Bridgnorth Endowed School caterers, Aspens Services, announces its brand-new menu, which is set to be launched to students and staff after the half term break. Each day of the week sees a wide choice of tempting dishes, from family favourites to internationally-inspired recipes, plus delicious pastas, homemade pizzas and tasty snacks. The spirit of adventure …
Year: 2019
Bridgnorth Endowed Gets Duke of Edinburgh Award Accreditation
Recently approved as a Licenced Centre for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Bridgnorth Endowed was awarded its official licence and plaque earlier this week. Mr Wyndham James, operations officer from the organisation’s Central England Regional Office, came into school to formally present the DofE accreditation to Mr Worth and Mr Clayton. The news reflects the …
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The New Chromebooks Are Here
Students that signed up to the school’s Chromebook Programme proudly took delivery of their brand-new devices at the end of January. The new and improved ‘buy your own device’ scheme was launched in November of last year, and has proved to be popular amongst pupils. The purpose of the programme is to enhance the learning …
Grace Takes on British Cyclo-Cross Champs
Talented cyclist, Grace Lister, gave a stellar performance in the British Cyclo-Cross Championships held in Gravesend, Kent last month. The Year 10 Bridgnorth Endowed School student, competed against 90 girls in the Under 16 category, and finished a very credible 7th place. One of many events for all-rounder Grace, cyclo-cross is a form of off-road …
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Student Workshop on University Fees and Finance
Last week, Year 10 students took part in the second of a series of university workshops being delivered across all year groups at Bridgnorth Endowed School. The session tackled university fees, finance and personal statements in a move to raise aspirations and uncover the myths around these topics. Jon Cheek, from UniTasterDays, returned to follow …
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Top Performances at Cross Country Championships
A number of Bridgnorth Endowed School athletes competed in the Shropshire Schools Cross Country Championships in Oswestry on Saturday. Congratulations go to Zoe Gilbody (pictured right), who won the Year 7 girls’ race in emphatic style. Charlotte Gilbody and Holly Bingham performed really well in a tough intermediate girls’ race, coming in 5th and 25th …
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Bridgnorth Aluminium Highlights the Importance of Languages to Year 9 Pupils
Last week, Bridgnorth Aluminium came into school to talk to Year 9 students about the importance of language skills and how they can benefit a wide range of careers. Adrian Musgrave, the company’s Sales and Marketing Manager, delivered the assembly and shared his own career path, highlighting the positive impact of learning a language. At …
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County Netball Success for Year 7 Girls
Four gifted netball players from Bridgnorth Endowed School have been selected for the U12 Shropshire netball squad this season. Year 7 students, Esther Carvell, Daisy Brassington, Niamh Ford and Leila Harvey, are all delighted with the news and look forward to representing the county. The girls join the ranks of Holly Bingham from Year 10, …
Strategy Club Enters National Competition
Seven members of the school’s Strategy Club are set to take part in the first heat of the Games Workshop National School League in Shrewsbury this Saturday. At the event, our students will compete against pupils from other local schools, in a bid to qualify for the West Midlands Regional Final at Warhammer World in …
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National Citizen Service Presentation
On Monday, the National Citizen Service (NCS) is due to come into school to tell students about the incredible scheme that is available to 15 to 17-year olds. With twelve weeks to fill after exams, NCS offers the ideal solution to make it a summer to remember, through exciting new challenges and experiences. Nearly 500,000 …