Can you believe we have already completed the first half-term of the new academic year!? We hope our students are looking forward to a well deserved half-term break. We have been really impressed with the study skills and attitudes in lessons and around school.
At Mountbatten, we believe that recognising and rewarding students' effort and achievement is essential for fostering a positive and motivating learning environment. Our rewards system is designed to celebrate not only academic excellence but also personal development, kindness, and resilience.
Throughout the school year, students can earn rewards in a variety of ways. Whether it's through academic progress, participation in extra-curricular activities, or showing exceptional behaviour. Every achievement matters! Teachers regularly award epraise points for excellent classwork, independence and creativity to name a few, which contribute towards e-badges, certificates and end-of-term rewards. These points can be tracked on epraise, allowing students and parents/carers to monitor progress. Many of our students have enjoyed a morning with hot chocolate and treats with their Heads of Year this week, in recognition of an excellent half term.
In addition to individual recognition, we place a strong emphasis on team work and community spirit. Our House system encourages healthy competition, with students working together to earn points for their respective Houses. Special events, like Sports Day and charity fundraisers offer additional opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions whilst having fun together.
Each term, we celebrate students’ achievements in assemblies, where a range of certificates and prizes are awarded. For those who go above and beyond, prestigious awards like Tutee of the Term are presented, recognising not just academic success, but positive contributions to our school community.
We take pride in ensuring that all students feel valued for their efforts, helping them grow into confident, compassionate, and capable young people.
May we take this opportunity to wish you a happy and healthy half-term break.
Click here to see what's on after half-term:
Monday 4 November
Nothing advised
Tuesday 5 November
Geography Department - Year 11 Southampton City Case Study Trip (11.3/Ge1: COY, 11.3/Ge2: MRT) 1.00pm - 4.30pm
Wednesday 6 November
Geography Department - Year 11 Southampton City Case Study Trip (11.1/Ge1: MRT, 11.2/Ge1: LHK) 1.00pm - 4.30pm
Thursday 7 November
Geography Department - Year 11 Southampton City Case Study Trip (11.4/Ge1: COY, 11.4/Ge2: LHK) 1.00pm - 4.30pm
Friday 8 November
Nothing advised
Saturday 9 November
Music Department - National Concert Band Festival - Regional Event (Big Band, Wind Band, Community Wind Band) at Barton Peveril College
INSET Days for 2024/25
Monday 24 February 2025
Thursday 3 July 2025
Every effort is made to ensure these dates are accurate. There are occasions when circumstances beyond our control may result in changes.
Student Photographs
Year 7, Year 9 and Year 11 had portrait photographs taken during the first week of term. If you did not receive the QR code card from your child to view and order photographs, please email samantha.connors@mountbatten.school for the information, stating your child’s full name and tutor group.
The Year 11 whole group photograph has been rescheduled to be taken on Monday 31 March 2025 at 1.00pm.
Google Classroom and epraise
We would like to share a ‘Parent Guide to Google Classroom’. Google Classroom is an online platform that we use to set homework and is used weekly by all staff and students. As a parent/carer, you can get email summaries about your child's activity.
Parents can use epraise to access information about their child and receive alerts when they receive a house point, demerit or detention. An email invitation has been emailed to you to access this account using the email address that you have previously given us.
Do you have any winter coats you no longer need? Are they clean and in good condition?
Thank you so much to those of you who have already delivered donated coats for our collection! We are continuing to gather a collection of warm winter coats so that we can hold a coat exchange before Christmas.
We are looking for sizes 11yrs+ through to adult sizes. If you have a coat you are willing to donate, please bring it to Reception!
Ex Students (2024 Leavers) - Collection of Art Work
Please click the photo below to email and confirm your collection.
OVERDUE Fees: Music Tuition 2024/25 - Autumn Term
We would like to remind you that music tuition fees for the Autumn Term 2024 are now overdue. Please could you check your Scopay account to check the amount and make your payment as soon as possible.
Fees for the Autumn term are £98.00, with the exception of piano tuition which is £120.00 (if your child is eligible for Pupil Premium, please be aware that Pupil Premium discounts have been applied to your account).
