A highlight this term has included the the classics and religious studies trip to Athens. Students saw the Parthenon, visited the first ever school for philosophy and immersed themselves in modern Greek culture. More pictures on the school website: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/News/Athens-...

For this year’s Black History Season, we have focused on intersectionality, confronting the issues of the past in order to move forward, and key figures such as Wole Soyinka, Vanessa Nakate and Wangarĩ Maathai. @blackhistorymonth.org.uk

Also a Happy Bandi Chhor Divas to our Sikh community celebrating this week.

A #HappyDiwali to those in our community and worldwide celebrating the festival of lights.

The latest issue of the Families bulletin features how to build literacy and knowledge through stories, lost property news, breakfast club's new home and the flu vaccination date and information: mailchi.mp/f2479fdf66e3...

Our Media, Broadcast and Production T Levellers go the extra mile. Whether by taking on weekend workshops with the BFI or attending master classes with ITV Academy, or pursuing paid opportunities with Camden Music Service. @nftsfilmtv.bsky.social @thehustleuk.bsky.social #TLevelsWeek

We asked our Y12 Media, Broadcast and Production students for their feedback on the course so far. They decided to produce a 'Love is...' campaign around the skills-based occupational specialisms. @et-foundation.bsky.social #TLevelsWeek #SkillsforLife

"At Havas we learned about campaign planning, audience insights, and how ideas are transformed into marketing strategies. A quick game of pool was the perfect way to recharge our batteries ready to do it all again!" Y13 Media, Broadcast & Production students. @et-foundation.bsky.social #TLevelsWeek

"We loved developing ideation skills with Havas. We learned how to develop ideas into impactful advertising campaigns, using creativity, research, and strategy to connect brands with audiences." By Y13 Media, Broadcast and Production students. @et-foundation.bsky.social #TLevelsWeek

"I developed skills in generating ideas, pitch making, financial acumen, and even had the chance to sit in a writer’s room. Thank you so much to everyone at Moonbug!" By a Y13 Media, Broadcast and Production student. @et-foundation.bsky.social #TLevelsWeek

"I appreciated the chance to work at Moonbug where I was given the freedom to edit short-form videos for their Cocomelon YouTube channel which has allowed me to explore the post-production process at industry level." By a Y13 Media, Broadcast and Production student. #TLevelsWeek

2/2 "We were lucky to visit the Queen Elizabeth Hall and learn from a Venues Technician and the OAE. This was an unforgettable day as we watched behind-the-scenes action, whilst using the cameras to meet the brief." From Y13 Media, Broadcast and Production #TLevel students.

1/2 "We learned how to record live events. We filmed The Magic Flute rehearsals in real time at the Queen Elizabeth Hall @southbankcentre.bsky.social. Learning about different camera shots and angles helped us develop our Director of Photography skills to demonstrate industry practice."

3/3 "Since my work placement I have participated in programmes that allow me to gain further insight about job roles in the industry, such as the BFI Film Academy Young Programmers and ITV Academy." From a Y13 Media, Broadcast and Production student. #TLevelsWeek

2/3 "Working with the wider team I developed an understanding of the planning process that goes into unscripted TV such as documentaries, reality TV and game shows."

1/3 "I was privileged to join Curve Media for my placement, where I explored production techniques for unscripted TV. Creating a voice-over was one process I got to see first-hand, along with visiting Splice to see offline and online sound editing taking place."

Our T Level students are introduced to a range of pathways into the creative industries, including apprenticeships and universities. @nftsfilmtv.bsky.social is our first exploration into Higher Education and is often an opportunity to draw upon the expertise on the campus. #TLevelsWeek

The latest issue of the Families bulletin features how to support your child's attendance, new Parent Governors, Y9 and Y10 reading age tests and the Winter Concert audition details: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/docs/251013_...

Our Y12 Media, Broadcast and Production T Level students have been investigating job roles and their requirements this term. What is it that you want to do and what skills do you need in order to do it well? Here are some ideas about different pathways available. #TLevelsWeek

A day in the life of a Y13 Media, Broadcast and Production T Level student. Working towards a live brief set by H3 Federation's Heath School. Exploring the Heath's values, producing a proposal and collaborating to film content. #TLevelsWeek #SkillsForLife

A day in the life of a Y12 Media, Broadcast and Production T Level student. Exploring the importance of financial acumen, creating infographics demonstrating taxation features and participating in @itvmlshow.bsky.social. #TLevelsWeek @jeanettekwakye.bsky.social @martinlewis.moneysavingexpert.com

Congratulations to our two new Parent Governors on their recent appointments! See below for a reminder of their personal statements. Thank you to all the parents and carers who stood for election and to all the families who took the time to vote. www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/News/New-Par...

