Newsletter
Issue 39 | 09 May 2025
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A message from Ms Williams
Dear Parent/Carer
It may have only been 4 days, but this week has been a bumper of a week at Applemore, with so much to be proud of. Our Year 11's have begun their written exams with Drama, German and Sociology. We are all immensely proud of their determination, dedication and resilience. We have 8 GCSE's to come next week. Please do encourage your child to balance revision with some time outdoors and as always, let us know if anything is needed. We have also celebrated VE day with a fantastic turnout for our Grandparent tea party. Thank you to everyone who came, chatted, shared stories and enjoyed time together, it was magical. The afternoon also saw a coming together of street parties, music and games as a community. Being together, really is a wonderful place to be!
With very best wishes
Clare
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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Grandparents Tea Party
There was a lovely atmosphere in our canteen yesterday morning as over 80 grandparents joined their grandchildren for a spot of cake and a nice cuppa. Thank you to all the grandparents who attended - we hope you had a lovely time!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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Street Party
It was a fun-filled afternoon for our students yesterday, as tutor groups enjoyed a street party, live music and an array of fun sporting activities!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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VE Day - Mathematics
In Mathematics, students have learnt about the role that Alan Turing played in breaking the Enigma Codes used by the German army during the Second World War, and his contributions to modern day Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. Students then had a go at using Cipher Wheels to decrypt some encoded messages for themselves and did a fantastic job!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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VE Day - Computing
In KS3 Computing lessons this week, students have been marking VE Day by designing Pixel Art Flags (Year 7), drawing pin badges (Year 8), and editing commemorative videos (Year 9)!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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VE Day - History
We have enjoyed an exciting week full of shared family memories and activities relating to the end of the Second World War. Students have seen original footage from the Fall of Berlin and the celebrations which followed across the UK. They have also read moving accounts from diaries and letters of evacuated children and their responses to the end of the war in Europe.
We have received a letter from Veteran Commander John Eskdale (age 101) who recalls his wartime memories of being onboard HMS Charybdis when it was hit by a German torpedo. Lucky to survive, he was then sent to serve in the Far East. Members of our Year 7 and Year 8 will be writing back to him describing how the Applemore community has marked VE Day.
Following our celebrations this week there will be a display of photographs and war memories in room C012.
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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VE Day - Food Technology
For VE day in Food technology we looked at 'food rationing' and why this happened during the war and some time after. Year 8 students looked at some basic ingredients that were available during this time and made some tasty 'Brown Betty's'
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
Welcome back to the Summer Term at Applemore! This week the sun has been shining, we are back on the school field and there has been so much to be proud of.
A huge congratulations to the Year 11 GCSE Photography students who worked tirelessly, with such determination, on their exam this week and produced some fantastic, creative and imaginative pieces. Well done to you all!
Year 10 also made a fantastic start to their exam programme and demonstrated a real sense of self-belief and positivity, whilst Year 8 took part in an amazing and well-respected STEM day on Friday. They experimented with Lego Robotics, flew Drones and encountered some incredible Birds of prey. A huge thank you to the 'Ambitious for all Foundation' and 'Olivia Inspires', for making this possible.
Next week our Parent Action group takes place on Wednesday at 5.30pm in the LRC. This week we will be exploring the impact of smartphones and some changes to our school policy from September. A reminder that everyone is welcome to come along and join us!
A message from Ms Williams
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Year 11 Final Examinations
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With the Year 11 Final Written Examinations starting in earnest from next week, a quick message from Mr Trueick...
- During the exam period, those students that are sitting morning exams (9.15am start) will be able to access the canteen prior to their exam for some FREE refreshments and a last minute pep talk from their subject teachers.
- Research shows that students that have breakfast before an exam perform better, including a 5% increase in results for those that are hydrated as it maximises focus!
- On offer we have: Hot Chocolate, Water, Bacon Rolls, Toast, Vegan Sausage rolls, plus more!
- Lunch is available every day from 12.25pm - 12.55pm before the afternoon exams for students to buy (if they are not Free School Meal students).
This week, we started the Summer Term. Wow! This was a short week, but a jam-packed one, with 29 photography pupils sitting their 10 hour period of independent study. Mr Kemp and I were so proud of the way that the young photographers conducted themselves during what was an intense two days of working in exam conditions. We were delighted with the amazing range of outcomes, the quality of skills on show and creativity demonstrated. Well done, everyone! Next week, we do it all again, but this time in Art, on Tuesday and Wednesday. I can't wait!
