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11 June 2026

Swan Bites is our weekly College bulletin for parents and carers – it is published every Thursday.
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College Notices

Pride Month non-uniform day – Wednesday, 17 June 2026

To celebrate Pride Month and support the LGBTQ+ community, Swanpride have organised a non-uniform day on Wednesday, 17 June.

For a £1 donation, pupils are invited to wear their own clothes, and are encouraged to don something colourful, rainbow-themed or Pride-inspired. All money raised will be donated to Breakout Youth, a local charity that provides a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ young people across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

  • Donations can be brought to the Finance office, made via Scopay from Monday, 15 June, or through tutors on Wednesday, 17 June.
  • LGBTQ+ badges (£1 each) can also be purchased from Finance or via Scopay from Monday, 15 June.
  • Rainbow ribbons will be available from the Pupil Centre.

Thank you for supporting this important cause and helping us celebrate Pride Month at Swanmore College. 

Swanmore College Summer Concert

Get ready for an evening of fantastic live music at our Summer Concert on Monday, 22 June at 6:30pm in the Main Hall.

Featuring performances from our choirs, concert band, chamber orchestra and rock bands, alongside a range of outstanding soloists, this promises to be a celebration of the incredible musical talent across Swanmore College.

General tickets will be on sale from Monday, 15 June.

Spotlight on... Senior Leadership Visibility

At Swanmore College, the safety and wellbeing of our pupils is our highest priority.

Our latest Spotlight article explains how Senior Leadership Visibility helps pupils access support quickly during breaktimes and lunchtimes, including how to identify staff on duty and who to speak to if they have a concern.

The article also explains the role of the yellow and red high-visibility jackets that pupils will see around the college site and how they help ensure support is always close by.

Read the full article here: Swanmore School - Spotlight on... Senior Leadership Visibility

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KS3 Curriculum Overviews

Curious about what your child is learning this half-term?

Our Summer 2 KS3 Curriculum Overview pages are now available for Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9. Each page provides a snapshot of the topics being covered across every subject, along with practical ideas for supporting learning at home.

Take a look to see what your child will be exploring this half-term:

馃敼 Year 7 Curriculum Overview
馃敼 Year 8 Curriculum Overview
馃敼 Year 9 Curriculum Overview

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Early Bird Deadline - next week!

Promotional SwanFest 2026 banner with a vibrant summer festival theme. The design features a bright yellow central panel surrounded by a decorative border of purple, pink, teal and coral leaves, flowers and foliage. On the left-hand side are three overlapping circular photographs. The largest image shows performers on stage viewed from behind, looking out across the festival crowd and field. The upper circular image shows two children riding brightly coloured fairground-style motorcycles. The lower circular image shows three children looking down at something together, one with bright blue hair and all wearing festival-style clothing. The main text reads: SWANFEST | 04 July 2026 Below this is a list of performers and attractions: SUPERSONICS 路 RATS IN THE KITCHEN 路 THE BLONDIE EXPERIENCE 路 DJ SKYER 路 MAX SARRE 路 ELLA ELIZA 路 DANAMA 路 STONE COLD CHILI PEPPERS Further text underneath reads: Plus More A blue brushstroke banner across the lower section contains the text: EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: 19 JUNE The overall design promotes SwanFest 2026 as a family-friendly music and entertainment festival taking place on 4 July 2026, highlighting performers already announced and reminding viewers of the Early Bird ticket deadline.

It's less than one month until SwanFest 2026 kicks off, and excitement is building for what promises to be a fantastic day of live music, entertainment, food and family fun.

Early Bird tickets are only available until Friday, 19 June 2026, so there's still time to secure the best price before the deadline.

Click here to secure your Early Bird ticket: SwanFest | Tickets

Join us on Saturday, 04 July 2026 for a full day of live music, food, entertainment and family fun at Swanmore College.

馃搷 Swanmore College Field, SO32 2RB
馃暁 11 am–9 pm

Keep up with the latest line-up announcements, behind-the-scenes previews and festival updates by following SwanFest on Facebook and Instagram 

Year 7

There are no specific College items for Year 7 only.

Year 8

There are no specific College items for Year 8 only.

Year 9

There are no specific College items for Year 9 only.

