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Welcome to
Year 8

As you step into Year 8, you’ll find a diverse range of subjects and activities designed to challenge and inspire you. We’ll guide you through a curriculum that builds on the foundations laid in Year 7, helping you develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around you.

School is where we meet friends, learn and have fun.

Upcoming events in Year 8

Here’s what you’ve got to look forward to.

Year 8 Parent/Carer Evening
Thu 26th Nov
3.45-7.15pm
Winter Showcase
Tue 8th Dec
AttenDANCE
Thu 17th Dec
Year 8 Show My Work Evening
Thu 4th Feb
4.00-6.00pm
Summer Concert
Tue 13th Jul

Homework

Did you know that if you’re a parent or carer with queries regarding homework, you can contact your child’s year team?
Two students study and mark together completing a workbook assignment

Our curriculum

Our students are taught an exceptionally broad and balanced curriculum, by great teachers in a positive nurturing learning environment.

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Autumn Term 2026
Spring Term 2027
Summer Term 2027
Autumn Term 2026

INSET Days for this term are:

  • Tuesday 1st September
  • Wednesday 2nd September
  • Monday 2nd November

Pupils should not attend school on these days.

The first day back after the summer holidays for Year 7 pupils is Thursday 3rd September. All other year groups start on Friday 4th September.

The first day back after the October half term for pupils is Tuesday 3rd November.

 

Bank Holidays

Christmas Day: Friday 25th December 2026

Boxing Day: Saturday 26th December 2026

New Year’s Day: 1st January 2027

Term Dates
Start Thursday, 3rd September
End Friday, 18th December
Half Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 26th October
End Friday, 30th October
End of Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 21st December
End Friday, 1st January
Spring Term 2027

INSET Day for this term is:

  • Monday 4th January

Pupils should not attend school on this day.

 

The first day back after the Christmas holidays for pupils is Tuesday 5th January 2027.

The first day back after the February half term for pupils is Monday 22nd February 2027.

 

Bank Holidays

Good Friday: Friday 26th March 2027

Easter Monday: Monday 29th March 2027

Term Dates
Start Tuesday, 5th January
End Thursday, 25th March
Half Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 15th February
End Friday, 19th February
End of Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 29th March
End Friday, 9th April
Summer Term 2027

INSET Day for this term is:

Monday 12th April

Pupils should not attend school on this day.

 

The first day back for pupils after the Easter holidays is Tuesday 13th April 2027.

The first day back after May half term for pupils is Monday 7th June 2027.

 

Bank Holidays

May Bank Holiday: 3rd May 2027

Spring Bank Holiday: Monday 31st May 2027

Summer Bank Holiday: Monday 30th August 2027

Term Dates
Start Tuesday, 13th April
End Wednesday, 21st July
Half Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 31st May
End Friday, 4th June
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Frequently Asked Questions

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