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## News

- [News & Events](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/news-events/) - News & Events at Sancton Wood College.
- [Prep School Sports Day 2026](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2026/06/29/prep-school-sports-day-2026/) - There was excitement, determination and plenty of school spirit on display as pupils from nursery through to year 6 came together for this year’s Prep School Sports Day. Throughout the day, children competed in a fantastic variety of events, with opportunities for every age group to shine, covering a range of both track and field,
- [Imogen, Y10, wins a National Poetry Prize.](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2026/07/01/imogen-y10-wins-a-national-poetry-prize/) - Imogen, one of our very talented Y10 students has been announced as a winner of the prestigious Simon Powell Poetry Prize 2026. Imogen decided to enter the competition after her school trip to Poetry Live earlier this year. The competitions is open to the thousands of students who attend the nationwide touring event and 10
- [Sancton Wood Celebrates Strong ISI Inspection Outcomes Across Nursery, Prep and Senior School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2026/04/09/strong-isi-inspection-results-2026/) - Sancton Wood School in Cambridge celebrates positive 2026 ISI inspection outcomes across Nursery, Prep and Senior School, highlighting strong pastoral care and academic progress.
- [Turning Blue Monday into a Moment of Connection and Kindness](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2026/01/16/turning-blue-monday-into-a-moment-of-connection-and-kindness/) - This Blue Monday, Sancton Wood School is focusing on kindness, connection, and wellbeing — supporting pupils through small moments that make a big difference.
- [Education at Its Heart: Community, Connection and Confidence at Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2026/01/30/education-at-its-heart-community-connection-and-confidence-at-sancton-wood/) - At Sancton Wood School, education is built on relationships, community and care. A reflection on inspection, teaching and student confidence.
- [Learning with Heart: Community, Compassion and the Christmas Spirit at Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/12/12/learning-with-heart-community-compassion-and-the-christmas-spirit-at-sancton-wood/) - From theatre trips to charity fundraising, Sancton Wood reflects on a term shaped by generosity, shared experiences and the values that bring learning to life.
- [Human Connection in the Digital Age: Why Children Need More Than Algorithms](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/11/28/human-connection-digital-age-child-wellbeing/) - As AI tools increasingly shape young people’s lives, Sancton Wood reflects on why human connection, expert pastoral care and strong school–family partnerships matter more than ever.
- [Fashion Editor Hetty Mahlich Inspires Senior Students at Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/04/29/hetty-mahlich-fashion-industry-talk/) - Fashion Editor Hetty Mahlich Inspires Senior Students at Sancton Wood As part of our ongoing Inspirational Speakers Programme, we were delighted to welcome Hetty Mahlich, London-based Fashion Editor, Writer and Brand Consultant, to our Senior School. Hetty delivered an engaging talk to the entire student body, offering a rare glimpse into the diverse and fast-moving
- [A Warm Start to the Year and a Focus on Family Support](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/09/12/tart-of-year-family-support/) - A warm start to term at Sancton Wood, with parent events, GCSE guidance and access to Tooled Up resources supporting family and student wellbeing.
- [Why Attendance Matters — And How Sancton Wood Supports Families](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/09/26/why-attendance-matters-and-how-sancton-wood-supports-families/) - Learn why consistent attendance is vital for academic progress and how Sancton Wood partners with families to support wellbeing and engagement.
- [A Week of Achievement and Community at Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/11/14/week-of-achievement-sancton-wood/) - Discover highlights from a standout week at Sancton Wood, from our magical Mary Poppins production to Sports Day and upcoming summer term events.
- [Helping Young People Thrive: Understanding ‘Languishing’](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/10/10/supporting-student-wellbeing-languishing/) - Principal Richard Settle reflects on the concept of “languishing” and how Sancton Wood supports pupils’ wellbeing, engagement and personal growth.
- [Mandarin Calligraphy Workshop Bridges Junior and Senior School Learning](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/06/18/mandarin-calligraphy-workshop-bridges-junior-and-senior-school-learning/) - As part of our carefully designed transition programme to the Senior School, our Y6 pupils recently took part in an inspiring Mandarin calligraphy workshop alongside Y 7 students. The event offered a wonderful opportunity for the younger pupils to experience Senior School learning in a creative and collaborative environment. The workshop began with a fascinating
- [Exploring the Ancient World – Y10 Classics Trip in Cambridge](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/05/16/exploring-the-ancient-world-y10-classics-trip-in-cambridge/) - This term, our Y10 Classical Civilization students had the opportunity to visit the Cast Gallery at the Museum of Classical Archaeology in Cambridge—a hidden gem tucked away within the Faculty of Classics at the University of Cambridge. The gallery is home to one of the largest collections of plaster casts of ancient Greek and Roman
- [A Successful First Open Day Marks Launch of Innovative Hybrid Schooling at Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/05/06/a-successful-first-open-day-marks-launch-of-innovative-hybrid-schooling-at-sancton-wood/) - Today marked a milestone at Sancton Wood School as we celebrated a successful first Open Day for our brand-new hybrid learning programme. Families, students, and educators came together to explore this exciting new offering—one that promises to redefine flexible education in Cambridge. Sancton Wood is proud to be the latest school in the Dukes Education
- [Thriving Minds Conference: A Day of Discovery and Debate for Gifted Students](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/03/31/thriving-minds-conference-a-day-of-discovery-and-debate-for-gifted-students/) - On Tuesday, a group of 16 talented Y7 and 8 students embarked on an exciting journey to Kimbolton School for the annual Thriving Minds Conference, a unique event tailored to curious and gifted learners. The conference provided an enriching day of interdisciplinary exploration, where students delved into a wide range of thought-provoking topics, spanning philosophy,
- [Brain Injury awareness month](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/03/21/brain-injury-awareness-month/) - March is Brain Injury awareness month and to mark this, on Monday Luke Parry (a Lab assistant with us) delivered an assembly to the Senior School students. The presentation served to raise awareness of brain injuries and highlight the work being undertaken by the charity Silver Lining. Luke shared with us all his own incredible
- [Science Week 2025](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/03/14/science-week-2025/) - British Science week is a 10 day celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and takes place between the 7th and the 16th March 2025. On 13th March the Science team took Y7 and Y8 students to visit the Cambridge Science centre on the Science Park, Milton Road. Students completed a one-hour workshop on ballistics,
- [Y8 Trip to the Fitzwilliam Museum: 'Rise Up' Exhibition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/03/10/y8-trip-to-the-fitzwilliam-museum-rise-up-exhibition/) - On Thursday, Y8 students had the opportunity to visit the ‘Rise Up’ exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, a visit that greatly enriched their understanding of a critical period in history. The exhibition, which delves into the transatlantic slave trade and its eventual abolition, provided the perfect complement to the students’ recent studies on
- [Our Students Shine at the Dukes Festival of the Arts](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/02/07/our-students-shine-at-the-dukes-festival-of-the-arts/) - Our Students Shine at the Dukes Festival of the Arts This week marked a significant milestone for our school as we took part in the 10th birthday celebration of Dukes Education by participating in the Festival of the Arts, held at the Royal Festival Hall. The event, which brought together a thousand talented students from
- [Learning alongside the curriculum – Guest speaker programme ](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2025/01/13/learning-alongside-the-curriculum-guest-speaker-programme/) - The arrival of our first guest speaker in 2025, Naomi Alexander Naidoo, could not have been timelier. Global news that morning was all about Mark Zuckerberg ending the use of independent fact checkers on the tech giant Meta and Naomi’s work is in a field which attempts to hold Big Tech companies to account. Luminate (the organisation
- [How to talk to Robots (and school students) ](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/12/03/how-to-talk-to-robots-and-school-students/) - Tabitha is a tech entrepreneur and communicator on the future of Artificial Intelligence, her talk encouraged pupils to think about how they could use AI for future opportunities.
- [Students earn Crest Discovery Award...](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/12/09/students-earn-crest-discovery-award/) - The CREST Award programme is the UK’s largest national award scheme, it encourages young learners to explore, experiment, and excel in STEM.
- [Sancton Wood Celebrate GCSE Results](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/08/22/sancton-wood-celebrate-gcse-results/) - Y11 students at Sancton Wood School had much to celebrate when they opened their GCSE results this morning.
- [Annual Careers Day Inspires Senior School Students](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/10/14/annual-careers-day-inspires-senior-school-students/) - On Wednesday, we held our annual Careers Day at the Senior School, providing our older students with a unique opportunity to hear from professionals across various industries.
- [Our Greek Adventure: A Journey Through History and Culture](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/10/21/our-greek-adventure-a-journey-through-history-and-culture/) - Y11 students summarise their recent trip to Greece to support their Classics course
- [NEW YORK, NEW YORK! ](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/11/11/new-york-new-york/) - During the half term Y10 and Y11 Drama and History students were lucky enough to experience an amazing trip to NYC.
- [Isla in Y10 joins the Dukes Youth Advisory Board](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/11/25/isla-in-y10-joins-the-dukes-youth-advisory-board/) - Isla is a senior student of whom we are always incredibly proud, she has an innate sense of social responsibility. Her talents have been recognised further afield. Isla was chosen out of a plethora of students from all of the Dukes schools and she is now a member of the Youth Advisory Board for the
- [Journalist Jeremy Skeet inspires future storytellers](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/11/27/journalist-jeremy-skeet-inspires-future-storytellers/) - Jeremy Skeet, a former BBC journalist and Head of BBC Social Media, led a talk and discussion with senior school students.
- [Sports Report: Year 7 & 8 Tennis](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/16/sports-report-year-7-8-tennis/) - We travelled north to The Peterborough School and after stopping off at the hospital and a short detour we arrived (sat nav issues).
- [Sports Report:  Junior Tag-Rugby](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/17/sports-report-junior-tag-rugby/) - The day started early and cold for me (-1) but the sun was shining and it looked OK.
- [Sports Report:  Senior Tennis](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/17/sports-report-senior-tennis/) - We arrived at St Ivo and stared with envy at their 8 courts. After some trouble parking the mini bus, Omulo guided us into a space.
- [Sports Report:  Junior Tennis](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/21/sports-report-junior-tennis/) - Sancton Wood's juniors love tennis. We had a real difficulty selecting two teams of four, as so many of our pupils wanted to play.
- [Sports Report:  ISA Regional Athletics Finals](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/06/10/sports-report-isa-regional-athletics-finals/) - Glorious sunshine, lovely pupils and outstanding athletics performances; a perfect day out for Miss Rogerson and Mr. Carrington.
- [Geography Field Trip:  Happisburgh](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/06/15/geography-field-trip-happisburgh/) - Year 8 and our 4 Year 10 geography students set off for the Norfolk coast earlier this week to explore the severe coastal erosion occurring at Happisburgh:
- [Sports Report:  County Cricket Competition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/06/15/sports-report-county-cricket-competition/) - After a mad dash to Parker's Piece, Sancton Wood hurriedly warmed up and discussed tactics as one of our players failed to turn up.
- [Year 6 - Grafham Water Residential](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/06/18/year-6-grafham-water-residential/) - Highlights from Year 6's Residential trip to Grafham Water - June 2016
- [Sancton Wood pupils receive fantastic results at GCSE!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/08/25/sancton-wood-pupils-receive-fantastic-results-at-gcse/) - We are so proud of all the students who received their GCSE results today – with an amazing 100 per cent of students achieving 5 or more A*- C grades.
- [Spanish Exchange Work Experience](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/15/spanish-exchange-work-experience-2/) - This week we have had four Spanish students from Emilio Prado school in Malaga doing their work experience at Sancton Wood.
- [Pre-Prep School Stars of the Week!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/16/pre-prep-school-stars-of-the-week/) - Year 1's star this week is Imogen
- [New Schools Grand Opening](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/17/new-schools-grand-opening/) - Friday 9th September, three days in to the start of a new school year, we proudly held the Grand Opening of our two new school sites.
- [Year 8 Geography Field Trip to Overstrand](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/26/year-8-geography-field-trip-to-overstrand/) - Last week Year 8 and Mrs Corpas enjoyed a very windy and chilly Geography field trip to Overstrand on the Norfolk coast.
- [Salters' Festival of Chemistry](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/26/salters-festival-of-chemistry/) - Four of our budding young Chemists, Sanika, Antonio, Danni and Miguel, spent the day at the Salters' Festival of Chemistry last week where they got to compete in two challenges: 'Who is the Prime Suspect' and a Chemistry challenge which involved working out the Iron content in a vitamin tablet.
- [Easter Service 2018](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/28/easter-service-2018/) - The whole school plus staff and parents filled out St Andrew the Great church in the city centre for Sancton Wood's Easter service.
- [Workshop with Cellist and Composer Aaron Minsky](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/04/23/workshop-with-cellist-and-composer-aaron-minsky/) - Years 7 and 8 were treated to a workshop with the American cellist and composer Aaron Minsky.
- [Doc Orange](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/04/25/doc-orange/) - Doc Orange visited Year 10 yesterday to take a closer look at the structure of the eye.
- [MiniBeasts in Buttercup Room](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/05/02/minibeasts-in-buttercup-room/) - The children in Buttercup Class are really enjoying our 'minibeasts' topic.
- [Healthy Eating in Blossom Room](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/05/03/healthy-eating-in-blossom-room/) - Our focus in Blossom Room this week is healthy eating and our bodies.
- [Year 8 and Pachelbel's Chords](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/05/17/year-8-and-pachelbels-chords/) - Year 8 have been composing over a chord sequence using the eight chord pattern from Pachelbel’s Canon.
- [Year 7 & 8 French Europa Centre Trip](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/05/17/year-7-8-french-europa-centre-trip/) - On the 24th of April, Years 7 and and 8 went on a trip to the Europa Centre where they all had the opportunity to use the French they had learnt in class outside of school.
- [Reception Class Explore Space!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/05/24/reception-class-explore-space/) - We had such an interesting session with our astronomer Matt this morning.
- [Last Week in Reception Class](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/06/11/last-week-in-reception-class/) - Last week Reception Class enjoyed beginning their new 'Castles' topic.
