GCSE Summer Independent Learning
Students that have been directed to the website with regards to independent learning tasks set for completion over the summer break can find all available information here.
This is work is not optional and must be completed if you are taking to subjects listed.
Teaching Awards 2010
We are delighted to announce that Mr Scutt has won a Teaching Award for Outstanding New Teacher of the Year.
At the Teaching Awards ceremony in Bath on 15th June, the judges said “Mr Scutt is extremely focused on making science enjoyable, accessible and, at the same time, challenging for all his students. In an extremely strong field of new teachers he stood out as truly outstanding”.
More information on the award, including comments from Mrs Mattey, can be found here.
Well done Mr Scutt! Congratulations on a great achievement!
Artsmark Gold Award
As a recognition of the high quality of arts provision at Isambard, Arts Council England has awarded us the Artsmark, their excellence kitemark, at the highest level.
An Artsmark award shows how much a school cares about the arts in education.
It raises the profile of a school and reassures parents and carers that arts provision is a priority. It also rewards teachers and students for their efforts, helping to inspire all of us to reach for greater heights.
First Duke Of Edinburgh Assessed Expedition
On the weekend of the 10th and 11th July 29 students from Isambard went forward for their Bronze Duke Of Edinburgh assessment in our first assessed expedition.
All 29 students passed first time and impressed the assessors with their ability to adapt to the conditions and their teamwork was outstanding throughout. A big well done to all the participants, and good luck to the students taking part in the expedition next weekend.
For more information regarding the Duke Of Edinburgh scheme please see Mr Maxfield.
LangIdol Video
A film produced, written and directed by Isambard's very own Languages Club is available to view here.
Students have been working on the project since September and it is now being showing around school and has already been submitted for numerous competitions.
LangIdol is an exceptional piece of work which demonstrates that speaking different languages really can get you places.
Well done to all those involved!
War Horse Trip
After a very successful trip to see War Horse on 26th May, students reflected on their experience and wrote some reviews of the play which can be found here.
War Horse is a thrilling and spectacular production based on the celebrated novel by Michael Morpurgo.
The First World War is the backdrop for this tale of bravery, loyalty, and the extraordinary bond between a young recruit and his horse.
Actors, working with astonishing life-sized puppets by the internationally renowned Handspring Puppet Company, take audiences on an unforgettable journey through history. For more information please see the official website.
