Lion Works School

Today, our Year 9 students had the privilege of visiting Hope for Food, a fantastic charity dedicated to supporting the homeless and families in need. While there, they learned about the incredible work that goes on behind the scenes to provide essential support to those in our community.

As part of our visit, we were proud to donate a selection of Easter eggs to bring a little joy to families in need within our local area.

This experience truly reflected our school value of Community - showing kindness, compassion, and a commitment to helping others. It also reinforced the key British Value of generosity, reminding us all of the importance of looking out for one another.

Hope for Food have a target of collecting 1000 easter eggs, so please use the link to find out more about this fantastic charity and donate if you can! A huge well done to our students for representing the school so brilliantly and for making a difference in the lives of others!

Our Key Stage 3 students have been embracing adventure and pushing their limits through a series of exciting outdoor education activities! They’ve tackled indoor climbing at The Project, honed their focus with rifle shooting and rock climbing at Butcher’s Coppice, and explored local sites, including the fascinating Horton Tower.

Through these experiences, our students have demonstrated our core school values:
Ambition – challenging themselves to climb higher, aim further, and explore deeper.
Resilience – overcoming obstacles, stepping outside their comfort zones, and persevering.
Community – supporting one another, working as a team, and respecting the history of our local area.

These activities also reflect key British Values, fostering respect, teamwork, and a deeper appreciation of our shared heritage. A huge well done to all our students for their enthusiasm and determination!

Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women who inspire us, shape our communities, and pave the way for a brighter future. To all the teachers, students, staff, and families in our school community—thank you for your strength, resilience, and dedication.

Let's continue to support and empower one another, recognising the amazing achievements and contributions of women everywhere.

☕️ Parent Coffee Morning - Years 9 & 10 ☕️

📅 Date: Friday, 14th March
⏰ Time: 9-10am

We are inviting all parents and carers of our Year 9 and Year 10 students to join us for a relaxed and informal Coffee Morning next Friday.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:
✅ Meet other parents from your child’s year group
✅ Chat with key staff members
✅ Ask any questions and share ideas
✅ Enjoy some coffee, tea, and light refreshments

We look forward to welcoming you!

Let’s come together, connect, and support our school community. See you there! ☕️🍪

Yesterday, we had a fantastic time celebrating World Book Day! Our students took part in exciting activities, including an Opening Lines Quiz and designing their own book covers for their favourite stories.

The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the literary fancy dress! We saw an amazing range of characters, from Oliver Twist to W***y Wonka and Cruella de Vil!

A huge well done to all our students for their creativity and enthusiasm—what a brilliant way to celebrate the magic of books!

Today, we are celebrating World Book Day! This is a wonderful opportunity to embrace our love for reading and storytelling while reflecting on our school values:

Ambition – Books inspire us to dream big and strive for knowledge.
Resilience – Every great story teaches us perseverance in the face of challenges.
Community – Reading brings us together, fostering shared experiences and discussions.

From exciting book-themed activities to sharing our favourite reads, today is all about the power of stories to shape our minds and future. Let's keep turning pages and expanding our horizons!

Yesterday was Pancake Day, and our students embraced the tradition by rolling up their sleeves and getting creative in the school kitchen! From mixing the batter to flipping (with varying degrees of success!), they showed great resilience—because let’s be honest, the first pancake never quite goes to plan!

It was fantastic to see our school community come together, supporting one another and celebrating this much-loved British tradition. Through teamwork and determination, our students demonstrated key British values such as mutual respect and individual liberty, as they explored their own unique pancake creations!

Well done to everyone who took part—whether your pancakes were golden and fluffy or slightly "well done," we loved seeing your enthusiasm!

Our Key Stage 4 students had a fantastic time at the driving range, honing their golf skills and putting their ambition into action! Their determination to improve, even when faced with challenges, showed true resilience, and it was great to see them supporting each other—demonstrating the power of community.

Experiences like this also reflect our commitment to British values, as students showed mutual respect and individual liberty, developing confidence in a new skill while encouraging one another.

Well done to everyone who took part! Who knows—we may have a future golf champion among us!

