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 Greetings from the School

 School Calendar 2016/17

 School Trips 2016/17

 Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

 Eco-Schools

 Department News

 Year Group News

 100% attendance pupils

 Take 3 Greetings from the school

Dear Parents/Carers,

It gives me great pleasure to look back on this Autumn term and I hope that you will en- joy reading about the many achievements of our pupils in this newsletter. Regular read- ers of our website and twitter updates will know that Stanwell pupils are involved in an astonishingly wide range of activities that encompasses music, sport, drama, charity fundraising and community involvement. The beneficial impact of their extra-curricular activities is considerable, helping to shape them into mature and responsible citizens of the future. I would like to take this opportunity of thanking the committed staff, parents and members of the public who make such activities possible.

School highlights this term include our superb senior production ‘West Side Story’ and our Sports Award ceremony, both of which showcased the talents of hundreds of pupils.

On behalf of the governors and staff, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2017,

Yours faithfully,

Derek Jones,

Headteacher.

School Announcements

 The date of 2017 PTA quiz will be Friday 27th January. Please come along and join in this popular and fun event that is always a highlight of the school year. The max- imum number of members per team is 6 and entry costs £8 per head to include a buffet supper. Wine, beer and cider can be purchased on the night to accompany your meal. Please telephone main reception to book your team’s space, we look for- ward to seeing you there.

 Parents and pupils are reminded that Wednesday 4th January will be the first day of the Spring term for pupils as Tuesday 3rd January is an INSET day.

CALENDAR FOR 2016/17

September 1 Thursday INSET DAY 2 Friday INSET DAY 5 Monday FIRST DAY OF TERM FOR PUPILS October 18 Tuesday OPEN DAY - Half Day 21 Friday LAST DAY OF HALF TERM HALF TERM 31 Monday FIRST DAY OF TERM November 1 Tuesday Year 13 Parents' Evening 8 Tuesday Year 7 Pastoral Evening December 16 Friday LAST DAY OF TERM CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS January 3 Tuesday INSET DAY 4 Wednesday FIRST DAY OF TERM FOR PUPILS 24 Tuesday Year 9 Parents' Evening 31 Tuesday Year 11 Parents' Evening February 7 Tuesday Year 12 Parents' Evening 14 Tuesday Year 11 Options Evening 17 Friday LAST DAY OF TERM HALF TERM 27 Monday FIRST DAY OF TERM March 7 Tuesday Year 10 Parents' Evening 21 Tuesday Year 8 Parents' Evening April 4 Tuesday Year 8 Options Evening 7 Friday LAST DAY OF TERM EASTER HOLIDAYS 24 Monday FIRST DAY OF TERM May 1 Monday Bank Holiday 9 Tuesday Year 7 Parents' Evening 26 Friday LAST DAY OF TERM HALF TERM June 5 Monday FIRST DAY OF TERM 4 Tuesday NEW YEAR 7 PARENTS' EVENING 19 Wednesday LAST DAY OF TERM FOR PUPILS 20 Thursday INSET DAY 21 Friday INSET DAY

Proposed Overnight Visits 2016‐ 2017

This is a proposed list of overnight trips for the next academic year. There may be some changes to it but you will be notified accordingly.

Year Group Subject Destination Date

Key Stage 4 Art Rome 16th to 20th February

Key Stage 4 Business Studies Paris (Business Studies and IT Conference) 25th February to 1st March

Year 12 Careers Birmingham, What Live Careers Fair 3rd March

Key Stage 4 Drama London 26th & 27th January

Key Stage 4 Duke of Edinburgh Award Vale of Glamorgan ‐ Practice Walk 12th February

Key Stage 4 Duke of Edinburgh Award Silver Award ‐ Practice Expedition 16th to 18th March

Key Stage 4 Duke of Edinburgh Award Silver Award ‐ Assessed Expedition 23rd to 15th March

Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Practice Expedition ‐ Group 1 11th & 12th May

Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Assessed Expedition ‐ Group 1 17th & 18th May

Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Practice Expedition ‐ Group 2 25th & 26th May

Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Assessed Expedition ‐ Group 2 15th & 16th June

Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Practice Expedition ‐ Group 1 29th & 30th June

Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Assessed Expedition ‐ Group 1 3rd & 4th July

Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Practice Expedition ‐ Group 2 13th & 14th July

Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze Award ‐ Assessed Expedition ‐ Group 2 17th & 18th July 6th Form Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold Award ‐ Practice Expedition 31st March to 2nd April 6th Form Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold Award ‐ Practice Expedition 21st April to 23rd April 6th Form Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold Award ‐ Assessed Expedition 10th to 14th July 6th Form Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold Award ‐ Assessed Expedition 17th to 21st July

6th Form Geography Fieldwork 2nd & 3rd February

Year 13 Geography London 10th February

Year 10 Geography Fieldwork 22nd & 23rd June

Year 8 Geography Bristol Zoo 1 day May / June

There will be many other day trips taking place during the next academic year and you will be notified accordingly via your child.

If you wish for your child to attend a trip but feel that there are financial difficulties preventing your child from attending please do not hesitate to contact your child’s Year Tutor to discuss a payment option.

Duke of Edinburgh

Award Scheme Miss H Jenkins

This year has seen a very successful celebra- tion of the Duke of Edinburgh Award in Stanwell and the school has taken on their own direct licence for the Award. This has been the first year for the introduction of the bronze award to Year 9 with 180 pupils tak- ing up the opportunity. Year 10 students are currently also enrolled onto the bronze Award with another 172 pupils enrolled. Year 11 students are participating in the Sil- ver award but it is hoped by the Award The following young leaders then attended in Scheme that in two years the Silver Award November a celebratory service for the Dia- will be completed in Year 10 with the aim of mond Anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh reducing some of the pressures around their Award scheme in Westminster Abbey. They external examinations. Year 12 students are were: currently enrolling on the Gold level of the Award. Ffion Blunsdon, Rowena Cameron, Mat- thew Dawson, Georgia Howe, Catrin Jones, A number of the silver and gold participants Megan Jones, Seren Marsh, Elizabeth last year also undertook a Young Leaders McCulloch, Callum McSorley, Eva course over two weeks and have since been McWilliam, Chloe Parselle, Emily Skinner, building up their community hours to suc- Kiyan Tavanaie and Rose Wilcox. They cessfully com- were an absolute pleasure to take to the service plete this and were a credit to themselves and the school. award. These They thoroughly enjoyed the experience which pupils were they shared with HRH Prince Edward, HRH then part of the Prince Philip and the Queen! visit that HRH Prince Edward made to the school in Sep- tember. They were involved in the running of a number of team building activities for the current bronze participants. Prince Edward took part in some of the activ- ities and followed the pupils’ instructions.

“celebratory service in Westminster Abbey” Eco-Schools Mrs J Laity

From the beginning of the autumn term, Eco  Open evening—a range of interactive ac- Stanwell Committee members have been tivities were on display in F26 throughout busy preparing for an assessment in January the evening. From making a wish for the 2017. Hopefully this will result in Stanwell ‘Eco Tree’ to sorting recycling/non recy- becoming a prestigious Platinum Award cling items in the correct bins, to an in- School. This is an award achieved in recogni- formative quiz on ‘what do you know?’ tion of schools showing a high degree of The committee members organised and ran commitment in supporting the environmental the event in a mature and positive way. initiatives outlined by Keep Wales Tidy and  Professor T. Hazell — a visiting speaker the Eco Schools scheme. This award will cel- attended an Eco Stanwell meeting and ebrate the hard work, dedication and enthusi- shared his concerns about the level of air asm of pupils, and staff at Stanwell over the pollution created around Stanwell (and last six years. Leading the committee this around many other schools ) at the end of a year are a number of students who must be school day. This is of particular concern commended for all the successes the school during the winter months when parents/ has achieved to date; Robert Brown carers collect pupils and park around the (Director) , Michael Conway (Secretary), main entrance in cars with the engines left Emily Geen (Publicity Officer), Iman Haq on to keep themselves warm. The students (Treasurer). were informed this is not only breaking the law but causing an alarming amount of ex- haust emissions to enter the air at this time of the day.  Eco – week 2016. The theme for Eco week this year was recycling. Following the news that: “One in seven tonnes of recy- cling rejected in some Welsh council are- as ends up in incinerators or landfill .” (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-38000367) The committee decided to promote and encour- age the school community to recycle more ef- The large committee of 25-30 pupils from fectively. most year groups meet weekly to discuss During a number of environmental issues both within school and presentations organ- the wider local community. The group have ised during Eco become quite a proactive force addressing a week, members also number of environmental initiatives. introduced a compe- tition to Years 7 and Energy wastage — a revamped version of the 8 pupils to design a ‘Busted’ card scheme is now in circulation. new Eco logo for Classrooms with lights and other electrical Stanwell School. The results will be an- appliances left on are reminded, with the is- nounced shortly. suing of a busted card, to switch off when not in use! Also staff showing support for this Have a Merry Christmas and initiative are presented with an Eco Stanwell please remember to recycle all certificate. used Christmas cards!  A tour of the boiler rooms with Damian Barry has given many of the older stu- dents an idea on how to conserve energy within the school. This project will be “Thank you supporting the school and local community on green initiatives!” Department News

Arlunio Miss R Lewis Artes Mundi exhibition Open Day

A focus this term was looking at Art & Design The Art & Design Department was delighted outside of the classroom and analysing the sig- to welcome so many visitors to the workshops nificant role this subject plays in our world. taking place in the art rooms. An impressive On Friday 4th November, sixth form students display of GCSE and A Level work was on show in AR1, while print-making workshops took place in AR2 & 3. A large number of Year 5 & 6 pupils tried their hand at creating cut paper stencils based on art styles from around the world, from countries such as Mex- ico and Japan. These stencils were placed over fabric and ink rolled through the cut design to visited the Artes Mundi exhibition at the Na- create an eye catching experiment. There was tional Museum of Wales featuring the work of also the opportunity to create an imaginative six ground-breaking artists from across Eu- monoprint using the theme of Quentin Blake’s rope, North America, Africa and the Middle illustrations. East. Our students discussed how each artist Year 7 Transition Project explored social issues which relate to the theme of ‘The Human Condition’. Continuing As 2016 marks the centenary of the birth of with the theme of Art & Design in the wider Roald Dahl, the department has focused on the wonderful illustrations created by Quentin Blake in response to all of Dahl’s colourful characters. Leading on from the Line and Tone project all Year 7 pupils have had the oppor- tunity to create their own Dahl-inspired illus- tration through the medium of mono print. The department has been delighted by the response of the pupils to this challenge!

community, pupils from Years 11-13 visited the Creative Careers Pathway event at the Wales Millennium Centre on Friday 28th No- vember. This gave them a valuable insight in- to the professional world and a wonderful op- portunity to chat to creative leaders and partic- ipate in a variety of workshops.

“inspirational art works on show” Astudiaethau Busnes Mr J Crook

Year 9 Year 11

Pupils have worked in teams to design and Controlled Assessment has been the main focus market a new ice-cream. Pupils showed ex- for this term. Pupils have been gathering a range cellent communica- of primary and secondary data to help them eval- tion skills when de- uate the potential success of setting up a business livering their presen- in the local area. tations and demon- strated a flair for cre- Now that the Controlled Assessment is complete, ativity with their var- pupils have returned to exam content with a focus ious ice-cream ideas. on the role of the Human Resources department. We particularly en- This has included how and why businesses recruit joyed the sample of new staff, why training staff is important and the Nutella flavoured ice different methods of training available for busi- -cream brought in by one group. Yum! nesses.

More recently pupils have been learning Year 12 about different business types and forms of ownership. They have also researched a There are many students in this group who are number of case studies to further their ap- studying Business for the first time. The group plication of Business Studies to the real have been studying a range of topics across the world. subject including break-even, supply Year 10 and demand, mar- ket research and Pupils spent enterprise. The im- the beginning age below shows of this term students applying looking at their break-even businesses knowledge by dec- and their cus- orating cupcakes. tomers. This included look- Year 13 ing at the ‘Marketing Mix’ and understand- Following an impressive set of AS results, we ing important aspects of how businesses saw our biggest uptake ever for A2 Business. Stu- develop their ideas for products, how they dents have been learning about strategic decision decide on the prices they charge and the making and ratio analysis. They have maintained methods of promotion they use. a positive attitude even when faced with more complicated theory. Recently we have moved on to look at the ways in which businesses produce their Trips goods and services. This has given them the In the spring term, a selection of pupils from Year opportunity to get hands-on with some 11 and Year 13 will be attending a Business sem- team activities to understand how different inar in Paris with speakers from Innocent, Disney methods of production work. and the Superdry Group.

“Demonstrated a flair for creativity” Dylunio a Thechnoleg Mr N Gifford

It has been a very exciting start to the new They later visited a chocolate factory to learn academic year in DT. how the best chocolate is made, also how the KS3 cocoa beans were grown, harvested and pro- Year 7 pupils have been cessed. They learned about the variety of working on a wide range of products that come from different parts of the projects from Pop-up Cards cocoa tree before yet another opportunity to to pillows. Pupils are enjoy- sample the mouthwatering produce. ing On the last day they were able to visit “The the Pain Show” to watch how the professionals pro- made crepes and pancakes before tossing jects, their own pancakes, adding scrummy fillings working in a practi- cal environment and before eating them. A great trip! producing some ex- cellent work. Springboard Future Chef The bag project in Year 8 continues to be a success. Pupils have produced a range of Years 9 and 10 food and nutrition classes bags including tote bags and drawstring bags produced some excellent main meals as part and are enjoying using of the school rounds of the Springboard, Fu- the exceptional facilities. ture Chef competition. The year 9 winner The new graphics project, was Megan Hitchen and Zoe which is based on the de- Jennings for Year 10. sign of a Pop Art inspired A huge congratulations to pencil case, is very popu- Megan who then went on to lar with students produc- win the South Wales, round ing some excellent work. of the competition. Megan The food projects and de- will now move onto the next signer-inspired electronic amplifier projects round where she will com- continue to generate a great deal of interest pete in the Welsh final. and enthusiasm. Year 8 Boulogne trip Good luck Megan! Pupils from Year 8 had a fantastic trip to Boulogne in October. They visited a bou- Open Evening langerie and learned how to roll a great crois- Once again, Open Day was a great success sant as well as kneading and shaping bread for the department with dough. After mastering (may need more both staff and pupils enjoying the afternoon. practice!) these skills, they could move onto the best bit, sampling some of the bou- langerie products. The following day they visited a confection- ary shop where the art of making sweets was demonstrated. Again they sampled the sweets while they were still warm. They then jour- neyed into the French countryside to visit a goat farm.

“Good luck Megan” Design Technology Mr N Gifford

Innovations Awards Clothes show – 9th December 2014 This term, students from the Year 12 and 13 Product Design visited the WJEC In- On Friday the 2nd of December, 59 GCSE novations Award. This national award is and A level Textiles pupils visited the an annual event run by the WJEC and Clothes show live at the NEC in Birming- displays 40 exemplar projects. Students ham. It were impressed by the range and quality was a great of projects on display. This year two stu- opportuni- dents, Joel Cockerill-Evans (Year12) ty for pu- and Kate Wilkins(Year13) were success- pils to look ful entrants in this event and had their at bou- work on display. Kate designed and tique, vin- manufactured an outfit that used the laser tage, in an inno- branded vative way and de- to cut the signer clothing. Pupils viewed the work of material, Designer collections on the Designer cat- while Joel walk and emerging designers and graduate indulged shows on the image catwalk. his passion Pupils visited the College and University for circus Forum where they were able to ask vital questions about the industry, meet lecturers and other students and see the work of grad- performance and de- uates. signed and made a performance Fire After School Textiles club Sword. Halloween workshop It must be said that During the month of October pupils from many visitors com- Years 7 and 8 at- mented on the poten- tended the Hallow- tial Health & Safety een workshop issues around Joel’s where they pro- fire sword! duced fabric pump- kins.

Christmas Workshop Pupils from Years 7 and 8 have started to make sock snowmen in the Christmas work- shop. A selection of the snowmen are pic- tured below.

“attended the Clothes Show in Birmingham” Drama Mrs S McGowan

Shakespeare Schools Festival

Libby Johns (Year 8) above is seen here playing Richard III at the Sherman Theatre for the Shakespeare Schools Festival. We Congratulations to all cast, crew, orchestra are very proud of all our Year 8 pupils players and staff who helped make this who wowed audiences with their version year’s senior production of West Side Story of Richard III. Pupils had been rehearsing a mesmerising success with audiences. and working hard on their lines since April Charlotte Hardy (Maria), Tomas McSor- this year, and performed to a full audience ley (Tony), Dan Anderton (Riff) and at the Sherman Theatre on 2nd November. Henry Waddon (Bernado), as seen above, Their dedication and hard work paid off as all did a wonderful job in their lead roles. many audience members said that they Everyone involved must be thanked for their were blown away by the amazing talent on incredible dedication, hard work and amaz- stage. Well done to the other schools who ing talent! It is thanks to all on stage, and performed that night! It was pleasure to behind it, that West Side Story was such a perform alongside them. wonderful success. It is a privilege to work with our talented pupils. London West End trip to see Matilda - January 2017

We are very excited about our upcoming trip to see the spectacular production Matilda on the West End. Pupils will be staying overnight in a 4-star London hotel and then participating in a Matilda work- shop led by the stars of the show.