- [Year 2 Transition Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/06/12/year-2-transition-day/) - The children of Year 2 had a half day at St Paul's Road with the Year 3 class doing all number of wonderful activities.
- [Year 7 & 8 Residential Trip |  The Wilderness Centre](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/06/25/year-7-8-residential-trip-the-wilderness-centre/) - On 20th June our Year 7 and 8 students set off to spend 3 glorious days team-building in the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside.
- [Year 8 Geography](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/07/02/year-8-geography/) - Year 8 have been studying international development in Geography lessons to get the students thinking about child labour, poverty and poor working conditions in developing countries.
- [GCSE Results 2018](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/08/30/gcse-results-2018/) - Year 11 students at Sancton Wood School received great news today when they received their GCSE results.
- [A visit to Eaton Square School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/10/04/a-visit-to-eaton-square-school/) - 2nd OctoberYear 11 students visited Eaton Square Upper school on Tuesday to take part in a Compass For Life leadership session.
- [Students visit company specialising in autonomous vehicle technology](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/05/21/students-visit-company-specialising-in-autonomous-vehicle-technology/) - On May 8th, a selection of Y9 and Y10 Computer Science students had the exciting opportunity to visit Five.
- [Y10 Field Trip to Flatford Mill](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/05/07/y10-field-trip-to-flatford-mill/) - Flatford Mill, nestled in the heart of the picturesque Dedham Vale in Suffolk, is a place of natural beauty and historical significance.
- [Thriving Minds Conference](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/04/22/thriving-minds-conference/) - 13 students from Y7-9 went to the Academy Learning Conference at Kimbolton School.
- [Sancton Wood Times](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/06/30/sancton-wood-times-summer-edition/) - We had an action packed Summer Term, full of school trips, exciting projects, competitions and enrichment activities.
- [Independent School Awards Finalist](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/09/12/finalist-for-the-third-year-running/) - We are delighted to announced that Sancton Wood School has been selected as a Finalist in the Independent School of the Year for Student Careers Programme category.
- [Newsletter 22.09.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/09/25/newsletter-22-09-23/) - See what we've been up to this week at Sancton Wood; click the links below to access our Newsletters from 22.09.23.
- [Newsletter 29.09.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/10/04/newsletter-29-09-23/) - See what we've been up to this week at Sancton Wood; click the links below to access our Newsletters from 29.09.23.
- [Newsletter 06.10.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/10/09/newsletter-06-10-23/) - See what we've been up to this week at Sancton Wood; click the links below to access our Newsletters from 06.10.23.
- [Newsletter 13.10.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/10/16/newsletter-13-10-23/) - See what we've been up to this week at Sancton Wood; click the links below to access our Newsletters from 13.10.23.
- [Thriving Minds Symposium](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/11/02/thriving-minds-symposium-creating-mindsets-for-bright-futures/) - Sancton Wood's Thriving Minds symposium made the front page of the BBC News this morning.
- [Newsletter 03.11.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/11/13/newsletter-03-11-23/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood. 03.11.23
- [Newsletter 10.11.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/11/13/newsletter-10-11-23/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood. 10.11.23
- [Newsletter 17.11.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/11/20/newsletter-17-11-23/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood. 17.11.23
- [Newsletter 24.11.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/11/27/newsletter-24-11-23/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood:Sancton Wood Senior School
- [Newsletter 01.12.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/12/04/newsletter-01-12-23/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood:Sancton Wood Nursery Newsletter
- [Newsletter 08.12.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/12/11/newsletter-08-12-23/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood:
- [Sancton Wood Times](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/12/13/sancton-wood-times-3/) - Our Michaelmas term is always a busy with lots of festive celebrations on top of a jam packed curriculum.
- [Newsletter 12.01.24](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/01/15/newsletter-12-01-24/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood:
- [Newsletter 19.01.24](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/01/23/newsletter-19-01-24/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood:
- [Prep School students perform at the O2 arena, raising funds for CAMFED and more...](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/01/29/prep-school-students-perform-at-the-o2-arena-raising-funds-for-camfed-and-more/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood, including our Prep School students' performance at the O2 arena, raising funds for CAMFED and more...
- [Celebrating La Chandeleur, NSPCC Number Day, Big Write fun and more...](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2024/02/05/celebrating-la-chandeleur-nspcc-number-day-big-write-fun-and-more/) - Please click on the links below to access the latest news from Sancton Wood including, celebrating La Chandeleur, NSPCC Number Day, Big Write fun and more...
- [Newsletter 15.09.23](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/09/18/newsletter-15-09-23/) - See what we've been up to this week at Sancton Wood; click the links below to access our Newsletters from 15 September 2023.
- [Impressive GCSE Results](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/08/25/impressive-gcse-results/) - Y11 students at Sancton Wood School received an impressive set of GCSE results this morning.
- [Creating a joy in learning: preparing for the future](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/16/creating-a-joy-in-learning-preparing-for-the-future/) - Experts suggest that 80% of the jobs that our children will be doing in the future don’t currently exist.
- [Parent's Quiz Night](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/11/01/parents-quiz-night/) - Thursday 5th December We're delighted to announce that we will be holding a parents event, a quiz night this term.
- [Exceptional teachers inspiring the future generation of scientists](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/11/06/exceptional-teachers-inspiring-the-future-generation-of-scientists/) - Sancton Wood School is celebrating the remarkable success of the extraordinary teachers in its Science department.
- [ISA nationals](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/11/20/isa-nationals/) - Three top swimmers from Sancton Wood, Beux, Batu and Oskar, represented East Anglia in the ISA nationals at London Olympic swimming pool.
- [Chemistry - a message from Dr Kay to Y7 parents](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/11/22/chemistry-a-message-from-dr-kay-to-y7-parents/) - I would like to thank all parents who discussed a personalised homework programme for their child.
- [Environmental Initiative and Partnership with Waitrose](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/12/03/environmental-initiative-and-partnership-with-waitrose/) - Photographers from the Cambridge Independent and Cambridge News came to capture representatives from Y5 and Y6 deliver our eco-friendly shopping bags to Waitrose.
- [Y6 - KS3 Language Options Form](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/02/28/y6-ks3-language-options-form/) - We have sent home a KS3 Language Options form this week in your child's bag for you to fill out and indicate your child’s first, second and third choice language options.
- [Book Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/02/28/book-week/) - 2nd - 6th March Next week is a very exciting one as we celebrate Book Week!
- [5 Big Questions: A Discussion with EYFS Expert Pam Mundy](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/03/03/5-big-questions-a-discussion-with-eyfs-expert-pam-mundy/) - PostponedWe were disappointed to postpone this event. Over 40 parents, nursery staff and EYFS educators from our local community were set to join the conversation on early childhood.
- [STEM Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/03/13/stem-week-2/) - In our nursery, Elmers and Tigers had the most amazing morning with our STEM Ambassador Mrs Angelillo, working as her super science helpers, making lots of lotions and potions.
- [Sancton Wood Launch Buddy Scheme with St George's Court Care Home](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/03/17/sancton-wood-launch-buddy-scheme-with-st-georges-court-care-home/) - Nearly 70 pupils answered Mr Settle's call to sign up for our Buddy Scheme with St George's Court Care Home and have been busy writing letters and drawing pictures for their residents.
- [Mr Settle Launches Online Breakfast Briefing](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/03/23/mr-settle-launches-online-breakfast-briefing/) - Mr Settle is running a daily online breakfast briefing for all students to kick start the day, provide continuity and keep them in touch with the wider Sancton Wood community.
- [The Sancton Wood Times](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/03/25/the-sancton-wood-times/) - It wasn't how we had planned to deliver the latest edition of The Sancton Wood Times but as with everything at the moment we are all finding new ways of delivering.
- [Building a World-Class Environment with Humphrey Walters](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/04/14/building-a-world-class-environment-with-humphrey-walters/) - There was a huge amount of interest in this event across a wide range of industries in Cambridge from pharmaceuticals to law to sports.
- [Sancton Wood Releases Online Learning Brochure and Portal](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/04/14/sancton-wood-releases-online-learning-brochure-and-portal/) - Welcome back to the summer term, the first of its kind in the history of education.
- [Helping Hand](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/04/24/helping-hand/) - We have set up an email for students to use if they are feeling anxious or it is all getting a bit too much.
- [Acts of Kindness](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/04/27/acts-of-kindness/) - Thanks to our parents who donated to the Cambridge City Foodbank just before the schools closed.
- [Thoughtful students hit the news again](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/05/05/thoughtful-students-hit-the-news-again/) - Some of the wonderful things our students have been doing have hit the news again. Our rainbow featured on BBC news today.
- [Sancton Wood Virtual Choir Debut](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/05/14/sancton-wood-virtual-choir-debut/) - Please enjoy the all new Sancton Wood School Virtual Choir making its debut with 'Bridge over troubled water'.
- [Welcome to the Rock](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/06/30/welcome-to-the-rock/) - Our talented musicians at Sancton Wood perform, 'Welcome to the Rock' from the musical 'Come From Away'.
- [Sancton Wood Celebrate Outstanding GCSE Results](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/08/20/sancton-wood-celebrate-outstanding-gcse-results-5/) - Year 11 students at Sancton Wood School received some outstanding news today when they opened their GCSE results.
- ['Early Adopter' for DfE](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/09/30/early-adopter-for-dfe/) - As you may or may not be aware, the Department for Education (DfE) is developing a new Early Years Framework.
- [Covid-19: Keeping Safe](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/09/30/covid-19-keeping-safe/) - We are continuously reviewing government guidelines and communicating regularly with our parents on the latest updates regarding our response to Covid-19.
- [Poetry Together](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/10/07/poetry-together/) - Last week the children at the Prep School helped launch Dukes’ Poetry Together initiative with a Zoom assembly live to the residents of St. George’s Court Care Home.
- [Remembrance Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/11/13/remembrance-day/) - They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
- [Anti-Bullying Support Team](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/11/13/anti-bullying-support-team/) - As part of our approach to Anti-Bullying Week, I am delighted to announce that we have introduced an Anti-Bullying Support Team at our Senior school.
- [Christmas Performances](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/12/08/christmas-performances/) - Ladies and gentleman, may we present, our virtual Christmas performances featuring years 7 and 8 with Sancton Wood Singers in a rendition of ‘Happy Christmas (War is Over)’.
- [End of Term Art Celebration](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2020/12/14/end-of-term-art-celebration/) - Our Art Department have put together a collection of some of the work created by our talented artists this term in an end of term art celebration.
- [Back to School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/03/05/back-to-school/) - March 8th: a date that parents, teachers and children across the country dared to hope for has been confirmed.
- [Year 10: Future of Robotics with Cambridge University](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/04/30/year-10-future-of-robotics-with-cambridge-university/) - Last week, my classmates and I attended a robotics webinar, in which a group of roboticists presented to us a workshop on the fundamentals of machine learning and the future of robotics.
- [Podcast: Ramatu’s Foundation for Women and Girls’ Empowerment in Sierra Leone](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/06/15/podcast-ramatus-foundation-for-women-and-girls-empowerment-in-sierra-leone/) - We are delighted to announce our partnership with Ramatu’s Foundation for Women and Girls’ Empowerment in Sierra Leone.
- [Prizing Giving Performances](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/07/20/prizing-giving-performances-2/) - Our end of year Prizing Giving is one of the highlights of the year. This year we had some wonderful performances from our Senior School musicians.
- [Sancton Wood Times - Summer 2021](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/08/06/sancton-wood-times-summer-2021/) - Reeeadd all about it. What a year! Read all about our triumphs, celebrations and activities in your latest edition of the Sancton Wood Times.
- [Y11 Receive Outstanding GCSE Results](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/08/12/y11-receive-outstanding-gcse-results/) - Students at Sancton Wood School were thrilled to receive their exam results this morning.
- [Distinctions for all in LAMDA Exam](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/10/15/distinctions-for-all-in-lamda-exam/) - Our students have received outstanding results in the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) Exam.
- [Sancton Wood partners with Cambridge United Football Club on pastoral support initiative for boys and their fathers](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/11/10/sancton-wood-partners-with-cambridge-united-football-club-on-pastoral-support-initiative-for-boys-and-their-fathers/) - Sancton Wood School in Cambridge has partnered with Cambridge United Football Club to launch a pastoral support initiative for boys and their fathers.
- [Emilia Angelillo is Gratnells Science Technician of the Year 2021](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/12/03/emilia-angelillo-is-gratnells-science-technician-of-the-year-2021/) - Emilia Angelillo, our Science Technician and STEM Ambassador, has won Gratnells Science Technician of the Year Award 2021.
- [Sancton Wood Times](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/03/30/sancton-wood-times-2/) - What an 'excellent' and 'outstanding' term it has been. You can 'reeaddddd all about it' here.
- [STEM Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/03/17/stem-week-23/) - STEM week at our school was incredible with the students this week.
- [Sancton Wood Times - Lent 2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/31/sancton-wood-times-lent-2022/) - Read what we have been up to in our latest edition of the Sancton Wood Times. Click to view.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/05/09/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-5/) - I recently spoke to all staff at INSET about the ‘Future Curriculum’ and the changing face of the workplace.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/05/13/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-6/) - This week it’s Mental Health Awareness Week and I attended a Dukes’ Safeguarding and Pastoral Care conference on Wednesday as part of that.
- [Weekly Round Up - 25/03/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/25/weekly-round-up-25-03-2022/) - Parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school. Here's a glimpse of what we have been up to this week - W/C 25/03/2022.
- [Weekly Round Up - 18/03/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/18/weekly-round-up-18-03-2022/) - Our parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/05/20/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-7/) - Dear Parents,I’ve been delighted to witness the start of what I hope might become a new tradition at Sancton Wood this week.
- [Fascinating Flatford Mill trip!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/06/24/fascinating-flatford-mill-trip/) - Our Year 10 Geography students headed to glorious Constable country for a three-day residential staying in the historic buildings at Flatford Mill.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/06/24/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-9/) - This week I have been out of school, supporting Mr. Sayer with a Geography field trip to Flatford Mill, one of many residential trips the school offers each year.
