Posted on: 20/03/2026Comic Relief - Red Nose Day“Let’s do something funny for money!” was the call from Mrs Lee, and we certainly achieved that, in true Amery Hill style! Staff, as usual, went above and beyond, putting themselves out there to entertain and generally ensure a lot of fun was had by all in aid of Comic Relief. There was the House Championship Disco Dance Off, a whole host of games and stalls arranged by our Student Voice Events Team, and of course, a number of staff members were slimed which is always thoroughly enjoyed by everyone, well, almost everyone! Students embraced the fun and their fundraising efforts were a phenomenal success this year. Yet to donate? It’s not too late. Please visit link here: Amery Hill School Comic Relief 2026 View Article
Posted on: 17/03/2025Students win STEM ChallengeMr Hainsworth and Mr Lancaster took 12 DT students to a STEM challenge day held at Basingstoke College of Technology. The day consisted of students being presented with a task to design and make a structure capable of firing a plastic ball a minimum of 3 metres and land back close to the firing point. Students also had to produce a design portfolio. Facing strong competition from other local schools and colleges, we were delighted not only to win a trophy for best portfolio but also best overall winner, a great achievement! Mr Hainsworth, Head of DT View Article
Posted on: 13/03/2026British Science WeekIt’s British Science Week, and our Year 7 and 8 students have been busy diving into the sub-atomic this week! Our budding scientists swapped the naked eye for the lens, exploring the hidden wonders of the microscopic world. From mastering the perfect focus to spotting living cells in action, they are starting to see the world in a whole new way. The level of curiosity and precision in the lab throughout the week has been absolutely superb. It’s brilliant to see such scientific flair in action across both year groups! View Article
Posted on: 17/06/2025Holocaust Testimony 360 ProgrammeToday, our Religious Studies department had the privilege of welcoming a team from the Holocaust Educational Trust to deliver their powerful Testimony 360 programme. Sixty of our Year 9 students engaged in an unforgettable learning experience that brought them face-to-face virtually with one of the darkest periods in human history, through the lens of faith, morality, and the enduring power of testimony. Using cutting-edge virtual reality technology, students explored key Holocaust sites, including Auschwitz concentration camp and the moving Holocaust memorial along the River Danube in Hungary. The immersive nature of the tour encouraged students to reflect deeply on the moral questions raised by the Holocaust on human dignity, justice, the consequences of prejudice, and the importance of remembrance. Perhaps the most impactful part of the experience was the opportunity to interact virtually with Holocaust survivor Susan Pollack. Susan, who endured unimaginable suffering during World War II, has recorded thousands of answers in a green screen studio, allowing students to ask her questions directly and hear her responses in real time. Through this technology, our students were able to ask about her experiences of childhood, persecution, life in the camps, and the horrific death marches. They also explored her personal reflections, asking questions such as which football team she supports and what she appreciates most about life in the UK. For Religious Studies, this experience offered rich opportunities for spiritual and ethical reflection. It challenged students to consider the importance of memory and testimony in combating hatred and promoting compassion. Hearing Susan’s story helped them understand not only the horrors of the past but also the strength of the human spirit and the need to uphold values of love, tolerance, and justice in our world today. We are incredibly grateful to the Holocaust Educational Trust for their work and dedication. Their mission to keep the memory of the Holocaust alive is a vital one, and this experience will stay with our students for a long time both intellectually and spiritually. View Article
Posted on: 16/10/2025Restart a Heart Day: Empowering Our Year 9 Students with Life-Saving SkillsAt Amery Hill School, we believe that education extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing vital skills that prepare our students for real-world challenges. Recently, our Year 9 students took a significant step in that journey by participating in a hands-on CPR workshop as part of the national Restart a Heart Day initiative. Education for Life The atmosphere in the hall was one of focused energy as students learned the essential techniques required to respond to a cardiac arrest. In an emergency, every second counts, and having the confidence to act can truly be the difference between life and death. From understanding how to assess a situation to mastering the rhythm of chest compressions, our students embraced the opportunity to learn these vital life-saving skills. What was most impressive, however, was the fantastic enthusiasm and dedication displayed by the year group throughout the day. They approached the practical sessions with a level of seriousness and care that reflects the community-minded values we strive for at Amery Hill. We would like to extend a huge thank you to the incredible volunteers from the South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS). We are immensely grateful to them for giving up their time to train and inspire our students. Their expertise and encouragement ensured that every student left the workshop feeling more capable and informed. The volunteers shared some brilliant feedback about our students saying, Year 9 students showed fantastic maturity, enthusiasm, and great CPR skills throughout the day. It was a pleasure to work with such engaged students. View Article
Posted on: 9/03/2025Amery Hill Tops Happiest Schools Survey ‘The happiest secondary schools, ranked by Ofsted. Where’s yours?’ was the title of an article published on Sunday (9/3/25) by The Sunday Times*. We are delighted to see that Amery Hill School has been ranked joint top in Hampshire with three other secondary schools, with a happiness score of 95% compared to the national average score of 83%. “Achieving success in public examinations is always going to be important and something that the majority of parents will consider when choosing a secondary school for their child,” Mr Rob Jeckells, Headteacher at Amery Hill School commented, “but this survey also tells us that parents across the country are clear that academic success should not come at the expense of their child’s happiness and wellbeing.” He went on to add, "At Amery Hill School, we value the importance of both student wellbeing and academic excellence, and are proud of our reputation as a school that delivers these things within an ambitious educational setting that is exciting, enjoyable and accessible to all." *The Sunday Times analysed five years of Parent View data — surveys that parents fill out on Ofsted’s website about their children’s schools, with more than 500,000 doing so every year — to find some of the happiest in the country. The Sunday Times looked at Parent View analysis between 2020 and 2025 and chose the year in which the largest number of surveys had been completed, which tended to be the year of their Ofsted inspection. Schools with at least 500 places and with surveys completed by at least 100 parents in a single year were included in the survey. View Article
