Trinity Termly Review 2024 | Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School

TRINITY 2024

Termly Review

Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School

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Contents Table of contents

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Art Trinity Gallery

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Introduction Headmaster's Foreword

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SEND CVMS Awarded Prestigious SENDIA Award

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Catholic Life Amare et Servire

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Trips CVMS on the Go

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Greenpower The Cardinals Shine at Blyton Park

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Sixth Form An Unforgettable Year

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On the Stage One Term, Two Plays

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Community Alumni, Parents, Governors & Friends

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Sport Trinity Term Trophy Cabinet

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Development Office A Message from Development

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Music Highlights of the Term

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Outside the Classroom Pupil Achievements

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STEM Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths

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Beyond the Vaughan Alumni Achievements

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HEADMASTER'S FOREWORD This year’s show, Guys and Dolls, was an enormous undertaking, involving twelve pupils as members of the cast, twenty-nine in the chorus and fifty-seven in the crew (be it stage management, set design, costumes and props, or sounds and lights) – almost 10% of the pupils in the school as a whole. Add to this the nine teachers involved in direction, production and orchestration, not to mention the support staff who oversaw ticketing and day-to-day administration, as well as numerous parents and Old Vaughanians who came along to help. The show exemplifies the dedication and talent of our pupils and staff, and the continued support of the wider community. The three nights of performances were a testament to the collaborative effort and commitment of everyone involved. It was particularly noteworthy to see the Sixth Form cast and crew supporting the Lower School pupils, fostering a strong sense of community.

This school’s successes stem from the strength of our community, founded on our Catholic ethos and shared aims.

The best and most recent example of this is our Schola Cantorum's participation in the D-Day celebrations in Normandy. Their performance served as a moving tribute and underscored the importance of historical remembrance in our education. We are also proud that this term our SEND Department has received the SENDIA award. This accolade recognises the department's commitment to providing exceptional support and inclusivity for all pupils, ensuring that each individual receives the necessary assistance to succeed academically and personally.

Isn’t that in many ways precisely what Catholic education is? A vindication of our capabilities, a celebration of community, and embracing the School motto Amare et Servire. And that applies too, as I am sure even the briefest perusal of the pages of this Termly Review will show, to the school as a whole. Throughout the Termly Review, you will find evidence of the comprehensive Catholic education we provide, from community events to academic successes. Despite the significant challenges facing state education, we remain committed to offering as many opportunities as possible for our pupils.

Thank you for your continued support. We wish you a restful and peaceful summer break and look forward to welcoming you back next term. And to those in their final year at the Vaughan, we wish you the very best of luck in your future endeavours and encourage you to please stay in touch. You are, and always will be, a very valued member of the Vaughan community.

Paul Stubbings Headmaster

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CATHOLIC LIFE Amare et Servire At Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School, our Catholic ethos is at the core of school life from the Lower School through to the Sixth Form. This term, our Sixth Form attended their ceremonial Leavers Mass service before the start of the public examination period and schools within the Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust joined to attend our Foundation Day Mass, bringing together pupils, staff, and families in a collective expression of faith and unity.

SJSCAT Pupil Chaplain Retreat Day Westminster Cathedral In May, Douglas C, Daniel O, Noah A, and Leo E, First Form Worship Reps, joined 22 Pupil Chaplains from the Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust at Westminster Cathedral for a retreat day.

A highlight of this term was the Pupil Chaplain Retreat Day at Westminster Cathedral, where pupils from seven schools within the SJSCAT engaged in reflective discussions on the values of 'Dignity, Service, and Perseverance' and explored the historic and spiritual significance of the Cathedral.

In May, the month of Mary, we were honoured by a special visit from Very Rev Fr Toomey (OV 1989), who spoke to our Worship Reps about the Rosary's significance. He also led a virtual rosary session for our alumni, connecting past and present Vaughanians in a shared moment of prayer and reflection.

Led by SJSCAT Lay Chaplain Caroline Moulinet, the day included a history talk about Saint John Southworth and a tour of the Cathedral.

After lunch, pupils discussed the Trust's values of 'Dignity, Service, and Perseverance' in groups. The retreat inspired pupils to uphold these values in their schools.

