Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

You can follow Ms Lopez - Bonilla on her Round Jersey Swim which is now live!

The Boat name is Sea Swimmer, to find it look round for Boats going around the Island anticlockwise, if you click on any Boat icon it brings up the name of the Boat. Copy and paste the link below into your browser.

https://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/home/centerx:-2.1/centery:49.2/zoom:11

Last week, a group of Year 12 pupils visited the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) Hawkshead Campus for an immersive, hands-on look into the cutting edge of clinical science. The day was both an incredible learning experience and a massive triumph for our pupils, who left a lasting impression on the university faculty.

While some of the attending pupils are aiming for a career in veterinary medicine, many others in the group are aspiring future doctors and dentists. The visit perfectly highlighted how deeply connected human and animal medical sciences truly are.

The absolute highlight of the day was a presentation delivered by our pupils showcasing their Chemistry Pony Research Project, a rigorous scientific study they have been undertaking. Presenting university-level research to actual university faculty can be daunting, but our pupils handled it flawlessly.

The RVC hosting team was so impressed by the crossover of chemistry and clinical research that they reached out afterward with glowing praise:
"I was particularly impressed by the presentation they delivered, showcasing the research project they have undertaken. The work reflected a high standard of academic rigour, careful preparation, and a clear understanding of the subject matter. The pupils communicated their findings with confidence, clarity, and enthusiasm."

"From the moment they arrived, they conducted themselves with exceptional maturity, courtesy, and professionalism... They were a credit to themselves, their school, and their teachers."

Wishing all the teams taking part in the Stockwell Super Sixes best of luck, it promises to be a super day of cricket!
All proceeds will go to the Bone Cancer Trust.

Here is the menu for the week commencing 15th June.

This week, Year 12 Chemistry students participated in the Royal Society of Chemistry School's Analyst Competition. This competition allows students to apply practical skills learned within A Level Chemistry to real-world scenarios.

On Wednesday 1st July, our Langton Jazz Band will be joining forces with The Big Sound Collective to give a Jazz concert in the school hall at 7pm. The PTFA will be running a licensed bar, and it promises to be a fantastic musical spectacle. No need to buy tickets but there will be a retiring collection.

Congratulations to Year 10 student Ethan, who has been selected by England Roller Hockey to play for the England Under 17 Male Final Squad at the World Skate Europe European Championships in Braga from 20–25 July 2026.
Wishing you and your team luck with the Championships this summer.

Temisayo and Temisire (both Y10) will travel to Nottingham next month to play in the finals of the chess National Youth Championship. The twins qualified as the top two players in the Canterbury Zonal competition, fighting out a draw with each other and winning all of their other games. In Nottingham, they will face the top young players in the country over three days, and will also receive coaching and lectures from top players and trainers. Good luck boys!

Dr Moffat and Mrs Wells recently visited the Langton's link school, Dr Obote College in Uganda. While there they discussed the future of the 23 year link, met with current recipients of the Langton support and learning sponsorship, and learnt about the challenges facing the current community. It was exciting for them to also do some actual teaching!

Help us to fundraise and show your support for Miss Lopez – Bonilla who teaches Spanish at the school as she is taking on the Round Jersey Swim to raise money for the reopening of the swimming pool at The Langton.

The Round Jersey Swim is one of the most iconic and demanding open-water challenges in Europe a full circumnavigation of the island of Jersey, covering approximately 41 miles (66 km) depending on tides. It combines dramatic coastline, fast‑moving waters, and world‑class endurance swimming.

Ms Lopez says: “This swim is more than a physical feat — it’s a test of resilience, strategy, and mental strength. Having completed the swim in 2004, and having been weathered out on three occasions, I know how challenging and variable conditions can be. I will be attempting a second circumnavigation of the island to raise money for the reopening of our community pool at The Langton”.
To Sponsor Ms Lopez and find out more please visit the Crowdfunder page https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/round-jersey-swim