achievements
Academic Prestigious Arkwright Scholarships for Lee Paplauskas and Sam Sharples. 7 Grade As at A Level for Marco Orsini-Jones including a top 5 mark nationally in General Studies. Jamie Stefaniak, for achieving the highest mark in the West Midlands in the OCR Young Enterprise Level 2 examination. 3rd place for Liam Collins-McIntyre, Mark McKelvie and Someit Sidhu in the British Professional Women’s Schools’ Public Speaking National Finals Senior Maths Challenge Gold Awards for Bradley Bosher, Sam Brown, David Buckeridge, Lee Harrison, Rebecca Lane, James Lambert (1st Bablake 5th Former to achieve Gold), Marco Orsini-Jones, Alex Owens, Jack Preston and Alex Raison. John Haidar for gaining one of the five top marks nationally in GCSE Home Economics which he studied in lunchtime sessions. Qi Jin, a year early, was placed in the top 10 for GCSE Chinese while Ana Areola was in the top 5 for Spanish. Someit Sidhu, Lee Harrison, Jodie-Leigh Angus and Amarpal Jandoo, for winning the Midlands section of the Shares 4 Schools competition, and for being placed third nationally. They increased the value of their shares by 20% over a six month period. They have donated their prize money of £100 to Cancer Research UK. Someit Sidhu, Becky Healy, Malcolm Thomas and Jodie-Leigh Angus on reaching the finals of the Bank of England/Times Interest Rate Challenge, Target 2.0. Reena Panchal, whose project on hospital superbugs was judged to be the best in the West Midlands at the Gold Crest awards ceremony. Musicians Nadine Minty – a distinction in Grade 8 piano (while in the 4th Year). David Cheetham – a distinction in Grade 8 oboe. Chris Walters – achieved a merit in his Grade 8 flute. Matthew Weeden – passed Grade 8 piano. Simone Willis gained a place in the CBSO Youth orchestra. Bablake was Coventry’s leading secondary school in the Government’s A Level and newly revised GCSE league tables. The Times placed Bablake 30th nationally. All these accolades follow us being rated 3rd best value mixed co-educational independent school in the Sunday Times listings.
school aims The purpose of Bablake School is to provide an excellent and stimulating education for boys and girls, by developing character, intellect and physical well being within a happy, scholarly and caring community. In order to achieve this, the School aims to: Provide well-qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic staff, who enable pupils to enjoy their education and to fulfil their academic potential whilst at school. Encourage the growth of reflection, intellectual curiosity and creativity, within a spirit of independent and co-operative learning. Value and support each individual, providing a high quality of pastoral care, and nurturing self-esteem and mutual respect, in partnership with parents. Provide a challenging and balanced curriculum, which prepares pupils for adulthood, enabling them to succeed in higher education and their chosen careers, and equipping them with skills for life. Offer a wide range of activities and opportunities for enrichment, enabling pupils to develop sporting and cultural interests through participation with others. Celebrate achievement and success in all areas of endeavour, within a purposeful and secure community. Encourage development of character, a sense of responsibility, spiritual values, and a strong personal and moral code, leading to the highest standards of behaviour and consideration for others. Welcome pupils of diverse beliefs and backgrounds. Promote an awareness of the world beyond school, a generosity of spirit, and a sense of service to the wider community.
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