What a fantastic academic year it has been for our Year 9 students! From academic progress and enrichment opportunities to incredible performances on stage and sports fields, this year has been packed with success, growth, and memorable moments. Our students have continued to impress us with their maturity, enthusiasm, and resilience – they are a credit to you and to North Leamington School.

Tutor Time Curriculum

Throughout the year, students have taken part in a rich and thought-provoking PSHE curriculum during tutor time. This term, we explored important topics including bullying, mental health, and body confidence. Themes such as the impact of social media, unrealistic body images, self-acceptance, dealing with grief and loss, healthy lifestyles, drug and alcohol awareness, and cancer prevention were all addressed sensitively. We are incredibly proud of how maturely and thoughtfully students approached these discussions.

Sporting Success

It’s been a successful term in sport. Our Year 9 and 10 boys’ and girls’ athletics teams represented NLS with pride at the District Athletics Competition in Leamington, competing against 10 other schools – an outstanding effort by all involved.

In cricket, NLS welcomed teams from Campion and Myton for friendly fixtures. A dominant win over Myton, by more than 30 runs, set the tone for a competitive summer. 

Celebration Evening

Our annual Celebration Evening was a highlight of the term, where we honoured the efforts, achievements, and contributions of students across the year. It was a truly special occasion, and we were especially proud of our Year 9 award winners, who represented their year group with humility and pride.  You can read more about the evening and see some pictures here Celebration Evening Website. 

Summer Drama Performance and Music Concert

Drama students from Years 7 to 10 dazzled us with their outstanding production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Full of comedy, creativity, and superb acting, the performance was a true testament to the talent and hard work of our young performers – a standing ovation well deserved!

Well done to those involved in the Summer Music Concert on July 8; it was lovely to see year 9 students full of confidence in their fantastic performances. 

GCSE and BTEC Option Choices

Year 9 students are excited to have received confirmation of their GCSE and BTEC option choices.

In Key Stage 4, 60% of timetabled lessons still consist of the core subjects of Maths, English, Science and RE, along with non-examined PSHE and practical PE.

Students have been taught in year halves for these subjects since year 7, but as we move into year 10 a number of students will find when they receive their timetable in September that they have changed year halves. This is linked to the logistics of the options choices. All their new option and core classes are a fantastic opportunity for students to learn to work with different groups of peers which is an important skill for beyond school.

We look forward to seeing all the students begin KS4 with enthusiasm in September. If you have any options queries please contact data@northleamington.co.uk

Rewards Event

We ended the year on a high with a brilliant Rewards Event. The 30 students who have earned high reward points through their effort, attitude, and contributions enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of fun – including bouncy castles and team games. A huge well done to all who took part!

 

Sports Day

Sports Day 2025 was a tremendous success, filled with energy, competition, and community spirit. The morning featured team events like football and dodgeball, while the afternoon saw individual athletics and the eagerly anticipated inter-college tug-of-war! Congratulations to all our participants – it truly was a day to remember.

Mini Model United Nations

On Wednesday 16 July, all Year 9 students took part in our Mini Model United Nations day. Off-timetable for the full day, they became delegates, negotiators, and world leaders – engaging in discussions, debates, and diplomacy. It was a wonderful learning experience that developed key skills in communication and global awareness. The maturity and passion shown by our students was exceptional.

Duke of Edinburgh – Bronze Expedition

A huge congratulations to our intrepid Year 9 students who completed their first Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition this term. Taking on the challenge with energy and enthusiasm, they navigated their way through the stunning Cotswolds countryside. While a few adventurous explorers may have taken the scenic route and clocked up a few extra miles, spirits remained high throughout. The resilience, teamwork, and determination shown by all students was truly impressive. By Monday morning, the stories were being shared with such joy and laughter – a clear sign of just how memorable the experience was. A heartfelt thank you to all the staff who supported and accompanied the group – your guidance and encouragement made it all possible.