St Bonaventure's

We welcomed visitors from three Hong Kong schools and the Anna Freud Centre.

They met with Ms Roddy, the Senior Mental Health Lead and a variety of staff and students to learn about the school’s approach to well-being and mental health.

Year 13 Scientists doing their final practical before their exams start.

They were investigating habituation; snails will desensitise to touch stimulus the more times you touch it.

They had to time how long it took for the snail to re-emerge from its shell after being touched with the cotton bud, over time, this time decreased and they eventually don't even flinch after being touched.

Our sports studies students completed their Trekking and Hillwalking assessment.

They had to navigate their way around Thorndon Country Park and Weald Park using maps and compasses. The total distance covered was 14 km which is around 35, 000 steps.

They encountered many aspects of nature, demonstrating fantastic behaviour and a newfound appreciation for the countryside.

We celebrated the Migrants Mass at St Antony’s Church on Monday.

Bishops, clergy and parishioners from different dioceses in London came to celebrate the contribution migrants make to the community. This Mass was a show of unity and the beauty of diversity.

Our students not only served but collaborated with St Antony's Primary School and St Angela's Ursuline to provide the music for the Mass.

“This was a really beautiful mass, showcasing how our different cultures unify us. It was also an honour to be a part of this occasion and alter serve.” ~ Charles, Year 11

Our Year 9 students attended their third and final session of the "I Am & Can Be" programme with the EY.

Students visited the EY office and spent the morning networking with EY staff. They also worked on a brief where they had to design and market a bar of chocolate.

Our students agreed that the three sessions made them feel more confident about networking and professionally conducting themselves.

We are incredibly proud of our Year 7A2 students for bringing history to life for the Coronation! From captivating posters to remarkable newspaper reports.

Take a glimpse at the extraordinary creations by Heeten from 7 Wall and Jaylen from 7 Health. Well done Boys!

Year 12B History visited the University of Westminster for a Study Trip, getting a taster into what it would be like to study History at university level!

Students took part in a lecture and seminar on American history, linking to their current studies, and working both individually and in groups to build knowledge and analyse historical evidence. They had access to primary source material, exploring Chinese Propaganda posters from Chairman Mao’s leadership. It made such a difference to see the real thing! It was great to have our Year 12s working collaboratively not only with each other but with students from other schools to confidently share ideas and make detailed inferences about the past.

Our Year 12 History students visited the National Army Museum, to support their learning about India’s Road to Independence.

Our students attended a workshop where they examined the social and political environment during Britain’s early involvement with India. They had the opportunity to handle primary-source material and use objects to make a verdict on whether this conflict can be called Indian Mutiny, Rebellion or a War of Independence. It was great to see our Year 12s work together and debate using evidence to make claims about the past, they got to experience the work of real historians.

Year 10 visited the Executions exhibit at the Museum of London Docklands to support their learning for the Crime and Punishment GCSE Module.

Students engaged with primary material relating to executions over time; it was fascinating to see these artefacts, from the garments King Charles I wore on his execution day and petitions of Mercy to sketches of dissected bodies and a real Gibbet Cage where people were hung after execution.

They had fun participating in interactive activities at the Museum, going around both individually and in groups to explore the gallery spaces.

Last week, Carl in Year 10 represented St Bon's at the Newham regional final of the Jack Petchey Foundation 'Speak Out Challenge'.

Carl was 1 of 27 of our Year 10 students who took part in a public speaking workshop delivered by the Speakers Trust last half term. Carl spoke emphatically about safety in Formula 1 racing and was extremely thankful for the opportunity to take part.

The entire school community gathered in St Antony’s Church on the last day of the Spring Term, to participate in the Passion of Christ as part of our Easter Liturgy.

It was also the time to mark the achievements of our hardworking students, with our prized Departmental Ties being awarded to students who had excelled in subject areas.

The highest commendation of the Assisi Tie was awarded to students who live out the School’s Virtues.

It was a wonderful way to end the term and start the Easter holidays.

Our boys came first in the Speed and Control Robotics Challenge with a time of under 5 seconds.

They had a great day at the University of Greenwich and have done us all proud.