It has been wonderful to visit Year 7 in their lessons this week. Mr Harvey and I had the pleasure of seeing Y-side students in their Maths lessons, where Miss Millar-Mills’ class were using mini whiteboards very effectively to receive feedback on their answers, and Mr Croudace’s class were taking opportunities to demonstrate their thinking to others. We also saw X-side students learning about seasonality in Food, marking up pieces of wood for their insect hotels in DT and designing new inventions in Product Design.

We are also now beginning our countdown to our PGL residential, and thanks go to Miss Canessa for hosting the Information Evening for the trip. All information has now been emailed out, enabling you to cross-check.

Inspired by Team Year 8, Year 7 are trying something new for the Rosebery News: Weekly Wins! Each week, the Year 7 form groups are going to share something that they are proud of, as a way to celebrate both individual and collective achievements. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we did.

🏆 WEEKLY WINS 🏆

7CX: Everyone made amazing sounds in drama

7CY: Elsie-Joy K and Isla H got into the school production of SIX: TEEN EDITION - not easy as this was hugely competitive!

7EX: Nirvayah A sang at Friday Live and 7EX went along to support her!

7EY: Darcy W and Amelia C won their football match/tournament; Elizabeth N competed in a dance competition coming in first place; and Ellie S overcame her fear of rollercoasters at Alton Towers!

7EY: Everyone gained merits for their excellent work in History!

7MY: Kitty A-J sang at Friday Live and all of 7MY achieved merits in Music for singing as well!

7PX: Everyone is always nice to each other.

7PY: Well done 7PY for a fantastic equipment check with all students having everything they need for all their lessons! It can be easy to forget certain things within the busyness of the school day, so both the discipline and reliability with this are wonderfully impressive - well done!

Myself and Miss Godsave are so proud of the wonderful progress Year 8 have made so far. Each day, they impress us with their energy, enthusiasm, and growing confidence in their learning. It is a real joy to see them rise to new challenges, celebrate each other’s successes, and show such kindness and support towards one another.

Raising and Giving Week
Our Raising and Giving (RAG) Week was launched in assembly on Tuesday by the Senior Prefect Team. They spoke about the importance of fundraising and giving back to our community, as well as announcing the return of our legendary Rosebery Teachers' Top of the Pops! I have told the students to scream even louder if they see me on stage...

In the Classroom
I had the pleasure of visiting a Year 8 Food Nutrition and Preparation lesson with Mrs Watson, where the students were making pizza swirls. The delicious smell filled the room, but what really stood out was their dedication to ensuring they didn’t burn them! Their focus, creativity, and pride in their creations were fantastic to see - and to smell.

To capture this sense of pride in lessons, all Year 8 students have now received Challenge Cards. These are designed to help them demonstrate positive learner qualities, such as showing bravery by asking questions when they are unsure and increasing their confidence in class discussions. Once completed, students will receive an accolade on ePraise to mark their achievement, which also signifies the completion of their Being Prepared Programme in tutor time.

Looking Ahead
Next week, I look forward to celebrating the successes of the Year 8 Hockey Tournament and the Cross-Country Team, as well as continuing to observe positive behaviour in lessons. Please also remember to book a place at our upcoming Open Morning on Monday 13 October, where you will have the chance to be a “fly on the wall” and experience all things the Rosebery Way.

🏆 WEEKLY WINS 🏆

8CX: Well done to Sophia R and Jocelyn S for showing courageous confidence by competing last weekend in the club swimming championship!

8CY: A huge congratulations to Niamh D-K and Ophelia W for competing in Club Championship swimming and for beating their personal best times!

8EX: Pushing herself outside her comfort zone, Anna-Clara W participated in and won a basketball tournament last weekend!

8EY: For being proud of their maturity which was demonstrated by being chosen to be tour guides during Open Morning.

8MX: Rita C and Lia R represented Rosebery exceptionally at the Brooklands Innovation Conference.

8MY: For some great PE lessons, with positive attitudes and effort in the activities. Very proud!

8PX: Collectively we achieved three points each in Science for demonstrating intellectual curiosity and proud work.

8PY: Congratulations to Aoife VDV, who went from 74 England Squash points to 94 Squash points, improving her England Squash ranking overall.

It has been another excellent week for Year 9, who have been working hard both in lessons and at their extra-curricular clubs.

Literacy Thursday
During form time this week, Year 9 began their Literacy Thursday sessions with the novel Holes by Louis Sachar. This story blends mystery, humour, and heart in a unique and memorable way, sparking thoughtful discussions about justice and friendship.

Raising and Giving Week
The Senior Prefect Team led an assembly launching Raising and Giving (RAG) Week, introducing the fantastic charities we will be supporting each day and outlining the exciting events on offer. A particular highlight for many was the much-anticipated RAG Week video, which has left students eagerly looking forward to Teacher Top of the Pops!

Building Conversations at Home
It has also been wonderful to hear from so many Year 9 parents and carers about the power of their 15-minute conversations with their daughters following last week’s Information Evening. A reminder to log in to your ePraise app, where you can view your daughter’s points, demerits, homework, and interventions. This will help guide conversations at home, supporting your daughter to reach her full potential and begin building data about her subjects in preparation for options refinement in the Spring Term.

#AdventureIsOutThere

 
⭐ STARS OF THE WEEK ⭐

9CX: Caitlyn K - for always showing kindness towards everyone, and for always starting the day with a positive attitude and a smile.

9CY: Alexis K-N - for always being kind and thoughtful, and for offering help to myself or to  anyone that needs it.

9EX: Isla C - for doing an excellent job serving the Rosbery community for litter-picking this week.

