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Weekly Updates from The Island VI Form 24 April 2026

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24 April 2026


Weekly Updates from The Island VI Form

We have now reached the end of our second week back at school and time seems to be flying. Year 13 have started their exams in Art, Photography and Graphics. The end stretch is definitely in sight. Please remember study leave does not start until after half term break and even then, if you are completing BTEC courses or have exams still to sit you may be required to still come in.

On Wednesday 29 April at 5pm,  the  Year 12 Performance Arts are showcasing their pieces of work to parents after school which will be really lovely - please let Ms Tennant know if you intend to come along.

I am sure you are very aware that Fairlee Road is closed currently.  To add to your travel stress, from Monday for a week St George's Way will be one way. Please try and ensure you plan your journey accordingly, especially if you have an exam to get to. 

Finally, as summer approaches and hopefully the warm weather will come, please remember that no beachwear is allowed nor vest tops and crop tops. Flip Flops are not an appropriate form of footwear. 

Have a lovely weekend!

Phil Pearce-Jones - Head of School


Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary Talk

On Thursday, two officers from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary visited The Island VI Form to speak about careers in the police service and to give students a realistic insight into life in policing. Over fifty students attended this engaging and interactive session. Many thanks to the officers for taking the time to visit and share this valuable opportunity.

 


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Dates for your diary

Half Term
All Day
from 25 May until 29 May
25
May
Year 12 Trip to Oxford Brookes University
All Day
17
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Y12 trip to Southampton University
12:30pm – 8:00pm
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Awards Evening
5:30pm – 7:30pm
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30
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