What a fantastic afternoon of football for our students!
The Sarum Yr7 football teams welcomed Trafalgar for a double-header, with both boys and a girls fixture taking place. Both matches were thoroughly enjoyable to watch and were played in an excellent spirit throughout.
Yr 7 Boys
The boys match was an exciting and competitive encounter, with both teams creating opportunities. Trafalgar came close on two occasions, hitting the post twice, before Sarum opened the scoring through a fantastic header from Henry B.
Sarum quickly added a second, with Mason S producing some excellent wing play to create the opportunity and finish nicely. Max G then rounded off the scoring with another excellent header to secure a 3–0 victory for Sarum.
All of the boys put in a fantastic performance, with a special mention to Lucas, who produced an excellent fingertip save to turn the ball around the post while the game was still goalless. The whole defence also deserves recognition for an outstanding shift and for working together to secure a well-deserved clean sheet.
U14 Girls
The girls fixture was an even more tightly contested affair, with both teams battling hard throughout. The match was ultimately decided by a single goal, scored early on by Tianna M.
There were chances at both ends as the game continued, but the Sarum girls showed tremendous determination and dug deep to secure the win.
There were several outstanding individual performances, with special mentions to Lillie M, who was incredible throughout, Pixie, whose tenacity and work rate was exceptional, and Isabella, who was fabulous in goal. Every member of the team should be extremely proud of their performance.
A Fantastic Team Effort
It was particularly pleasing to see so many Year 7 students getting involved, supporting and cheering each other on, alongside students from other year groups and a fantastic number of parents. The atmosphere around both fixtures was a real reflection of the strong team spirit within the year group.
A huge thank you also goes to Ryleigh BF for refereeing the boys' match, Finley S, Charlie B and Reggie for running the line, Araryn for helping to coach the girls, and Oli B for assisting with the boys' game.
Finally, thank you to Trafalgar for travelling over and making the fixtures possible.
Well done to all of our players a fantastic afternoon of football, teamwork and school spirit!
Year 8 Football A strong second-half performance saw our Year 8's secure a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Trafalgar in a closely contested encounter. The first half was evenly matched, with both sides battling hard and neither team able to break the deadlock. Defences remained on top and chances were limited, resulting in a goalless scoreline at the interval. The introductions made at half-time injected fresh energy into the Sarum attack, and the breakthrough soon followed. Some excellent combination play between Max and Mason earned Sarum a corner. When the ball was delivered into the box, it fell kindly to Jensen, who showed great composure to calmly tap home from close range and give Sarum the lead. Buoyed by the goal, Sarum continued to press high and attack the heart of the Trafalgar defence. Quin was a constant threat, testing the visitors with his direct running and creating problems throughout the second half. As Sarum pushed for a second goal, the pressure continued to build. Another corner caused chaos in the penalty area, and after a handball was spotted on the line, the referee pointed to the penalty spot. Up stepped Oli, who confidently dispatched the penalty with just five minutes remaining to put the result beyond doubt. Despite the two-goal deficit, Trafalgar refused to give in and continued to battle until the final whistle, creating a few anxious moments as they pushed forward in search of a way back into the game. Full Time: Sarum Academy 2–0 Trafalgar A massive thank you to Trafalgar for being excellent opponents throughout, showing great determination and sportsmanship from start to finish. We wish them the very best of luck for the remainder of the season. Special recognition also goes to Jack, Arlo, Leighton and Harrison for their support with officiating, and to Riley for his assistance in the dugout. Finally, thank you to all the students, parents and supporters who came out to watch and cheer on the team.
🌺 The Poppy Appeal – Supporting Our Armed Forces Community The reception/admin office has this year's Poppy Appeal items available, with a selection of poppies, themed items and accessories. The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal raises vital funds to support serving and ex-serving members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families when they need help. Please pop into the office to have a look if you would like to purchase anything. A small cash donation of at least £1 per item is requested. Every donation, no matter how small, helps make a difference. Thank you for your support!
Our talented students have officially submitted their entries for the national Harvest Festival Wheatsheaf Loaf Challenge! 🥖 We had 4 fantastic groups of students take part this year, showing off some serious baking skills and incredible creativity. 🎨👩🍳👨🍳 A massive, heartfelt thank you goes to the amazing Jenny Brown from our school canteen team. Your guidance, support, and endless encouragement made this whole challenge possiblewe couldn't have done it without you! 🙌 Fingers crossed for the £500 kitchen equipment prize! 🤞🏆 Good luck to everyone who took part! We are so proud of you all. 🌟
Look who is coming for lunch tomorrow!!
What a joy it was to spend yesterday afternoon with this fabulous bunch... even if you did manage to beat Miss Gough at bowling! 🎳 15 students from Years 8 and 9 were selected to enjoy our first rewards trip of the year, recognising their brilliant conduct, excellent attendance and fantastic improvements in behaviour. We are SO proud of you all! What a fantastic way to kick-start the year! Keep your eyes peeled for our next rewards trip just before Christmas... 🎄👀 I wonder where we'll be heading next!
