Over the past couple of weeks we have been so proud to award our Etone Value badges to pupils. This week we have given out the next batch of badges which have been we;; received by pupils. With caring being the most awarded so far, we are looking at ways to further support our pupils in making their next steps. Well done Team Etoneers!

On Monday our Student Council representatives took part in a Food Tasting session for two new menu items arriving soon to our Etone Café. As members of the school leadership team they take their responsibility to show their values seriously. As part of the session they showed their integrity as they gave honest and considered feedback to our Catering Manager, Mr Thornley-Yates as he looks to implement the next two tasty additions to the menu.

This time the additions are the;

• Breakfast Vegan Sausage Roll – A tasty vegan option for all with a festive feel and taste. This was well reviewed by pupils who felt it tasted yummy and would defiantly be willing to pay for this snack.
• Fish Finger Wrap – Another tasty option for those who enjoy a traditional fish finger sandwich, with a twist. This addition was met with excitement from those who enjoy seafood and was met with satisfied smiles upon tasting.

A big thank you to all of the councilors and the catering team for the amazing session.

Griffin is so proud to support Doorway, a local charity supporting young people suffering through homelessness.

As part of their commitment they are holding the first Post-Christmas donation drive to give young people looking to move into homes for the first time.

By donating home goods, we can provide packages to individuals as they make a start on a new home journey.

If you can donate anything from the list below, please bring this to Griffin House Office across the month of February.

Thank you in advance for all of your support.

Etone College recently held a second series of Progress Praise Assemblies to recognise and celebrate pupils who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their learning and to the wider school community. The assemblies highlighted exceptional progress and attainment, as well as service to the school Houses, exemplary behaviour and behaviour for learning, and the impressive accomplishment of 100% attendance for the Autumn term. 

The assemblies brought together pupils and staff to acknowledge the hard work, resilience and determination shown by students across all year groups. Awards were presented to pupils who have made significant academic progress, reflecting their self-belief, organisation and initiative in taking ownership of their learning. 

Recognition was also given to those who consistently model Etone College’s high standards of behaviour and behaviour for learning. These pupils were praised for being courteous, trustworthy and supportive members of the school community, contributing positively to lessons and creating a calm, focused environment where everyone can succeed. 

Service to House awards celebrated teamwork and communication, recognising pupils who actively support house activities, represent their peers and show integrity in everything they do. Their willingness to work collaboratively and take responsibility demonstrates key employability skills that prepare them well for future education and employment. 

A special celebration was reserved for pupils achieving 100% attendance. This achievement reflects not only commitment and resilience, but also a strong sense of responsibility and reliability—qualities that are essential both in school and in the workplace. 

The Progress Praise Assemblies strongly reinforced Etone College’s core values and employability skills, including caring for others, being supportive and respectful, showing integrity, and developing the confidence to succeed. By celebrating these achievements, Etone College continues to inspire pupils to aim high, take pride in their efforts and develop the skills and character needed for lifelong success. 

To share the love this valentines day donate 50p to send a sweet treat to a friend or partner.
How does it work?
Come to Miss Sandilands’ office to sign up and send a sweet treat gift
You will need the person’s full name and their form group, you can attach a message, you will need 50p change which will go to Papyrus charity, you must sign up before Friday 6 February.
Sweet treats will be distributed on Monday 9th February

Exciting things are coming:

£1 Book Day vouchers for every pupil

Footy & Booky quiz

The Big Book Quiz

Escape Room

Make a mini book challenge

The Great (mini) Book Hunt (Sixth form)

Trip to Nuneaton Library – after school

This January, Mr Bonner delivered the World Braille Day assembly to Year 7 pupils at Etone College. World Braille Day is all about recognising the importance of Braille and promoting the rights, inclusion, and independence of people who are blind or visually impaired. In the assembly, Mr Bonner spoke about the story of Louis Braille, a blind French educator who developed the Braille system in the early 19th century, so people who are blind or visually impaired could read and write through touch. Louis Braille's invention went on to transform education, independence, and communication for millions of people around the world. Mr Bonner gave the example of David Blunkett, a former Cabinet Minister in the UK government, who became one of the most influential blind people in British history. David Blunkett used Braille throughout his work in government, during his time as Education Secretary 1997-2001, and Home Secretary 2001-2004. David Blunkett famously said of Braille "[it] has been a method of ensuring that I can work on equal terms, using my own initiative and doing it in my own way". 

World Braille Day matters because it helps to raise awareness of accessibility, inclusion, and equal rights for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Look out for the activities going on this week to raise awareness.

-Starter tasks in your subjects – All week

-Mindful  colouring and puzzles available at break and lunch times – All week

-Form time activities including mindfulness practice.

-Brew Monday – T04 Afterschool  - Monday 9^th February

-Boys Mental Health Stand – Hall at Break – Thursday 12^th Feb

-Just Dance – Hall at Break -  Monday 9^th and Friday 13^th Feb

-Walk and Talk  form time – All years

• Monday - Year 10

• Tuesday – Year 11

• Wednesday – Year 9

• Thursday – Year 7 Tennis courts & Year 8 Astro

• Friday – Reserve day in case of poor weather.

January can be a difficult month, with the days still short and dark and the poor weather starting to feel like they will never end… The focus for Brew Monday this month has been on the ‘Take notice’ element of our ‘Top Tips’. We took the time to focus on what we are feeling grateful for. What started as several small trees was quickly merged to become one large group effort and with Esma leading the charge we soon had a tree that was overflowing with different things we wanted to show gratitude for.

January has also seen the launch of a new January idea from the Wellbeing Ambassadors and following the success of ‘Thank a Community Carer’ in July last year, the Wellbeing Ambassadors wanted to do more for our local community carers and we launched ‘Lighting up Blue Monday’. This involved collecting any leftover Christmas treats, we have been delighted by the response and our Wellbeing Ambassadors are excited to be going out to deliver these.

On Tuesday 10th February we are celebrating Safer Internet Day, an initiative established by the UK Safer Internet Centre (UKSIC) to highlight the importance ofstaying safe online and raising awareness of the measures we can take to support our community online.

This year the theme of the day is ‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’ following the rapid rise in the use of this technology. In support of this pupils will attend an assembly next week highlighting some of the ways we can make use of the internet in a safe and effective way. In addition all pupils will have the opportunity to take part in a Safer Internet Quiz prize draw where the winners of each year will receive technology based prizes.

Across the week all Computing and Information Technology lessons will also include the theme of Safe Internet Usage. In key stage 3 pupils will have the chance to explore how the internet forms and important part of our daily routines and consider some of the dangers form letting our ‘e-guard’ down. In key stage 4, pupils will be looking at the modern technologies and how AI is further improving safety features for internet usage. In key stage 5 pupils will consider the importance of Cyber Security and the most recent threats to internet security.

To compliment the week we would like to take this opportunity to remind you of both the support we provide as a school and that of external agencies;

Etone College E-Safety: https://www.etonecollege.co.uk/e-safety/

A first stop to find out useful links, details of our curriculum and our commitment to E-Safety across our school and for our pupils.

Safer Internet Centre UK: https://saferinternet.org.uk/

The home of Safer Internet Day and location of expert advice and details of support networks for those who are struggling with safe internet usage.

Internet Matters: https://www.internetmatters.org/

The Government backed agency that looks to provide children and families with all the require to ensure a safe digital world for them and their futures.