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We are very proud of class Arne student Deniz, who, after passing his audition, has gone on to perform with The National Open Youth Orchestra (NOYO). His first concert took place at the Barbican Centre in London. Deniz plays the Clarion, a tablet based instrument allowing him to play independently and expressively. He will be […]
Read moreWe continued to celebrate ‘Aspire Week’ today as our Post 16 students took part in activities and enterprise. We welcomed Lauren and John from The Outdoor Education Company, who brought in a 7.5m adapted climbing wall. The students had so much fun (with a few nerves) on an exhilarating climb to the top. Mindfulness sessions […]
Read moreThis week, our Post 16 classes have been taking part in ‘Aspire Week’, a week of timetabled activities to encourage students to think about future opportunities, raise aspirations, take part in an enterprise challenge and have a range of experiences out of their normal comfort zone. We have had an excellent start to the week. As […]
Read moreMany thanks to Damon from Hendy Vauxhall Motability who visited this morning. Damon spoke to a number of our Post 16 students on the very latest accessibility options, adaptions and technology available, and gave some sound advice on how to apply for the Motability scheme. The students had fun and the opportunity to sit in […]
Read moreWe’ve enjoyed a fabulous afternoon of entertainment in our annual VEC’s Factor spectacular! In all, a record-breaking 20 acts participated! There was singing, dancing and film entries. Everyone was certainly a winner today, but our judging panel, Sean Mogg, Dave Young, Jamie King and Jana Henley, had the arduous task of choosing the top three. […]
Read moreIn the course of their studies, our photography and media group have been making their own Vlogs. To learn more about vlogging and to get some useful hints and tips they conducted an interview with YouTube vlogger Tom Chappell. Tom runs a successful vlog called ‘Fournilwrittenalloverit’ all about Portsmouth FC. Class Portland also participated as […]
Read moreStudents from Class Portland have been ‘Stepping into Sport’ today at as we hosted The Dorset STEP Inclusive Sport Event. The purpose of this event is to further develop leadership skills for our young people and inspire them to lead and volunteer in sport. The day also developed communication and organisation skills of young people […]
Read moreYesterday, we were very pleased to welcome Frances Cornelius and Barry Smith from Variety, The Children’s Charity, with a special delivery! With Easter just around the corner, we were delighted to receive a batch of delicious Easter eggs to be shared among the students. Paula Allcroft and Deputy Headteacher Lisa Layng were on hand to […]
Read moreClass Portland are now two weeks into an exciting music project in association with local Music Education Agency Soundstorm. The project, set to run over 10 weeks, will guide the students through writing, performing and recording their own song. From the notes to the words, the students are leading the whole creation. The track will […]
Read moreA couple of week back class Portland student and budding ventriloquist Elliot supported one of his heroes, Steve Hewlett. Steve is one of the UKs top Ventriloquists having come 4th in the finals of Britain’s Got Talent with his puppets of Simon Cowell and Sinitta. Following this success Steve went on to support the Osmonds […]
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