Year 10

BAE Systems: Headway Programme for Young Women

Young women entering Year 11 in September 2026 can now apply for the Headway Programme with BAE Systems. This initiative supports young women looking to explore apprenticeships and careers in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths).

Programme Benefits:

  • Mentorship: Be matched with a BAE Systems mentor and shadow female staff.
  • Hands-on Insight: Visit Portsmouth Naval Base and meet current apprentices.
  • Career Support: Get application guidance for engineering and business apprenticeships starting in September 2027.

Programme Dates & Commitment: The programme runs across six sessions from September to November 2026. Because places are limited, pupils must commit to attending all of the following sessions:

  • Thursday, 17 September: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Virtual)
  • Thursday, 24 September: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Portsmouth Naval Base)
  • Thursday, 08 October: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Portsmouth Naval Base)
  • Thursday, 22 October: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Portsmouth Naval Base)
  • Thursday, 29 October (Half Term): 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (Portsmouth Naval Base)
  • Tuesday, 03 November: 5:45 pm – 7:00 pm (BAE Apprentice Open Evening)

Security Requirement: Access to Portsmouth Naval Base is subject to Ministry of Defence (MOD) security checks. Attending pupils will need to provide a valid photo ID (such as a passport).

How to Apply: The online registration deadline is 9:00 am on Monday, 06 July 2026.

Interested pupils can register via the online form here: 2026 Headway Programme: for Year 11 and 13s

Peter Symonds Open events

Open evenings will take place on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, 01 July 2026 – 5:30-8:30 pm
  • Thursday, 02 July 2026 – 5:30-8:30 pm

Booking for these events will be essential. A maximum of four places will be issued per booking.

Please Note:

Please note that there will be no parking on the college campus and all visitors should plan to use one of the following options to ensure that we do not cause congestion in the immediate area around the college.

For more information: Open Evening: Peter Symonds College

To book your place: Register & Book: Peter Symonds College

Year 11

There are no specific College items for Year 11 only.

Next Week’s Events

Monday, 15 June 2026

  • U15 Cricket vs. Wyvern (H)
  • Y7/Y8 Boys Tennis vs. Boundary Oak (H)

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

  • Y7/Y8 Girls Tennis vs. King Edward VI School (A)
  • U13 Cricket vs. Wildern (H)

Wednesday, 17 June 2026

  • Non-Uniform Day for Pride Week
  • Y10 Dance Workshop - St. John's
  • Sports Leaders Event at Curdridge Primary School

Thursday, 18 June 2026

  • Celebration Evening

Friday, 19 June 2026

  • Sports Leaders Event at Meonstoke Primary School

Community Notices

National Oceanography Centre Open Day

Families, pupils and anyone curious about the wonders of the ocean are invited to visit the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) in Southampton for its free Open Day on Sunday, 14 June 2026.

Visitors will have the chance to explore interactive exhibits, take part in hands-on activities, watch live presentations and meet the scientists and engineers working at the forefront of ocean research. The event is also celebrates 30 years of marine science in Southampton.

The Open Day is suitable for all ages and offers a fascinating insight into marine life, climate science, technology and the hidden world beneath our oceans. Free tickets are required and must be booked in advance.

When: Sunday, 14 June 2026
Where: National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
Tickets: Free admission (advance booking required)

Find out more and book your tickets: National Oceanography Centre Open Day

St Swithun’s Girls’ Open – Hockley Golf Club 

After the success of last year's inaugural St Swithun's Girls' Open, St Swithun's are delighted to invite school-aged girls (aged 11-18) with a golf handicap of 36 or below to take part in their 2026 event: 

What: An 18-hole Stableford competition
Where: Hockley Golf Club on the outskirts of Winchester
When: Saturday, 19 September 2026

Join for an exciting afternoon of competitive but friendly golf, with tee times from 1pm onwards.  

It’s a fantastic opportunity for schools to be represented, meet fellow girl golfers, and enjoy the beautiful course in a fun and sociable setting. 

The entry fee for the event is £37 per player which includes prizes, range tokens, goodie bag and burger & chips after play.  

Register now:  https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/VvWcmAZtV2 

For any questions about the day, please contact Becky Scott – scottb@stswithuns.com 

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