GCSE Drama

Well done to all Year 10 and Year 11 pu- pils who have successfully completed their devised examinations. “My son’s confidence has grown tremendously since taking part in the Shakespeare Schools Festival” (Year 8 parent) Economeg a Gwleidyddiaeth

Mr J Crook and Mr G Penny Gwyleidyddiaeth Economeg Government and Politics students have been The last few months have been very interesting extending their understanding of the demo- times for our Economics students. cratic processes in the UK and the USA this term. It has certainly been an intriguing few Year 9 students have been considering the per- months with regards to events, including the sonal life cycle and how individuals and busi- considerable attention paid to the ongoing nesses make decisions by allocating their scarce Brexit events and the 2016 US Presidential resources to satisfy their needs and wants. They election so there has been plenty to discuss have been able to complete some interesting and analyse! activities this term including looking at the eco- nomics of zoo keeping and creating their own Year 13 students have taken a keen interest in economics revision board games. US voting behaviour, political parties and pressure groups. The students concentrated in Years 10 and 11 students have had the oppor- particular on the determinants of voting be- tunity to develop their application of economics haviour in US elections and enjoyed examin- to the current issues of the day. Together, we ing issues such as short-term factors, candi- have considered the impacts of trade and glob- date related voting and recency factors. In ad- alisation. This has been particularly relevant dition they have been investigated whether following the UK’s vote for Brexit and the fall US political parties are in a state of crisis. in the value of the pound. Year 11 students have carried out independent research and Year 12 students have been examining wheth- made presentations on the impact of China’s er the UK really needs a written/codified con- stitution and whether the Houses of Parlia- ment possess an appropriate level of influence and status. They have also studied factors which influence voting behaviour in the UK. These factors include primacy issues such as class, ethnicity and age in addition to other factors which include the role of the media.

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economic growth and its impact on the UK’s objectives of full employment, stable prices and growth.

Year 12 students have been considering the im- pacts of Chancellor Philip Hammond’s first Autumn Statement. In particular they have ana- lysed his plans to solve the UK’s productivity problem and improve our global competitive- ness. Year 12 students then took part in a lively debate playing the role of government and op- position.

Economics in the news...... follow us on Twit- ter @Econ_2XL “very interesting times” Peirianneg Mr K Pepper

Year 11 student marking out the lower arm of his desk lamp

Trowels manufactured by Year 9 Pupils

It has been an extremely busy first term in the engineering department with all classes developing their designing and manufactur- ing skills, Year 10 and 11 students are working on coursework and the introduc- tion of two new courses. Year 10 pupils have been developing their designing skills since the start of the academic year and have recently started preparation for their Unit 1 controlled assessment task in which they are required to design a bracket to hold a GPS tracker on a road bike.

Year 11 are currently progressing well with the manufacture of their desk lamps. Pu- pils are at varying stages of production and are on target for completion over the next few weeks and Year 12 students have made an excellent start on their Level 3 Cam- bridge Technical in Engineering.

Orthographic projection of a portable phone charger concept by Eleanor Cole

“sustainable railway station”

Engineering Mr K Pepper

The new Year 12 course involves mechanical a concept for a sustainable train station and electrical engineering, mathematics and en- based upon an existing station in the South gineering science, specifically the theory behind Wales area. They are currently in the pro- them but with the added vocational application. cess of completing their investigation into existing stations and potential new technolo- gies that could be applied. Stanwell is still the only school outside of the South West area to be invited to participate.

Tom Cahalane busy filing the lower arm of his desk lamp Year 13 visited Wales & West Utilities at the begin- ning of November to carry out a study of their Above—Try Squares manufacture by year 9 gas distribution network. The students spent the day at the WWU training facility in Treforest, Below - Ethan Barry working on a part for his listening to presentations and having a tour of desk lamp the workshops to gain an understanding of the work carried out by WWU. They are now busily writing up their reports on the environmental impact of the service that WWU provide as part of their Engineering A-Level coursework.

GO4SET—A team of 8 Year 9 pupils are partic- ipating in this years GO4SET competition run by EDT. The team consisting of Idris Aydin, Raya Dean, Ben Jackson, Luke Mills, James Murphy-Johns, Rose Southard, Sol Vander- Bilson and Charlotte Welsh is linked with Arup and will spend the next few months work- ing on the project. They have chosen to develop

“only school from outside of the South West area” Saesneg Mrs M Williams

Harry Potter Angie Sage Author Visit

This November, pupils from Year 7 experi- Year 7 pupils had the fantastic opportunity to enced the magic of Harry Potter at the Warner listen to the popular children’s author Angie Bros. Studios, London. Hogwarts had under- Sage discuss her work. Angie has published gone a magical makeover in time for Christ- many novels including the Septimus Heap, mas! From the moment the doors to the Great TodHunter Moon and Araminta Spook series. Hall opened, pupils experienced the wonders It was so interesting to hear about what in- of the wizarding world. Stepping behind the spires her to write and how she develops her scenes, they experienced the castle’s festive characters. At the end of the talk, pupils had makeover up close; the iconic Great Hall was the opportunity to purchase signed copies of decorated for Christmas using the actual gold- the novels. en partridges, baubles and props seen in ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’. Eight Penarth Writers’ Squad Christmas trees lined the Great Hall as well as This year, we were fortunate enough to send two long dining tables dressed with a seasonal two Year 7 pupils to work the with the Penarth feast with prop versions of turkeys, hams, fruit, Writers’ Squad, which offers three termly vegetables, snow cakes and real flames licking workshops for young writers. It gives them the the plum puddings! From practising their wand opportunity to work with published authors. waving to capturing themselves riding a During the different workshops, the pupils were able to experience and create different broomstick through the streets of London, pu- forms of fiction. Lola Masters and Nathaniel pils were amazed by the attention to detail the Morley had a wonderful time at the work- studios offered. Pupils could also taste some shops, stating that they would recommend butter-beer as they wandered around Privet them to any budding writer, especially as they Drive as the snow fell about them. To com- were challenged to write outside of their com- plete the tour, they had the opportunity to visit fort zone! the gift shop - the most popular purchase being

Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans (including puke flavour!) and of course, the famous choc- olate frogs.

Japanese Pen Pals

After writing to students at Futsu Junior High School in Nagasaki, Japan, Mrs Sheldon's Year

9 class received a beautiful package of individ- ual letters, origami, Japanese sweets and bis- cuits. We have sent New Year cards in return. Happy New Year! Akemashte omedeto gozai- masu!

“pupils experienced the wonders of the wizarding world” Daearyddiaeth

Mr J John

It has been an exceptionally busy and As part of our Primary Liaison project, we eventful term in the Geography department. welcomed a number of Year 6 pupils from There have been numerous fieldwork our feeder schools into the Geography de- experiences, providing the pupils with a partment. Whilst they were visiting, the Year range of opportunities to engage with the 6 pupils played ‘The Paper Bag Game’ practical and fun sides of the subject. where they experienced the daily hardships of children living in Kerala, India. By the On Wednesday 14th of September, Year 13 end of the lesson, I think the Year 6 pupils geographers visited the River Ilston, Gower fully appreciated some of the struggles that to carry out an investigation into the river people experience every day in other parts of variables as part of the A level fieldwork the world. studies. The weather was very kind to us and enabled the pupils to collect lots of data to Further links with the primary schools were analyse back in the classroom. evident during the Open Day on October 18th as the department opened its doors to encourage staff and pupils to come and expe- rience geography games in F25, as well as ‘Rainforest Sensations’ where pupils could experience some of the products that we get from the rainforest, including chocolate! Continuing with the theme of chocolate, our Year 8 pupils, who study ‘The Geography of Chocolate’, visited Cadbury World in Bournville. Whilst at the factory, the pupils were given a talk on the location and manu- Later that week, on Friday 16th of September facturing of it was Year 11’s turn to carry out a fieldwork products investigation. This time we travelled to Bath around the to investigate the impacts of tourism on the world. Also, city. Again, both staff and pupils had an the pupils had enjoyable time with results provoking a tour around discussion and opportunities to see theory in the factory, the field. sampling some of the chocolate and concluding the visit with a ride on the 4D simulator.

“ Experienced the daily hardships of children living in Kerala, India” Geography Mr J John

Between the 12th and 16th of October, 58 Year 7 pupils made the journey to the Field Year 10 and 11 pupils and 6 members of Studies Council Centre in Margam Park on staff visited places of geographical interest in December 1st. Like the Year 13s earlier in Iceland. Following a very bumpy landing, the year, the pupils were investigating the places such as Solheimajokull glacier, South changing flows of a river as it travels from its Shore, Gullfoss waterfall, Stokkur Geyser, source to mouth. The pupils raced oranges in Skogafoss waterfall and Þingvellir were vis- the channel and braved the freezing tempera- ited. tures in the outdoor classroom, whilst at the same time picking up some important geo- A particular highlight for a number of pupils graphical skills. was a swim in the Blue Lagoon. Both pupils and staff had a fantastic time, despite not be- ing able to see the Northern Lights.

On December 12th, 43 Year 12 students vis- ited Cardiff Bay as part of their AS Unit 2. The fieldtrip started at Callaghan Square and ended at the Millennium Centre as the pupils studied the impacts of regeneration and fa- miliarised themselves with a range of data collection methods in preparation for their summer exam.

“A particular highlight for a number of pupils was a swim in the Blue Lagoon” Hanes Mr G Penny

It has been another exceptionally busy and Continuing on from their superb progress last exciting term in the History Department. The year, Year 10 have been studying the Weimar October Open Evening provided pupils and Republic with particular focus on the political parents alike with the opportunity to investi- problems, hyperinflation and the growth of the gate several different aspects of the First Nazi Party. They have also completed the first World War. Topics included recruitment, the part of their GCSE controlled assessment. daily life of a soldier and censorship. Year 11 are currently studying the problems Pupils were also given a chance to write a faced by Britain, 1951-1979. Topics have in- personal letter to the unknown soldier. Many cluded the creation of the Welfare State, con- guests were bowled over by the quality of sumerism and the Problems of Housing. They work displayed in the WWI art exhibition. should also be proud of the impressive exam results they achieved in the summer. Well History pupils have studied a lot of exciting done! issues this term. In Year 7, pupils have been learning about the Battle of Hastings and who History Club has continued to attract many became King of England in 1066. They are interested and conscientious historians. All of looking forward to studying how William the the members have been eager to learn about Conqueror overcame his problems and life in History outside the classroom and have thor- the Medieval period. oughly enjoyed activities such as building model castles.

43 Year 13 pupils attended a theatre produc- tion at Cardiff University on the life of the American Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King. The pupils all commented on how they were very impressed by the performance and how it will assist them in their studies. Bryony Aird, Ieuan Hicks, Lucy Richards and Elynne Steed also accompanied Mr Penny of the History department on the Remem- brance Sunday march in Penarth and laid a wreath on behalf of the school.

Year 8 pupils have enjoyed studying all about the Tudors during this Autumn term. Topics have included Henry VIII and his six wives and The Spanish Armada. In addition to learning in the classroom, 90 Year 8 pupils also visited London in December. They thor- oughly enjoyed their visit to the historical Tower of London. They also had a great time exploring the cultural side of London; in par- ticular visiting Covent Garden and the Lon- don Eye. The pupils should also be commend-

“The further back you look, the further forward you can see” Technoleg Gwybodaeth Mr P Davies

Open Day A group of girls from Year 7 and Year 8 spent an enjoyable day at Cardiff University partici- pating in an 'Introduction to Technology and Computing' course. The girls had a great time and got a flavour of the type of work they could do in the future. Independent homework club runs each night in F6 and pupils are en- couraged to attend and make use of the school computers to help them complete homework for any subject and/or extend their ICT skills. On Open Day on the 18th of October, visitors were encouraged to learn code. There were Key Stage 4 drop in sessions for Microbit where visitors had to consider the order of instructions and Year 9 pupils have made a great start to Com- how to repeat code through iteration to puter Science this term, having completed a achieve the desired goal. Python programming unit. Two of these pu- pils Oliver Hill and Jasiu Pisani will be run- ning an afterschool club using a language called Roblox in the New Year. Year 10 pu- pils have completed their first Python project where they have learned how to complete an aspect of the coursework. A few pupils have programmed their own solutions which demonstrate excellent skill and knowledge. Year 11 pupils have spent this term working on their HTML, Pseudocode and developing the understanding of Greenfoot. Year 11 pu- pils have completed their Unit 3 and will be working on their Unit 1 after Christmas. Homework clubs are available afterschool for pupils to improve their coursework. Key Stage 3 Sixth Form After a long term of learning developing our skills with Spreadsheets and Databases, Year There was some excellent A2 pupils’ work for 7 and Year 8 will be glad of the Christmas their Multimedia and Graphics Unit this sum- break. We have all worked hard with Year 8 mer, notably Francesca Le Guilcher and Ali- have sitting their exam this term. Year 7’s as- sha Marsh. The programming work pro- sessment will take place in January. We are duced at AS and A2 by computing students all looking forward to the new term where we was also first class, of particular note was in will be developing our skills further in web Year 12 and in Year 13 Benjamin Roderick design, presentations and coding to prepare and Pavandeep Sidhu are producing some suitably for the pupils’ option choices for their excellent computing projects. GCSEs.

“flavour for the type of work they could do in the future” Mathemateg Mr A Meddins

It has been another busy term in the Mathe- Also, 31 pupils from the 6th form Further matics department with, once again, the main Mathematics classes sat the senior individual focus being the November GCSE exams for UKMT challenge. Many received certificates Year 11. For the first time, Year 11 had to sit for these—Joseph Short, Paul Monaghan, two new qualifications—Mathematics Nu- William Gale and Ben Roderick (all silver), meracy and Mathematics. All pupils sat four Nathan Frost, Dylan Hughes, Dan Ander- examinations over an 8 day period! Home- ton, Gwyn Donlan, David Spinola and Ka- work Club on Monday evenings was well bir Knupp and Ray Vandyck (all bronze) attended and hopefully these extra sessions, some of whom are pictured below. Jess Mar- alongside the past paper revision during les- tin, pictured left in the next photograph, son time and the half term holiday will prove deserves a particular mention as she achieved beneficial as we eagerly await the results in a gold certificate which meant that she quali- January. A special thank you goes out to fied for the next “Senior Kangaroo” stage and many of the departments in Stanwell who we await her result for this in due course. Con- allowed the pupils to have extra revision les- gratulations to all who took part and to those sons prior to the 2 calculator exams during who received certificates in particular! their lesson time. It is much appreciated and hopefully will have the desired effect!

Since September, Megan Jenkins, Rose Wil- cox and Ffion Blunsdon from Year 12 and Elizabeth Ingram, Lucy Sibert and Jess Martin from Year 13 have taken part in the Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad which is a paper designed to challenge able female mathematicians. Some of these girls are pic- tured below proudly showing off their certifi- cates.

Maths Mindbenders’ on Open Day was a great success. Many current and potential pupils en- joyed the four-puzzle treasure hunt around the Mathematics Department. Those who complet- ed the puzzles received a certificate and a prize. This year, we again ran a Simon Says competition which was won by Daniel Hills from Victoria Primary School . He received a calculator for his efforts—da iawn Daniel!

“UKMT Maths Challenge” Media & Film Y Cyfryngau a Ffilm Mr I O’Rourke

Year 9 10), Sasha Holland (10), Mason Enticott(11), Freya Hall (11), Hannah Ross (11), Amy As usual our new Year 9 pupils are full of Jordan (11) and Kabir Knupp (11) enthusiasm and creativity. Pupils who have started particularly well are: Lola Davies, Years 12 and 13 Hashaam Khan, Matthew Griffiths, Alex- andra Hawkins, Sasha Earney and Luke AS Film Studies students are once again ready- Williams. ing themselves to make some amazing films and storyboards in the new year. A2 students Extra-curricular are also hard at work on their creative course- work. As a department we have always supported Our Media students are also hard at work devel- Stanwell’s senior production, and this year is oping their coursework artefacts. no exception. We have produced a poster and programme for West Side Story. This term, the Year 13 BTEC Creative Media students have been working on planning and creating their own factual radio programme, short TV extract or website. They have re- searched existing shows and sites and proposed original new ideas that they are currently re- cording.

