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24/01/25

Another exceptional performance from our boys squad in this afternoons tournament. For the second time this week, we made it to the final, only to fall short again 2-1. The boys should be incredibly proud, having represented the school fantastically! pic.twitter.com/5hvUwhOtnc

23/01/25

Red Class have loved their new role play area today- linking to their real life superhero learning 🦸‍♂️🚒 pic.twitter.com/PzYqnFsTfB

23/01/25

Year 3 had a brilliant visit to St.Luke’s Church exploring the importance of miracles in the Bible ⛪️ pic.twitter.com/c4GXxAEUN7

22/01/25

Year 4 have been learning about rivers, their features and the habitats in and around them this morning 🏞️🐟💦 pic.twitter.com/E8u9uCazW4

21/01/25

Today a number of classes took part in an workshop focused on ‘Speak Out, Stay Safe’ 🗣️🟢 we have learnt lots about the importance of speaking up and completed some great activities. pic.twitter.com/cp6V1b6dR4

21/01/25

Some great football was played from our boys squad today who reached the final of the EFL Utilita cup, a tournament of 20 teams hosted by at their training dome. The boys did fantastic to not concede a goal until the final, where they unfortunately lost 2-1! pic.twitter.com/pv6mnsox4h

20/01/25

We have had a great assembly this morning- NSPCC Speak Out, Stay Safe 🟢🗣️ We are looking forward to the workshops later on this week. pic.twitter.com/WiSPon38Fq

16/01/25

Another great performance from our squads, this afternoon saw our girls take on a spirited Oakwood side. Goals from Riana (2) and Emma saw us win 3-0, topping off a great week for primary extracurricular sport! pic.twitter.com/ITjoMSbs9u

16/01/25

Reception have been looking at the composition of 5 in Maths today- they used counters and 5 frames to create equations🧮 pic.twitter.com/oxzBVIqvdV

15/01/25

Great result for our U11s again comfortably winning 4-0. Fantastic performances from Ruhi, Will, Teddy, and Freddy helped us to a clean sheet as well as some fantastic team goals. pic.twitter.com/Zoax7lQSuX

15/01/25

Our U10 footballers showed fantastic character and determination this afternoon as they came back from 0-3 down to win 6-4 against an Aboyne Lodge side, a team who we lost to earlier in the year. PoTM was Jake with 4 goals on his debut representing the school! pic.twitter.com/bgV2VRTZSz

13/01/25

Year 6 have had a brilliant day and have got loads of enthusiasm to bring back to their English lessons for this term🧙🏻🪄 pic.twitter.com/BAbUyXMgck

13/01/25

Year 6 learning about colour symbolism in their workshop this morning. Exciting to see the costumes of Umbridge and Voldemort. Common misconception: Voldemort’s cloak is green not black. pic.twitter.com/dQK4sP6R3c

13/01/25

Year 6 have arrived safely for an exciting day at Harry Potter World 🪄🧙🏻 pic.twitter.com/AKgEWMzVQn

09/01/25

Reception have loved going on the new Jungle Gym this morning 🛝 pic.twitter.com/xmQe2uGT0P

06/01/25

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20/12/24

* World War II Day * Our Year 6 children had a brilliant day on Monday; we hope you enjoy this video, which captures the day so well. https://t.co/ob4RrnI3M2

20/12/24

We are delighted to have supported the St Albans & District Food Bank for another year. We would like to thank you for your generous donations, which our Year 7 form captains helped to deliver to Verso Vineyard Church today.https://t.co/F3jqJJkeQKhttps://t.co/SNOFIRNl7P pic.twitter.com/bgwghndoDe

20/12/24

Christmas Lunch was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone! Full of Christmas cheer and delicious treats. A big thank you to all of the catering staff who helped make it a huge success 🎅🏼🎄🎶 pic.twitter.com/GcFdDSonqX

19/12/24

Year 5 have worked incredibly hard to create a Grinch inspired set of instructions on ‘How to Steal Christmas’ 🎄🎅🏼 pic.twitter.com/hgJqazsvth

18/12/24

Today we had a fantastic afternoon watching the Primary Panto- Beauty and the Beast 👸👑 a big thank you to our for funding this pic.twitter.com/LG6zc0mdnk

16/12/24

Some members of our Year 2 and 3 choir performed at Alban Manor Nursing home today- singing a range of carols and spreading Christmas cheer 🎄🎅🏼🎶🎵 pic.twitter.com/fh59um9MRY

16/12/24

Year 6 continued their day with an opportunity to make WWII inspired carrot muffins 🥕🧁A huge thank you to Mrs Rudd for making this possible pic.twitter.com/CP0CWBJiIy

16/12/24

Year 6 are beginning the final week of the term with a WWII themed day- look at some of the amazing outfits they have turned up to school in today 🧳🧁🤩 pic.twitter.com/1yeDHumAB5

13/12/24

Year 2 have had a wonderful Christingle Service at St Luke’s Church this morning 🍊🕯️ pic.twitter.com/EWHkDwC9X5

Options

At Samuel Ryder Academy, Key Stage 3 is a three year stage of education. Throughout those three years, we provide a richly broad and balanced curriculum that also recognises individual passions and needs.

Year 8 Options

In February, students in Year 8 select options to start in September, when they are in Year 9. They have to study English, Mathematics, Science, PE and Religion & Society, either Geography and/or History and either French or Spanish (with an option to do both). In addition, our dedication to a broad and balanced curriculum for all our students means that within the further subjects they select, they must include a technology and art subject (some of which they have not previously studied, expanding on the curriculum offer in Year 7 and 8). This approach allows our students to build the necessary knowledge and skills for their future education.

Year 9 Options

Also in February, students in Year 9 select options for their GCSE courses in Years 10 and 11.  Again, students have to study English, Mathematics, Science, PE (non-examined) and Religion & Society (non-examined).  In addition, students must choose four additional subjects.  It is important for students to choose wisely having considered his or her own aptitudes and abilities and decide which subjects suit them best, taking into consideration other factors such as what they are hoping to study beyond Year 11.

Please click here for information regarding the Options Process

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