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26/03/26

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25/03/26

Our Y9 BTEC dancers, joined by G&T Y7–8, had an amazing workshop with ZooNation’s Malachi Welch! Inspiring choreography, creativity & industry insight

25/03/26

Thank you to our amazing pupils, families & staff! Your support for Red Nose Day raised an incredible £1,129.70 Your generosity means so much and helps support those who need it most.

25/03/26

Cultural Capital across school: Y7 Harry Potter & oracy; Y8 Chatham & chocolate; Y9 Wicked & identity; Y10 Model UN & careers; Y11 next steps. A brilliant few days!

24/03/26

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20/03/26

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19/03/26

Our KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club got adventurous with Katsu Curry this week! A tricky dish, but pupils smashed it with amazing focus, teamwork and smiles all round.

11/03/26

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06/03/26

38 Year 10s had an action‑packed ‘Degree in a Day’ at CCCU, exploring sustainability through lectures, seminars and challenges. So proud of their hard work!

06/03/26

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04/03/26

Free Defibrillator Training for ages 13–17: 9 Apr, 1–4pm at Pierremont Hall, Broadstairs. Learn lifesaving skills + Y8s can gain award hours for the Mayor of Broadstairs Award.  broadstairs.gov.uk/event/und… for more details.

02/03/26

Young Carers Action Day – 11 March. Up to 1 in 5 young people care for someone at home. If your child is a young carer, we’re here to help—contact their Assistant Head of Year for support.

02/03/26

Yr 9 & 10 Sociology pupils had an amazing trip to London to see Witness for the Prosecution! A gripping courtroom experience that brought Sociology to life.

02/03/26

Pupils can join Unifrog’s free online Subject Discovery Fair on 18 March (4–6:30pm)! Explore uni subjects & ask experts. Sign up here:  webapp.spotme.com/login/even…

27/02/26

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27/02/26

Our Pride Youth Network had a fantastic visit from the Anti-Bullying Alliance! They handed out bracelets to our most active members and shared sweet treats with everyone for LGBT History Month.

27/02/26

Y10 & 11 Media Studies pupils shone at the BFI Southbank study day—confident, ambitious, and full of brilliant ideas. They contributed more than any other school in a sold‑out auditorium and impressed with their sharp analysis and media theory knowledge.

27/02/26

Year 8 spent the day with local employers exploring careers ahead of GCSE Options. Huge thanks to EPB and all who inspired our pupils.

26/02/26

What a fantastic day our pupils had at the Lyceum Theatre in London’s West End, where they enjoyed a stunning performance of Disney’s The Lion King!  It was a truly unforgettable experience and a wonderful opportunity for them to witness a top West End professional show.

12/02/26

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11/02/26

Y8 pupils produced some fantastic work in their Words as Art project! By researching typography and experimenting with colour blending, they created a collection of positive words that showcase their developing skills and understanding. Brilliant work!

11/02/26

This week in KS4 Life Cooking Skills Club, we got into the Valentine’s spirit by making our own decorated shortbread — decorative, delicious, and made with LOTS of love!  Wishing everyone a LOVELY,and relaxing, half term when it gets here!  

05/02/26

Amazing work from our Year 7 artists! Taking inspiration from Zaha Hadid, Antoni Gaudí and Hundertwasser, pupils explored abstract architecture using local landmarks as their starting point. Their creativity has truly shone through!

05/02/26

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BCAT Free School Press Release

Posted on: 18/11/2020

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Barton Manor School (BMS), Barton Court Academy Trust’s new Free School, has appointed a Principal Designate and is consulting on its Admissions Arrangements for 2022/23 and 2023/24

Barton Court Academy Trust’s (BCAT) Trustees in conjunction with the DfE have appointed Ms. Kirstin Cardus, Executive Headteacher of BCAT, as the School’s Principal Designate. Ms. Cardus who has led the project since inception will continue to lead the school in preparation for opening in September 2022 and will be the Headteacher of the new school when it opens to students and staff in September 2022.

Ms. Cardus, Executive Headteacher of Barton Court Academy Trust, “I am delighted and honoured to be appointed Principal Designate of the Free school and look forward to leading the school once opened to students and staff in September 2022. It has been an amazing opportunity to design a school from inception which can deliver our vision for excellence, collaborative learning and creativity and to lead the school from the outset with students, staff and parents to ensure the best start possible for all.”

Dr Bill Speed, BCAT Chair, “ We are delighted to announce Ms. Kirstin Cardus as the Principal Designate, for Barton Manor School (BMS). Ms. Cardus has a wealth of experience leading several schools including Barton Court Grammar and The Charles Dickens non-selective school in Broadstairs. This experience will be invaluable in establishing Barton Manor School as a new and exciting venture within BCAT. We are excited about adding Barton Manor to our Trust, creating the opportunity to share knowledge, expertise and resources across our three schools.”


Barton Manor School website will be launched on Friday 20th November providing more details about the school. BCAT are simultaneously launching their consultation on the admissions criteria for the academic years 2022/23 and 2023/24. Please go to the school’s website for more details about the school, the consultation documents and details about how to respond - www.bartonmanor.org. The consultation will run for 7 weeks starting on Friday 20th November and finishes on Friday 8th January 2021 at 5pm.

Contact:
Roberta Light
01227 464600
rlight@bartoncourt.org
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