Year 12 students have been offered a new and exciting BTEC pathway - they now have a choice between the radio industry, TV and film industry and interactive media industry. Several of our students have opted for the new pathway and are currently filming and editing shorts for new and original programmes. We look forward to seeing the finished products!

Years 10 and 11

Years 10 & 11 have been working hard on their controlled assessments and have just sat their end of year exams. Pupils of note so far are: Reuben Brock (10), Lowri Chambers (10) Seren Jones (10), Dan Munro-Morris (10), Alexandra Burrows (10), Hannah Evans

“developing coursework artefacts” Ieithoedd Modern Mrs T Davis Open Day Large cakes

One of the highlights of the term was the 1st Place: ever–popular ‘Europa Café’ on Open Day. Madeline McKee (8M) with her Rose Cake

Joint 2nd Place: Molly Dyke (7O) & Lola Masters (7E) Chocolate Orange Cake

Joint 2nd Place: Isabelle Creeden (7O) – Chocolate Fudge cake There was a fabulous selection of cakes, kindly baked by our wonderful students. The ‘cake’ competition was judged in Commended: three categories– novelty cakes, large Ffion Williams (7M) cakes and small cakes! Jacob Stephens (7R) Giulia Pisani (7X) Here are the winners of the Europa Café Rhys Mottram (7A) Cake competition: Emma Spray (Y13)

Novelty Cakes Small Cakes:

1st Place: James Brindle (8O) with his- 1st place: Tower of Babel cake Maya Archampong (7M) with her Ice cream cakes.

“the ever-popular Europa cafe” MFL Mrs T Davis

Italian club

This term has seen a new club being started by the MFL department. We have teamed up with Cardiff University to offer beginners’ Italian lessons. Mr Flatley has played host to two stu- dents who have come into some of our French and German lessons to observe and then in re- turn, Claire and Rachel have taught basic Ital- ian after school. It has been a really interesting experience and the pupils declared it “Molto bene!”

Paris Trip

On the international front, the Paris trip is back on! In March, Miss Cross will be taking 56 pupils from Year 8 to France.

This is a trip jointly run with the Welsh department so that pupils can enjoy the St David’s Day celebrations at Disneyland Paris. Pupils will also have the opportuni- L-R: Claire Billingham, Rachel Harper, Emily ty to sample the delights of Paris with a Richards (9X), Emily Clarke (9E), Naomi boat trip on one of the famous Bateaux Edgell (9T), Imogen Williams (9X), Megan Mouches and a sightseeing tour culminat- Webber (9A) MFL Ambassadors ing in a trip up the iconic Eiffel Tower. There will also be the opportunity to prac- The Language Ambassadors have continued tise their French whilst purchasing snacks their fantastic work and souvenirs near the beautiful Notre on promoting MFL Dame cathedral. throughout the school. Having run a T-shirt competi- tion for European Languages Day earlier in the term, they now have their sights set on creating a French bistro experience for 2017. Bon appetit!

“The Paris Trip is back!” Music Mr. N. Rhydderch

Performing Success

Two Year 12 students performed at All Saints’ church as part of their celebration se- ries of lunchtime concerts last term. Camille Danielsen (Flute) and Lauren Ellis (Clarinet) gave fantastic performances, receiving some glowing comments from the church, audience and Governors of Stanwell.

Many congratulations to Huw Boucher, awarded the title of ‘Young Instrumentalist of the Year’ in the Music in the Vale competition. Huw gave a fantastic perfor- mance, building on his work from the recent Eisteddfod to secure this title. Well done! OAPs’ visit—October ‘West Side Story’ - 12-15 December The Year 11 GCSE Music Group prepared The Orchestra for the Senior production of and presented a selection of music for 2 West Side Story was done mostly ‘in-house’ lunchtime concerts for local OAPs in and this is testament to the excellent perform- school and their performance was com- ing ability of Stanwell students to be able to mended by those there. The Year 13 Per- perform a very demanding score. It was an forming Arts group also made an excellent outstanding show! contribution to this lunchtime concert and were richly praised. ‘Music in the Vale’ — November 19/20 ‘Atrium’ trip Congratulations to Will Davies (Year 9), Hy- wel Edwards-Sim (Year 10)and Betsi Wat- The Year 13 Music Technology students kins (Year 7) who all competed in the spent a day in the Atrium college in Car- 'Music in the Vale' competition, held at Stan- diff. The students took part in a ‘Creative well in November. All 3 received 'Highly Industries’ day and gained a valuable in- Commended' results from the judging panel sight into the industry from specialist staff. and Hywel was invited to perform at the Gala concert next year. Da Iawn!

“Glowing comments” Cerddoriaeth Mr. N. Rhydderch

the PAUT club (Performing Arts Univer- sity Training) where the Performing Arts staff work with the pupils on their songs and monologues to help them prepare for their auditions for further study.

Year 9 and 10 Performing Arts

Some of our pupils went to the Wales Millennium Centre to perform as part of the DofE celebrations and also performed

in CCVG Christmas Showcase

Many students from Stanwell make a fantastic contribution to the Music Support Service in Cardiff on a weekly basis and a large number of them took part in a very successful ‘Christmas Showcase’ evening in St. David’s Hall on the 7th December. The Slovakian Ambassador was in attendance and was very impressed with the very high standard of per- the school for the Earl of Wessex who formances. stopped and commented on how wonder- ful they sounded! Christmas performances Upcoming Events

th Performing Arts 6 formers performed a Year 12 and 13 Performing Arts range of solos in preparation for their musical students will be performing a concert theatre auditions at both the Pavilion and the for the residents of Morel Court nursing Christmas Market – these pupils are part of home.

The 25th January is the date for the annual 6th Form Performing Arts show— a Variety Performance. Tickets will be on sale from the beginning of next term. A great night of Variety—from Stand-up comedy to a selection from Musicals!

Brass players will be part of a charity event to support ‘Welsh Hearts’ in Janu- ary and February, performing at the St.

“Royal praise!” Astudiarthau Corfforol Mrs M Hunter Netball

The Year 7 netball teams have made a good start to the season with wins for the A team against Cowbridge and Bro Morgannwg. The B team also won against Bro Morgannwg and managed a draw against Cowbridge. With many tournaments and fixtures coming up the future looks bright for this year group. Sophie Anderton, Ophelia Scott and Hannah Williams were selected for the U16 county netball squad.

Year 11 girls played in the recent Cardiff and the Vale tournament and played well against a number of schools.

Cross Country and Athletics

The Year 8 team has also started the season There have been some excellent cross coun- off well with wins and the A team is now con- try results. Jemima Robinson (Year 7) has centrating on training for the county netball finished in first place in the two league fix- tournament where they were finalists last tures. Jemima has also been selected for year. The B team in the recent county B tour- South Wales Schools. Isobel Brown (Year nament came second in their group and made 10) has come second and fifth. Taiya Jones it through to the last 8 of the competition but (Year 11) has been selected to represent were unfortunately beaten by a strong Glantaf Wales in December in the combined events team. competition in Ireland. We wish her all the best. Year 9: a loss against Llantwit at the start of the season was disappointing but hopefully The senior boys’ cross country team has the upcoming matches will prepare them for had an outstanding season, winning every the county tournament and see some more race they have entered this season. Conse- wins against Vale schools. Congratulations to quently, they have retained their Cardiff & Alissa Colderley and Niamh Sultana who Vale league and cup titles. Well done to all were selected for the U14 county netball who have contributed to the success of this squad. The B team played in a netball tourna- team : Will Adesanya, Reuben Jones, Rhys ment and came 3rd in their group. Jones, Alex Langrish, Jack McConkey, Year 10 continue their strong winning streak Antonio Peacock, Callum Russell and as in previous years with wins against a num- Louis Spencer. ber of Vale schools.

“build on the experiences of the cup campaign” Physical Education Mrs M Hunter

Tennis Rhys Jones, Jack McConkey, Antonio Pea- cock and Callum Russell recently travelled After reaching the AEGON National Tennis to Brecon in the Welsh inter-schools champi- finals last year the senior tennis teams have onships and won this team event too. With a couple of races left after Christmas these tal- started off well with wins for the mixed, boys’ ented runners are selected for the county in the and girls’ team who now progress to the South Cardiff cross challenge and are working hard West regional round. Good luck to all pupils towards gaining national representation in the from Years 12 and 13 involved. spring.

Louis Spencer has had a great season as an Football individual runner as well as being part of the senior team. One of the younger competitors, Year 7 pupils have shown great commitment nd he came 2 in the league races racing against to football in Stanwell, with over 50 regularly rd Years 10, 11, 12 and 13. He also finished 3 in turning up for training. They have competed in the Welsh inter-schools championships in the Cardiff & Vale Schools cup and 5-a-side Brecon to round off what has been a strong competition, where they won the shield. Spe- year. cial mention goes to Jacob Angell, Rhys Mot- tram, Jacob Stephens and Taran Surringer.

“produced wins in all their matches” Physical Education Mrs M Hunter

Girls’ Football

The 5x60 girls’ football teams competed well in the recent Vale 5x60 Girls’ Football Tour- nament with the Year 8 team recording three wins and a draw and the Year 7 team winning two and narrowly losing two.

Year 8 have competed in the Cardiff & Vale cup, with outstanding performances from Lewis Ingram, Samsur Khostvar and Rhys Pepper.

Year 9 have competed in the Cardiff & Vale cup, narrowly losing on penalties. Special mention going to Niall Chinn and Dylan Lyle.

The Year 10 team has competed in the Welsh cup and the Cardiff & Vale cup against tough opposition. They narrowly lost on penalties against St. Illtyds in a hard fought game. There were outstanding per- formances from Jericho Aguinoldo and Lou- is Foscolo, well done boys.

Year 11 had a tough draw against a very strong Llanishen team and have come to the end of their cup run, however, they dug deep and can be proud of their performance. Special mention goes to Rhys Woolmer and Ellis Dibble.

The senior football team has played a num- ber of games this season and are currently through to the 3rd round of the Cardiff & Vale cup. This season we have been had the help of

Nathan Waite in Year 11 who has com- pleted his refereeing course and is currently working his way up the ranks. He has taken charge of many cup games and is a valuable asset to football provision in Stanwell.

“Olympic Legacy” Physical Education Mrs M Hunter Rugby start to the season with many opposition teams The Year 7 rugby squad has made an excel- cancelling at short notice. When they have lent start to the season, winning all 3 of their played they have shown that they have flair games. There have been over 30 pupils in- and skill in abundance. With a number of volved in training so far, many who had never strong powerful forwards and fast running played rugby before. Liam Brooks and Iestyn backs, they have been able to provide some Willis have shared the captaincy and have breath-taking moments of rugby. led the team very well. Jacob Angell is the current top try scorer with at least 2 tries in Year 10 rugby is a team with great potential. each game and 6 tries in the game vs Bro Led by Aled Rees, they are a fast and physical Morgannwg! side that showed they are able to perform to a high standard in last year’s rugby 7s. With more training and continued commitment they will definitely be contenders for the Vale cup this year.

The Year 11 rugby team, captained by Ellis Smith, is currently competing in the Welsh Cup tournament and has so far reached the last 32 team where they are due to play either The Year 8 rugby team has continued with Rhydywaun or Builth Wells. This is a very high standards from a very successful first promising team with size and strength on their year of Stanwell rugby and are currently un- side. Also a special mention must go to beaten in 5 games this season. The squad Yaseen Ghandour on his selection for Car- keeps going from strength to strength and now diff Blues U16s. match their amazing attacking flair with an st organised and determined defence. There have The 1 XV has had an incredible start to the been many new players join the side this year, season and are currently undefeated in the Di- with approximately 40 players currently in- vision 1 Cardiff and Vale league. Led by cap- volved. Aston Baker and Josh Edwards con- tain Rhys Jones they currently have a points tinue to lead by example as Vice-Captain and difference of 154 for and only 38 against and have played at various venues such as Cardiff Arms Park and Sardis Road. Congratulations also goes to Owen Lloyd for his selection at Cardiff RFC.

Captain, showing excellent leadership quali- ties. If this side continue to develop as they have done this year then the Welsh Cup in Year 9 will be a serious target! The Year 9 rugby team has had a frustrating

“tournament organised by Sports Wales” Physical Education Mrs M Hunter

Welsh Indoor Rowing Championships

A total of 26 pupils attended the Welsh In- door Rowing Championships at Channel View Leisure Centre on Friday 25th Novem- ber. Lots of medals were won including team bronze medals for the Year 8 and 10 boys and team gold for the Year 10 girls and Year 11 boys! Tristan Edwards and Lauren Selman both won individual Silver medals and George Cowley won individual gold, set- ting a new Welsh Schools record! All pupils involved showed excellent effort throughout the day and represented the school superbly. Young Ambassadors

Well done to Dafydd Morgans and Sam Svendsen of Year 12 who were selected as Vale of Glamorgan Gold Young Ambassa- dors and are 2 of just 3 Gold Young Ambas- sadors in the Local Authority! Both pupils were selected based on their commitment to sport and desire to encourage others to be physically active.

Coaches of the Future

Carmela Hermogeno, Poppy Pinkerton, Emily Skinner, Lauren Stephens, Owain Thomas, Cora Wall and Sophie Watkins have been selected as Vale of Glamorgan Coaches of the Future. This is a fantastic ac- complishment achieved because of their com- Congratulations to Alissa Colderley, Steffan mitment to volunteering in various sports Crimp and Niamh Sultana of Year 9 on clubs in the Vale. As part of the programme their selection as Vale of Glamorgan Silver the pupils will gain a number of qualifica- Young Ambassadors. The pupils were select- tions such as Sports Leaders Level 2 and First ed due to their dedication to extra-curricular Aid training. sport and will try to inspire younger pupils at Stanwell to become more active.

“excellent commitment” Physical Education Mrs M Hunter Trampolining

On Sunday 20th November a number of our pupils competed in the Welsh Schools’ Trampolining Championships in Cardiff. Darcy Richardson performed two lovely routines on the day which secured her 3rd place in the U19 Girls’ Intermediate catego- ry. Many Congratulations to Darcey.

Sophie Lias, one of our fantastic gym- nasts, competed for the first time in Tram- polining with two excellent routines that secured her 1st place in the U14 Girls’ Be- ginners category. Well done Sophie, a su- perb achievement. Gymnastics

A number of our gymnasts represented the school in the Cardiff Games Gymnastics Com- petition on Monday 14th November. For a number of our pupils it was their first competi- tion experience. The squad of 7 pupils per- formed some excellent routines on the day with Ethan Spear, Elin Thompson and Tom Whittaker receiving a score of 9.00 on one piece of apparatus. A great experience for all involved. Da Iawn.

Other very promising performances on the day came from Ellen Carolan, Leoni Palm- er, Niamh Taylor-Hoare and Stella Wright. Our Cardiff Games Gymnastics Squad Mem- bers.

“selection for the Vale of Glamorgan squad”

Seicoleg Mrs K Cox

Young Person’s Mental Health Debate this method can be used in a therapeutic setting. They were also given the opportunity to take Year 12 students were invited to the Royal part in some live demonstrations of the scien- College of Psychiatrists Young People’s Men- tific method in psychology. tal Health Debate in Wales entitled ‘This house believes that we are too concerned with Case Study Investigations how we look’. A panel of professionals debat- Year 13 students have started to carry out their ed the topic and presented a number of inter- esting points of view that really made the stu- dents think about body image and the impact on mental health. Students were given the op- portunity to question the panel, put forward their own opinions and vote on the motion. It was a privilege to attend the event and our students were a credit to the school, raising interesting arguments and relishing the oppor- tunity to discuss such a contemporary and controversial issue. Science and Pseudoscience Conference

personal investigations and are currently under- Year 13 students attended the ‘Science and taking a case study of learning. They have de- Pseudoscience’ Conference in Bristol this signed the study themselves, and are collecting term and had a very enjoyable day. The aim and analysing the data. A range of topics is be- of the conference was to explore the scientific ing investigated, with many students looking at nature of the subject and the students listened their own learning styles and revision tech- to some fascinating presentations. They learnt niques. Some have even been trying to learn about the psychology of magic and what it is magic tricks and Spanish words whilst investi- about our brains that allows tricks to work. gating the most effective methods to achieve They also learnt about the effects of dance on this. health and well being (including being taught their own routine!) and watched a live hypno- sis demonstration as well as discussing how

“The students listened to some fascinating presentations” Addysg Grefyddol Mrs J Skilton

Open Day St Augustine’s Christmas Tree Festival

The RE Department had a steady stream of vis- The concept behind our entry for this year’s fes- itors during the evening. Artefact displays pro- tival was 'Stewardship'. Pupils decided that it vided a colourful background and visitors en- would be a nice idea to make their decorations joyed the challenge posed by our latest wall using recycled items, such as, old light bulbs, display, “What’s the link between Mother Te- toilet rolls and CDs. They researched each de- resa and Rita Ora?”. There were many entries sign and created their decorations. The name of with correct answers which included; they our tree this year was 'Green Tree,’ trying to re- share the same country of birth and, of course, enforce the message of recycling and taking care that the singer performed at a concert the night of our world. By focusing on stewardship for before Mother Teresa was proclaimed a saint this year’s entry, the pupils hoped it would re- by Pope Francis in September this year. mind all those who visited the festival that this is a responsibility we all have to the environment, whether we are religious believers or not.