Also, this week, we have a feature in 'Art News', a Hampshire County Council publication which is shared throughout Hampshire schools and beyond. Not only is an article about year 7 artists featured, but we also get the headlines on the first page. Fabulous!
Have a lovely week, and if you feel like visiting the seaside, then please look out for the May Morris (please see Artist of the Week) exhibition at the fabulous Russell Coates Art gallery in Bournemouth. I'm visiting this weekend, and I'll report back in next week's Arty News.
Arty News
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Arty News
It's been a shorter, but busy week, nevertheless, in the Art and Photography departments. Year 11 students have been completing their coursework, ready for final submissions. Their work is done, but mine is just beginning, as I now have to mark and moderate 120 folios of work. Well done to everyone who has completed the art and the photography courses. It's been emotional!
A couple of lesson highlights, for me, this week, have both featured sculpting. Firstly, the year 8 artists made their clay pinch pots, which morphed into some amazing outcomes, including football boots, love hearts, sharks, snakes, dragons and other amazing creations. One of the things I love about teaching art and photography at Applemore is the way that I provide a simple brief, which is then taken in so many different creative directions by the students. Amazing work!
This week, we started the Summer Term. Wow! This was a short week, but a jam-packed one, with 29 photography pupils sitting their 10 hour period of independent study. Mr Kemp and I were so proud of the way that the young photographers conducted themselves during what was an intense two days of working in exam conditions. We were delighted with the amazing range of outcomes, the quality of skills on show and creativity demonstrated. Well done, everyone! Next week, we do it all again, but this time in Art, on Tuesday and Wednesday. I can't wait!
Also, this week, we have a feature in 'Art News', a Hampshire County Council publication which is shared throughout Hampshire schools and beyond. Not only is an article about year 7 artists featured, but we also get the headlines on the first page. Fabulous!
Have a lovely week, and if you feel like visiting the seaside, then please look out for the May Morris (please see Artist of the Week) exhibition at the fabulous Russell Coates Art gallery in Bournemouth. I'm visiting this weekend, and I'll report back in next week's Arty News.
Arty News
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The year 10 artists had fun in the sun, creating Andy Goldsworthy natural forms sculptural responses. They took found natural objects, like sticks and pine cones, and made free-standing sculptures. I loved seeing them in the zone, and being absorbed by the task. It was so inspiring to see. Thank you to everyone for making this week so special.
This week, we started the Summer Term. Wow! This was a short week, but a jam-packed one, with 29 photography pupils sitting their 10 hour period of independent study. Mr Kemp and I were so proud of the way that the young photographers conducted themselves during what was an intense two days of working in exam conditions. We were delighted with the amazing range of outcomes, the quality of skills on show and creativity demonstrated. Well done, everyone! Next week, we do it all again, but this time in Art, on Tuesday and Wednesday. I can't wait!
Also, this week, we have a feature in 'Art News', a Hampshire County Council publication which is shared throughout Hampshire schools and beyond. Not only is an article about year 7 artists featured, but we also get the headlines on the first page. Fabulous!
Have a lovely week, and if you feel like visiting the seaside, then please look out for the May Morris (please see Artist of the Week) exhibition at the fabulous Russell Coates Art gallery in Bournemouth. I'm visiting this weekend, and I'll report back in next week's Arty News.
Arty News
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NHS Career?
There are more than 350 different careers in the NHS. Many work with patients while others work behind the scenes. What they all have in common is that they make a difference to people's lives. To find the NHS careers that best suit you, all you need to do is answer some simple questions. Click the image below to take the quiz - Good luck!
Try this fun quiz to find out more about the types of jobs you might enjoy and the different careers you could consider.
Try this fun quiz to find out more about the types of jobs you might enjoy and the different careers you could consider.
What's Your Perfect Job?
