Skip to content ↓

Gordon's School

news and Announcements

Page 2

Archive

  • War paint and ribbons for Tug of War

    Published 19/09/25

    A show of strength and might (and in the case of Buckingham and Woolwich, deciding which way to face in the sudden death play-off for second place, skills in rock, paper, scissors!) as Inter-House tug of war was battled on the Front Field. House-coloured headwear and face paints adding to the vibrant scene. Kensington were looking to keep the crown they have held since 2022 and Khartoum to add to their streak of three wins. In the end, Victoria and Gravesend triumphed in the Main School competition and Kensington and Buckingham clinched the Sixth Form titles. Great fun had by all!

    Read More

  • Key choice in Germany

    Published 17/09/25

    One step closer to becoming a Steinway & Sons School as student musicians travelled to their factory in Germany to choose the pianos that will transform piano playing at Gordon’s. As well as using these unrivalled instruments to practise and rehearse, students will also be able to participate in Steinway-sponsored masterclasses and events. In addition there will be opportunities to collaborate with other prestigious Steinway institutions, enabling our music students to pursue their ambitions to the highest level. Fundraising continues for the purchase of the pianos and donations can be made here.

    Read More

  • 24 Hour Musical

    Published 15/09/25

    Just 24 hours in which to audition, learn their lines, rehearse, put together costumes, run through the technical side of a musical and perform to the paying public! That was the task facing these musical theatre students who were given the script for Madagascar on Saturday morning at 9am and put on an unforgettable show of music, dance and acting. As well as performing, students also took roles on the technical side of lighting, costumes and music. The Director of the show, Robbie Olden said afterwards: "Cool, calm and collected this lot. Never underestimate what can be achieved with a whole lot of determination, bravery and trust. A phenomenal achievement to get anywhere close to what these guys did tonight". The event, held in the Wynter Bee Theatre, raised over £500 towards the school becoming a Steinway School. 

    Read More

  • Southampton for Anniversary Tour

    Published 15/09/25

    Their 140th Anniversary Tour has seen the Gordon's Pipes and Drums performing at Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral and for His Majesty the King at Windsor Castle! On Saturday they were in Southampton to play by the General Gordon Monument in Queen's Park and visit the Gordon family tomb in the Old Cemetery, which includes a panel to General Gordon.

    Read More

  • It's Good to Talk

    Published 10/09/25

    A chance for the whole of Year 7 to develop greater self-confidence and resilience today and tomorrow in half day workshops delivered by Talk The Talk. The ‘Talk about Transition’ workshops look at the changes from primary to secondary school, which may be exciting as well as a cause for concern for students. The oracy-based activities allow the 11 year olds to talk about their concerns, how to overcome them and embrace the new opportunities available to them. As well as developing the new students’ oracy skills and communication confidence, the workshops aim to support positive interaction in all life situations and improved social outcomes.

    Read More

  • Back to School

    Published 02/09/25

    Looking forward to welcoming all our new Residential boarders this afternoon. In Woolwich House, the term time home for our youngest boarders, Barney is keeping guard over the camels that will soon adorn all 32 beds! For the senior sports teams, work has already begun on getting ready for the new term with pre-season training in full swing. Yesterday afternoon, they enjoyed a team building 'It's a Knockout' event, playing to all their strengths in the disciplines of hockey, rugby, netball and football. 

    Read More

  • Joy at GCSE results

    Published 21/08/25

    Smiles, hugs and pure joy as GCSE students collected their results this morning. Another great set of results as over 90 per cent achieved the 'gold standard' of five or more GCSE grades including English and Maths. Congratulations to all! For further information on the results, please click here.

    Read More

  • a level elation

    Published 14/08/25

    Euphoric scenes at Gordon's this morning as Year 13 students collected their A Level and BTEC results, celebrating with friends, teachers and parents. Their hard work has paid off with 87% graded A* to C. Five are now heading for Oxford or Cambridge, 22 bound for Exeter,  three to medical school and and the majority securing places to their first choice universities! Congratulations all! For full results, please click here.

    Read More

  • Best of Luck Year 13!

    Published 13/08/25

    The best of luck to all our wonderful Year 13 leavers with their A Level and BTEC results tomorrow. These can be picked up in person from The Rec or viewed via the student portal from 8am. 

    Read More

  • Gold in Wales

    Published 30/07/25

    Snowdonia’s stunning scenery helping to take their minds off their blisters as students undertake their Duke of Edinburgh's Gold expedition in Wales. The groups will spend four days and three nights with eight hours of planned activity each day. They must also carry their accommodation and food as well as cook it! Best of luck to all of them!

    Read More

  • Reaching for the Skies

    Published 21/07/25

    Would-be engineers and aviators enjoyed a spectacular day of flying displays and static aircraft at the The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford. The CCF RAF students visited during the ‘Futures Day’, which is aimed at showcasing careers in aviation and which included interactive stands for budding aviators and engineers. The students were also given a private tour of a Boeing Poseidon MRA1 (P-8A) multi-role maritime patrol aircraft!

    Read More

  • Going for gold

    Published 17/07/25

    Baking temperatures, rain and boot blow-outs! Sixth Form students on the The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Gold in the Black Mountains, Wales have experienced it all on their four day/three night practice expedition. Later this month they will head to Snowdonia for the final expedition. Good luck to them all!

    Read More

Cookie Policy