to record scores and look forward to seeing if anyone can beat their total.

PSHE

Jupiter class visited Bracknell to work on independence and money handling skills. They travelled by train from Sunningdale and spent time exploring the local shops. The students also enjoyed lunch at Zizzi’s, where they independently ordered their meals.

Business Admin

BA students are currently working for their clients (Higher Level Teaching Assistants) creating Teacher Assistant graphic packs as a team project with deadlines and standards to meet.

  

Young Enterprise

Saturn class have been taking on the role of chocolatiers cooking chocolates to sell at our chocolate fair on 9th July.  The students really enjoyed being creative with their product idea and excitedly putting it together in the kitchen with their special ingredients.

Year 10 students from Jupiter have been working on their individual products, producing bracelets and plants for their student company, Juto.  They are forever looking at ways to increase their revenue!

Catering

In catering, Level 2 students have made macaroni and cheese with leeks. This was part of cooking vegetable dishes and using the grill. They had to boil their pasta, fry off their leeks in butter for additional flavour and make a white sauce, all as part of their assessments.

Construction

Construction students are continuing to make great progress as they complete their carpentry projects. They are working on an assortment of mini-projects including mug trays, recipe book stands, and planters. These activities are helping students to build their practical skills, creativity, and confidence.

Horticulture & Forest School

This term in horticulture and forest school students have been sowing seeds, planting out seedlings and redoing the hanging baskets and planters around the school site.

    

Childcare

Students have been looking at the different types of play for children aged 0 - 5 years old.  They have looked at sensory play, physical play and creative play.  To practice their skills, our childcare students have been down to our own Foundation phase and put their knowledge into practice by teaching a lesson on creative play.  The children thoroughly enjoyed getting involved in some doctor/patient role-play and creating a frog during an art lesson.