Lizz B awarded commendation for languages competition
News > Lizz B awarded commendation for languages competition
We are delighted to announce that Year 10 pupil, Lizz B, was selected for a commendation in the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators. Lizz entered the Year 10-11 category and translated a passage from a novel telling the story of the author Maryse Condé’s childhood in Guadeloupe. Guadeloupe, an island in the Caribbean, was made an Overseas Department of France (DOM: Département d’Outre-Mer) in 1946, which means that Guadeloupe has the same status as any region of mainland France and the inhabitants of Guadeloupe are French citizens. In the opening chapter of this novel, the narrator recalled how much her parents loved their trips to France which had been interrupted by the outbreak of the Second World War. The passage recounted the experience of their first trip back to Paris in 1946.
Over 22,000 students participated in the competition in 2025 with almost 5,000 entries judged, so this is a fantastic achievement. The judges also commented on the very high standard of entries this year and remarked that it was extremely hard to choose winners and commendations. Lizz’s success sits alongside that of Cerys D who won the Spanish Level 4 category.
On Friday 23rd May, 14 talented pupils performed in an international-themed Music and Munch. The audience were treated to music from different countries and in different languages, including Russian, Italian and an amazing performance of a Brazilian piece from the Percussion Ensemble.
To enhance the journey across the world, everyone enjoyed Spanish tortilla, Cuban sandwiches and Greek honey cake. The event was in aid of the Association for Language Learning, a charity which supports language teachers and promotes the learning of foreign languages.
The concert was organised by four IB pupils for their CAS Project, with the help of the Languages, Music and Catering Department. Thank you to all who contributed to such a successful event.
Year 9 showcase their performance skills in Music extravaganza
News > Year 9 showcase their performance skills in Music extravaganza
Wednesday 14th May saw the Auden theatre packed with expectant parents (and staff) ahead of the Year 9 Music Showcase. If there was nervous anticipation, fears were soon allayed, as excellence prevailed.
Pupils showcased their talent with a variety of performances from Beethoven and Vittorio Monti to Meghan Trainor, Bill Withers and David Bowie. The evening was a roaring success. The performances of each individual took the audience on a journey of discovery, played with their emotions and brought a smile to their faces.
They were moved by the tenacity, bravery, composure, and confidence of the pupils willing to display their talents or just take part. The extravaganza was exactly what a music showcase should be… Enjoyable for all.
The Summer Term for girls’ tennis began with exceptional weather, providing ample opportunities for players to engage in matches and hone their skills.
The junior girls’ teams have demonstrated remarkable performance, playing against Beeston on two occasions. They also faced strong competition from King’s Ely, Framlingham, and RHS, achieving commendable results that have boosted their confidence and experience.
The senior girls’ teams have experienced a mix of outcomes but have relished the chance to compete in numerous challenging matches. Their fixtures included games against Framlingham, King’s Ely, North Elmham, and Cromer Ladies, providing valuable exposure to high-level tennis.
The final tennis match was round two of the National Cup, at Framlingham. A special mention goes to Prep School pupil, Yevheniia, who played in the U16 tournament. Yevheniia has had yet another sensational Half Term, as have her teammates who also attended this event.
Throughout the Half Term, the girls’ teams have actively participated in various prestigious tournaments. The U14 and U16 teams competed in the School Sports Magazine Cup, while the U18 girls showcased their abilities in the LTA Abedare Cup. Looking ahead, the junior teams are set to compete in the LTA Year 9-10 competition.
The Summer Term has been a period of growth and success for the girls’ tennis teams, marked by strong performances and valuable experiences. As the term progresses, the teams continue to demonstrate their passion for the sport and their dedication to achieving their goals.
Impressive pre-season sets the tone for Girls Cricket in 2025
News > Impressive pre-season sets the tone for Girls Cricket in 2025
The Girls Cricket team has made a fantastic start to the 2025 season, recording 17 wins, 7 losses, and 2 walkovers. This strong record was built on a productive pre-season, where the U15 and 1st XI squads gained momentum through four matches and two additional days of training.
U15s Shine at New Hall
The U15s launched their season with a full day of cricket at New Hall School, opening with a commanding 48-run victory. Prep school star Sophia S marked her debut in style with an unbeaten 43, leading the team to a total of 139. The bowling attack fired on all cylinders, with wickets evenly distributed among Clemmie O, Emilia C, Georgina W, and Livs S—who delivered a remarkable 2 for 3 in just two overs. Sophia S earned Player of the Match honours.
In the afternoon fixture, the confidence was clear. New Hall batted first but were again restricted, managing just 59. Bowlers Gen H (2 for 3) and Angelica (2 for 1) starred, supported by consistent wicket-taking from the rest of the squad. The chase was a formality, completed with 12 overs to spare. Gen H’s all-round performance—20 runs and two wickets—secured her the Player of the Match award.