- [Weekly Round Up - 13/05/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/05/13/weekly-round-up-13-05-2022/) - Parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school. Here's a glimpse of what we have been up to this week - W/C 13/05/2022.
- [Weekly Round Up - 10/06/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/06/10/weekly-round-up-10-06-2022/) - Parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school. Here's a glimpse of what we have been up to this week - W/C 10/06/2022.
- [Weekly Round Up - 17/06/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/06/17/weekly-round-up-17-06-2022/) - Parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school. Here's a glimpse of what we have been up to this week - W/C 17/06/2022.
- [Weekly Round Up - 20/05/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/05/20/weekly-round-up-20-05-2022/) - Parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school. Here's a glimpse of what we have been up to this week - W/C 20/05/2022.
- [The importance of people in early years development](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/06/24/the-importance-of-people-in-early-years-development/) - Our Head of Nursery and Pre-Prep has recently written an article on the importance of people in early years development for the Cambridge Independent.
- [Weekly Round Up - 24/06/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/06/24/weekly-round-up-24-06-2022/) - Parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school. Here's a glimpse of what we have been up to this week - W/C 24/06/2022.
- [Easter and Summer Enrichment Programme](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/03/08/easter-and-summer-enrichment-programme/) - We are pleased to announce that booking for our Easter and Summer holiday opportunities programme for 4–18 year old students are now open for registration.
- [Our Town](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/12/08/5485/) - Our senior's dazzled in Sancton Wood’s production of Our Town. Here, Elizabeth, Y10 Playing Mrs Soames and a leading part of the choir gives us her account.
- [Young Voices](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/01/28/young-voices/) - On Tuesday we were treated to a truly magical Young Voices performance at the O2 Arena in London.
- [Poetry Together](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/11/11/5476/) - We were delighted to host the Poetry Together Competition Finals at Sancton Wood.
- [Book Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/03/08/book-week-2/) - We love books! So, from our babies to our teenagers, we went for World Book Week with all the gusto it deserves.
- [Careers Convention](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/11/30/careers-convention/) - On 30th November we welcomed guest speakers from across a wide and varied range of professions to attend our first ever Careers Convention at our Senior School.
- [A Taste of The Big Apple](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/02/24/5463/) - The highly anticipated New York Creative Arts Trip of 2023 finally rolled around the corner, and it passed quicker than any of us could imagine.
- [Sancton Wood Times](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/12/08/sancton-wood-times/) - We celebrate the end of each term with our school newspaper, The Sancton Wood Times.
- [ISI awards the highest ratings in our recent inspection](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2023/02/07/isi-awards-the-highest-ratings-in-our-recent-inspection/) - It gives me huge pleasure to start 2023 by sending you the exceptional results of our recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection.
- [Weekly Round Up - 14/10/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/10/14/weekly-round-up-14-10-2022/) - The latest updates from this week in Sancton Wood - from the 14th October 2022.
- [Weekly Round Up - 7/10/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/10/07/weekly-round-up-7-10-2022/) - Updates from the week beginning the 7th October 2022.
- [The Sancton Wood Times, Summer 22](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/07/07/the-sancton-wood-times-summer-22/) - Details from the events that have happened over the summer.
- [Our Nursery Achieves the Prestigious Millie's Mark Award](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/10/04/our-nursery-achieves-the-prestigious-millies-mark-award/) - Nursery marking the prestigious Millie's Mark Award.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/09/30/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-12/) - Details from the the school Principal.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/09/23/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-11/) - Read up on our interview with the TES with Sarah Brown.
- [Weekly Round Up - 23/09/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/09/23/weekly-round-up-23-09-2022/) - Parents weekly newsletter from the week beginning 23rd September.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/09/16/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-10/) - GCSE reports, results and much more from our students.
- [Weekly Round Up - 16/09/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/09/16/weekly-round-up-16-09-2022/) - Weekly newsletters from the week commencing 16/09/22.
- [Weekly Round Up - 01/07/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/07/01/weekly-round-up-01-07-2022/) - Details of our weekly newsletter for the first day in July.
- [Weekly Round Up - 04/02/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/02/04/weekly-round-up-28-01-2022-2/) - Weekly Round Up – 04/02/2022
- [Weekly Round Up - 11/03/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/11/weekly-round-up-04-04-2022-2/) - Here’s a glimpse of what we have been up to this week!
- [Supporters' Club Parent Talks](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/02/11/supportersclub/) - Many of you will recall that we launched a PSHE programme with Cambridge United called Supporters’ Club last year. This involves a trifold approach of boys only PSHE lessons, parenting talks and match day events. The PSHE lessons are now well underway and have been delivered by CUFC are part of their collaborative ‘Mind YourMany of you will recall that we launched a PSHE programme with Cambridge United called Supporters’ Club last year. This involves a trifold approach of boys only PSHE lessons, parenting talks and match day events. The PSHE lessons are now well underway and have been delivered by CUFC are part of their collaborative ‘Mind Your
- [Weekly Round Up - 04/03/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/04/weekly-round-up-04-04-2022/) - Our parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school.
- [World Book Day 2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/07/world-book-day-2022/) - This year at Sancton Wood Senior School we participated in many activities to celebrate World Book Day, including having a special assembly.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/03/04/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-4/) - Half-term saw the second of our Supporters’ Club match day initiatives at Cambridge United.
- [Weekly Round Up - 11/02/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/02/11/weekly-round-up-11-02-2022/) - Our parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/02/04/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-3/) - Monday of last week was the International Day of Education as set down by The United Nations.
- [Enrichment Spotlight: Fabulous Forest School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/02/02/enrichment-spotlight-fabulous-forest-school/) - As part of our Enrichment programme, the head of Nursery and Pre-Prep, Miss Nic Henson runs Forest School for Pre-Prep.
- [Weekly Round Up - 28/01/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/01/28/weekly-round-up-28-01-2022/) - Our parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/01/28/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle-2/) - This week I read two interesting articles about 'voices'.
- [Weekly Round Up - 21/01/2022](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/01/21/weekly-round-up-21-01-2022/) - Our parents receive a weekly newsletter keeping them up to date with all we do in school.
- [A word from Principal, Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2022/01/21/a-word-from-principal-richard-settle/) - I’d like to flag that it was the UKs so-called ‘Blue Monday’ this week, it is claimed that the third Monday in January is the most depressing day of the year.
- [Highest Ever Ranking in The Sunday Times](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/12/10/highest-ever-ranking-in-the-sunday-times/) - Sancton Wood has been ranked 7th place nationally in this year’s Sunday Times’ Parent Power List.
- [Sancton Wood Times - Michaelmas 2021](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2021/12/10/sancton-wood-times-michaelmas-2021/) - What a term! Read what we have been up to in our latest edition of the Sancton Wood Times.
- [Senior Girls Netball](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/12/senior-girls-netball/) - This is the final netball outing for this fantastic group of girls. I have been coaching some of them since year 3. I could not have wished for a nicer team to have coached. They started the tournament by beating Parkside 2-0, Beating Netherhall 5-2, drawing with Bottisham 3-3 and St Bedes 2-2. I then
- [Year 11's Dementia Experience](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/12/04/year-11s-dementia-experience/) - What is Dementia like? Dementia is becoming a household name. It is a growing problem and the reality is that it will only get worse. Dementia is described as “a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language”. But what does that mean? What does that feel like?
- [Table Tennis Test for Senior Boys](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/22/table-tennis-test-for-senior-boys/) - Sancton Wood senior boys played North Cambridge Academy at Table Tennis.
- [ISA Regional Cross Country](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/10/isa-regional-cross-country-2/) - After an incredibly long journey into deepest darkest Suffolk, we arrived at the sea and turned immediately left into Alexanders school. I really thought for once that my enthusiasm and passion to ensure SW's pupils are given every opportunity, had blinded my ability to make sensible decisions. Why had I just driven for two hours
- [Seniors Triumphant at Table Tennis](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/26/seniors-triumphant-at-table-tennis/) - Congratulation to our lower school boys table tennis team who have qualified for the County finals... We entered the tournament with both an A and B squad and both qualified. Our two teams of eight boys had to play teams from two huge schools: Netherhall and Linton. We won most of our matches. Antonio -
- [Sporting Talent](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/26/sporting-talent/) - Congratulations to Kyran in year 8... Kyran is the first ever Sancton Wood pupil to be talented enough to attend Cambridgeshire County Table Tennis trials. He already plays cricket for the county and is a valued member of his local rugby team and is showing great promise at hockey and a number of track & field
- [National Cross Country Finals](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/01/national-cross-country-finals/) - Congratulations to our four talented cross country runners who braved the cold and ran in the ISA National Cross Country last Saturday at Princethorpe College in Warwickshire. Ben in Year 10 came in 37th and was the fifth runner home for the East Anglian Team: meaning he beat four of his team mates who beat
- [Match Report:  Sancton Wood vs King's Ely School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/12/match-report-sancton-wood-vs-kings-ely-school/) - As we travelled the 16 miles to king's Ely the boys were in good spirits, shame about the weather but as I pointed out it's the same for both teams. We arrived safely and on time and were greeted by one of their many sports teachers, the boys quickly changed and got down to the
- [SWS makes Top 10 list for GCSE schools in Cambridgeshire](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/01/sws-makes-top-10-list-for-gcse-schools-in-cambridgeshire/) - I was delighted to hear yesterday that SW had made it into Cambridgeshire's top 10 schools for their GCSE results in 2016. Article We placed 5th in the table overall: 1. Focus School - 69.3 // NP // 100 // 88 2. St Mary's School - 65.8 // NP // 88 // 20 3. Parkside
- [Year 9 boys Inter Schools Rugby](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/10/26/year-9-boys-inter-schools-rugby/) - The Sancton Wood boys set of to Cambridge Rugby Club for the Year 9 rugby competition with 15 players, we had a few drop out late on; A big thank you to the four Year 8 boys who stepped up and played all of the games. Our first game was against the reigning champs Netherhall:
- [Geneva](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/07/geneva/) - During the Lent half-term a group of our Upper School students took the opportunity to visit Geneva in Switzerland. The three day trip, organised by Mr Guerin, gave the group of twenty Year 10 & 11 students a fascinating insight behind the scenes at CERN in the company of Prof Claudio Santoni and the United Nations (Palais de
- [STEM Week | Bouncing with Year 9](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/16/stem-week-bouncing-with-year-9/) - Using a handful of household ingredients, Year 9 enjoyed a STEM lesson with Mrs Ainscough and made slime, which eventually this became firm enough to turn into bouncy balls. The science the group learnt was about how some polymers are found as long chains, and if they can move freely over each other they behave
- [East Africa Children's Project](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/11/26/east-africa-childrens-project/) - We were delighted to be visited by Pieter Lagaay from The East Africa Children’s Project on Monday.
- [10 Books to Read over Summer](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/07/06/10-books-to-read-over-summer/) - The summer holidays are almost amongst us and it is important to make sure that the students are reading.
- [Book of the Month - Esio Trot by Roald Dahl](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/09/13/book-of-the-month-esio-trot-by-roald-dahl/) - Welcome to the new blog feature, the monthly book club! Reading is essential for growth and development.
- [Anglia Ruskin University, IT Department](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/10/03/anglia-ruskin-university-it-department/) - Year 10 attended a lab experience morning at ARU IT department at Compass House on East Road.
- [Head Prefects Announced](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/17/head-prefects-announced/) - Our Year 8s are enjoying being at the top of the tree and have grabbed the opportunity with both hands to lead the school through a number of positions of responsibility. I am very pleased to announce that Malak and Joshua are our new head prefects with Rose and Jacob as our deputy head prefects.
