Posted on: 7/05/2025A Bittersweet Farewell: Amery Hill Celebrates Leavers' Day 2025Leavers' Day 2025 at Amery Hill was, as ever, a truly wonderful day of mixed emotions. It’s a moment we all anticipate, a significant milestone, and a time to reflect on the journey our Year 11 students have shared with us. Mrs. Winch, our dedicated Progress Leader for Year 11 students, perfectly captured the sentiment. "I am so proud of you all right now and very sad to be saying goodbye to you but I'm also relieved that we have all made it through together!" she shared. Her words resonated deeply, acknowledging the immense growth and resilience shown by this cohort. The Class of 2025 has certainly left an indelible mark on Amery Hill. Mrs. Winch highlighted the qualities that define them: "Thank you for the very happy memories, Year 11. Your generous kind hearts, your willingness to have a go and your fantastic sense of humours will never be forgotten." These are the attributes that make a school community thrive, and we are incredibly proud of the individuals they have become. As our Year 11 students now embark on their exciting next chapters, whether in further education, apprenticeships, or employment, we wish them all the very best. We are confident they will carry the spirit of Amery Hill – characterised by kindness, determination, and a good sense of humour – into all their future endeavours. Farewell, Year 11, and remember you'll always be a part of the Amery Hill family! View Article
Posted on: 9/05/2025Local MP Damian Hinds Visits Amery Hill for Lively Student InterviewThis week, we had the distinct pleasure of welcoming our local Member of Parliament, Damian Hinds, to Amery Hill. Mr. Hinds was interviewed by our Year 9 students as part of the British Values Module within our 'Education for Life' programme. Giving our students a deeper understanding of public life, representation, and politics is a crucial part of their personal development here at school. This direct engagement with an elected representative offered an invaluable opportunity for our Year 9 students to grasp how parliamentary democracy works and the role of an MP. Our students truly stepped up, showing both keen interest and excellent preparation. They posed some truly insightful questions to Mr. Hinds, covering a range of topics relevant to both local and national issues. This interaction not only enriched their understanding of British values but also encouraged critical thinking and active citizenship. We're incredibly grateful to Damian Hinds for taking the time out of his busy schedule to visit Amery Hill and engage so openly with our students. His willingness to share his experiences and perspectives made for a highly educational and inspiring session. We very much look forward to his next visit! View Article
Posted on: 17/06/2025Holocaust Testimony 360 ProgrammeToday, our Religious Studies department had the privilege of welcoming a team from the Holocaust Educational Trust to deliver their powerful Testimony 360 programme. Sixty of our Year 9 students engaged in an unforgettable learning experience that brought them face-to-face virtually with one of the darkest periods in human history, through the lens of faith, morality, and the enduring power of testimony. Using cutting-edge virtual reality technology, students explored key Holocaust sites, including Auschwitz concentration camp and the moving Holocaust memorial along the River Danube in Hungary. The immersive nature of the tour encouraged students to reflect deeply on the moral questions raised by the Holocaust on human dignity, justice, the consequences of prejudice, and the importance of remembrance. Perhaps the most impactful part of the experience was the opportunity to interact virtually with Holocaust survivor Susan Pollack. Susan, who endured unimaginable suffering during World War II, has recorded thousands of answers in a green screen studio, allowing students to ask her questions directly and hear her responses in real time. Through this technology, our students were able to ask about her experiences of childhood, persecution, life in the camps, and the horrific death marches. They also explored her personal reflections, asking questions such as which football team she supports and what she appreciates most about life in the UK. For Religious Studies, this experience offered rich opportunities for spiritual and ethical reflection. It challenged students to consider the importance of memory and testimony in combating hatred and promoting compassion. Hearing Susan’s story helped them understand not only the horrors of the past but also the strength of the human spirit and the need to uphold values of love, tolerance, and justice in our world today. We are incredibly grateful to the Holocaust Educational Trust for their work and dedication. Their mission to keep the memory of the Holocaust alive is a vital one, and this experience will stay with our students for a long time both intellectually and spiritually. View Article
Posted on: 12/05/2025Hairspray Star Inspires Amery Hill's Performing Arts StudentsThis week, Amery Hill buzzed with excitement as we welcomed Ben Anderson, an actor from the UK tour of Hairspray. Ben led three incredible workshops for our current and future Dance and Drama stars. Ben guided students through choreographing and performing steps and scenes, sharing vital insights into musical theatre. The sessions included workshopping performances under audition conditions, allowing students to refine their skills in a professional setting. We are really grateful to him for taking a break from his schedule to come and share his incredible energy and musical theatre know-how with us. The Dance Studio was full of students after school reprising the steps they had learnt with Ben, so it's safe to say his visit truly inspired those he worked with! View Article
Posted on: 12/05/2025Hairspray Star Inspires Amery Hill's Performing Arts StudentsThis week, Amery Hill buzzed with excitement as we welcomed Ben Anderson, an actor from the UK tour of Hairspray. Ben led three incredible workshops for our current and future Dance and Drama stars. Ben guided students through choreographing and performing steps and scenes, sharing vital insights into musical theatre. The sessions included workshopping performances under audition conditions, allowing students to refine their skills in a professional setting. We are really grateful to him for taking a break from his schedule to come and share his incredible energy and musical theatre know-how with us. The Dance Studio was full of students after school reprising the steps they had learnt with Ben, so it's safe to say his visit truly inspired those he worked with! View Article
Posted on: 12/05/2025Hairspray Star Inspires Amery Hill's Performing Arts StudentsThis week, Amery Hill buzzed with excitement as we welcomed Ben Anderson, an actor from the UK tour of Hairspray. Ben led three incredible workshops for our current and future Dance and Drama stars. Ben guided students through choreographing and performing steps and scenes, sharing vital insights into musical theatre. The sessions included workshopping performances under audition conditions, allowing students to refine their skills in a professional setting. We are really grateful to him for taking a break from his schedule to come and share his incredible energy and musical theatre know-how with us. The Dance Studio was full of students after school reprising the steps they had learnt with Ben, so it's safe to say his visit truly inspired those he worked with! View Article
