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Comic Relief - Red Nose Day
Posted on: 20/03/2026

Comic Relief - Red Nose Day

“Let’s do something funny for money!” was the call from Mrs Lee, and we certainly achieved that, in true Amery Hill style! Staff, as usual, went above and beyond, putting themselves out there to entertain and generally ensure a lot of fun was had by all in aid of Comic Relief. There was the House Championship Disco Dance Off, a whole host of games and stalls arranged by our Student Voice Events Team, and of course, a number of staff members were slimed which is always thoroughly enjoyed by everyone, well, almost everyone! Students embraced the fun and their fundraising efforts were a phenomenal success this year. Yet to donate? It’s not too late. Please visit link here: Amery Hill School Comic Relief 2026 View Article
British Science Week
Posted on: 13/03/2026

British Science Week

It’s British Science Week, and our Year 7 and 8 students have been busy diving into the sub-atomic this week! Our budding scientists swapped the naked eye for the lens, exploring the hidden wonders of the microscopic world. From mastering the perfect focus to spotting living cells in action, they are starting to see the world in a whole new way. The level of curiosity and precision in the lab throughout the week has been absolutely superb. It’s brilliant to see such scientific flair in action across both year groups! View Article
Year 9 Students Explore the ‘Rule of Law’ with Hampshire Police
Posted on: 11/03/2026

Year 9 Students Explore the ‘Rule of Law’ with Hampshire Police

To enrich our ongoing British Values module within the Education for Life curriculum, Year 9 students were visited this week by Liam Davies of Hampshire Police. It was a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to bridge the gap between classroom theory and the real-world application of the legal system. The highlight of the session saw two of our students lead a Q&A, interviewing Liam on the Rule of Law and its essential role in our society. The year group then engaged in a lively discussion, asking probing questions about policing, justice, and the law. It was a fantastic opportunity for our students to connect their classroom learning with the real world. A huge thank you to Liam for such an informative session - we look forward to seeing you again soon! View Article
World Book Day
Posted on: 5/03/2026

World Book Day

World Book Day Of course, the term wouldn't be complete without our annual World Book Day celebrations, and the whole school absolutely buzzed with excitement! The library was the hub of the action, hosting a brain-teasing book emoji quiz with some fantastic prizes up for grabs. We also ran popular competitions to design a bookmark and a National Book Token. A massive congratulations to Owen K - his winning bookmark design has been digitally recreated and is being printed for the library. We’ve also got our fingers tightly crossed for Scarlett C; her stunning book token design has been entered into the national competition, and we are so hopeful it wins a stash of tokens for her and Amery Hill! View Article
Iceland -The Return!
Posted on: 4/03/2026

Iceland -The Return!

After the successful 2025 visit to Iceland 48 Year 10 Geographers and staff ventured, once again, to the self-styled land of ice and fire for 2026. Aiming to support key GCSE topics and content the students were treated to a wide range of experiences. The "Bridge across the Continents", where two major tectonic plates meet and the reason for the volcanic and earthquake activity the country is famous for. The amazing black beach at Vik with its basalt columns, caves, arches and stacks. This was also the location of the infamous destructive "sneaker" waves that have been known to wash tourists off the beach. Plus. not one, not two but three amazingly powerful waterfalls one with a drop of over 60 metres. The sheer physical power and nature of Iceland was highlighted by the storm and snow on the final full day there, when wind gusts and horizontal sleet and windchill really gave the student an experience of life in the Northern latitudes. Not all the visit was quite as challenging however, with a chance to taste tomatoes grown in greenhouses powered by lights and water from the abundant geothermal energy and the amazing 4d cinema experience of Fly Over Iceland in the capital Reykjavik. The students, as always, were amazing and represented the school brilliantly across the four jammed packed days. Thoughts have already turned to planning Iceland 2027! The recent Year 10 trip to the ‘land of fire and ice’ did not disappoint, and with such a varied itinerary, students had a fantastic experience exploring the country defined by dramatic volcanic landscapes, glaciers and waterfalls. View Article
Imaginative Islands
Posted on: 1/12/2025