- [Year 4 Trip to The Fitzwilliam Museum](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/29/year-4-trip-to-the-fitzwilliam-museum/) - Our trip to the Fitzwilliam Museum to see the Ancient Egyptian exhibition was a great success. The children worked hard to see as much as they could in the time, focussing on little details as well as the large sarcophagi that dominate the space. We saw all sorts of artefacts that gave us clues
- [New Prep School Councillors](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/01/new-prep-school-councillors/) - The last two weeks have been busy with children rising to the challenges of new responsibilities. Our new prefects and heads of Houses have been settling into their new roles brilliantly. This week we elected our school councillors who are all chomping at the bit to get to their first meeting to put their ideas forward
- [New House Captains](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/01/new-house-captains/) - Congratulations to our team of House Captains in the Prep School. Dragon, Phoenix and Griffin Houses have now each elected their House captains for this term; Guy, Max (Phoenix), Fraser, Ella (Griffin), Richard and Joshua (Dragon) all voted in by their peers are now looking forward to taking on their new roles and responsibilities. All of
- [Sports Report:  Year 6 ISA Triathlon](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/15/sports-report-year-6-isa-triathlon/) - The Year 6s travelled 50 miles to Woodlands School who provided an outstanding environment for the Triathlon competition. With a variety of bikes, a swimming pool, running grounds and lots of support staff, the event was certainly to be remembered. The Triathlon starts with a 50m swim, after which the students hop out of the
- [Sports Report:  Year 7 Rugby Sevens vs North Cambridge Academy](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/15/sports-report-year-7-rugby-sevens-vs-north-cambridge-academy/) - The Year 7s played a fantastic passing game, off-loading the ball at every opportunity and supporting each other in runs. It was a ‘coaching’ game, so the players from both teams were learning by doing and given coaching points throughout the game to help their understanding of rugby. The game was broken down into 3
- [Sports Report:  Year 8 Rugby Sevens vs North Cambridge Academy](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/15/sports-report-year-8-rugby-sevens-vs-north-cambridge-academy/) - 3 x 15minute thirds was the protocol for this Year 8 game. Martha, one of our Year 8 Sports prefects was at the match and noted some rough statistics and the basis of the games match report. Martha noted that the opposition, which again were large in physical size, had excellent defence, thus Sancton Wood
- [Sports Report:  Year 7 Rugby Sevens vs King's Ely School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/15/sports-report-year-7-rugby-sevens-vs-kings-ely-school/) - Year 7 SW have a natural and outstanding team dynamic based on excellent running, constant passes, changes in playing direction and huge bravery in the tackle. Such a dynamic requires gentle coaching so the teams natural style of play remains high, while their development points are improved. The number one development point that the team had
- [Pets at the Prep School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/11/14/pets-at-the-prep-school/) - On Monday 7th November, Natalie Howe, one of the founding members of Luna Animal Rescue, in Royston, came into Sancton Wood to officially hand over Bramble and Blackberry, the two rabbits that the school has adopted. The students have been asking for a school pet for quite some time and when Mrs Cottam found out
- [A Visit from Mrs Wragg](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/01/16/a-visit-from-mrs-wragg/) - Year 3 started off the new term & year with a visit from Mrs Wragg (an ex teacher at Sancton Wood) who has recently returned from the Galapagos Island to share her experiences. The children asked some very insightful questions and really enjoyed the fruits Mrs Wragg brought for them to taste. Do ask the children
- [Year 4's Rubbish Trip](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/10/year-4s-rubbish-trip/) - Year 4 finished the first half of term with a trip to the Amey Cespa waste recycling plant in Waterbeach. Here we learned about the different places that our waste goes to be sorted, observed machines and people sorting the waste, made an elephant from a milk bottle, used the compost made at the site (which is
- [Match Report:  Year 4 boys Hockey team vs Stephen Perse](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/15/match-report-year-4-boys-hockey-team-vs-stephen-perse/) - The Year 4 boys had been building up to this game for over a week and were excited to play. The team arrived at the astro pitch and quickly got warmed up with some passes, dribbling, shooting and general game play. The latter is important to get the students thinking and ready for their decision
- [Year 5 & 6 Hockey tournament with Cambridge Schools Partnership Scheme](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/16/year-5-6-hockey-tournament-with-cambridge-schools-partnership-scheme/) - The Quicksticks / 4 a-side Hockey tournament was run by the Cambridge Schools Sports Partnership and allows many local primary schools to be involved. Both the Year 5 and Year 6 team had 5 games each against a variety of schools. The Year 5 team lost their first game, won their second and third game
- [STEM Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/20/stem-week/) - In the first half of our STEM week, Year 4 were given the task of designing ear defenders for the children of popstars, so that they could enjoy concerts without damaging their ears. We started by considering materials we thought would have sound muffling properties, and worked in teams to plan and carry out a fair
- [Match Report:  Year 6 (Tag Rugby) vs St Laurence Primary School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/17/match-report-year-6-tag-rugby-vs-st-laurence-primary-school/) - Two mixed SW teams from Year 6 faced St Laurence Primary School on 28th February It was perfect rugby weather, wet and cold; and the SW players were keen to get the game started. The SW teams were split into two groups, with 6 players per team and two games going on simultaneously. Game 1
- [Prep School Inter House Public Speaking Competition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/24/prep-school-inter-house-public-speaking-competition/) - Over the past half term all of the children in the Prep School have been busy researching, writing and practicing speeches for the school Inter House public speaking competition. This week each child has delivered their speech to their class and then classes voted for the best speech or speeches for each House. These
- [Sancton Wood at the BUCS Rugby Union Finals](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/04/03/sancton-wood-at-the-bucs-rugby-union-finals/) - 11 students from Prep to upper Prep were invited to Twickenham to watch two rugby matches; the Women’s followed by the Men’s British University Rugby Finals. The students were selected based on their all-round positive attitude, commitment to the PE sporting values (T-REDS) and for students that are taking IGCSE PE next year. For the
- [Match Report:  Year 7 & 8 Girls Football vs North Cambridge Academy](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/04/01/match-report-year-7-8-girls-football-vs-north-cambridge-academy/) - Ferocity, toughness, resilience, teamwork, strength. These are some of the key words that directly highlight the girl’s football game against NCA and for SW it was truly a battle! The girls from NCA were tough and they made sure SW knew it. NCA were strong but fair in their tackles and forceful in attack,
- [Match Report:  Year 6 Football Tournament](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/04/10/match-report-year-6-football-tournament/) - 100 minutes of football playing time: that is how long the Year 6 boys were on their feet playing football. They were against a variety of school teams in an event organised by Coleridge College, who we would like to say thank you to for their invitation. By the end of the tournament the boys
- [Sports Report |  Year 5 & 6 Football](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/05/sports-report-year-5-6-football/) - On Monday 24th April the Year 5 & 6 boys football team had their second tournament at Coleridge School. The first week back commenced with the Year 5 & 6 boys having the second phase of their football tournament at Coleridge school. Here they played a number of primary schools from the local area. In
- [Sports Report | Year 5 & 6 Mixed Netball Competition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/05/sports-report-year-5-6-mixed-netball-competition/) - With many local schools participating the speed of the games were fast and furious, with 3 minute halves and 1 minute rest at half-time. Within the first hour SW had 4 matches; lost one, drew the next, won the third and lost the fourth. The weather was also starting to take a nasty turn and
- [Sports Report |  Year 5 & 6 Mixed Tag Rugby Competition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/08/sports-report-year-5-6-mixed-tag-rugby-competition/) - Mixed Year 5 & 6 Tag Rugby team tournament at Woodlands Schools, Great Warley. Tag Rugby is a wonderful and inclusive game for all genders to work together, running at maximum speed and organising tactics. The weather and grounds at Woodlands school were perfect for the day. Sancton Wood started off a little slow in
- [Sports Report |  Year 8 Boys Football](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/08/sports-report-year-8-boys-football/) - North Cambridge Academy (NCA) - A school just 10 minutes away from SW who are always happy to play against us and vice-versa. Their PE teachers are well organised and always take the lead in refereeing at their home fixtures. This is a most undervalued role of the PE teacher and yet a most important role;
- [Year 3 Visit to the Quentin Blake Exhibition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/09/22/year-3-visit-to-the-quentin-blake-exhibition/) - Year 3 recently visited the Quentin Blake exhibition currently being held by the Folio Society at the Heong Gallery (Downing College). Diya from Kowhai class has written a report on trip: 'We saw lots of Quentin Blake's pictures. My favourite part was when we wrote a story about what we saw in our favourite picture.
- [Year 3 Visit to the Botanical Gardens](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/10/09/year-3-visit-to-the-botanical-gardens/) - Miss Hodges Kohwai class have been learning all about the Rainforest this term as part of their topic. Last week they took the opportunity to visit the Cambridge University Botanical Gardens. Kherlen has written a report: 'I loved going inside to see the Titan flower, it had a reeky smell because a bit of the
- [ISA Girls National Football Festival](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/10/13/isa-girls-national-football-festival/) - On Tuesday 10th October 8 girls from Years 7 and 8 travelled to Ascot to take part in the Girls football festival. 16 teams entered the U13 group so the girls knew the task ahead of them. They started the day strong with a very early goal by Captain Selina, unfortunately our opponents were quick
- [Match Report:  Year 6 Football](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/10/26/match-report-year-6-football/) - Match report by Team Captain Harry Cotton Sancton Wood U11 Football team kicked off their season with a 13 goal thriller. The Unicorns made the short trip to Latham Road for an away fixture and local derby clash against arch rivals Stephen Perse. The Unicorns were fired up and ready to break the curse of
- [Cambridgshire Chess Championship | Round 2 report](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/13/cambridgshire-chess-championship-round-2-report/) - Saturday 11th November saw the second round of matches in the Cambridgeshire Schools Chess Competition. Sancton Wood started the day in a high-flying 9th equal, however two matches against the B teams of two of the 'big guns', St Faith's and King's Cambridge Schools, were tough tasks. In the first match against King's B, all
- [ISA East Swimming Championships](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/23/isa-east-swimming-championships/) - 28 Students from years 4-11 represented the school at the ISA area swimming championships in Ipswich. There were outstanding performances from all swimmers showing a tremendous amount of determination and resilience. With over 20 schools participating the junior event we knew it would be a tough competition. However Beux in Year 4 and Stirling in
- [Photography Competition Winners](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/12/04/photography-competition-winners/) - Congratulations to the winners of our 'Portraits & Hobbies' photography competition. It was great to see so many of the students from the Prep & Upper schools get involved and submit entries. A selection of shortlisted entries were chosen by Mrs Worker & Mr Settle and the winning photographs chosen by a combination of staff
- [Sports Review Michaelmas Term 2017](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/12/31/sports-review-michaelmas-term-2017/) - The PE department want to thank you all, as always, for supporting your children in their sporting fixtures. Often these fixtures result in the students returning to school at 5 or 6pm and depending on traffic our return times are sometimes missed. For your patience and understanding, we would like to say thank you. Sports
- [Inter-House Cross Country](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/12/13/inter-house-cross-country/) - This week the pupils from Years 3-10 have participated in the Inter-House Christmas Cross Country. Many of the year groups travelled to Cherry Hinton Park for their run and we saw lots of fabulous festive gear for the race, even the snow made an appearance early in the week. All the pupils really pushed themselves
- [Unicorns Represent East Anglia at ISA National Swimming Finals](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/24/unicorns-represent-east-anglia-at-isa-national-swimming-finals/) - After achievements at the ISA (Independent schools association) regional event in November 7 pupils from Sancton Wood represented East Anglia at the ISA National swimming finals the the London Aquatic centre. Beux, Year 4 - Freestyle and Freestyle relay : 4th place Stirling, Year 6 - Breaststroke and Medley relay : Bronze Freddie, Year 7
- [Year 3 Visit the Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/26/year-3-visit-the-museum-of-archaeology-anthropology/) - As part of their topic this term on the Stone Age & Iron Age, Year 3 took a trip to the Cambridge University Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology this week where they got to take a closer look at some artefacts and learn more about what happened during the Stone Age & Iron Age periods.
- [Match Report:  Year 6 Netball](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/26/match-report-year-6-netball/) - Newnham Croft vs Sancton Wood We were missing two players, which meant the other team had more people. That was one disadvantage and also we did not start with the ball. Sadly we lost to the other team In the first quarter it was 1-1 with Maya scoring. But in the second quarter we didn’t
- [Cambridgeshire Schools Chess | Round 4 Report](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/30/cambridgeshire-schools-chess-round-4-report/) - The 4th round of the Cambridgeshire Schools Chess Championship took place at St Faith's School on Saturday. The Sancton Wood team played two matches, the first against Haslingfield, which was won 5-0. The second match was against St Bede's which was won 4-1. Neither of these teams were able to field a full side, but
- [Year 5 Explore Wicken Fen](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/01/year-5-explore-wicken-fen/) - Year 5 visited Wicken Fen as part of work on the topic of Water. Everyone said they enjoyed the day very much and could explain several new things they'd learned. This is a report from one of the Year 5s: ' First we had safety tips then we went on the board walk, over a
- [Year 5 in the Cold](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/08/year-5-in-the-cold/) - Year 5 visited the excellent Scott Polar Research Institute Museum this week where they got learn about the extreme conditions that scientists are faced with in Antarctica. The children got to explore the museum and looked at some of the items they would need to pack if they were to visit the frozen continent. The
- [Match Report | Year 6 Netball vs St Laurence](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/23/match-report-year-6-netball-vs-st-laurence/) - Our Year 6 Netball team took to the court last week, Arthur who played in the fixture has written the following match report: On the 21st of February some of Year 6 went to St Laurence for a Netball fixture, the format was that we had two teams they had one. After one match we
- [Match Report | Sancton Wood vs Colville Primary School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/09/match-report-sancton-wood-vs-colville-primary-school/) - Sancton Wood vs Colville Primary School - Years 3 & 4 Football Match - Tuesday 6th March. At the start there was a Sancton Wood kick off between Sophie and Cambriell. We got to the other end with the ball but then got tackled and they got it back to their attacking end. Our defenders
- [STEM Week |  The Plastic Tide Project](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/14/stem-week-the-plastic-tide-project/) - As part of our week long celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, Year 6 and Year 7 have spent their ICT lessons this week learning about the The Plastic Tide Project and then continuing their development as Citizen Scientists by helping to find & tag pieces of plastic and litter on our beaches. It is a
- [Marbles, Conkers, Splatting & Printing](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/09/marbles-conkers-splatting-printing/) - We have had another brilliant few weeks at Baby Unicorns. The children have settled in so brilliantly and are really exploring and engaging in the lovely activities we have planned from their interests. The September home visits continue to be extremely helpful, even this late on in term, as we have such a great knowledge of the
- [Jam Sandwiches](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/11/13/jam-sandwiches/) - Year 2 had great fun in ICT this week creating an algorithm for making a Jam Sandwich, they had to be able to program a robot to complete the task and to take turns being the robot. At the end of the lesson the children got to eat their creations - and yummy they
- [Winter Arrives in Reception Class!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/01/22/winter-arrives-in-reception-class/) - We are off to a chilly start in Reception with our 'cold' theme. It is a shame we haven't seen much real snow so far - my fingers are crossed that the children get to experience the real thing! The children have done some lovely work based around our theme. They have written about snowmen,
- [Unicorn Nursery Go On A Bear Hunt](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/01/22/unicorn-nursery-go-on-a-bear-hunt/) - We have had a very exciting start to the term; a bear moved into our classroom and built a cave! He is very friendly though! We have been reading 'We're Going On A Bear Hunt' and have enjoyed taking part in lots of activities relating to the stories.
