Congratulations to Ender in Year 11 who was one of the 20 young people appointed as a member of the Enfield Youth Council earlier this month; we wish him all the best in his new role!
Back in March, Year 7 students participated in the Write2Speak initiative and the impact was truly inspiring. The sessions provided a platform for students to explore their voices, express themselves with confidence, and engage in meaningful discussions—all guided by outstanding facilitators.
The expertise and enthusiasm of the facilitators were central to the programme’s success. Their ability to connect with students, encourage participation, and nurture creativity ensured that even the most reserved students felt empowered to share their thoughts.
The emotional impact of the initiative was clear. Students not only developed their writing and speaking skills but also grew in confidence. Many took pride in their work, stepping outside their comfort zones to express themselves in ways they hadn’t before. The energy in the room was electric as ideas took shape and came to life.
Write2Speak has left a lasting impression, equipping students with valuable skills that extend beyond the classroom. It was an enriching, transformative experience—one that will continue to resonate with them in the future.
You have to be in it, to win it!
The lucky FEGS 100Club number this month is 38
Winnings will be on their way to the lucky parent, staff, governor or friend very soon!
Congratulations.
The Art Department took their Year 11 GCSE students to visit the Tate Modern, London and walk along the Southbank.
The trip gave students the opportunity to experience the Turbine Hall and view artwork in this vast industrial setting. World famous art by artists such as Picasso, Leger, Braque, Matisse was exhibited alongside new contemporary artworks Outi Pieski, Arahmaiani and Farah Al Qasimi.
From Waterloo station, we ambled along the Southbank, taking photographs of the
architecture and landmarks. The skyline showcasing the London Eye, Big Ben, Houses of
Parliament, Tower Bridge, the Shard and Cutty Sark at Greenwich. On the walk back to
Liverpool Street station, we visited the bombed out ruins of the Church of St. Dunstan in
the East. We stopped for a moment to appreciate the glory of nature entwined around the
gothic archways, walls and windows of the historic church.
The day was full of wonder. Imagination and thought provoking questions were raised. The
Tate Modern and the buzz of the Southbank providing plentiful inspiration for the students
Art GCSE Externally Set Assignment.
We look forward to seeing the students using the inspiration of the trip to develop their
ideas and create new, exciting and innovative artwork.
A huge congratulations to Malakai who has made it into Saracens Under 16s team – what a great sporting achievement – we are always so proud to hear how well our students are doing outside of school.
Malakai is a true sportsman having already been featured in our #StudentSpotlight feature for his swimming achievements with Enfield Swim Squad.
We wish him continued success and enjoyment in the sport of rugby!
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The journey to the Enfield Regional Finals of the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge with The Speakers Trust started with an intense, full-day workshop at Enfield Grammar School.
30 students participated, working hard to refine their public speaking skills. The workshop was packed with engaging sessions, expert coaching, and helpful feedback that prepared everyone to perform their best.
The students then moved on to the Assembly Finals, where six outstanding speakers were selected to represent the school. The finalists included:
Alex Aning-Bonsu, Aiden Goldring, Nikodem Kotwica, Daniel Obisesan, Burhan Mehdi and Michael Svoboda
These six students each delivered powerful and thought-provoking speeches, impressing both their peers and teachers with their confidence and eloquence.
Michael Svoboda had the honour of being the first speaker at the Enfield Regional Finals, held at St. Ignatius College in February 2025. Opening a regional event like this is always a challenge, but Michael handled it with poise and confidence. His speech, “Our Dreams are Waiting,” was delivered with passion and clarity, leaving a lasting impression on everyone in the room.
Michael’s parents, sibling, and teachers were present to cheer him on, and they couldn’t have been prouder of his performance. His hard work and dedication were evident, and they watched with immense pride as he stepped onto the regional stage. While Michael didn’t make it to the top spot, his participation in this prestigious event was a huge accomplishment. He represented Enfield Grammar School with pride and his performance was definitely a standout moment of the evening, a clear demonstration of his hard work and passion, marking the beginning of his journey as a public speaker.
#publicspeaking #boostingconfidence #mentoring #learningaskill #studentachievement #enrichment #jpspeakout #speakoutchallenge
*** UPDATE 14 May: Year 9 cricket match tomorrow vs Highgate has been cancelled. The Year 10 match has a new start time of 2.00pm
Fixtures for the upcoming week….
Good luck to all who are taking part!
This sounds like an amazing opportunity and a fantastic worthwhile hobby or potential career option…..
Unmissable Opportunity for Students with the London Fire Brigade!
https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/community/young-people/fire-cadets/
Give students the chance to develop real-world skills, boost their confidence, and be part of something extraordinary! The London Fire Brigade Fire Cadets program is now recruiting — a unique opportunity for students aged 13 to 17 to gain practical firefighting experience, leadership skills, and a qualification.
What will students gain?
- Teamwork & Leadership – Work together to tackle real challenges
- Communication & Problem-Solving – Think on your feet in high-pressure situations
- Confidence & Resilience – Step out of their comfort zone and grow
- Hands-On Learning & Community Service – Make a real impact while learning essential skills
- Level 1 Award in Fire & Rescue Services – A great addition to college and job applications
The Social Enterprise Academy programme continues with more innovations from some of our students. Having progressed through various stages of forming their ‘company’, some have now started to promote and sell their new products. Testing the market during lunchtime in our dinner hall….
Here we have:
Protectify with their phone cases at £5 each
Lujo with their t-shirts £12.50, wristbands £1.50 and bookmarks 50p
We also have Fidget Fusion who are selling their fidget spinners at £2
After a wonderfully informative and interesting assembly led by Mr Turner (the presentation was then left playing throughout the lunchtime), and a 2 minute silence, our catering team, led by Mrs Jarvis, put on a wonderful ‘wartime spread’ with their usual enthusiasm to celebrate any important occasion. Kamsi, who is volunteering in the kitchen for his DofE award also got into the spirit and joined the team in their 1940s head scarves – what a great sport!
