We are delighted to celebrate a fantastic achievement for attendance at Etone. We have recently received two awards from FFT recognising Etone as one of the top-performing comparable schools for attendance — one for the Summer Term and another for the whole of the last academic year for 2025-2026.

These awards are a wonderful reflection of the commitment shown by our students, families and staff. Good attendance is about more than simply being in school; it is about having the resilience to keep going, even when things are challenging, and the determination to make the most of every opportunity to learn, grow and succeed.

It also reflects our shared value of integrity. By attending school regularly, being ready to learn and taking responsibility for our education, our students demonstrate that they understand the importance of making positive choices and following through on their commitments.

We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful to our families and staff for the part they play in supporting strong attendance. These awards are something for the whole Etone community to celebrate and are a reminder that every day matters.

Next week we are celebrating the World Mental Health Day. An opportunity to consider the top tips to support your wellbeing and take part in the many activities. Check out what we have on offer: 

We are pleased to announce that a number of our students successfully completed the Etone Summer Challenge over the summer break.

Students who took part challenged themselves to complete a range of tasks across Maths, English, Reading and Humanities. We are incredibly proud of all the students who stepped up to the challenge, demonstrated commitment and determination, and continued their learning throughout the summer.

In recognition of their hard work and achievement, students have been awarded a Bronze, Silver or Gold certificate, depending on the number of tasks they successfully completed.

As well as their certificates, students are also being rewarded with House Points and Values Points in recognition of their effort, resilience and commitment.

A huge well done to everyone who took part in the Etone Summer Challenge. We are extremely proud of your achievements and hope that you continue to embrace challenges and strive for excellence throughout the year!

Our Year 10 netballers took part in their latest league matches on Tuesday after school, with two Etone teams representing the school.

The Etone A team enjoyed an excellent evening, winning both of their matches. They started with a hard-fought 12–8 victory against STM, before putting in a fantastic defensive performance to beat Hartshill 10–0.

The Etone B team also secured an impressive win, narrowly beating TNA 6–5 in a closely contested match. They then faced STM and, despite a great effort from the team, were beaten in their second fixture.

Well done to all of our Year 10 netballers for their commitment, teamwork and positive attitude throughout the evening. A fantastic effort from both teams! 🏐👏

Etone College is incredibly proud to celebrate the achievements of Izzie, who has become a European Champion after representing Great Britain at the 2026 IFAF European Youth Flag Football Championships in Italy.

Isabella was selected as part of the Great Britain U17 Girls Flag Football team, representing her country at the championships in September. Wearing number 10 and competing alongside some of the best young flag football players from across Europe, Izzie helped Great Britain complete an unbeaten tournament on their way to being crowned European Champions.

After victories against Finland, Germany and Austria during the group stages, Great Britain secured a thrilling 19–18 semi-final victory against Spain. They then produced an outstanding performance in the final, defeating Germany 33–7 to claim the European title.

It is a fantastic achievement for Izzie and one that the whole Etone community is extremely proud of.

At Etone, we place a strong emphasis on developing the skills and qualities that allow our pupils to thrive both within and beyond the classroom. Izzie’s success demonstrates these qualities at the very highest level. Representing Great Britain requires enormous resilience and problem solving, responding to the challenges and pressure of international competition. It also demands exceptional communication and teamwork, working together as a squad towards a shared goal.

Alongside this, Izzie has demonstrated the organisation and initiative required to balance the demands of training, competition and her education. Her commitment to developing her talents provides a fantastic example of the importance of determination, hard work and taking opportunities when they arise.

Izzie also represents the Nuneaton Jaguars, making the achievement particularly special for our local community. She was one of four Jaguars players selected for the Great Britain U17 Girls squad, highlighting the strength of flag football within Nuneaton.

With flag football set to make its Olympic debut at Los Angeles 2028, it is an incredibly exciting time for the sport and for young athletes such as Izzie.

Izzie’s achievement perfectly reflects our ambition for pupils to Participate in Quality, Belong to Community and Thrive in Education. From representing her local club to pulling on a Great Britain jersey and ultimately becoming a European Champion, she has shown just what can be achieved through commitment, teamwork and resilience.

Congratulations Izzie – everyone at Etone College is incredibly proud of you!

It was great to have 219 Sports in this week to talk to our FA Academy about potential progression routes post 18. 219 are a consultancy service who represent a select number of high-level student-athletes each year, ensuring every individual receives the attention, strategy, and placement they deserve. This focused approach consistently results in exceptional offers and long-term success for our athletes. This being shown as last year Academy Graduate Callum followed this pathway and is now studying and playing in California.

219 Specialise in college soccer placement, they have successfully placed hundreds of athletes in over 30 states, working with talent from the UK, Europe, and the U.S. Our process is precise, personal, and powered by a vast network of college programs at every level and it’s great to have them working with us here at Etone College.

The first talk this week was around how the 219 self-paced online course is designed to help student-athletes aged 16-19 to navigate the recruitment process with confidence. Through structured training modules, video classes, and expert guidance, players and their families learn exactly what US college coaches look for — from building a standout highlight reel to understanding scholarship offers and eligibility requirements. We are looking forward to seeing the next FA graduates follow this exciting route.

On Friday 2^nd October, four Etone delegates attended the first meeting of the 2026-27 Nuneaton Youth Parliament, hosted by Nuneaton's MP, Jodie Gosling, at the Town Hall. The meeting began with a discussion regarding one thing that delegates liked about Nuneaton, and one thing they would like to improve. Following this, delegates established the five main areas of focus for portfolios for future meetings - Mental Health, Leisure & Environment, Careers & Volunteering, AI & Technology, and Education, with an additional focus on community safety throughout. The delegates then elected a Youth Parliament Chair, Vice-Chair, and portfolio holders for the five focus areas. There were lots of good ideas shared by the delegates, which will help to form the basis of future NYP meetings. We look forward to attending these meetings for the 2026-27 academic year. 

On Thursday, International Poetry Day, Years 9, 10, and 11 were treated to performances by poet, Damani Dennisur. This is the third year that he has returned to Etone and he continues to impress. 

His epic poem entitled ‘Tra La La La. Boom’ enthralled Etone pupils who engaged and participated in the performance fully. We can’t wait to see it on Netflix in 2028!