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Year 11 Business trip to The Museum of Brands & Warner Bros. Studio Tours Harry Potter World
So after the coach being slightly delayed arriving, we finally piled on and headed to Notting Hill.
The Museum of Brands is amazing. Nestled between residential houses and offices, a white fascia sticks out and it’s really not where you’d expect a museum to be. It is literally a walk through time from the 1900’s right up until modern day. As we headed through the Time Tunnel we saw the millions of items of all things, and everything, from clothing to homeware, original vinyl records and teen magazines, to toys, games & books and as we got to the more recent decades we all started spotting items that we recognised from either parents/grandparents having in their homes and then things we had or do still own ourselves. Explaining to some of the students what you did with a portable TV was amusing (no we haven’t always had smartphones & tablets you know!!)
The Brand Hall was fascinating, to see how some of the big brand names have barely change in over a hundred years, where others have reinvented themselves constantly to keep up with a current look and aesthetic.
A little garden at the back of the museum was the setting for lunch before we headed to Watford and the Harry Potter studios at Leavesden.
What can I say about the Harry Potter studios, except WOW!! The classroom lesson – The Business of Movies was just brilliant and such an insight into the marketing of such a massive franchise as the Harry Potter series and a great opportunity for our Business students to have experienced. And we were very lucky to see, up close, some of the props & costumes used in the movie that the general public will never see. Then of course we were able to take the studio tour, which in itself is a feat of marketing genius that is on a scale that really is magical. Even if you’re not a Harry Potter fan there is something to entertain everyone, even if only for the remarkable cafes/coffee shops and food courts that sell some movie worthy treats. (and there might have been the odd broomstick ride by a couple of members of staff too!!)
It was a fabulous day, and I think all who went had a great time, the students' behaviour was exemplary and they where a credit to themselves and BCS, and a pleasure to spend the day with.
Artist of the Week
This week we have an illustration created by Lajna Latif in year 10. Lajna joined Baylis Court School in November 2023. She has worked tremendously hard this year having joined us later in the year developing her drawing outcome inspired by the work artist Iain Macarthur. She has combined her drawing of a self-portrait with patterns from various cultures. Well done!
Duke Of Edinburgh Award- Good News!
We are so proud of Baylis Court School Alumni, Brooke, who has achieved her DofE Gold Award. Brooke started her DofE journey here at Baylis with Mr Docherty, and her experiences spurred her on to complete all levels.
Here are the activites that Brooke took on to complete each level of the award:
Bronze
- Physical – Break Dance
- Skills – Cooking
- Volunteering – School library
- Expedition - 2 days walking
Silver
- Physical – Hip Hop Dance
- Skills – Africa Studies Course
- Volunteering – English Department
- Expedition - 3 days walking
Gold
- Physical – Street Dance
- Skills – Driving
- Volunteering – Suporting elderly neighbour in walking her dog
- Residential – 1 week helping at a disability holiday camp
- Expedition - 4 days walking in the mountains.
Brooke will now have the opportunity to attend a party at Buckingham Palace to celebrate her hard work and meet other gold award achievers.
Please take the time to look at these revision tips from Baylis Court School staff. They are helpful for all students but particularly those approaching GCSE and A Level examinations.
Mind Resources for Young People
Please visit the following website to find really useful information and advice to help to understand different types of mental health problems, including how to cope with feelings you might be having: https://www.mind.org.uk/for-young-people/
Diary Dates
- Tuesday 5 March: Year 10 Netball Tournament
- Thursday 7 March: Year 9 Consultation Evening
- Friday 8 March: Year 13 Media Studies Seminar
- Friday 8 March: Year 7 and 8 Football Festival
- Wednesday 13 March: Year 11 Media Studies Seminar
- Monday 18 March: A Level Psychology Booster
- Wednesday 20 March: Year 12 Reading University Visit
- Wednesday 20 March: Year 10 Drama Theatre Visit
Careers in Design Technology
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INFORMATION EVENING – TUESDAY 19th MARCH 2024, 5:30PM-8:00PM
Visit The Henley College for our first open event of 2024, as we welcome prospective students and their parents/guardians to explore our impressive campuses after an enormous summer refurbishment, including new facilities and equipment such as:
- • 3D Printers
- • Virtual Reality Room
- • VR Metaverse Headsets
- • Data Network Cabinet for Computing Students
- • Corporate style boardroom
- • New study spaces
Hear from the Senior Leadership Team, meet enthusiastic teaching staff, and find out more about our high-achieving, diverse, and welcoming College located in the heart of the beautiful Henley-on-Thames. Learn about the varied qualifications we offer, including A-Levels, Applied A-Levels, BTECs, and the introduction of brand-new T-Levels in Health, Digital, Business, and Engineering.
We look forward to welcoming you. For more information and to secure your place, please click HERE.
Support for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Young people are largely shaped by their experiences.
At Together As One, we want to make this experience as positive as possible, especially for those with additional needs
The SEND Youth Focus Group creates a space where young people can meaningfully discuss their experience, socialise, eat and play games in a fun and inclusive environment. The group takes place monthly in Slough and is open to 11-25 year olds with SEND.
For more information please contact the SEND Engagement and Participation Officer Jovi on 07709525687 or jovi@togetherasone.org.uk
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