Newsletter 16.05.25
I can’t write my weekly reflection without first mentioning year 11. This week has been tough, with many having exams each morning and on some days exams in both the morning and afternoon. I have been so incredibly impressed with the pupils’ resilience and dedication.
Newsletter 09.05.25
I cannot believe that exam season is upon us already. Exams began on Tuesday, with the GCSE Art exam. I know Mme Sullivan was incredibly impressed with the work produced. We then had GCSE papers on Thursday and Friday. Pupils were in cram from 7:30am each morning, and it was fantastic to see their smiling faces as they left the exam hall.
Newsletter 02.05.25
This week I have been thinking about Mondays, as this Monday was year 11’s last Monday in school before the start of their GCSEs. I know that it may not be everyone’s favourite day of the week, but it does happen to be mine. Every Monday morning I have the privilege of speaking to all pupils during whole school assembly and celebrating the successes of the previous week.
Newsletter 25.04.25
As the Summer Term begins, I have returned to school full of optimism. Perhaps this is due to having a rest and spending time with my loved ones over the Easter holidays. Perhaps it is the wonderful weather we enjoyed over the holidays.
Newsletter 04.04.25
It has been a busy but rewarding term here at The Hurlingham Academy. The end of a term always offers us a moment to reflect on the progress we have made as a school as well as a chance to look ahead and set ourselves new goals.
Newsletter 28.03.25
I know I say this every week but it has been an incredibly busy week here at The Hurlingham Academy. I cannot believe all the extra curricular events that we have had this week. Charity week has been actioned packed, with dodgeball, football and baking to name just a few.
Newsletter 21.03.25
We are currently in the month of Ramadan. Many know Ramadan as a time for fasting, where those participating abstain from eating or drinking during daylight hours. We recognise that this can be a challenge for many, and I would just like to take this opportunity to say how pleased I have been with pupils commitment to their studies over the past couple of weeks.
Newsletter 14.03.25
On Monday we held our termly parent forum. This is always one of my favourite evenings of the term. Of course, it is fantastic to hear all the things that you think we are doing well here at the school, but it was also great to hear your suggestions about how we can improve. I always say that it is only by working together that we will achieve the best for our children.
Newsletter 07.03.25
Following our assembly with Mme Francis on Monday, which celebrated all things reading and world book day, I started thinking about how much we can learn from books. We can learn about different cultures, times in history, be transported to different parts of the world, or possibly different parts of the galaxy.
Newsletter 28.02.25
Welcome back after what I hope was a restful and enjoyable half term. At the start of each term, I think it is important to reset expectations. Here at The Hurlingham Academy, we believe that consistency in teaching and expectations is key.