A few weeks ago, our year 10 prefects went on their team building trip to Ackers Adventure. They were split up into four groups and completed kayaking, rock climbing and bush craft. All students conducted themselves fantastically and showed great resilience and team work across the three activities. It was great to see them encouraging each other to succeed and push themselves, especially on the climbing which for some students was very much out of their comfort zone. The prefect team really came together to support and guide each other throughout the day. It is going to be great to see them apply the skills they have developed, at Ackers, to their roles within school and beyond.

Students from the Dallaglio Rugbyworks programme enjoyed an exciting reward trip to Drayton Manor to celebrate their fantastic engagement and commitment throughout the year.

The trip recognised the hard work, positive attitudes and consistent participation shown by students in the programme. It was a well-deserved opportunity to relax, have fun and spend time together outside of school, with students making the most of the park's thrilling rides and attractions.

The day was a great way to celebrate the progress students have made this year, both personally and as part of the Rugbyworks programme. Their dedication and enthusiasm have been recognised, and everyone involved should be proud of what they have achieved.

Congratulations to all the students who earned their place on the trip, we look forward to seeing how you put all you have learnt in to action next year.

Today, we were delighted to celebrate the commitment of pupils who demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality during the final three weeks of term with a visit from an ice cream van.

To qualify, pupils attended school every day between 29 June and 17 Julyand arrived on time each morning. In total, 312 pupils met the criteria and received a free ice cream or slushie:

• Year 7: 95 pupils
• Year 8: 81 pupils
• Year 9: 78 pupils
• Year 10: 58 pupils

All other pupils also had the opportunity to purchase an ice cream or slushie should they have wished.

The event was a fantastic way to recognise pupils' dedication, resilience and commitment to attending school every day. It also provided an opportunity for pupils to enjoy time with their friends as we celebrated the end of another successful school year.

At Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School, we know that every day in school matters. Excellent attendance supports academic achievement, wellbeing, friendships and a strong sense of belonging. We are incredibly proud of every pupil who earned this reward and thank our families for their continued support in promoting excellent attendance throughout the year.

Over four afternoon sessions (12:30pm to 3:00pm), our incoming SEN pupils took part in a carefully planned transition programme designed to help them feel confident and excited about starting at their new school.

The sessions included activities centred around "All About Me", giving pupils the opportunity to share information about themselves and begin building relationships with staff and peers. Pupils also enjoyed a tour of the school, helping them become familiar with key areas and routines before September.

To support pupils in getting to know the school community, they took part in a range of staff quizzes and interactive activities to learn who staff members are and how different aspects of school life work. They also had the chance to experience a variety of lessons, including English, where they created their own evil villains; Dance, which incorporated martial arts-inspired movements; and Science, where pupils safely explored the use of Bunsen burners.

As part of the transition experience, pupils were able to trial lunchtime routines, helping them become familiar with the dining hall environment and expectations.

We are incredibly proud of all the pupils who attended. Their enthusiasm, participation and willingness to embrace new experiences were fantastic to see. To celebrate their achievements and commitment throughout the programme, every pupil received an ice lolly at the end of the final session.

We look forward to welcoming them back in September and wish them a happy and restful summer.

Meningococcal group B (MenB) bacteria can cause serious, life-threatening illnesses including meningitis and septicaemia which can both lead to sepsis. Being around lots of new people in shared living spaces like university halls increases the risk of the bacteria that cause meningococcal disease spreading. Getting 2 doses of the MenB vaccine before the autumn term is one of the most important things young people can do to protect themselves.

Starting from Monday 13^th July those aged 17 to 18 years old and born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008 will be eligible for the MenB vaccine.

The MenB vaccine is given in 2 doses, which need to be at least 4 weeks apart. Book your 2nd dose after you've had your 1st dose.

Book an appointment via this link: Book a MenB vaccination appointment - NHS.

Walk-in pharmacy appointments will also be available for those born on or after 21 July 2001 who are: (i) either starting university this autumn or (ii) starting at some further education colleges as a residential student this autumn.

For more information, visit the UK Health Security blog: Who is eligible for the new one-off MenB vaccine programme?  – UK Health Security Agency

Our Attendance Reward Breakfast, held on Friday 19 June, celebrated the commitment of 159 pupils across Years 7–10 who have achieved 98% attendance or above since September. It was a pleasure to recognise these pupils for their resilience, commitment and excellent attendance throughout the academic year. Their dedication demonstrates the positive impact that attending school every day has on both academic success and the wider opportunities school provides. 

At Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School we strive for excellence and want the best for every child, regardless of who they are. If you are looking for an exceptional secondary school for your child, book to attend one of our Open Events to see what we have to offer.

Open Evening will take place on Thursday 17^th September 2026 4:00pm – 7:30pm | BOOK HERE

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