RE Club RE Club organised another event for Morel Court, the Department’s Community Charity. Following the success of last year’s concert, Stanwell's Show Choir performed another Christmas concert for the residents of Morel Court Care Home on the 16th December. The members of RE Club also baked cakes to pro- In the picture from left to right are Sophie Jones, vide an afternoon tea for the residents during Caitlin Bowman and Zoya Yousef. Our other the interval. This was a great opportunity for RE Club members who are not in the photo but the young residents of Penarth to get to know have helped make all of the decorations are : So- some of the older residents, some of whom phie Featherstone, Maddie Woodhouse and went to Stanwell School as pupils themselves. Mollie Parker.

RE going out and about

Year 12 students are following the brand new WJEC specification for Religious Studies and part of the new course is a detailed examination of a world religion. In consultation with students, we chose Sikhism and we will be visiting the Gurdwara in Cardiff in the Spring Term to ena- ble them to experience the Sikh place of worship first hand and ask Sikh believers questions which The photo above shows the Show Choir who have arisen from their studies so far. performed for Morel Court residents.

“Christmas isn’t about things: it’s about being good to one another.” Gwyddoniaeth Dr H Roberts

SCIENCE The GCSE Science results for last summer were simply outstanding. A pass rate of 99% was testament to all the hard work and effort of the pupils, teachers and support staff. Everybody in the department is committed to achieving as highly as possible again this year. APPLIED AND MEDICAL SCIENCE

Pupils in Year 11 have been busy researching the issues surrounding shale oil extraction in the Vale Other activities have involved A Level and of Glamorgan, and have used a variety of forensic GCSE pupils. A number of Year 10 pupils techniques to analyse evidence collected from a were involved in helping scientists at Cardiff crime scene. The hard work and dedication of some pupils has been superb, with excellent University produce an educational game quality work being produced all round. Year 13 called ‘Suppress the Mess’, this looks at designed their own research projects to some of the innovative cancer treatments investigate a scientific concept relating to their being developed by staff at the university. chosen university courses. Year 13 students participated in the Wales The new Medical Science course introduced in round of the International Brain Bee, again at September has been a hit with Year 12. Amelia Cardiff University, with Bryony Aird (above; Chick and Nicole Lintern were so enthused centre) finishing 3rd in a closely fought that they decided come in for Open Day and show contest. people how to take some physiological measurements. Both were great ambassadors for Over 30 year 12 students attended the Wales the subject being both engaging and entertaining as they spoke to the children and parents. Well Gene Park genetics conference at St David’s done girls! Hall in Cardiff, where one of the highlights was TV wildlife detective Dr Rhys Jones BIOLOGY talking about the use of genetic testing in wildlife conservation and management. The term from September has been busy as usual; staff were kept very busy at open day talking to CHEMISTRY prospective parents and entertaining their children, GCSE pupils have been working hard to The Chemistry department has made a very complete their controlled assessments and staff busy and productive start to the academic have been very busy marking them! year. A number of Year 11 pupils completed their GCSE controlled assessment task which

contributes 25% towards their final grade.

“The results were simply outstanding” Science Dr H Roberts

All pupils should be congratulated on their counts towards their overall GCSE mark. mature and diligent approach to the work. The excellent results achieved by students in the summer has seen an increase in AS Many pupils will be completing external exams in January, and have been working Physics numbers in Year 12, with many hard both in lessons and at homework club students wishing to pursue careers in a after school. We wish all the pupils well. STEM subject. AS level results in the summer produced The AS Level results in the summer were some excellent individual achievements excellent with some outstanding individual notably Joseph Short and Luke Pringle performances. Of particular note were Jasper achieving 100% of the available UMS Aeschlimann, Alfie Chambers, Seren marks. Year 11 GCSE results improved Marsh and Joseph Short who achieved full again with an increase in the overall pass UMS marks in all examination papers. This rate to 100% of students achieving A*-C, certainly bodes well for this year! including outstanding performances by Annie Higgins, Daniel Anderton, Dylan Open Day saw bumper crowds coming to Hughes, Owain Thomas, Henry Waddon, watch the “Flashes and Bangs” Antonio Peacock and Samuel Stapleton. demonstrations. The Year 13 Chemistry Year 10 Physics module results were Prefect Matthew Dawson supervised an excellent with the following pupils enthusiastic group of helpers made up of achieving full UMS scores so far in both Tegan Davies, Ethan Milner, Joe Perry and modules; Joshua Cook, Ben Evans, Isabelle Walters. The pupils impressed the Harmony Hewlett, Jack Ruelle, and Andrew Te Water Naude. Well done to all our students.

Open day drew large crowds with many having a hair raising time with the Dancing flames, Van de Graaff generator, making batteries out of potatoes and fruit and watching Mr West attempt to break his bed of nails record. visitors with their knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject, as well as their competence when doing the demonstrations.

PHYSICS

It has been a busy term within the Physics department, with classes in Year 11 completing controlled assessment work which

“Watching Mr West attempt to break the bed of nails record” Cymraeg Mrs C Flaherty

The Welsh department has had a very ac- The Urdd swimming gala was held on Decem- tive term! We enjoyed the fourth annual ber 1st in Cogan Leisure Centre. Stanwell was Year 7 transition trip to Llangrannog in very ably represented at the gala by many tal- September. The pupils had fun participat- ented swimmers. They took part in a variety of ing in many activities such as skiing, ar- chery, horse riding and much more, whilst swimming events. Congratulations to all who having the opportunity to enjoy the amaz- took part. Here are the results: ing scenery of West Wales and practising their Welsh. A great time was had by all. Breaststroke Girls Year 11 + -Elizabeth McCulloch (1st)

Breaststroke Boys Year 7 and Year 8 -Calum Walker (2nd)

Backstroke girls Year 7 and Year 8 –Xantia Hobrough (2nd)

Backstroke Girls Year 11 + - Elizabeth McCul- loch (2nd)

Freestyle boys Years 7 and 8 – Calum Walker (3rd)

Above are Edie Summerhayes and Freestyle Boys Year 11+ -Lloyd Hanson (1st) Angelo Gentile enjoying their bithdays on the llethr sgio. Freestyle Relay Girls Years 7 and 8 (3rd)Years 9 and 10 (3rd)Mixed Relay Years 7 and 8 (2nd)

Relay teams: Year 7 Yee Tian Chan, Eleni Young, Bethan Thomas.Year 8– Joseph Bry- ant, Amy Denton, Eleanor Garvey, Cadyn Halstead, Chris Lannon, Noah Michaelis, Will Martin, Kiki Sandhu. Year 9– Sophie Lias, Lauren Whittaker

Butterfly Girls Years7 and 8– Xantia Hobrough (3rd)

Butterfly Boys Year 11 +- Lloyd Hanson (1st) Year 7 pupils enjoying a session of dawnsio gwerin. Individual Medley Girls Year 9 and 10-Ffion McCulloch.

“Hwyl a sbri!” Cymraeg Mrs C Flaherty

In November the Welsh Department took 27 The Welsh Government invited pupils Year 9 pupils to enjoyed a fantastic outdoor from Stanwell School to take part in the activity weekend in the Urdd centre in Glan- Real Conversation event on September llyn, North Wales. The cold and wet weather 29th 2016 in the Millennium Centre. certainly didn’t dampen their spirits and all The event was a fantastic opportunity pupils took part in the varied activities on or for young people to meet local employ- around the Lake Tegid. It was a positive ex- ers and business leaders to discuss cur- rent opportunities to use the language to perience and a chance for the pupils to create gain employment. fond memories and develop their Welsh. Di- It also provided an opportunity for olch yn fawr to all the pupils involved for young people to speak directly with de- their excellent conduct at all times. They all cision makers to understand what em- played a huge part in the success of the ployers expect from young people and weekend and the Urdd once again congratu- what language skills they are really lated us on the pupils’ behaviour and spirit of looking for to help their business be adventure. successful. Nimrod Abramovich, Evie Bamford, Kate Buckland, Sara Buckland, Kait- lin Daly, Renee Eshel, Ellie-Rose Griffiths, Thomas Ralphs, Jack Ruel- le, Andrew Te Water Naude and Hol- ly Thomas all took part and thor- oughly enjoyed the day.

Above are our pupils demonstrating their Raft building skills on the shore of Llyn Tegid.

“Gorau chwarae cyd chwarae” Workskills Mr. R Deighton-Jones

It has been a busy term for the three Workskills Two of the Year 11 groups decided to use the classes. The Year 9 group has started the team working challenge to raise money for ‘Finance & Money Skills’ course completing Children in the first two units learning about income and Need. Jose- expenditure and how to budget. phine Harris, The Year 10 group started the main Work- Harrison Da- skills course vid, Rhys looking at differ- Chick, Joe ent types of un- Griffiths, paid work and Brooklyn undertaking some Scully, Jay volunteering Jones & Pau- work and the Year 11 group la Williams decided to raise money through reflected on their holding a ‘Guess the Baby Stanwell Teacher’ work experience competition this along with fill an image of placement in the Pudsey bear with coins raised £45. summer and started their teamwork units with the aim of raising money for their chosen char- Sam Ferriday, Kieran Murphy, Jacob ities. Rosser, Harvey Freeman, Jack Harding, The Year 10 pupils have undertaken litter picks Jack Matthews, had arranged a ‘cross bar with Keep Wales Tidy and Vale of Glamorgan challenge’ and Visible Services Department. penalty shoot out on the astro turf. Unfortunately a severe overnight frost meant that the astro pitch

was unavailable so they quickly In September, Eve Cabral, Dan Cheeseman, came up with an indoor alterative ping pong Kayleigh Fisher, Gethin Glynn, Jordan challenge, this quick thinking enabled them to Jones, Megan Proctor and Chloe Williams raise over £20. undertook a total of ten The final group of hours com- Gethin Lloyd, Luke munity work Haynes, Ashleigh around Clarke & Sam Frog- Penarth & Barry Island gatt raised £127.70 collecting for Velindre Hospital over 20 bags with their bake sale of litter. and raffle

Well done to all. “Raising money for Children In Need” Year Groups Blwyddyn 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin

The pupils of Year 7 have made a wonderful This year’s form reps are: effort to contribute to life in their new school. Stanwell’s clubs and societies are all filled 7T—Lola Evans & Max Woodman with our eager pupils. They have made an important impact on school life through the 7E—Ellie Reed & Daniel Webber school council. Their ideas are always valuable. 7A—Chantelle Shields & Austin McKillen Llangrannog was the ideal venue to make new friends and share in the adventure. Despite 7M—Ranaa Ghandour & Ronnie Hughes wind and rain, all the pupils returned exhausted but happy. 7X—Lola Owens & Zac Essenhigh Every form made a great effort to raise funds for Children in Need. Each stall was manned in 7W—Kacie Wingren & Henry Spencer the morning break offing delights such as face painting, cake sales and raffles. In the 7O—Kitty Picton & Liam Brooks afternoon a concert was held. The vocal talents of the pupils surprised everyone, we are indeed 7R—Nora Lindfield & Samuel Price fortunate to have such promising pupils. 7K—Ruby Cook & Louis Morris

7L—Millicent Slade & Jacob Angell

7T

Joseph Carolan is looking forward to taking part in the Penarth Dramatic Society’s panto Robinson Crusoe. Lily Daniell has recently moved up to level seven in

swimming. Lola Evans is very pleased to have got into the Vale county netball team. Jacob Fanshaw has been playing in ice hockey games and the team are on the brink of success. Inayah Khan is currently the second in the UK at Ju Jitsu. William

Kingston-Williams has received a medal

for his skills in long jump. Huw Knapper performed a brass solo in the City of the Unexpected Roald Dahl celebrations. Sophia Millar is excited to have joined a new dance class. Billie Minchin’s dance troupe have won an impressive 22 trophies in a

dance competition. Madeline Morgan is delighted to be a member of the Basketball “the team are on the brink of success” Year 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin Wales squad. Rafael Octavio was thrilled to be 7E named man of the match by his Inter Penarth 7E have had a great term participating in many football coach. Chloe Pepper has recently activities, most recently ‘Children in Need’. They passed her grade 1 piano. Jack Peterson has set up a number of stalls at break time that been developing his computer games. Katie included a nerf gun shooting gallery, lucky Savill scored three goals in a school hockey match. Fizzah Shahzad and Inayah have started dip, and a cake sale. In addition to their charitable writing a storybook. Jake Shaw was man of the side, members of the group are heavily involved match in a recent football game. Jennifer in sporting activities. Keaton Kegelmann was Sidford has now reached badges 7 and 8 in recently awarded ‘Man of the Match’ for his gymnastics. Edie Summerhayes has been rugby team and has been a medal winner for preparing for a grade 2 piano exam and she has Grangetown Basketball team. Dan Thomas has also moved up a category in dance club. Well been promoted to Inter Penarth’s team captain done to all the members of the form who threw whilst Austin Mckillen is currently their top goal themselves into the fundraising activities for scorer. Isla Thomas is an active member of a Children in Need and contributed towards a dance class and has performed in a number of very impressive total. dance shows. Phoebe Davies has been developing her musical talents and has passed her grade 2 exam and become a member of CAVMS Transitional Orchestra. Well done 7E!

7A

The pupils of 7A have made a positive start to life in Stanwell, proving themselves to be a particularly sporty group. Sian Blackburn and Alisha Khan have played for the netball team, winning their only match to date. Rohan Rayani took part in a table tennis competition against other schools and the team came 2nd overall. Gina Robinson scored 10 goals in 5 games for the girls’ football team in a tournament, and Robyn Walters has captained the team. Bethan Thomas represented the school in a hockey match (the team won 8-0), and Iestyn Willis is captain of the school rugby team, with the team winning every game so far. The sporting achievements continue outside of school also. Madeline Bennett came 2nd in a horse jumping competition with Leige Manor. Lois Blake takes part in competitive swimming for Cogan swimming club and recently won a gold medal “dancing for the Britain’s Got Talent judges” Year 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin and trophies in a 50m sprint. Amelia Millar presentation about himself. Finally, Ellie Reed is completed her first level test with Dinas a very talented dancer and will be dancing for the Powys swimming club, managing an Britain’s Got Talent judges at the auditions in incredible 66 lengths in the test! Phoebe February; good luck Ellie from all of us in 7A! White won consecutive gold medals for Barry Amateur swimming club, competing all over South Wales. Joseph Edwards has 7M become captain of Cogan football team, with Ruben McLellan-Morgan filling in for him Maisie Anstee is a keen gymnast and when he got injured. Macy Brown has got cheerleader. She has achieved a gold badge in into the South Wales representative squad for gymnastics. Maya Archampong has achieved a girls’ football and will start training very distinction in a ballet exam and a high merit in soon. Faith Mulenga is training with the her tap exam with the Liberty school of Wales Girls Under 12s football squad dance. Amalia Asprou is also a keen dancer currently and will be playing her first match and has recently done a tap exam with her dance imminently. group PAAW. Seren Bailey was successful in the South Wales football trials and now plays for the South Wales football squad. Rhys Barden is currently practising for a grade 1 guitar exam. Lisa Bell-Jones is a keen basketball player and has taken part in many basketball tournaments. Oliver Bolitho has achieved a green belt in karate. Taylor Brown and James Burrows enjoyed their trip to Llangrannog. Kierra Clarke has completed a 10km run for charity. Carys Crandon has passed her grade 3 singing exam and has also started piano lessons. Bridie Dawes is also a keen gymnast and has learnt how to do a head spring on the volt and a straddle undershot on the bar at Plante gymnastics. Sophie Dixon enjoyed all of the activities at Llangrannog. Sorcha Emberson passed her grade 3 piano exam. Ranaa Ghandour is a member of the Stanwell netball team and they have won all of their games so far. They won 16-0 against Bro Morgannwg and 13-3 against Cowbridge. Thomas Graham plays for the Stanwell Jacob Allen achieved an impressive 100% football team and also does cross country in the Maths set test, and Rhys Mottram running. Xantia Hobrough is in the top 40 of achieved a level 7 for his English endurance runners in Wales including age 11+.

