We are incredibly proud of Prisha and Vinish for their completion of Year 1 of the Academic Attainment Programme with Lucy Cavendish College in the University of Cambridge. The college have congratulated them on this fantastic achievement, and stated "It’s been a genuine privilege to work with such a talented, dedicated and hard-working group of students and we hope they have enjoyed participating in this year of the AAP as much as we have enjoyed running it. They’ve all been a real credit to their schools.

We have been particularly impressed by the work the students have put into their Supracurricular Exploration Project posters, which they have recently completed. These posters were of excellent quality, and it was abundantly clear that students had researched and crafted them in detail. The posters were presented with great confidence and maturity in the Presentation Sessions we held over the past weeks. The sessions were attended by members of both the Lucy Cavendish College and wider University of Cambridge academic community, all of whom commented on how inspiring and insightful they found the students’ projects."  

Well done - in particular - to Vinish whose poster was chosen as a 'featured poster' in the online gallery.

15^th September marks International Day of Democracy. Pupils will be learning about the importance of democracy and their democratic rights through assembly and form time during this week. They will also be practising democracy in action by voting for their School Council representatives.  Students will have lots of opportunities throughout the year to take part in democratic actions through visits from our local MP, voting for student leaders as well as contributing to school life through regular pupil voice.

At Etone College, we know that education works best when schools and families work together. That's why we're delighted to share our 2026/27 Parent & Carer Workshop Programme—a series of free sessions designed to support you at every stage of your child's journey through secondary school.

Throughout the year, we'll be covering a wide range of topics to help you feel informed, confident and connected. Whether it's supporting your child with revision, understanding homework, navigating UCAS applications, promoting wellbeing or learning more about digital safety and artificial intelligence, there's something for every family.

Our workshops are designed to:

• Support your child's academic success.
• Provide practical advice you can use at home.
• Help you understand key stages in your child's education.
• Strengthen the partnership between home and school.
• Give you opportunities to ask questions and meet members of our staff.

Whether your child is just beginning their journey at Etone or preparing for life beyond Year 13, these workshops are a great opportunity to gain valuable insight and practical strategies that can make a real difference.

We encourage all parents, carers and supporters to take a look at the programme and make a note of the sessions that interest you. We look forward to welcoming you throughout the year as we continue working together to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive.

Together, we can continue making progress for all.

Personal Development runs through all elements of school life and encompasses so many key elements of school life that ensure we develop our learners as confident and resilient, ready for their next steps. Our PD umbrella shows all of these elements and how they all contribute to the personal development of your child during their time with us at Etone College.

Etone College finished the academic year on a high with our Final Day House Celebration Progress Praise Assemblies, where pupils from Centaur, Dragon, Griffin and Phoenix came together to celebrate another fantastic year of achievement with their House team along with Mr Evers and Mr Astall.

Throughout each assembly, pupils were recognised for their outstanding progress, attainment, attendance, behaviour, service to their House, and the employability skills they have demonstrated throughout the year. These awards reflected the many ways our pupils have embodied the Etone Values, showing commitment, resilience and pride in everything they do.

Special recognition was also given to pupils who took part in our recent Etone Baking Competition, showcasing their creativity and talent, as well as those who completed the incredible challenge of climbing Snowdon in support of OddBalls Foundation, raising an amazing £5,000 for charity. Their dedication and community spirit are an inspiration to us all.

Hundreds of certificates were presented across the four Houses, celebrating the hard work and achievements of pupils from every year group. To round off the celebrations, over £300 worth of vouchers were drawn and presented to some of our lucky winners, creating an exciting end to the school year.

These celebrations reflect Etone College's unwavering commitment to recognising and rewarding pupils who consistently demonstrate our values all day, every day. We are incredibly proud of everything our pupils have achieved this year and look forward to celebrating even more success in the year ahead.

Congratulations to everyone who received an award and thank you for making this another memorable year at Etone College.

Our Stockholm Turing trip was an exciting and memorable experience for our year 8 student from all Matrix secondary schools, giving pupils the opportunity to explore a new city, develop their independence, and experience Swedish culture firsthand. 