9EY: Francesca A - for being brave and having a great start to Year 9.

9MX: Sofia L - for being such a wonderful member of the form group and a fantastic friend to many - we all wish you well at your new school.

9MY: Aimee L - for her fantastic work and dedication shown towards the school musical.

9PX: Beth G - for having the most points gained this month! Well done!

9PY: Sophie S - for a possitive, kind and determined start to Year 9

It feels strange to say that we are already in October, and closer to the half-term break than to the start of term. Time is flying by in Year 10, and I am pleased that, as ever, this group has remained unwavering in their approach to their studies.

Study Skills
This week in form time, students have been practising Cornell Notes to strengthen their study skills. I have received some wonderful feedback on how diligently Year 10 applied themselves, and next week they will take the technique further by applying it to material of their own choosing.

Please do speak to your daughter about the study skills she is practising each week, and encourage her to use them little and often in her own time. Building revision into her routine now will help reduce stress when the summer exam series arrives and ensure the best chance of success.

Raising and Giving Week
The Senior Prefect Team also launched the yearly Raising and Giving (RAG) Week event in assembly, sharing the promotional video. As always, it promises to be a fantastic week where we raise money for charities that support important causes. Look out for more information on specific events for students soon.

Information Evening Follow-Up
Thank you again for your engagement with the Year Team following last week’s Information Evening. Our slides have now been published on the website, and the link to our study guide list is also available. Please do get in touch if you have any further questions.

Looking Ahead
Next week brings some key events:

• The U15 football team play their second-round tie against Surbiton.

• On Thursday, Miss Croft and I look forward to welcoming families of students attending the ski trip to our Ski Information Evening in the main hall.

Have a lovely weekend!

⭐ STARS OF THE WEEK ⭐

10CX: Rosa E - for her focused approach to her GCSE subjects.

10CY: Ophelia G - for her intellectual curiosity and sustained effort, both of which have earnt her the most points in the form group this week for excellent contributions, homework and proud work in lessons.

10EX: Imogen E and Mariam E - for volunteering at their local Brownies group on Tuesday!

10EY: Freya W - for excellent work on Cornell Notes this week and for filling her entire sheet with notes.

10MX: Isla L and Lesley T - for consistently demonstrating hard work and making positive choices, as shown by earning the highest number of achievement points in the form.

10MY: Izabella K - for wowing us all with her knowledge of country flags and capitals!

10PX: Isabelle L - for her politeness and positivity every morning during form time and for receiving a huge number of points so far this year!

10PY: Amber S - for her excellent focus and engagement in form time this week - well done Amber!

It has been a joy, as always, to step into lessons this week and to attend the Biology revision session afterschool yesterday. I continue to be impressed by the attention to detail and positive attitude demonstrated by Year 11 as a whole.

As the days grow shorter and the weather turns, I can imagine many students are starting to feel the fatigue. Lesson content has stepped up significantly from Year 10, and with us now halfway through the half term, the strain is becoming more noticeable. Over the next few weeks, our focus will be on preparing for the upcoming mock exams. On Wednesday 15 October, students will spend time during the afternoon of Student Futures Day receiving guidance on revision strategies. They will also be provided with an electronic document containing useful links, similar to the resource shared ahead of the Year 10 mocks.

Remarkable Student Highlight
This week’s remarkable student is Ava W 11EY, who was selected to be part of the England Hockey Talent Academy Cup in Nottingham—a showcase of the nation’s top junior players. Alongside representing Wimbledon Hockey Academy, she has also been selected for Epsom Hockey Club’s Women’s 1st XI, competing this season in the top South East Premier Division. This is a tremendous achievement, particularly as she is the youngest player on the team at just 15.

In addition, she has been chosen to join the Hockey Mentors Programme for potential junior internationals and has her first international tournaments coming up in Ireland, Holland, and Barcelona. We wish her the very best of luck as she balances playing hockey five times a week alongside her GCSEs this year!

Autumn feels as though it has officially arrived, and students have already completed their first month back at school. Some look forward to this season with the promise of cosy jumpers, hot drinks, and more time indoors, while for others, the shorter days and colder temperatures can be a little less appealing.

Personal Development & Care (PDC)
Over the coming weeks, Year 12 will focus on both physical health and emotional well-being. Topics will include stress management, the importance of sleep, diet and exercise, and driving safety, as many students begin learning to drive. This week, Year 12 were also visited by The Hive and Mindmatters during assembly to learn more about the support services available in school.

For Year 13, looking after themselves will be especially important as they approach their first round of mock exams. PDC sessions will focus on preparation and revision techniques to support their mock exam readiness.

Useful Resources

• Looking after your mental health as we approach autumn

• Sleep and mental health
  
  

Spending time with friends and family is just as important for well-being. For inspiration, here are some ideas for autumnal days out in London:

• Perfect autumnal days out in London
  
  

Reminders

• Please ensure you sign in for all directed study lessons. Failure to do so will be recorded as unauthorised.

• For those attending the Moulin Rouge theatre trip on Thursday 9 October, please look out for the final arrangements being shared next week.

• If you have not yet signed up to help at Sixth Form Open Evening on Wednesday 15 October, please do so as soon as possible.

• Punctuality matters: arriving late to lessons will result in a Thursday afterschool detention.

• Mobile phones must not be used outside of Sixth Form areas.
  
  

Celebrations & Thanks

• A big thank you to our Year 7 Champions, who will be running peer masterclass lessons next Friday.

• Well done to the Year 13 Senior Prefects for their continued organisation of the upcoming RAG Week

• Congratulations to our top merit scorers this week:

  • Emma G 13MRC – 101 points

  • Jess K 12TEA – 75 points