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Sixth Form Mental Health Pop-Up Stand – Supporting Wellbeing Together

We are pleased to share that in our 6th form we recently hosted a Mental Health Pop-Up Stand during break time, creating a welcoming and supportive space for students to pause, reflect and access helpful wellbeing resources. The aim of the pop-up was to promote positive mental health, encourage open conversations, and provide practical strategies that students can use in their everyday lives.

What the stand included:

  • Wellbeing Information:
    Students were able to access guidance and tips on maintaining positive mental health, managing stress, improving sleep, and building healthy coping strategies.
    Members of staff shared personal insights in the booklets that were given out into what they do to support their own mental health and wellbeing. These quotes were displayed to show students that everyone including adults actively works on maintaining their mental health. 


Students were offered a range of supportive materials to take home, including:

  • Resources focused on men’s mental health, encouraging open discussion and reducing stigma.
  • “Pink to Think” materials exploring body image, self-esteem and healthy self-perception.
  • Information linked to International Women’s Day, celebrating empowerment, equality and resilience.
  • Positive affirmation  prompts to encourage self-belief, confidence and a growth mindset.

The stand provided a calm and approachable environment where students could browse independently, ask questions, or simply take away materials that resonated with them.

We remain committed to promoting a culture where mental health is openly discussed, wellbeing is prioritised, and students feel supported both in school and beyond. We encourage parents and carers to continue these important conversations at home.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us foster a positive, inclusive and mentally healthy school community.

Sixth Form - 03/04/2026
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Etone College Wellbeing: Warhammer

On Thursday 26th February 2026, a small fellowship of Etone College staff went on a journey to the Nuneaton Warhammer store.  What awaited them, was worth the wait.

At Etone College, we have encouraged a number of extra-curricular activities for the staff to take part in to support their wellbeing; one such activity is painting Warhammer miniatures.

Mr McKenna led a small group of staff; Mr Gittens, Miss Smedley, Miss Newcombe and Miss Gorton to the smallest Warhammer store in the country, located in Nuneaton, and introduced them to the hobby of Warhammer.  The store manager James led the session for an hour and a half, providing each member of staff with an Infernus Space Marine and giving them free rein on a colour scheme, answering questions, providing guidance/words of wisdom and paints throughout the session.  The looks of joy as new paint colours were provided was one of many highlights.  Each member of staff took inspiration from very different places; some from popular franchises, others from television series and some from their own imagination.

By the end of the session, which seemed to go by quickly, Miss Smedley was surprised at how therapeutic the hobby can be, the time spent focusing on only painting the miniature in front of her whilst talking with the others.  The results were fantastic to see, with each member of staff having a miniature to take home that they had painted.

Etone College would like to say a massive thank you to the store manager James for running this session for the staff, and his continued support of the school Warhammer Club.  The staff feedback was very positive and the painting results, amazing.  What Warhammer adventures await, time will tell…

Staff Wellbeing - 03/03/2026
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Pink to Think

Today in school we were delighted to host our “Pink to Think” Pop-Up Stand, a wellbeing initiative designed to promote positive mental health, self-esteem and healthy body image among our pupils.

The stand created a welcoming space where pupils could stop, talk, reflect and access supportive resources. It proved extremely popular, with many pupils engaging in thoughtful and mature discussions.

Positive Affirmations
Pupils were invited to read, select and reflect on positive affirmation statements to help build confidence, resilience and self-belief.

Pink to Think Booklet
Each booklet includes information and activities focused on:

  • Positive mental health
  • Building self-esteem
  • Developing a positive body image
  • Mental health top tips
  • A personal self-care plan
  • Reflection activities

These resources are designed to encourage pupils to think about how they care for their wellbeing and where they can seek support when needed.

International Women’s Day Focus
As part of our wider discussions, we also highlighted International Women’s Day. Pupils explored inspirational quotes from well-known celebrities as well as empowering messages from our own school staff, reinforcing positive role models and celebrating strength, individuality and achievement.

Important Conversations

Many pupils chose to discuss, body image and self-confidence, the impact of social media on girls, peer pressure and comparison and where to go for support. We were particularly encouraged by how open and reflective pupils were. They were also provided with clear signposting to support available both in school (pastoral team, trusted adults, wellbeing support) and outside school should they ever need additional help.

If you have any questions or would like further information about the resources shared, please do not hesitate to contact us.

General - 03/02/2026
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Money Matters - My Money The Options Session

For the past several Mondays during enrichment, our Year 12 and 13 students took part in a workshop focused on understanding the different pathways available after school or college, including university, apprenticeships, and full-time work, and how each option can impact their finances. They explored the real costs associated with living independently, such as rent, bills, food, transport, and other everyday expenses. Students learned how to create and manage a budget by identifying income, fixed expenses, and variable spending. The session also highlighted the importance of planning ahead, saving regularly, and making informed financial decisions. Overall, the workshop helped students feel more prepared and confident about managing their money and making informed choices about their future.