“completed her grade 3 ballet exam” Year 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin

Ronnie Hughes has been elected form 5th in the cross country race. Danny Alderman captain. He has recently joined a boxing club won a boxing tournament, he received a very and also plays football for Sully football shiny medal! Charlotte Rapley has been playing club. They recently beat Llantwit 9-5. netball for the school team; they haven’t lost a Miriam Khan is a keen horse rider and is game yet. Giulia Pisani has entered a baking able to canter without using her hands. David competition and was placed as runner up. Isaac Nicholl plays rugby for the school. Robinson has been helping out in Tae-kwan- Thomas Nourish has recently started do. Nathaniel Morley is starting a coding club at horse riding lessons. Madeleine Orwin has Sully Library. Seren Jennings has taken part in achieved a silver medal in gymnastics. Jacob her first parade with Barry Sea Cadets. Milly Penn is a keen footballer and has scored Hutchings is busy practising for her grade 1 his first goal for Cogan A. F. C recently after guitar. Lola Owens has passed her grade 4 on the being out for three months due to an injury. flute while Sam Harvey has passed his grade 2 James Peterson had a fantastic time in piano. Alex Bradley Glinister aced his Geography Llangrannog. Bethan Price Turcuz plays exam with 100% and Kieran Lewis was really football for Stanwell and they recently happy with his Maths test in set 1. played in a tournament against different 7W schools including Bro Morgannwg and St Cyres. They won 2 matches. Lucy Taylor plays basketball for Wales in the girls under 12s team. Her training team is called Penarth Bears.

Calum Walker is a keen swimmer who swims for the Cardiff swimming club. He took part in a series of races at Newport in November where he won 8 medals! Evan Watkins plays for the Cogan football team and has won many awards. Ffion Williams enjoyed her visit to Llangrannog— even the quad bikes!

7X

A very sporty form 7X have been busy this year. A big well done to Osian Baker who, together with his dad won the Malroy Cup in golf, he received his price in November at the Glamorganshire Golf Club. Zac Essenhigh is rated 32 in the UK for his age group in tennis and Tia-Loren Fofana came “continue their successful streak” Year 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin

Form 7W has been very busy this term: and her dog came first in a dog show. Evelyn Abigail Williams donated 3 big bags of Smith was an extra in 2 BBC dramas, Christmas toys to the charity Marie Curie to ‘Sherlock’ and ‘Poldark.’ Gabrielle Crick won help unfortunate children. Poppy Glaze will a hockey match against St Cyres for the school be performing in Alice in Wonderland at the hockey team. Isabelle Edmunds went to the dance Paget Rooms with the Talent Shack as the world cup with her dance team. Megan Skone has character ‘Petunia’ as a mean flower. Luke been celebrating success being part of the under Chapman filmed as an extra for the BBC 12+13s cricket team for Wales. Jessica Stokes completed her grade 3 ballet exam. Kacie Wingren has a part dancing in the Christmas panto ‘Robinson Crusoe.’ Ethan Spear represented Stanwell at a gymnastics competition.

7O

7O had a big representation in this year’s Children in Need X-Factor, with Candice Luceau and Ella Sutcliffe-Hill both performing solo pieces. Lots of pupils helped with the 7O ‘target practice for Children in Need’ stall including; Sian Ashworth, Liam Brooks, Luke Evans, Jenna Hanif and Jemima Robinson. Sian Ashworth is currently making a mosaic for a hospital in Art club and Matthew Baguley has settled in to life in Sully after his move from Manchester in the Summer. There is an abundance of sporting talent in 7O, including Candice Luceau and Jemima Robinson who have competed in cross-country for school. Jemima Robinson has also been selected for the South Wales team! Valentina Dimitrova has drama called ‘Class.’ Tom Way played his competed in a gymnastics competition, coming in 10th game for his football team ‘Inter 3rd place and Abdirahman Actie recently saved a Penarth.’ Cai Gibbon set up his own You penalty in the cup final of a football tournament! Tube channel called ‘Agile Duke.’ Tegan The girls have had further success in football Chambers helped out with Grey Hound with Kitty Picton being selected for the South rescue Wales and did a street collection which Wales football team and Ella-Mae Goodwin raised £250. Thomas Miller helped out at his being awarded numerous player of the match scout group in Penarth. Abbie Edwards came awards! Mia Gibbs and Anna Miles have been first in a gymnastics competition. Lola Escott

“certainly one to watch in the future” Year 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin selected for the U13s Netball Vale Hub. Khostval regularly enjoys 5-aside football and Isabelle Creeden recently danced in New hopes to compete in even more tournaments next York as part of her dance group. 7O have had year. Meanwhile, swimming is also a popular a strong representation in the boys’ rugby sport. Sam Price trains 7 days a week before team with; Matthew Baguley, Liam Brooks, school, he represents the City of Cardiff Jack Bryant and Jack Lias all playing Swimming Clubs and has won the Welsh matches so far. Liam Brooks has also been the Nationals 3 times! Certainly one to watch in the team captain for 2 games. future. Thomas Streets has enjoyed his time with our basketball team especially the game against 7R St Cyres where they won 28-8.

Grace Atkinson has passed grade 1 and grade 2 singing exams this term, she was pleased to pass with distinction. Grace Hatherall has been busy performing in the P.O.D’s production of Robinson Crusoe.

7K

Ruby Cook's gymnastics group won gold in the Welsh championships, Betsi Watkins and her dance group successfully auditioned for Britain's Got Talent and are through to the next round! Austin Owens and the school rugby team continue their successful streak having won all their recent games, Chloe James and the Windsor Lawn Tennis Club won club of the year, Grace Clissett has won a gold medal in gymnastics, Lucy Siberry passed her grade 1 piano exam, Sophie Featherstone passed her grade 1 singing exam, Louie Williams has won a football award for most improved player, Toby Frankling and his football team, Dinas, are celebrating having recently won against Cogan.

We are very proud of Ieuan Harris who has been awarded player of the year for the Old 7L Penarthians rugby team and Jamie Spender who received an award for most improved Joel Hennessy, Jack Kilborn, Brandon player. Jacob Stephens regularly plays for Millinship, Ethan Newman and Millicent Cardiff and the Vale football team. Reshteen

“certainly one to watch in the future” Year 7 Mrs R Baker and Mr M Baldwin

Slade play for Sully FC. Mahmoud Slade also do dance and attend Bliss Dancers. Barkhad plays football for Bute Town FC. Leonita Pacolli attends planet gymnastics. Izzy Jacob Angell plays for Cardiff City Davies attends and competes for performing Academy. Taran Surringer has been selected arts academy Wales as well as playing hockey for to play for Villareal and will be playing for School. them in January.

Liam Burgoyne-George, John Bryant, Oliver Clarke, Joel Hennessy, Oscar Innes, Ethan Newman and Joshua Scott represent a number of rugby clubs outside of school. Joel Hennessy, Ben Hutchings and Jack Kilborn play tennis for a number of clubs outside of school. Jolie Gosling, Freya McAteer and Madison Woodhouse compete for CV trampolining club. Ali Fagir attends football and rugby class after school.

Jacob Angell, John Bryant, Yee Tian Chan, Oliver Clarke, Chloe Dyer, Joel Hennessy, Ben Hutchings, Oscar Innes, Gracie-Mae Jennings- Slater, Jack Kilborn, Brandon Millinship, Ethan Newman, Lily-May Reardon, Millicent Slade, Lila Smith and Thomas Whittaker compete for the school in a number of sports.

Lila Smith attends the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Matilda Rodriguez, Thomas Whittaker and Madison Woodhouse attend Choir after school.

Thomas Whittaker plays for Dinas Powys FC, trains for Penarth Gymnastics and will be starting dance. Kelis Richards and Millicent

“Performing Arts Academy Wales” Year 8 Mr A Chambers and Miss A Wilson This has been an eventful term for Year 8. a range of worthwhile causes to help those less Pupils have embarked enthusiastically on the fortunate than themselves. Numerous cake “Real Game”. This is an effective and sales, and non-uniform day have helped to informative programme that aims to provide raise money for organisations like Children In pupils with a glimpse of what it is like living Need and Save the Children. and working as an adult. Pupils have also received a talk from Mr Pritchard (Careers Many exciting trips have taken place this term. Wales) who has been assisting with preparing Pupils enjoyed sampling the delights at our pupils for their option choices later on in Cadbury World with the Geography the New Year. Department and the recent history trip to London was also hugely popular. A Pupils have also enjoyed a range of assemblies considerable number are also committed to including a Remembrance assembly, meeting future field trips including the Ski visit to the Prefects and Eco-Stanwell. Pupils have also Austria and the languages trip to Paris. enjoyed a varied pastoral framework. They participated in Remembrance activities where Each form has elected form representatives for pupils reflected upon the WW1 poem ‘In the Year 8 Council. Their role is to act as the Flanders Field’. They have also discovered the link between pupils and the School Council origins of Halloween. The year group has also and they have a great opportunity to raise benefited from a Eco-Schools activity during issues that pupils feel are important to them to Eco week which focused on the issues of help improve the whole school environment. recycling and the dangerous effects rubbish is The following pupils are representatives of having on the planet. their form. There has been a healthy competitive rivalry This year our School Council representatives building up between the five houses this term are Abbey Chapman and Davis Hedgecoe. Both have taken on the responsibilities of the role with maturity and professionalism, adding

to try to earn the most housepoints. Powys were successful in achieving the highest total of housepoints and were rewarded with a visit to see Disney’s Moana at Premiere Cinema in Cardiff. The group very much enjoyed the trip as a reward for their hard work this term. Pupils in Year 8 have also shown their generosity and compassion by participating in

“Powys were successful in achieving the highest total of housepoints” Year 8 Mr A Chambers and Miss A Wilson much to the School Council meetings and Championships. Eleanor Garvey also takes part feeding back important information to the year in netball activities, but furthermore passed her group. grade 4 violin with Merit. Belle Jones competes for many sporting clubs and came 8T th Ryan Fifield is a member of the Year 8 rugby 10 in a recent cross country competition out team who are still undefeated. Gabriel Pryde of 250 students. Daisy Lawrence has attained a grade 3 on the flute. Nicole Kells, our tennis champ, has beaten the number one from Ireland and Scotland and also her team has won the 12s title in the Tri Nations. Cadyn Halstead, a keen swimmer, has managed to move up two academies in one year in the Cardiff City Swimming Club.

8M Samuel Sully was Man of the Match in the rugby game against Bishop of Llandaff in which they won 50-0. Johnathan O’Sullivan gained his black belt in Aikido and Lucy Cutts passed his grade 3 piano exam. Beth Munro- took part in her first ever horse riding Morris made it back into the county side for competition. football and was also named ‘player of the match’ in both of the recent hockey games. 8X Caitlin Herdman has just completed her 8E Level 2 Youth Chinese Test and is aiming to There have been several sporting achievements take Chinese for GCSE. Trinity Hu received an and successes this term: Mia Fellows came A* for her Chinese GCSE and is about to sit second in a recent karate competition; Georgina her grade 5 piano exam. Madeline Lavender Fitzgerald gained her yellow belt in passed her grade 2 piano exam with a Taekwondo; Teagan Greenhough came second distinction and has also been rewarded a blue in a regional gymnastics competition; Chloe belt in Karate. Eve Jeffreys has just sat her Sainsbury achieved her grade 8 in grade 1 Piano exam. Benji Mulcahy was part gymnastics; and Stella Wright and Helen Weir of the Cardiff and Vale Football Team that raised money for Macmillan Cancer Support by won the Welsh Cup. He is also the captain of performing 500 seat drops during a marathon the Vale’s Cricket Team and represents Wales. trampolining session! Our accomplished Louis Matthews-Ratner made it into the musician, Jedrek Holownia, achieved both a Welsh Sailing squad. Isabel Williams took part distinction in his grade 6 acoustic guitar exam in a 10k walk for Cancer Research. Elyott and a merit in his grade 5 saxophone exam. Spencer and Joe Tailby laid wreaths for the Cadets at the Remembrance Day service and Jake Hu has been promoted to Patrol 8A th Zoe Cornelius and Anna Griffiths have Leader in 5 Barry Sea Scouts. participated in many netball matches, and came rd 8W 3 with their netball team at the Welsh There are many keen and able sports people in

“maturity and professionalism” Year 8 Mr A Chambers and Miss A Wilson the form with George Bird continuing his Luka Bisic has recently moved to Wales and Karate development, he’s now a black belt, as is has joined the Welsh Wanderers Water Polo Gruffydd Hughes who also represented team. Khaleel Asif plays for Tiger Bay FC. Wales in a recent international tournament. A Freddie Johnson represented Penarth in a purple belt grading has been achieved by local swimming gala and won 2 races. Francesca Perez, we look forward to hearing about her next stage, with the blue/white belt 8K next. Oscar Lin has claimed a red stripe karate Josh Edwards has recently been chosen to grading and was also awarded a Grade 2 badge represent the Year 8 Rugby Team as captain - a in his scout troupe. Matthew Payne was a member of the Cogan football team which was in a local final recently. Ella Davies has been selected for final trials for the Welsh cricket team and we hope to report further success when the cricket weather returns in the summer. She also represents Cardiff & Vale at Netball. Jasmine Cave is also a keen netballer, playing for Penarth Allstars, but she adds to her abilities by achieving grade 4 for singing and also in dance. Our form captain, Lucy Kanias, has recently performed for Cardiff touring choir an annual show in St Davids Hall.

8O Amy Denton took part in a horse riding competition and achieved 8th place from over very important role. John Maclean has earned 250 competitors. Ellie Martin won a tournament his sailing badge with Sea Cadets. Chiara with her netball club. Ffion Ross takes part in Baker has been impressing everyone with many sports; she is the goalie for the school her Karate, achieving Bronze and Silver hockey team and she has been recognised for awards in the European Championships and her ability and took part in the county trials. Zoe Gold in the World under 13s. Smith is a superb footballer; she has had trials for the Welsh national team and was 8L successful. Ben Perry has played rugby for the Congratulations go to Asdiq Khan for school and was awarded a trophy for his achieving 1st place in both the Welsh Shotokan contributions. Felix Clark competed in the Karate team and solo fighting competitions. schools indoor rowing championships and his Erin Gardner is working towards her grade team achieved the bronze award. Elena Warlow 5 in modern jazz. She hopes to pass the exam and Isla Carpentier have both helped raise early on in the new year. Chelsea Burgoyne- money for charity. Elena ran in a Santa and elf George has recently taken up figure skating fun run for the British Heart Foundation and out of school and participated in her first Isla took part in a swimathon for Marie competition in Sheffield. George Jones has Curie. achieved his grade 5 in trumpet and theory grade 3, grade 5 in singing. Taite Trivett went 8R to trials and has been accepted in the U13s Ross Cullen took part in the Barry Island girls’ team national football team. Charity Santa Run on December 4th.

“recently taken up figure skating” Blwyddyn 9 Miss L Bekker and Mr P Griffiths

It has been an excellent start for Year 9 pu- Ending” which explored healthy relation- pils who have begun to study their chosen ships. GCSE courses. They have been approaching their studies with enthusiasm and maturity 26 Year 9 pupils attended a fantastic outdoor and we are sure this positive attitude will be activity weekend in the Urdd centre in Glan- sustained throughout the 3 years. In addition, Llyn, North Wales. The cold weather did lit- pupils have begun collating evidence of their tle to dampen the mood and all pupils took successes inside and outside school for their part in the varied activities on or around the progress files, as well as writing CVs and Lake Tegid. It was an exciting experience personal statements to outline their achieve- and a chance for the pupils to create fond ments, interests and aspirations. memories, enjoy the spectacular scenery and develop their Welsh. Diolch yn fawr to all Pupils have also enjoyed a varied pastoral and pupils involved for their excellent con- framework. In assemblies, recognition has duct at all times. been given to world events, historical memo- rials, activities and the precepts of the week. This year our School Council representatives Pastoral themes have included learning path- are Kitty Bax and Luke Newman. Both have ways, electing the School Council represent- taken on the responsibilities of the role with atives, Respect, the Poppy Appeal to Opera- maturity and professionalism, adding much tion Christmas Child. to the School Council meetings.

Year 9 pupils were also involved in Taking Flight’s theatre production which offered a fascinating insight into Disability Hate Crime. The performance and follow-up workshops were excellent, and all pupils thoroughly engaged with the production, learning a great deal about issues facing peo- ple with disabilities.

