We are so excited that each day this week Etone will be featured on BBC Coventry Warwickshire Radio as part of their Star School feature.

The feature is a wonderful way to celebrate the many achievements of the school across this year. During Monday’s show the hosts were introduced to Etone College where they met Mr Bowley who nominated the school along with four of our very talented pupils.

Listen in here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0mj18dx

This term Etone College students have really shown Active Citizenship and highlighted the Etone Values with; raising money for Children in Need, and celebrating remembrance. However, it hasn’t stopped there. Each year we collect food on behalf of a local food bank to provide some basic essentials and festive treats to those around Nuneaton who are in need of a little Christmas spirit.

It is at this time of year that we are incredibly thankful for what we have and spend time considering those in less fortunate positions. So we are asking for donations to the Nuneaton Foodbank, which do a fantastic job of serving the community and making sure the food and items get to the people who need it most. As usual we are also asking for donations to the Toy Drive as run by the Salvation Army.

If you are able to take part please bring your food in on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December and give it in at reception. The list of accepted items are on our poster. Our fantastic Charity Committee will be taking the food on Monday 12th December to the Foodbank to do the handover.

Thank you to all of our amazing Etone pupils, parents and staff in advance.

It was 'lanyard day' at Drama Club for our regular attendees today! As members of The Belgrade Theatre Hub, they are entitled to discounts, and free tickets which they are super excited about.

Work began on a group piece for Etone's February show which promises to be an absolute treat. They are such a talented, thoughtful group who are continuing to develop their skills every week.

On Monday 17th November, Etone's School Councillors met with Mr Bonner to discuss our Etone Learner Values and their importance in the everyday life of pupils at Etone College. The Councillors then focused specifically on the Etone Value for this half term - 'Caring'. They considered the definition for 'Caring', which pupils agreed was the 'ability to show concern and compassion for everyone, regardless of who they are'. The Councillors then gave examples of staff and students demonstrating the value of Caring - in classroom debates, listening to each other's opinions respectfully, ensuring a litter free environment by always picking up rubbish, and showing good sportsmanship in competitive games in PE lessons. Councillors were pleased to learn that in lessons, teachers can now award 5 achievement points on ClassCharts for demonstrating Etone Values, which will help to promote the Values across School. We also have the Etone Values certificate awarded by tutors in form times every week.

A group of Etone College students have been chosen for a pilot project by the Warwickshire Music Service to have a go learning trumpets, French horns and trombones. The project is aimed at getting more students involved in learning to play brass instruments and the students are having their lessons at the North Area Music Centre (hosted at Etone College 6th Form) and are receiving lessons with Mr Pugh, the head of the North Area Music Service. Mr Pugh said he is enjoying the enthusiasm of our students and is especially impressed by the students who have been practising every day!

For more information about the lessons available at Etone College both in main school and at the North Area Music Centre hosted at our 6th form, check out their website: https://www.warwickshiremusic.org

We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity with our Year 13 students. Future Pro Academy will be hosting an HNC Open Evening on Wednesday 19th November, from 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM, at Coventry Sphinx FC (CV3 1WA).

Future Pro Academy’s Higher Education Degree Pathway—delivered in partnership with The Higher Education Academy of Sport and Loughborough College—offers an outstanding route for students who wish to combine university-level study with a high-performance football development programme.

This Open Evening will provide students and parents with a detailed introduction to the Football & Higher Education Programme ahead of the September 2026 intake. Members of the education team will be on hand throughout the event to discuss course content, academic expectations, and the range of support provided to student-athletes.

Now in its sixth year, the Loughborough Higher Education Sport Degree Programme has become one of the UK’s leading dual-career pathways, supporting students to succeed both academically and athletically.

Students enrolling on this specialised degree route will have the opportunity to:

• Compete in showcase fixtures against professional U21 academies and explore trial opportunities
• Progress through Future Pro Academy’s U19, U21, U23, and First Team pathways
• Train daily in a professional performance environment with expert coaching
• Gain experience in coaching, performance analysis, physiotherapy, sport science, and wider sports-industry careers
• Achieve a recognised degree qualification and join the Loughborough Alumni network
• Benefit from a flexible timetable tailored to individual development needs
• Take meaningful steps towards completing a full Bachelor’s degree
• Access work-experience opportunities in the UK and overseas
• Become part of a committed community of student-athletes who strive for both academic and sporting excellence

We encourage interested students and families to attend and explore this exceptional pathway.