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05 March 2026

College Notices

Non-Uniform Day – Wednesday, 11 March 2026 

Young Carers Action Day 2026 poster with the message “Just one week to go!” and “Save the Date Wednesday 11 March 2026”, showing pupils working together in a classroom and the Carers Trust logo.

Young Carers Action Day - this year's theme is ‘Fair Futures for Young Carers', a call to ensure every young carer has the same chances to learn, grow and thrive as their peers.

Did you know an estimated 1 in 5 pupils in every classroom could be defined as a Young Carer?

Young Carers Action Day is an annual event that raises awareness of the challenges faced by young carers. In 2026, together we will highlight the support young carers need to reach their potential, from recognition in school and access to training and employment, to meaningful breaks, wellbeing support and opportunities that help them build brighter futures.

In light of this, we have decided to support this charity, Winchester Young Carers, to provide a non-uniform day at Swanmore College on Wednesday, 11 March for all pupils.

We kindly ask pupils and staff to bring a voluntary donation of £1 on the day or pay on Scopay.

Please note that pupils will still need to bring their PE kit if they have PE that day, and if they have a practical enrichment activity, they should wear clothing suitable for taking part in that session.

British Science Week at Swanmore

British Science Week begins tomorrow, and Swanmore pupils will be diving into a week all about curiosity and big questions. Assemblies will explore this year’s theme, Curiosity: What’s Your Question?, using questions submitted by pupils themselves. A few will be chosen at random to be answered live, and there may even be a surprise in store...!

For Key Stage 3 pupils, we will also be launching a British Science Week poster competition, and families can look out for information about local STEM events taking place at the University of Southampton for those who want to explore science further.

We can't wait to see where our pupils’ curiosity take us.

British Science Week poster with the theme “Curiosity: What’s Your Question?” featuring a large purple question mark surrounded by science-themed drawings such as a lightbulb, microscope, wind turbine and atom.

Summer Term Enrichment Activity Selection

Parents and carers are asked to help their child select their Enrichment Activity choices for the Summer Term. Swanmore College uses the online system School Buddy to manage enrichment selections. Pupils should choose five activities they would be happy to take part in. The College aims to allocate every pupil one of their five choices, as has been achieved in previous cycles.

Collage banner showing a range of enrichment activities including sport, music, gardening, woodwork, crafts, books and outdoor activities, with silhouettes of pupils celebrating in the centre.

You can view the full list of 53 available activities here:
Swanmore College | Enrichment Options

Selections should be made through School Buddy:
Schools Buddy Website

If you are new to the system, you will receive an email from noreply@schoolsbuddy.com to create your account. If you already have an account, simply log in and submit your child’s choices. Pupils already participating in Bronze Arts Award, Dance Live, Environmental Leaders, GCSE French, GCSE Spanish, or Spud Club do not need to make a selection as these run across the whole year.

📅 Deadline for selections: 09:00 Tuesday, 17 March 2026

If you need help accessing School Buddy or submitting choices, please contact:
enrichment-help@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Parking Around the College

Swanmore Parish Council has received several complaints regarding parking whilst dropping off and collecting pupils outside the college and surrounding area.

As you are aware, a no waiting at any time restriction (double yellow lines) has been implemented on New Road.  This is to enable pupils to leave safely. Hampshire County Council parking enforcement teams intend to visit Swanmore on a regular basis to carry out enforcement. 

Please do not park on the zigzag lines near to the College. These areas must be kept clear for the sake of our children. These are next to a very busy entrance/exit for the College and the lines are there to provide a clear area where children can cross safely. The zigzags are there to allow drivers to see pedestrians clearly.

We appeal to you not to park on residents' driveways or obstruct driveways and not to park across the drop-down pavements where children need to cross. If you are collecting pupils, please use the various car parks available to you in the village and be considerate to residents. Alternatively, you could plan to collect your child when the buses/cars have dispersed at 3:15 pm. 

Park and Stride locations are:

  • Large car park on Church Road opposite Barnaby's Coffee Shop (Walk time 14 minutes)
  • Village Hall (Opposite Swanmore College) 
  • Skatepark (Walk time 3 minutes) 
  • Broad Lane car park next to the cricket pavilion (Walk time 4 mins) 

Many thanks for your consideration and help.

Year 7

There are no specific items for Year 7 only.

Year 8

There are no specific items for Year 8 only.

Year 9

Year 9 Parents' Evening

Date: Thursday, 12 March 2026
Time: 16:30-19:30
Location: Online
If you haven't already booked your sessions, please visit our parents' evening page to do so:
Swanmore School – Parents' Evenings

Year 10

South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) Open events:

 

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SHCG are holding the following events during March:

These events require booking, so we recommend securing your free place as soon as possible.