- [Baby Unicorns Celebrate Chinese New Year!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/02/baby-unicorns-celebrate-chinese-new-year/) - Baby Unicorns have had an exciting week; Chinese New Year was celebrated by food tasting, exploring the colours associated with the new year and talking about how families celebrate. Mrs Guo came in to share a story about the monster who lived in the sea. The Sunflower children sat beautifully and listened intently as Mrs
- [Readathon Arrives at Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/01/readathon-arrives-at-sancton-wood/) - Readathon arrived at Sancton Wood this week and the Pre-Prep & Prep Schools were delighted to find new books in their libraries - well not quite. These two GIANT books, made by Miss Robbins & Mrs Janes, had to go in the hallway! These two beautifully handcrafted giants won't be alone in the hallway, students
- [BOOKISH LOVELINESS](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/09/bookish-loveliness/) - Something very special that happened at Sancton Wood today. Four weeks ago Mrs Cowan and I took Year 6 down to meet the Reception children to talk to them about the sort of books that they like to read and about their favourite things. As part of our Book Week celebrations, the year 6 children
- [Fitz & Will Visit the Pre-Prep School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/17/fitz-will-visit-the-pre-prep-school/) - Much to the surprise and total delight of the Pre-Prep children two amazing book characters joined them at playtime last Wednesday afternoon. Fitz and Will, the larger than life, beautiful cats from the wonderful books that Mrs Mann co-authored were a big hit and every child wanted to cuddle and stroke them! Afterwards each class
- [STEM Week at the Pre-Prep School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/24/stem-week-at-the-pre-prep-school/) - Last week was STEM Week (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) at Sancton Wood and we really embraced it in Year 1 with lots of exciting experiments throughout the week. We made a tornado in a bottle, a vinegar volcano, used invisible writing and many more. We were also lucky enough to have Dr Tim Biggs
- [New Head of Nurseries & Pre-Prep School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/15/new-head-of-nurseries-pre-prep-school/) - Last week, two-day interviews and assessments were held for pre- selected candidates (there were numerous applicants!) for my position, Head of Nurseries and Pre-Prep. It was a high quality field, and in the end it was a very tough decision between two outstanding teachers out of the five excellent candidates. Miss Nicola Henson is a keen
- [Year 1 Minibeasts](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/12/year-1-minibeasts/) - As part of their Science Topic - taught by Mrs Russell - on 'animals', Year 1 children investigated minibeasts in our garden. They managed to find worms, woodlice, beetles, spiders, centipedes, ants and (lots!) of greenfly! They were very careful to catch their minibeasts tenderly, and released them back where they found them. Brilliant Year
- [Reception Class meet the Police](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/25/reception-class-meet-the-police/) - As part of our Understanding of the World we learnt all about Police Officers and were lucky enough to have a visit from Mae Grace's mummy. Officer Matthews told us so many interesting facts and we all got to dress up as real Police Officers, she even brought her real police car to Sancton Wood!
- [Nursery Trip to Linton Zoo](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/06/07/nursery-trip-to-linton-zoo/) - Despite the wet weather we were very lucky to see a great selection of animals. Both the tiger and family of lions came right up to their fences allowing the children to have a really good look, they were quite amazing and held the children's attention for a long time. The Owls and Kookaburras were
- [Poetry Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/06/19/poetry-week/) - What a marvellous poetical time we had last week. Lots of wonderful poems were read, composed, and shared. The children really enjoyed listening to poems that were silly, sad or serious, and excelled themselves at writing their own. The highlight of the week was 'Poetry Showcase', when Unicorn Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 classes
- [Year 2 Trip to Wandlebury Country Park](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/06/19/year-2-trip-to-wandlebury-country-park/) - Our excellent trip to Wandlebury promoted lots of writing this week and they all enjoyed writing an account of our fantastic day out exploring different habitats. The weather was amazing and we had a great day with our guide Catherine, exploring a grassland area, a pond and a woodland and identifying the creatures that live
- [Girls on Board](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/10/16/girls-on-board/) - As part of our continued Pastoral programme, this year we have signed up to Girls on Board. Girls on Board is a programme which was developed by Andrew Hampton, Headteacher of Thorpe Hall School in Essex. The aim of the programme is to help girls, their parents and the teachers understand the complexities
- [Children in Need Week at the Nurseries & Pre-Prep](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/17/children-in-need-week-at-the-nurseries-pre-prep/) - The Nurseries and Pre-Prep School have enjoyed an amazing fundraising week for Children in Need. From hook a duck to bake sales to dressing in something 'spotacular', every day has taught the children about what we can do to help others who are less fortunate; how kindness and generosity can make a big difference. We
- [Thanksgiving Assembly  -  with Archie and his Mummy.](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/24/thanksgiving-assembly-with-archie-and-his-mummy/) - On Thursday the 23rd November we were joined by Mrs Flaherty (Archie’s mummy) for our ‘Thanksgiving’ assembly. All week the children had been learning about ‘Thanksgiving’ and taking part in activities to celebrate. The children were proud to show and tell Mrs Flaherty what they had made and learnt. They then enjoyed listening to Mrs
- [Pre-Prep Children meet Ivor Goodsite!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/28/pre-prep-children-meet-ivor-goodsite/) - Today the children in our Year 1, Buttercup and Blossom classes made the short trip down Station Road to meet Ivor Goodsite and site development manager David Slater from Galliford Try. The children got to learn all about what makes a good and safe construction site. Thanks Ivor, keep up the great work!
- [Enrichment & Educational Visits Review 2017](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/12/31/enrichment-educational-visits-review-2017/) - What an incredibly eventful term it has been for enrichment activities at Sancton Wood! From Nursery right up to Year 11 the school has been characteristically busy, with students taking part in extracurricular activities and extended learning across all subjects and year groups. All these activities culminated in a spectacular senior production of the Mystery
- [Reception Class on the Hunt for Dinosaurs](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/22/reception-class-on-the-hunt-for-dinosaurs/) - On Friday, Reception visited Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences to find out more about dinosaurs! We learnt about the sizes and strides of different sized dinosaurs and we compared our teeth with herbivore and carnivore teeth! We went on a treasure hunt looking for something 'really big', 'really small', 'really scary', 'spiny and spiky' and
- [New Sports Equipment at the Pre-Prep](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/05/new-sports-equipment-at-the-pre-prep/) - During the summer term, the Nursery and Pre-Prep collected 'Active Kids' vouchers from Sainsbury's. We were able to collect an amazing number of vouchers which meant we could obtain lots of great equipment for our play time activities and P.E. lessons: an activity chest, skittles, bean bags, cones, quoits, skipping ropes, tennis balls, Super Safe
- [A Week with Buttercup](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/06/a-week-with-buttercup/) - Children in Buttercup are enjoying their journey and transport theme this half term. So far, we have had a week of 'walking', a week of 'wheels', a week of 'up in the air' and now we are 'in Space'! We have been very creative, making a representation of each kind of transport. This week we
- [Jack and the Beanstalk in Blossom](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/09/jack-and-the-beanstalk-in-blossom/) - The children in Blossom Class have enjoyed Jack and the Beanstalk topic this term. This week measured and compared the beanstalks we had planted, they have grown "right up to the castle" and are now ready to take home!
- [Last Week in Year 2](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/12/last-week-in-year-2/) - Lots of fun things going on inside and outside of the classroom at the Pre-Prep School last week, here's a look at what Year 2 got up to... Learning about the pull of gravity by timing spinners as they fell from a metre height to the ground. Each spinner was weighted differently with paper
- [Buttercup Class visit the Botanic Gardens](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/06/25/buttercup-class-visit-the-botanic-gardens/) - On Friday 22nd June, Buttercup Class visited the Botanic Gardens.
- [Anglia Ruskin University](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/10/03/anglia-ruskin-university/) - Students from Y10 and 11 visited the Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge, for a morning of "Physics at work".
- [Upper-Prep Visit to the Europa Centre](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/01/upper-prep-visit-to-the-europa-centre/) - We are delighted to announce an exciting enrichment opportunity. Following the success of last year’s visits, we are again running Upper Prep visits to the Europa Centre in Hornchurch, Essex. These visits will provide students with an invaluable opportunity to practise and enhance their French and Spanish language skills in an intensive and fun way
- [French Immersion Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/06/06/french-immersion-day/) - Years 7 to 10 enjoyed a fabulously French time meeting their penpals when they visited from Collège Lėon Blum, Wavrin, France today!
- [Triathlon](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/10/10/triathlon/) - Our Lower School Triathlon Team had a great day at Woodlands School where they took part in the ISA Sport Triathlon competition.
- [Halloween-themed fun for Early Years!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/10/22/halloween-themed-fun-for-early-years/) - Halloween is fast approaching, and it is a perfect time to mix up your play time with more of a spooky theme!
- [Hordes of Chords!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/29/hordes-of-chords/) - Year 8 have been exploring hordes of chords in Music this week and here are some short demos of their work: Creative & Performing Arts
- [The Great Sancton Wood Bake Off](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/10/31/the-great-sancton-wood-bake-off/) - We had a fantastic event we had at school yesterday with the Bake sale and the Show Stopper competition.
- [UKMT Maths Challenge](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/16/ukmt-maths-challenge/) - We have had some great success in maths this term. Earlier this term nine students from Years 9, 10 and 11 sat the UKMT Intermediate Challenge. Between them the students gained one Gold, three Silver and one Bronze medal, and James in Year 11 scored an amazing full marks. He has been invited to take part
- [Eat Like A Pro](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/11/02/eat-like-a-pro/) - We were delighted that Sancton Wood School was selected to be part of a media campaign, in association with Beko.
- [European Day of Languages](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/09/29/european-day-of-languages/) - Felicitations to all our pupils for participating so enthusiastically in the European Day of Languages. It was very exciting to hear pupils and staff around the school engaging with each other in a range of languages - often within the same conversation - and to see pupils being rewarded with flag tokens for trying out so
- [Year 6 & 7 visit Spain at the Europa Centre](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/06/30/year-6-7-visit-spain-at-the-europa-centre/) - On our visit to the Europa Centre we got a flavour of Spain whilst doing the exciting activities they had. We started the day by going into the classroom and the staff introduced themselves in Spanish, explaining which Spanish-speaking country they came from, and also taught us some new vocabulary for our activities. Then we
- [Upper Prep trip to France (via Essex!)](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/07/06/upper-prep-trip-to-france-via-essex/) - The Europa centre is an interactive and immersive language experience for students. It is a safe place where you solve a mystery whilst practising your foreign language skills, learning new words and having fun. Inside the Europa centre was a small traditional European village. When you visit, you can practise several different languages, but we
- [French Penpals](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/02/french-penpals/) - We are delighted to announce that the penpal programme for Year 9 students studying French is now well underway. Our students were excited to receive an introductory letter from their penpal and discover common interests. Their replies, written in French to a very high standard, were sent off before Christmas and were received, I’ve been told,
- [Remembrance Sunday](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/11/13/remembrance-sunday/) - Sancton Wood School was proud to honour Remembrance Day and those who fought for our freedom 100 years on.
- [Junior Girls Make County Cricket Team](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/22/junior-girls-make-county-cricket-team/) - Congratulations to Bella and Ella - both Year 5 - for being selected to play in the County Cricket team.
- [ISA Regional Cross Country](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/30/isa-regional-cross-country/) - Well done to all of our SW pupils who took part in the Regional Cross Country.
- [From Darkmouth to Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/09/from-darkmouth-to-sancton-wood/) - What an inspiring morning for the Juniors today with a visit today from the amazing author Shane Hegarty.
- [Year 6 Visit to Duxford Imperial War Museum](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/16/year-6-visit-to-duxford-imperial-war-museum/) - On Wednesday last week, we spent a hugely enjoyable day at Duxford Imperial War Museum. We spent the morning as evacuees, learning what school would have been like and how to keep ourselves safe, putting on gas masks and dealing with incendiary bombs. Well done everyone on the authentic looking costumes! We then spent a
- [Hockey Players Brave Cold Conditions](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/09/hockey-players-brave-cold-conditions/) - Two Junior hockey teams from SW rushed to the District Hockey Tournament on a freezing Tuesday morning. The A team started really well winning their first three matches quite convincingly, one of them 7-0. Joshua in year 6 played well in defence and very little got past him, but when it did Selina was there
- [Chess Club News](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/04/26/chess-club-news/) - The first round of the Delancey UK Chess challenge has now been completed. This is a national competition which eventually pits the best young chess players in the country against each other in a grand final. Congratulations go to Arthur (Year 4), Fraser (Year 7), Gabriel & Sasha (both Year 5), Morris (Year 3) and
- [B Team District Netball](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/04/27/b-team-district-netball/) - We didn't have the best of starts, when three of our selected team members had to withdraw due to various reasons. How ever their substitutes were fortunately raring to go. We played St Mathews first in a good humoured opener, neither teams were experienced and mass confusion followed. Sancton Wood managed to win with a
- [Junior A Team Netball](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/10/junior-a-team-netball/) - SW started well winning the first match 10- 0 against St Philips. Antonio scored plenty of goals. Next was Bewick Bridge which we won 12- 0 and Selina our captain ensured the game stayed at a fast pace. Then we had Milton Road who played impressively to beat SW 1-0, we had I feel begun
- [Be Mindful how you Come Across Online](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/11/15/be-mindful-how-you-come-across-online/) - This week is Anti-Bullying Week across the nation.
- [Infant Stars Of The Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/19/infant-stars-of-the-week/) - Reception Class: Dani and Benjamin are our stars for this week. Jasper has joined us in Reception this term and these 2 boys have made extra special efforts to make sure that he feels included. Well done boys! Year 1: Year 1's very first star of 2016 is Dylan. He has made such
- [Blog Post | Linda Russell, Head of Nurseries & Infants](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/23/blog-post-linda-russell-head-of-nurseries-infants/) - Time is rushing on, and the Nursery and Infant staff, whilst working very hard with their young charges.
- [Infant Stars Of The Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/26/infant-stars-of-the-week-2/) - Akram is our Star of the Week in Reception.
- [Infant Stars Of The Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/01/31/infant-stars-of-the-week-3/) - Jasper is the Reception star of the week!
- [The Big Book Challenge](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/01/the-big-book-challenge/) - It is my favourite time in the whole school year – the time when Sancton Wood goes a bit book crazy!
- [Year 1 Farm Club](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/07/year-1-farm-club/) - As part of our On the Farm topic, Year 1 visited the Old Pig Farm in St Ives.
- [Infant Stars of the Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/10/infant-stars-of-the-week-4/) - Rayhan loves facts. He is very good at remembering interesting facts about all sorts of things.