Each form has elected form representatives for the Year 9 Council. The form representa- tives are :

T - Luca Nardone & Anna Hughes E- Isobel Adams & Luke Newman A - Dylan Lyle & Tilly McKechnie M - Finn Keane & Matilda Whiting X - Kitty Bax & Dan Gibson W - Grace Hynes & Arman Abdi O - India Lenney & Will Odgers R - Cerys Porter & Jacob Ringer K - Luca Gentile & Natayah Birchall Pupils have also benefited from a production L - Francis Dawson & Ellie Reid on workshop called “In Search of a Happy

“all pupils thoroughly engaged with the production.” Blwyddyn 9 Miss L Bekker and Mr P Griffiths

Our pupils at Military Prep and CAVC have arts theme, our very own form representative completed an outstanding first term. They Isobel Adams is currently working to- have all received excellent feedback from the wards her grade 7 in viola. Isobel has also course leaders on their behaviour, appearance won first prize in the Mayor’s Christmas and enthusiasm. Special mention goes to Card Compettion. Well done Isobel! Our Alex Owens who has been particularly im- sports stars include Max Bradley Glinister pressive. who is a member of the badminton club and is having tennis lessons at Windsor LTC, 9T Nicholl Chishimba who plays both football

and rugby for school and Charlie Jowett who Congratulations to William Davies who now plays the piano at a grade 5 level. He will is not only the captain for Stanwell in rugby, soon participate in the Vale Music Competi- but also Llandaff RFC - da iawn Charlie. tion. Good luck William! Lloyd Clarke is going to compete in the Welsh National Fi- nals for shot putt. Joseff Morris has success- fully reached the semi final stages for Sully U14s and has recently won the boys’ golf Championships. Da Iawn Joseff! Myah Jem- mett achieved an award for her perfor- mance in the junior girls’ basketball team. Michael Dolbear gave a speech in front of the Lord Mayor of Cardiff, Assembly Mem- bers and Members of Parliament. Jonathan Evans won his local tennis tournament in Dinas Powys. Christopher Slack has recently passed his Karate refereeing course. Well done 9T! 9A 9E Sol Vander-Bilson competed in the Welsh There have been several notable achieve- Badminton Championship. Kieran Marshall ments in 9E so far this year. 9E is a particu- has represented Wales U14 rugby and has larly sporty and musical form and many ac- also played the Vale Cup. Well done Kieran! tivities have been completed. Morgan Lloyd- Joseph Martin-Evans plays for Sully FC. Williams has been particularly busy; he Jacob Sweeney has been victorious in six attends media club in school as well as play- Vale of Glamorgan golf events. Da iawn Ja- ing rugby for Dinas Powys and has achieved cob! Jacob Bowman also played in the Vale grade 5 in piano. Seren Rüge-Edwards at- Cup and Dylan Lyle and Cameron Fofana tends the Royal Welsh college of music and played in the Super Cup and made it to the drama every Sunday and Lola Davies is our finals. Congratulation 9A! very own form celebrity. She has a main role in the Christmas advert for Ebay! Devon 9M Tyso is not only in the starting line-up for There have been many remarkable achieve- Stanwell’s football team, he has also ments for 9M so far this year. Raechel Tog- achieved his grade 3 in guitar. Sticking to the

“main role in the Christmas advert for Ebay” Blwyddyn 9 Miss L Bekker and Mr P Griffiths den has moved up to grade 8 in piano and is the quickest out of the blocks at the 60m, Jacob Bannister is currently working to- 100m and 200m in Wales for his age group, wards grade 5 in both double bass and bass while Corey-John Litton has been swatting guitar. George Marshall has also entered for up on his overarm smash at Cogan badmin- grade 5 in both piano and violin. Eve Tray- ton club. Meanwhile, Scarlett Russell has nor achieved a distinction in her graded continued to develop her throwing arm, and tap, ballet and modern exam. Furthermore, is now able to propel a javelin over 30m. her competition team competed for Wales Niall Chinn has turned down overtures during October half term. Marcy Chivers al- from both Cardiff City and Newport County so danced her way to success, winning the in order to concentrate on his studies and, biggest dance competition in the UK for the further down the line, secure a more lucrative Intermediate category. Adam Grosfils has move. In the performing arts, Emily Richards had a successful few months, playing foot- and Lily Durham have been much feted for ball for Sully, swimming for Cardiff/Penarth their performances in the Jeff Guppy school and playing cricket for Penarth, who remain of drama Christmas charity perfor- unbeaten. Jacob Hosgood has also been play- mance. Dylan Houghton-Jones continues ing football for Sully and Samuel Field-Ali to hone his survival skills through plays football every Friday after school. Amy his accumulation of ever more demanding Prangley has been playing football for scout badges. both Barry Town Utd and school - she has 9W won all matches so far! Both Mahanoor Hussain and Elizabeth Harvey go ice- Ellis Selman, Agatha Leach, Mia John, skating every week, with Mahanoor repre- Raya Dean, Anton Rogan, Emily Reypert, senting Cardiff. Nayaab Ahmed goes swim- Isaac Phillips, Connor Call, Charlotte ming every Thursday and Friday and Daisy Jones, Luke Mills and Marcy Webbe have Bollington plays hockey for Penarth. In leapt at the opportunity of participating in the addition to his musical achievements, Jacob Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and are Bannister plays water polo for Cardiff completing their Bronze Award. All are at- whilst Matilda Whiting won first prize in an tending after archery competition. Congratulations must school sessions also go to Finn Keane who received a brav- in preparation ery award in rugby. In other areas Leah for their much- anticipated ex- Meek received a new badge from Guides peditions in the and Conor Sullivan is enjoying his time in summer as the cadets. Congratulations must go to Ella well as volun- Jones who received Pupil of the Month in teering to help English this term. Finally, a warm welcome in local chari- to Max Lindfield who joined our form this ties, schools term and has settled in extremely well! and businesses. Once again 9X pupils in 9W have excelled 9X continue to impress with their sporting in the perfor- feats both in and out of school. Carter Staples mance arts. “won first prize in an archery competition” Blwyddyn 9 Miss L Bekker and Mr P Griffiths

Huw Boucher is becoming an exceptional competitions for the first time. Morgan Inker musician attaining grade 8 in the piano, harp has been selected to play for Sully. It has and flute. He has also successfully competed been a competition-filled year for Megan with the harp at the URDD Eisteddfod and Hitchen who won the South Wales Spring- Music in the Vale. In the URDD he won the board Young Chef competition. Megan com- solo category and successfully defended his peted against other pupils from schools title at the Music in the Vale. Emily Reypert across South Wales. She will be representing is learning the piano and the cello while Raya Stanwell School in the Welsh final in Febru- Dean performs with the guitar. The final instrumentalist from the form is Ellis Selman ary next year. Well done Megan! The musi- who is showing potential performing by win- cians of 9O have also had a good year so far; ning a recent saxophone competition. Mia William Heale achieved grade 1 for the John and Georgia Williams have joined flute, Matthew Pringle achieved grade 4 in the school choir while Lily Tracy has joined guitar and Tom Lumsden achieved grade 3 in a new Dance studio. Members of 9W are also drums. 9O should be very proud of their supporting many sports clubs and activities achievements. both in and outside of the school. Rowing is a popular activity this year with Emily Rey- pert and Agatha Leach taking part in the Welsh indoor rowing competition and Ellis Selman passing his Blades Course 1 and 2 while Kieran Utting achieved 5th place in a recent kayaking competition. Members of the form have supported school teams with Ed- die Norton and Agatha Leach playing for the football and netball teams’ respectively. Conner Harlock and Katie-Leigh Curtis have both achieved sports awards during the School awards ceremony.

9O It has been an exciting year so far for 9O. Jessica Jones has competed in two dance competitions and has won sixteen trophies so 9R far. Charlotte Welsh has achieved her grade 2 in guitar. She has also been working on her It has been another successful term for 9R. horse riding skills and is able to successfully Bethan Chalk achieved a Silver award in a National gymnastics competition in North canter on a horse. Georgia Carr has achieved Wales, whilst also passing grade 3 piano re- a new personal best in swimming. She has cently. Tilly Mallory also represented Stan- also moved into the Elite Age Group, been well in the netball team and also achieved a chosen for the Area A team and has qualified Regional grade 3 qualification in gym and for the Winter Nationals again. Flora dance. Angharad Sommerin was part of the McWilliam has also had sporting success, ‘Talent Shack’ theatre group and recently achieving a new personal best in sprinting. performed ‘Robinson Crusoe’ and has com- Seren Baker competed in two cheerleading pleted her grade 5 tap exam. Sophie Thomas “won the South Wales Springboard Young Chef competition” Blwyddyn 9 Miss L Bekker and Mr P Griffiths has successfully completed her grade 3 pi- 9L ano. Sophie Lias is a member of CCYC gym- nastics club and won the regional final - the Ellie Reid was re-accepted back into the 1st overall in Wales in her class on the beam Royal Welsh Drama performance Arts col- and athletics disciplines. Well done Sophie! lege; she was also nominated for form repre- Cerys Edwards-Rich has passed her L2 ice sentative this year. Gregory Cross plays -skating and Ben Donovan and Stefan Bigsby cricket for Cardiff and the Vale. Zach have completed their Duke of Edinburgh McClymont plays for Cardiff City foot- bronze aspects of first aid. William Skone ball. Alissa Colderley has been accepted into represents Penarth Cricket U15s and Alex the Welsh development for netball. Eva Lewis was awarded Plater of the Year in Tomalin-Reeves competed in the Dance Stanwell for tennis. Rhys Knapper excelled World Cup in Jersey for Wales. Evan Hock- in Music this year, achieving grade 7 piano ing received his chief scouts gold award and grade 7 cornet. He is a member of the and got into the Lord Mayor’s own scout County Brass Band, High Schools’ Wind troop. Thomas Savill is going to Spain to Band and High Schools’ Brass Band. He also play in the European Golf Tournament for plays for Sully U14 football team. Toby the U18s. Good luck Thomas! Jack Peterson Chapman also represents Sully U14s and plays rugby and has just received the player as part of his Duke of Edinburgh award of the year at this local club. Francis Dawson coaches tennis in Windsor club. Da iawn 9R! has starred in an advertisement for the aware- ness of ADHD and is the 9L form representa- 9K

9K is proving to be a very sporty form and musical form, with lots of activities being completed this term. Steffan Crimp has been chosen to represent Wales in Under 14 crick- et and Natayah Birchall has been selected for the Hub Netball team, for which she has also won an award. Anoushka Broughton has gained a part in an upcoming ice-skating show and been selected for the All-stars net- ball team. William Doran attained the Bowls’ Champion cup at Dinas Powys’ men’s club, Lauren Whittaker has had several selec- tive this year. And finally, congratulations to tions and competition wins for swimming Niamh Millar who has been selected to clubs, including both Cardiff and Barry compete at the British National Ice-skating teams clubs and Jessica Bullock has an up- Championships in the basic novice B catego- coming trial for Wales’ Under 17 football ry for 15 years and under. Niamh is also a team. Megan Thompson has passed her grade member of the Cardiff ice-skating club and 4 flute examination, Josh Slatter has attained trains 6 times a week. Well done 9L— a fan- grade 2 piano, James Murphy-Jones has tastic form! passed grade 1 piano and Emily Lam contrib- uted to the MPCT Prince of Wales Competi- tion. Well done to all our form members for their hard work!

“selected to compete at the British National Ice-Skating Championships.”

Blwyddyn 10 Miss A Bates and Mr B Crompton It has been a busy term for Year 10 as pupils complete controlled assessments and A special good luck to the Year 10 pupils per- work towards achieving their GCSEs in the forming in West Side Story and those starting summer of 2018. They have approached stud- their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh. ies with maturity and attendance at homework clubs has been positive. Homework Clubs have been running through- out the term and will continue throughout the During their Pastoral lessons, Year 10 pupils year. We encourage all pupils to take part in have had a variety of outside agencies involv- these sessions if possible in order to fulfil their ing them in workshops and discussion groups. potential at GCSE. For further information on PC Emma Mudie has talked to pupils about homework clubs and support provided in Year drugs and steroids. Cardiff University repre- 10 please go to Moodle.stanwell.org and visit sentatives have spoken to the pupils and of- the Year 10 page. fered advice for the future. The Vale Youth Service spoke about volunteering and how to Our Year council representative this year are: become a rights ambassador. Alongside this, Sasha Holland and Tom Griffiths. assemblies have taken place where recognition They have both taken on this role with maturi- has been given to world events, activities and ty and have given some thoughtful and inter- the precepts of the week including Respect, esting ideas during school council meetings. Values, Cyberbullying, Sexting, Remembrance and Anti-bullying week. Pupils have also com- pleted workshops on Toxic friendships and the Dangers of Smoking. It was lovely to see so many enthusiastic mem- ber of the year group complete their volunteer- ing for the Welsh Baccalaureate. A mini Olympics day was organised for the whole of Year 7, afternoon tea was held for a local resi- dential home, pupils helped at the local food bank and a group of pupils went litter picking around Penarth and the local area. Each form has elected representatives for the Year 10 Council. They are as follows:

10T-Sasha Holland and Kian Walters 10E-Ffion Coslett and Tom Jenkins 10A– Imania Malik-Stephens and Tom Griffiths 10M– Famke Ashmore and Shafi Chow- dhury 10X– Serena Jemmett and Jacob Huish 10W– Sophie Whittaker and Jagjeet Singh- Landa 10O– Yasmin Idris and Enes Kir 10R– Lauren Selman and Lloyd Thomas 10K– Felix Price and Jessica Davies 10L– Elinor Pyman and Daniel Hale

“It has been a busy term for Year 10 pupils”

Blwyddyn 10 Miss A Bates and Mr B Crompton

10T 10M Da iawn to Gabriel Howard, Liam Newman A busy term for the pupils of 10M. Well and Bryce Richardson, who have all cap- done to Carys David and Amira Arwa, tained their sports teams this year. Alexandra who have achieved their first aid certifi- Burrows has been volunteering at the local cates. Amira has also achieved her pur- dog kennels and Jessica Jones has been vol- ple one striped belt in Karate. Excellent unteering to help train guide dogs. Keep it up work! Faith Mattinson has started to help girls. Congratulations to Sasha Holland and coach the local under 8 Netball team. Charlotte Peach, who both marched in the Reuben Jones has started his own remembrance parade. Well done to Owen show on radio Stanwell. Eva Summer- Jones who took part in a tae kwondo com- hayes and Nia Hopkins have competed petition and congratulations to Zoe Mules for in a number of dance shows this term passing her grade 4 signing exam. Jack and are also dancers in West Side Story Mudie came second in the national Tang this Christmas. Jack Stockley-Jones is Soo So Championships in Watford in Octo- competing for Cardiff AAC Athletics ber. Great work Jack! club. Ffion McCulloch has come a time keeper in her swimming club and com- peted in the schools Urdd competition. 10E Dylan Moss is working towards grade Congratulations to Mohamoud Awed, Cam- 4 guitar and Dylan Smith is continuing eron Willan, Rhys Lewis, Rhys McGowan to work towards grade 4 drums. Good and Rory Skinner, who all received a sports luck both. award in September. Congratulations to Tom Jenkins, who won the Under 14s Aegon 10X tennis league. Maisy Gibbs has been accept- Will Hardy was awarded the Middle ed into the Welsh netball development squad. Football award in the Sports Award cer- Great work Maisy! Hywel Edwards-Sim has emony in September. He has also been had a busy term preparing for several music selected for the Vale Rugby team, along concerts. He also took part in the Music in with Aled Rees. Well done boys. Dan the Vale competition. Munro-Morris has been selected to Congratulations go to Rhys Lewis again for play for Penarth Men’s Hockey team. achieving 5th place at the British 420 nation- Zoe Jennings won a schools cooking als in Sailing and well done to Rory Skinner competition and has progressed onto the for completing his grade 3 guitar exam. next round in Newport. Olivia Tyso has been selected for the development train- ing centre for Cardiff and the Vale Net- 10A ball. Tom Griffiths represented the school at the Welsh Rowing Championship, where the team came third overall. He also plays for Penarth Men's Hockey club. Jay McIntyre plays 5 a side football and represents Dinas RFC U15s. John Lemmer continues to play for the school rugby team and William Ben- nett won a kickboxing competition for Barry Kickboxing club. Well done all.