Thanks to Caroline Moulinet and Westminster Cathedral staff for an enriching and inspiring day.

Vaughan Alumnus Leads Rosary Pray

Upper Sixth Leavers Mass

On 17 May, we welcomed Vaughan alumnus, Very Rev Fr Toomey (OV 1989), back to the school. In the morning, he spoke to First and Second Form pupils about his time at the Vaughan, his vocation, and our shared virtues. He led a Rosary prayer and answered students' questions, inspiring everyone.

On 26 April, our Upper Sixth Form pupils attended their Leavers Mass before exams.

Led by Monsignor Roger Reader, with readings by Head Boy Alistair and Head Girl Keoni, the service included reflections from Mr Stubbings and Ms Whelan. Parents and family also attended, marking a cherished Vaughan tradition.

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GREENPOWER The Cardinals Shine at Blyton Park This term marked a memorable milestone for our Lower School pupils as they participated in their first race at Blyton Park with their Greenpower kit car. This is the first time that The Cardinals have driven the car outside of school and it proved to be a robust and well-engineered car that outlasted many of its competitors on the track, a testament to our pupils' hard work and guidance from the Sixth Form team and Engineering department.

Whilst our team narrowly missed out on a top spot in the F24 race, the day at Blyton Park was not just about racing, it was about learning, collaboration, and having fun. The pupils raced well and worked as a team, embodying the school's values and setting a positive example for others.

This event also highlighted the strong relationships within our school, with pupils from all years inspiring and encouraging each other.

Thank you to Mr Corominas Tarres, Teacher of Design Technology & Engineering, Ms Hellier, Head of Design Technology, and Mr Newton, DT Technician, for their support and guidance on the Greenpower project.

Thank you also to the Sixth Form team who, despite not entering the F24+ race, came out in support of their Lower School teammates. Lastly, thank you to the sponsors for our Greenpower Project, the Saint John Southworth Foundation, Kusuma Trust, Mr Eamon Hammond (Vaughan alumni), Harrison Eidsgaard, Outsider and those who donated to the project.

It's great to be here with the team. At the Vaughan, there are such positive influences around you that motivate you.

I was really nervous at first but once you get on the track and hear the team cheering you on it's so much fun.

Joanne

Dominik

Lower Sixth

To all the pupils who participated, your teamwork, resilience, and positive attitude have made us extremely proud. You have represented our school with excellence, and your achievements in this project are just the beginning of many more successes to come.

Well done to everyone involved! We look forward to seeing what you accomplish next.

Third Form

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ON THE STAGE One Term, Two Plays This term has been an exciting one for our pupils with two school productions taking the stage. Our Lower School production in June was directed by its creator, Jeremy James Taylor OBE. Jeremy heard the Vaughan's Schola Cantorum perform on BBC Radio 3 and was so impressed that he contacted Ms Drury, Head of Drama & Teacher of English, to arrange a possible collaboration.

The Ballad of Salomon Pavey

Our School Musical Production was another resounding success. Ms O’Connell’s transcendent school musicals are a testament to the ambition and dedication of pupils and staff at the Vaughan. From the set and the costumes to the performance itself; a vibrant display of true talent across the school.

Lower School Production 23 talented singers and actors from the First to Fourth Form took to the stage for The Ballad of Salomon Pavey, directed by its creator, Jeremy James Taylor OBE. Jeremy is the founder of the National Youth Music Theatre and The Ballad of Salomon Pavey was the first show performed there in 1976. The ballad opera went on to win The Scotsman Fringe First Award at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival with the original cast including a 13 year old Jasper Britton.

Jeremy James Taylor, writer & director, commented: "It was certainly nostalgic to watch this production be performed again."

Well done to the pupils who took part and thank you to those who came out in support to watch.

Guys and Dolls

School Musical Production Based on the short stories by Damon Runyon, Guys and Dolls tells the story of con men, gamblers, and showgirls in the bustling streets of 1940s New York City. This timeless musical, featuring music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, has captivated audiences since its Broadway debut in 1950.