- [Infant Stars of the Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/16/infant-stars-of-the-week-5/) - Lola is Reception star of the week .She is extremely industrious in the classroom and is full of ideas. Last week she wrote down all of the lyrics for 'Let it go!', and this week has been making presents for people in our busy fingers area. Zach S is Star of the Week in
- [Infant Stars of the Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/02/26/infant-stars-of-the-week-6/) - Reception: Josiah is the Reception star this week. He has just arrived in England from a very different life in New Zealand. He has made a supreme effort to get along with everyone, including learning all of our names. We are delighted that you are part of our class Josiah. Year 1: Masha is the
- [Year 2 and Florence Nightingale](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/12/year-2-and-florence-nightingale/) - Year 2 have been learning about Florence Nightingale and at the Museum of Cambridge they were able to experience what it was like to do the washing in Victorian times. From grating the soap, using a mangle to hanging out the washing the children very much came to realise what hard work it was to
- [Infant Stars Of The Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/12/infant-stars-of-the-week-7/) - Reception Lucas - He is an example of positivity to us all. He approaches all classroom tasks with confidence, bringing enthusiasm and a 'can do' approach. In addition, his alternative 'Jack and the beanstalk' story was fabulous with great ideas and super spelling! Year 1 Oliver - Year 1's Star of the Week
- [Infant Stars Of The Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/20/infant-stars-of-the-week-8/) - Suree is Reception SOTW - This week we have returned to the subject of money as our maths topic. Suree remembered EVERYTHING that she learned last time we covered the topic and is working well now with extended work on money. Well done Suree! Finlay is the Year 1 Star of the Week for
- [Baby Unicorns Celebrate Queen's 90th Birthday.](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/04/26/baby-unicorns-celebrate-queens-90th-birthday/) - This week at Baby Unicorns, both Daisy Room and Sunflower Room have been celebrating the Queen's 90th birthday. Happy Birthday Elizabeth! We have made our very own crowns with jewels and sparkles as well as baking scones to have with jam at snack time. The children helped to weigh all of the ingredients, rub and mix the
- [Infant Stars of the Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/04/24/infant-stars-of-the-week-9/) - Star of the week in Year 2 is Arthur. He has had a fantastic start to the summer term with lots of enthusiasm and energy put into everything he has done. His eagerness to answer questions and share thoughts has been brilliant. Well done Arthur and keep it going. Year 1's first star of
- [Infant Stars of the Week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/03/infant-stars-of-the-week-10/) - Reception: Akram and Benjamin are our Stars for this week! Akram has been working his socks off at our independent tables. He wrote a fabulous story about a cat being stuck up a tree and wrote some great number sentences. Benjamin has also had a great week. He has really engaged with our maths work
- [Trip to Hampton Court](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/12/04/trip-to-hampton-court/) - Year 8s behaved impeccably during our trip to Hampton Court on Thursday.
- [Year 7 History Trip to Castle Rising & Castle Acre](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/06/20/year-7-history-trip-to-castle-rising-castle-acre/) - The History trip was very, very fun! First, we went to Castle Rising which had a really deep moat which we did a demonstration of a battle with, also we saw an old chapel ruin. We then went in and saw the actual castle, it was cool because it was a ruin, but they had
- [Holocaust Memorial Day Event](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/01/31/holocaust-memorial-day-event/) - Our Year 9 recently attended a Holocaust Memorial Day event hosted by the Cambridge Arts Picturehouse. The year group will be studying World War II and the Holocaust in History and Religious Studies next term so this was the a good introduction to an emotive topic. The morning's event consisted of a screening of Kath Shackleton's BAFTA
- [Year 8 Visit Oliver Cromwell's House](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/02/year-8-visit-oliver-cromwells-house/) - Last term, our Year 8 went to Oliver Cromwell’s house in two separate groups. We took the train from Cambridge rail station and arrived in Ely after a short journey. The house itself was small, but it was full of the secrets and mysteries about Oliver Cromwell. A wonderful staff member, dressed up as if
- [Norman Castles](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/12/04/norman-castles/) - Year 7s students have produced amazing presentations for their Norman Castles topic.
- [Year 6 Visit the Globe Theatre](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/24/year-6-visit-the-globe-theatre/) - At the start of the day, everyone woke up with excitement yet we were all weary as we had to get to school for 7:30am. We then took the long coach trip to London, while Mr. Parker told us some interesting facts about our surroundings. Once we had parked (outside the House of Arms) we
- [Visit to King's College Chapel](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/12/10/visit-to-kings-college-chapel/) - On Tuesday 4th December Year 11 were all invited to attend Kings College chapel, for a special schools service of carols and 5 lessons.
- [Pre-prep Winter Fair](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/12/11/pre-prep-winter-fair/) - Thank you to all our families for attending our Winter Fair Monday 10th December.
- [ROALD DAHL & THE IMAGINATION SEEKERS](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/07/roald-dahl-the-imagination-seekers/) - On Monday the hilarious Imagination Seekers came to see us disguised as boring Ofred inspectors: Last week the Infants & Juniors had the privilege of meeting the wonderful, marvelous Imagination Seekers. After a riveting introductory assembly we all got to participate in workshops which involved trying to defeat the pesky wordgobblers! We enjoyed a number of
- [DAVID SHELTON – author & illustrator](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/07/david-shelton-author-illustrator/) - Next up this week was the fabulous Dave Shelton who told us about his life of drawing. In the hall on Tuesday, David Shelton came to visit us to show us how to make comic scripts and characters. He showed us images of a variety of his cartoon characters and how they all were very
- [Trips to Waterstones](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/08/trips-to-waterstones/) - This year in Book Week every child in the school from Nursey to Year 10 got to go to visit Waterstones to spend their £1 World Book Day token and listen to stories and hear about new books. This is what the students thought: My favourite bit of Book Week was visiting Waterstones, it was extraordinary as
- [World Book Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/09/world-book-day/) - World Book Day means dress up day, lots of people’s favourite day of Book Week as you can see below: My favourite bit of Book Week was dressing up because I looked pretty. I dressed up as Elsa. By Lola : Reception I couldn’t wait to dress up on WorldBook Day. It is very exciting
- [THE THEATRE OF WIDDERSHINS](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/09/the-theatre-of-widdershins/) - Andy from the Theatre of Widdershins came back again with his new show The Elves and the Shoemakers. There was lots of laughing and putting feet in the air! It was excellent fun watching The Elves and the Shoemaker. I really liked it when the cuckoo clock was rude to Elvis. It was an
- [Book Week 2017](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/16/book-week-2017/) - Monday 27th February - Friday 3rd March As you may have seen in the school calendar, the second week after half term is Book Week. We have a jam packed week booked for the children and it is going to be AMAZING! The Book Week timetable has been finalised and you can download a copy of
- [Monsters & Myths with Marion Leeper](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/27/monsters-myths-with-marion-leeper/) - On Monday, we were visited by Storyteller Marion Leeper. Drawing on Aztec creation myths, and with the help of a larger-than-human-sized puppet, some willing volunteers and some noise making instruments, Marion told the children an exciting story of how the world and the creatures in it was created. The children were spellbound and especially enjoyed
- [Chris Priestley's Tales of Terror](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/01/chris-priestleys-tales-of-terror/) - On Wednesday years seven and eight enjoyed a talk given by the celebrated author Chris Priestley. The prolific writer has written a range of books for children and adults but he is perhaps best known for his children’s books ‘Uncle Montague’s Tales of Terror”. After listening to the author talking about his life and his
- [Gillian Overitt](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/28/gillian-overitt/) - On Tuesday 28th February, we had the privilege of having Gillian Overitt in as part of Book Week. Gillian spoke about her range of enchanting books and the journey she has taken to become a published author. Gillian read to us from one of her newly published books, and then our enthusiastic children pulled apart
- [Pre-Prep School Storytime Surprise](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/27/pre-prep-school-storytime-surprise/) - On Monday afternoon the author Jemima Sharpe came to visit and read us her fantastic book Mr Moon Wakes Up. It was a wonderful story time surprise - the first one of Book Week! What a lovely story and we even got to create our own beautiful birds from the story. In Year 1 we
- [Stories in the Dark with Marion Leeper](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/27/stories-in-the-dark-with-marion-leeper/) - We had no idea what to expect when we went to our hall for our encounter with Marion Leeper. We perhaps suspected some story telling but we experienced so much beyond. She was waiting for us in front of her stunningly decorated tent which was adorned with feathers and (for the keen of eye) a
- [Non-Fiction with Isobel Thomas](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/02/non-fiction-with-isobel-thomas/) - On Thursday years three and four, and five and six, enjoyed a non-fiction writing workshop wth Isobel Thomas, writer of over 120 non-fiction books for children. The year threes and fours learned about some of the unusual creatures that Isobel has written about and had a go at using descriptive language and comparisons to describe
- [THE BOOK FAIR](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/03/the-book-fair/) - Sancton Wood Book Week finished with a big bang this afternoon with the Book Fair. The books from all of the inspitrational visiting authors and illustrators, as well as the huge and varied selection of books from Heffers, have been on display at the Book Cafe. All week, the children have been madly sticking post
- [World Book Day Visit to Heffers Bookshop](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/02/world-book-day-visit-to-heffers-bookshop/) - This is probably one of my favourite bits of the whole week: the sight of over 70 children, all dressed up in their magnificent book character costumes for World Book Day, walking through town to Heffers is a truly glorious thing! The children always start out a little nervous but then they get comments and
- [Buddy Reading](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/03/buddy-reading/) - On Friday of Book Week we had the wonderful opportunity to share our favourite books with our buddies from across all three sites. Children from Reception right up to Year 11 enjoyed reading and sharing their books with their buddies from other year groups. In small groups we spread out over the whole of the
- [World Book Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/03/02/world-book-day-2/) - The 1st of March is always one of our favourite days... it's World Book Day! The chance for everyone to get dressed up as their favourite book characters and revel in the joy of sharing their favourite stories with each other. We had another superb collection of book characters turn up this year!
- [Christmas Jumper day at the Nursery and Pre-prep School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/12/12/christmas-jumper-day-at-the-nursery-and-pre-prep-school/) - Here are all of our excited pupils looking fantastic in their Christmas jumpers.
- [Pre-Prep Newsletter 11th January 2019](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/01/11/pre-prep-newsletter-11th-january-2019/) - From The Head Of Pre-Prep A very Happy New Year again to all our families, it has been a pleasure seeing so many of you again this week!
- [Mega Latin Vocab Competition!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/01/29/mega-latin-vocab-competition/) - Last week all the years 7 and 8 competed in a mega vocab competition. It was very exciting! Year 7 winners were Natasha, with a whopping 100%, and Antonio, who dropped 1 mark, runners up Miguel, Dominic, Sanika and Harry. Top of Year 8 was Theo, who lost a tiny half a mark, with runners
- [LUDI SCAENICI, OR, THE LATIN PLAY COMPETITION](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/06/06/ludi-scaenici-or-the-latin-play-competition/) - This afternoon [25th May], my intrepid Year 8 Latin class performed admirably in the 40th annual Ludi Scaenici, held at The Perse School in Cambridge. Ludi Scaenici is Latin for Theatrical Games – like Olympic Games, but theatrical – you get the picture. The competition was, I believe, initially devised by the Cambridge Latin Course
- [Winner of the Whitbread Prize for Outstanding GCSE's](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/02/22/winner-of-the-whitbread-prize-for-outstanding-gcses/) - We are extremely proud to share that Sebastian, a former pupil of our school, is the winner of the 2018 Whitbread Prize for Outstanding GCSE’s.
- [The Sancton Wood Halloween Bake Off & Cake Sale](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/01/the-sancton-wood-halloween-bake-off-cake-sale/) - On the very day that the 2017 winner of the Great British Bake Off was crowned Sancton Wood School celebrated their very own star bakers. Students in the Prep & Upper Schools raised more than £300 for charity by baking and selling Halloween themed treats on Tuesday 31st October. Science teacher Mrs Ainscough, who also
- [Chess Champions](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/03/04/chess-champions/) - On Saturday, the Sancton Wood Chess team played the final three matches in the last round of the Cambridgeshire Schools Chess League.
- [Chairman dines at Buckingham Palace](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/03/05/chairman-dines-at-buckingham-palace/) - Our Chairman, Aatif Hassan, attended a dinner at Buckingham Palace last week where he was able to discuss the Prince's Trust.
- [Geography Field Study:  Year 11 - Sheringham, Norfolk](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/05/09/geography-field-study-year-11-sheringham-norfolk/) - On Friday 18th March, 12 enthusiastic Year 11 geography students, 2 very enthusiastic geography teachers and one not so enthusiastic drama teacher (!) took off in the school mini-bus to Sheringham in Norfolk for an intensive field study and geography revision weekend. We set off armed with tape measures, clinometers, meter rules, a portable projector,
- [Year 3 Visit the Iron Age](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/01/29/year-3-visit-the-iron-age/) - Last week Year 3 were lucky enough to go on a trip to Wandlebury Country Park to learn about the Iron Age as part of our topic this half term. The children had a wonderful time making bread and cooking it on the open fire. The adults seemed to enjoy the fire more than
- [Geography Through Dance](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/09/geography-through-dance/) - Last week our Year 7 geographers took to the dance floor to learn about plate tectonics and the 4 different types of plate boundaries. With the assistance of Kung Fu Panda, we learnt which plate boundaries produce earthquakes, volcanoes or fold mountains....and in some unfortunate parts of the world, all three! Geography through dance…who knew?!