The Athens group are out and about already! The Acropolis, ancient ruins and the golden age of Athens is coming alive today. Check this page for further pictures of the trip over the next 2 days: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/News/Athens-...

The Athens trip have departed and landed safely, ready for the 1st day of activities. Pictures coming soon!

Y13 psychology students recently attended a lecture by Francesca Happé CBE at @channingschool.bsky.social. The professor spoke about her recent research and findings on autism, with a focus on girls. The trip was a great addition to the group's classroom studies! @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social

The latest issue of the Families bulletin features our new #UNCRC Rights Respecting Bronze status, Return to Learn sessions, key dates and a last chance to vote for 2 new Parent Governors: mailchi.mp/4cb4aa37d331...

"Hearing how she turns important topics into poetry made me want to write more myself." For Poetry Day, a group of Y9s visited the British Library for a special poetry workshop led by award-winning author, poet and playwright Manjeet Mann. @britishlibrary.bsky.social @poetrydayuk.bsky.social

To our Hindu community, finishing the festival of Navaratri today, we hope you have enjoyed all the celebrations!

Wishing our Jewish students, families and staff a peaceful and meaningful Yom Kippur this evening.

Our Y12 Media, Broadcast and Production T Levellers enjoyed learning financial acumen from Martin Lewis on their first live studio audience visit last night. Thank you to ITV Academy for this opportunity! @itvmlshow.bsky.social @martinlewis.moneysavingexpert.com

We were honoured to attend an Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment celebration at the @houseoflords.parliament.uk this term. The event marked the OAE's 40th anniversary & the 5th anniversary of their partnership with us. Students & staff were treated to canapés, music & inspiring speeches.

The latest issue of the Families bulletin features Drop Down Day details, a new Debate club and an invite to today's Y9 Information Evening: mailchi.mp/61783a50fcd3...

Some more pictures from Wednesday's Open Evening. A big thank you to our Student Ambassadors who helped to make the event a success. For those still wishing to hear from us, we are holding 2 virtual open events next week. More details on our website: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk

Visitors to today's Open Morning also had the chance to view our resident orchestra, the OAE, live in action in one of the many workshops they provide for our students.

At tonight's Open Evening, visitors had the opportunity to meet subject teachers and to have in-depth conversations about our curriculum offer. For those still wishing to see our school, we have a final Open Morning tomorrow. See more details: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/Open-Week-20...

Thank you to all the families who attended our 2nd Open Morning of the week. We loved showing you our school! Our last Open Morning is on tomorrow and we also have an Open Evening tonight. Further details here: aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/Open-Week-20...

It was lovely to meet so many prospective families this morning. Our first Open Event of the week included talks by the Headteacher, Head of School and students, as well as tours led by the Student Ambassadors. See more Open Week dates on our website: aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/Open-Week-20...

Our Open Week kicks off next week with Open Mornings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and Open Evening on Wednesday! Watch a short film on our school below and find out more about visiting on our homepage. www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLpR...

Do you have a passion for your child’s education, and want to make it even better? Our Parent Governors support the school to be the best, fairest and most inclusive learning environment. We currently have 2 vacancies. Find out more: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/News/Parent-...

Yesterday we had our first Personal Development lessons of the year. The younger year groups learned about what it means to be self aware while the older students looked at university and further education options.

The latest issue of the Families bulletin features a day in the life of an Acland Burghley student, details of upcoming Personal Development lessons and new clubs: mailchi.mp/477f2f7cbd60...

Thank you to Arts Emergency for providing our media students with opportunities for mentorship within the creative industries! @artsemergency.bsky.social

The Education & Training Foundation spoke to Mr Rosen, our Head of Faculty for Computing, Media & Social Sciences about the Media Production Suite and his experience of delivering T Levels: www.et-foundation.co.uk/news/case-st... Thanks to @et-foundation.bsky.social for the Industry Insight days!

The latest issue of the Families bulletin features a warm welcome back, details on how we communicate with parents, updated clubs and key upcoming dates: mailchi.mp/db6d2b4f1f71...

Our Open Week for Year 6 parents is coming up soon! More details on our website: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/Open-Week-20...

Students and staff enjoying the refurbished reception area this week.

A warm welcome back to most students today! We also look forward to seeing our year 13s tomorrow. Full start of term arrangements can be found on our home page: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk

Some great coverage of our #ALevelResults from the Ham & High: hamhigh.co.uk/news/2539359...

The new reception area is almost ready for the start of term!

We look forward to seeing students back in school next week. Please see our website for start of term arrangements for all students: www.aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk/index.asp