Imaginative Islands

This term, all of Year 7 have been taking part in our annual Island Project Competition, the exciting culmination of an experiential learning unit that explores how religions begin, evolve, and sometimes fade over time. The project is built around an imaginative scenario: humanity has been stranded on a deserted island and must rebuild life from scratch. Throughout the unit, students have investigated how early communities form beliefs, develop rituals, create places of worship, and establish shared values. They then explored how, over hundreds of years, these practices might change - splitting into different denominations, giving rise to new traditions, or even disappearing altogether. Using this framework, students were challenged to think 1,000 years into the future and imagine how their island society would grow, what might remain important to its people, and which customs could be lost or forgotten with time. The creativity shown this year has been outstanding. Students have produced imaginative designs, detailed maps, symbolic artefacts, and thoughtful accounts of their island communities’ histories and belief systems. Every entry demonstrates impressive critical thinking and creativity, making it incredibly difficult to choose an overall winner. The winning project will earn points for the student’s House - though with such strong work across the year group, the judges certainly have a tough decision ahead! View Article
Careers Fair 2025
Posted on: 6/11/2025

Careers Fair 2025

Year 9 and Year 10 took part in our annual Careers Fair, which was proceeded by a number of careers workshops. Through which they met a wide range of colleges, companies and a university. Students benefitted from workshops delivered by: HSDC Alton College, GW Equine, The Army, OceanWise and Ground and Water. Feedback was extremely positive, and we look forward to growing the event further next year. We were also pleased to welcome parents to a Careers Talk introducing UniFrog, our new careers platform which will support students in future pathways, recording experiences and developing CVs. Further guidance on UniFrog will follow later in the academic year.  View Article
Remembering the Fallen
Posted on: 23/10/2025

Remembering the Fallen

Just before half term a group of students led by Mrs Pretsell, Assistant Headteacher at Amery Hill School, joined former Curtis Museum Curator, and a retired staff member of Amery Hill School, Mr Tony Cross in the cemetery opposite the rear of the school. For many of the past 25 years a small group of volunteers from the school have helped the local historian give the Commonwealth War Grave Commission (CWGC) headstones a scrub in advance of Remembrance Day and place a small Cross of Remembrance by them. But why there are war graves in Alton? Despite the fighting taking place mostly overseas in both conflicts of the 20th century, the CWGC looks after 160,000 headstones around the UK, including a few in Alton. There were many training areas and military hospitals in the UK during both wars. Training accidents and medical issues also took their toll. UK hospitals also cared for the wounded after their evacuation from European battlefields. Those that passed away during their hospital stay would be buried nearby. Interestingly, there was a Red Cross Hospital in the Assembly Rooms during The Great War. Britain in WW2 was well known for the battles played out above its skies. Airfields were dotted around the country to protect against enemy air raids and provide bases for missions over Europe. Some casualties were able to be returned to their next of kin for burial locally. Within both sections of Alton Cemetery there are eight burials relating to WWI and 14 associated with WW2. In addition, there is a private memorial chosen by one WW2 family and several family headstones of both wars that include family members lost overseas. Three family headstones included the small bronze memorial plaque issued to families who had lost members after WW1, although only one is still in place. Mounted on the low wall of the Crematorium Memorial area at the top of the cemetery are two small plaques. One commemorates two women from the town who died in SE Asia during WW2, whilst the other remembers the four civilians who died due to enemy bombs falling on Alton in March 1941. View Article
Restart a Heart Day: Empowering Our Year 9 Students with Life-Saving Skills
Posted on: 16/10/2025

Restart a Heart Day: Empowering Our Year 9 Students with Life-Saving Skills

At Amery Hill School, we believe that education extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing vital skills that prepare our students for real-world challenges. Recently, our Year 9 students took a significant step in that journey by participating in a hands-on CPR workshop as part of the national Restart a Heart Day initiative. Education for Life The atmosphere in the hall was one of focused energy as students learned the essential techniques required to respond to a cardiac arrest. In an emergency, every second counts, and having the confidence to act can truly be the difference between life and death. From understanding how to assess a situation to mastering the rhythm of chest compressions, our students embraced the opportunity to learn these vital life-saving skills. What was most impressive, however, was the fantastic enthusiasm and dedication displayed by the year group throughout the day. They approached the practical sessions with a level of seriousness and care that reflects the community-minded values we strive for at Amery Hill. We would like to extend a huge thank you to the incredible volunteers from the South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS). We are immensely grateful to them for giving up their time to train and inspire our students. Their expertise and encouragement ensured that every student left the workshop feeling more capable and informed. The volunteers shared some brilliant feedback about our students saying, Year 9 students showed fantastic maturity, enthusiasm, and great CPR skills throughout the day. It was a pleasure to work with such engaged students.  View Article

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