Macbeth production by KS3 – 3rd July

The Drama Department would like to invite you to their Key Stage 3 production of Macbeth on Wednesday 3rd July 2019, 6.30 for 7.00pm start. This well known play by William Shakespeare is set in medieval Scotland and partly based on a true historical account, Macbeth charts the bloody rise to power and tragic downfall of the warrior Macbeth The play is suitable for 7+ year olds and there will be a short interval where you can purchase refreshments and raffle tickets. Tickets are available to buy via...

Posted on 15 May, 2019 | Comments Off

Seven Wins: Promising Sta...

Over the last two weekends Great Marlow Boat Club (GMSBC) have competed in four regattas. Wallingford, Marlow Spring, Bedford and Avon County. The crews have generally performed well and the club has picked up a number of outright wins on both weekends. At Wallingford, raced at Eton Dorney over 2000m, our top boys quad competed in the Challenge Quads for elite adult...

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Yr 8 at THORPE PARK 2019

On Saturday April 27th the Year 8s had a fun trip to Thorpe Park. Although the weather was cold and the rides were off and on, due to the winds, the Year 8s were determined to have a fabulous day. Mr Ross, stationed himself in KFC, he was there all day in case of an emergency and, surprisingly, some staff decided that was a good idea, so joined him! Other staff...

Posted on 14 May, 2019 | Comments Off

Used Uniform Sales

In previous months, FoGMS have been extremely grateful for all of the generous donations of school uniform: it has really made a difference. With the Year 11s at their final stages, FoGMS would again be very pleased to take in any good quality items, once students have finished with them. All good, used uniform, is appreciated at all times of the year. Just bag...

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RS Department Visitors

As part of the RS GCSE, the GMS students learn about the role of the church in the community, which includes food banks and street pastors. In order to enhance their learning about these important topics, the RS Department were lucky enough to secure a visit from a representative of the One Can Trust, who came in to talk to the students about the charity, how and why...

Posted on 14 May, 2019 | Comments Off

A GOLD & BRONZE WINN...

For the third year running, Jemima Hay has retained her title of Buckinghamshire County Champion in the latest athletics championship. This is a first class achievement because, despite being one of the younger U17s, she leapt a Personal Best (PB) of 5.40 m to win the Gold Medal in the long jump (LJ) Her PB takes her to 19th in the UK LJ rankings for all U17...

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Marlow 5 Trophy Winners

First Liverpool, then Tottenham and now the Great Marlow Milers! Sunday, we witnessed a great sporting achievement as we saw the return of the Marlow 5 ‘Social and Sports team trophy’ back to Great Marlow School as the 12-strong running team representing the Great Marlow Milers defended their 2018 title! On a beautiful spring morning, the team once again proved...

Posted on 13 May, 2019 | Comments Off

BRONZE DofE 15th May

The all important route planning session for the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award is happening on Wednesday 15th May 3pm-5pm, in the school canteen. It is a requirement for EVERYONE to attend the route planning, because completing the route planning is part of the assessed expedition. For further information, please refer to the Bronze Expedition Guide: ‘You and...

Posted on 13 May, 2019 | Comments Off

Mental Health Awareness W...

This week is “Mental Health Awareness Week”. The theme this year is Body Image, in other words how we think and feel about ourselves. A healthy body image means that we truly accept, and like, the way we are and the way we look. It means appreciating our own individual, unique qualities and strengths that make us feel good about ourselves beyond weight,...