Main Pay Scale (Upper Pay Scale will be considered for the right candidate)
Required from January 2025
The Mountbatten School English Faculty is committed to helping all students become happy, confident, curious and knowledgeable learners. Our students experience a range of texts and opportuni...
Congratulations to the following students for levelling up on Sparx Maths!
Ethan D 8MAZ - Level 10
Jacob U 8JWS - Level 10
Josh C-W 10COY - Level 15
Charlotte H 8JAD - Level 20
Oliver M 10RLE - Level 25
Grace S 8KGK - Level 30
Sophia A 10RLE - Level 35
Darcie M 11AOR - Level 35
Elliott O 9CBN - Level 40
Eva M 10RMN - Level 45
Becca N 9DDY - Level 55
Grace K-W 9TLS - Level 70
Geography Department
Geography Stars
River M-J 7EML
Nathan J 7SCD
Fern H 7TDN
Sophie S 8KGK
Arla D 8ADY
Amelia W 9SDN/SWT
Alice A 9SDN/SWT
Tia E 9PSN
Eleanor A 10RGY/SNN
Eva P 11AOR
English Department
English Stars
Casper M 7TDN
Nila F 8GWT
Marina R 8GWT
Amelia R 8GWT
Yasmin B 9PSN
Matt S 10JFR
Ben C 10VGN
Hilmi W 10RGY/SNN
Matthew B 10COY
Kamil S 11RCS
Sparx Readers
Congratulations to the following students for their achievements in Sparx Reader!
Evie A 7BPY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Taylor C 7BPY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Zachary P 7BPY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Ameerah E 7CPE - 2000+ Sparx Points
Jake S 7CPE/HOL - 2000+ Sparx Points
Nula S 7CPE/HOL - 2000+ Sparx Points
Lily T 7EHK - 2000+ Sparx Points
Gracie G 7OWS - 2000+ Sparx Points
Daniel M 7OWS - 2000+ Sparx Points
Emma L 7SCD - 2000+ Sparx Points
Alex P 7SGY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Millie E 7TDN - 2000+ Sparx Points
Fern H 7TDN - 2000+ Sparx Points
Gracie N 7TDN - 2000+ Sparx Points
Dawid M 8ADY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Maria K 8DCR/ESY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Julia P 8ERL - 2000+ Sparx Points
Dexter R 8ERL - 2000+ Sparx Points
Indiana F 8JWS - 2000+ Sparx Points
Harry H 8JWS - 2000+ Sparx Points
Ollie A 9DDY - 2000+ Sparx Points
Lorenzo W 8MAZ - 11,000+ Sparx Points
Kornel A 7TDN - 13,000+ Sparx Points
Jack W 8GWT - 15,000+ Sparx Points
Science Department
Super Scientists
Thomas C 8LHG
Sienna A 9CBN
Advik B 9SDN/SWT
Kaelyn D 9EGY
Ella H-W 9LHK/EBT
Charlie H 9TLS
Erin K 9TLS
Oliver N 11AOR
Megan H 11TRN
Charlie M 11HCS
Business Department
Business Stars
Alana B 10RMN
Alfie G 11AWE/RAR
Eva P 11AOR
Zina K 11TRN
Freya J 11TRN
History Department
History Stars
Bobby R 7TDN
Emily E 8MAZ
Giulio S 8LHG
Martha A 9MJS/CEE
Toby S 10RGY/SNN
Emmeline H 11HCS
Music Department
Autumn Concert 2024
Thank you to all that took part and supported the Mountbatten 2024 Autumn Concert. The praise and thanks that has been given for your efforts has been overwhelming. The Music Department staff are so proud of all our musicians that took part and the standard that was achieved on the evening was outstanding! Thank you again for all of your hard work and we look forward to our upcoming performances over the festive period.
Percussion Academy Drum Kit Exams
The following students have passed Percussion Academy Drum Kit exams –
Hamish N 8LHG - Grade 1 with Distinction
Adam W 9TLS - Grade 3 with Merit
Work Enrichment Day
There was a real buzz of excitement around school as students across all year groups took part in our Work Enrichment Day on Tuesday 15 October. Here is a brief overview of the range of activities which students experienced:
Year 7: Assembly with the air ambulance, learning CPR, meeting paramedics and police staff, completing the Buzz quiz to find out their personality and job ideas, ‘Step into the NHS’ competition and investigating a 'crime scene' having spent time with the police!
