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Year 7 House Netball

Wed 28 Feb 2024 Mrs Allen

It was great that the sunshine appeared, and our year seven girls enjoyed a warmer house tournament.

They have shown great aptitude for the sport in their game's lessons, and I know this was a very eagerly anticipated event.

Thank you to year eights for officiating this event. This meant Mrs. Cameron and I were able to watch the talent pool we have in this year group.

All houses were able to enter two teams and every girl represented their house.

It was very close.

The Saxons came third and the second place was drawn between Normans and Vikings . Both won the same number of matches and shot the same nets .

Celts won the year seven house cup .

A very promising event with many moments of skilful play.

Year 8 House Netball

Wed 28 Feb 2024 Mrs Allen

This was a very enjoyable event . 95% of our year 8 girls took part and each one played a vital role in the final result. Thanks to Mrs Hart, an avid sports enthusiast , who helped umpire this event.

Each house was able to put two teams into the tournament and each team added valuable points. There were some great moments of netball and so pleasing to witness the standard of play from all girls.

The Saxons were the overall champions in this tournament , both of their teams very accurate with shooting .

As the rain started to fall, the whole group had an enjoyable twenty minutes of 'let's dance' which completed a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon of sport

Year 6 House Netball

Tue 27 Feb 2024 Mrs Allen

This was held on the MUGA . Year six girls have worked hard in lessons with a great positive energy which was seen by all in this tournament.

I was impressed with the cheerleading and support that the girls gave each other .

It was very close but on this occasion the Normans won the house cup .

It was encouraging to see the year six girls apply precious knowledge and exciting to think about their potential as they move towards KS3 .

A very enjoyable afternoon of netball.

Thank you to our year 8 sports leaders for officiating this event.

Year 8 Careers Visit to Cannington College Farm

Tue 27 Feb 2024 Mrs Adair

On Tuesday 27^th February, a group of Year 8 pupils travelled to Rodway Farm in Cannington, one of the Bridgwater and Taunton College campuses to learn a bit more about Post 16 qualifications in agriculture and land-based studies. Dani, the FarmLink coordinator, programmed a visit that included learning a bit about large animal husbandry alongside the many technical and vocational skills, qualifications and careers that support farmers and the wider agriculture industry. Pupils saw first hand how modern technology is increasing milking yields through the utilisation of a robot machine affectionately called Juno, who sweeps up the silage the herd spreads around when they eat. This ensures that nothing is wasted, and the animal are never without their food. Pupils also learned how electronic and magnetic collars worn by the cows are able to sense how often they eat and limit food delivery, if needed, to ensure optimal health. Walking the farm site also provide an opportunity for pupils to consider the responsibility farmers have towards maintaining the biodiversity of the land and learn more about what some farms are now doing to ensure that agriculture and wildlife coexist harmoniously. Before our departure, we were able to meet and talk with some of the students currently studying at the college and find out more about their projected career path and ambitions. Undoubtedly though, one of the highlights of the visit was the time spent in the nursery sheds - the young calves and lambs were adorable to pet and cuddle.

Career visit to Weston College Skilled Trades Centre

Tue 27 Feb 2024 Mrs Adair

On Thursday 22^nd February, 30 Year 8 pupils participated in an elective Careers Education visit to Weston College Skills Centre. The purpose of the trip was to expose the pupils to possible Post 16 qualification pathways which may be of interest to them. We were hosted by the automotive department where the lecturers led the pupils through a carousel of activities. Pupils learned how to take a wheel off a car, disassemble, reassemble and check a starter motor, remove and replace faulty indicator bulbs, change brake pads and dilute anti-freeze to the correct level for the local seasonal temperatures. The afternoon session involved a tour of the extensive facility and a special talk from the apprenticeship lead about the range of apprenticeship qualifications (from entry level all the way through to degree level) that could be studied at the college. A special thank you to Georgie and her team from the education outreach department at Weston College. A great time was had by all.

National Schools' Shooting Championships

Thu 08 Feb 2024 Mrs Bury

Thea, Liv and Lulu shot brilliantly at the National Schools Pistol Championships in Cannock recently, each improving on the scores they gained in the qualifier. The light box which was the electronic target is smaller than the base of a water bottle from 10 metres away and their collective efforts achieved 6th place from school teams across the UK.

Liv did a fabulous shoot as an individual competitor scoring 162 out of a potential 200 and narrowly missing the top 8 for a shoot out to the final. Liv finished 18th so in the top 20 in the UK! Well done girls.

Girls' Football: HSMS vs Hayesfield.

Wed 07 Feb 2024 Mrs Allen

The Under 12s girls football team put in a spirited performance against a very technically accomplished Hayesfield side. The Bath based team were strong in all areas, and had multiple threats throughout the team. They started brightly and scored an early goal after sustained pressure. The Hugh Sexey team didn't let their heads drop and equalised after Isabelle burrowed the ball home after the keeper made a good save from Amisha. After that it was all Hayesfield for 20 minutes with Hugh Sexey finding it very difficult to stop Hayesfield's strong attack. They scored a number of goals in quick succession with their attacking midfielder prominent throughout. At half time the team regrouped and planned to go out with a more positive mindset. This had a real impact with the team showing much more urgency. Amisha scored a great goal and we continued to press for more. In the end Hayesfield emerged deserved winners and showed why they are doing so well in the National Cup as well as the Somerset one. Good luck in the next round

Year 6 Sports Festival.

Thu 01 Feb 2024 Mrs Allen

The year eights helped run the year six football and netball festival . Turn out for football was good and there were some very dedicated netballers.

Year eights combined with year sixes in both sports and it was good to see some family members playing together.

Year eight girls experienced netball umpiring in preparation for the year 3 / 4 festival in March .

Thank you to Mr McKechan , Mr Drew and Mr White for their help today

So great to see so many active pupils enjoying themselves .