The cast featured a mix of our Sixth Form and Lower School pupils, all of whom rehearsed tirelessly in the two weeks leading up to opening night.

The production team also excelled in recreating the bustling atmosphere of New York City, with impressive sets and costumes. Well done to all involved!

The directors commented: “[Thank you] to the parents, for lending us your incredible children, and for all the extra effort it has taken you to support their preparations. They are a joy, not just for their talent, but for their hard work, their kindness and their character.”

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SPORT Trinity Term Trophy Cabinet

Fulham Reach Boat Club’s Youth Boat Race

London Schools' Cross Country Championships

Congratulations to our Sixth Form rowing team who won Fulham Reach Boat Club's Youth Boat Race on Tuesday 26 March. 32 representatives from seven local state schools took to the water. Thank you to the trainers at Fulham Reach Boat Club and Mr Bailey for training with our school team.

Congratulations to our Sixth Form Senior Girls team who placed second in the London Schools' Cross Country Championships at Wormwood Scrubs.

First XI Football Team

First Form Cricket

In a repeat of last year's Catholic Cup final, the 1st XI football team played St Ignatius, Enfield, at Enfield Town FC. Despite battling hard, they lost 2-1 to a late goal. Toby S scored, with Pascal A, Fourth Form, making his senior debut amidst injuries.

Congratulations to our First Form pupils for representing the school in cricket fixtures with UCS Hampstead, our first in over a decade. Despite their inexperience, they limited UCS to 114 runs in 20 overs, with standout bowling from Tom K, Noah D, Tom H, and Jude K.

In addition, Cliona O'B, Kate B, Elena D, and Joanne D'S, also placed in the top 30 in the 4.2km race.

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Mini London Marathon On Saturday 21 April, 60 pupils participated in this year's Mini London Marathon which involved both pupils and Mr Murphy, Head of Physical Education, completing a scenic 2.6km route. The event started at Horse Guards Parade, continued to Buckingham Palace and then finished at the same iconic place as the London Marathon is completed which is on The Mall. Our pupils all thoroughly enjoyed themselves and, hopefully, this will inspire them to participate in similar events in the future!

In the Championship races, in which boys and girls from across the country represent their boroughs in competitive races over the same course, well done to Nathan D'H (35th U17 Boy), Oliver W (76th U15 Boy), Senan S (83rd U13 Boy), Joanne D'S (109th U17 Girl), Arthur O'S (149th U13 Boy) and Hainer O (149th U15 Boy).

MUSIC Highlights of the Term This term has been outstanding for music at Cardinal Vaughan. We held our annual Music Competition, where winners from seven heats vied for Junior and Senior Musician of the Year titles.

Our talented pupils also provided music and chorus for two school musical productions, showcasing their versatility and dedication. Our Big Band, Schola Cantorum, Sixth Form Choir, and School Orchestra have performed at various concerts nationwide, earning acclaim for their exceptional performances.

Internationally, the Schola Cantorum embarked on a tour of Sweden and travelled to France, where they had the honor of performing at the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Additionally, ten of our students took part in Opera Holland Park’s remarkable production of Tosca.

This term's achievements reflect the hard work and passion of our musicians and the unwavering support of our dedicated music staff.

Cardinal Vaughan continues to excel in fostering musical talent and providing extraordinary opportunities for our students.

Royal British Legion's Service of Commemoration Schola Cantorum On 6 June, 12 members of the Schola Cantorum sang at the Royal British Legion's Service of Commemoration to mark the 80th Anniversary of the Normandy Landings in Bayeux.

Sweden Tour

Summer Concert

Mr Price, Director of Music, commented: "What a privilege to be part of this beautiful service and most of all to meet some of the D-Day veterans. I am very proud of the boys, singing live on Sky News and the BBC as part of the D-Day Commemoration in Bayeux War Cemetery."

The Schola Cantorum enjoyed their tour of Sweden. Across five days, the Schola sang at concerts and services, visiting this country for the first time.

Their trip included singing at Storkyrkan, Stockholm’s oldest church!

Congratulations to the very many pupils who took part in this year’s Summer Concert and thanks to those who attended. Here’s our Junior Orchestra storming through the Overture to Carmen in rehearsals!

