Robert Blake School

We are delighted to announce that Robert Blake has once again achieved the best examination results in the history of the school!

This year's outcomes represent another significant step forward, with notable improvements in key performance measures, including both the Grade 5+ benchmark in English and Mathematics and Attainment 8. These results reflect the continued dedication, resilience and hard work of our students and staff, and reinforce the school's ongoing journey of improvement.

We are especially pleased to see strong performances across a range of subjects, with significant gains in English Language, the Sciences, Geography, Photography, Dance, Drama and BTEC Music, alongside exceptional outcomes in our community languages, including Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Urdu. As always, many students have overcome personal challenges and barriers to achieve success, demonstrating remarkable perseverance and strength of character.

These achievements are the result of a collective effort. Improvements in behaviour, high expectations, a culture of aspiration, and a relentless focus on high-quality teaching and learning have all contributed to this success. We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of parents, carers and the wider community, whose partnership continues to make a real difference to the lives of our young people.

We would like to thank all of our staff and governors for their continued commitment and dedication to ensuring every student has the opportunity to flourish and thrive. Most importantly, congratulations to our Year 11 students on their outstanding achievements. They have embodied our SMART values of Self-discipline, Motivation, Aspiration, Respect and Togetherness, and we look forward to recognising their success further at our Awards Evening in November.

Congratulations, Class of 2026, on helping Robert Blake achieve its best-ever results once again.

📢 Payments Now Available Through Arbor Parent App 📢

We are pleased to let parents and carers know that payments can now be made directly through the Arbor Parent App.

✅ Pay for revision guides
✅ Book and pay for school trips
✅ Manage meal payments
✅ Access everything quickly and securely from your app

If you need support getting started, please refer to our Arbor Parent App guide for more information.

https://support.arbor-education.com/hc/en-us/articles/22123135039773-Top-up-accounts-and-viewing-payments-in-the-Parent-Portal

Have a question? Our Finance Team is happy to help – please contact [email protected]

🎤 Year 10 Mock Interviews – A Fantastic Success! 🎤

On Friday 10th July, we were delighted to welcome a range of employers into school to support our Year 10 Mock Interview programme.

The feedback from employers was overwhelmingly positive, with many commenting on the professionalism, confidence and maturity shown by our students.

A huge thank you to all of the employers who generously gave up their time to support this event.

Congratulations, Year 10 – you should be incredibly proud of yourselves!

EDF Richard Huish College UCS College Group National Grid British Army Avon and Somerset Police

⚽❤️ Year 8 Charity Football Match ❤️⚽

On Friday, our Year 8 students came together for a fantastic charity football match in support of Young Lives vs Cancer, raising money for one of our valued friends.

The event brought together 35 students, who demonstrated outstanding character, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the day. The atmosphere was brilliant, with everyone playing their part in making the event such a success.

Together, they raised an impressive £51 for this incredible charity! To celebrate their efforts, all teams enjoyed a well-deserved ice pole after the match.

A huge well done to everyone involved, you should all be incredibly proud of the difference you've made.👏

🎶 THIS EVENING - Summer Concert – Join Us! ☀️

Come and see a fantastic concert put together by our talented students.

📅 Date: 20th July 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 6:00pm
🎵 Start Time: 6:30pm
💷 Tickets: £5 (Under 10s go free!)
👉 Cash on the door – but please use the QR code to reserve your place.

We’re also delighted to welcome special guest performers from local Somerset schools – it’s set to be an evening full of music, creativity, and celebration!

We hope to see you there supporting our amazing students!

🎶 Summer Concert – Join Us! ☀️

Come and see a fantastic concert put together by our talented students.

📅 Date: 20th July 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 6:00pm
🎵 Start Time: 6:30pm
💷 Tickets: £5 (Under 10s go free!)
👉 Cash on the door – but please use the QR code to reserve your place.

We’re also delighted to welcome special guest performers from local Somerset schools – it’s set to be an evening full of music, creativity, and celebration!

We hope to see you there supporting our amazing students!

This will have such a positive impact on so many of our students, as well as being a fantastic addition to the local community. 👏

🏰⚔️ Year 7 Conquer Warwick Castle! 🦅🎯

Recently, 115 Year 7 students enjoyed an unforgettable trip to Warwick Castle.

Throughout the trip, our students represented the school exceptionally well. Castle staff praised the group’s excellent manners, enthusiasm and engagement, with students consistently demonstrating our SMART values throughout the day.

We are incredibly proud of the entire Year 7 cohort for being such fantastic ambassadors for our school community. 🌟👏

See the latest edition of the newsletter for more!

🎉 Well done to some of the recent winners of the Friday Bing B**g Awards! 🎉

It’s always fantastic to celebrate your hard work, positive attitude, and brilliant character. We’re so proud of everything you bring to our community.

Stay tuned… this week’s winners will be announced an Monday with additional Principal's prizes to be won! 👀

🏆 Celebrating Careers Excellence at Robert Blake School! 🏆

Earlier in the term, we were proud to attend the Somerset Careers Awards, where Robert Blake School was nominated for Best Careers Focused Secondary School.

👏 Congratulations to everyone involved and thank you for your continued support.