General / Sixth Form - 03/02/2026
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Pod Personal Training

On Wednesday we were delighted to welcome Pod Personal Training into school to deliver an inspiring and empowering talk to our Year 10 girls. Chloe and Molly began by introducing themselves and sharing their personal journeys into the fitness industry. They spoke honestly about their experiences, the challenges they have overcome, and how strength training has shaped both their careers and their confidence. This immediately helped to build rapport and showed our students what is possible with determination and self-belief.
They then introduced Pod Personal Training and Indigo Fitness, explaining why they are passionate about working with young people. Through an engaging icebreaker, students were encouraged to explore their perceptions of weights and strength training, uncovering common misconceptions and stereotypes.
The session covered:

 *   What strength training actually is and how it benefits the body

 *   Breaking stereotypes around women and strength

 *   Building confidence in the gym environment

 *   The link between strength training and positive mental health

 *   The long-term benefits of strength for life, including pathways into careers within sport and fitness
A powerful part of the session focused on challenging outdated views about women lifting weights and reinforcing that strength is not just physical - it is mental and emotional too. This message strongly reflected our school value of Self-Belief, encouraging students to step outside of their comfort zones and recognise their own potential. Chloe and Molly also highlighted the importance of Resilience, explaining that progress in training - and in life - takes consistency, patience and the ability to keep going even when things feel challenging. Students were reminded that setbacks are part of growth. Throughout the talk, there was a clear emphasis on Integrity - showing up for yourself, committing to your goals, and making positive choices that support your wellbeing. The students engaged maturely, asked thoughtful questions, and represented the school brilliantly.
We are excited to now be launching a 4-week strength training programme in partnership with Pod Personal Training at Indigo Fitness. A selected group of Year 10 students will attend weekly workshops at the personal training studio, where they will develop their knowledge of strength training, improve their technique, and most importantly, build their confidence in a supportive gym environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to grow not only physically, but personally - developing self-belief, resilience and integrity in a real-world setting.
We look forward to seeing the positive impact this programme will have over the coming weeks.

Careers / General - 03/02/2026
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AC Academy Scholar Auditions

For the first time on Friday 27th February, a small group of students from Etone College auditioned for Warwickshire based choir AC Academy Scholars. Founder and Artistic Director of AC Academy Christopher Monks came in to listen to our students perform and to work with them in personalised singing sessions. The Etone Choir have previously worked alongside AC Academy Scholars and Armonico consort in performances at St Mary's in Warwick, Coventry Cathedral and at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

Previous AC Academy Scholars have gone on to work for the RSC, win the BBC Young Chorister competition and be awarded Oxbridge Choral Scholarships.

We are very proud that our students have had the self belief to put themselves forward for such an opportunity. It takes a lot of preparation and practise to be ready to do an audition for a professional musician! Students will find out in a couple of weeks time if they have been successful in their auditions.

If any more of our students would like to find out more about this programme, there are more details here:

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General - 03/02/2026
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School Council Meeting

On Monday 23rd February, the School Council met to discuss our Etone Learner Values - Caring, Courteous, Integrity, Supportive, Self-Belief and Trustworthy. The Councillors considered what the values meant to them, and examples they could give of these values being used by students at Etone. For the Etone Learner Value of Integrity for example, pupils said that this was "always doing the right thing, even under pressure", and that this could be demonstrated by standing up for others and learning from mistakes. School Councillors also discussed how we could promote these values further, alongside our achievement points, weekly Values certificates and LFL lessons. One suggestion was a student-made newsletter based around the values. 










General - 03/02/2026
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Nuneaton Youth Parliament Visit

On Friday 30th January, our NYP students visited Nuneaton Town Hall where they represented Etone College as part of the Nuneaton Youth Parliament. Here, students discussed the issue of safety within Nuneaton town centre and put forward their ideas of what would make them feel safer. Our NYP representatives are now preparing for their next meeting, which will focus on the use of social media for under 16's.


General - 02/27/2026
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Year 9 Students Inspired by Innovation at TeenTech Festival 2026

Our Year 9 students recently had the exciting opportunity to visit the MIRA Institute in Nuneaton to take part in the TeenTech Festival 2026 — a national event designed to inspire young people to explore careers in science, technology and innovation.

Throughout the day, students worked collaboratively to develop creative solutions to real-world problems. They were challenged to think like innovators, designing ideas that could make a positive difference to society before pitching their concepts to a panel of industry experts. This experience helped students build confidence in presenting, problem-solving and communicating their ideas professionally.

In addition to the design challenge, students explored a wide range of interactive exhibits and spoke directly with professionals from leading technology companies. They discovered cutting-edge developments in areas such as engineering, digital technology and future careers, and had the chance to try out innovative products and emerging technologies firsthand.

The visit provided valuable insight into the fast-moving world of technology and encouraged students to think about how their skills in computing, creativity and teamwork can shape future career pathways as well as inspiring them to make informed choices for their GCSE options. 

General / Trips - 02/27/2026
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University of Bath

On Tuesday 24th February, 40 of our Year 10 students had the chance to visit the University of Bath to experience student life. They took part in a tour of the campus, including the world-class sports facilities used for Olympic training such as the Skeleton push track - the only one of it's kind in the country - used to train the gold medal winning GB team at the 2026 Winter Olympics. After exploring the campus and experiencing first-hand student union elections, the students heard about what life at university is like, what degrees they could do and where this could take them in their own careers. They asked some brilliant questions during the Q&A with student ambassadors, and came away with a fantastic idea of where their GCSEs and A-Levels could take them in the future.

General / Trips - 02/27/2026

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