Thurstable School

Yesterday students in Years 7,8,9 and 10 who attend the Ivy League programme after school, had the unique opportunity to hear directly from Fran & Tom at The University of Cambridge. Students listened to information about the different amazing degree courses on offer and what student life could be like with the chance to ask questions about the best GCSEs and A level subjects they need to study should they wish to attend Cambridge in the future.🏫

Thank you Fran & Tom for your time! University of Cambridge 💚

New Eco Shop Products for our next opening in May 💚🍏

🏆 Charity Competition
🎓Tutor 10S
💚Chosen Charity - Tiptree First Responders
If you suspect a diabetic person to have particularly high or low blood sugar levels, you can test it by first pricking their finger. Then, get a small dot of their blood on a specialised card by simply tapping the card to the blood, not smearing it. This can then be inserted into a machine which gives precise levels of glucose in the blood. Anything below a 4 or above a 9 is concerning, and anything in between is exactly as it's meant to be. The sharp used to prick the person's finger must be disposed of properly.

Written by Emma R and Sophia R, 10S

🏆 Charity Competition
🎓Tutor 10S
💚Chosen Charity - Tiptree First Responders

A simple position that could save your life!!

You may have heard about the recovery position, but do you know how to do it?

If someone has collapsed, the first thing you should do is check their airways to make sure nothing is blocking it, and try to remove any blockages.Then, bring the right leg up and move it over the left leg, making sure they do not have anything sharp in pockets before hand.This will turn them onto their side.During this, keep in constant communication with them so you are aware of any changes in consciousness.

Written by Emma R and Sophia R, 10S

🏆First Give Charity Competition
🎓Tutor 10S
💚Chosen Charity - Tiptree First Responders

Kevin and Charlotte came in from Tiptree First Responders to talk about their charity. They explained how many different things in their kit bag worked and how they responded to emergency situations. This really benefited 10s as they now understand how serious Kevin and Charlotte’s work throughout the community is.

Our Year 10 tutor groups are gearing up for the charity 'First Give' competition on 12th May! Each tutor group has chosen a local charity to champion, creating podcasts, videos, and presentations to raise awareness. Charities are visiting this week to inspire our students, and the winning group will secure £1000 for their cause! 💰👏

Stay tuned for their amazing efforts!

The key topics on the dining hall newsstands this week - let the debates begin!✨

Thurstable School are proud to have partnered with Kitt Medical since 2023. They provide the school with life saving adrenaline pens. Having recently featured on the BBC's Dragons' Den securing investment from Steve Bartlett and Deborah Meaden, Kitt Medical provides essential anaphylaxis kits, including adrenaline pens, and training for schools and businesses equipping them to handle severe allergic reactions. https://kittmedical.com/

FISH HEROES🐟

This week we had cans of Salmon kindly donated by giving some of our students the opportunity to cook fish for the first time!

Stay tuned to see what the students rustle up! ⛵️

All made possible by -

🌿 Mother's Day Gifts at The Green-Eco Shop! 🌸

Join us this Wednesday, March 19th, from 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM to find the perfect eco-friendly gift for Mum or Grandma! Choose from hand soaps, body washes, shampoos, and conditioners — all perfect for Mother’s Day on March 30th.

See you there! 💚

The topics taking centre stage on the dining hall Newsstands this week - we look forward to hearing the debates!✨

This week our Year 10 Geography students visited the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park as part of their human geography fieldwork. They were assessing how successful the regeneration of Stratford was for 2012 Olympic Games by completing field sketches, an environmental quality index and a socio-economic index. They got to see the aquatic centre, velodrome, London stadium, the Olympic rings and much more! 🗺️🌐

🎓🔬 Study Day: "So You Think You Want to Be a Doctor?" 🔬🎓

Are you a lower sixth-form student considering a career in medicine? Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to gain valuable insight into the world of healthcare!

📅 Date: Saturday, 15th March 2025
📍 Location: Clacton Coastal Academy
🩺 Hosted by: ESNEFT / Talent for Care

At Ipswich Hospital, they receive many requests for hospital work experience each year. Their Study Day offers students equal access to a realistic introduction to medicine, helping to prepare for medical school applications.

✅ Learn about life as a doctor
✅ Gain exposure to a hospital environment
✅ Get expert guidance on your journey to medical school

📩 To apply, download and complete the application form in this folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m0tvFqfcWBmev0AeN61a44pn_MCMdxA9?usp=sharing

When complete please return it to [email protected].

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

What a Delicious Week! 🥧🥞

National Pie Day and Pancake Day were a huge success! From flaky, golden pies to stacks of fluffy pancakes, every bite was absolutely amazing. A massive THANK YOU to our incredible kitchen staff for putting in the hard work to make these days extra special - we appreciate you!

Hope everyone enjoyed the treats! Let us know your favourite pie or pancake topping in the comments. 👇🎉