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Friary Celebrate Sixth Form Success
The Friary School was thrilled to see our Sixth Form students achieve outstanding exam results, reflecting their hard work and commitment during the last two years. Students achieved excellent outcomes across the range of subjects. The overwhelming number secured places at their first-choice universities, studying prestigious courses including medicine and […]
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Year 12 Students Achieve Outstanding Success on Rona Sailing Project
During the last week of term, eight Year 12 students – accompanied by Miss Simpson and Mr Simpson – embarked on five days of intensive sail training aboard Merrilyn, a 65‑foot yacht operated by the Rona Sailing Project. Despite challenging seas and bouts of sea sickness, every student demonstrated resilience, teamwork […]
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Johnson House Celebration Assembly – Summer Term 2026
The Johnson House Celebration Assembly for the Summer Term saw multiple winners celebrated including: Academic Progress Awards: These awards are based on both results and progress so all students can take an award no matter what their ability: Year 10 – Joseph McGrath, Phoebe Harris, Ethan Wright, Eva Parry, Fenton […]
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Seward House Celebration Assembly – Summer Term 2026
The Seward House Celebration Assembly for the Summer Term saw multiple winners celebrated including: Academic Progress Awards: These awards are based on both results and progress so all students can take an award no matter what their ability: Year 10 – Holly Baker, Leyla Hardy, Lily Price, Logan Smith, Oliver Purkis, […]
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Garrick House Celebration Assembly – Summer Term 2026
The Garrick House Celebration Assembly for the Summer Term saw multiple winners celebrated including: Academic Progress Awards: These awards are based on both results and progress so all students can receive an award no matter what their ability: Year 10 - Anna Bowen-Whittles, Madeleine Broome, Nate Kirkwood, Alfie Mantle, Jessica Lawson, Amelie Messenger, Jensen Wood, Jasper […]
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TikTok Investigated Over Online Safety Concerns
TikTok faces Ofcom investigation over child age checks – BBC News TikTok is being investigated by Ofcom over concerns that it is not doing enough to keep children safe from harmful content. The media regulator believes that the platform’s age checks are not working well enough. Ofcom has said […]
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The Friary Secures Environmental Award
We’re incredibly proud to announce that The Friary School has been awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award with Distinction. This prestigious national award recognises our commitment to sustainability and environmental education, celebrating the collective efforts of our students, staff, families and wider school community in making a positive impact on […]
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Rewards Day sees Johnson House triumph
Johnson House claimed this year’s House Cup, bringing our annual house competition to a thrilling conclusion on Rewards Day. As the overall winners, Johnson students enjoyed a morning packed with inflatable games and obstacle courses. The session featured a range of activities including competitions, foam fun, water slides and […]
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Summer Sizzler 2026
Our Summer Sizzler returned bigger and better than ever, entertaining a large crowd on a glorious summer evening. More than 100 students took part in an impressive range of dance, choir and musical performances. While some were seasoned performers, with groups set to perform again at the Fuse Festival […]
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Hot Chocolate with the Head
Ben H (Year 8) was nominated for his “fantastic attitude in and out of school.” Mr Sleigh recognised Ben’s great effort, outstanding grades, 100% attendance and very high levels of achievement points. Ben’s Head of House concluded it was an “easy decision” to make Ben Seward Vice-Captain for next year. […]