- [Year 7's Exploding Volcanoes](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/31/year-7s-exploding-volcanoes/) - As part of their Volcanoes and Earthquakes topic the Year 7s were set the task of creating their very own volcanoes over the half-term break. They all produced absolutely wonderful results with volcanoes ranging from some delicious but very realistic edible stratovolcanoes, to some 3D interactive volcanoes and some very gassy shield volcanoes that we
- [Down by the River](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/11/17/down-by-the-river/) - On Tuesday 14th November all the Year 9 students went to investigate the middle course of the River Cam as part of our Rivers geography unit. Students had to come up with their own hypotheses, methodology & risk assessment before walking to Fen Causeway and measuring river velocity, meanders, drawing field sketches and studying river
- [Year 3 Get a Visit from Mr Parker](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/02/07/year-3-get-a-visit-from-mr-parker/) - Year 3 were treated to a visit from former Sancton Wood Geography teacher and rock expert Mr Parker earlier this week... Mr Parker told the class all about the different types of rocks and fossils and brought in some great examples from his own collection! Thank you Mr Parker!
- [Geography Field-Trip to Flatford Mill](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2018/06/04/geography-field-trip-to-flatford-mill/) - On 16th May, all of our 22 Year 10 geography students, Mrs Corpas and Mrs Ainscough set off to Suffolk.
- [Grafham Water Diary](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/03/13/grafham-water-diary/) - We arrived in great time for our welcome and tour before lunch.
- [UKMT Mathematics challenge](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/03/28/ukmt-mathematics-challenge/) - Mr Escalante-Phillips took 4 students from year 8 and 9 to compete in the UKMT mathematical team challenge.
- [Year 4 Chocolate Workshop](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/04/01/year-4-chocolate-workshop/) - We learnt so much about the cocoa plant, the flowers, the beans and how they are processed.
- [Blog Post |  Head of Nurseries & Pre-Prep School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/12/13/blog-post-head-of-nurseries-pre-prep-school-2/) - Dear Nursery and Pre-Prep Parents, This time last year all the nursery and pre-prep staff were busy planning for our move from St Paul’s Road to 17 Station Road. We have enjoyed a whole term now in our newly refurbished building and it really does feel like home, though of course we continue to have
- [Interview with Headmaster](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/07/14/interview-with-headmaster/) - Sancton Wood, Cambridge Richard Settle is head of Cambridge day school Sancton Wood. As Alice Ryan discovers, he shelved childhood ambitions of becoming Kevin Keegan to follow his father into teaching – and found it was his dream job. Tell me about your path into teaching: My dad was a teacher. He gave me one
- [Open door policy – Cambridge Edition](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/10/04/open-door-policy-cambridge-edition/) - Going to an open day is the best way to get into a school’s psyche, says Charlotte Phillips. But how to get the most out of attending? Schools in our area are currently putting the final touches to their open days. Many have achieved yet another set of outstanding GCSE and A level results. Add
- [UN Youth Summit](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/04/30/un-youth-summit/) - Two Sancton Wood students represented Sancton Wood at the United Nations Youth Summit during the Easter holidays.
- [An Inspirational Speaker](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/02/an-inspirational-speaker/) - This week at Sancton Wood we had a remarkable visitor come to talk to us about overcoming barriers.
- [Farewell Year 11](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/09/farewell-year-11/) - Today we said goodbye to our Y11 group, as they left us to begin study leave and prepare for their GCSE exams.
- [Shakespeare Schools Festival](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/11/20/shakespeare-schools-festival/) - Wednesday 16th November 2016 was the first time that Sancton Wood performed in the Shakespeare Schools Festival, at the Mumford Theatre. The cast of 28 actors and 1 technical operator performed a 30 minute version of Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Macbeth. Now, Mrs Cowen doesn't like to stick with tradition and as Shakespeare wrote to entertain,
- [A Bard's Breakfast with the Year 6 Company of Actors](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/12/12/a-bards-breakfast-with-the-year-6-company-of-actors/) - This morning, we, The Year 6 Company of Actors, performed our very own version of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to our parents who were eating homemade bread and jam. We rehearsed a lot and we were separated into groups to write the nine scenes. Then, we were selected for the different parts and each
- [Year 8's Busy week](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/09/year-8s-busy-week/) - Year 8 had a fun packed week, kicking off with a particularly busy Tuesday!
- [Hedgehog Houses](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/16/hedgehog-houses/) - This week Nature Club have been learning about how the humble British hedgehog is in decline.
- [The Importance Of Giving Blood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/15/the-importance-of-giving-blood/) - Natalie Shaw of Blood UK has been in this week to talk about the importance of giving blood to both Sancton Wood Upper and Prep schools.
- [Crime And Punishment In London With Year 10](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/17/crime-and-punishment-in-london-with-year-10/) - The Year 10 Crime and Punishment 10 trip to London went well.
- [The Great Fire of London](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/24/the-great-fire-of-london/) - There was lots of excitement in the air in the Year 2 classroom this week as held our Great Fire event on Thursday.
- [Thursday 23rd May ISA East Senior Athletics Championships](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/24/thursday-23rd-may-isa-east-senior-athletics-championships/) - Sancton Wood PE department were very pleased to host this years senior athletics event.
- [Nature Club Building Hedgehog Houses](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/12/nature-club-building-hedgehog-houses/) - We have different clubs for all of our pupils. Here is some news from Nature Club.
- [Stronger Than Hate](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/05/24/stronger-than-hate/) - Y10 have worked really hard over the past week to create their entries for the Stronger Than Hate campaign.
- [World Environment Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/13/world-environment-day/) - We marked World Environment Day (theme this year is #BeatAirPollution) by making cloth masks by decorating triangles of cloth.
- [ISA Athletics Event](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/13/isa-athletics-event/) - After a very wet but exciting day in Southend the Junior athletics team came away on such a high.
- [Europa Centre](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/13/europa-centre/) - On Wednesday and Thursday, we immersed ourselves in a Spanish and French world at the Europa Centre. Y6 children took part in a Spanish day. The children had a super time walking around and ‘purchasing’ items from the shops and ordering drinks and snacks from the café. All transactions took place in Spanish with native
- [Swimming Gala](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/13/swimming-gala/) - On Wednesday pupils from year 2,3, and 4 represented their house in the annual swimming gala.
- [Nature Club Building Hedgehog Houses](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/20/nature-club-building-hedgehog-houses-2/) - Due to the rain Nature club have been inside again this week completing the construction of their hedgehog houses.
- [Nature Club](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/26/nature-club/) - The penultimate Nature Club! All the hedgehog houses are now complete.
- [GCSE Drama 'It's all in your head'](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/03/14/gcse-drama-its-all-in-your-head/) - Just before Christmas the year 11 GCSE Drama students received their pre-released material. They had to devise a piece of original drama based on one of three stimuli. The students chose a black and white photograph of a young boy smiling, with a blurred figure in the background over his shoulder. The end result was
- [Year 10 Geography Field Trip](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/06/27/year-10-geography-field-trip/) - Year 10 geography students have been busy on their IGCSE geography field trip to Suffolk this week.
- [News from the Pre-Prep Art Room](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2016/10/09/news-from-the-pre-prep-art-room/) - Year 1 & 2 have been getting creative in their new Art room... We have had fun, laughter and a lot of creative exploration. In Year 1 we have had a colourful adventure – learning to mix secondary colours through the use of primary colours. We made an entire display of the Teddy Bear’s Picnic
- [Minisites & Blogs](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/01/16/minisites-blogs/) - The school website now features a number of great new blogs & minisites which have been put together by various departments throughout the Prep & Upper schools. Our minisites will be sharing news, reviews, tips, homework and updates from across the curriculum. We hope both students and parents alike will find them informative and useful,
- [Cyber-Bullying Awareness Concert](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/02/06/cyber-bullying-awareness-concert/) - Students at Sancton Wood were treated to an interactive concert given by upcoming pop star Josh Davis and his guitarist, Harrison. They have been touring the country performing in schools and talking to students about the importance of internet safety. Josh has just signed a deal with The Famous Company to create an EP of
- [Romeo & Juliet](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/03/29/romeo-juliet/) - After the triumphant success of our sell out run of the senior production of Romeo and Juliet the cast have been rightly accepting their praise for their high professional standard of acting. It truly was a fantastic performance, with songs and dancing alongside the traditional Shakespeare language. We even had to double cast Juliet as
- [Pre-Prep School Children's Artwork Unveiled](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/02/pre-prep-school-childrens-artwork-unveiled/) - When you step off the train in Cambridge station, now prepare to be greeted by a work of art. Depicting the journey from London to Cambridge, this colourful artwork was designed and created by all the children from the Pre-Prep in collaboration with the construction company Galliford Try. In this dynamic tableau, the artistic wanderings
- [The Mystery of Mr E - a murder mystery musical!](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2017/05/16/the-mystery-of-mr-e-a-murder-mystery-musical/) - The Mystery of Mr E - a murder mystery musical! SANCTON WOOD SCHOOL HALL - 6, 7, 8 & 9 DECEMBER 2017 ***** WRITTEN BY Sophie Hannah DIRECTED BY Mrs Cowen MUSIC COMPOSED BY Dr. Armitage FEATURING STUDENTS FROM YEARS 7 - 11 ***** We're delighted to announce that the Sancton Wood Christmas play will be
- [Looking Ahead for Y11](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/15/looking-ahead-for-y11/) - We are invested in our students' futures and want to make sure that when they leave us in Y11, they go on to the best possible opportunity that's right for them.
- [Bateman Street Senior School Launched](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/09/04/bateman-street-senior-school-launched/) - The new home of Sancton Wood’s senior school was opened today in Bateman Street by Principal Richard Settle and Dukes Education Chairman and Founder Aatif Hassan.
- [Sancton Wood Celebrate Outstanding GCSE Results](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/08/22/sancton-wood-celebrate-outstanding-gcse-results/) - Year 11 students at Sancton Wood School received some outstanding news today when they opened their GCSE results.
- [Open Morning Success](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/07/open-morning-success/) - We had a very busy Open Morning last Saturday and I thought the buildings have never looked better.
- [Holiday Club](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/09/holiday-club/) - During our last parents’ coffee morning it became clear that holiday clubs are very important for some parents and we are keen to help with this.
- [Upcoming Fundraising Events for Pre-Prep and Prep](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/15/upcoming-fundraising-events-for-pre-prep-and-prep/) - After half term, we have a number of fundraising events that we will need your support with.
- [Autumn Term Menus](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/09/autumn-term-menus/) - Our menus for Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior lunches work on a three week rolling rotation.
- [Grandparents Afternoon Tea Poetry Recital](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/2019/10/15/grandparents-afternoon-tea-poetry-recital/) - We’re looking forward to seeing grandparents at our grandparents’ afternoon tea on 29th October. The poetry recital is in partnership with the national organisations Poetry Together and Poetry By Heart and grandparents, or an alternative family member can enjoy seeing the students perform a poem they have learnt. Students in Y1-8 are busy rehearsing their

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- [](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/) - Teachers establish strong bonds with children over that time, so they intuitively know how and when to help your child develop their knowledge and interests.
- [School Terms](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/school-terms/) - 2026/2027 Michaelmas Term 3rd September- 11th December (12pm) Half-term October 23- 2nd November (inclusive) Christmas Holidays 12th December - 4th January Lent Term 5th January - 25th March Half-term 15th February - 19th February (inclusive) Summer Term 12th April - 2nd July (12pm) Half-term 31st May - 4th June 2027/2028 Michaelmas Term 6th September -10th
- [Open Morning](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/open-day/) - An open morning is a fantastic chance to explore the school in your own time, in an informal atmosphere, with fun activities going on in the classrooms.
- [Leadership Team](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/leadership-team/)
- [Parent Handbooks](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/parent-handbook/) - Parent handbooks can be found here.
- [School Policies](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-policies/) - Find out more about the policies that are in place at Sancton Wood School in order for your child to receive the best possible start in life to achieve great things.
- [Curriculum](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/nursery/curriculum/) - In your child’s early years, we focus on their personal, social and emotional development and communication and languages.
- [Nursery](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/nursery/) - Sancton Wood Nursery is housed in its own beautiful Victorian building, perfect for nurturing and fostering relationships with our children and families.
- [Dukes Education](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/dukes-education/) - Dukes Education is a family of schools, teachers, learners, and parents connected by our pursuit of an extraordinary life for every member of our community.
- [Academic Results](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/academic-overview/results/) - Discover Sancton Wood School’s academic results, showcasing exceptional performance, strong progress and a commitment to personalised teaching.
- [Pastoral Care](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/pastoral-care/) - This is evidenced by 95-100% of our recent GCSE students achieving 5 or more GCSEs, grades 4-9 with 50% of all grades at the top level.
- [International Outlook](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/international-outlook/) - Naturally, we have lots of experience handling international applications so can guide families smoothly through the process.
- [Give Your Child the Best Start](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/give-your-child-the-best-start/)
- [Thank You for Your Application - Nursery](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/thank-you-for-your-nursery-application/)
- [Thank You for Your Enquiry - Hybrid School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/thank-you-for-your-hybrid-enquiry/)
- [Sancton Wood Prospectus](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/request-a-prospectus/thank-you/) - Please view our prospectus below:
- [Governors](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/governors/) - Sancton Wood School is a member of the Dukes Education family. Dukes is a family of schools, teachers, learners, and parents connected by our pursuit of an extraordinary life for every member of our community. Our philosophy is to support each individual to live with purpose, to encourage a love of learning, and to act
- [Summer Enrichment Programme](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/summer-enrichment-programme/) - You’ll see that there is a wide variety of activities on offer, across all three of our city centre sites. At Bateman Street, GCSE and A-Level students have the opportunity for immersive academic experiences, whilst at St. Pauls we have a fantastic range of exciting opportunities on offer for younger students to get involved in
- [Fees](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/fees/) - Fees at Sancton Wood School.
- [Agent Quality Framework](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/agent-quality-framework/) - UK international education sector’s pledge As an institution, we are committed to the UK Agent Quality Framework and pledge to create and maintain the highest standards of agent management, ensuring the UK remains a leading study destination for international students. We commit to: Empowering student choice and enabling informed decision making Ensuring good agent governance
- [Prep](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/prep/) - Recognising the worth of each person, we ensure that each child has targets and support to help them achieve their potential.
- [Principal’s Welcome](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/principals-welcome/) - I often say that children can’t simply ‘go round again’ with their school lives; they only get one chance at this.