Year 11

Year 11 Easter Revision Sessions – Booking Deadline Reminder
 

To support pupils as they prepare for their GCSEs, the College will be running Easter revision sessions from 9.00 am to 12.00 noon on the following dates:

  • Monday 30 March
  • Tuesday 31 March
  • Wednesday 1 April
  • Thursday 2 April

Each morning will include three one-hour sessions focused on key content and exam skills in specific subjects. These sessions are designed to provide focused revision and additional teacher support. Full details of the sessions are outlined on the attached contract (click here) and visible on the Scopay form 'Year 11 Easter Revision 2026'. 

The cost is £35 per day for all three sessions. Pupils must attend the full morning and will sign in at 9.00 am and sign out at 12.00 noon.

When booking, please select a subject for each time slot:
09.00–10.00, 10.00–11.00 and 11.00–12.00.

Bookings must be completed by Monday, 09 March 2026.

You can click here to download the consent form. Alternatively, visit www.scopay.com to complete the form online.

If your child is eligible for Pupil Premium funding, please indicate this on the form when submitting it.

Places are limited and, if oversubscribed, places will be allocated randomly.

Career Spotlight: Lockheed Martin Apprenticeship Programme

Blue Lockheed Martin logo with italicised text and the star-shaped arrow graphic extending from the final letter.Year 11 pupils can now explore the Lockheed Martin Apprenticeship Programme. This pathway is designed for school-leavers to gain high-level industry training while working alongside experts in the field.

What the Programme Offers:

  • Hands-on Training: Apprentices receive real responsibilities from day one, gaining experience across different teams and sites.
  • Professional Development: The programme includes a full induction and consistent support and guidance from Lockheed Martin employees throughout the journey.
  • Structured Learning: Training is delivered by carefully selected providers, ensuring pupils work toward a professional qualification to kickstart their future.
  • Long-term Career Path: Participants have the opportunity to learn about themselves and work collaboratively with others, with a permanent job offered upon successful completion of the programme.

This is an ideal opportunity for pupils who prefer a practical learning environment and are eager to begin a career in a global technology and aerospace leader. For further information about apprenticeships based at the Havant site: Early Careers | Lockheed Martin UK

Next Week’s Events

Monday, 09 March 2026

  • Y9 Boys Football District Cup Semi-Final vs Toynbee (H)
  • Y10 Boys Football vs. Henry Beaufort (A)
  • Y10 Girls GCSE PE Badminton vs. Perins (H)

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

  • U13 Netball Tournament at Thornden (A)
  • Y7 Boys Rugby vs. Brighton Hill (A)
  • Y10 Boys Football District Cup Semi-Final vs Mountbatton (H)

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

  • Y8/9 Girls Football vs. Westgate (H)
  • Y7 Girls Netball Tournament at Deer Park (A)

Thursday, 12 March 2026

  • GCSE Drama Component 2 Practical Exam
  • EARA Conference - Y8/9
  • Y9 Parents' Evening
  • Year 11 Boys Football District Cup Semi-Final vs Mountbatten (A)

Friday, 13 March 2026

  • Team Maths Challenge - Y8/9
  • Y7 Boys Football vs. Westgate (H)

Community Notices

National Careers Week 2026: Own Your Future

National Careers Week graphic showing the letters “NCW” in a green gradient with the words “National Careers Week” above on a dark background.

National Careers Week (NCW) is currently taking place until Saturday, 07 March 2026. This UK-wide celebration is designed to provide pupils with the guidance and resources they need to explore their future pathways with confidence.

The theme for this year is "Own Your Future," encouraging young people to take a proactive role in researching their career options. This week is the perfect time to explore the vast range of opportunities available.

How to Get Involved

Pupils are encouraged to use the NCW "Career Action Checklist" to stay on track:

  1. Discover: Identify your strengths and favourite subjects.
  2. Explore: Search for careers that link to your interests—look beyond the familiar!
  3. Understand: Research the different routes into your chosen field, such as T Levels, A Levels, or Apprenticeships.
  4. Action: Set one small goal, such as attending a college talk or updating your CV.

Throughout the week, pupils can also access a Virtual Careers Fair, featuring interactive booths from top employers and education providers. This is a fantastic way to learn about different industries from the comfort of home.

For more information and to access the Virtual Careers Fair, visit: nationalcareersweek.com.

Glasses/Spectacles Donation Appeal

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If you have any old glasses or spectacles that you no longer wear, we would be very grateful if you could donate them. We are collecting for a charity that will collect the glasses from us on Friday, 27 March 2026. They will then be sent to developing countries and distributed to people who might not otherwise have access to this invaluable item. Glasses can be dropped off at Visitor Reception, or you can give them to your child to hand in at Pupil Reception.

Thank you for your support.

Please note that any external clubs / events that are advertised here are not endorsed by or directly affiliated with Swanmore College in any way.

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