“level 6 in ice-skating”

Blwyddyn 10 Miss A Bates and Mr B Crompton

10W 10K Zoya Yousef won the Under 18s singles ten- Rhys Newman has enjoyed representing the nis match at PLTC. Aliyah Jama was player of Vale of Glamorgan rugby team this season. the match for the winning football cup match Jack Garrett came second in the Europe against St Cyres. Evan Lloyd is captain for the full contact Karate competition. Da iawn! Lu- District rugby team. Emily Griffiths fought in cas French achieved the Middle Boy Tennis the Welsh Championship Final in Boxing. award in the Sports Award Ceremony. Jonah Ethan Mulcahy, Adam Nielsen, Tariq Ama- James has started his own show on Radio ri, Owen Evans and Olivia Rees have all Stanwell. been awarded their sports ties during the Sports Award ceremony. 10L Hannah Williams has been selected for the 10O Netball county team as well as the Welsh de- Seren Jones passed her grade 5 piano exam. velopment squad. Megan Edwards achieved She will also be part of the stage crew for the best improved handicap in her Archery club. West Side Story production along with Lily Deiniol Knight attained his black belt in Coughlan. Tom Featherstone completed the Karate and then helped teach younger chil- Computer Code Academy course. Yasmin dren. Well done Deiniol. Elinor Pyman partici- Idris received the community badge in the pated in Welsh Basketball trials and Ethan RAF cadets. Megan Lias is preparing for the Hosken is helping to coach rugby. Arianne Welsh tumbling championships this mont. and Enyala Banks have both participated in the Louis Foscolo continues to play rugby for Welsh National Youth Opera and Performing Old Pens, who are having a successful season Arts Academy Wales. Emma Monaghan is so far. Neil Power, Oscar Masters and Miller working on her grade 5 singing and is involved Coyle have all started volunteering within with the West Side Story production, along the community. Well done to all. with Olivia Tucker.

10R A huge well Finlay Evans is enjoying competing in a 5- done to aside football league. Karl Webber has contin- Year 10 ued to represent the school Rugby Team. rowing Ophelia Scott is in the Welsh Netball devel- teams at the opment squad and Katy Matthews has started indoor row- with the Netball ing champi- Hub. Ellie MacMil- onships in lan is in her sec- November. ond year playing The girls Basket ball for team re- Wales and was also ceived first awarded the Middle place and Girl basketball the boys award at the Sports received Award. Pia Sully third. An achieved third place excellent in the Swimming team effort by all. nationals. A suc- cessful year so far for 10R, well done.

“Welsh water polo squad” Blwyddyn 11 Miss L Jenkins & Mr R Macpherson

It has been a busy term for Year 11 as pupils Our Year reps are Kate Beeslee and Jack complete controlled assessments and work Ruelle. towards achieving their GCSEs in the summer Homework Clubs have been running through- of 2017. The Maths and Numeracy GCSEs out the term and will continue right up to the and mock examinations have now finished. summer GCSE examinations. We encourage all The provisional date for Year 11 pupils to re- ceive their school reports is January 24th and Parents’ Evening will be held on Tuesday 31st of January 2017. During their Pastoral lessons, Year 11 pupils have had a variety of outside agencies involv- ing them in workshops and discussion groups. PC Emma Mudie has talked to pupils about sexual consent. Cardiff University and CAVC pupils to take part in these sessions if possible representatives have spoken to the pupils and in order to fulfil their potential at GCSE. offered advice with post sixteen intentions. Many of our pupils have taken advantage of the Mr Alun Pritchard of Careers Wales has start- vast extra-curricular programme on offer at ed his one-to-one career interviews. Along- Stanwell and we have a large number of Year side this, assemblies have taken place where 11 pupils involved in music ensembles, senior recognition has been given to world events, production rehearsals, various departmental remembrance, anti-bullying week, healthy trips, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme relationships and substance misuse. and various sports clubs. It was lovely to see so many Year 11 pupils gaining awards at the an- The whole year group was invited to attended nual Sports Awards Ceremony which took a careers event at the Motorpoint Arena on the th place in September and also so many pupils 12 October. This was a very useful experi- taking part in the recent school production of ence for our pupils as they were able to pick ‘West Side Story’. up resources and discuss careers intentions with representatives from a variety of indus- In January a number of GCSE examinations tries. are taking place. Examination schedule: Our School Council and Year Council repre- Thursday 5th January sentatives have been elected and it is pleasing to see these pupils undertaking their roles with Biology (Unit 1 & 2) enthusiasm, maturity and responsibility. Our Year Council reps are: Friday 6th January T - Lowri Bullivant & Isaac Carpenter English Literature (Unit 2a) E – Connor Hamilton & Grace Mallory A – Hannah Ross & Jack Ruelle Tuesday 10th January M – Chelsea Brown & Liam Ware Chemistry (Unit 1 & 2) X – William Hall & Elinor Hawkins W – Ellie Adams & Daniel Thomas Thursday 12th January O – Harmony Hewlett & Anthony Jomon R – Toby Dyer & Holly Keith Physics (Unit 1 & 2) K – Kate Beeslee & Ben Hanson L – Renee Eshel & Dylan McKee “enthusiasm, maturity and responsibility” Blwyddyn 11 Miss L Jenkins & Mr R Macpherson

11T have been busy this term. Taiya Jones’ Stout has successfully completed every sporting achievements are outstanding; she level of the IAW skating course finishing came 1st place in both the long jump and in bronze position in five of the assess- heptathlon for the Under 17s Welsh Champi- ments. Charlie Thomas, another keen ice onships. Furthermore, she has been asked to skater, competed in her last figure skating represent Wales in upcoming major athletics competition finishing in 4th position. On competitions. Taiya should be extremely the cheerleading front, Alice Young has proud of her achievements. Michael Halligan competed in two competitions represent- achieved 1st place representing the school in ing Central Explosion. The team finished the under 16s rowing competition. Hannah 6th out of 60 entrants. Weeks and Kaitlin Daly are part of the chorus in the school’s production of ‘West It has definitely been a busy term for the Side Story’. The majority of the form group pupils of 11M who have been revising have completed their bronze Duke of Edin- for and completing some of their GCSE burgh award. 11T students have also been exams. Even though this has been a main busy completing some of their GCSE exami- priority, they have still managed to fit in nations. Da iawn 11T! some extra-curricular achievements. Well The Autumn Term has been a very busy term done to Mila Monaghan who has been for 11E, with many pupils revising and com- selected for the GBR Laser Radial Youth pleting some of their GCSE exams and con- Squad and the Welsh Laser Performance trolled assessments. In particular, well done Squad. to everyone in 11E for completing their Indi- vidual Presentations in English and for sitting Good luck to Niamh Bannister who has their Mathematics exams this term. Despite been offered a second / main audition for the focus and dedication to their studies, Chetham’s School of Music. Niamh also many have been involved in extra-curricular went on tour as a soloist with the Nation- activities. A number of pupils from 11E have al Children’s Choir of Great Britain. completed their bronze Duke of Edinburgh Emily McConnon was awarded the Award. Hillary Midlane Cup for the best young singer of the year. Sam Barden complet- Well done to Connor Hamilton, who repre- ed his DoE Bronze Award and has started sented South Wales in hockey and Andrew flying lessons. Congratulations to Jamie Te Water Naude, who played water-Polo McGillivray who gained a place on a for the Welsh Wanderers against Exeter and 12 week course with Ford. Newton Abbot. Congratulations to Holly Thomas for completing her grade 6 in bal- There were also many achievements in let and Jordan Speake for earning his Stage 2 form 11W this term. Congratulations to qualification in sailing. Niamh Taylor-Hoare Ellie Barrington who has passed her also entered the school’s trampolining com- target grade at ice skating. Well done to petition and came an impressive 5th out of 30 Libero Tassinari who plays Water polo competitors. Well done, everyone! for the Welsh Wanderers, as well as Rhys Meddins who plays tennis and hockey It has been a busy term for many of the 11A for the men’s team of Dinas Powys. pupils. Bridget Turner sat her grade 5 Piano examination and passed with distinction in the theory aspect. On to the ice and Amy

“we wish them the best of luck” Blwyddyn 11 Miss L Jenkins & Mr R Macpherson

Lucas Murray is a member of the Championships for both high jump and Newport County football U 16 & U18s long jump. She also came 3rd in the Brit- and also plays for Cardiff and Vales ish heptathlon. U16 football team. Tom Atkinson rep- resented Wales in the triple jump at the A number of pupils have completed their School International Athletic Board bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award: Kate championships. Rhys Woolmer has Beeslee, Zacchary Filliau, Benjamin been selected to play football for Barry Hanson, Bronwen Pearce, Hannah Town U16s. Ellis Smith has represent- Salmon, Mini Terao-Rich, Ellie War- ed the senior school rugby team. Ellie ren and Bethan Woodley. Adams sang in the senior choir and Tara Robinson has been assisting as Benjamin Hanson, Mair Jones, Mini stage crew for West Side story. Terao-Rich and Bronwen Pearce have George Cowley won Men’s single all started their silver Duke of Edinburgh Sculls at Cardiff Head of the Taff and award. Stanley Murphy-Johns has repre- competed on the Thames at the Paws sented Stanwell School at cross-country Head competition for Cardiff City and has also represented Wales in water Rowing Club. Harmony Hewlett per- polo at Under 16 level - congratulations! formed in the orchestra for the school The senior production of 'West Side Sto- production of West Side Story, playing ry' has members of 11K in the cast: Kate vibraphone, Beeslee, Stanley Murphy-Johns, Bron- wen Pearce and George Price. Bronwen

has also taken her grade 6 ballet exam and This term has been a very busy term Ellie Warren achieved a distinction in one for 11R, with many pupils revising, her grade 5 music theory exam. Well taking GCSE exams and sitting con- done to both. Gabby Merrick and Amoy trolled assessments. Despite this, we Brown represented the school in the have also had many pupils involved netball team and won several tourna- in extra-curricular activities. A num- ments. Dylan McKee has completed his ber of pupils from 11R have already Level 7 Rock Climbing Skills Award. Eve completed their bronze Duke of Edin- Lumbsden and Anna Webster have burgh Award and are currently working passed their grade 6 ballet exam. towards their Silver: Sara Buckland, Toby Dyer, Matthew Frost, Ellie- Rose Griffiths, Holly Keith, and Con- Tom Pinnington ran the half-marathon nie Shah. Well done to Sara Buck- and raised over £400 for charity. Anna land, who recently made it to the sec- Webster performed in Her Majesty’s ond round in Wales Netball trials. Well Theatre in London’s West End. Darcy done to Holly Keith and Connie Shah Richardson has competed for Wales in for volunteering as coaches for children numerous trampolining competitions and aged 5-9 at Windsor Tennis Club. Pau- she was also a valued and talented player la Williams is working towards the in the South Wales Girls’ Football tourna- Vale horseriding Show. Toby Dyer ment. Renee Eshel has won an NDP plays for Sully Football club and re- Trampolining competition. Da iawn! 11L cently beat Cogan 2-1. Matthew Frost is clearly a very talented group. passed his grade 7 cornet exam. Taiya Jones came 1st in the Welsh Under 17s

“da iawn!” Year 12 Miss Sterlini & Mr Watkins The vast majority of Year 11 students made Half Marathon, raising money for Cancer Re- the decision to stay at Stanwell and enthusi- search. astically returned in September to embark on the next stage of their education. With most studying three A-levels plus the Welsh Bac- calaureate, they really have made a step up at what is a crucial time. As well as hitting the ground running academically, students have also been very active extra-curricularly. Emily Alford and Oliver El-Jawhari were elected to consider the views of their year group and represent them on the School Council. In sport, Niamh Sweeney gained her level 1 tennis coaching course and Liam Carter completed a refereeing course at Cardiff City Stadium. Alex Whitfield took Volunteering with local charities and commu- part in the World Youth Sailing Champion- nity groups also plays an important part extra- ships in the Laser Radial class in Dun curricularly with Ben Jones volunteering at laoghaire, Ireland in July and Emma Squire, Marie Curie and Alexandra Slack with the after dedicated training, competed in the Wales Ambulance Service. Jack Lee recently British Karate Championships in Sheffield. completed a year’s volunteering at Oxfam Congratulations go to Jason Grice, Poppy Boutique in Cardiff. Menna Bafaqih, Pinkerton and Kabir Knupp who have Kathryn Morgan and Alexandra Ruge- become qualified lifeguards after successful- Hayes have been supporting younger pu- ly completing the NPLQ. Jason has also pils at local primary schools and continuing the community theme, Alex Milner helped to competed for Wales in lifeguarding competi- raise £1400 for the charities MIND and Scoli- tions. He is the Welsh U16 beach lifeguard- osis and Madeline Morrison helped out at ing champion in Swim, Ski and Ocean Man. Ty Dewi, working with children with disa- Dan Anderton, Joe Scrivens and Tommy bilities. Jacob Mills and Rhys Wookey have Friel were members of the Sully U16 been assisting in the running of Scouts and team, winning the Vale Football league; alt- Beavers as Young Leaders whilst Robert hough Jac Cooke is keen to point out that he Brown teaches a Sunday school class at scored the winning goal when his team, Di- Trinity Church, Penarth. Other volunteers in nas Powys, played Sully! Matteo Hassan has the form include, Alex Hodges who helps at a also represented Dinas Powys. Continuing computer club in Llantwit Major, Gabby with sport, Richard Lee represented Wales Summers who supports the leaders at under 17s in the 100m and Lauren Birch- Guides in Barry and Carmela Hermogeno, Hurst won the 'Best Female Athlete' who coaches Penarth Bears basketball team award in the school’s 2016 Sports Awards. and Stanwell Years 7 and 8. Well done to Clodagh McKechnie, Ffion Blunsdon and Furthermore, Tobias Friedl, Tom Collins Sophie Chapman who helped organise and and Dan Holman have been crowned five-a- run the Remembrance Day Service at All side division 1 champions, Thaine Baker has Saints Church. In addition to the volunteer- played rugby for Dinas Powys and Elinor ing, Iman Haq hosted a coffee morning to Sexton bravely completed the Cardiff raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. “hitting the ground running academically,” Year 12 Miss Sterlini & Mr Watkins In music and performing arts, Lauren Mair, formed at several weddings. The Duke of Kris Black and Tomas McSorley performed Edindurgh’s Award scheme has also featured to much acclaim in the school’s senior musical with Emily Bull achieving bronze and An- ‘West Side Story.’ Sophie Page appeared in drew Salter gaining silver. Kieron Gimber received the KS4 Physics award. the chorus and also sings to the elderly in re- Abigail Dave is keeping herself very busy tirement homes with her choir. Kitty Dunning and Eli Jennings were part of the stage crew for the production. Elspeth Robertson suc- cessfully auditioned for the Orbit theatre pro- duction of ‘A Christmas Carol’. Oliver Bart- lett achieved Grade 8 (Distinction) in Musi-

helping at Brownies and the RSPCA. She is also part of the ‘Rights ambassadors’ pro- gramme and has just organised an event called ‘Super ambassadors’. Abigail is also a member of Penarth Youth Action and Vale Youth Forum. Kate and Samantha Gibson became Ambassadors and have enjoyed working in their community - Kate teaches an art class and Samantha runs a gardening club cal Theatre and was also a member of the first in a local primary school. Isabelle Hodgson, Rebecca Davies, Lowena Diment, Amy British stage school to perform in Disneyland, Webber and Lauryn Perkins have also be- Florida. come UNCRC rights ambassadors. Camille Danielsen passed her grade 8 flute Some of the more unusual achievements in- exam, Emily Bull passed her grade 3 piano clude Darwin Alford passing her Chinese exam and Cora Squire has just started learning YCT test level 2 and Alan Reji successfully piano. In addition, Juliette Cavaye achieved completing 10 flights with the Air cadets. So her grade 6 violin. Elysia Hickery passed her after a busy start to the year we would like to grade 5 music theory and performed in the or- take this opportunity to wish all Year 12 stu- chestra for West Side Story. Ali Amar contin- dents a restful Christmas and a happy new ues to develop his guitar playing and has per-

