Welcome to The Bartholomew Bulletin, a termly round up of news and highlights for the school community.

We hope you enjoy reading about some of the many trips, events and activities that have taken place within the school community over the past few weeks and this gives a flavour of life at Bartholomew.

Previous issues may be accessed via the link at the top right of this page, or via the Newsletters page of our school website: Newsletters - Bartholomew School

Contents

Foreword from the Head of School

Governing Body Update

Friends of Bartholomew School (FOBS)

Alumni News

EPA Trust News

Term Dates 2025-26

Foreword from the Head of School

From Mr Adam Wood, Head of School

The rhythm of the year in schools is such that many events are organised term by term. This means that short terms like this one are even busier than usual, with so much to pack in to such a short space of time.

The fifteen extracurricular trips mentioned in this bulletin alone represent three trips a week across the term - each of which was a valuable learning opportunity outside the classroom. Beyond academic progress and pastoral care, we believe that school should be an enriching and engaging experience that supports our students to understand their place in the world. Our new School Improvement Plan explicitly references widening opportunities for student engagement with the world beyond school and it is an area that we will continue to champion over the coming years.

May I take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy Easter and to wish our Year 11 and Year 13 students the very best of luck as they enter the last stages of their preparations for the summer examinations.

Governing Body Update

From Dr Lucy Dickinson, Chair of Governors

During this short but busy Spring term it has been good to see students finally enjoying some sunshine and time outside whilst final preparations for exams are underway for Year 11 and 13.

Governors have met to discuss the new School Improvement Plan, an over-arching document that lays out the top level aims and aspirations for the school over the next three years. Given the recent Government White Paper on SEND and current national focus, governors and staff are pleased to have introduced a specific section on inclusion, and to have considered how to celebrate diversity and belonging for all students, along with thinking about access to both the curriculum and to wider school life and enrichment.

Find out more about the School Improvement Plan 2026-2029

In addition to continuing attention to curriculum, teaching and learning, other focus areas will include wellbeing of students, staff and parents/carers, as well as consideration of how to further enhance the sense of belonging within school and links with the wider community. During the summer term this top-level plan along with input from students, staff and parents/carers will be used to map out the one-year School Development Plan for next year.

Meanwhile alongside lesson-based learning, students have continued with a variety of sporting and musical activities and celebrations including World Book Day and culminating in the end of term roof-raising Battle of the Bands music competition. Congratulations to all the bands who performed (more in Music News below) and thanks to all those involved in supporting students to put on these events, from parents/carers, staff, the Front Row Festival for giving students this opportunity, and to the Friends of Bartholomew School who regularly offer refreshments at such events to help raise money for further improvements to the outdoor space. Don’t forget to sign up for the 300 Club as another way to support this project - and perhaps to enjoy an unexpected windfall!

Best wishes to everyone for a lovely Easter break.

Subject News

Business & Economics News

Business & Economics Grade Booster Workshop on

From Mrs Furse, Teacher of Business & Economics

Thirty-four Year 13 Business and Economics students travelled to the Vue Cinema at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol to attend an intensive Grade Booster Workshop delivered by Tutor2U.

The day was full of fast paced action with students challenged throughout on their knowledge and exam technique. They had the opportunity to mingle with students studying the same course from around the area as well as compete against them. We were extremely proud of how well our students performed in each task, with the group willingly offering answers and winning prizes for their excellent answers. All the presenters commented on how keen the students were to learn from them and asking questions as well as answering them.

The trip was a great success and provided a valuable opportunity for students to sharpen their skills and focus their final revision.

Maths News

Náboj Maths Competition

From Ms Shao, Maths Department

On Friday 13th March, ten of our Sixth Form mathematicians represented Bartholomew School at the Náboj Maths Competition, hosted locally at Abingdon School.

Náboj is an international team mathematics competition for students who enjoy tackling challenging problems and who may be considering studying Mathematics or a related subject at university. Founded in Slovakia in 1998, the competition now runs simultaneously in multiple countries, bringing together thousands of students to compete at the same time.

During the 120-minute competition, our two teams of five worked collaboratively to solve as many problems as possible. The questions differed considerably from routine classroom exercises; rather than applying a single learned method, students were required to demonstrate creativity, logical reasoning and real ingenuity. Success depended not only on individual mathematical strength but also on teamwork, clear communication and resilience under time pressure.

