KAR Newsletter 17/10/2025

Dear Parents and Carers,

It’s been another fantastic week at Ringmer, full of energy, community spirit, and achievement across the school.

Earlier this week, we had our whole school photo, what a wonderful occasion! Every year group was involved, and it was great to see such a sense of pride and unity across our school community. The photography team commented on how fantastic our students were throughout, a real credit to you and to Ringmer.

Today, we’re also proud to be marking Show Racism the Red Card Day. It’s been inspiring to see so many students and staff wearing something red as a symbolic act of solidarity against racism. This initiative encourages education, awareness and positive action. You can find out more about the campaign here: https://www.theredcard.org/

We’re also looking forward to our Just Dance House Event this afternoon, a brilliant opportunity for students to have fun, be active and enjoy some friendly house competition. It promises to be a lively and joyful end to a busy half term!

Some of our Year 7 and 8 students were lucky enough to take part in a special Open Doors careers visit to the Brighton & Hove Albion Amex Stadium. The event, run by the East Sussex Careers Hub as part of their Open Doors Programme and hosted by the Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation, gave our students an inspiring behind the scenes look at professional sport. They explored the director’s box, VIP areas, changing rooms and players’ tunnel before taking part in activities focused on career aspirations, employability skills and the many pathways within the sporting industry. It was a fantastic experience, and our students represented Ringmer beautifully throughout the day.

We also recently celebrated our Senior Student Tie Giving Ceremony to recognise and congratulate our new school student leaders. They showed confidence, courage and commitment, and we are extremely proud of each of them. Our senior students have already supported the school through events such as the Year 6 Transition Day, House competitions, Open Evening and Progress Evenings, where they demonstrated real responsibility and leadership. At Ringmer, we value not only what our students achieve, but also who they are becoming as individuals, and we are confident these young leaders will continue to be ‘world-ready’ as they move forward in their studies, careers and communities.

Our Year 11 students have completed the first week of their mock exams with real determination and maturity. Their focus and attitude have been exemplary - well done to all of them as they head into the second week.

This week, I also had the opportunity to attend the East Sussex 11–19 Heads meeting, where we discussed the challenges and opportunities facing schools locally and across the county. It was affirming to hear such positive feedback about Ringmer, our students and the reputation of our school continue to be recognised locally for all the right reasons.

Finally, a big thank you to all parents and carers for your ongoing support with attendance. We’ve seen a noticeable rise over the past few weeks, which is a fantastic way to finish the half term. Consistent attendance makes such a difference to learning and wellbeing, and your partnership is truly appreciated.

Wishing all our students, families and staff a wonderful two-week half term break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for another exciting term ahead.

Best wishes,

Chris Harvey

Senior Student Tie Giving Ceremony

On 2 October 2025, our Senior Students had their Senior Student Tie Giving Ceremony to celebrate and congratulate their achievement of becoming a school student leader.

Mr Harvey and I were so impressed with their interviews - they showed confidence, courage and competitiveness when presenting and as a result, we are extremely proud of them.

Students have already supported the school in events such as year 6 transition day, house competitions, open evening and progress evenings where they showed responsibility and were role models for younger students in the school.

At KAR, we don't just care about what you achieve but who you are as a person. As we look ahead into the future, I have no doubt that you will all become "world-ready" and continue to lead in your studies, in your careers and in your communities.

Mrs Avery, Head of KS4

Design Technology Department – Year 10s

The Year 10's have been successful in completing their stools this term. They have built resilience in using new tools such as the table top router, handheld router, and jigsaw to build on their workshop skills and prepare them for more advanced making in year 11. Lots of very proud students this week!

Mrs R. Hepburn Imber, Design & Technology Lead Teacher, Head of House System

Open Doors Visit to Brighton and Hove Amex Stadium

Some of our students from year 7 and 8 were treated to a very special careers visit to The Amex Stadium.

The event is run by The East Sussex Careers Hub and is part of their Open Doors Programme. The day was hosted by The Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation, who are the official charity of Brighton & Hove Albion. They use the power of football to engage and inspire young people to change their lives and help them to get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing.

Our students were treated to a very exclusive behind the scenes tour including the director’s box, VIP areas, changing rooms and the tunnel. The students then took part in a range of fun activities to get them thinking about career aspirations, develop key employability skills and learn about the jobs roles and pathways within professional sports.

Super Curriculum Ceramics & Clay Work

Students have been developing their clay-handling skills, focusing on ceramics and glazes along Autumn and Halloween themes. They created a variety of pieces, including spooky pumpkins, scary ghosts, realistically-coloured leaf-prints, and creatively sculpted hanging decorations. This project not only allowed them to explore texture and form but also encouraged imaginative thinking and personal expression. The use of glaze techniques added vibrant finishes, bringing their seasonally-inspired creations to life.

King’s Academy Ringmer Christmas Card Design Competition

Pro:Direct Academy Open Evening

Upcoming Open Evening on Monday 20th October for Year 11 Boys and Girls. If your son/daughter is interested in attending, please follow link - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkSX8TPRCc2E3_VorADFHvDqkzro5OhRD5im_l1PObxNoxSA/viewform?usp=header