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Olsen House Football Team Finish the Day Unbeaten

Olsen House had a fantastic day representing the school at the Football League fixtures, with seven students taking part, led by Mr Dunleavy and Mr Coomber. The students showed great determination, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the competition.

Year 8 Investigates Pressure in Liquids

Our Year 8 scientists have been diving into the fascinating world of liquid pressure, exploring how pressure increases with depth and discovering just how deep the ocean can be! Students created their own mini-octopus models in bottles to demonstrate how pressure affects objects in liquids. This hands-on investigation brought the science to life, helping students understand the challenges faced by deep-sea creatures as they explore the ocean's depths. A fantastic combination of creativity, curiosity and scientific discovery!

Year 7 Investigates Diffusion

Our Year 7 scientists have been investigating diffusion by exploring how quickly Potassium Permanganate spreads through water at two different temperatures. By observing the movement of the purple particles, students compared the rates of diffusion in hot and cold water and discovered how temperature affects the speed of particle movement. A fantastic hands-on experiment that brought particle theory to life and developed students’ scientific observation and investigation skills!

Andy Grant - Living Life with No Limits

Pupils were left inspired after a visit from former Royal Marine Andy Grant, who shared his remarkable story of resilience, determination and overcoming adversity. From surviving life-changing injuries in Afghanistan to climbing mountains and competing in the Invictus Games, Andy's message of "living a life with no limits" captivated everyone. Just as importantly, our pupils impressed Andy with their thoughtful questions, kindness and respect, making this a truly memorable and inspiring experience for all involved.

Life Skills Day

During our recent Life Skills day, learners stepped beyond the classroom and into the real world as they planned and completed a journey to Liverpool. Using bus and ferry timetables, they worked together to make decisions, solve problems and manage their time effectively while travelling independently. From navigating to Queen Square Bus Station to successfully organising their return journey, the day was packed with opportunities to build confidence, teamwork and practical life skills.