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College Open Events/Evenings
Brockenhurst College
- Wednesday 14th May (5:30pm – 8pm)
- Thursday 3rd June 2025 (5:00pm – 8pm)
Peter Symonds College
- Wednesday 18th June (4.30pm)
Totton College
- Tuesday 17th June (5.30pm - 7.30pm)
Southampton College
- Saturday 14th June (11.00am - 2.00pm)
Sparsholt College
- Thursday 12th June (5.30pm - 7.30pm)
- Saturday 5th July (time TBC)
Richard Taunton Sixth Form College
- Wednesday 11th June (6.00pm - 8.00pm)
Barton Peveril College
- Thursday 1st May (4.30pm - 8.30pm)
Eastleigh College
- Saturday 21st June (11.00am - 2.00pm)
Itchen College
- Wednesday 30th April (5.30pm - 7.30pm)
Try this fun quiz to find out more about the types of jobs you might enjoy and the different careers you could consider.
Try this fun quiz to find out more about the types of jobs you might enjoy and the different careers you could consider.
What's Your Perfect Job?
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Other Notices
Future Fridays: Exciting series of industry experts coming to talk to our students over the coming months:
- 16-May = Maritime/Sea Careers
- 13-June = Military
- 27-June = Farming
- 04-July = Southampton FC Head Groundsman.
Brockenhurst College: Here are the key dates for upcoming students just released by Brockenhurst College:
- 26th or 27th June = Freshers Day
- 21st-29th August = Enrolment
- 4th or 5th September = Induction Day
- 8th September = Start Teaching
Apprenticeships - Current Vacancies: SETA currently have 15-live vacancies... check them out here!
Peter Symonds College: Open Evenings 2025:
- 2nd & 3rd July (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
- 1st & 2nd October (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
Work Experience: Placements needed!
- We have a small number of students without work experience placements - any parents/carers or businesses that may be able to help?
- If so, please contact Ms Charrett (k.charrett@applemore.hants.sch.uk)
For more information about our Careers Guidance, click the button below.
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Learning Resource Centre Update
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VE Day - LRC
The Learning Resource Centre was in full swing this week to celebrate VE Day!
Relaunch of the STARBUCKS Reading Challange- Complete the STARBUCKS reading challenge, full stamped STURBUCK Menu card will reward you with a chocolate bundle.
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This week Year 7 Spanish students have been writing fantastic texts about their families in Spanish on their whiteboards and sharing their work with each other.
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For more information about our Careers Guidance, click the button below.
today we took our service students to visit Winchester Uni. This was a full interactive taster day with other service children in around Hampshire.
Other Notices
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If you are yet to do so, please click the image below and enter this year's Prom Raffle! Check out the awesome prizes on offer this year for just £1... you don't want to miss out!
Relaunch of the STARBUCKS Reading Challange- Complete the STARBUCKS reading challenge, full stamped STURBUCK Menu card will reward you with a chocolate bundle.
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For more information about our Careers Guidance, click the button below.
today we took our service students to visit Winchester Uni. This was a full interactive taster day with other service children in around Hampshire.
Other Notices
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Hey students... Don't Miss Out!
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The Southampton VE Day
80th Anniversary Street Party
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Sunday 11th May | Carlton Place | 12noon - 5pm FREE!
The Southampton VE Day 80th Anniversary Street Party is organised by the Bedford and Carlton Place Community with support from Southampton City Council and GO! Southampton. On the day visitors can enjoy:
- A full-size Spitfire
- Military and vintage vehicles
- Food and craft stalls
- Military Heritage Museum
- Traditional street party tables to eat and drink on
- 1940s fancy dress competition
Entertainment from:
- The Charlalas
- City of Southampton (Albion) Band
- Performance from Southampton Solent University Musical Theatre
Stay up to date and hit 'going' on the Southampton VE Day 80th Anniversary Street Party Facebook page
today we took our service students to visit Winchester Uni. This was a full interactive taster day with other service children in around Hampshire.
Other Notices
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Mental Health & Wellbeing
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
This years theme is 'Community' - click the image below to find out more!
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Action for Happiness
How do we find meaning? Vanessa King, Head of Psychology at Action for Happiness, shares her top tips for a Meaningful May based on the 10 Keys for Happier Living. Click the image below to watch her video!
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For a full and up-to-date list of our enrichment programme & activities, click the image below to visit our website enrichment page.
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A strong sense of belonging is the foundation for emotional wellbeing, confidence and academic success. But how can schools and families create truly inclusive environments where every child feels seen, heard, and valued? This guide has the answers.
Packed with ten practical, easy-to-apply tips — like celebrating individuality, promoting participation, and tackling bullying head-on — this guide empowers parents and educators to foster a culture of belonging at school and at home.
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For all the latest events coming up, visit our calendar
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