On Friday, we were delighted to welcome our local MP, Sarah Hall. Sarah was keen to learn about the extensive work we have been doing to support our students and staff through the recent building disruption. As Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Inclusion and Nurture in Education, Sarah works closely with key charities, including Nurture UK, to advocate for social and emotional development in schools. She was particularly interested in the proactive steps our team is taking, including the successful implementation of the Boxall Profile, to understand and meet the emotional needs of our students. Sarah was really impressed by the dedication of our staff and the nurturing environment we are maintaining. We look forward to welcoming her back before Christmas to provide our students with the valuable opportunity to discuss her role as an MP.
Our Year 11 students have been completing their mock examinations this week, and we could not be prouder of the resilience and maturity they’ve demonstrated. This cohort faces the unique challenge of taking these crucial practice exams in an unconventional setting due to the ongoing building disruption across the school. Adapting to temporary rooms and varied layouts, our students have maintained impressive focus and commitment. We’re very proud of them all.