News & Events

Just in case you were wondering what the weather was like in France over the half term break, year 8 pupils, Isabelle and Matthew are here to let you know!

On Friday, all pupils wore non-school uniform and donated money to raise funds for Paul Sartori Foundation. Then, in the afternoon they watched David Attenborough’s new documentary; A life on our planet.

The pupils saw the monumental scale of humanity's impact on nature. But, were also inspired to discuss, debate and create ways that they could help the environment. Below are photos of Year 9 pupils taking part in several activities to help discuss practical and efficient ways Castle School could change. Also, year 10 and 11 pupils taking part in a debate, led by 2 of the pupils. ... See more

The prep have been learning a song in Spanish about different types of transport. Can you recognise any?

Upper Prep had a visit from PC Davies yesterday. Year 6 had an age-appropriate workshop about the dangers of drugs and year 5 talked about cyber bullying. The pupils always enjoy when PC Davies comes in! ... See more

Friday 23rd October

A reminder that tomorrow, pupils are allowed to wear non-school uniform and pay £2 in order to raise money for our chosen charity Paul Sartori Foundation

This half term, Year 8 have been introduced to philosophy in their RE lessons. Part of this was looking at ultimate and moral questions and to finish the half term, they had a debate.

At Outdoor School, the pupils have been learning how to debate and the techniques to use to be a good debater. They certainly transferred these skills to RE! They all spoke clearly, used facts, emotive language and listened to each other’s points. Well done, year 8! ... See more

Year 8 have continued to look at portraits in art. It’s fantastic seeing their skills improve lesson by lesson!

Owls have been learning about Grace Darling-the heroine from a long time ago who saved many lives at sea. They enjoyed making medals for her bravery.

Year 8 geographers have been learning about the weather. This week, they learnt about air pressure and worked together to answer a question from a GCSE revision guide on how anticyclones affect the conditions in summer and winter. ... See more