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. The following week, our Year 9 and 10s played Kenilworth in a nail-biting match. Despite a brave and determined effort, we lost by just 2 runs – a great game and a fantastic learning experience.

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.

Summer Drama Performance

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!

GCSE and BTEC Option Choices

Year 9 students have now received confirmation of their GCSE and BTEC option choices. We understand that some students may wish to review their selections. While we will try our best to accommodate any changes, we cannot guarantee this due to some courses being at full capacity. Any queries should be directed to our Data Team.

 

Rewards Event

We ended the year on a high with a brilliant Rewards Event. 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.

Rewards and celebration

As ever celebrating achievements is one of the most pleasurable aspect of our roles so a huge congratulations goes to the all of the following students for their outstanding commitment to their school journey by having the highest number of rewards.

 

A fantastic total of 23,402 rewards has been accrued across the year group over the course of this term.