Bridgnorth Endowed School recently welcomed Key Stage 2 pupils from Highley Primary for a series of hands-on design technology workshops organised over two weeks. The mixed groups of Year 3 and 4 students got the chance to experiment with computer-aided design software and were shown how a design is created on the laser cutter. The …
Year: 2023
Parenting Teens Workshops
As part of its strategy to support parents and carers, Bridgnorth Endowed delivered two free workshops alongside Shropshire Council’s Parenting Team at a training event held in school last Wednesday. Over twenty parents attended the two-hour sessions, which covered a range of topics to help them understand the stages of development in the teenage years …
Isabelle Scoops Top County Cricket Award
Congratulations to Bridgnorth Endowed student, Isabelle Crann, who recently received the Shropshire Cricket Board Junior Girls’ Award for 2023 at a special presentation event to honour star performers in the county. The talented Year 9 student was recognised for her all-round abilities and commitment to the sport, which has seen her potential shine through and …
Hockey Team’s Bid for the Nationals
Building on the U16 boys latest success outdoors, they are now heading indoors to battle for a place in the Midlands Finals in a bid to represent Bridgnorth Endowed and the Midlands at the National Finals. On Friday 17th November, captain Josh Sykes will be hopeful in leading his team to victory in their qualifying …
Bridgnorth Endowed’s Act of Remembrance
Bridgnorth Endowed honoured those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country at a touching Armistice Remembrance event held in school this morning. Led by Headteacher, Mr Penn, the ceremony was attended by the whole school, and included readings from Head Girl, Martha Harford, and Head Boy, Nathan Ford. The assembled crowd then listened to …
Year 8 Architect Visit
Local architect and Bridgnorth Endowed parent, Ashley Davis, kindly came into school on Monday to talk to some of our Year 8 art students who are currently studying architecture. She talked about her career as an architect and her pathway into the profession, including the subjects she took at school and the range of careers …
Year 7 Team Building Trip
Adventure was in the air last week, when Year 7 students headed off to the University of Worcester’s Lakeside Centre for a jam-packed day of exciting activities and challenges. Designed to help the new cohort bond, the trip included a range of activities to improve teamwork, problem solving, leadership and communication skills, while building resilience, …
Pupils Enjoy a Taste of Spain
A special food tasting lesson brought the wonderful and vibrant flavours of Spain to delighted Year 8 students in school on Friday. Students sampled a range of specialities, including chorizo, Manchego cheese, black and green olives, salted sunflower seeds, potato tortilla, serrano ham and more. The tasting session offered students a fun, interactive way to …
Cast Announced for Oliver!
Oliver! rehearsals are now well underway at Bridgnorth Endowed School and there’s plenty of buzz as the brand-new cast begins working towards live performances booked for next March. The lead roles were recently announced, with two Oliver Twist’s in the form of Archie Wootton and Heidi Kench, while Patrick Ainge stars as Artful Dodger and …
Year 7 and 8 Charity Fun Run
Students from Years 7 and 8 were buzzing with anticipation on Friday morning, as they lined up in their houses to run 5K as part of the Great Ormond Street Race for the Kids. Flags were flying and coloured flares set off to build the excitement of competing for their houses and the runners headed …