Parent Bulletin 30th November

On Tuesday our founding cohort received their first set of Y11 mock results.  For most it was a great opportunity to celebrate: 43% of grades were 7 (the old A-grade) or higher - particularly impressive given that we are still six months away from exams.  Congratulations are due to many but especially:

• Milos, Eabha, Maryam - 7 grade 9s
• Kirubel, Ayaan, Dilys, Olivia, Lily - 6 grade 9s
• Shahad, Ola, Yara, Yasser, Freddie, Lukas - 5 grade 9s
• Thelma, Nadira, Max, Linda, Lucas - 4 grade 9s

All of the Y11 pupils have come back from exams with a spring in their step - ready for a big push through to their final mocks (starting on February 5th) and their real exams (starting on 11th May).

Pupils in Years 7-10 are now half-way through their Christmas exams.  The walls of every classroom are covered in extension work and pupils are coming out of these assessments feeling proud of the work they have put in and exceptionally well prepared.  Exams for Y7-10 continue in to Monday and Tuesday of this week:

Monday: Y7-9 - French and science, Y10 - geography and English

Tuesday: Y7-9 - maths and music, Y10 - maths

I wish the pupils every success in their remaining exams.

End of term: Following exams we will revert to normal lessons as there are still three weeks of term left and homework will be due as normal from Wednesday all the way through to the end of term.  Festive celebrations will kick off with our Exhibition Evening on 11th December and include pizza parties, Christmas Lunch and our Exploration Day in our final week of term.  School will have a staggered finish on Friday 19th December with pupils dismissed between 12.45 and 1pm.

INSET:  A reminder that next Monday, 8th December, is an INSET day and school will be closed to all pupils.

Coats:  As the weather is getting colder please ensure that your child comes to school with a navy or black non-branded coat.  Please note that branded outerwear is not permitted to prevent unwanted pressure to buy expensive branded items.  Hoods must not be up unless it is raining to ensure that pupils are aware of their surroundings and are recognisable - please provide them with a navy or black hat instead for cold days.

Enjoy the remainder of the weekend,

Mr Neuberger

The students from Architecture club have been developing some unique and wonderful creations! From abandoned buildings, to ships, to winter wonderlands, we clearly have some budding architects in our midst. 

Punctuality Reminder

Please ensure your child allows enough time to arrive punctually and ready for the day. The school gate opens at 08:10 and closes at 08:25.

Procedures for medication being taken in school

We encourage children to come into school whenever possible - even if not feeling 100%.  If your child needs to take medication at school please ensure you:

• Email info@arksoane.org explaining your child medical needs and instructions for administration of medicine
• Hand medicine to the office or ask your child to do so at the start of the school da
• Medically trained staff will call to clarify any instructions and send via email a consent form that must be completed before any medication is administered.

Exhibition Evening – Thursday 11th Dec

Exhibition Evening is coming up on Thursday 11th Dec. This is our Autumn performance event featuring music, poetry, and more. Soane Parents’ Association will also be hosting a uniform and cake sale. If your child is participating, you will be emailed a consent form to complete. Please book tickets through the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ark-soane-exhibition-evening-thur-11th-dec-tickets-1976744841032?aff=oddtdtcreator

Exploration Day – Thursday 18th Dec

Exploration Day is on Thursday 18th Dec. KS3 students will be attending the following trips in their form groups:

All trips are free except for St. Paul’s, which is £5 and free for students in receipt of pupil premium - a charge will be placed on iPay accounts. All students are expected to attend all trips.

Year 10 will be based on-site for Futures Day – learning emergency first aid, and developing their understanding of health, fitness, careers & pathways.

Year 11 will be based on-site in the morning – an announcement will be made on this Tuesday’s assembly for plans in the afternoon and further details emailed.

Clubs during exams and to end of year

Clubs run as normal during Autumn exams.

Parent Open Morning

We are delighted to welcome interested current parents and guardians to come and meet the Principal and have a tour of the school from 9-10am on 11th December.  Spaces are strictly limited so please book here.

Parent Open Morning - 11th December 2025 – Fill out form 

A message from the Parents' Association

The SPA (Soane Parents Association) will be holding a Bake Sale and a Second-Hand Uniform Sale on Thursday, 11 December, both before and after the Exhibition Evening.

We would be very grateful for any cake donations to help make the event a success. These can be dropped off on Tuesday, 10 December, or early on the morning of the sale so we have time to get everything ready.  Please ensure all items are nut-free and sesame-free.

Suggested items include:

•⁠  ⁠Cakes

•⁠  ⁠Cupcakes

•⁠  ⁠Brownies

•⁠  ⁠Cookies

•⁠  ⁠Muffins

•⁠  ⁠Loaf cakes

•⁠  ⁠Tray bakes

•⁠  ⁠Juices

•⁠  ⁠Or any other suitable homemade or shop-bought items

If you’re able to contribute, please contact Lola (07380 559980) in advance so she can take your name and coordinate contributions.

We are also collecting donations for the Second-Hand Uniform Sale, with all proceeds going back to the school to support extra activities.

If you have any unwanted, washed uniform items, please drop them at the school reception by 6 December.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support — it really does make a difference.

Clubs will not run on Thursday 11th Dec due to Exhibition Evening.
The last day of clubs is Weds 17th Dec.