Year 8: Introduction to law, running a mock court trial, assembly with a maritime industry representative, maritime design challenge, short taster sessions for some of the possible GCSE courses.
Year 9: Festival Challenge: designing their own festival, assembly with music industry representatives, learning about entrepreneurs and enterprise.
Year 10: Getting to know different college prospectuses, researching jobs using CareerPilot software, assembly to introduce work experience, researching work experience
Year 11: Applying for colleges, assembly with a music event organiser, taking part in the Real Game and learning how to budget. They also investigated AI and its future impact on the workplace. Every student had a mock interview and a lesson on finance.
Our mock interviewers commented on how well the Year 11 students performed: "they all looked very smart, conducted themselves well in the interview and asked some great questions". As one interviewer stated: "I was bowled over by the amazing students I met, a real credit to you all!. Well done to all involved!
Click the drop-down options below to find out about updates and opportunities for our students!
Careers in aerospace, defence and space
Last week, students from Year 9 - 11 went to the Farnborough International Conference Centre to take part in the ‘Make the Future Yours!’ Space Industry careers event. Present were a range of leaders in the field such as AWE, BAE Systems, Babcock, UCL, Civil Aviation Authority, Viasat, Qinetiq, ADS Group, Royal Aeronautical Society and many more. The event enabled students to find out about careers they haven’t previously considered, aswell as entry pathways into the many exciting careers on offer.
iConstruct
Students visited the CEMAST campus in Lee-on-Solent (part of the South Hampshire College Group) over two days to gain an insight into the different careers available in the construction industry. After speaking to employees, they gave a presentation on what they had learnt and had the opportunity to try out virtual training simulators, bricklaying, use the Tech Truck equipment and VR headsets.
College Application Deadlines
Please see below for the various college application deadlines.
Year 10 and 11 Careers insight Technology & Data
Lloyds Banking is hosting a webinar for students interested in how technology is transforming finance and how they can be a part of it. Students curious to find out more about data analytics, software development, or cybersecurity can use this opportunity to learn from the experts and explore the exciting opportunities ahead. The event is held on Tuesday 5 November, 5.00pm-6.00pm. To register, please click here.
Upcoming College Open Events
7 November: Totton College
9 November: Sparsholt College
9 November: Brockenhurst College
12 November: City College Southampton
13 November: Richard Taunton College
Mountbatten Reading Challenge: Winner Announced!
We are delighted to announce the winner of this term’s Mountbatten Reading Challenge! After weeks of page-turning adventures, insightful reads, and impressive dedication, one reader has emerged as the champion with a whopping 100 points!
Congratulations to Eleanor K 7EML for completing this term’s challenge by reading an impressive 13 books! From thrilling graphic novels to thought-provoking non-fiction, Eleanor took on the challenge with enthusiasm and curiosity and has won a Waterstones voucher for her efforts. Well done, Eleanor!
A huge thank you and well done to everyone who participated in the new challenge. We were thrilled to see so many students exploring new genres and authors. Special mentions go to Anna G 7CPE/HOL who managed to earn an amazing 80 points and Daisy L 7EML with 70 points! Keep up the fantastic reading, and be sure to keep adding your reads to your tracker for a chance to win at the end of next term!
Happy reading!
Exciting Announcement: Pumpkin Carving and Painting Contest Winner!
We are also thrilled to finally announce the winner of this year’s Pumpkin Carving and Painting Contest! After receiving a fantastic array of creative and spooky entries, Mrs Cowley had an extremely tough job of selecting the best design.
But the winner with the best pumpkin is Leila P 7CPE/HOL! Leila impressed us with her incredible attention to detail and produced this beautifully coloured pumpkin, celebrating the best-selling graphic novel series Heartstopper by Alice Oseman. Well done, Leila – you have created a truly wonderful piece! Leila will be taking home a cauldron of Halloween goodies for her efforts.
A special mention also goes to Aubree H 7OWS who earned 2nd place with her brilliant Amelia Fang pumpkin and Alex P 7SGY who earned 3rd place with his awesome Cheshire Cat design from Alice in Wonderland. A huge congratulations to you both for your wonderful entries!