The event is held for Normandy and WW2 veterans, families of the fallen, and descendants of Normandy veterans. It is a great honour for the Schola to have been asked to sing at this national act of commemoration, given in the presence of members of the Royal Family.

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STEM Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths

In March, 28 Sixth Form pupils took part in round one of the Royal Society of Chemistry's UK Chemistry Olympiad, a leading chemistry competition for secondary students. This year saw the Vaughan's highest number of entries and the school's best results in a decade!

In addition, twenty Lower Sixth Form pupils, took the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge. We are delighted to announce our school's record-breaking results of the 2024 Cambridge Chemistry Challenge. Special mention to Augustin O, Lower Sixth, one of the top 0.54% of entrants across the UK awarded Roentgenium. This has attained Augustin a place in Cambridge University's summer school.

Media Club In Media Club, pupils created their own news bulletins following in the footsteps of Sky News reporters for the SkyUp news edit competition. They each chose their own topics with themes ranging from climate change to diversity and equality. Pupils gained skills in public speaking and researched different camera angles that news directors and broadcasters use on a daily basis.

Pablo G, Second Form commented: "I had a lot of fun learning about climate change and getting the chance to develop my own script and news report with my team, it was a great opportunity for collaboration".

Prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarship Congratulations to Soki F, Fifth Form who has been awarded the prestigious Arkwright Scholarship. An Arkwright Engineering Scholarship is the most esteemed scholarship of its type in the UK with a field of 1500 applicants, so it is an amazing accomplishment to be selected. Well done, Soki!

Highly Commended in Essay Competition Congratulations to Lower Sixth Form pupil Giorgio M L, who was Highly Commended in the OxBright Essay Competition 2024. Giorgio's essay on collaboration in computer science ranked in the top 20% of over 1000 entries. He earned a Certificate of Achievement and a free place at an OxBright academic conference.

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James M, First Form, added: "I loved getting the chance to be the cameraman for both teams and sharing my ideas and vision for our report".

Thank you to Ms Ucan, Teacher of Computer Science, for running these sessions. Media Club is an excellent way for pupils to engage in current affairs and develop transferable skills.

Thank you also to our Sixth Form helpers Robert S, Shaun T, David F, and Joshua S-K, who have attended every week to support the Lower School pupils.

ART Trinity Gallery

Mr Swiss Cheese The Art Department were blown away by the effort and creativity shown by 29 of our pupils who entered this year's Royal Academy of Arts Young Artists' Show.

Ms Knight, Head of Art, commented: "We are so happy that our pupils take part in opportunities like this. Had we been selecting artwork for the show, we definitely would have selected all of the entries. They are personalised, unique and show the range of creative skills our pupils have."

We are delighted to announce that one of our pupils, Michael O, Second Form (pictured here), has had his artwork selected for both the online and live show at the RA this summer.

Congratulations to Michael and to all those who took part.

Please show your support and vote for Michael in the People's Choice Award 2024 on the RA website.

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SEND

Meet the Team

CVMS Awarded Prestigious SEND Inclusion Award

Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School has been recognised for its dedication to providing outstanding support and opportunities for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The SEND Inclusion Award is accredited by Optimus Education which celebrates schools demonstrating exemplary practices in supporting pupils with SEND. Cardinal Vaughan stood out for its innovative programs, dedicated staff, and comprehensive support provisions.

The report highlighted that Cardinal Vaughan is 'a very inclusive school where the culture and ethos of supporting and integrating all pupils is fully embedded and understood and embraced by all staff.'

In particular, the report praised 'the strong and effective leadership of SEND at Cardinal Vaughan at both strategic and operational levels with a clear vision for how SEND provision at the school is delivered and this vision is clearly and visibly supported by senior leaders and the wider trust and understood by the whole community.'

The SEND Department at CVMS is run by Patti Openibo, SENDCo. Ms Openibo comments: "As the SENCo of Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School, I am in the privileged position of being able to promote an inclusive learning environment, where all pupils are encouraged to strive and participate in the wider school community. The Learning Support Department provides additional support to students across the year groups, from Year 7-13, such as literacy and numeracy support, mentoring, social skills support, touch typing, and homework club.

