Helping Students Aspire to STEM Careers

As UK industry continues to report a skills gap in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM), the importance of providing more education and careers support in this area has never been greater. STEM Ambassadors are an essential resource for schools, as they volunteer their time, enthusiasm and expertise to encourage and inspire young people to …

Staffordshire University’s Great Minds Bus Tour

A specially modified double-decker bus made a stop at Bridgnorth Endowed School last week, giving Year 12 pupils the chance to see what’s on offer at Staffordshire University. The Great Minds Bus, which features a range of immersive and interactive activities, came along to provide some insight into life on campus without even leaving the …

Shropshire Teenage Book Awards 2019

Bridgnorth Endowed School pupils have been asked to take part in the judging for this year’s Shropshire Teenage Book Awards, organised by Concord College and the Shropshire School Library Service. The 2019 shortlist of young adult books features works from top authors, including Michael Morpurgo, Jenny Valentine, Nicola Morgan, and Sita Brahmachari. There are eight …

Mr Fox Invited to Judge at Live Arts Festival

The 40th Wenlock Olympian Society Live Arts Festival opened last weekend, and the event is now in full swing with school-age children competing in various classes of music, dance and drama. Bridgnorth Endowed School music teacher, Mr Fox, has been invited to judge the music categories, which include singing, instrumental and choir performances. The festival, …

Mrs Rhodes Steps Up Training Towards London Marathon Success

Art teacher, Mrs Rhodes, is stepping up training towards next month’s London Marathon as she prepares to ‘warm up’ at the London Landmarks Half Marathon in two weeks’ time. The race takes place in Central London on Sunday 24th March, starting at Pall Mall and finishing near Downing Street, with spectacular views of the city’s …