Newsletters

Summer Term - 5th June 2026

Welcome to our latest news update, including information about the Year 10 exams coming up later this month, next steps for Year 11 students as they prepare for further education, and news of the recent Key Stage 3 Camps. There is also a reminder of next week's International Evening, which we hope you'll join us for.

Year 10 Exams 15th-24th June

A reminder to Year 10 families that exams begin the week after next, with Art and Graphics on 15th-16th and written exams beginning on Wednesday 17th June.

For the duration of the assessment period students should attend school at normal times, in full school uniform. Students will attend lessons as normal when not in an exam.

International Evening, 10th June at 5pm

We are very excited for next week's International Evening, our annual celebration of the cultures that make up our school community.

We hope as many of you as possible will join us on Wednesday for an evening of food, performance and activities for all ages. If you've attended before you'll know what a wonderful atmosphere the event generates and if you haven't it's time to come along and find out!

If you haven't already done so, book your family's free tickets here.

If you feel able to contribute to the event by bringing food or a cultural item or activity, or by offering some time to help on the day, please complete this short form or contact WESPA.

Year 11 Leavers' Celebration

We look forward to Year 11 students celebrating the end of their exams and their five years at William Ellis on 25th June. The achievements of the students' time here will be marked with a presentation ceremony in the Hall, which Year 11 families are invited to attend, then staff and students will gather for a barbecue in the playground.

While there is no dress code for this event, clothing should follow the rules of Non-Uniform Day, which can be found here, and students should be mindful that friends and family members will be taking photographs, so are advised to wear something that they will be happy to be remembered by in years to come!

Key Stage 3 Camps at the Mill

The week before half term, Year 9 students headed to The Mill, marking the end of Key Stage 3 and their transition into GCSE study.

Students spent two nights at The Mill and two at Etherley Farm, taking part in a range of activities including team building, problem solving, creativity challenges, and low ropes at The Mill.

A highlight of the trip was the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze training expedition. Over two days, students navigated and walked 13km through the Surrey Hills in small groups, carrying everything they needed and cooking and preparing all their own food. It was a genuine test of teamwork, resilience, and self-reliance.

The trip was a memorable rite of passage for the year group, sending them into their GCSE years with confidence, new friendships strengthened, and a real sense of what they are capable of.

Year 7 have been at The Mill this week for their two-night camp; the foundation of their outdoor learning over the next 2 years. Further detail of their time at Camp will follow in the next newsletter, but here are some photos form the last few days.

Year 8 Camp is coming up in late June and early July.

Career Development Opportunity

with the Donmar Warehouse for Year 12 STEM Students

The Donmar Warehouse is hosting "Next Stage," a free communication and professional skills programme at the London AI Campus. This series, aimed at Year 12 students with an interest in STEM and students currently drafting UCAS personal statements, focuses on building essential skills such as public speaking and interview confidence, which are vital for future STEM leaders. While some sessions have begun, catch-up spots and new workshop blocks are opening up.

Online bystanding training – help keep our communities safe 

Sign up to Camden's free bystanding training course to help create safe spaces for everyone. Delivered by The Suzy Lamplugh Trust, this 30-minute online course will show you how to recognise harmful behaviours and intervene safely when witnessing potentially harmful situations, including sexual harassment.
The training is on Thursday 25 June, from 12noon to 12.30pm, and is part of Camden’s ongoing work to make the borough a safer place for everyone, particularly women and girls - calling on everyone to help tackle inappropriate behaviour. This is a free course for anyone who works, lives or studies in Camden. Sign up for the training.

National Infant Mental Health Awareness Week starts 8 June 

National Infant Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from Monday 8 June to Sunday 14 June. This year’s theme is attunement - helping babies feel safe, loved, and understood through strong emotional connection. Best Start Family Hubs are offering free activities for Camden parents, carers, babies, and young children, including yoga, Singing Mamas, art therapy, Chatty Café, Walk and Talk, and Infant Mind Matters.

Booking is required for some sessions. Email familyhubs@camden.gov.uk or call 0207 974 2015 for details and booking.

Free children’s climate-themed creative activities in libraries 

Camden libraries and the British Library are hosting free children’s creative activities for Clean Air Day on 18 June and London Climate Action Week (20 to 28 June), as part of the borough’s Green Library Hub.

On Thursday 18 June, from 4pm to 5pm, children aged 4 to 11 can Build an Air Pollution Catcher at 5 Pancras Square Library, N1C 4AG. Become a Clean Air Hero by building simple pollution catchers to help spot and observe air pollution. It’s an easy and creative way to learn more about the air around us, how pollution affects our communities, and why clean air matters. Book places via Eventbrite.

Other children's events taking place during London Climate Action Week include The Broken Umbrella Challenge at Camden Town Library, 218 Eversholt Street, NW1 1BD on Monday 22 June, from 4pm to 5.30pm. Learn how to repurpose broken objects by transforming them into something new at this fun and engaging workshop. For ages 5 to 9 - book here.

The Broken Umbrella Challenge is also running at the British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DB on Thursday 25 June, from 4pm 5.30pm. For ages 5 to 9 - book here

Moving On to Secondary School Event – 23 June 

A reminder that parents and carers whose children are in primary school years 4 and 5 are invited to Camden’s Moving On to Secondary School Event on Tuesday 23 June. This free in-person event at the London Irish Centre, Camden Square, NW1 9XB, is a great opportunity to receive advice on how to apply for a Year 7 place, as well as find out more about what our local secondary schools have to offer. Parents and carers can book places on Eventbrite.

Yours faithfully,

Izzy Jones

Headteacher