St Peter's Catholic School News Feed - Sixth Form News

Jimmy’s Iced Coffee Visit

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:40:45 GMT

Year 13 CTEC students recently welcomed Dan Coulter, Marketing Manager at Jimmy’s Iced Coffee, who delivered an engaging talk on the brand’s identity and innovative marketing strategies.

Market Research in Action

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:31:54 GMT

Year 13 CTEC Business students recently took part in a research trip to Bournemouth Town Centre as part of their Unit 5 Marketing coursework.

Inspiring the Next Generation

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:44:23 GMT

Last week, Mrs Sumbler, Mr Vrettos, and Mrs Hutson, alongside our fantastic Year 13 Science Prefects, delivered two exciting assemblies at our Primary phase. We were also delighted to repeat the experience at St Katherine’s Primary School as part of their Science Week celebrations.

Top for A Level Progress in BCP

Wed, 4 Mar 2026 15:10:51 GMT

With the publication of the latest A Level league tables, we are proud to share that St Peter’s has ranked top for student progress across BCP among non-fee-paying settings.

Stunning Artwork on Display

Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:24:08 GMT

Year 13 student, Julia, has produced a stunning and deeply moving piece of artwork for permanent display in Headteacher Mr Doyle’s office.

CTEC Business host events

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:19:20 GMT

CTEC Business students recently organised a Christmas Card and Gingerbread Decorating Fair at school. They also hosted a highly popular ‘Sponge Mr Smith’ event during lunchtime!

New Maths Books Available!

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:39:45 GMT

The library has received a new selection of highly recommended Mathematics books, perfect for wider reading and ideal for boosting your A Level grades.

Exploring French Film at the BFI

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:50:09 GMT

On Wednesday 12 November 2025, the MFL department offered an enrichment trip for our Year 13 French A Level students.

Lester Aldridge backs Bar Mock

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:23:41 GMT

Sleep Easy

Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:35:16 GMT

We’re proud to share that we have raised just under £6,000 for Sleep Easy!

Lunchtime Quiz Fun!

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 12:54:56 GMT

Before half-term, our fantastic Sixth Form CTEC Business students organised a lunchtime quiz for Years 7 and 8 as part of their CTEC Level 3 Business coursework on event management.

CTEC Host 5-a-Side Football

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 12:22:59 GMT

Our talented Year 13 CTEC Business students recently organised an exciting 5-a-side football tournament as part of their Unit 20 – Business Event coursework.

Cornwall Art Trip

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 10:47:57 GMT

Just before half term, our A Level Art and Photography students embarked on a fantastic Art trip to Cornwall. The itinerary was packed from start to finish, offering a wealth of experiences and inspiration.

World Success in FlingGolf!

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:28:00 GMT

We are delighted to announce that Year 13 student Annabelle Ray has achieved outstanding international success in FlingGolf, finishing 2nd in the Women’s Singles Division at the World League FlingGolf MidWest Open held in Joplin, Missouri, USA last month.

From Student to Midwife

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:11:02 GMT

Today, our Year 12 Health & Social Care students had a special visit from former St Peter’s student Lauren Twidale. Lauren, who left in 2021 after completing Health & Social Care and Sociology, is now a qualified Midwife at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Boost Your Grades!

Wed, 8 Oct 2025 11:28:00 GMT

The latest Hodder Education Review Magazines have just arrived in the library — and they’re available to borrow and take home!

Best results in over a decade!

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:23:57 GMT

There were scenes of joy and pride this morning as students, families, and staff at St Peter’s School celebrated an exceptional set of A Level results — the best in over ten years.

Flying High with FlingGolf

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:31:25 GMT

We’re incredibly proud of Year 12 student, Annabelle, who did brilliantly at the FlingGolf Britain’s Cup tournament!

FlingGolf Competition

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:45:25 GMT

We are proud to announce that Year 12 student, Annabelle Ray, has been selected to represent the UK in this year’s International FlingGolf Competition at the Britain’s Cup. The event will take place from 11-15 June.

Victory for England

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:20:36 GMT

Huge Congratulations to Sixth Form student and U17 Vice Captain England Rose, Sascha Dale, who recently won the Europe Netball Cup after a final victory over Scotland.

Representing England

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:25:12 GMT

Sixth Form student, Sascha Dale, has been selected to represent England at the Europe Netball U17 Event in March. 

Cooking for power or endurance

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:04:43 GMT

Our A Level PE students have been cooking meals with athletes in mind, to increase their power or endurance. Well done to Ellie, who was the winner with her no-sugar protein brownies!

Wimbledon trip

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:07:07 GMT

Year 12 and 13 Business and Sports students had a fantastic time behind the scenes at Wimbledon.

A Level certificate evening

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 11:52:13 GMT

Last night, we invited the class of 2024 back to school to collect their A Level certificates and to celebrate all of their successes in the summer.

Sixth Form reading mentors

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:25:33 GMT

A huge thank you to all our wonderful Sixth Form reading mentors who volunteer each week to listen to many of our younger students reading. The scheme, which could not take place without them, is now in its third year and has grown steadily to involve over eighty students.

