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  • History Berlin trip have arrived Safely

    Published 07/02/25

    History Berlin trip have arrived safely after their overnight coach.

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  • DfE identified the Purbeck School as having exceptional GCSE Results!

    Published 05/02/25

    The Purbeck School recognised by the Department for Education for excellent GCSE results

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  • Scams and Fake News, A guide

    Published 05/02/25

    While misinformation and ‘fake news’ are well-known concerns online, it's also the case that scammers and other cyber-criminals can try to utilise this phony material to manipulate, frighten or otherwise persuade their victims into cooperating.

     

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  • Super7 Well done

    Published 05/02/25

    As part of our behaviour policy, in every lesson, each student is given a score.  Students receiving a 7 have exceeded expectations for the lesson. The following week, the names of the students will be compiled, and they will each receive 7 house points. Shortly after this, they will be presented with their Super 7 wristband which provides them with:

    1. Queue-jump for themselves and one friend for all break times and lunch times throughout the week.
    2. An invitation for a Friday hot chocolate with the Headteacher and House Leaders.

    27th till 31st January

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  • biggest ever careers fair

    Published 03/02/25

    On Wednesday 22nd January, The Purbeck School held their biggest ever careers fair

    with over 65 employers, universities and colleges.

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  • biggest ever careers fair

    Published 03/02/25

    On Wednesday 22nd January, The Purbeck School held their biggest ever careers fair

    with over 65 employers, universities and colleges.

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  • February HAF Activities 2025

    Published 31/01/25

    Look what's on...

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  • The Purbeck School Science Fair 2025

    Published 29/01/25

    The Purbeck School Science Fair 2025

    Saturday 1st March, 1 - 4pm

    Fun, free and a great educational afternoon for the whole family!

    Free and no need to book, simply come along on the day! “We had lots of hands-on fun and learnt so much!”

    All ages! Come and take part in an exciting range of free, inspiring scientific activities featuring:

    The Etches Collection - as seen on TV!

    ACS • Institute of Physics •  Babcock International•  University of Southampton

    Dorset Council - Urban Heaths Partnership •  The Tank Museum

    Dorset Wildlife Trust • Defence Battlelab •  Royal Society of Biology

    •  Bournemouth University • Plymouth University

    Parker Filtration Group • Exeter University • Jomas Engineering • Lotek UK

    Science Dome UK • Swanage Medical Practice •  Wessex Water

    Stem Ambassador • National Trust •  Lego • Critter Clan  •  Health Science  Uni

     

    Interactive workshops from our very own Science staff and students
    Geology Rocks • Step into STEM • Chemical reactions

    ONCE AGAIN the amazing ‘Science Dome’ - there is a small charge of £1 for entry (CASH ONLY) for the Dome
    Café open serving Coffee, tea & cakes
    Hot food - Pizza, burritos, sausage rolls
    If you require further information please contact event coordinator Maria Beale: 
    mbeale@purbeck.dorset.sch.uk

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  • Top Tips for Supporting Children to Develop Emotional Literacy

    Published 29/01/25

    As we grow up, we’re inevitably exposed to new and challenging feelings – whether it’s sadness, fear or rage. These emotions can be tough to handle when we’re still learning about the world – and even once we’ve passed into adulthood – which is why emotional literacy is a vital life skill.

    Of course, when emotions are running high, it can be tricky to help young people process these feelings in a healthy way, but it’s incredibly important that we do so as parents and educators.

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  • Super 7 Well Done

    Published 28/01/25

    As part of our behaviour policy, in every lesson, each student is given a score.  Students receiving a 7 have exceeded expectations for the lesson. The following week the names of the students will be compiled and they will each receive 7 house points. Shortly after this, they will be presented with their Super 7 wristband which provides them with:

    1. Queue jump for themselves and one friend for all break times and lunch times throughout the week.
    2. An invite for a Friday hot chocolate with the Headteacher and House Leaders.
    20th 24th Jan
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  • The Big Win Competition: Swift House's Generosity Shines Bright

    Published 27/01/25

    Back in the Autumn term, excitement buzzed as we launched The Big Win Competition, an initiative designed to foster teamwork and community spirit while raising funds for a worthy cause. Each of our Houses - Swift, Skylark, Kestrel, and Kingfisher took on the challenge, with colour-coded buckets placed in reception, students asked staff, family and friends to donate any spare coins they could.

    The atmosphere was charged with friendly competition as the Houses rallied their supporters. Everyone was encouraged to contribute whatever they could spare, reflecting the spirit of generosity and solidarity within our school community. The excitement built as the 2 weeks went by, and by the end of the competition, it was clear that one House had truly risen to the occasion.

    In total an impressive £300 was raised through the collective houses but Swift House emerged victorious. As the winning House, their next task was to choose a charity to support, and the decision was unanimous—Julia’s House, a charity known for providing invaluable care and support to children with life-limiting conditions and their families

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  • Year 8 Netball League

    Published 27/01/25

    The Year 8 A team was on Fire in their second round of their league, unbeatable! They are really starting to gel as a team, everyone played amazingly, Hettie was scoring goals left right and centre, Alice was marking her GA really tightly and showing great agility in making sure the GA’s were marked out of their games. Hannah got her centre passes out and made some cracking interceptions, Sophia put some lovely high balls into Bella for Bella to score. Daisy and Evie worked hard at marking their players and also made some lovely interceptions. It was beautiful and exciting to watch, well done, a great team effort! Player of the match – Alice.

    Purbeck V Lytchett A W 7 v 0, Purbeck V St Michaels W 7 v 4, Purbeck V Poole High W 9 V 1

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