Mrs K Brooks - Director of LearningMrs S Whitfield - Director of Learning
This week, as Directors of Learning, we have had the pleasure of presenting assemblies on study skills to students. We talked about the importance of good study habits and what that looks like as well as the neuroscience behind it. We explored how our memory works and what strategies we can use to ensure information sticks!
The Forgetting Curve highlights how quickly we can all let things go which is why mindmaps and flashcards are excellent strategies to support our long term memory. To help students remember the assembly do have a chat about it around the dinner table.
With all year groups we talked about how homework is not done to students but instead for students, to help them become independent learners (an important 3D Curriculum characteristic). We have shared our top tips for homework with you to help support your child's learning at home.
Top Tips
Be organised - check Google Classroom daily and see what’s coming up.
Ask questions - speak with your teacher about anything they don’t understand.
Be prepared - have everything you need, e.g. textbooks, art materials, website logins etc..
Quiet space - phones away, TV off, work at a table and with natural light (As much as possible in the winter!).
Wednesday 18 January
PE Department - Year 10 Rock Climbing Course at Golden Gecko Climbing 11.15am - 12.45pm
Thursday 19 January
Nothing advised
Friday 20 January
Hiltingbury Inclusion Day with Year 9 Sports Leaders 7.45am - 4.00pm
INSET Days for 2022/23
Monday 20 February 2023
Monday 19 June 2023
Friday 21 July 2023
Every effort is made to ensure these dates are accurate. There are occasions when circumstances beyond our control may result in changes
The first of our ‘Mountbatten Miniseries’ is now available on our website. This week, Lorraine Lee BSc (Dipl. Child Psychology and Positive Parenting Practitioner), explores what bullying is and what it can look like in secondary school. It also explains the difference between age appropriate (but undesirable) behaviour as well as defiling different types of bullying.
These short clips are designed to support parents and carers navigate the tricky teenage years. Our Mountbatten Miniseries will be updated weekly on our website, you can find out more about the upcoming topics and Lorraine on the website.
Our students and Drama staff have been working tirelessly to create an excellent production of Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ – they are almost stage ready, so it is time to get your tickets! Information about the performances, casts and tickets can be found in the letter below. You may also find the letter in the 'letters you may have missed' section at the bottom of this newsletter.
We would like to remind you that music tuition fees for the Spring Term 2023 are now due. Please check your Scopay account to check the amount owing and make immediate payment.
Fees for the Spring term are £95.00 with the exception of piano tuition which are £120.00 (if your child is eligible for pupil premium please be aware that Pupil Premium discounts have been applied to your account).
If you have any queries or wish to discuss payment options please contact The Finance Department.
£10.95 per hour plus holiday pay
Required from 20 February 2023
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Amber J 7RAD, Stanley G 7IBR and Jack A 7MJS for gaining the Bronze Award (7 books read and reviewed)
Sophia C 7IBRfor gaining the Silver Award (14 books read and reviewed)
Geography Department
Geography Stars
Joey M 7AWS
Lucy W 7RAD
Josephine M 8YDS/AVE
Polly T 8IHS
Laven C 8PWR
Joshua M 9AOR
Hazey R 9HCS
Hattie F 10FBY
Edward A 11EGY
Hannah M 11MAZ
English Department
English Stars
Amy W 8SFN
Oliver R 9SBS
Sophie F 9HCO
Ruby N 10NKN
Rebecca B 11RCS
Music Department
Percussion Academy Drum Kit Exams
Jade L 9HCO/CFT – Grade 1 with Distinction
Capeson T 8IPY/ESY – Grade 2 with Distinction
Eloise D 11GWT/VGN – Grade 5 with Distinction
Science Department
Science Workshop at Wellow School
Thank you to the following for their support with the Science Workshop at Wellow School
Bethany W 10KRL
Eloise G 9NWS
Click the drop-down menus below to find out more about different careers opportunities coming up for our students.
