Latest News - 27th June 2025
A Spectacular Celebration of Creativity - House Arts Competition
This week we enjoyed a truly brilliant evening as the final of our annual House Arts Competition took place. Students from all year groups proudly represented their houses across four creative disciplines: Art, Drama, Food Technology, and Music.
Guests were welcomed into a vibrant celebration of creativity and skill. Every contribution across the disciplines reflected the passion, originality and effort of our students.
Judged by a panel of external experts alongside Mr Murphy and Governor Mrs Weir, the standard this year was exceptionally high. Every student involved should feel incredibly proud of their achievements.
🏆 Congratulations to our 2025 Winners! 🏆
🎨 Art Exhibition
The art display was filled with colour, texture and imagination, showcasing a broad range of work from across all year groups. Students explored themes such as self-portraiture, Day of the Dead, Pop Art and festive textile design.
Best Year 7 Artist: Lylah G. (Christie)
Best Year 8 Artist: Sophie H. (Peake)
Best Year 9 Artist: Will J. (Christie)
Best Independent Entry: Rufus D. (Peake)
Special Mentions: Peter W. & Rayanne H. for outstanding creative contributions
Best Fabric Tinsel:
– 1st: Year 8 Peake
– 2nd: Year 7 Mercury
– 3rd: Year 7 Peake
House Art Winner: Peake
🍰 Food Technology
The food display was a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds! A delicious variety of biscuits, scones and cupcakes were created and beautifully presented by students across all houses. Judges praised the creativity, flavour, and attention to detail in every entry.
Best Biscuit: Marley M. (Mercury)
Best Scone: Mia C. (Brunel)
Best Cupcakes: Isabella H. (Brunel)
Special Mentions: James C., Daniel O., Scarlett D., Nhyiraba A., Sophie H., and Joey E.
House Food Winner: Brunel
🎶 Music
Performances included instrumental solos, original compositions, vocals, and full house bands – all of which showcased technical skill and stage presence.
Best Instrumentalist: Victoria M. – Passacaglia (Mercury)
Best Composer: Kian M. – DJ Set (Christie)
Best Vocalist: Maisie M. – Champagne Problems (Seacole)
Best House Band: Enoch-Mark L., Toby L., Joey L. & Sophie S. – Creep (Christie)
🎭 Drama
Drama entries ranged from scripted performances to devised pieces on meaningful themes, delivered with real passion and presence.
Best Actor: Lily K. (Brunel)
Best Play: What Bullying Looks Like – Tiffany M., Eternity-Love E., Keira V., Faith C. & Lily R.
Best House Drama: Brunel
🥇 Final House Standings
This year saw a thrilling three-way tie, with Peake, Brunel, and Christie all finishing with four category wins each – and sharing the title of Overall House Arts Champions 2025!
A heartfelt thank you to every student who took part, to the staff who supported them and volunteered to help on the night, and to the judges and families who joined us in celebrating this truly special event. The evening was a perfect reflection of our school values — Resilience, Integrity, Success, and Empathy — brought to life through performance, collaboration, and creative excellence.
Update on Works at Winslow Station
We’ve received notification from Network Rail that activity around the new train station site will be increasing over the coming weeks. There will be a noticeable rise in the number of large vehicles and machinery accessing and leaving the area.
These works are expected to last for approximately 12 weeks. Students are urged to be especially careful when walking to and from school, as traffic around the site will be significantly busier.
Please take extra care when travelling near the area, and we will continue to share updates as they become available.
Additional Resourses:
Safety on the Railway - Primary School Film
Safety on the Railway - Secondary School Film
Harrison’s Story (Contains distressing content. Suitable for children 12 and over.)
Talking Teens Parenting Course – Free Sessions in July
We’re pleased to share details of a free Talking Teens parenting course, taking place over two half-day sessions on:
Thursday 10th July and Thursday 17th July
10:00am – 1:00pm
Winslow Community Library, Park Rd, Winslow, Buckingham MK18 3DN
This engaging and supportive course is designed for parents and carers of teenagers, with a focus on:
Building positive family relationships
Improving communication
Negotiating and decision-making
Strategies to reduce conflict
There are still plenty of places available, so please do spread the word within our school community. Filling this course would help ensure more sessions like this can be offered in the North in future.
To request a place, families can email: familyhubgroups@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
Uniform Donations Required
Stock levels in our Preloved Uniform Shop is a little bit low at the moment, so please think of us if you’re having a clear out and have items of uniform that your child has outgrown.
Any donations will be gratefully received at the school reception.
All proceeds go directly to the students via the Student Council.
EmpowerU: Building a Healthy Mind and Future is a life skills programme supporting young people’s mental health through self-care, resilience, inclusivity, digital safety, and healthier habits.
The EmpowerU programme takes a holistic approach to youth mental health, fostering emotional intelligence, resilience, and a sense of belonging. It provides tools for well-being and healthier life choices in a safe, supportive space.
The services and events advertised in this newsletter are not all endorsed by the school. We are simply passing on information that may be of interest to our school community. Parents and guardians are encouraged to exercise their own discretion when considering these opportunities.