Sleep Easy

Thu, 5 Dec 2024 14:30:37 GMT

On Friday 15 November, nearly 80 Sixth Form students braved the cold weather to sleep rough as part of our annual sleep easy event, which helps to raise money for homeless people in the local area.

Hodder Reviews

Thu, 7 Nov 2024 14:59:45 GMT

The latest Hodder Reviews have been delivered to the library and are available for students to borrow.

Sixth Form Open Afternoon

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:35:38 GMT

4-5.30PM WEDNESDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2024

Winning entrants

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:21:54 GMT

Congratulations to two of our Sixth Form Photography students, whose images will be used on paper samples sent out to clients.

Royal Academy of Art workshop

Tue, 8 Oct 2024 13:08:07 GMT

Thank you to Subject Leader for Art & Photography, Chris Francis, a group of our Year 13 Art students - Giles Holloway, Sophie Hazell, Filip Czwojdrak and Samantha Aguilar, who, together with ex-student artist Nancy Lawford, artist Will Nicholls, and Art & Photography Teacher Alex Clarke, did a wonderful job running a conceptual art workshop at the weekend, as part of an event organised by the Royal Academy of Art.

A Level Results 2024

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 11:59:48 GMT

Congratulations to our Sixth Form students collecting their grades today. We wish all of our outgoing Year 13 students the very best as they progress on to the next stage of their lives and encourage them to stay in touch over the coming years, as we are sure they will continue to achieve great things!

Water Park Trip

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:16:42 GMT

Great afternoon out at the New Forest Water Park last week with our A Level PE and BTEC Sport students!

Boscombe Emerging Arts

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:23:30 GMT

Last week most of the Year 12 Art students had their work in the BEAF (Boscombe Emerging Arts Festival) show.

Food for athletes

Fri, 9 Feb 2024 15:25:14 GMT

Our A level PE students researched, planned and cooked a meal for a power or endurance athlete. Their food was judged on presentation, taste and meeting the athletes needs.

Sport & PE visit AECC

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 22:56:39 GMT

Year 13 BTEC Sport and A Level PE students visited the AECC University College to find out more about fitness testing and biomechanics.

Government and Politics Q&A

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 21:51:01 GMT

The History and Politics department at St Peter's welcomed Bournemouth East Labour candidate, Tom Hayes, to school for a Q&A with Year 12 and 13 Government and Politics students.

Bringing Business to life

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:26:51 GMT

On Friday, our Sixth Form Business students packed into A17 to hear a talk from Rupert Holloway, the founder of the locally produced Conkers Gin.

Economics apprenticeship

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:25:03 GMT

Recently, our A Level Economics students were treated to a talk from Tommy Parker, a government economist.

Business visit Wimbledon

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 12:36:52 GMT

Earlier in the term, 27 A Level Business students took a trip to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis club in London.

Sixth Form Sleep Easy

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:37:52 GMT

Last Friday night, 60 Sixth Form students and staff braved the chilly weather to sleep rough on the school playground in order to raise money for YMCA's Sleep Easy 2023.

Future of Science Conference

Wed, 1 Nov 2023 11:14:38 GMT

Last month, Mrs Nicholls and Mrs Stuart took a group of A Level Biology students to a conference in Poole hosted by Lush at their ‘Green Hub’ unit.

Learning first-hand

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:44:56 GMT

Health and Social Care Year 12 Diploma students were able to learn all about the role of a NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) senior nurse today when ex-student Hayley Boyd came in to see them.

Jimmy's visits CTEC Business

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:01:59 GMT

Last week, in CTEC Business we had a speaker, Dan Coulter, from Jimmy’s Iced Coffee. Dan is their Marketing Activation Manager.

Hodder Reviews in the library

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:01:48 GMT

The library has just taken delivery of the latest Hodder Reviews.

Representing GB

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 14:54:54 GMT

Congratulations to Year 12 student, Alex, who has recently returned from representing GB in the U20 Handball tournament in Portugal.

Return to share experience

Tue, 4 Jul 2023 14:32:27 GMT

Last week Year 12 Health & Social Care had a visit from two past students, who had left in 2016 following their own Health and Social Care and Psychology courses here at St Peter's.

AUB degree show visit

Tue, 4 Jul 2023 13:45:21 GMT

Last week, Year 12 Fashion and Textiles students, visited the degree shows at the Arts University Bournemouth.

Meeting nutritional needs

Fri, 19 May 2023 11:19:45 GMT

Recently Year 12 A level PE students planned and cooked a tasty meal that met the nutritional needs for an endurance or a power athlete.

UCAS Discovery event

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:33:48 GMT

Today Year 12 spent the morning at the UCAS Discovery event at Bournemouth University.

French cinema study day

Mon, 6 Mar 2023 11:31:49 GMT

Last month, Year 12 and 13 French A Level students were offered an enrichment trip to experience a French cinema study day event at the BIC in Southbank, London.