Interactive Careers Videos
Hampshire Future have recently added new videos to their online careers library. Videos include careers relating to animals, art & design, automotive, careers of the future, criminology, hair and beauty, healthcare, IT, legal, psychology, travel and tourism, and many more. The resources can be accessed here.
Linking the Curriculum to Careers
This week we welcomed Peter Barnett (Studio 4 Architects) to talk about architecture to our Year 9 Resistant Materials students. Peter talked about routes into architecture, the different design processes, the art of technical drawings and ended the session by answering students’ questions.
Year 9 Options
This week we were able to dedicate a lesson for students to use the careers software ‘Careerpilot’. Students were given the task to research different subjects and which careers they may lead on to, as well as researching different jobs and entry routes into these jobs. The session was concluded by a short skills assessment. If your child would like to do some further research, their login details have been recorded in their planner for future use. Careerpilot also has an excellent parent zone where you can find a range of information about different options and pathways at GCSE, college and university level.
We have also started to offer students a careers interview where they can discuss their future options with our Careers Advisers. If your child would like to take this opportunity, can they please let their tutor know or visit the Careers Office in room B9a.
Year 9 & 10 Students - Virtual Routes into STEM course
It is not too late to apply for EDT's February half term 2023 VirtualRoutes into STEM course. This unique course offers a content for students in England, Scotland and Wales covering:
College Life, University Life as well as Apprenticeship routes in the different settings of college, university and industry.
Live sessions to meet and ask questions to STEM students, ambassadors and industry professionals.
Workshops in various sectors such as:
Design and the Built Environment with Arup, Murphy, Balfour Beatty and others.
Transport and Flight with BAE Systems, Network Rail, Leonardo etc and Studying Aerospace Engineering at University.
The future of Technology by WCIT, studying IT at college and university, Phyton Tutorial and more!
The Future of Medicine at University, GSK and NHS Careers.
The Electric Revolution and Net Zero Explained by Innovate UK, Siemens, Rolls-Royce and many more!
Energy including Babcock International, Cory Riverside Energy, Bechtel etc.
Problem Solving – Maths and Forensics including Maths at University, Maths Careers, Forensic Science etc.
Places are limited so if you haven’t applied yet, do not delay and apply by the Monday 23 January!
Year 11 Students: Cambridge University - Studying Veterinary Medicine
Students in Year 11 studying A level Chemistry next year have been invited to Cambridge University to find out more about studying Veterinary Medicine.
To book a place, visit VetCam 2023. The deadline for booking a date for the event is 31 March 2023.
Sparsholt College Open Day - Football Academy
On behalf of the Chelsea Foundation and the Sparsholt College Football Academy, Sparsholt College would like to invite any keen Year 10/11 footballers to their Open day during the February half-term. Click here to register your interest.
Details on the open days can be found below:
Boys Training day:
Thursday 16 February 2023
- 9.30am: meet and greet at Sports centre
- 9:45am: Showcase / tour of campus & Lecture theatre Presentation
- 10.45am - 12.15pm: Training on Pitches (Parents welcome to watch)
- 12.30pm: Depart
Girls Training Day:
Friday 17 February 2023
- 9.30am: meet and greet at Sports centre
- 9.45am: Showcase / tour of campus & Lecture theatre Presentation
- 10.45am - 12.15pm: Training on Pitches (Parents welcome to watch)
- 12.30pm: Depart
This new and exciting association brings a new wealth of opportunities to Sport students studying at Sparsholt College, including:
Represent CFCF: Sparsholt in the Chelsea FC Cobham Cup, held annually at the Chelsea FC Training complex in Cobham.
Take part in training sessions held at the Chelsea FC Training Complex in Cobham.
Access to CFC Academy fixtures throughout the season.
Opportunities to visit the Chelsea FC Stamford Bridge Stadium.
Take their first steps in Coach Education courses delivered by the FA.
Players qualified to a minimum FA Level 1 coaching in football standard during their time at the college will be able to access the CFCF Employment pathway.
Players employed by Chelsea FC will have the opportunity to build their coaching experience working, locally, nationally and internationally.
