Willa and Atarhe (UV) were thrilled to see their stories published in the Daunt Books Anthology, while Norah (UVI) won the Portico Sadie Massey Award and earned a year-long mentorship - bright sparks inspiring the next generation of our Writers’ Guild!

Through an intense week of training, practice and assessment, the UIV achieved spectacular results with their DofE Bronze Expedition. 

Fifteen students from the LVI took part in the expedition element of their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award in the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) last week. 

The Bude residential trip was an unforgettable adventure filled with challenges, camaraderie, and new experiences. Every pupil overcame at least one personal challenge every day, and everyone returned to school with a deep sense of achievement.

MIV recently returned from an unforgettable residential trip to Grosvenor Hall in Kent, where they enjoyed a full week of sunshine, excitement, and discovery. The warm weather provided the perfect backdrop for a packed schedule of activities designed to challenge students, build confidence, and strengthen friendships.

On Saturday 12 June, May K and Eliza F were selected from LVI to represent St Mary’s in the Bradfield College Mixed Doubles Tournament. A fantastic day of tennis for both pairs, with much excitement - and a trophy win for May K!

We’re delighted to share some fantastic news from the MFL Department - our students have excelled in two national competitions.

This term, our Guides embraced adventure both on water and land, from canoeing at Coate Water with 1st Calne Guides to a lively 'penny hike' through town - strengthening friendships and discovering new corners of the local area.

Our talented equestrians have been busy competing and achieving some impressive results over the past few weeks. Here’s a roundup of their latest successes and what lies ahead for our riders.

Last week, the Drama and Music Scholars visited London's West End to see Hadestown the musical, based on the Ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice.