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Published 10/03/25
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Read MoreSuper 7 Well Done
Published 10/03/25As 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:
- Queue jump for themselves and one friend for all break times and lunch times throughout the week.
- An invite for a Friday hot chocolate with the Headteacher and House Leaders.
3rd-10th March
Read MoreNational Careers Week and International Women’s Day
Published 10/03/25As part of National Careers Week and International Women’s Day, we invited into school Kathryn Burn, Finalist of BBC The Apprentice, to present to our Year 9 and 10 students on the morning of Tuesday 4th March.
Read MorePurbeck Science Fair 2025: A Resounding Success!
Published 07/03/25The fair featured an impressive array of interactive activities and exhibits suitable for all ages. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with renowned organisations such as The Etches Collection, the Institute of Physics, Defence Battlelab, and the University of Southampton. Local partners, including the Dorset Wildlife Trust and the Urban Heaths Partnership, also contributed to the diverse range of exhibits.
One of the highlights was the return of the 'Science Dome,' offering immersive experiences that captivated both children and adults. Additionally, The Purbeck School's own science staff and students conducted interactive demonstrations covering topics like chemical reactions, non-Newtonian fluids, genetic sweet creatures and bridge-making.
Read MoreToday is World Book Day!
Published 06/03/25Today is World Book Day. Here at The Purbeck School, it’s World Book Day every day with an active library and every tutor group reading for at least 15 minutes each day. But in addition, this week there is a variety of activities and competitions in the library, including a book title emoji treasure hunt, and ‘Batman vs the Bard’, a tricky quiz identifying which quotes are from Batman and which from Shakespeare. Every teacher and member of support staff has a poster on their door highlighting their current reading, initiating discussion around our reading choices.
Read Morethe Purbeck School transition programme exciting experiments!
Published 06/03/25Wednesday 6th March saw 40 budding year 6 scientists take part in a series of exciting experiments as part of the Purbeck School transition programme.
Read MoreThursday is World Book Day and it’s not just for primary schools!
Published 05/03/25
Here at The Purbeck School, it’s World Book Day every day with an active library and every tutor group reading for at least 15 minutes each day. But in addition, this week there is a variety of activities and competitions in the library, including a book title emoji treasure hunt, and ‘Batman vs the Bard’, a tricky quiz identifying which quotes are from Batman and which from Shakespeare.
Read Moreinitiative with the Dorset FA Young Leadership Group
Published 05/03/25Help to level the playing field 4 young carers
Read MoreHomegrown entrepreneur returns to Purbeck Sixth Form
Published 05/03/25We were delighted to welcome back former student Ben Ingram this morning. Ben gave a very well received presentation about his burgeoning career having established a distinguished photography and filmmaking business. Ben studied Media, English Language and IT at A Level before attending university in Bournemouth.
Read MoreTop Tips for Using Technology to Boost Reading Skills
Published 05/03/25The way we engage with text has changed dramatically over the years. Whether reading captions on social media, instructions in a video game or an e-book on a digital device, technology plays a major role in modern literacy.
Read MoreSuper 7 Well Done
Published 04/03/25As 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:
- Queue jump for themselves and one friend for all break times and lunch times throughout the week.
- An invite for a Friday hot chocolate with the Headteacher and House Leaders.
Read MorePB2 Roadworks
Published 04/03/25Dear PB2 Purbeck families,
Due to roadworks in Swanage, the PB2 bus is unable to stop on Swanage High Street outside The Swanage School (red around stop on attached map). The bus company has stated that students will be picked up/dropped off at either Herston Cross or Holmes Road bus stops (green circles around stop on attached map).
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