Senior School
Coronation Celebrations
Thank you to the Friends of Appleford for the commemorative Coronation mugs which Mrs Filkins presented each child during our Coronation Celebration Assembly. The whole school enjoyed forming the shape of a crown.
Wheelchair Basketball
The Year 9 and 10 BTEC Sport groups were invited to attend a session on wheelchair basketball led by Nova Sports and Coaching. The session was a brilliant introduction to this excellent sport and the students thoroughly enjoyed themselves. They picked up the skills quickly and took to the game with great enthusiasm.
ISI – Appleford is Excellent
We are delighted to announce that the ISI have deemed Appleford School, yet again, as Excellent. Please do read the report as I believe the ISI inspectors have summarised the true essence of Appleford and this could only be achieved through the efforts of the entire school and our parents. 2023 ISI Inspection Report
Visit to Swindon Town Football Club
Pupils from Appleford visited Swindon Town FC for a training session and tour of the stadium. The coaches at Swindon were impressed not only with the boys’ effort and ability, but also commented on how polite, friendly and respectful they were.
The Passing of Queen Elizabeth II
The thoughts and prayers of all the Appleford Community are with His Majesty The King, the Queen Consort, and all the Royal Family as we mourn the loss of Her Majesty The Queen.
CAVA Qualification for 4 members of Appleford Staff
Huge congratulations to four members of Appleford staff who achieved Level 3 Certificate in Assessing and Vocational Achievement (CAVA) qualification. The CAVA qualification is a nationally recognised qualification for assessors. It provides instructors with the knowledge and skills required to assess learners at their workplace and in a classroom environment. Our achievers, Jemma Taylor (Director of…
Artwork and Photography
Some of the wonderful work from our GCSE Art and Photography exhibition.
Speech Day 2022
This year at Speech Day we said goodbye to Mr King as Headmaster of Appleford (remaining as the School Development Adviser), and welcomed Mrs Filkins (current Head of Pastoral Care) to the position of Headmistress in September. Speech Day ended with a drinks reception on the top lawn where gifts of appreciation were presented to…
Summer Ball
What a memorable end to the school year for Year 10 and 11 pupils at their Summer Masquerade Prom. A marquee within the Sports Hall with dance floor, mocktail bar, buffet and music.
Silver Award for Excellence in Special Needs Education
Head of Learning Support, Mrs Mitchell, wins the national Silver Pearson Award for her outstanding commitment to the pupils at Appleford. Mrs Mitchell has now been shortlisted for the Gold Award, to be announced during the Autumn Term.