First Team Tested by County Talent
The 1st XI faced a challenging start against the Norfolk County U18s. Charlotte G impressed with a fluent 54 as the team posted 129, but the experienced county side proved too strong. Despite wickets from Issy, Angelica, and Amelie H, the total was chased down. Notably, this match saw the First XI debuts of Livs S and Lotty D—names to watch for the future.
Bounce-Back Win in Style
The squad bounced back in style in their next outing. Bowling first, they restricted their opponents to 103 thanks to a standout performance from Amelie H (1 for 16) and a game-changing spell by Livs S, who claimed 3 for 5 in under two overs. With the bat, the chase was calm and controlled. Etta C led the way with 26, while debutant Gen H anchored the innings with Clemmie O to finish the game five overs early.
Georgia D leads first XI triumph
One of the season’s standout individual performances came in the First XI’s triumphant clash against Repton. Georgia D was in top form, blasting 50 runs in just 12 overs, leading the team to a victorious win.
A Promising Outlook
The 2025 Girls Cricket team has shown depth, resilience, and emerging talent. With strong individual performances across both junior and senior teams, and players stepping up in key moments, the season promises much more success as fixtures continue.
Cerys D crowned winner of prestigious translation competition
News > Cerys D crowned winner of prestigious translation competition
Cerys D in Year 12 has been crowned the winner for the East of England in the 2025 Anthea Bell Translation Competition for Spanish.
This year’s competition was especially competitive, with over 5,000 entries submitted from more than 22,000 participants nationwide. Judges praised the exceptionally high standard of submissions, making Cerys’s win all the more impressive.
We are incredibly proud of Cerys for this tremendous achievement.
This term, the swim team were tasked with the challenge of attempting to break longer distance school records.
Year 9 pupil, Grace C met this challenge head-on and managed to break six Girls’ records, all of which are long standing, for ten or more years.
At just 14 years old, Grace now holds the record for the following:
U16 Girls 400m Free
U16 Girls 800m Free
U16 Girls 1000m Free
U16 Girls 100m Fly
U16 Girls 1500 Free (60 Lengths)
U19 Girls 1500 Free
Congratulations to Grace on this fantastic achievement.
Pupils design new artwork for the Dyson Building
News > Pupils design new artwork for the Dyson Building
On Monday 19 May, two new wall rugs were unveiled at the bottom of the stairs in the Dyson Building.
A number of pupils and teachers were on hand to see the unveiling. The fabulous pieces of art were designed by Year 10 pupils Lachlan M and Miriam G, expertly made by the Deirdre Dyson Carpet company, and commissioned by one of the School’s most generous art benefactors – the Sir Colin Anderson Memorial Trust.
For more than forty years, the Sir Colin Anderson Memorial Trust has commissioned multiple pieces of art for the School, including the bouncing ball structure by the Parade Ground, the Auden and Britten stone pillars by the Chapel and behind the Auden Theatre, and the stone hand that lives outside the Cairns Centre, to name but just a few.
Last academic year, members of the Trust asked Year 9 pupils to come up with designs for two new wall rugs to be hung inside the building and that reflected the STEAM subjects. There proved to be stiff competition, with many interesting designs being submitted. In the end, Lachlan and Miriam’s colourful designs were chosen.
The School extends its sincere thanks to the trustees of the Sir Colin Anderson Memorial Trust for their loyal and generous support, as well as its congratulations to both Lachlan and Miriam for coming up with two fantastic designs that will forever be displayed in the Dyson Building.
Eva O wins national multilingual poetry competition
News > Eva O wins national multilingual poetry competition
Eva O has won the University of Cambridge/Routes into Languages ‘Other Tongue’ Poetry Competition for her poem, Comment suis-je censée savoir?
Her success was announced over the Easter holidays at the celebration event at Murray Edwards College, as part of the Cambridge Festival of Ideas.
Eva’s poem has been published in the Mother Tongue Other Tongue anthology.
Many congratulations Eva for this considerable achievement!
SST travel to Gresham’s for an exciting STEAM visit
News > SST travel to Gresham’s for an exciting STEAM visit
At the end of April, Gresham’s pupils enjoyed a return visit from their Singapore School of Science and Technology partners for an exciting four days. They were immersed in lessons at Gresham’s, along with visits to the local area and Lotus. They also continued the collaborative STEAM project that they began together at SST, focusing on flood defences, alerts, and rescue systems—a topic that’s both globally important and full of potential for creative thinking and problem-solving.
Working together with SST has been a brilliant chance to share ideas, learn from each other, and bring together different strengths.
The projects were presented on Tuesday and judged by Douglas Robb, John Tan (SST) and Sophie King. Among the designs and winners for the different categories were:
Scalability. This went to a small emergency raft that would deploy supplies, and was won by Timo and Eita’s group.
Environmental impact. This went to an improved levee which could allow for extra water capacity and allow the return of water to the sea or river, and was won by Pablo and Kai’s group.
Innovation. Lastly was an airbag-style door or window seal, deployed by an app to prevent water entering homes, and was won by Marc and Simona’s group.