A huge congratulations to Bosco, Milla, Freddy, Anna, Tom, Zach, Sam, Hannah, Annabel, and Louis. There were 19 teams in total and although the competition was very fierce, our teams made Bartholomew very proud. Well done!

These ten Year 12 students represented Bartholomew School in the Náboj Maths Competition, a two-hour event taking place at Abingdon School, for which students were challenged to solve as many maths problems as possible.

Media News

Students explore the world of film, television and games at the National Film and Television School

From Ms Lowdon and Ms Simpson

On Tuesday 24th March, students from across Art, Design & Technology (Product Design and Textiles), Drama, Music and Media travelled by coach to the National Film and Television School (NFTS) in Beaconsfield for an inspiring behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s leading film schools. The visit offered a rare opportunity to explore the many creative and technical careers that exist within the film, television and games industries - from animation and stage design to film composition, sound engineering and visual effects.

During a full tour of the campus, students visited specialist studios and workshops where NFTS students develop their craft. One memorable moment came when they saw artists painting a huge set based on a tiny design sketch – a process that takes incredible precision and patience.

Students also took part in hands-on workshops in animation or science and natural history filmmaking, working with NFTS students to create sound effects in the animation studios. Along the way they discovered just how detailed the creative process can be – including the surprising fact that, on a good day, animators may capture only four seconds of footage.

The group also watched an eight-minute animated short film titled Eyeliner, produced by NFTS students. To everyone’s delight, the background soundscape for the film had been recorded here at Bartholomew School, capturing the everyday buzz of a busy school environment.

Students particularly valued the opportunity to speak directly with NFTS students about their courses and career pathways. As one student reflected, “I thought it was a valuable experience being able to see the different buildings and what was going on inside them. I really enjoyed the animation workshop and learning about the different types of animation and how they function.” Another commented on the dedication required in the industry, saying it gave them “a much deeper understanding of how much time and investment goes into these careers.”

The tour also highlighted just how competitive the industry can be, with over 250 applicants for just ten places on each course, making it a privilege to see the training and facilities first-hand. Students were fascinated by everything from miniature model sets and prop-building workshops to sound engineering studios and advanced digital production suites – and even spotted original Nick Park Wallace and Gromit drawings on display.

A thoroughly rewarding day – it was fascinating to see the many different roles that go into making film, television and games, and a fantastic opportunity for students to glimpse the possibilities within this exciting industry.

Modern Foreign Languages News

Year 7 Mandarin trip to the Ashmolean Museum

From Ms Guo, Teacher of Mandarin

On Thursday 12th March, 67 Year 7 students enjoyed an exciting Mandarin enrichment trip to the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. The visit gave students a fantastic opportunity to explore Chinese history and culture beyond the classroom.

During the museum visit, students explored the ancient Chinese galleries, discovering fascinating artefacts such as oracle bones, emperors’ gowns, bronze vessels and beautiful jade objects. One of the highlights of the trip was the chance to handle some delicate artefacts, including jade stamps, while learning about their history and how they were used in ancient China.

After the museum tour, students continued their cultural experience with an authentic Chinese lunch at the Sichuan Grand restaurant. Many students bravely tried a variety of traditional Chinese dishes and practised using chopsticks, giving them a real taste of Chinese dining culture.

It was a memorable and enjoyable day for everyone involved. The experiences from the trip will be linked to future Mandarin lessons, helping students develop a deeper appreciation of the Chinese language and its rich 5,000-year cultural heritage.

Year 8 Mandarin trip to London Chinatown

From Ms Yin, Teacher of Mandarin

Our Year 8 Mandarin students enjoyed a fantastic cultural trip to Chinatown in London to celebrate Chinese New Year. The visit offered a brilliant opportunity to experience Chinese traditions first-hand and practise language skills outside the classroom.

Students took part in an engaging Chinese knot tying activity at the Chinese Community Centre, which introduced them to an important aspect of Chinese heritage. They also had time to explore Chinatown, visiting a traditional bakery and supermarket to discover authentic ingredients and snacks.

A highlight of the day was the delicious Chinese lunch at Orient London Restaurant, where students shared a variety of classic dishes such as dim sum, sweet and sour chicken, chow mein and egg fried rice.

The trip was both educational and enjoyable, giving students a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture in a lively and authentic setting.

The Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators

From Mr Scott, Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages

The Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators offers language learners at all levels the opportunity to show their skills in a creative translation of a foreign language text into English. The competition is was launched by Queen’s College, Oxford University in 2020, and Bartholomew School has a proud record of students entering - and being recognised for their wonderful, creative translations.

The competition is inspired by the life and work of the renowned translator Anthea Bell. It aims to promote language learning across the UK and to inspire creativity in the classroom, and to motivate more pupils to study modern languages at school and beyond.

Several of our talented linguists entered the competition this year. A massive well done to Miley in Year 7, Poppy, Katharine, Sasha and Stephen in Year 8 along with Elizabeth and Esmée in Year 9, with their translations from German to English. We were so impressed by their creative work and wish them Alles Gute - best of luck - in the competition!

Find out more about the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators

Music News

Battle of the Bands

From Mrs Almgill, Head of Music

What a fantastic evening we had at our annual Battle of the Bands last night! We kicked off with brilliant opening sets from the String Group, Musical Theatre, and Jazz Band, all enhanced by the professional-standard sound and lighting provided by Woody and Ben. Six bands competed for the top prize, featuring an array of talent from Year 7 Petru and Year 9 Rhys to the Year 8 boys’ group Lost in Time, alongside impressive solo acts from Indiya, Ethan, and Angus.

After a tough deliberation by the judges, Swamp Angel (Year 11 and Sixth Form) were crowned the overall winners and have been awarded a spot on the main stage at the Front Row Festival. A huge well done also goes to Indiya and Angus, who were highly commended and will be performing on the festival's acoustic stage.

Please do join us at the Front Row Festival on Saturday 27th June and support our incredibly talented musicians!

London Symphony Orchestra spectacular at the Barbican

From Mrs Almgill, Head of Music

Our Music Department recently enjoyed a fantastic trip to the Barbican to hear the London Symphony Orchestra in an immersive and educational performance. Sitting right at the front by the violins, our students could hear every note and see every detail of the musicians’ techniques thanks to excellent close-up camera work. The concert was brilliantly compared, guiding the group through the intricate layers of Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra and introduced us to wonderful works by Farrenc, Bacewicz and Price.

Our students were a credit to the school; they were so engrossed that many remarked the concert could have been twice as long! The afternoon reached a thrilling conclusion with an "epic" rendition of the Star Wars finale by John Williams, leaving everyone truly inspired.

PE News

National Schools Rugby 7s Event at Rosslyn Park

From Mr Connaughton, Teacher of Physical Education

After the most successful run of a Bartholomew School rugby team (unbeaten from Year 7 through to Year 11) it was only right that we entered our Sixth Form side into the world's largest school's rugby event, the Rosslyn Park National Schools 7's. We have never entered this event as a school but we hope that it can become a regular fixture in our rugby calendar.

The event went as expected. We faced strong opposition and found it challenging to compete at times, but there were many valuable lessons to take away. One of the key reflections is that regular squad training makes a significant difference - teams with larger squads who train several times a week, including at weekends, naturally build greater cohesion and match experience.

The team played well and Jack R, Matthew F and Ethan S gave standout performances on the day. We missed the injured Tom G, James G and Osian W who would have made a huge difference. Ben D made history by becoming the first student to score in the event for Bartholomew School.

Year 9 Sport Leaders

From Miss Walton, Teacher of Physical Education

Our EPA Dance Festival took place on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th March, with around 250 Year 3 and Year 4 students attending. It was a brilliant event and the Year 9 Sports Leaders are congratulated for their amazing help!

Term 4 Sports Fixtures Summary

Year 7 boys football lost 3-2 to Carterton
Year 8 boys football won 5-0 against Carterton.
Year 10 boys football beat Carterton 6-1
Year 7 & 8 Sports Hall athletics at Marlborough School on Thursday 26th February, "Great effort by everyone at the Year 7 & 8 Sports Hall athletics at Marlborough School. They Year 7 boys won and the Year 8 boys came 3rd
U15 Girls' Football on Thursday 5th March - Our A Team came second in WOSSP and are through to the next round on 16th April

Personal Development News

A Look Ahead to Personal Development Lessons in Term 5

In Personal Development lessons, students continue to study a range of topics that support their wellbeing, relationships and personal growth. Our spiral curriculum revisits key themes in an age-appropriate way, and is carefully planned in line with DfE guidance and PSHE Association resources.

