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Monkton Wood students take part in ‘girls in maths’ event

A group of Year 10 students from Monkton Wood Academy collaborated with peers from other academies, delving into the wide-ranging uses of mathematics beyond secondary education, in a ‘girls in maths’ event.

The event included interactive sessions where the 10 students had the unique opportunity to engage with three accomplished women who have successfully integrated their maths qualifications into their professional careers.

The girls posed insightful questions, demonstrating a keen interest in understanding how mathematical skills can be applied in different industries.

Anna Ogden, a maths teacher at Monkton Wood Academy, said: “The students were a credit to the school and really immersed themselves in the event. Well done girls!”

This event is part of Monkton Wood Academy’s ongoing commitment to encouraging gender diversity in STEM subjects and empowering young women to pursue careers in fields where they have been historically underrepresented.

 

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Monkton Wood Academy students perform at CLF Battle of the Bands

Monkton Wood Academy students Carla Valenzuela, Maisie Hazell, and Zoe Woodley recently participated in The Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) Battle of the Bands competition, held at City Academy Bristol.

Performing under the band name ‘Ultraviolet’, the talented trio showcased their musical prowess and stage presence, making a significant impact despite being new to the competition.

While Ultraviolet did not place in the top three, they were honoured with the ‘Bravery’ award, recognising their courage as a new school participating in the event.

Their performance was highly commended by many other schools, especially for their excellent stage presence and vocal control.

Joshua Horsey, Monkton Wood’s Head of Music, said: “Monkton Wood Academy is incredibly proud of Carla, Maisie, and Zoe for their dedication, talent, and the positive impression they made at the competition.

“We look forward to seeing their continued growth and success in future musical endeavours.”

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Summer Recital Evening is major success

Monkton Wood Academy proudly held its annual Summer Recital Evening at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre.

The event was an excellent exhibition of the musical talents of students across all year groups, with standout performances that captivated the audience.

In addition to students, the school was delighted to feature guest performances from some dedicated staff members, adding a unique and enriching dimension to the evening.

Joshua Horsey, Head of Music at Monkton Wood, said: “The Summer Recital Evening not only highlighted the hard work and dedication of our musicians but also celebrated the vibrant and supportive community at Monkton Wood Academy.

“We look forward to continuing this tradition and showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff in the years to come.”

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Monkton Wood Academy students showcase talent at The Brewhouse

Monkton Wood Academy students from Years 8, 10, and 11 will see their artwork exhibited at The Brewhouse, Taunton.

This exhibition is a part of the Taunton Youth Culture & Arts Festival (TYCA), which celebrates the creativity and artistic expressions of young people in the area.

The exhibition will run from 8 July to 10 August, and it is open to all. We invite the community to come and support our talented students and enjoy the diverse range of art on display.

 

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Monkton Wood Academy In The Somerset Gazette

Students at a Taunton academy staged their own mock election to understand the importance of political participation.

The initiative took place at Monkton Wood Academy, where students had a hands-on experience of politics ahead of the upcoming General Election by staging its own mock election.

To read the full story on the Somerset Gazette website please click here.

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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition for Monkton Wood students

Students from Monkton Wood Academy embarked on a memorable Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition.

From navigating challenging trails to camping under the stars, every moment was filled with adventure and learning.

A spokesperson for the academy said: “We are immensely proud of our students for pushing boundaries and making incredible memories together. This expedition has truly showcased their resilience and teamwork.

“As the school year progresses, the academy is now encouraging students to complete their assessors’ reports for their other units to achieve the full award before the summer break.”

 

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Excitement fills Monkton Wood Academy during mock election week

It’s been an incredibly exciting week at Monkton Wood Academy as the school’s mock election candidates delivered their speeches in assembly.

Each day the student candidates have spoken to different houses, which have been acting as election ‘constituencies’. The passion and commitment demonstrated by Monkton’s future leaders have been truly inspiring.

Next on the agenda, the candidates will go head-to-head at the hustings in preparation for voting on Monday and Tuesday next week. We eagerly await the results to see who will emerge victorious.

A spokesperson for the academy said: “It’s inspiring to see such passion and commitment from our future leaders, they have all been amazing.”

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Monkton Wood celebrates talent at annual Year 11 GCSE Exhibition

The annual Monkton Wood Academy year 11 GCSE Art and Textile exhibition has been held, showcasing more than 100 pieces of student artwork.

The event featured the talents of the year 11 art and textiles students and hopes to inspire and encourage the next generation of artists coming through.

The collaboration resulted in a professional and visually impressive exhibition, where students were able to display their creativity and earn recognition for their hard work.

The exhibition ran for the whole week to allow all students the opportunity to visit during school day, with after-school openings for families and the community to attend too.

The students’ artwork covered a variety of themes (including portraits, collections, landscapes, still life and abstract art), along with a huge variety of media (sculpture, painting, print, textiles, drawing). Exhibits were inspired by various artists, from the contemporary world of art to the more traditional known artists.

A spokesperson for the academy said: “The exhibition was a resounding success, and students received praise and compliments from their families and peers. The event gave everyone a chance to see what the students had been working on and allowed the students to take pride in their artistic skills and achievements.”

 

 

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Monkton Wood students to compete in Dance World Cup finals

Four talented students from Monkton Wood Academy (MWA) are set to jet off to Prague to take part in the finals of the Dance World Cup.

Jemima McLaughlin (Year 10), Ruby Layzell (Year 10), Maisie Richards (Year 9) and Verity Jones (Year 9) have all been selected to take part.

The students will be part of a 17-strong team from The Katrina Lyndon School of Ballet & Contemporary Dance (KLBC) in Taunton. The team has triumphed over thousands of other dancers to reach the finals, a milestone they have been training extremely hard for over the past year.

The Dance World Cup is the largest global sporting event second only to the Olympics and will see dancers from over 60 countries competing in ballet, tap, lyrical, contemporary, jazz and show dance styles.

Jen Martin, Associate Assistant Principal at Monkton Wood, said: “We wish the students the best of luck and hope the experience will be truly rewarding. This is a chance of a lifetime.”

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Monkton Wood Academy student shines in basketball trials

A student from Taunton’s Monkton Wood Academy has earned national sporting recognition after earning a place in England age group basketball squad.

Year 10 student Luca Bakary achieved milestone in his basketball career over a rigorous four-day trial in Manchester, which won him one of only 12 places in  the England Under-15 Talent Programme as part of the Huish Tigers Basketball team.

In addition to this remarkable achievement, Luca was called up to play with the Under-15 England team in a tournament in Greece.

The England Talent Programme for under-14 and 15s is an important part of the Basketball England talent pathway, supporting the development of England & Great Britain team players.

The objective is to provide international-level competition and quality coaching with the aim to encourage their progression, readying them for more senior levels of play on the international stage.

Zoe Draper, Year 10 Raising Standard lead at Monkton Wood Academy said: “Playing for your country is a great honour and we wish Luca all the best with his basketball career. His dedication and hard work have truly paid off, and we are excited to see what the future holds for him.”

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