After the launch day of our Love Attendance competition, it is really positive to see attendance is once again improving. With the final week of term often being important in; setting up pupils for the next stage of study, preparing for mock exams or indeed assessments it is great to see pupils entering into the spirit of the initiative.

The winning pupils from yesterday spanned Years 7,10 and 12 for Griffin, Phoenix and Dragon. All of the lucky winners will receive their movie voucher, popcorn, chocolate and sweets, ready to enjoy a nice movie night in over the half term break.

This year our Etone Bistro has been busy rolling out our new menu. With rave reviews and record dinners served, it’s safe to say it has been a resounding success.

A key part of our new offering, are our special themed menus to celebrate some of the highlights across the year.

So far this year pupils have enjoyed; getting to experience WW2 style food for Remembrance Day, delicacies from Italy, delicious themed desserts for Children in Need and of course the traditional Christmas Dinner.

These menus look to compliment our Personal Development curriculum and enable our pupils to make links that forge strong memories. 

On Friday, as we round out half term our catering team will be delivering a very special menu to celebrate Chinese New Year. With delights including Chow Mein, Pork Boa Buns and Ma Lai Go (Chinese steamed cake), we are sure our pupils will enjoy it and what’s more encourage those who have yet to try these meals from different culture.

Stay up to date with all of our menus information here: https://matrixacademytrust.co.uk/food/

This week marks Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week. The organisation uses the second week in February as a chance to signpost support to young people, raise awareness of mental health real health concerns and share steps to maintain a healthy positive attitude.

This year the theme is ‘My Voice Matters’ and in a time where reports of mental health concerns in the younger generation are concerning, there is no better message to share with our young people.

At Etone our pupils will be showing support through their lessons, with each subject sharing strategies and information about how to keep well mental health within their discipline. For example in IT pupils will be considering the use of social media and screen time, in Science the importance of sleep and in music exploring the songs that are our ‘jam’ and the impact they have on moods.

To find out more about the organisation and its origins check out HERE.

For all of the information on our in house wellbeing support check out here: https://www.etonecollege.co.uk/student-wellbeing/

This week marks Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week. The organisation uses the second week in February as a chance to signpost support to young people, raise awareness of mental health real health concerns and share steps to maintain a healthy positive attitude.

This year the theme is ‘My Voice Matters’ and in a time where reports of mental health concerns in the younger generation are concerning, there is no better message to share with our young people.

At Etone our pupils will be showing support through their lessons, with each subject sharing strategies and information about how to keep well mental health within their discipline. For example in IT pupils will be considering the use of social media and screen time, in Science the importance of sleep and in music exploring the songs that are our ‘jam’ and the impact they have on moods.

To find out more about the organisation and its origins check out here: https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/childrens-mental-health-week/#:~:text=Children’s%20Mental%20Health%20Week%202024%20will%20take%20place%20from%205,they%20need%20to%20express%20themselves.

For all of the information on our in house wellbeing support check out here: https://www.etonecollege.co.uk/student-wellbeing/

Last Thursday 25^th January, 40 selected pupils went to see Jack and the Beanstalk at the Hippodrome in Birmingham. Pupils had the opportunity to experience the pantomime which enables students to broaden their cultural opportunities and get involved in seeing a hilarious rendition of a classic English fairytale inside the biggest theatre in Birmingham. Pupils were also treated to a lovely ice lolly in the intermission!

A huge shoutout to everyone involved and the wider community for their support and contributions. This project is a true testament to what we can achieve when we come together!

We’re proud to share that our new school block incorporates sustainable design elements, including energy-efficient features and eco-friendly materials. It’s not just a building; it’s a commitment to a greener future!

We’re on track to meet our target completion date.

On Wednesday our Year 11 Geographers made the journey out to Carding Mill Valley in the Shropshire Hills. Despite it being the opportunity to get some fresh air, the aim of the trip was to give them a chance to complete field work as they prepare for their GCSE exams.

An important component in Geography the pupils got the chance to develop their skills and consider the practical side to Geography.

As always our pupils did an amazing job and throughout conducted themselves as we would expect of any Etone Learner.

Many thanks to Team Geography for making it happen!

On Monday our Student Council met for the first meeting of 2024. This time with a focus on how to support this new exciting year for Etone. With 7 planned trips abroad, the new build and some more exciting developments it stands to be the best yet.

Do you have a special talent you wish to showcase at our next big live event.  You will have the chance to perform on stage Infront of a live audience in Birmingham in a state-of-the-art theatre Millennium Point on Thursday 18^th April 2024. Whether it be singing, juggling, stand-up comedy or anything in between, we want to see all your wonderful talents. Unfortunately, we cannot accept Dance entries this year due to the size of the stage. 

How to enter:

• Have one of your performing arts teachers record your performance (or film it yourself and email to your teacher). 
• A snippet of your performance can be submitted, please do not worry about submitting a performance in its entirety. 
• Your teacher will be able to submit your performance video to the Matrix judging panel.
• Finalists will have the opportunity to perform at our next big trust event and some school events this year.
• Solo entries and group entries are welcome.
• Submit your entry by 4pm on Friday 23^rd February 2024.