“part of the‘Rights ambassadors’ programme” Blwyddyn 13 Mrs A Mansfield and Mr Gershenson As always, Year 13 students have been spend- aging the pupils to wear the poppy with pride. ing time during the Autumn term planning for These efforts were rewarded with much success life after Stanwell. The majority of our stu- as the money raised was in excess of £150 more dents are in the process of applying to UCAS; than last year’s appeal. Bryony Aird, Ieuan 139 students have applied thus far. 21 students Hicks, Lucy Richards and Elynne Steed also have applied to Oxbridge this academic year accompanied Mr Penny of the History depart- and we are proud of the fact that 11 have been ment on the Remembrance Sunday march in invited to interview. We wish all applicants Penarth and laid a wreath on behalf of the every success and hope that they will receive school. offers from the universities of their choice. In order to prepare for the rigorous UCAS pro- cess, several experts have been supporting and Bryony Aird, Ieuan Hicks, Lucy Richards and advising the students. A representative of Bris- Elynne Steed, our top poppy sellers tol University gave a presentation on what the university looks for in an effective personal statement whilst a representative of Cardiff University discussed interview techniques with the year group. Many knowledgeable lo- cal individuals were kind enough to give their time in order to conduct mock interviews with those students who felt that the practice would be beneficial and, for this, we are very grate- ful. It was particularly pleasing to see former student Mark Monaghan amongst these. Those students who believe that they would like to follow another path after the summer examinations have also been well catered for. A representative from Project Trust gave a We very much look forward to the film being presentation on gap year opportunities and produced by Joel Cockerill-Evans, Rhiannon Welsh Baccalaureate lessons have allowed the Davies and Jessica Williams. These talented students the chance to write effective CVs and students are working on a short film on anti- employment application letters. homophobia and anti-transphobia for the Iris Internal examinations were sat by the students Prize Mini Film Festival. prior to the Christmas break. This gives both Many Year 13 students took part in this year’s staff and students a real indication of how they senior production of West Side Story. Their are progressing at A2 and meaningful and spe- contribution ranges from being a member of the cific feedback can be given in order to set tar- cast or the orchestra to playing a crucial role in gets for the last stretch of their sixth form edu- the work of the stage crew. Our very own Anto- cation. nio Clarke (Anita), Charlotte Hardy (Maria), Whilst students are focusing on getting the Paul Monaghan (Snowboy), Ebony Rees best possible grades, there has also been time (Consuela) and Erin Summerhayes (Rosalia), all for other aspects of school life. Year 13 stu- secured lead roles in this demanding musical dents led Stanwell’s Poppy Appeal this year. and delighted the sell-out audiences with their Representatives of the prefect team visited as- stellar performances. We would like to take this semblies throughout the weeks leading up to opportunity to wish all Year 13 students a very Remembrance Sunday giving presentations on merry Christmas and a happy new year. this year’s British Legion appeal and encour-

“a real indication of how they are progressing” Blwyddyn 13 Mrs A Mansfield and Mr Gershenson BO1 Paul Monaghan has passed the singing during the Year 7 team building visit to Llan- grade 8 examination and has also performed grannog. Hannah is also a key member of the with the choir Only Boys Aloud in a concert school’s Eco Committee. Well done to Su- celebrating the works of Roald Dahl in St Da- maiya Anwar who has been awarded a certif- vid’s Hall and for the royal opening of the icate in retail by the British Red Cross for her Senedd. services to the British Red Cross and to Owen BO2 Well done to Seren Marsh who is part Lloyd who has been chosen to play for Car- of the senior girls’ tennis team which recently diff RFC. won the first round of a national tennis tourna- BO6 Both Matthew Dawson and Linda Saji ment. have been volunteering at Ty Gwyn care home, BO3 Good luck to Nathan Frost who has a Penarth. Linda has also been volunteering at trial to play rugby for the Cardiff Blues and the Marie Curie hospice and has been putting well done to Bryony Aird who has recently her extensive mathematical skills to good use passed grade 8 on the piano. by tutoring younger pupils. Good luck also to BO4 Well done to Emily Glaze who has Harry Williams who has a trial to play rugby been volunteering for the British Red Cross for Cardiff Blues. Sam Wiltshire has been stud- and to Megan Jones who has been volunteer- ying AS Photography at night school and well ing as a Duke of Edinburgh young leader, par- done to Amy Walsh who has passed grade 7 in ticipating in the Royal Remembrance Service Musical Theatre (LAMDA). on Remembrance Sunday. BO7 Elizabeth Ingram has been chosen as the principal Violaist in the NSGSO and has sang with the NYCW whilst Lucy Sibert has Megan Jones, the Duke of Edinburgh young passed the intermediate exam in Tap Dancing leader. with merit. Well done also to Rhys Jones who has been chosen to captain the school’s senior rugby team. BO8 Well done to Grace Samuel who is part of the senior girls’ tennis team which recently won the first round of a national tennis tourna- ment and good luck to Joshua James who has a trial to play rugby for the Cardiff Blues. BO9 Well done to Rebecca Humpage who has been chosen to play for Penarth Ladies’ hockey team and to Bethan Lock who has busy filming for several television shows which in- A big thank you to Ethan Inker who has been clude Casualty, Doctor Who, The White Prin- supporting the Media Studies department in cess and Crossing the Border. Lily-May Wil- helping to run the after school KS3 club and liams has been working towards the Duke of good luck to Lucy Richards who is awaiting Edinburgh gold award and Francesca Le the results of the grade 4 ballet exam that she Guilcher has been busy fundraising for Ma- recently sat. Megan and Lucy have also been rie Curie by running the Cardiff half marathon working towards the Duke of Edinburgh Gold and running cake sales. Award. B10 Good luck to Logan Nicol who is cur- BO5 Tom Collins, Francine Couzens, Sam- rently representing Wales in the European jun- uel Lawrence and Jacob Troth are also all ior Surfing championships in Morocco. working towards the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award whilst Hannah Phillips supported staff “Wishing you all a very merry Christmas”

100 PER CENT ATTENDANCE: SEPTEMBER 2016 – DECEMBER 2016

The School’s annual attendance target figure for 2016‐17 is 96%

Congratulations to the following pupils who have attended school every day since September. Research continues to show that pupils’ attainment grades are directly linked to their attendance rates and that explained/authorised absence is comparable in its effects on attainment with unexplained absence.

YEAR 7

Allen, Jacob 7A Clarke, Oliver 7L Mae Archampong, Maya 7M Crandon, Carys 7M Jones, Owen 7K Ashworth, Sian 7O Creeden, Isabelle 7O Jones, Sophie 7E Asprou, Amalia 7M Crick, Gabrielle 7W Keogh, Tom 7O Atkinson, Grace 7R Cummins, Eloise 7X Kidby, Sophie 7T Baker, Tomos 7E Davies, Izzy 7L Kilshaw, Liliana 7A Ball, Megan 7E Davies, Phoebe 7E Knapper, Huw 7T Barden, Rhys 7M Edmunds, Isabelle 7W Lewis, Kieran 7X Baynham, Katy 7R Edward, Isabella 7R Lindfield, Nora 7R Beere, Megan 7K Evans, Luke 7O Luceau, Candice 7O Beesley, Ryan 7E Fagir, Ali 7L Mayo, Alfie 7T Bennett, Madeline 7A Friedman, Lola 7X McLellan-Morgan, Ruben 7A Blackburn, Sian 7A Gardner, Lucie 7K Millar, Sophia 7T Blake, Lois 7A Gibbs, Mia 7O Minchin, Billie 7T Bowman, Caitlin 7K Goodwin, Ella-Mae 7O Morris, Louis 7K Bradley Glinister, Mottram, Rhys 7A 7X Greenhough, Ffion 7W Alexander Harris, Ieuan 7R Mulenga, Faith 7A Brown, Kamoi 7K Harris, Jessica 7K Murphy, Alex 7R Cannan, Eloise 7E Harvey, Sam 7X Newman, Ethan 7L Carter, Marcus 7O Hennessy, Joel 7L Nourish, Thomas 7M Chambers, Tegan 7W Hobrough, Xantia 7M O'Rourke, Edward 7E Chan, Yee Tian 7L Hutchings, Ben 7L Osman, Ayah 7O Chapman, Luke 7W James, Chloe 7K Owens, Austin 7K Clarke, Kierra 7M Jennings-Slater, Gracie- 7L Pacolli, Leonita 7L

Pepper, Chloe 7T Smith, Evelyn 7W Webber, Daniel 7A Pickup, Bethan 7O Spear, Ethan 7W Whittaker, Thomas 7L Picton, Kitty 7O Spencer, Henry 7W Williams, Ffion 7M Popham, Thomas 7E Stechman, George 7W Williams, Libby 7K Powell, Samuel 7E Stechman, James 7W Williams, Louie 7K Price, Samuel 7R Stephens, Jacob 7R Willis, Iestyn 7A Price Turcaz, Bethan 7M Street, Isabella 7T Rapley, Charlotte 7X Sullivan, Leo 7A Richards, Kelis 7L Summerhayes, Edie 7T Roberts, Leo 7R Sutcliffe-Hill, Ella 7O Robinson, Gina 7A Thomas, Bethan 7A Robinson, Isaac 7X Waite, Harrison 7A Russell, Charlie 7K Walker, Calum 7M Savill, Katie 7T Walters, Robyn 7A Scott, Joshua 7L Ware, Molly 7T Shaw, Jake 7T Watkins, Evan 7M

YEAR 8

Bagshaw, Phoebe-Mai 8R Hughes, Cooper 8T Priestley-Bell, Dylan 8K Baker, Aston 8E Hughes, Gruffydd 8W Pritchard, Benjamin 8L Baker, Chiara 8K Jeffreys, Eve 8X Pryde, Gabriel 8T Barry, Ethan 8M Johnson, Freddie 8R Ross, Ffion 8O Batt, Molly 8L Jones, Charlie 8L Scott-Lawson, Henry 8T Bird, George 8W Jones, Evan 8E Shah, Holly 8K Boyland, Mitch 8M Kanias, Lucy 8W Smith, Amelia 8T Bryant, Joseph 8X Keith, Louis 8T Smith, Zoe 8O Chandler, Max 8X Kneale, Ethan 8O Smithson, Simon 8W Clark, Felix 8O Kulamannage, Timothy 8R Stout, Rhys 8O Clarke, Jensen 8W Lawrence, Daisy 8A Sullivan, Cai 8A Coffey, Alexander 8O Leitch, Megan 8M Tang, Hiu Ling 8K Cornelius, Zoe 8A Lewis-Gray, Joshua 8R Terao-Rich, Seymour 8L Cross, Elis 8R Lin, Oscar 8W Thomas, Luc 8T Cullen, Ross 8R Martin, Will 8E Thompson, Elin 8L Davies, Ella 8W Milner, Ethan 8L Trivett, Taite 8L Davies, Ifan 8A Moreno, Eliana 8R Warlow, Elena 8O Davies, Morgan 8A Morgan, Jacob 8L Weir, Helen 8E Denton, Amy 8O Mulcahy, Benjamin 8X Westmoreland, Caitlin 8T Donlan, Evan 8E Munro-Morris, Beth 8T Williams, Katie 8O Evans, Erin 8A Noormohamed, Aaron 8K Williams, Rebekah 8R Ferguson, Tania 8R Norton, Esme 8L Fifield, Ryan 8T Parker, Sasha 8E Francis-Oaten, Lily 8R Percy, Mya 8L Garvey, Eleanor 8A Perez, Francesca 8W Griffiths, Anna 8A Perra- Carta, Nora 8M Guo, Kevin 8O Perry, Ben 8O Gush, Joseph 8W Pesticcio-Croll, Eloise 8R Hedgecoe, Davis 8T Poddar, Max 8A Hicks, Reuben 8T Powell, Jessica 8K Hu, Trinity 8X Power, Claire 8K

YEAR 9

Abramovich, Yoav 9T Evans, Sadie 9K Odgers, William 9O Awed, Jamal 9K Finch, Curtis 9O Petersen, Jack 9L Barrington, Grace 9L Groves, Lucas 9X Pringle, Matthew 9O Bertini, Rosa 9A Harvey, James 9X Radford, Ella 9X Bickel, Emily 9O Hawkins, Alexandra 9L Rees, Jack 9E Bigsby, Stefan 9R Henry, Sally 9E Reypert, Emily 9W Blackburn, Ashlin 9L Hocking, Evan 9L Rogan, Anton 9W Bowman, Jacob 9A Hughes, Felix 9L Sale, Ben 9R Bradley Glinister, Max 9E Hussain, Mahanoor 9M Selman, Ellis 9W Carolan, Ellen 9T Iredale, Alexandra 9L Shore, Daniel 9O Chapman, Toby 9R Jackson-Newman, Paris 9W Slatter, Joshua 9K Clarke, Lloyd 9T Jemmett, Myah 9T Smith, Charlie 9L Collinson, Jamie 9R Jones, Tara 9T Thomas, Madlen 9W Crandon, Marisa 9T Jowett, Charlie 9E Thomas, Sophie 9R Crimp, Steffan 9K Keane, David 9A Tomalin-Reeves, Eva 9L Dean, Raya 9W Kells, Marie 9W Tyso, Devon 9E Dobson, Sam 9M Khan, Hashaam 9O Utting, Kieran 9W Donovan, Benjamin 9R Lau, Tin Yiu 9L Utting, Rebecca 9E Drake, Megan 9L Lee, Tia 9E Webber, Megan 9A Duffy, Joseph 9X Lewis, Alex 9R Welsh, Charlotte 9O Durham, Lily 9X Lloyd-Williams, Morgan 9E Young, James 9K Edgell, Naomi 9T McGuigan, Morgan 9E Edwards, Charles 9E McKillen, Seren 9K Evans, Oliver 9E

YEAR 10

Adams, Jacob 10W Howard, Gabriel 10T Price, Alys 10O Allen, Ryan 10T James, Morgan 10R Pritchard, Jack 10M Alstead, Jessica 10L Johnson, Nicholas 10A Proctor, Megan 10A Baker, Max 10K Jones, Dylan 10L Randall, Jacob 10L Banks, Arianne 10L Jones, Elinor 10W Rees, Aled 10X Banks, Enyala 10L Jones, Reuben 10M Rees, Olivia 10W Brock, Reuben 10M Kampas, Zeus 10T Simpson, Jack 10R Castillo, Reinel 10A Kir, Enes 10O Skinner, Rory 10E Chambers, Lowri 10X Kneale, Samuel 10X Stevens, Finley 10R Cole, Eleanor 10R Lee, Grace 10O Stockley-Jones, Jack 10M Croll, Natasha 10M Lee, Thomas 10O Sully, Pia 10R Cross, Calan 10X Lemmer, John 10A Thomas, Carys 10K Cummins, Amelia 10A Lewis, James 10K Thomas, Lloyd 10R Enticott, Olivia 10K Lieu, Jessie 10R Thompson, Joseff 10W Ferguson, Connor 10A Macleod, Laura 10A Trivett, Dex 10A Fisher, Kayleigh 10R Matthews, Katy 10R Walker, Natasha 10L Garrard, Chloe 10E McCulloch, Ffion 10M Walters, Kian 10T George, Matthew 10A Mulcahy, Ethan 10W Weir, Adam 10T Griffiths, Emily 10W Munro-Morris, Dan 10X Whittaker, Sophie 10W Harvey, Megan 10M O'Grady, Natasha 10O Wood, India 10T Holman, Anthony 10L Perry, Liam 10W Yousef, Zoya 10W Horrocks, Jody 10K Power, Neil 10O

YEAR 11

Abramovich, Nimrod 11W Finch, Jake 11X Monaghan, Mila 11M Allen, Felicity 11T Fordjour, Kab 11W Nicoll, Katie 11M Bale, Sophie 11R Grafton, Patrick 11E Poole, Kelli 11O Beacall, Grace 11A Griffiths, Eleanor-Rose 11R Shah, Connie 11R Beeslee, Kate 11K Hawkins, Elinor 11X Speake, Arron 11R Blenkinsop, Nancy 11O Hickman, Cyril 11X Te Water Naude, Andrew 11E Brewster, Sophie 11W Howes, Erin 11O Tsoi, Nicky 11O Brown, Amoy 11L Jenkins, Joseph 11M Warlow, Luke 11T Davies, Elliot 11R John, Aled 11W Woolmer, Rhys 11W Dawson, James 11M Lam, Harry 11L Wright, Samuel 11O Eshel, Renee 11L McKee, Dylan 11L Evans, Ben 11W Mohamed, Saleh 11W

Take 3 Mrs P Williams

Would you like support to We would be looking to meet with par- ents individually on the 5th January to help you with the changing complete a questionnaire and to pro- role of parenthood? vide further information about the course and answer any questions you

may have. If you feel you would benefit from some guidance in managing the challenges of If you are interested in attending this understanding the needs of your child, course or have any questions, please you might be interested in coming along do not hesitate to contact Mrs P Wil- to the Take 3 parenting course, with Mrs liams at Stanwell School Williams (ALNCo) and Mrs Kate Welsh (Schools Transition Officer) which will be held at Stanwell School. ‘I honestly can’t think of a better in- The sessions will be held weekly on vestment in your family’s happiness Thursdays at 1pm until 3pm. and well-being. Not preachy just If you have any queries please contact: friendly words, reassurance and lots of light-bulb moments.’ Mrs B. Mrs Williams [email protected] 02920 707633 ‘It’s a fantastic course’ Mrs H or

Mrs Welsh: ‘I feel very fortunate to have had the op- [email protected] portunity to attend the Take 3 course. 07872048676. We have shared the joys and also the

challenges of parenting in a safe and

Following the success of the take 3 par- friendly environment. We have learnt enting programme, which has been taking some excellent tools to improve our com- place at Stanwell School during the Au- munication with our children allowing tumn term, we are pleased to offer a fur- us to get the best from them, reduce con- ther course which will be running from frontation and improve our daily inter- January 2017. This course will run each week between 1pm and 3pm on Thurs- actions. days starting 12th January. I am very glad I took part!’

Thank you Kate and Pat

“managing the challenges”

Learning to Excel

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