Mrs Cowley wishes to thank everyone who participated in the pumpkin competition, your creativity truly lit up the competition (pun intended)!
Winner of the Halloween Horror Creative Writing Competition!
We are very excited to reveal the winner of this year’s Halloween Horror Creative Writing Competition! After reading through some spine-chilling entries, we’ve chosen the story that sent the biggest shiver down our spines.
Congratulations to Izzy H 7BPY for her deliciously spooky tale, The Halloween of 1936! Izzy’s story stood out for its attention to detail and vivid descriptions that brought the Halloween night of 1936 to life. Izzy has won a cauldron full of Halloween treats to take away with her. Well done, Izzy!
Be sure to read the winning story by clicking the button below and immerse yourself in Izzy’s spooky tale!
A special mention also goes to our 2nd place competitor Harry W 9DDY for Psycho in the Woods and our 3rd place competitor Ted P 7EHK for Black Horn Centre. Both of your stories showed real imagination and writing talent. You should be very proud of your contributions.
A big thank you to everyone who submitted their haunting tales. Each entry was uniquely terrifying, making the competition fiercely tough to judge.
RSHE (Relationships, Sex, & Health Education) is taught by Tutors to their Tutor Group once a week. Tutors deliver discussion-based lessons which allow our students to explore a range of topics to effectively prepare our young people for success in the modern world with the knowledge, understanding and desire to keep themselves safe, happy, healthy, respectful and tolerant. Our aim is to empower them with the resilience and confidence to make a difference to their own and others’ future.
Year 7
This half-term, Year 7 will be looking at how to deal with starting secondary school, dealing with change and how to develop more self-confidence. They will also explore how friendships form, may change and develop as well as how communication is a valuable tool to manage friendships. Year 7 will then look at how to show empathy, compassion and care.
Year 8
Year 8 will be starting with identifying their personal strengths and achievements. They will then explore personal safety and move on to looking at the meaning of discrimination and prejudice and what protective characteristics are. After this, they will learn about Black History month and gender identity before discussing attitudes towards mental health.
Year 9
Year 9 will be looking at what a healthy relationship is and how to recognise the features of them. They will explore the meaning of commitment within a range of different relationships and the meaning of consent. Once they understand the meaning of consent they will consider the types of freedom and capacity to consent before moving on to exploring families, marriage and changes within relationships and families.
Year 10
Year 10 will be discussing the values required to secure positive relationships and what choices each individual has within their relationships. This includes intimate and platonic relationships, in-person and online. Negative behaviours such as pressure and coercion is then covered to build on the consent lessons delivered in Year 9. Victim blaming and positive role models are then explored.
Year 11
Year 11 will be exploring stereotypes and individual identities, including gender. They will consider their own ambitions and aspirations before hearing from some colleges in readiness for their post-16 applications. They will then recap the need for good sleep hygiene and how to deal with different emotions ahead, in the context of the exam year ahead.
Should your child wish to seek support related to any of these topics or about anything else that is worrying them, please advise them to speak to their form tutor in the first instance or request some support from our Student Support Team by completing the Student Support form on the student area of the school website.
We have our reporting system 'TootToot', where students can report anonymously or with their name.
Please note all calls both to and from the school are recorded for training and monitoring purposes.
October Holiday Camp
Bookings are open for the Personal Best Activity Camp in October half-term. We have loads of great activities planned, including pumpkin decorating, scavenger hunts as well as our firm favourite, the giant inflatable obstacle course!
For more information and to book, click the button below.
Do you have any winter coats you no longer need? Are they clean and in good condition?
We would like to remind you that music tuition fees for the Autumn Term 2024 are now overdue. Please could you check your Scopay account to check the amount and make your payment as soon as possible.
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Ethan D 8MAZ - Level 10
River M-J 7EML
Casper M 7TDN
Thomas C 8LHG
Alana B 10RMN
Bobby R 7TDN
There was a real buzz of excitement around school as students across all year groups took part in our Work Enrichment Day on Tuesday 15 October. Here is a brief overview of the range of activities which students experienced:
We are delighted to announce the winner of this term’s Mountbatten Reading Challenge! After weeks of page-turning adventures, insightful reads, and impressive dedication, one reader has emerged as the champion with a whopping 100 points!
