On Tuesday, 17th 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!
It was time to say goodbye to the Year 13 Class of 25 on Wednesday. A bitter sweet celebration as Year 13 pupils joined together to say a thank you to their members of staff and goodbye to the Sixth Form which has been their home for education for the last two years. For some it was the end of a longer ear as we say goodbye to some pupils/ students who have journeyed from Year 7 to Year 13 in our very buildings. When we look back in those seven years there have been some truly triumphant times, but also more road blocks than we would care to revisit including of course the pandemic. We look forward to welcoming them back for results day but for now: Congratulations Year 13!
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 14th June at 6pm
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTU_wC79Dgi9rh4e9-baTqA
At Etone College, we place great importance on our comprehensive careers programme. As parents and carers, you play a vital role in supporting your child’s career aspirations. We encourage you to visit our careers page together and explore the wide range of options available:
https://matrixacademytrust.co.uk/careers/etone-college
Talking through next steps, discussing possible future careers, and researching different pathways can be a valuable experience. We also recommend reviewing prospectuses from local colleges and sixth forms to check entry requirements for various subjects; relevant links are available on the page above. It’s never too early to start thinking about your child’s future.
We regularly share information about apprenticeships, opportunities, and upcoming events via our Twitter page. Additionally, our website offers extensive advice on topics such as interview techniques, CV writing, and university applications.
Should you require any further support, please contact the school reception and ask for Mrs Barlow.
Attached to this newsletter is our Careers Roadmap, outlining key provision for each year group to help you stay informed. More detailed information can be found on our website.
Upcoming Event: Parents’ Online Careers Session – 18 July
We invite you to join our next online event on Thursday 18 July via Teams:
This session will also be recorded and made available on our website.
Session Aims:
If you would like to receive the link to join the session, please complete the following Microsoft Form:
https://forms.office.com/e/TZDnqCL1jU
We look forward to seeing you there!
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.
ANNOUNCING OUR FIRST EVER TRUST-WIDE SPORTS DAY 2025!
We are thrilled to announce a landmark moment in our trust’s calendar — the very first Trust-Wide Sports Day, bringing together more than 3,000 pupils from across Matrix schools.
Venue: The iconic Alexander Stadium, Birmingham – home of the 2022 Commonwealth Games
Date: Wednesday, 9th July 2025
This incredible event will be a full day of competition, celebration, and community spirit. As part of our Healthy Competitions Initiative, the day will showcase the power of sport in promoting teamwork, resilience, and ambition. Schools have now completed their in-school heats and successful participants will receive letters to notify them of their involvement as a participant. Additionally, this event provides a unique opportunity for pupils to showcase their talents in front of athletics club scouts, potentially opening doors for future athletic opportunities.
What to Expect:
Parents and carers of participants are warmly invited to attend and spectate this exciting event! With over 2,000 spectators expected, the day promises an electric atmosphere — and your support will make all the difference to our pupils. A full schedule of events is below so you can plan when to attend to cheer on your child. Spectators will be seated in the East Stand. Tickets are available via Eventbrite at £3 per person. All proceeds will be donated to Birmingham Children’s Hospital, our Trust charity for the year.
So you can plan when you would like to arrive and watch a particular event - a schedule of events will be confirmed on the trust website HERE closer to the event. Follow us on social media for the latest timings.
Book here: https://bit.ly/matsportsday
This is more than just a sports day — it’s a celebration of talent, teamwork, and trust unity. Whether you’re competing, performing, or cheering from the stands, get ready to be part of something unforgettable.
Let the countdown begin.
On Tuesday our Year 7’s were visited in their assembly by Flight Officer Gittings (AKA - Mr Gittings) from the Etone CCF to introduce them to the CCF and invite them to the June taster sessions for joining.
Each year our CCF build on their impressive numbers and as the contingent have evolved and developed, we are proud to share some of the highlights including their attendance at remembrance events, raising funds for key charities, success at cross trust competitions (winning the RAST and shooting ones recently) along with getting the chance to experience G Force in the air.
The quality and opportunities of our CCF are next to none, although rather than reading about it follow the link to the CCF page to watch our video sharing all of the amazing offers within the CCF: https://www.etonecollege.co.uk/ccf/
To find out more about the Year 7 tasters check here: https://www.etonecollege.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CCF-Parent-Recruitment-Letter-June-2025-1.pdf
On Monday 2nd June our Year 10’s attend a special assembly to mark the beginning of their final year at Etone. As you will be aware this coincides with our pupils taking their GCSE examinations and with such an important terminal year in the near future, we do all we can as a school to support and prepare our pupils.
As part of this our pupils attend the Class of 26 launch assembly with Mr Bowley. The aim of the session was to share the theme behind ‘Class of 26’ and support our pupil sin the build up to the all important mock exam series in June.
What is ‘Class of 26’?
Class of 26 is a programme established to support the motivation of pupils within the school who will leave Etone in the summer of 2026 as Year 11 GCSE leavers. The aim is to provide pupils with all they require not only to succeed but to thrive in what can be a very stressful time for our pupils.
The programme begins in June as we say goodbye to the outgoing Year 11. Aligning with the launch of our Prefect recruitment process, pupils are invited to attend the assembly where key information is shared about the upcoming year. By sharing the step-by step focuses for the pupils this helps to reduce the anxiety of what is to come, launching alongside our Mock Exam assembly and Coping with Exam Stress assemblies and form time activities. This to support some impressive headlines including that our current Year 10 have the potential to be the highest attaining Year yet on record at Etone College.
Across the year our pupils will have the following opportunities:
The assembly is just the start of what will be a jam packed beginning of the end for our pupils. We look forward to the final chapter in our journey together…
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