HEADLINES
By James SaundersCHILDREN ARE 20% OF THE POPULATION BUT 100% OF OUR FUTURE’.
As we enter another summer break and end another academic year, I am reminded of Tony Blair’s powerful statement from 2017: “Children are 20% of the population but 100% of our future.” These words have resonated with me of late and inspired me to reflect on the pivotal role all schools play in shaping our society and the responsibility we all share in preparing our learners for the challenges of the modern world.
Undoubtedly, our society faces numerous complexities and challenges, ranging from global political shifts to issues with social media and much more. We each hold our own opinions on matters like austerity, Brexit, Just Oil protests and other pressing topics, but one thing remains clear – the future, and the solutions it will hold, lies firmly in the hands of the next generation: our learners. Protest may well raise the profile of topics but we need a generation that will provide solutions - those solutions will come through building successful learners with the right character and moral imperatives.
In education, we often hear about “British Values,” encompassing democracy, law, liberty, respect, and tolerance. While these values form a crucial foundation for a cohesive society, for me, they boil down to two fundamental aspects: altruistic care and respect for one another, regardless of our differences. As we instil these values in our learners, we are contributing to the shaping of our future society.
The impact of our interactions with our Honywood learners cannot be understated. Every positive influence, every nurturing moment, and every lesson on respect and kindness will ripple through time, silently shaping the world we live in for the better. Our learners will become the caregivers, the protectors, the lawmakers, the innovators, and the leaders of tomorrow.
But let us remember that this responsibility should not fall solely on one group of people. The old proverb holds true – it takes a village to raise a child. I am immensely grateful to parents, carers, teachers, and the entire community for their unwavering support. Together, we form that village, guiding and nurturing our young minds, empowering them to become model citizens of the future.
As we approach the summer holiday, I urge all of you to continue playing an active role in developing the values of our young people. After all, they will be our future caretakers.
In preparation for September, we will be continuing to focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone is free to learn and be successful - free from distraction or disruption. Our values of Trust, Respect, Equity and Excellence as well as our traditional approach to maintaining high standards of behaviour continue to be key drivers in creating our wonderful learning climate. I wholeheartedly appreciate your ongoing cooperation and collaboration in raising the children of Honywood to be the wonderful, happy and successful members of the society they are destined to become.
Wishing you all a wonderful and rejuvenating summer break, filled with moments of joy, growth, and reflection and looking forward to welcoming each one of you back to Honywood in September.
James Saunders
SUPPORTING THE OUTHOUSE CHARITY
Honywood is proud to help support the Outhouse Charity whose mission is to develop and promote a sustainable, fair and equal society where all LGBTQ+ people can achieve their full potential.
COHORT 7
Cohort 7 enjoyed a wonderful celebration of the year in assembly this week and were recognised for their effort, attitude and commitment to their work across the different subject areas and to school life in general. Seven learners were recognised for 100% attendance across the whole year, with recognition given to those who had also achieved exceptional and very good attendance. Learning Group Leaders awarded their final TREE awards of the year, awarded to one learner in their groups who have exemplified our core values of Trust, Respect, Equity and Excellence. There were many well deserved nominations but only one winner for each subject. Please see below our winners for 2022/2023:
Art - Riley Preston
Computer Science - Adam Coomber
Drama - Freya Hutchinson
English - Rosie Ford-Thomas
Geography - Callum Bones
History - Amarissa Bilbeisi
BRONZE TREE AWARD WINNERS
CTI
Lara Ashford
Abi Boughtwood
Adam Coomber
Mairead Copley
Lois Dey
Thomas Glaser-Kokoszko
Amelia Godfrey
Alex Gray
Henry Parsons
Matthew Slater
Tommy Warriner
Layla Woods
HGI/ACL
Will Cook Gorton
Harvey Croft
Ellis Eyre
Rosie Ford-Thomas
Elvie Foster
Oliver Hayden
Erin James
Sophie Jobson
Esmae Newstead
Dylan Roberts
EST
Amelia Bullus
Sophie Collard
Emma Dennis
Archie Hopkins
Freya Hutchinson
Ethan Keirl
Mary Mcleod
Sophie Nichol
Callum Overy
Kerenza Phoenix-Todd
Emmy Robins
Micah Seaman-Cudjoe
Luc Sykes
NWH
Nate Cable
Mia Carlsson
Poppy Edwards
Emily Hall
Daniel Howard
Hema Mistry
Stanley Moxham
Toby Slingsby
Myles Stark
Betty Trustrum
Maths - Archie Hopkins
MFL - Isabel Harvey
Music - Mia Carlsson
PE - Amelia Bullus
PRC - Chloe Dumbrell
Science - Alex Gray
RPH/GWA
Toby Segrott
Lily Short
JSO
Amarissa Bilbeisi
Rowan Glenister
Dean Glover
Harrison Hallard
Evie Hammond
Isabel Harvey
Calum Jones
Jessica Meyer
Fin Rayner
Daniel Spragg
Daniel Succamore
Evie Vaughan
Edward Wallis
Beth Whitehead
KHO/LMO
Jessica Arkell
Lucy Bennett
Logan Cain
Matilda Dann
Chloe Dumbrell
Patryk Dylewski
Jason Eversden
Harry Irwin
Jacob Lyons
Darci Marangou
Stan Pyne
Thomas Sapsford
Ava Schwingen
Liam Smith
Oliver Wright
MHA
Jessica Partridge
Thomas Ross
Seb Short
Ava Smith
Oliver Turfkruyer
Molly Watson
Oscar Whiteman
COHORT 8
BRONZE TREE AWARD WINNERS
ABA/ABY
Harris Flynn
Jack Baker
Jamie Bunch
Bobbie Thomson
JDY
Nimer Bilbeisi
Oliver Finney
Olivia Ward
Jack Hill
Tom Smith
Marcia Wilson
DSP
Ayo Adediran
Grace Brewer
Riley Worth
Victoria Hristova
Evie Birch
Finnlay Smith
Julietta Swain
PBL
Oscar Davis
Jordan Ewers
SILVER TREE AWARD WINNERS
ABA/ABY
Bonnie Bunch
Bethany Gilfillan
Zoe Robinson
Belle Turner
JDY
Evie Thomson
DSP
Tiffany Turner
Charlie Sellick
PBL
Megan Andrews
Emily Fox
Courtney Garton
George Golbourn
Mia Newiss
Frances Rassell
SBE/JVE
Jemima Stowers
Ryan Taylor
Archie Evans
Leo Wade
