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The current situation with COVID-19 has meant that this year, we have unfortunately not been able to run our usual Autumn Term Year 7 residential trip to Morfa Bay. To make up for it, our fantastic Year 7 teaching team came up with an ambitious plan to bring elements of the Morfa Bay experience in…

On Tuesday afternoon we held the first gathering of the Stride-Darnley Society of this academic year. The Society exists to encourage debate and enable our students to develop their skills in the art of public speaking. At this meeting two of our Sixth Form students delivered presentations on subjects that they had a particular interest…

This week we are taking the opportunity to reflect on the Patron of our School – St Edward. Every October the School marks the occasion by celebrating St Edward’s Day – an occasion when we come together as a whole School to reflect on the values associated with St Edward and how we can follow…

We love our Forest School sessions here at St Edward’s. Classes are taken outdoors; hunting for mini-beasts, growing produce, looking for birds and wildlife and making dens. Our Forest School is a special place for the children, where they are encouraged to test boundaries and explore, taking risks in the great outdoors. Learning to cook over…

We were delighted to welcome so many of our own Year 11 students, along with others looking to join the St Edward’s community, to our Sixth Form Information Evening this week. Choosing the right Sixth Form is a really important decision. Being in the right environment can significantly influence a student’s success in their next…

The Design Technology Department have been whipping up some fantastic projects this term – most recently, Year 8 have made their very own set of coat hooks – complete with wooden mount and coated metal hooks. DT is a wonderful subject for learning new practical skills and this project is no exception. The students first…

Sgt Luca Z was appointed Gloucestershire’s Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet last week at a small formal presentation. The Lord Lieutenant supports military personnel in Gloucestershire: regulars, reserves and cadets. He provides an essential representative link between the military forces and the local community, raises awareness of the benefits and skills gained through part-time military service and…

This term, Year 5 have started whole-class African Drumming lessons and it’s safe to say all are finding it very enjoyable! African drumming is an exciting and exhilarating experience in which the pupils are required to work together to produce a cohesive sound. Not only is the activity an excellent way for the children to improve…

Last Friday, the focus for our Prep School assembly was ‘Creativity and Innovation’. Connected over Microsoft Teams and led by Mrs Thomas, within their bubbles, the children were tasked with working in groups to build the tallest tower possible out of dry spaghetti and marshmallows. Everyone had lots of fun whilst developing their problem solving…

It was National Poetry Day on Thursday – the annual mass celebration that encourages all to enjoy, discover and share poetry. As the artform’s most visible moment, it showcases the many ways in which poetry adds value to society and has the power to bring people together. The aim of the event is to start…