On Friday 12th February, Years 7, 8 & 9 took part in an “Unplugged Day”. Pupils were not set lessons but had the chance to get involved in activities away from their computer screens. The theme for the day was ‘Express Yourself’ and pupils were asked to engage in creative activities in line with this…
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This year, The Island Free School is proud to be marking Neurodiversity Celebration week, from the 15th-21st March 2021. Did you know: it is estimated that 1 in 7 people are neurodivergent, meaning that the brain functions, learns and processes information differently? That’s more than 15% of the UK population. As a school we are…
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On 17th December, the UK government announced plans for Covid-19 testing to be carried out in secondary schools from the start of the Spring term for staff and pupils. The objective of this testing is to minimise time lost in school due to isolation from close contact infection and to protect staff and pupils from…
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On Monday 7th December, all pupils were off timetable in order to take part in a variety of themed activities. Year 7 learned about Christianity, focusing on Christmas. Pupils watched a film that told the story of the Nativity which led to class discussion and making a storyboard. In another session they worked in teams…
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A huge well done to all the Year 9s for entering the logo competition ‘Dress for Less’ for Sight for Wight. We are delighted to announce that the overall winner was Chloe S in Caesitas! Five other TIFS pupils were also shortlisted, and their designs were awarded ‘highly commended’ – Emily B, Alfie G, Ruby…
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Without a doubt, the highlight of the school calendar is our annual Summer Show. This year, we have adapted to the current situation and are going to hold a virtual Summer Show! We encourage as many pupils, parents and staff to get involved as possible. To submit an entry, there are two Google Classrooms; one…
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On Thursday 4th October, The Island Free School Year 8 Girls Hockey Team started their fixtures with a Triangular against Dorset House School from Sussex and Priory School. This has been an annual event and is now in its third year. For most of the girls it was their first chance to play competitive 7-a-side…
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On 3rd October the cast of Antony and Cleopatra attended a workshop at Medina Theatre in preparation for their upcoming performance. This production is part of the UK wide Shakespeare Schools Festival which sees schools performing 30 minute adaptations of Shakespeare plays. The workshop was a fantastic opportunity for pupils to share the hard work…
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On the 10th of March The Island Free School took up the BBC school report challenge. Schools from all around the country were given the task of creating a professional, well produced news feature. Our pupils did extraordinarily well, taking a multi-media approach to the challenge. Our pupils not only put together a brilliant live…
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To mark Armistice Day, and the First World War Centenary, staff and students at The Island Free School took part in a moving Remembrance service held at Trinity Church in Ventnor. The congregation reflected upon the Reverend Hugh Wright’s words of sacrifice and peace, and listened to music recitals, readings and hymns. A touching duet,…
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