From Mrs Humm, Head of Personal Development & Citizenship

Explore our Personal Development curriculum

Year 7

Year 7 students will follow a rotation of lessons taught by the Year 7 tutor team. These lessons cover the following topics: alcohol, tobacco and nicotine, coping with grief, change and loss, body image and self-expression, consent, dental health, and female genital mutilation which will be taught in collaboration with our School Health Nurse.

Year 8

Year 8 students will continue their lessons with the Year 8 tutors on a carousel basis. The topics, which are covered on this rotation of lessons, are: relationship values, consent and contraception, staying safe (including domestic abuse and avoiding sharing images online), family life, online safety, belonging and community, and emotional health. They will finish the term with a lesson entitled ‘Food For Thought’, which focuses on making healthier food choices.

Please follow this link to our Year 8 Personal Development carousel showing when each topic is taught.

Year 9

Year 9 students will continue their lessons with the Year 9 tutors on a carousel basis. The topics which are covered on this rotation of lessons are: drugs, emotional health (including eating disorderly, strategies to maintain positive emotional wellbeing, and managing difficult times), first aid, and relationships (including respectful relationships, consent, contraception and sexual health).

Please follow this link to our Year 9 Personal Development carousel showing when each topic is taught.

Year 10

Year 10 students will continue their lessons with the Year 10 tutors on a carousel basis. The topics which are covered on this rotation of lessons are: promoting a resilience to gambling, drugs and alcohol, emotional health, why may some young people become drawn into gangs, and sex and relationships (including respect, the impact of pornography, consent, and managing conflict and relationship breakdown).

Please follow this link to our Year 10 Personal Development carousel showing when each topic is taught.

Year 11

Year 11 students will be completing their work about personal finance during Personal Development time and preparing for completing Year 11

Duke of Edinburgh's Award News

Gold DofE Expedition Training Day

From Ms Shao, Duke of Edinburgh Lead

Our Year 12 Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award participants recently took part in their expedition training day as they prepare for the next stage of their Gold journey. Working with our expedition partner, School of Outdoors, students spent the day developing the practical skills needed for their forthcoming expedition. In their teams, they explored key aspects of expedition preparation including route planning and navigation using maps and compasses, equipment organisation, campcraft and planning simple but effective expedition meals.

The training also emphasised teamwork, communication and decision-making — all essential elements of a successful expedition where students will be navigating and working independently as a group under remote supervision. Experiences like this are an important part of the Gold Award, helping students build confidence, resilience and leadership skills as they prepare for their practice expedition later in the year.

We are proud of the determination and teamwork our students continue to show as they work towards achieving the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award.

House News

House Points Update for the end of Term 4

Well done to all students who have earned house points and keep up the good work!

Scroll through the slides below to see find out which house currently leads the way with an impressive 19,049 house points!

Careers News

WOSCP Careers Event

The West Oxfordshire Schools Careers Partnership (WOSCP) organised an Apprenticeship Event at The Marlborough School, Woodstock, on Thursday 12th March 2026.

The event was the result of WOSCP staff working together to provide an opportunity for students and their parents/carers to engage with organisations offering apprenticeships and was open to students in Years 10 – 13. As well as company stands for attendees to visit, two presentations were offered with apprentices from the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and Atlassian Williams F1, talking about their experiences. The event was very successful, with a large student attendance and positive feedback.

We would like to thank the exhibitors who gave up their time to promote the wide range of apprenticeships on offer and the speakers who gave interesting and informative talks.

Careers Guidance in School

Our Careers Advisor Maggie Nason has continued to meet Year 11 students this term, particularly those referred to her following their recent Post 16 IAG meetings.

All students will receive an Action Plan summarising what has been discussed and the suggested action to be taken.

Anyone who is unsure of their plans for next year, and would benefit from a meeting with her, should see Mrs Williams in the Careers Office, or email: careers@bartholomew.epatrust.org for an appointment.

National Careers Week

We marked National Careers Week at the beginning of March with some registration activities to help students kick start their career planning .

We also provided some useful links that students can use including:

The eClips website offering accurate, impartial information on over 1400 careers, plus a wealth of advice and information on education and employment choices: eCLIPS.