"Our Learning Support Coaches are attached to specific year groups and they support pupils individually and in groups, inside and outside the classroom. All our intervention clubs take place during form period or after school. Students receive the majority of their support in the classroom.

"Our Mentors and Learning Coaches are dedicated support staff who know their pupils well and who liaise with subject teachers throughout the year in order to ensure efficient and effective support of their wards."

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Sacha Malhamé, Lead Mentor and Access Arrangements Assessor Learning mentors at CVMS are positive role models who work with pupils on a group or one-to-one basis. They provide support, motivation and guidance to help pupils overcome obstacles to their learning. They aim to build confidence and relationships, to develop resilience and character, or raise aspirations, rather than to develop specific academic skills or knowledge alone. Learning mentors support pupils to reach their potential and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Connor Dade, Lead Learning Support Coach I have worked in the SEND department at Cardinal Vaughan for five years. As Lead Learning Support Coach, my role involves helping to coordinate the supervision and deployment of our team. In collaboration with the SENCo, this involves deciding how Learning Support would be best utilised to provide effective support for our pupils.

As a department, we offer an extensive intervention programme that focuses on enriching pupils' social and academic skills. My role also entails collaborating with staff across the school to find the best ways to support our pupils and help them to flourish.

Poppy Penman, Learning Support Coach and Learning Mentor I have been at CVMS for almost three years now, starting as a Learning Support Coach. During this time, I have taken on additional roles as a Mentor and Emotional Literacy Support Coach.

This means in addition to being present in lessons to support pupils academically and undertaking daily interventions, I carry out targeted 1:1 sessions with pupils, supporting them with a range of issues, such as emotional regulation, friendships and bereavement.

TRIPS CVMS on the go Our pupils have been on so many incredible trips this term. As already mentioned, our Schola Cantorum toured Sweden and performed in Normandy, and our Greenpower Team raced at Blyton Park in Gainsborough.

Locally, students attended a figurative drawing workshop at The Wallace Collection and participated in a geographical residential at Nettlecombe Court. The Vaughan also explored Europe, with Classics pupils visiting Rome, and French and History pupils travelling to Paris, which you can read about below.

Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award

29 Fourth Form pupils planned and walked a route in the Surrey hills, cooked meals for themselves and camped overnight as part of the expedition to complete their Bronze Duke of Edinurgh's Award. Pupils showed impressive organisation, teamwork and enthusiasm to make the most of the weekend and tackle tricky, cold and wet conditions.

Congratulations to the pupils who completed the expedition and thank you to Mr Hannam, Teacher of History & Politics, Ms Bell, Teacher of Mathematics, and Mr Leigh, Teacher of PE & Extra-Curricular Sports Coordinator, for accompanying the trip.

As we celebrate the end of the academic year, our pupils chose fun activities for the last week of term, including rowing on the Thames, coaching at QPR, and an Action & Adventure course at Nuclear Races.

These enriching experiences reflect the breadth of opportunities at Cardinal Vaughan, fostering both academic and personal growth.

Rome

Paris

Classics

French and History

Pupils had a brilliant time in Italy at the beginning of term.

They spent a couple of days in Rome, visiting the Colosseum, the Forum and Palatine Hill, the Vatican, and the Sistine Chapel, before heading down to the Bay of Naples to visit Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius, the Naples Archaeological Museum, and the city of Naples itself. Whilst staying in Sorrento they were also able to watch the traditional Holy Week religious processions which was a really special experience.

30 Lower Sixth French and History pupils travelled to Paris to visit the city's historic landmarks. During their time in France's capital, they visited the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, the Notre Dame, the Panthéon and the Palace of Versailles.

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Pupils were also taken on a French Revolution tour, where they saw the statue of Danton, a key Revolutionary, the Conciergerie, where MarieAntoinette was held before her execution, and the Arc de Triomphe.

SIXTH FORM

Head Prefects

An Unforgettable Year

Our Senior Prefects for the academic year 2024/25 have been appointed from the Lower Sixth. We are delighted to announce these pupils' appointments to leadership roles.