The trip began with travel from their school to Heathrow Airport before flying to Stockholm and getting settled in their rooms before heading to dinner. Pupils enjoyed buffet style dinner and together getting to know each other across the different schools. 

Throughout the week, pupils visited many of Stockholm's famous attractions. They explored the Paradox Museum, took part in an interactive Scavenger Hunt through the historic streets of Gamla Stan (Old Town), visited the Avicii Experience, and discovered fascinating exhibits at the Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology. They also enjoyed a visit to Djurgården, where groups explored the Police Museum and Sports Museum. They explored the famous group of ABBA though their museum and also spend the day at Skansen, experiencing Swedish history, culture, and wildlife. 

One of the highlights of the trip was spending time in Stockholm's vibrant city centre. Pupils walked many miles throughout the week, exploring different districts, parks, shopping areas, landmarks and food choices. This gave them a real appreciation of the city while encouraging resilience and independence. A key achievement for many pupils was confidently using Stockholm's excellent public transport network. They quickly became familiar with travelling on the Metro (Tunnelbana), buses and trams learning how to navigate the city safely and efficiently. For many pupils, this was also their first experience travelling on a public boat, with ferry journeys providing a unique way to see Stockholm's beautiful islands and waterfront. 

Alongside the educational visits, pupils enjoyed eating out together, park evenings, shopping, games at the hostel, and time to socialise with new friends made on the trip. They represented Matrix Academy Trust exceptionally well throughout the trip, showing respect, maturity, and enthusiasm at every venue visited, which many commenting on how well behaved and polite our pupils were. 

Pupils returned with wonderful memories, increased confidence, new friendships, and a greater appreciation of another culture. The trip was a fantastic success and provided experiences that many pupils will remember for years to come. 

Continuing to celebrate another fantastic year of achievement, hundreds of Etone College pupils enjoyed our final two end-of-year rewards trips to Cliff Lakes and Alton Towers, following on from earlier theme park trips over the last fortnight.

These exciting experiences recognised pupils in Years 7–10 who consistently demonstrated excellent attendance, positive behaviour and our Etone Values throughout the qualification period and, for many, across the entire academic year.

Pupils in Years 7–10 had an action-packed afternoon at Cliff Lakes, taking part in a range of exciting water-based activities that challenged them to work together, show resilience and encourage one another. Meanwhile, pupils from Years 8 and 9 enjoyed a thrilling day at Alton Towers, making the most of the rides and attractions while representing the school with exceptional maturity and respect.

Throughout both trips, our pupils were outstanding ambassadors for Etone College. Their positive attitudes, excellent behaviour and consideration for others were recognised by members of the public and venue staff alike, reflecting the high standards we expect and the values we are proud to promote.

These reward trips are an important opportunity to celebrate the commitment shown by our pupils throughout the year. Excellent attendance and positive behaviour not only support academic success, but also contribute to our commitment to rewarding pupils and giving them fantastic opportunities beyond the curriculum.  

A huge thank you goes to all of the staff who gave their time to support the visits, ensuring that pupils had memorable, enjoyable and safe experiences.

Congratulations to every pupil who earned their place on this year's reward trips. We look forward to celebrating even more success and recognising the achievements of our pupils throughout the next academic year.

The evening of Wednesday 15th July saw the most important completion of the year - the return of the Etone College Talent Show, of course! Would Griffin hold on to their title? We were on the edge of our seats with a panel of esteemed judges, including Mrs Price, Mrs Whitmore and Mr Pugh from the North Warwickshire music service. We were entertained by the many and varied talents of the Etone College students as well as our orchestra, choir and the drama group who performed their original piece ‘Hope’. 

After a jam packed evening of music, dance and drama, we saw a joint third place with Tymon on the violin and Aniela singing, a second place earned by Ryan performing Mozart on the piano and a well earned first place to Eleanor who sang a piece from Les Miserables. Dragon now holds the title for the next year and what an exciting year we have ahead of us! Enjoy your summer holiday, Etone! 

All photos by Natasha W in year 11.