GOOD LUCK, YEAR 6
Year 6 had a lovely start to their SATs week with their first breakfast together, creating a calm and positive atmosphere before their papers. Sharing food with friends helped everyone relax, chat, and feel supported, turning any nerves into excitement.

It was a ...wonderful way to begin the day, giving pupils a chance to settle their minds and feel confident as they prepared to do their best. We are so proud of all their hard work and wish them the very best this week.

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CELEBRATING YEAR 11
One week ago today, we celebrated our incredible Year 11 students as they marked the end of their journey from Year 7 to Year 11. A day filled with laughter, reflection, celebration and community before the start of GCSE examinations.

We are incredibly proud of you... all and wish you every success in the weeks ahead.

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BTEC SPORT ASSESSMENT SUCCESS
Our year 12 BTEC Sports students were excellent leaders this week as they delivered sessions for years 6-10 for their recent assessment. They showed excellent confidence, organisation, and leadership throughout, creating engaging and inclusive activities for all ...participants. Their communication skills, enthusiasm, and ability to adapt in the moment were particularly impressive, ensuring every session ran smoothly and positively.

A huge well done to all involved – you represented the school brilliantly and should be proud of the professionalism and teamwork you demonstrated!

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FOOTBALL REMEMBERS THE HOLOCAUST
Last week, year 9 student and Brentford FC Academy player, Rex took part in the Premier League’s ‘Football Remembers the Holocaust’ Education programme alongside Brentford Academy’s Under-14s.

Led by the Premier League since the 2018/19 season, ...the annual initiative helps educate young academy players about the Holocaust through survivor testimonies, memorial events and educational visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum. The programme also encourages conversations around discrimination, remembrance and the importance of honouring the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust.

For Rex and his teammates, the experience provided a powerful opportunity to learn, reflect and better understand the impact of prejudice both in society and in sport.

““The experience had a big impact on me and really made me reflect on my own life. Visiting Auschwitz and hearing survivor stories was emotional, but also really important because it helped me understand the scale of what happened and why it should never be forgotten.

It made me appreciate how fortunate we are today and reminded me how important it is to treat everyone with respect and stand against discrimination. It’s something I’ll carry with me for a long time.”

A huge thank you to Rex for sharing his experience and reflections from such an important programme.

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