Category Archives: Oxbridge

Education News

The link below will take you to an article by journalist Polly Toynbee  and is well worth a read.  It’s about the changes to the new English curriculum but also discusses how important subjects like drama are. This is a picture of Michael Gove, … Continue reading

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Russell Brand on Newsnight

Manic actor and comedian Russell Brand talks to Jeremy Paxman about the coming revolution in Newsnight.  Well worth a watch as Brand talks about the problem with politics and comes out with facts like “300 Americans between them have as much … Continue reading

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Year 13

Last assembly for a few weeks and it’s an important one.  Today, 1.20 in main hall.  PC Emery is coming in to refresh your memories on the Stay Safe road safety message from last year.  More of you are driving … Continue reading

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Oxbridge, vets, medics!

If you are still thinking of applying for Oxford, Cambridge, medicine or vetinary science, I need to know you are definites.  Please come and see me as soon as possible so I can make sure your references are done and … Continue reading

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Personal statements: Oxbridge

University College Oxford produced a useful guide to help construct your personal statement: Final printout for personal statements It has an Oxbridge ‘slant’ to it but is equally useful for any application to any institution.  You should try to come back with a … Continue reading

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Oxbridge

 Oxford and Cambridge open days are coming up. Lots of tips and advice on the application process on these links too. Check if the subject you are applying requires a test. Mr Hand

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