🚗 SAVE THE DATE: Supercar Day is BACK! 🚗

We’re thrilled to announce that due to popular demand, our Supercar Day is coming back for Round 2! 🏎️✨

Get ready to experience an exciting day full of amazing supercars and a chance to get up close to some of the most luxurious vehicles around. 🏁🚗

📅 Date: Sunday 5th October
⏰ Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
📍 Location: The Lion Works School

Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable day! More details coming soon!

Two events to make our community aware of looking ahead to next week:

First up, on Tuesday it's our Sixth Form Coffee Morning from 9-10, an opportunity for our sixth form parents to discuss their children and Lion Works School life.

Secondly, Thursday 6th March is World Book Day - a day when we celebrate the wonderful world of literature. We can't wait to see what creative outfits our fancy dress inclined students choose this year!

We were thrilled to welcome the Mayor of Poole, Peter Miles, to our school today. He was given a tour of our school, meeting some of our brilliant School Council members, who shared their positivity for our school community.
The Mayor even had a go at our outdoor reaction games – proving he’s as active as he is engaged! His visit was a wonderful reminder of the values we hold dear: Ambition, Resilience, and Community. These values shape everything we do here at The Lion Works School, and it was inspiring to see how they align with the British values of respect, democracy, and inclusion. Thank you, Mr Miles and Mayoress Katie Cousins, for visiting us and showing such positivity towards our school. We’re proud to continue growing and striving for excellence, together.

This week, our Year 11 BTEC Art students have been diving into the world of British art, drawing inspiration from renowned artists such as Angie Lewin, Angela Harding, and Jeremy James. Through their study of these incredible talents, our students have been exploring themes of ambition, resilience, and the importance of community in their creative practice.

With these values in mind, they’ve been working hard to design their own unique prints, with the end goal of creating beautiful wrapping paper and printed fabric. This project not only showcases their artistic skills but also highlights how British values like creativity, determination, and unity play a vital role in shaping their work.

We can't wait to see the final pieces come to life, and we’re incredibly proud of their dedication and passion!

Our Year 7 students are developing essential money skills, from counting coins to budgeting for real-life situations like buying a snack or planning a trip. Understanding money isn’t just about maths - it’s about independence, resilience, and preparing for the future!

With British coins rich in history and meaning, our students are learning that every penny counts towards building confidence and ambition.

What a fantastic week it’s been for outdoor activities! Our Key Stage 3 students have truly embraced the spirit of ambition, resilience, and community, taking part in a variety of experiences that have challenged and inspired them including: Christchurch Priory, where they explored our rich British heritage. Our students showed great curiosity and respect. Fitness at Mackenzie’s Boxing Gym, pushing boundaries and building resilience, developing discipline, perseverance, and teamwork—key values that prepare them for success in all areas of life. A hike over Spetisbury Ring – our students hiked across this historic hillfort, working together and supporting one another every step of the way. Their determination and teamwork embodied the very best of our school values. Year 9 also explored entertainment facilities at the BH2 Complex as part of their ARC lesson.
These activities not only promote well-being and personal growth but also reinforce British Values, including mutual respect, individual liberty, and a deep appreciation for our country’s history and cultural heritage.

A huge well done to everyone involved!

Just a quick reminder that a week today is our Coffee Morning for parents of our Years 7 & 8 students. It's a lovely way to get to know other members of our school community and we look forward to welcoming you!

Our Year 9 students took their learning beyond the classroom this morning as they conducted an exciting experiment to measure the speed of sound! Through hands-on science, they demonstrated ambition—applying their knowledge, thinking critically, and working together to collect accurate results.

This experience also reinforced key British values, such as mutual respect and individual liberty, as students collaborated, shared ideas, and took responsibility for their learning.

Well done, Year 9—your curiosity and determination continue to inspire us!

Our Year 7 students have been showing fantastic ambition in their art lessons, experimenting with different styles and textures to develop their creative skills. They have been exploring the exciting world of squeegee art, using bold colours and dynamic techniques to create unique abstract pieces.

Through this project, students have demonstrated resilience, embracing challenges and refining their work with enthusiasm. Their creativity and perseverance truly reflect our school’s commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community, where every student is encouraged to express themselves.

This experience not only enhances their artistic abilities but also reinforces key British values such as individual liberty—giving them the freedom to explore their own artistic voice—and mutual respect, as they appreciate each other’s unique interpretations.