Year 10 Football Match Report: Sarum Academy 1–0 Trafalgar School A hard-fought victory for Sarum! Sarum Academy's Year 10 football team secured a narrow 1–0 victory over Trafalgar School in a closely contested fixture. In truth, the game felt like a draw, with both teams cancelling each other out for large periods and creating a competitive, evenly matched encounter. The decisive moment came through some excellent pressing from Eroni, whose intensity forced the Trafalgar defence and goalkeeper into an error. Eroni was on hand to capitalise and finish comfortably, giving Sarum the only goal of the game and ultimately securing the win. There were several notable performances across the team. George and Alex were as solid as ever at the back, providing a dependable defensive foundation. Henry also proved to be an excellent outlet on the right-hand side, combining direct running with relentless energy throughout the match. However, Jake takes the Man of the Match award for another impressive performance this season. His composure on the ball continues to stand out, particularly when operating in tight defensive areas under pressure. His ability to remain calm and make good decisions in difficult situations was a real positive and a key feature of his performance. The game also provided a valuable opportunity to experiment tactically, with several players taking on slightly different roles and positions as we explored alternative formations. This flexibility will be important as the season progresses. Well done to John, who stepped up to play a year above his age group and contributed to the squad. A big thank you to our Year 11 students, Jack, Marley and Leighton, for running the lines and refereeing the game. Their support was greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank Trafalgar School for making the journey to play the fixture. Finally, a huge thank you to the fantastic support from the students and parents who came along to watch the game. Your encouragement from the sidelines was greatly appreciated by the team and helped make it a great occasion. Well done to the Year 10 boys on the victory! It was a competitive game that could have gone either way, but the team showed the determination needed to come away with the result. Hopefully, this is the first of many local league victories this season! Mr Lawrence
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https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136183/EDV-2026-SA-38814 We are looking for a Personal Development Leader who can build strong relationships, hold high expectations and be the calm, consistent adult who notices when something isn't quite right. You'll get to know your year group inside out - celebrating their successes, helping them navigate the bumps along the way and working with families and staff to make sure every student is known, valued and empowered to flourish. If you can combine warmth and humour with high expectations, stay calm when things get lively and genuinely want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Our staff team held a Macmillan Coffee Morning on 25th September and raised an amazing amount for this fantastic cause! A huge thank you to everyone who contributed, whether by baking cakes and biscuits, or by purchasing treats to donate, especially those who may not feel as confident in the kitchen! Thank you also to everyone who bought a cake, made a donation, or took part in our "Guess the Baby's Weight" competition. Your generosity and support helped make the morning such a success, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who got involved!
A super evening for Year 8 & Year 10 netball teams! We were joined by SWGS, WSE & Trafalgar for our first tournament of the year. All matches were incredibly close & there was a huge number of goals scored! Miss Gough & Mrs Thrasher were so impressed by the quality of skills demonstrated. Passes were rapid, defending was fierce & shooting was accurate. Well done ladies. Awesome teamwork & sportsmanship as always. We're looking forward to your next fixtures already!
What a fantastic afternoon of football for our students! The Sarum Yr7 football teams welcomed Trafalgar for a double-header, with both boys and a girls fixture taking place. Both matches were thoroughly enjoyable to watch and were played in an excellent spirit throughout. Yr 7 Boys The boys match was an exciting and competitive encounter, with both teams creating opportunities. Trafalgar came close on two occasions, hitting the post twice, before Sarum opened the scoring through a fantastic header from Henry B. Sarum quickly added a second, with Mason S producing some excellent wing play to create the opportunity and finish nicely. Max G then rounded off the scoring with another excellent header to secure a 3–0 victory for Sarum. All of the boys put in a fantastic performance, with a special mention to Lucas, who produced an excellent fingertip save to turn the ball around the post while the game was still goalless. The whole defence also deserves recognition for an outstanding shift and for working together to secure a well-deserved clean sheet. U14 Girls The girls fixture was an even more tightly contested affair, with both teams battling hard throughout. The match was ultimately decided by a single goal, scored early on by Tianna M. There were chances at both ends as the game continued, but the Sarum girls showed tremendous determination and dug deep to secure the win. There were several outstanding individual performances, with special mentions to Lillie M, who was incredible throughout, Pixie, whose tenacity and work rate was exceptional, and Isabella, who was fabulous in goal. Every member of the team should be extremely proud of their performance. A Fantastic Team Effort It was particularly pleasing to see so many Year 7 students getting involved, supporting and cheering each other on, alongside students from other year groups and a fantastic number of parents. The atmosphere around both fixtures was a real reflection of the strong team spirit within the year group. A huge thank you also goes to Ryleigh BF for refereeing the boys' match, Finley S, Charlie B and Reggie for running the line, Araryn for helping to coach the girls, and Oli B for assisting with the boys' game. Finally, thank you to Trafalgar for travelling over and making the fixtures possible. Well done to all of our players a fantastic afternoon of football, teamwork and school spirit!
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🏃 Sarum Cross Country – Race 2 | Hudson Field Our Sarum Cross Country runners showed true grit, determination and resilience in Race 2 at Hudson Field, tackling an extremely challenging course featuring steep slopes, mud and plenty of trees to navigate! With large fields of runners across all age groups, everyone of our students gave their very best and should be incredibly proud of their performances. Their commitment, effort and positive attitude were fantastic to see. A special mention goes to Ollie B, who produced an excellent performance to finish 8th in the U14 category a brilliant achievement in such a competitive field. 👏 Perhaps most pleasing of all was seeing our students supporting, encouraging and cheering one another on throughout the event. The sense of belonging and team spirit was fantastic, with students racing hard while celebrating each other's efforts. A huge well done to all our runners you represented Sarum brilliantly! Well done, everyone! 👏🏃🏃 Mr Thomson & Mr Pearce