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Farewell, Class of 2026

Year 11 pupils leave the College site in signed shirts at the end of their final day at Swanmore.

At the end of last half term, Swanmore College said a fond farewell to our Year 11 pupils as they celebrated their final day at Swanmore College.

The day was filled with shirt signing, ice cream, laughter and plenty of opportunities for pupils to spend time with friends and reflect on their journey through Swanmore. There were smiles, memories shared and, for many, a few emotional moments as they marked the end of their time at the College.

Year 11 pupils queue for ice cream from an ice cream van on the College field during leavers' celebrations.

Close-up of two Year 11 pupils signing each other's shirts on leavers' day. One pupil holds an ice cream dessert.

It is hard to believe how quickly the last five years have passed. Since joining Swanmore, this year group has grown in confidence, overcome challenges, achieved so much and made a lasting contribution to College life. Whether through academic success, sport, the arts, enrichment activities or simply the positive impact they have had on those around them, they have left their mark on our community in countless ways.

Group of Year 11 pupils standing together on the field, showing the decorated backs of their signed school shirts.

As they continue with their examinations and prepare for the next stage of their life, there is much for them to look forward to. While their time at Swanmore may be coming to an end, this is also the beginning of an exciting new chapter filled with fresh opportunities, new experiences and future ambitions.

Year 11 pupils seated in the hall during a leavers' assembly, wearing shirts covered in messages and signatures.

Wide view of Year 11 pupils gathered on the College field for leavers' day celebrations and farewells.

We would like to thank every member of the Class of 2026 for the contribution they have made to our College community. We are incredibly proud of all that they have achieved and of the young people they have become.

We wish them every success in their exams and in whatever path they choose next. Good luck, Year 11 – and remember, you will always be part of the Swanmore family.

Year 11 pupil's shirt featuring a custom "Mamma Mia!" design surrounded by messages and signatures from friends.

Close-up of a Year 11 pupil's shirt decorated with a hand-drawn giraffe, flowers and farewell messages.

Close-up of a pupil signing a classmate's shirt during Year 11 leavers' celebrations.

Back of a Year 11 pupil's shirt featuring a large One Piece-inspired design with signatures and messages.

Year 11 pupil's shirt decorated with a cassette tape illustration, signatures and the years 2021–2026.

Pupil signs a classmate's shirt during Year 11 leavers' celebrations on the College field.

Group of Year 11 pupils walking away from the College after their final day, carrying bags and shirts covered in messages.

Year 11 pupil's shirt featuring a music-themed design, handwritten messages and signatures from friends.

Large group of Year 11 pupils gathered on the field in signed shirts enjoying their final day at Swanmore.

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