As we come to the end of a busy and festive week, it's a wonderful time to reflect on the highlights of Year 7's activities. On Monday morning, we had our Year 7 Celebration Assembly, where many of our Year 7 students were recognised for their outstanding achievements. We celebrated students for having 100% attendance, being awarded Star of the Week, earning zero demerits, accumulating a large number of merits, excelling as Reading Champions and demonstrating key values such as having courage and being kind. There were many more awards too, each reflecting the dedication, hard work, and positive attitudes shown by our students throughout the term. It has truly been a pleasure to see Year 7 students achieve such great things and we are so proud of all their accomplishments.

On Monday evening, I had the privilege of attending the school Christmas Carol Concert, which showcased the incredible musical talent of our students across all year groups. It was truly a joy to watch and sing along with the students. A special congratulations goes to Carys P 7MY, who opened the evening with the first reading, 'Innkeeper'. The Year 7 'Young Voices' choir did an outstanding job, performing both 'Underneath the Tree' and 'Merry Christmas Everyone' with energy, enthusiasm and even a bit of dancing! Well done to everyone involved – your performances were a festive treat! Thank you to Mr Holloway and all the students for your hard work to put on this incredible concert.

On Tuesday, Year 7 enjoyed their Christmas lunch, which was a lovely opportunity to come together as a year group and celebrate the season. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was full of joy and festive cheer. It was heartwarming to see students chatting and enjoying their time with friends, making memories before the holiday break.

As we approach the holiday season, I encourage all Year 7 students to take a well-deserved break from their screens and immerse themselves in the joy of spending time with family and friends. The holidays are the perfect time to disconnect from digital distractions and embrace the present moment. Encourage your daughters to put down their devices, enjoy the simple pleasures of the season, including getting some fresh air, spending time outdoors and enjoying nature. Let’s encourage Year 7 students to spread positivity and compassion wherever they go this Christmas, ensuring that they return to school in January with renewed energy, a refreshed mindset and an eagerness to take on the exciting challenges and opportunities of the year ahead.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year all! 

⭐ STARS OF THE WEEK ⭐

7CX: Molly M - for captaining and organising the 7CX house football team.

7CY: Nancy D - for creating a lovely Christmas-themed bauble.

7EX: Stacy T - for her continued efforts in gaining as many merits as she can!

7EY: Camila P - for her participation in the Young Voices at the Christmas Concert, and for helping to teach the rest of the form group all the dance moves!

7MX: Hannah S – for being a Rosebery role model, and for always doing the right thing both inside and outside of lessons.

7MY: Sofia T - for her excellent creation for 7MY’s Gothic Fair.

7PX: Shathurja T - for her positive attitude and for gaining lots of merits.

7PY: Alice H - for being an avid reader and achieving Reading Champion!

As we wrap up another successful half term, we are excited to share some wonderful highlights from this week that truly embody the spirit of our school community. The standout event of the week was (without a doubt) our beautiful Christmas Concert. The air was filled with joy and excitement as our talented singers and musicians took to the stage. The dedication and hard work put in by each performer was evident in their remarkable performances. A massive congratulations to all the students who participated; your passion and skill lit up the evening!

On Tuesday, we held our celebration assembly, a joyful occasion where we recognised the outstanding achievements of our students. I am always amazed by the variety of accomplishments we celebrate, and this week was no different. A huge shout-out to Lily S 8CX for her remarkable performance in the UK Bebras challenge, achieving the highest results in the school! Lily's dedication and talent truly shone, and we couldn't be prouder. We also honoured our top Sparx performers, as well as those who earned the highest merits and those who had outstanding attendance. It's uplifting to see students striving for excellence and being recognised for their efforts.

This term, we have made a concerted effort to promote kindness within our school community, and I am thrilled to spotlight our Kindness Champions. These incredible students have gone above and beyond in their efforts to spread joy and compassion. A special mention goes to Caitlyn K 8CX for her tireless work in cultivating a spirit of kindness throughout our community. Your commitment to making a difference is truly inspiring! We also wish to celebrate Skylar C 8MY for her charity work outside of school with an organisation called ‘Wrap Up London.’ It’s heartwarming to hear stories of students engaging with their community and making a positive impact beyond our school walls. Such initiatives showcase the values of empathy and generosity that we hold dear.  We also congratulate two keen gymnasts in our year group .   This weekend, they flew to Germany with their Star-Tastic Academy squad and competed in the Gymfinity International invitational. Their squad did amazingly, coming away with three silver team cups, and the girls were phenomenal individually.  Zara C 8MX achieved a bronze on vault, bronze on bars and silver on floor in her division. Grace B 8MX won gold on vault, bronze on bars and silver all round in her divisions.  We are very proud of your achievements - this was lovely news to hear.

As we approach the holiday season, we want to extend our heartfelt wishes to you and your families. May this time be filled with rest, joy, and cherished moments together. Have a lovely holiday break!

⭐ STARS OF THE WEEK ⭐

8CX: Caitlyn K - for winning the year group Kindness Challenge card.

8CY: Lily S - for her amazing performace in the UK Bebras challenge.

8EX: Izzy H - for decorating the classroom windows with amazing Christmas art!

8EY: Sophia P, Sophie B, Naomi P-M - for helping with the Epsom Food Bank collection.

8MX: Grace B - for her amazing gymnastic performance in Germany against several international teams - winning the Silver medal!

8MY: Skylar C - for her work towards the ‘Wrap Up London’ charity.

8PX: Zara C - for her amazing success in gymnastics at the weekend.

8PY: Isla R - for achieving the most amount of kindness merits in the year group.