Head Prefects: Keeran S and Scarlett P Deputy Head Prefects: Kate B, Kofi B O, Millie Q, and Robert S

Mock Election

Young Enterprise

Nine Sixth Form pupils held a mock election debate with pupils taking on candidate roles from each major UK party and presenting their key manifesto pledges in a Lower School assembly.

Our Young Enterprise Team were finalists in the West London Regionals. The team won the ‘Journey of the Year Award’ and their Co-CEO, Alix L, was awarded the ‘Achiever of the Year Award’.

The exercise was designed to encourage our pupils to engage in politics and provide a practical experience of voting so that they are informed, engaged, and responsible.

Young Enterprise is a leading employability and financial education charity empowering young people across the UK and the sessions were supported and facilitated by weekly sessions provided by Nicholas Troen, Head of Entrepreneurship at St Paul's School and Jenny Coyle, Head of Economics & Business.

Pupils in the First to Fourth Form then cast their votes for their chosen party candidates, with Labour taking the win.

At Cardinal Vaughan, our school motto is Amare et Servire, so love and service are key elements of the School ethos. In the Upper Sixth, being appointed as part of the Senior Prefect Team is fundamental to this mission.

We encourage our pupils to accept leadership roles and demonstrate love and service in action to ensure that the school ethos is carried across all areas of school life.

To our Class of 2023/24, we hope you keep hold of the strong values that have surrounded you throughout your time at the school and cherish your lifelong place in the Vaughan community.

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Being appointed to the Senior Prefect Team is an honour and we hope our pupils feel a sense of pride, particularly in the future when they progress to university and further afield.

COMMUNITY Alumni, Parents, Governors, and Friends As the academic year draws to a close, we would like to thank all our volunteers from across the school community for their time and commitment. Thank you to everyone who ran, supported, and sponsored Team Vaughan at the Ealing Half Marathon, and to our pupils, parents, staff, and alumni who took part in and donated to our most successful Giving Day to date. This year has been one to remember.

An extra special thank you to our Vaughan Parents Association and parent helpers who have supported school events and organised so many incredible parent socials and community fundraisers. The success of our school events is a team effort and at the Vaughan, we are immensely grateful to have a generous community who dedicate so much time to supporting our events each year.

Thank you to Monsignor Roger Reader, our School Chaplain, for his continued support and spiritual guidance. Also thank you to our visiting Priests this term and we greatly appreciate all they do for the Vaughan community.

Year 7 New Parents Welcome Dinner This term, we hosted our New Parent Welcome Dinner, which is a wonderful opportunity for current parents to introduce new parents to the school and share their experiences at the Vaughan.

Extra special thank you to Tony Mars, Chair of the Foundation for sharing his story as an Old Vaughanian and former parent, and to Alex Yates, Head of the Vaughan Parents Association, for speaking about the importance of community at the Vaughan.

Finally, thank you to our Head Chef, Esther, and her catering team, who cooked up the school's renowned roast dinner for the parents.

We look forward to welcoming new parents in September.

Parent Book Club

Vaughan Ball

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the last Parent Book Club session of the year on 25 June.

Thank you to those who joined us on Saturday 22 June for our annual Vaughan Ball. We are absolutely delighted that together, we raised £10,300, which is one of our most successful auctions to date! All proceeds go to the Pupil Support Fund.

Many thanks to Ms MacGloin, School Librarian, for organising the book club and running the sessions each week.

The Parent Book Club will continue next year, so please keep an eye out for dates.

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We hope those who came enjoyed the evening. Thank you again for your generosity and support.

DEVELOPMENT OFFICE We are writing to you with an update from the Love & Service Fund. Thanks to your generous monthly donation and the contributions from most families at the Vaughan, we have raised over £400,000 for the Vaughan Association this year. These funds are fundamental to continue providing pupils with the first-class Catholic education we have a legacy of offering and continue to offer.

