On Tuesday 12th November parents and carers were invited to join members of the Sixth Form for a friendly chat and an opportunity to sample some delicious offerings from our catering team.
Photo: Jo Galvin (Year 7 Parent), Aswin Valentine Pushpakaran and Sam Parker
Wednesday marked the launch of our school’s very first Code Club, and what a fantastic start it was! Our students dove straight into coding, learning the basics of programming while creating their own interactive games.
From designing simple animations to coding game logic, they explored how to bring their creative ideas to life through code. Watching them create, troubleshoot, collaborate, and see their games come alive was truly inspiring.
We’re so proud of their enthusiasm and can’t wait to see what they create next! 
#CodeClub #Microbits #FutureCoders #STEM
Our Year 8 Computer Science students have been diving into the world of colour using an interactive RGB Venn diagram! 
By experimenting with different combinations of red, green, and blue, they’re discovering how computers use binary to create a wide range of colours.
This hands-on lesson is giving them a deeper understanding of binary, but it doesn’t stop there! They’re connecting the dots back to Science, where they’re exploring how light and colour work together. It’s an exciting, cross-curricular journey into the world of colour, blending creativity with logic and technical skills. 
#STEM #ComputerScience
Every May and October at St Edmund’s, we focus prayer in the Chapel on praying the Holy Rosary. We do one section (called a “decade” or “mystery”) each day, and students lead this in a different language – usually one that is taught in school or spoken by our students and their families. This October we prayed in 18 different languages, which set a new record for us. Today we concluded our prayers in Polish (the fourth Glorious Mystery) and then the final mystery was prayed in Latin, the universal language of the Church. The students, who have led this prayer, have been truly inspirational in the way they have shared their gift of language, and most importantly, their faith. A huge thank you to all who took part in leading this beautiful prayer. The languages in which we prayed were:
English, French, Spanish, Czech, Polish, Igbo, Punjabi, Italian, Malayalam, Tamil, Romanian, Yoruba, German, Shona, Greek, Slovak, Russian and Latin. A true reflection of the universality of the Church, and the beautifully inclusive and diverse nature of our Academy.
May the Lord Jesus bless you and His Blessed Mother keep you always in her love and prayers.
Congratulations to the new Upper School prefect team of Treesa Martin, Lisa Osarumwense Ogieva, Roshan Hayre and Sophie Handley. The four were selected from more than twenty applicants who underwent a rigorous selection process, including a letter of application and an interview.
Our Year 11 Computer Science students are soaking up the autumn sunshine in our beautiful Peace Garden while mastering sorting algorithms with giant playing cards!
#STEM
The St Edmund’s Sixth Form prefects are thrilled to introduce their very first podcast featuring Principal Mrs Hazeldine! This exciting new venture aims to engage the school community and provide a platform for insightful discussions about school life.
In this inaugural episode, the prefects will delve into Mrs Hazeldine’s journey to becoming a principal, sharing the experiences and challenges she faced along the way. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of her vision for St Edmund’s and the dedication required to lead an educational institution. As we embark on this journey, let’s remember the words of Saint Oscar Romero: “Aspire not to have more but to be more.” reflecting our commitment to personal growth and community enhancement.
Additionally, the podcast will highlight memorable moments from Mrs Hazeldine’s time at St Edmund’s, giving students a chance to connect with the school’s history and its vibrant community. This is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to listen, learn, and reflect on what makes St Edmund’s a special place.
Tune in to catch this engaging conversation and join the prefects as they embark on this exciting new chapter! https://www.
Some photos from Y10 chemistry practical today (investigating reactivity of different metals with acid).
