On Wednesday all staff were supported to “feel the love” of another successful Thank a Teacher day.

Each year Etone recognises the importance of all staff from teachers to admin staff members. Whilst there may be days dedicated to teachers and TA’s there is not a singular day for non-teaching staff. Therefore we take every opportunity to celebrate all staff on these times.

Across the week we were busy sharing physical thank a teacher cards, written by colleagues and pupils alike, sharing thanks in small ways to big gestures of leavers gifts.

Additionally all staff received email cards from pupils through the National Thank a Teacher website. Something we are very proud to share is our ranking in the top schools of Warwickshire for Thank-a-Teacher. Thank you to all parents and pupils who took the time to write one.

Finally our staff enjoyed a great time at a special CPD session with treats donated by our leadership team as a big thank-you for their support across the year. Thank you to all who done something to share in this, and if you haven’t yet there’s still time:)

On Tuesday, 17^th June, Mrs Leftwich-Lloyd spent the morning at Middlemarch primary to support them in the direction of their Year 6 production, 'Pirates of the Curry Bean'.  It was wonderful to see future Etone pupils so confident, communicative and cooperative in their rehearsal and performance.  There are some real stars who we know will thrive at Etone.

On Monday our Year 11 excelled themselves shy completing their last whole cohort exam. Tackling the arts of Physics for the last time, our pupils conducted themselves brilliantly. Showing all of the values and utilising their employability skills from across their time at Etone College.

After a short break it was time to enter the main hall for the traditional “Shirt-Signing” sessions. In recent years the level of quality and time put into the shirt designs has increased and we are proud to show just a few of the exquisite examples here.

As our Year 11 signed away, took photos and ate cookies and brownies there was merriment in the air. With the hot lovely weather, an ice cold can of pop was appreciated by our pupils as they reminisced about their time at Etone and made new memories.

As the event drew to a close it was time for the annual class of “ photo - This year the folks at Coca-Cola made it extra special with cans of “Class of 25” one of which made a guest appearance on the official photograph.

Whilst the event was a lovely opportunity to see off our Year 11, we couldn’t help but feel a tinge of sadness as we say goodbye to one of the most iconic years groups yet.

Thank you for everything Class of 25! You have made it a great year groups yet to work with! Following this our Year 11’s rejoin us on Thursday for their official leaving assembly, followed by the prom before exam results day! See you on Thursday Class of 25!

We are really excited to share that Etone College’s School Logo will be displayed live on the court of the Round 14 fixture between the Birmingham Panthers and Loughborough Lightning. With thanks to Miss Lower for entering the school it is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the role our college has on a national event such as this.

The match is set to be a thrilling one as Loughborough (the defending champions) take on the runners up of the Netball Super League 2024 as they look to emulate the success in 2025.

To watch our little part of history in the making be sure to tune into SkySports or Sky Sports Youtube here on Saturday 14^th June at 6pm

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTU_wC79Dgi9rh4e9-baTqA

We recently had the pleasure of awarding 27 pupils their Bronze reading badges, with them all having worked their way towards achieving 50 reading points. Well done to Evie, Ella, Arvind, Kai, Tegan-Mai, Huzaifa, Kc-Jane, Jessica, Hamza, Henry, Ava, Animah, Cara, Carlton, Denis, Emmie, Alexa, Shaylei, Delia, Eric, Joseph, Bethia, Eloise, Uzayr, Effie & Belle. Next stop Silver!

On Thursday 8C2 were rewarded for their fete as the highest attending form group for the last week of Summer Half Term 1. With an astonishing 100% attendance they ensured victory for their form as they added to their already impressive tally.

As you are aware, attendance is important to us at Etone and we are proud that ours remains above national in all areas. Something we have worked hard to support and ensure every child feels success in their time at school.

Miss Tucker and the class were able to enjoy marshmallow topped hot chocolate, pain-au-chocolat’s and to be congratulated for their efforts by Mr Smith. The pupils were very excited to receive their treats and felt proud to see their efforts rewarded. As a school we are very appreciative of the support parents and families give us in ensuring pupils attend school. There can be no better substitution for education than being in the school environment with the experts in the room teaching. We look forward to our final half-term filled with more rewards.