Well done Year 9 for another excellent week to end what has been a hugely successful term. Over 21% of Year 9s have achieved over 100 merits, and over 40% have achieved over 75 merits, which is excellent! This success has meant we have been the year group with the most merits throughout the term, and we are so proud of this. 57 students have 100% attendance, and 165 students have attendance of 96%, which is fantastic, especially after such a long term. The coaching sessions with the Sixth Form students have been very successful, with many students participating. These sessions will continue next term and are well worth signing up to.

Thank you to all the students who participated in the Christmas Carol Concert - which was beautifully delivered and highlighted all the talented students we have in our year group. Students enjoyed their Christmas dinner at lunchtime yesterday and are now in the festive mood, ready for their two-week break. Well done to all those who have continued with rehearsals for Peter Pan. We can’t wait to see it!

There are lots of exciting things coming up next year for Year 9. We have the Girls On Board sessions, Graduation into Upper School, Options Refinement, coaching and lots more. Have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year, and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!

It has been a joyful week for Year 10 as we celebrated our ‘Remarkable and Proud’ students with a crafting afternoon on Tuesday. They spent the time making wax-decorated baubles, wooden bead snowflakes and more. This was just a small token to say 'thank you' to some of our students.  

Festive celebrations continued with our Christmas lunch in the canteen on Wednesday, where it proved that you are never too old to wear a Christmas hat from the cracker! Then we concluded the term with our celebration assembly on Thursday morning. 54 students still have 100% attendance, 65 students have 0 demerits and, within that, 21 of the students have 100% attendance and 0 demerits. With thanks to ePraise, students are being rewarded with more points, which meant we have 48 students with over 200 merits, which is a huge achievement! 

Next term, we will be starting the year with the relaunch of our Brave Award as a way that students can be recognised for taking risks. Each form tutor will have ownership of this, meaning that these achievements can be celebrated in a smaller environment.  

A reminder that in January 2025, we will be launching Year 10 Work Experience week from Monday 30 June to Friday 4 July 2025. We will be using an online platform called ‘Unifrog’, which students will be sent a login for via their school emails. Please remind students not to delete this information, as they will need it for their PDC lessons.  

Finally, thank you for all your support this term. I continue to be proud of every student in the year and wish you all a wonderful Christmas holiday with your loved ones. See you in 2025! 

YEAR 10 ROUND UP

This term has been an exciting and dynamic journey for Year 10 students, full of both learning and creative experiences. In English, we dove into "A Christmas Carol", exploring its themes of isolation, poverty, and social responsibility. The assessment on these topics allowed us to critically analyse Dickens’ message and its relevance to both historical and modern society. 

In Music GCSE, we have been hard at work preparing for the Year 10 Concert and Christmas concert. Rehearsing for these events boosted our musical skills, performance confidence, and teamwork. The experience has been both rewarding and fun, bringing a sense of accomplishment and festive cheer.

Outside of academics, we got to enjoy some creativity in tutor time, making snowflakes, beaded candy canes, and taking part in a craft afternoon. The melting crayon baubles, wooden bead snowflakes, and card decorating allowed us to unwind, express their creativity, and bond with friends which helped us to get into the holiday spirit.

In Geography, we explored the development of Nigeria, examining the cultural differences between NEEs (Newly Emerging Economies) and HICs (High-Income Countries). we gained valuable insights into how these differences impact people’s lives, particularly in terms of healthcare, education, and infrastructure. This helped us to better understand global development issues and the challenges faced by countries like Nigeria.

In GCSE Business, we learned about the connection between legislation and consumer rights. we studied how laws like the Consumer Rights Act 2015 protect consumers and ensure businesses operate fairly. This knowledge is essential for understanding the broader role of government in regulating businesses and protecting consumer interests. 

The term has been filled with a lot to learn, but we are excited for what lies ahead. Looking forward, we are eager for upcoming events like the launch of Work Experience, the Self-Care Day, and the BRAVE award. These opportunities will provide us with a chance to further develop personal skills, enhance our well-being, and celebrate achievements as they continue their journey through Year 10.

Written by Amy R 10MY, Leah L 10EY and Zitta O 10CY 

What a whirlwind this past term has been! In Wednesday's celebration assembly, we took some time to reflect on everything Year 11 have achieved so far. Of course, there have been some significant academic milestones, such as mocks, reports and parents' evening; but we are so pleased that Year 11 have also had time to audition for the school production, win District Netball tournaments, assist the lower school with Robotics and Chemistry challenges, travel to Italy and much more! 

As a year group, they have also managed to earn over 24, 000 merits - a real testament to their work ethic and progress. We have therefore been delighted this term to award 132 Tutor merit certificates (50 merits), 33 Head of Year certificates (100 merits), 22 Head of Upper School certificates (150 merits) and 3 Deputy Headteacher certificates (200 merits). We have also recognised 20 students as being the students that make us exceptionally remarkable and proud by earning our 'Rosebery Remarkable' award each week, and we have invited 50 students so far for our 'Thank You Thursday' breakfasts. These have been a particular highlight, as it is so wonderful to spend time with our students who always do the right thing, and who are hard workers, excellent friends and resilient revisers, to boot. We can't wait to celebrate some more of our fantastic Year 11s next half term.

Speaking of our remarkable and proud students, we were so pleased to see so many Year 11s represented in the Christmas concert this week, which included our GCSE music students, but also some brilliant individual performances from this week's Rosebery Remarkable students: Regan P 11CX, Eloise B-G 11CX, Jocelyn B 11MY, Rhea T 11MY Sophie B 11PX, Elena D 11PY and Rosie R 11PY.

Finally, thank you in advance for ensuring that uniform is correct when we return, and that jewellery and trainers are left at home; thank you also for ensuring that hair, nails and make up are all natural.

We hope that Year 11 have a very well-deserved break; see you in 2025!