A frog on a lily pad won cake decorators in China House (pictured above) in Years 7-9, first prize in this year's Inter-House Baking competition. Houses had just one hour in which to transform a humble Victoria sandwich cake. Judge Paul Hopkins, the school's Catering Manager said they were the best he had ever seen in his years of judging! In second place were Kensington House with their intricate flower design, complete with hand-crafted roses and third place Windsor and their NHS themed cake, complete with rainbow. Congratulations all on some truly imaginative and creative designs.

The chance to play for her country has moved a step closer as netballer Pippa Dixon learned she had been selected for England Netball’s Roses Academy. Sixth Former Pippa, who plays goal attack and goal shooter and is First Team Captain, has been a member of Saracens Mavericks for the past few years and joined the Roses’ Long Squad in December. Since attending a camp with the Academy, she learned she had been selected for the Roses Academy Squad. Taught at Gordon’s by Surrey Storm’s Nicole Humphrys and Leah Middleton, who play in the Vitality Netball Superleague, Pippa had plenty of preparation for her trials including skill sessions, strength and conditioning, technique and tactical work. Miss Humphrys said of her: “Pippa’s work ethic is second to none. I’ve seen first-hand how hard she works in her S&C and skill sessions. I’m just elated for Pippa as she thoroughly deserves this opportunity.”

Dynamic, well-researched, funny, highly-engaging and all about....jelly beans! Adam Cohen (pictured centre with other finalists) was the speaker behind the winning entry in the Year 7 Speak Out competition. All Year 7s took part, delivering speeches to their tutor groups, with the best two from each group going through to the finals to be judged by the Head Teacher Mr Moss and Miss Fearn from the English Department. All eight finalists impressed the judges with their oracy skills, performing convincing, confident and eloquent speeches.

Our latest Semper Fidelis! Packed with news and features, this bumper issue is an up to date record of events from September 2020 and shows that even during a pandemic, life at Gordon's has been as busy and eventful as ever! Click here to view. 

In a tribute to HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, the Last Post will be sounded at Gordon’s School on Saturday, 17th April as the Union flag is lowered. This will be followed by Pipe Major Owen Carter playing a lament outside the school Chapel. Please join us on Facebook from 5.55pm for the livestream.