The National Careers Service: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/ where you can find job profiles and information about which careers will be in demand in the future. The website also has a section specifically for young people. If you want to speak to an advisor, you can call 0800 100 900.

Get My First Job: www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk where you can find out about live apprenticeships, training and job vacancies and get in touch with employers. As well as tips about applying for jobs and how to impress at interviews.

Year 10 Work Experience

Year 10 Work Experience 27th April – 1st May 2026.

Well done to those Year 10 students who’ve managed to arrange their own work experience placements. All of those who asked school to arrange a placement for them, have also now received their employer details. Students have been asked to email their employer to thank them for this opportunity; this is particularly important for those students who’ve had placements organised by school and not had any previous contact with the company.

We’re still waiting for some final details from employers, particularly to confirm working hours, and these will be forwarded to students as soon as they’re available. The necessary H&S/insurance checks are continuing.

Year 12 Work Experience

Year 12 Work Experience 6th – 10th July 2026.

This week has been set aside for Year 12 to do a period of work experience and students have been encouraged to research and apply for places. All placements have to be registered and checked with school and the necessary forms are available on Google Classrooms and the school website: https://www.bartholomew.oxon.sch.uk/655/work-experience

The deadline for returning Application forms is Friday 1st May 2026.

For information and advice on careers or work experience please contact Mrs Linda Williams on 01865 733334 (direct line) or email careers@bartholomew.epatrust.org

Food Hall

It’s well known that the food at Bartholomew School is exceptional, and this term we’ve been celebrating our fantastic catering team. By gathering student feedback and weaving ideas into menu planning, they keep the Food Hall vibrant, varied and exciting. As well as encouraging students to try new dishes and cuisines, the team help build understanding of where food comes from, all while providing healthy, nutritious choices — including our much-loved Ottolenghi-inspired salad bar.

Friends of Bartholomew School (FOBS)

Hello everyone!

We’re the Friends of Bartholomew School (FOBS), a volunteer group made up of parents, carers, staff and friends of the school who work together to raise funds and support projects that enhance the experience of all our students. We’re always looking for new members and volunteers to join us. Whether you’d like to be more involved, help out occasionally, or simply share a fundraising idea, we’d love to hear from you!

This term we have been meeting some new members who have joined, which has been fantastic. We also had the pleasure of supporting 'Battle of the Bands' and enjoyed serving drinks whilst being treated to performances by a very talented group of students.

We have also had the pleasure of contacting winners of our 300 club draw. This is a great and easy way to support FOBs (see details below)

There are lots of ways to get involved and support the School. We always welcome new ideas and need volunteers to support our fundraising initiatives.

How to get in touch

Email us at: friendsofbartholomewschool.com
Join our Facebook page: Friends of Bartholomew School (Eynsham) for news, updates and the 300 Club draw, which takes place monthly.

Jet Off and Raise £125 for FOBS

Final few days to make a difference! Thinking about booking your next getaway? Now's the perfect time. When you book Tui Holiday through Easyfundraising (search for Bartholomew School Eynsham) by 31st March (excluding flight only and hotel only bookings), FOBS will receive a fantastic £125 donation. It's an easy way to support the school while treating yourself to a well-deserved break. Your holiday could help fund new opportunities, resources, and experiences for Bartholomew School students. Book your trip, boost the school and start dreaming of sunshine.

Support FOBS through Easyfundraising

Did you know you can raise money for the school just by shopping online?
By signing up to Easy Fundraising and selecting Bartholomew School, Eynsham as your chosen cause, every time you shop with participating retailers, a small donation will be made to FOBS – at no extra cost to you!

It only takes a few minutes to set up, and every little bit really does make a big difference.

Our Current Project: The Great Outdoors Initiative

FOBS are excited to be fundraising for our new Great Outdoors Initiative. Our goal is to help students enjoy more time outside, learning, relaxing, and socialising, in comfort and in all weathers. We are working with school and students to make sure their ideas help shape the project, creating outdoor areas they’ll genuinely love and use, such as an outdoor gym and fitness equipment, benches and seating for social spaces, and a canopy to provide shelter and shade.

