The Leys School, Cambridge

As we move through the summer holidays, it is an opportunity to reflect on the places that shape daily life at The Leys.

Moulton is at the heart of this for many of our younger pupils. Home to our Year 7 and 8 boarders, it provides an environment in which pupils can grow in confidence and independence. Pictured outside the House are Housemaster Mr West-Sadler and Teddy. Together, they play an important role in creating the sense of community that makes Moulton feel like home. 🐾

Congratulations to Jacob F, who has been awarded Best Shot at this year’s Army Summer Camp.

This achievement demonstrates his exceptional marksmanship and dedication. In recognition of his commitment and service to The Leys CCF, Jacob has also been promoted to the rank of full Cadet Corporal. A fantastic achievement and a well-deserved promotion.

Here at The Leys, we have been exploring how AI can support learning, enhance outcomes and prepare pupils for a rapidly evolving digital world. Trials of AI platforms, alongside targeted training initiatives, are offering valuable insight into how this technology can be used thoughtfully in everyday teaching and learning.

Read more in our latest article https://www.theleys.net/preparing-pupils-for-a-digital-future/

A wonderful example of the impact our community can have beyond The Leys.

Through the Malawi Hearing Project, The Leys donated refurbished iPads to ear and hearing healthcare professionals in Blantyre and Lilongwe, Malawi, with support from fundraising by Barrett and Granta House. The devices supported professional development, patient training and healthcare education, while providing a more sustainable, paper-free approach to learning and feedback.

The Leys is fortunate to have fantastic opportunities right on its doorstep, including the Cambridge Union Society - the oldest continuously running debating society in the world. At the end of the Summer Term, pupils visited the Union, where they enjoyed a tour and a Q&A, followed by a debate on the motion, ‘This House Believes Margaret Thatcher Liberated the Proletariat’.

We are grateful to the Union for making our pupils and staff feel so welcome.

This week, 40 pupils from our valued partner schools – Coleridge, Trumpington, NCA and Chesterton – attended the annual Ollie Feast Summer Camp. The camp celebrates the strength of our partnerships by providing opportunities for pupils to work together, develop confidence and forge new friendships.

Our thanks go to H5 Adventure and The Leys pupil volunteers, whose leadership played a vital role throughout. The camp is a wonderful example of the positive impact meaningful school partnerships can have for all involved.

A day of professional learning, collaboration and networking for teachers Ms Drinkwater and Ms Evans at this years Wellington College's Festival of Education. They explored the latest educational research and approaches, describing it as "a really enjoyable and stimulating day," providing valuable insights to further enhance teaching and learning across the school community. 📚

Highlights included sessions on:

🔹 Questioning techniques and how the brain learns
🔹 Motivation and independent learning
🔹 Rethinking Sixth Form through a three-year model
🔹 Leading with Love and human flourishing movement