Dance & Gym Showcase 30th January

The PE department are organising a fabulous evening of entertainment with the dancers and gymnasts of Great Marlow School, on Friday 30th January 2015 from 6.30pm. Parents and carers will be able to see the hard work, dedication and commitment the students have invested in their chosen sport. The dance, gym and cheerleading clubs have worked tirelessly on their routines. The evening promises to showcase the extraordinary talent of the participants. Please come along and support us. Ticket available...

Posted on 28 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Celebrating SLG Launch

At the beginning of the autumn term, Great Marlow School wrote to parents and carers offering an internet based means of receiving information about their child through an exciting, new initiative called SIMS Learning Gateway (SLG). The phased roll out had to be be delayed due to technical issues with the host site, which GMS had no control over. GMS are now...

Posted on 23 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Design Technology Zoo Tri...

On Tuesday 13th January forty-nine Year 8 Emerald and Ruby pupils went on a DT research trip to London Zoo. The pupils carried out primary research to find inspiration to help them design their animal themed bags in textiles technology. During the day all pupils took the opportunity to sketch, draw and photograph a whole range of animals from tiny insects,...

Posted on 22 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Girls Hockey B Team Draw

The hockey B team, who played at Dr Challoners, followed the 2-1 win by the A team, perhaps that took the pressure from them. The girls started slowly, due to the fact they had not played on an indoor pitch before. The defence were strong and kept control, while the midfield burnt off many calories running and passing hard. It was a shame when a goal slipped past...

Posted on 21 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Talking Heads

Mrs Geralyn Wilson has now completed the Executive Headteacher posting at The Mandeville School, Aylesbury and has returned full time to her post as Headteacher of Great Marlow School. Mr Linton Nash, who was an outstanding Interim Headteacher, has relinquished this position to pursue a new role overseas. Thanks must go to Mr Nash for his successful tenure as...

Posted on 15 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Year 10 District Cup Winn...

On Tuesday 13th January, John Hampden Grammar School hosted the annual year 10 Football District Cup. GMS were drawn in the group stages against John Hampden, Princes Risborough, Highcrest Academy and Bourne End Academy. There were no easy games ahead and GMS would have to be at their best to contend with the miserable weather conditions in order to progress to the...

Posted on 14 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Year 11 Parents’ Evening ...

Parents and carers are invited to the forthcoming Parents’ Evening for Year 11, on Thursday 22nd January 2015 from 4.30pm – 7.30pm in the main hall. Pupils will make appointments with subject staff. If you are unable to attend, perhaps you could nominate another member of the family to attend in your place. Pupils are expected to attend with you. Please do not...

Posted on 14 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Careers Day at GMS

On Friday 30th January, Great Marlow School are hosting a Careers Day for pupils in Years 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13. Pupils in Year 9 will be able to speak to representatives during period 2; pupils in Year 10 during period 3; and pupils in Year 11 during period 4. Those in Years 12 and 13 will be able to visit the hall during period 5 but can pop in throughout the day....

Posted on 13 Jan, 2015 | 0 comments

Bradley Shields Inspires ...

As you may be aware, Rugby Union has a big following with Year 9 pupils, especially as GMS has a very successful rugby squad. Recently, contact was made with Bradley Shields, who is a professional rugby player in New Zealand. He plays for the Hurricanes in Super Rugby as a loose forward and has also represented New Zealand at under 20 level. He very kindly sent some...