300 Club

Thank you so much for supporting the school through the 300 Club. We are genuinely grateful for your involvement and for helping us raise valuable funds for Bartholomew School. We wanted to share a quick update. While we were delighted to launch the 300 Club with such generous prizes, membership hasn't grown as quickly as we had hoped at this early stage. To ensure the 300 Club remains sustainable while it continues to grow, we've made the decision to temporarily adjust the monthly prize structure. From the next draw, which takes place on the 1st of every month, prizes will be:

1st prize = £100

2nd prize = £25

3rd prize = £25

This is not a permanent change. As membership increases, we fully intend to increase the prize fund again, and we'll keep all members updated as members grow. Our aim is to return to the original prize totals as soon as possible. If you haven't yet joined, or know someone who may like to, please support the 300 Club and support the school.

For just £2 a month, every membership makes a real difference and helps us to get back to those bigger prize amounts (£200, £50 and £50) even sooner!

How to sign up to the 300 Club:

Set up a standing order (minimum 12 months) with the following details:

Account name: Bartholomew School Association
Sort code: 30-99-78
Account number: 01916002
Reference: [Your full name]
Amount: £2 per number (e.g. £6 for three numbers)
Date: 1st of the month

Email us to confirm when you have set this up. Please include your name, address and contact number, along with how many numbers you have set up, and send this to friendsofbartholomewschool@gmail.com
We will confirming your number(s) and you will be entered for the next and subsequent draws with a chance to win a cash prize each time! These are shown live on our Facebook page at the start of each month and winners notified after

We look forward to sharing further updates with you and thank you for your continued support,
The Friends of Bartholomew School

Volunteers are always welcome, so if you’d like to help at an event or just find out more, please get in touch. Our Annual General Meeting dates are publicised via the school along with the FOBS page of the school website, and on our Facebook page too. We look forward to welcoming you!

Alumni News

Alumna returns to Bartholomew to support Sixth Form Personal Development

On Thursday 12th March we were pleased to welcome representatives from Survivor Space to Bartholomew School as part of the Sixth Form Personal Development programme.

Amanda, who is Head of Business Development, delivered an impactful presentation on consent, which was well received by students and covered a range of important issues. It was also wonderful to welcome Lauren Kendall, Survivor Space CEO and former Bartholomew student, who joined the visit to support the session and learn more about the work taking place in schools.

We are grateful to Survivor Space for their visit, and we are always delighted to welcome back members of our alumni community to Bartholomew and see the positive impact they are making through their work and their contribution to the development of our young people.

Calling all former students!

If you’re a former student of Bartholomew School, we'd love to hear from you!

Your experiences since leaving could help to motivate and inspire our current students, giving them greater confidence as they make decisions about their future. We invite you to join our alumni network and stay connected with the school.

We have partnered with the national education charity Future First, which specialises in helping schools like ours keep in touch with former students.

You can choose how and when you get involved. You might act as a career or education role model, offer work experience, become a mentor in person or online, support fundraising, or even consider becoming a governor.

It doesn’t matter when you left, whether you are in further education or employment, or whether you still live locally or further afield — there are many ways you can help. Get in touch via the platform to let us know if you'd be interested, or share news of your career journey to help inspire and support others - it really does make an impact.

We are also keen to hear from alumni who want to play a part in helping run the Future First platform, for example through event planning, fundraising or volunteer platform. If you have any ideas or think you may be able to help, get in touch and make the platform work for you as alumni.

To sign up, simply follow this link and complete the short online form, which only takes a couple of minutes:

https://www.futurefirsthub.org.uk/

Exam Certificate Collection - Class of 2025

Former students who took examinations in the summer of 2025 may collect their GCSE, A Level and BTEC certificates, which are available for collection now via reception. If you want someone else to collect your certificates on your behalf you'll need to give permission; visit our Exams page on the school website to find out more:

www.bartholomew.oxon.sch.uk/244/exams

Please share this information widely with others who have left the School recently, thank you.

EPA Trust News

EPA Festival of Reading

From Ms Selfe, Director of Reading Across the EPA

On Wednesday 25th February 30 children from nine EPA primary schools attended the EPA Festival of Reading, which took place in the library at Bartholomew School.

We were delighted to welcome the author Catherine Bruton, who delivered workshops to pupils in some of our EPA feeder primary schools.

The event was a great success and the chidren participated with great enthusiasm and concentration, producing some exceptional writing and great ideas!

We thank our guest author for supporting this year's event and hope that everyone found it as enjoyable day as we did!

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