Former Smithdon student Lucy Henry admits her application for Oxford was something of a shot in the dark, but she hit the bulls-eye by earning the chance of a place at Keble College to study biology
If you have an old PC or laptop that you don't use anymore but is in working order, then why not donate it to a child in West Norfolk? You could also win yourself a brand new one!
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Lockdown may have meant students have not been much in evidence recently, but that does not mean the place has been quiet, as it has provided an opportunity to continue the overhaul of our facilities and buildings.
Smithdon High School pupils have been given a helping hand with lockdown learning courtesy of the Knowledge Organiser book system which are assisting remote schooling.
If you are in years 7 to 9 and wish to test your knowledge, then why not sign up for one of the MFL virtual quizzes.
Our Year 7 pupils took time out from their own Christmas countdown to put a smile on the face of local care home residents by creating a video of Christmas jokes, group singing and poetry reading, as well as providing gifts and cards.
The coronavirus pandemic may have impacted many aspects of school life this year, but it has certainly not silenced the young musicians of schools within our trust, where participation numbers just keep on growing.
The National Anthem is likely to be played with particular enthusiasm by our young musicians after a £2,000 grant with royal connections will further help support music teaching in our schools.
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Schools and academies are required to consult on changes to their admissions arrangements that will apply for admission applications the following year.
Our head teacher John Hirst was interviewed on BBC Radio Norfolk yesterday (Thursday 12th November) about why Smithdon is doing our bit to help in the fight against Covid-19 by taking part in a major national survey about the spread of the virus, focusing on schools.
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October 2020