- [Senior](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/senior/) - We are proud of the success we have in securing Sancton Wood students the best grades possible and the opportunity to make exceptional progress.
- [Contact](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/contact/) - If you have any questions regarding Sancton Wood, including term dates, admissions or any of our other policies, please contact or visit us.
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- [Apply Now](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/apply-now/) - September intake, or rolling entry across the year. Find out how our admissions process works, book a visit, and secure your child’s place in our Cambridge school.
- [Reception Places for September](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/reception-places-september/) - Limited Reception places available for September at Sancton Wood School. Discover our nurturing early years environment and apply today.
- [Unicorn Stay & Play](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/open-day/unicorn-stay-and-play-cambridge/) - Join our free Unicorn Stay & Play at Sancton Wood School, Cambridge. A relaxed early years event for families exploring Reception places. Book your free place.
- [Dining and Menus](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/dining-and-menus/) - Fresh food is delivered to the school and prepared on-site every day from homemade bread to a wide range of carefully considered nutritional, tasty main meals.
- [Scholarship Application](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/scholarships/scholarship-application/) - Start your scholarship application for Sancton Wood School. Apply for students entering Year 3, Year 7, Year 9 entry from September - December each year.
- [Scholarships](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/scholarships/) - Discover scholarship opportunities at Sancton Wood School for academic, creative and sporting talent. Learn about benefits, eligibility and how to apply.
- [Curriculum](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/senior/curriculum/) - Subject-specific knowledge is an important part of our curriculum delivery.
- [Thriving Minds](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/thriving-minds/) - At Sancton Wood School we aim to ensure that no student ‘slips through the net’ and that all children are given the opportunity to thrive. As such, the facets of good teaching for Able, Gifted and Talented students are, in fact, the facets that underpin all of our teaching. Our whole school ethos recognises the
- [Academic Overview](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/academic-overview/) - A broad, balanced and engaging curriculum coupled with personalised learning and inspirational teaching are at the heart of what we do.
- [Sancton Wood Nursery – Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/sancton-wood-nursery-frequently-asked-questions/) - Explore our most frequently asked questions about Sancton Wood Nursery — admissions, fees, curriculum, pastoral care, facilities, and daily life.
- [Testimonials](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/testimonials/) - As a Sancton Wood alumni, I knew exactly where my daughter would go to school! She joined at 3 years old and is continues to thrive. Sancton Wood has always kept a strong ethos around pastoral care—ever since I attended—and my daughter's mental health is particularly important to me. Every day when I collect her,
- [Next Steps  <br>+ Transitions](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/nursery/next-steps-transitions/) - As Early Years Matters states: “transitions are milestone events for children and have a definite effect on their development.
- [Apply for Hybrid](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/apply-for-hybrid/) - Sancton Wood Hybrid Application Form "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 6 16% Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Child’s details This field is hidden when viewing the form Record Type ID (School Identifier) Child's full name* First Last Gender* SelectMaleFemaleNon-Binary Date of birth* DD slash MM slash
- [A Day in the Life...](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/) - Sancton Wood Nursery: 8am Nursery Opens 6pm Nursery Closes Pre-Prep School Timetable: 7:30 – 8.25 am Breakfast Club: (St Paul’s Road Primary School. Information on request) 8:30 – 8:45 am School Bell 9:00 am Registration 10.25 – 10:50 am Morning Break 11:50 am – 1 pm Lunch Break Flexible 10 – 15 minute break Afternoon
- [Thank you - Open Day](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/thank-you-open-day/) - Thank you for your submission. A member of our team will be in touch shortly with further details.
- [British Immersion Programme](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/british-immersion-enquiry/) - Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please complete this form in as much detail as possible. We will need this information to be able to process your application for a place for your child on our immersion programme. If you do not complete the mandatory sections in full we will not be
- [Join Our Senior School](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/join-our-senior-school/)
- [Thank You for your enquiry](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/thank-you-for-your-enquiry/)
- [Thank You for your application](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/thank-you-for-your-application/)
- [Thank You - Scholarships](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/scholarships-submissions-thank-you-page/)
- [Apply for a Nursery Place](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/apply-now/apply-for-a-nursery-place/) - Sancton Wood Nursery Application Form "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 6 16% EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Child’s detailsThis field is hidden when viewing the formRecord Type ID (School Identifier)Child's full name* First Last Gender*SelectMaleFemaleNon-BinaryDate of birth* DD slash MM slash YYYY Proposed year of entry*202520262027202820292030Proposed start month*JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberEntry
- [Apply for Reception to Year 11](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/apply-now/apply-for-reception-to-year-11/) - Sancton Wood Application Form "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 6 16% X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Child’s detailsThis field is hidden when viewing the formRecord Type ID (School Identifier)Child's full name* First Last Gender*SelectMaleFemaleNon-BinaryDate of birth* DD slash MM slash YYYY Proposed year of entry*202520262027202820292030Proposed start month*JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberEntry year
- [Admissions](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/) - Sancton Wood School doesn’t select pupils by ability alone, although we do assess your child to make sure that they will learn happily alongside other children in School.
- [Request a Prospectus](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/request-a-prospectus/) - If you would like to discover more about our wonderful school you can request a prospectus from our team who will be very happy to help.
- [Our Locations](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/our-locations/) - Our Prep School is set in impressive Victorian villas with bags of character and specialist facilities including science lab, attic art studio, drama studio and music room.
- [Additional Support](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/additional-support/) - We are an inclusive, mixed ability school and we are able to cater for some special educational needs.
- [Uniform](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/uniform/) - The new school uniform is now available to view and buy through our supplier, Stevensons. In the winter months children at the Pre-Prep and Prep School are to wear a navy storm coat which can be purchased from Stevensons. The following items should be purchased separately: School footwear Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior School: smart black
- [Privacy Policies](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Privacy policies can be found here.
- [House System](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/house-system/) - At Sancton Wood we celebrate the successes of all our students who strive to achieve their best in all aspects of their life in school.
- [International Educational Consultancy Reference Form](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/international-educational-consultancy-reference-form/) - International Educational Consultancy Reference Form URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Agency name(Required)How long have you worked with this agency?(Required)Less than one year1-2 years3-4 years5+ yearsN/aHow many students on average does this agency send to you each year?(Required)0-3 students4-6 students7-9 students10+ studentsN/aDo you have an active partnership with this agency?(Required) Yes
- [Sports](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/sports/) - Our broad and balanced timetable of sporting events and enrichment opportunities give students the opportunity to discover and thrive in sport.
- [Tooled Up](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/tooled-up/) - At Tooled Up, they are passionate about bridging the gap between research and real-life parenting. They understand that loving parents want to do the ‘right thing’ and that parenting is full of joys, but also many challenges. Our children have a vast educational and life journey ahead of them. It is important that they are
- [Discover Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/discover-sancton-wood/) - We’ve created a video library to give you an insight into all the wonderful things we offer across our three schools and subject areas.
- [Request a Prospectus](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/admissions/thank-you/) - Thanks for contacting us! We will get in touch with you shortly. In the meantime please download a copy of our prospectus to read below.
- [Team](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/team/)
- [Pupil Journey](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/) - Pupil Journey
- [Alumni](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/alumni/) - Our past students go on to accomplish great things, including careers in the Creative Arts, Humanities and Technology. We are proud to present a small selection of our Alumni.
- [Beyond Sancton Wood](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/senior/beyond-sancton-wood/) - Each year we hold an A-Level transition event attended by all the local providers and our former students who have had experience at these settings.
- [Online Learning](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/online-learning/) - Last term was the first of its kind in the history of education. We developed online teaching tools and trained in new areas to ensure we could take our Sancton Wood standard of teaching from school to screen (and beyond). Please click here to view our latest safety procedures in our ‘Promoting Safety and Confidence’ booklet. We’ve
- [Curriculum](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/prep/curriculum/) - One of our school values is that we are ‘A community of fun and energy’ and this is in evidence every day in the learning environment.
- [Pastoral Programmes](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/pastoral-programme/) - The programme covers a range of parenting issues but has a particular focus on the well being of boys and how they can best be supported as they grow up in the modern world.
- [STEM](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/stem/) - At the Senior School, Science is taught by some truly inspirational scientists. Our Head of Science, Mrs Ainscough, has been awarded membership of The Royal Society of Biology, in part for her contribution to the Human Genome Project. Our Chemistry teacher, Dr Kay, was made a Fellow of The Royal Society of Chemistry for her
- [The Arts](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/the-arts/) - We have specialist teachers and working spaces for art, music and drama allowing our students the perfect creative environments to immerse themselves in their craft.
- [Prep Next Steps + Transitions](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/prep/prep-next-steps-transitions/) - The transition to the Senior School starts as early as Y5, with the introduction of some of our senior teachers taking lessons in the Prep School.
- [Test Page - RL](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/test-page-rl/)
- [History](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/history/) - Having a large family, including nine adopted children, Mrs Sturdy was fully aware of the emotional, spiritual and educational needs of children. She decided to open her own school because of her passionate desire to provide an educational establishment of excellence. Stories from the early days of the school show it to be wonderfully idiosyncratic
- [Y3-Y6](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/prep/y3-y6/) - Our approach is grounded in Sancton Wood’s values of intellectual curiosity and the value of fun and learning.
- [Enrichment](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/enrichment/) - Students are offered opportunities to explore and discover over 100 activities which allows them to delve into areas that interest them the most in practical, fun and exciting ways.
- [Reception - Y2](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/prep/reception-y2/) - Sancton Wood children move seamlessly and naturally from Unicorns Nursery into our Reception class, but in addition, we often welcome children from other nursery settings.
- [Assessment](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/pupil-journey/prep/assessment/) - Assessment plays a huge part in this and we use it, sensitively, as a diagnostic tool to support our students’ learning.
- [Charities](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/charities/) - To give pupils an opportunity to actively help others less fortunate than themselves within the community.
- [Pupil Leaders](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/pupil-leaders/) - Once appointed, the Pupil Leaders’ Group all meet with the Head of School and discuss the structure and expectations for the year.
- [Our Cambridge](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life/our-cambridge/) - We are very fortunate to have access to a wealth of resources on our doorstep.
- [Values](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/this-is-us/values/) - Our Core Values at Sancton Wood School.
- [School Reports](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-reports/)
- [School Life OLD](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/school-life-old/)
- [Waiting List](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/waiting-list/)
- [Recruitment](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/recruitment/)
- [Intranet](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/intranet/)
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## Staff

- [David Goodhew](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/david-goodhew/) - Born in West London, David attended a local comprehensive school and was the first member of his family to do A levels or go to university. He graduated from Oxford with a First in Classics. From 2012 – 2023 he was Head of Latymer Upper School. David is committed to advancing social mobility through independent school bursary programmes, in
- [Ellie Bullman](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/ellie-bullman/) - ellie.bullman@dukeseducation.com Ellie brings a wealth of financial expertise and a collaborative, thoughtful approach to her role as Financial Controller, where she is responsible for the financial management, including budgeting, fee administration and overseeing financial strategy. Before joining Sancton Wood in 2024, Ellie gained extensive experience in the educational and independent finance sector. She has previously
- [Ed Batty](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/ed-batty/) - Ed started his teaching career out in South Africa where he worked as a Gap Student and expedition assistant. This experience showed him what an excellent pastoral education could be. He then went off to the University of Birmingham where he was awarded his BA in Medieval and Modern History. After University, Ed went to
- [Clara Furmaniak](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/clara-furmaniak/)
- [Hannah Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/hannah-settle/) - Hannah is a pastoral specialist who has responsibility for the well being and support of the students at Sancton Wood. She is ideally suited to this role as she has the dual qualifications of a PGCE and a Systemic Family Therapy qualification. She has more than 20 years of teaching experience and prior to starting
- [Julia Cottam](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/julia-cottam/) - Having qualified from ARU Cambridge with a BSC (Hons) in Env Biology in 1996, I went onto work in conservation and then the veterinary world. Educating young people in the importance of protecting our planet led to an interest in primary education and I competed a PGCE in education at Homerton Cambridge. I spent 15
- [Nicola Henson](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/nicola-henson/) - Nic has a 2:1 hons degree in Psychology from The University of Liverpool, a PGCE from the Institute of Education, London and also successfully completed a MA level SENDCo accreditation. Prior to working at Sancton Wood, Nic spent 10 years in the state sector across Peterborough and South Lincolnshire where she was a lead Early
- [Lisa Maynard](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/lisa-maynard/) - Having worked in schools in the state sector for 15 years, Lisa moved into the independent sector in 2010, working as a bursar for a small group of schools. Since then she has continued to work with the group as Compliance Director, whilst undertaking the role of Bursar at Sancton Wood. She thoroughly enjoys the
- [Catherine Robertson](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/catherine-robertson/)
- [Mark Bailey](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/mark-bailey/) - Prof Mark Bailey was educated at Durham University, where he obtained a first-class degree in Economic History, and then went on to the University of Cambridge, where he was awarded a PhD in History. His academic career between 1986 and 1999 included Fellowships at two Cambridge colleges, lecturing in Medieval History, and spells as an
- [Richard Settle](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/richard-settle/) - Prior to becoming Principal at Sancton Wood School in 2009, Richard gained 15 years of experience in the state sector, working in Manchester, Cambridge, and Luton as an English teacher, Head of Department and Advanced Skills Teacher. Under his leadership, Sancton Wood has expanded significantly and now has 360 students aged 1-16 across three separate
- [Kylie Hodges](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/kylie-hodges/) - Kylie is from New Zealand where she did her teacher training and received a Bachelor of education (Primary) from Auckland College of Education. She taught in New Zealand for 5 years before making the move to live in Cambridge. Kylie joined Sancton Wood in January 2011 after working in our sister school. Kylie has taught
- [Randy Murphy](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/randy-murphy/)
- [Kathryn Porter](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/kathryn-porter/)
- [Charles Wagner](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/charles-wagner/)
- [Benjamin Diaz](https://www.sanctonwood.co.uk/staff/benjamin-diaz-2/)
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