Blog Archives
New Year 7 parent (2014)
Everyone seems to be so friendly, it’s like one big family…looking out for one another. Nothing seems too much trouble and it’s been a very easy transition so I feel completely at ease.
New Year 9 Parent (2014)
I just wanted to thank everyone at Brymore for the opportunity that has been given to my son. It is the first time I have seen him happy at school and I cannot tell you how that makes me feel!
Blackmore Farm (2014)
Our grateful thanks go to the staff and boys who helped with our Blackmore by Candlelight event. The boys were a credit to the school – well presented, articulate and extremely hard-working. We have received many positive comments from stallholders and members of the public and the boys should be proud of their achievements as ambassadors for the school.
Old boys meet new Year 7
The surviving first three years of Brymore boys returned to the school this week, along with the first ever Deputy Head, to meet the inaugural group of Year 7 boys. Alan Hemming who is now 94 was Deputy Head from the opening in 1952 and stayed in post for 30 years. The Old Brymorians welcomed Mr Hemming as their guest of honour as they planted a tree on the edge … Continue Reading
Brymore bakes for Pudsey
Students, parents and staff at Brymore have been raising funds for Children in Need by holding a cake sale. Including a donation of a special Pudsey cake from a parent. Year 7 boys, Sam Smith and Nathan Brooks, organised the donations of cakes, took charge of the selling and decorated the area. Bringing in over £60 for this worthy cause they did a sterling job in managing the event and … Continue Reading
Armistice Day
Remembrance Day was honoured by all the boys and staff as they lined the main drive. At 11am as the school clock ceased its chimes the Last Post sounded out over the school. Following two minutes silence the music again was played and then Mark Thomas, Head Teacher read a verse from ‘The Fallen’ by Laurence Binyon before the procession lead by Head Boy Silas Lawson, carrying a wreath and … Continue Reading
Brymore helping local primary
Brymore Academy and Sedgemoor Tree Services have been working closely with Somerset Bridge Primary School to spark an interest in horticulture and to enhance the outdoor space. Somerset Bridge were looking for ways in which to make the most of their outdoor area and with the help of local secondary state boarding school Brymore, have been able to add foliage to their garden area and playground. The Brymore horticulture department … Continue Reading
Positive research results
The State Boarding Schools Association undertook a large scale research project with the UK State Boarding School parents recently. The results confirmed what we, at Brymore, already know and that is that most parents believe we can offer high academic quality, the chance for children to fulfil their potential and good value according to a new independent survey. The surveys were carried out at 29 of the 35 state boarding … Continue Reading
Students raise money for Macmillan
Staff and Students took part in the Macmillan Coffee Morning to raise money for this national cancer charity. With staff baking and bringing in cakes to be sold at break time there was a buzz around the school that the boys knew they were taking part in something important. With over £100 raised for the charity Brymore has hopefully helped Macmillan with it’s big fundraising efforts.
Year 10 Parent – 2014
I have never seen my son so motivated. Not one day has he been unhappy, he gets out of bed promptly every morning and always stays for tea and Prep and well into the evening nearly every night of the week as he is so keen on the evening activities and clubs. My son simply loves it there.
