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We are a school that fosters positive relationships across the whole community and are committed to ensuring that our students have outstanding learning opportunities across a broad curriculum.  These experiences will help develop their curiosity so they can approach the future with confidence and optimism, knowing that they can help shape the communities in which they live and work.  Our values of Unity Respect Excellence underpin all w...

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An Exceptional Year for the DofE at Charters

2025 has been a truly outstanding year for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Charters School. With five weekends of adventure and six challenging expeditions, an incredible 218 students stepped up to the challenge—showi...

Royal Visit for Students

On Tuesday, a selection of students from Years 7, 8 and 9 were part of the style and swagger of Royal Ascot. After an arduous minibus journey through the all-too familiar backed-up traffic this week brings, our students got...

Year 7 Take Learning Outdoors on Residential Adventure!

This week, our Year 7 students swapped the classroom for the coast as they headed to Swanage for an unforgettable residential experience. Packed with challenge, teamwork, and discovery, the week brought our curriculum and characte...

AI Meets History at Charters – A Lesson to Remember!

Year 10 students welcomed ex-student Mike and his colleague Jamie from WillowLearn.com to their History lesson this week, when they used a new and exciting AI tool to support their learning. With the help of Mr Cook, the students...

Students Reflect on Refugee Experiences for World Refugee Day

This week, students across all year groups came together for assemblies marking World Refugee Day, a global event held each year on 20th June to honour the courage and resilience of millions of people forced to flee their homes. T...

Drama Students Enthralled By Lion Ling Production

Extra-curricular trips often allow students to experience something new, and this week our Drama department enjoyed a trip to the West End to see a vibrant performance of The Lion King. Amelie and Charlotte from 7H have written a...

Free and Equal Ambassadors Launch First Whole-School Initiative:...

Following the recent appointment of Charters School’s first cohort of Free and Equal Ambassadors, students have wasted no time in getting to work. Under the guidance of Mr Metson and Ms Grant-Miller, the passionate group of...

Students Challenged to Tackle Plastic Pollution

When we think of plastic waste, water bottles and disposable picnic ware might come to mind. But as students across the school discovered this week, plastic pollution runs much deeper — and much smaller. From wet wipes and t...

Montpellier Homestay Trip

Each year, students studying for their French GCSE examinations travel to France for a week of immersive education. Staying with host families, they are able to experience French culture first-hand and put their developing languag...

UCAS Application Day 2025

At Charters School, all Year 12 students take their first steps towards life after Sixth Form by engaging in the UCAS application process. While they’re also encouraged to explore apprenticeships and career opportunities, de...

Marvellous Mathematicians

Last month, Year 7 and 8 students took part in the United Kingdom Mathematics Trust Junior Mathematics Challenge. The aim of the UKMT is to promote a love of problem solving. It encourages mathematical r...

Meet the 2025–26 Senior Student Team

Charters School is proud to announce the appointment of our 2025–26 Senior Student Team – a group of 16 dedicated and inspiring Year 12 students who will lead the way as role models within our school community. Followi...

Sixth Form Hosts Post-18 Pathways Day for Year 12

This week, Charters Sixth Form welcomed alumni, parents, and local professionals for our annual Post-18 Pathways Day — a celebration of the many diverse journeys life can take after A Levels. Our Year 12 students were given...

Pride Month at Charters

June is Pride Month – a time to celebrate love, identity, and the vibrant diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. At Charters School, we’re proud to stand together in support, awareness, and education. This week, students...

Year 11 Celebrate Final Assembly with Laughter, Fun Awards and Me...

Following their final English Language exam this morning, our Year 11 students gathered in the Sixth Form Common Room to mark the end of an unforgettable chapter in their school journey. The atmosphere was filled with e...

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@chartersschool - 24th Jun 2025

INTEGRITY 🎯No shortcuts. No excuses. Whether it’s your uniform, your honesty, or your behaviour, #integrity means choosing what’s right over what’s easy & reflects who you are. #LiveWithIntegrity pic.twitter.com/kCEdt5abEQ

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@chartersschool - 23rd Jun 2025

Whether you cheered her on along the route or sponsored her, it truly meant the world to Miss De'Ath as he took on the CHASE THE SUN challenge. Setting off from Minster-on-Sea at 5:02 after a cracking sunrise she arrived in Weston-super-Mare at 19:44 with 1hr 46 minutes to spare! pic.twitter.com/fWjlz4ltbB

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@chartersschool - 23rd Jun 2025

After the retirement of our much-loved groundsman Eric, we're looking for someone to join out team. 🕒 Hours: 37/week, 52 weeks/year (or part-time 3–4 days/week) 🌴 Holiday: 28 days/year (FTE) 💷 Salary: Grade 2c, Point 3 – £25,829 (full-time) Apply today: https://t.co/BZBUZysTht pic.twitter.com/Q30thFByEy

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@chartersschool - 23rd Jun 2025

Matilde's been selected to represent @EnglandGolf at Toyota Junior Golf World Cup in Japan! 🇯🇵 Her mum says “She couldn’t have found a better school environment to grow academically and as a person. Thank you to everyone at Charters for your support!" Enjoy @OhioState next year! pic.twitter.com/V1uZORSdtw

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@chartersschool - 20th Jun 2025

🌄 218 students, 17,000km walked, and our largest cohort yet—what an incredible year for @DofE at Charters! From Students on #Bronze #Silver & #Gold showed true grit across 6 expeditions. Read more about their journey 👉 https://t.co/oQYXw23Y9o #DofE #ChartersProud #Motivation pic.twitter.com/iap2FNfhAB

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@chartersschool - 20th Jun 2025

Yr7 return from Swanage today after an unforgettable week of adventure, teamwork & growth! From kayaking to campfires, our Character Pillars shone through in every activity. Real learning, real fun! 🌟#Motivation #Integrity #Curiosity #Reasoning #Civility #Confidence #Resilience pic.twitter.com/oh059NfpqR

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@chartersschool - 20th Jun 2025

INTEGRITY 🧭 Your choices reflect who you are. Will you show up with integrity today? It's always the right time to do the right thing. #Term6Focus pic.twitter.com/F6sTyA8gL6

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@chartersschool - 20th Jun 2025

🚴‍♀️ This weekend Miss De’Ath takes on Chase the Sun – a 206 mile bike ride from Kent to Weston-super-Mare in one day, with 3000m of elevation! She's raising money for @RonaSailing – You can support her epic ride here: https://t.co/rckOUc4yz0 🌅 #ChaseTheSun #Integrity #Motivation pic.twitter.com/srcEeusuEG

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