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The Regents Review Spring 2026

GENERAL NEWS

Year 7 Mr Sinclair and Mrs Jarvis are extremely proud of all Year 7 students, who currently have the best attendance in the school. Since January, the school has had a strong drive to improve attendance and Year 7 have led the way by setting the highest standard across the school. This achievement reflects the positive attitude that Year 7 bring to their learning each day. We know that learning and progress only truly happen when students

are in school and Year 7 have shown a fantastic commitment to being present, ready to learn and making the most of every lesson. Starting secondary school is an important milestone and our Year 7 students have made an excellent start to their journey. Their dedication, enthusiasm and willingness to engage in school life have made them a brilliant example for the rest of the school community. As we approach the Easter holiday, we would like to wish all

students and their families a very happy and restful break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for the summer term, which will be an exciting one, as it will be the final term for our students as Year 7 before they move forward into the next stage of their school journey. Well done, Year 7 - keep up the excellent work! Mr Sinclair Head of Year 7

Year 8 As we move further into the term, I would like to congratulate our Year 8 students for the positive attitude they continue to show in lessons and around the school. It has been great to see many students engaging fully with their learning and taking pride in their work. At the start of March, a group of Year 8 students had the opportunity to take part in our exciting trip to Paris. I would like to thank all of the students involved for their excellent behaviour throughout the visit – they were fantastic representatives of the school. During the trip, students enjoyed a range of memorable activities including crepe making, climbing the steps of the Eiffel Tower, taking a river cruise along the Seine and spending time at Disneyland. One of the highlights of the trip was seeing so many students step out of their comfort zones and bravely try snails for the first time! We have also been very pleased with the success of both our Year 8 football teams this term. Their teamwork has been particularly impressive and it

is clear to see how much effort and dedication the students are putting into representing the school. Their commitment to training and supporting one another has been fantastic and we are proud of the way they have approached both matches and practices. Attendance continues to be a key focus for Year 8 and it has been very pleasing to see an improvement in recent weeks. Many students have shown real commitment by attending school, even when they may have a minor cold or are not feeling at their best, recognising that being present in lessons helps them avoid missing crucial learning. Every day in school counts and even a small number of missed lessons can make it more difficult for students to keep up with new topics and skills. We greatly appreciate the support of families in encouraging strong attendance and punctuality, as this plays a vital role in helping students succeed and make the most of their opportunities at school. Over the coming weeks, Year 8 will be focusing on maintaining strong study habits as we continue to build the skills needed for the next stage of their education. We will also be highlighting the

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