Year 10 book club students met with author Sarah Crossan, to discuss her latest verse novel ‘Gone for Good’. Students asked Sarah a range of questions, gaining an insight into her writing process as well as how books are edited and published.
We are delighted to share the success of two of our amazing mathematicians in Round 2 of the UK Maths Challenge, Harley in Year 9 and Riley in Year 10. Students have to be among the top scorers nationally to be invited to take part in the second round, and both excelled here, too: Riley achieving a Bronze Kangaroo certificate and Harley achieving a Silver Kangaroo certificate. Huge congratulations to them both, and thank you to the maths team for supporting them.
Our school community recently enjoyed two fantastic performances of Matilda the Musical Jr, showcasing the remarkable talent, dedication, and teamwork of our pupils.
From the very first rehearsal to the final curtain call, the cast and crew worked tirelessly to bring the story to life. Their commitment was clear in every scene—whether through confident acting, energetic choreography, or powerful singing. Behind the scenes, pupils also played an essential role, supporting with costumes, props, and technical elements to ensure each performance ran smoothly.
Both shows were met with an incredibly warm response from the audience. Families, friends, and staff were full of praise for the high standard of the production, and the atmosphere in the hall was electric. Each performance concluded with a well-deserved standing ovation, a testament to the hard work and passion shown by everyone involved.
We are immensely proud of all the pupils who took part. Their enthusiasm, resilience, and teamwork made Matilda the Musical a truly memorable experience for our whole school community.
Year 9 won the league final 2-1 against Leasowes High School. This means they have now won the league for a third year in a row, winning every game of each season in the process, which is quite remarkable. Fingers crossed they can go one step further in two weeks time and win the County Cup. Please congratulate the students on their efforts.
On Thursday 16th April the cast of Matilda had the amazing opportunity to perform and speak to Kerry Ingram. Kerry has been in a variety of musicals and TV most notable for Game of Thrones and being the first ‘Matilda’ in Matilda the Musical in the West End.
The students performed their show for Kerry and ended the rehearsal with a chance to ask Kerry questions about her career as well as any advice for the future. Students took the opportunity in their stride and thought about the knowledge that Kerry had about the industry not just in theatre but in TV and asked insightful and knowledgeable questions.
The Earls very own leading lady had the opportunity to speak to Kerry ‘Matilda to Matilda’ and received some brilliant advice and words of wisdom in preparation for the show on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd of May.
The staff were so impressed with the students and the professionalism that they showed on stage as well as through the questions that they asked.
We are so proud of the cast and we can’t wait to show you how hard they have been working on this show!
