Beachborough Newsletter: Friday 27th June 2025
Head’s Blog
“The greatest gift you can give a child is a chance at a better life. That starts with an extraordinary school, a place where they are seen, believed in, and given the tools to soar” Oprah Winfrey
What an extraordinary week we have had at Beachborough! Enrichment Week 2025 has been nothing short of inspiring, and this year’s theme, “Your Voice Matters,” has come to life in the most imaginative and empowering ways.
We began the week with a wonderful show of confidence and leadership from the children who bravely put themselves forward for the role of Head for the Day. Each candidate presented their manifesto to their peers with clarity and passion. After careful consideration (and a school-wide vote), I am delighted to announce that Dougy H was elected! He will take up the mantle on 8th July, and I will be meeting with him shortly to see which parts of his manifesto we can bring to life. Rumour has it that we may be starting the day with a whole-school game of Capture the Flag, watch this space!
Monday evening brought the Summer Music Concert, and what a joy it was! From solo instrumentalists to ensembles, the standard of performance was simply outstanding. My hands were clapping, and my toes were tapping all the way through! Huge thanks to Mrs Chatfield and the entire music team for their dedication and expert guidance. The confidence and musicianship displayed by our pupils were a testament to a culture of creativity and support.
The children have taken part in an incredible range of enrichment activities, many of which they helped to choose themselves, staying true to our theme. One long-held dream came true for many, as they were finally allowed to climb the mighty beech tree on the front lawn, a moment filled with joy, determination, and just the right amount of adventure. Others spent time developing their freestyle football skills under the expert guidance of the Vice UK Champion, an inspiring and high-energy session that had everyone cheering. Meanwhile, another group stepped into the world of law and justice, taking part in a mock trial at a magistrates’ court, an experience that challenged their thinking, boosted their confidence, and sparked some excellent debate. These are just a few examples of the variety and richness of the opportunities on offer, and it’s been wonderful to see pupils so engaged, curious, and excited throughout the week. It has been a pleasure to watch the children step outside their usual routines, explore new interests, and have their voices heard. My heartfelt thanks to Mr Gross, who coordinated the entire week with brilliance and care.
Thursday saw the school buzz with energy for Club Challenge Day, which brought a fantastic mix of activities including scavenger hunts, circus skills, and of course, our much-loved Club Shout to round off the day. Thank you to all the club leaders for their creativity, energy, and unwavering enthusiasm.
Today, we celebrated one of the biggest events in the school calendar, Sports Day. Under brilliant sunshine and even brighter spirits, the children showcased their sporting talents, teamwork, and determination. It was a wonderful day of competition and camaraderie, expertly organised by Mr Usher and the Games Department. A huge thank you to all involved.
And finally, as the sun sets on this action-packed week, we are preparing for the magnificent Camp Out! A highlight for many, and one I am personally excited to experience for the first time. My sincere thanks go to Mrs Gross and to Beachborough Friends for bringing the magic of Camp Out to life for our school community.
It has been a week full of joy, laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories.
Wishing you all a sunny weekend after such a brilliant few days.
Simone
Day 1:
After a significant amount of time spent training, Arthur K, in Form VI, competed in the 2nd national gymnastics qualifier last weekend at The International Centre in Telford.
Our recent Enrichment Week was a fantastic celebration of children’s voices, with the whole timetable embracing the theme “Your Voice Matters.” From start to finish, children had exciting opportunities to share their opinions and take the lead.
During Enrichment week our Form VI pupils expressed their pupil voice, and chose to embark on an unforgettable journey of exploration, innovation, and imagination!
Meanwhile, our future engineers took on a thrilling challenge. Using our rollercoaster kits, they designed and built tracks that allowed a car to complete a full 360-degree loop! With teamwork, creativity, and a bit of trial and error, they celebrated as their cars zoomed through the loop-the-loop with cheers all around.
As part of Enrichment Week, pupils took part in a series of exciting geography-themed games that brought learning to life in the most imaginative ways. They used their ‘Pupil Voice’ to select games which appealed to them.
This term, Form V have been feverishly working on collaborative projects which have looked for sustainable solutions in the transport industry. They considered current issues within the industry and innovated products which could improve these problems. The competition culminated in a poster conference in the Whybrow, in which the teams battled it out, by presenting their ideas to the judges. All participants put forward exciting, well considered projects, but a special congratulations must go to the winners of the three categories:
Last Sunday, athletes from the Beachborough & Brackley Triathlon club competed at Twyford, Reading, for the 5th race of the South Central Series. Jack S and Hermione S both placed 3rd in their respective TS1 categories, and it was all smiles for Jenna S who took the win in the female TS2 category. A special mention must go to Darcey S, who raced brilliantly but narrowly missed out on a podium place. Well done, everyone!