Courses available to Sparsholt College Football Academy are:
Sport – BTEC Level 2 Sports Award.
Sport, Fitness and Personal Training – BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma.
Sports Coaching and Development – BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma.
Please contact Jack Cotton should you have any queries.
Year 11 College Application Deadlines
As a reminder, please see the application deadlines below:
20 January: Barton Peveril
28 February: Brockenhurst
31 March*: City College, Eastleigh, Itchen, Richard Taunton, Sparsholt and Totton College
*Recommended deadline as courses can fill up fast.
Top Tip
Whilst we are on the topic of reducing our carbon footprint through our food choices, we can also make small changes in the types of food we buy to prioritise fresh and local produce. By seeking out food that is locally grown, we can reduce our food miles (the distance which food travels) and lower our carbon footprint.
If you are unsure as to which foods are in season in the UK during a certain month, the National Trust has put together a useful guide. Don't forget to check out the Hampshire Farmer's Market website to see when they are in town!
RSHE restarts for the Spring Term on Monday and tutors are looking forward to reconnecting with their tutees through the discussion based lessons.
Year 7
This half-term Year 7 will be looking at how to lead healthy lifestyles by considering what health and fitness is before identifying the need for good food, sleep and exercise habits. Students will also explore the impacts of energy drinks and caffeine-based drinks on health and fitness and the law. Students will then move onto exploring the body’s physical changes during puberty.
Year 8
This half-term Year 8 will be exploring healthy lifestyles and good physical health as well as how to maintain positive mental health when using Social Media. Media bias and different media sources will also be covered so we can encourage students to consider what influences they may be exposed to.
Year 9
Year 9 will be starting the new year considering what supports healthy living and how to lead a healthy lifestyle. This moves on to some basic first aid training and then supporting positive mental health and positive self-image. Students will consider how their own self-perception and internet use may be linked.
Year 10
Year 10 will be kick-starting the term with a recap on healthy living and positive lifestyle choices. This will be supported by exploring what a role model is and how this can support personal progress and decision-making. This then leads into exploring the impacts of drug and alcohol use.
Year 11
Year 11 will recap healthy living before moving onto some practical emergency aid training. Students will also explore contraception and sexual health. Students will be signposted to some external agencies that offer support. Youth In Romsey offer support and guidance. Information can be found on their website where further services can also be found as well as what they offer.
Should your child wish to seek support in 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 also launched our message reporting system 'TooToot'.
Childline also offer a range of support and resources.
Part of the healthy living topics include discussing the need for good sleep habits. Support with teenage sleep can be found at Teen Sleep Hub which is part of The Sleep Charity.
Basketball & Badminton After School Clubs - Spring Term
Please follow the instructions below to sign your child up to Basketball and Badminton after school clubs.
Book on to Basketball & Badminton After School Clubs:
Step 4: Choose Booking Option ‘Mountbatten Badminton' or 'Mountbatten Basketball- Spring Term‘
Step 5: Add Attendees Details, click on 'add activity to Basket', then click on proceed to checkout, and complete key information
Step 6: Pay for the course
If you have any questions, please email Glenn Vincent.
Mountbatten Activity Camp, February Half-Term
Following the success of their Christmas Programme, Personal Best Education is running an activity camp during February Half-Term for children aged 6 - 12. For more information and to book, click the button below!
Pilates
There are spaces available on Personal Best's Pilates classes every Wednesday during term time. Only £6.50 per session.
Fitness Suite
Personal Best's No-contract membership starts from as little as £14.95 a month. If you join before Friday 27 January, there is no joining fee.
In this episode, a group of students meet Mr Portas, our new Headteacher, and ask him questions about the things that matter to them. From what makes Mountbatten special through the controversial topic of pineapple on pizza!
Music Tuition - Spring Term Payments
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Jack E 7IBR
Amber J 7RAD, Stanley G 7IBR and Jack A 7MJS for gaining the Bronze Award (7 books read and reviewed)
Joey M 7AWS
Amy W 8SFN
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