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Shout out to our Year 10s who have just returned from their work experience week! We have been absolutely overwhelmed by the fantastic feedback from so many employers - well done Year 10 on making such a brilliant impression out in the working world. 🌟👏 A massive thank you goes out to the many local businesses who supported these placements. We truly appreciate you opening your doors, sharing your expertise, and investing your time in our students!

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Huge shoutout to the wonderful Year 6 students who joined us today for our Transition Day! 🌟 You all brought so much energy, curiosity, and big smiles with you and we loved getting to know you all! Roll on September! 🏫

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Year 7 Humanities students enjoyed a visit to the Natural History Museum yesterday, exploring exhibits on dinosaurs, earthquakes, volcanoes and mammals. A fantastic day of discovery that complemented their learning beyond the classroom 🦖🌋

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Incredible experience yesterday at the district sports day! 🏆 Our students did us proud demonstrating incredible sportsmanship, resilience and determination. We are so proud of them all!

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Last week, our Year 10 GCSE students visited The National Archives in Kew. To support their studies on the Western Front, they examined original WWI medical records and Wilfred Owen’s personal military files. A fantastic opportunity to connect with real history! 🎖️

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Important Notice: Due to the extremely high temperatures forecast for tomorrow, Friday 26th June, the school will be closed to all students🌡️🚨☀️

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Huge thanks to Captain Daren Slack for inspiring our Year 7s this morning! 👨‍✈️ A pilot of 32 years, he shared his journey, top tips for fulfilling potential, and a reminder that the sky is the limit for everyone ✈️✨

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Before the temperatures soared this week, we were delighted to host Bonus Pastor Catholic College for a Year 8 and 9 handball fixture. It was an amazing fixture, and our students secured the win by demonstrating excellent skill and determination throughout.🤾‍♂️🏆 Special congratulations to Jayden, who was named the Opposition Player of the Match 👏

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Important Notice: With the extreme heat forecast over the next three days, we are putting several temporary measures in place to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of our students, including closing early from Wednesday 24th - Friday 26th June 🌡️🚨☀️

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Huge congratulations again to our Year 10 boys on becoming the second-best team in the district. They were all awarded their medals during a special celebration assembly ✨🥈

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Well done to our Year 8 students who have taken part in first aid workshops today 🩹🚑

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With special thanks to our community partners for their generous donations - Innovate IFG, @sargeantpartnership and @swanleytowncouncil ✨

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Celebrating the Class of 2026 in style. ✨ A few highlights from Friday's unforgettable Year 11 Prom! 💃🎉

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Year 8 History students enjoyed a visit to Chatham Dockyard yesterday, exploring historic ships, a Cold War submarine and the famous rope-making factory. This was a great opportunity to bring their studies of industry, empire and maritime history to life.

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After a week of assemblies packed with guidance on everything from workplace dress codes to soft skills and professional conduct, our Year 10 students are ready to start their work experience. Roll on their first day on 29th June 2026! 💼👔✨

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From zero wins a year ago to District Finalists this week - what a journey! ⚽️📈 We lost 4-1 to NTC in the final but the scoreboard doesn't reflect how well the boys played. Becoming the second-best team in the district is a massive achievement and we are all very proud 🥈

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A huge thank you to West Kent Housing Association for hosting our Year 10 students at their latest careers fair! 🌟 It was fantastic to see our students engaging with local employers and exploring the incredible opportunities waiting for them after their time at Orchards. We also loved strengthening our community connections and can’t wait to take up AD Construction Group and WW Martin on their brilliant offers for school visits soon! 🤝✨

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Big thank you to DAVVS for delivering a healthy relationships workshop to our year 10’s yesterday. 💜

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Well done to our Years 7&8 Netball Team who played Meopham yesterday. Special shout outs go to: 🎯On the Score Sheet: Elsie with 2 goals, and Sophie with 1! 🏐Fixture Debuts: Congratulations to Esme, Eloise, Elsie, Khloe, Chloe, and Ella! ⭐Opposition Player of the Match: Huge congratulations to Belle!

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And just like that, Year 11 has left the building, clapped out through an amazing guard of honour from the whole school! 👑🎓

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