St Bartholomew's School

Congratulations to 55 Bronze, & 16 Silver DofE students who participated in a variety of activities: volunteering, gaining new skills, sporting activities and undertaking a self-sufficient expedition to complete their awards. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4d0jv4P

In July the PE Department hosted their annual awards evening to celebrate all our students’ achievements in and outside of school. We are really proud of everything they've achieved and cannot wait to see what this year brings. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4d0jv4P

St Bart’s students were excited and pleased to once again see their German Exchange partners in June. The 24 students from our partner school, the Otto-Hahn Gymnasium in Monheim, stayed for a week with English families. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4d0jv4P

We look forward to welcoming our students back tomorrow, Weds 4 Sept. On this first day, students in different year groups start at different times. Please visit our website to clarify which time your child returns to school. www.stbarts.co.uk

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes; Product Design has been reborn as 3D Design. To celebrate this change, we wanted to have a new logo to complete the rebranding. Congratulations to Gamya (9C3) & Oliver (9E2), for having the winning entries. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/46g7i9y

St Bart's staff, students, governors, parents and alumni proudly participated in this year's Newbury Pride parade, showcasing the school's commitment to inclusivity and support for the LGBTQ+ community. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/46g7i9y

As the rest of the country took to the polls, we had our own election. Jemima, Y12: "It's interesting how our students voted compared to the rest of the UK. It’s really important to show politics as relevant as early as we can." Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/46g7i9y

22 Computer Science and Physics students went to Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, to take part in their open week. It was a very enjoyable and insightful trip, bringing the wonder of STEM subjects and careers to life. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4cVTZx4

The biology field trip was a great experience, long days of fieldwork underlining human impact on nature. Emily said, "we all have a new determination to limit the impact of our actions so we can continue to enjoy our relationship with nature." Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4cVTZx4

St Bart’s proudly hosted the inaugural Gamecraft Interschool Competition. The event was a huge success and the trophy for the best game in Year 7 was awarded to St Bart’s students Alex and Ethan. Well done! Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4cVTZx4

Congratulations to these Year 9 girls who have taken part in several sessions of training to become Barclays Game On Football Activators and run a small festival for Year 7 girls. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4cVTZx4

Bart’s 4 Bees took a small group out on our first trip to a working apiary last week. The students were wowed by the sight of frames full of bees being removed and so supportive of each other’s bravery. It was a great experience. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4cVTZx4

Anna Barrett is our new Sustainability Lead. In this week’s BartholoNews she tells us about her plans and introduces us to Socks the Fox, who frequently leaves single shoes around the school grounds! Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4cVTZx4

Over 220 students gathered at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club for their Year 11 Prom to celebrate the end of their GCSE. Congratulations to all our students, we wish them all the best of luck for the future. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3Wa0w0H

On 23 and 24 July Year 7, 8 & 9 will be taking part in a 3.5 mile circular sponsored walk to raise money for a number of school sustainability initiatives. Please donate if you can at https://bit.ly/46K1kxz - reference your donation ‘sponsored walk’

Massive congratulations to students of 8D3, Alden Willougby, Rubie Peatie, Alfie Campbell and James Lawson who organised a charity football match for Year 8 students. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3Wa0w0H

8D3 are hosting a virtual balloon race to raise funds for their House charity, Swings & Smiles. Read BartholoNews to find out how to enter! https://bit.ly/3Wa0w0H

Congratulations to our Year 10 rounders teams for winning both recent games against Trinity School! Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3Wa0w0H

Ahead of the election this week, St Bart’s hosted a political hustings for selected students. It was a fascinating chance for students to hear first-hand the thoughts, opinions and policies of our local candidates. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3Wa0w0H Photo from Phil Cannings newburytoday

Ten talented students from St Bart's recently had the opportunity of a lifetime, performing at the National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) awards ceremony! "It was amazing to perform and we won the District award again for Singin’ in the rain!” shared Matilda (11C1). Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

Newbury Youngstars

Well done to the 26 Year 7 and 8 St Bart’s students that took part in the West Berkshire Mixed Tennis Festival hosted and organised by St Bart’s school. Great fun was had by all. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

On 19 June, our school gathered for the annual St Bart’s Founder’s Day Assembly. When people come to visit our school, they enter a 21st Century building buzzing with energy and up-to-date technology. Yet, it is now 558 years since the founding of our school. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

We are delighted to announce that Gauravi Deegwal (9C1) is the winner of the BartholoNews Banner Competition. The judges really loved her whimsical design, using our school tie! Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

Well done to the Y7- 10 athletes who represented the Junior Boys & Girls, Inter Boys & Girls athletics teams at the English Schools Track and Field Cup South West Regional B Final. We were the only school to qualify for the final for all four teams. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

Thank you to everyone who took donated to our non-school uniform day last Friday and to those who brought cakes and jewellery from the Kenya Link Club and our House Bake Sale. A total of £2,022.08 was made on the day. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

This term students and staff joined Carnegie groups, reading and discussing the national shortlist. Some attended a conference at Kennet School and all were invited to a party to celebrate where prizes were awarded for reading all 8 books and writing the best reviews. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

Last Friday was our Year 13 prom. There was music, dancing and a buffet. "It was a brilliant night to remember and a quality way to send off the Year 13s into the big wide world!" said Archie. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/3RHyxUx

Congratulations to the Year 10 Sports Leaders who successfully completed a basic First Aid training course. A great afternoon was had by all with some good practical opportunities. Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4ewRF16

GCSE Graphic Communication students went to Marwell Zoo to help develop the advertising and signage they’re working on for the zoo. They had a great day. Tammy took over 300 photos! Read more in BartholoNews: https://bit.ly/4ewRF16