Government funding does not account for our 2 Fives (five classes and the five additional teaching hours per class at A-Level). It doesn’t account for our investment in the highest qualified teachers that train through our top-rated teaching school. It doesn’t account for our offering Classics & Latin at GCSE, or our liturgical choir, the Schola Cantorum, or many of the top-of-the-range facilities and equipment we have in our STEM department. Ultimately, you do, our community. These are the things that make the Vaughan exceptional, but they are not a given. And it is certainly not possible without your support. This is the impact of your donations.

In September, the Vaughan will celebrate its 110th Anniversary. After the death of Cardinal Herbert Vaughan, the third Archbishop of Westminster, an appeal was made to raise funds to found a school as a memorial to him. Some £20,000 was subscribed and in 1914 the Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School opened its doors to its first 29 pupils.

Our school is therefore an institution founded in philanthropy.

10 years ago the state sector faced a financial crisis and Cardinal Vaughan was one of the front runners in launching the largest, most ambitious fundraising campaign of a state Catholic school with the Love & Service Fund. Thanks to support from our community, this was phenomenally successful and transformed the Vaughan by inspiring our families to give in new and extraordinary ways.

Together, we continue to overcome challenges and create a nurturing environment that fosters growth and learning.

Thank you for being an integral part of our school’s journey. We wish you all a restful and enjoyable summer break and look forward to welcoming you back next term with renewed enthusiasm and shared goals.

Thank you once again for your support. It’s hugely appreciated and absolutely integral to the Vaughan’s continued success.

With best wishes, The Development Team

Cardinal’s Vaughan resident mallards, Amare and Servire.

Affectionately known by the pupils as Cheese and Quackers.

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OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Pupil Achievements Toby Y

Matilda C

Following our success at regional level in the first year of entering the Jack Petchey "Speak Out" Challenge, in this our second year of participation, Toby Y, Fourth Form took the Vaughan to the Grand Final with his speech 'Kindness is Key' and won!

Sixth Form pupil, Matilda C, was selected to sing at the Portuguese Embassy marking the 50th anniversary of the Portuguese Revolution. "It was an honour to perform at the Embassy on such an important occasion and I felt really connected to my cultural past through the music I sang."

Malakai B

Millie Q

On Saturday 25 May, Fourth Form pupil, Malakai B, sang Abide With Me at the FA Cup Final held at Wembley Stadium. This was Malakai's largest audience, with members of the Royal Family in attendance, including the Prince of Wales.

Congratulations to Lower Sixth Form pupil, Millie Q, who has been elected as Wandsworth's first Youth Mayor to represent young people across the borough. She was chosen by members of the Wandsworth Youth Council.

Thomas K Fourth Form pupil, Thomas K, has improved his golfing handicap and now plays off +1 (below scratch) and for his age is one of best in the country.

He is currently competing in th McGregor Trophy, this is England's Under 16 championship and is regarded premier European event for golf's under 16s.

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BEYOND THE VAUGHAN Alumni Achievements Harry Forster

Georgia Bell

A huge congratulations to Old Vaughanian, Harry Forster (OV 2016), who gained promotion to League One following Crawley Town's Wembley win on Sunday 19 May in the Playoff Final. We cannot wait to follow Harry's progress next season.

Congratulations to Vaughan alumna Georgia Bell (OV 2012) who has qualified for the 2024 Olympics! She becomes our school’s first representative at the Games since Garry Herbert in 1992. What an incredible achievement and Georgia is an inspiration to all our pupils!

Alex Sabga-Brady

Tom Fetherstonhaugh

On Thursday 6 June, Vaughan alumnus and actor, Alex Sabga-Brady (OV 1994), best known for his role in HBO's 'Band of Brothers', made an unforgettable jump into the Cotentin Peninsula at the 80th Anniversary of D-Day in Normandy.

Vaughan alumnus, Tom Fetherstonhaugh (OV 2018), has announced that he will be making his BBC Proms debut at the Royal Albert Hall conducting the Fantasia Orchestra on Sunday 4 and Monday 5 August.

Classes 1956 - 2023 On Friday 26 April, over 70 Old Vaughanians from the Classes of 1956 - 2023 came together in a very special reunion ahead of the school's 110th anniversary.

Fourth Form pupil, Malakai B, sang his BGT 'golden buzzer' winning arrangement of Pie Jesu in an intimate performance for our alumni

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