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We had a bumper night at KS4 Cooking Skills Club and, continuing with our popular TikTok recipe theme, students took on the challenge of making pan-fried hash browns completely from scratch. A hugely successful session with some seriously impressive results!

29/09/26

We are delighted to introduce you to our Senior Prefects for this academic year.  Recognisable by the red trim on their blazers, these young leaders play an important role in supporting our school community.

29/09/26

Our Y9 pupils have been developing their observational drawing skills by exploring mark making with ink to capture the intricate details and textures of shells. The results were fantastic, with excellent examples demonstrating creativity, precision and attention to detail.

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24/09/26

Life Skills Cooking Club: This week we tackled TikTok marshmallow ice cream cones! Sticky, messy and trickier than expected, but creativity and perseverance won the day!

23/09/26

The NHS Trust Emotional Wellbeing/Support Team are hosting a series of workshops throughout Terms 1 and 2.  Here is the first.  If you would like to register, you can do so here:  events.teams.microsoft.com/e…

23/09/26

Attached is information about an excellent support resource available for parents.  This online service is designed to support parents whose children may be experiencing low-level anxiety.

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21/09/26

Our Y11 after-school intervention programme launched this week, with an impressive 66% of students attending extra GCSE support sessions. Interventions run after school Tuesday to Friday and pupils should check the in school timetable for more information.

21/09/26

We're collecting donations for the Salvation Army Food Bank to support local families in need.  Donations can be given to your Tutor, Head of Year or Mr Allen.  Every donation, no matter how small, will make a real difference. Thank you for your support and generosity.

21/09/26

A fantastic start to our enrichment programme, with pupils already getting involved! It's been great to see so many pursuing their interests and new skills. Check out the Term 1 Clubs on the accompanying poster. For more information, contact Mr Allen at dallen.kent.sch.uk.

21/09/26

Thinking about an Army career? 💂 Join a free online Army careers session on Tuesday 22 September, 6pm to 7pm, where Army experts will explain the Assessment Centre process, what to expect, and how to prepare. 👉 Register here:  jobs.army.mod.uk/meet-your-a…

18/09/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club took on another viral TikTok recipe this week: Mama’s Crispy Chicken Wings with hot honey drizzle! They practised butchery, marinating and oven-baking techniques, discovering the secret to extra crispy wings: baking powder. Next week, something sweet!

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14/09/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club is back! Term 1's theme is Viral Recipes & Online Food Hacks, and we kicked off with Big Mac Tacos, a huge hit with pupils who couldn't wait to tuck in. Next up: chicken wings! Y9 & Y10 pupils can still sign up outside TE1 or speak to Mrs Naylor.

11/09/26

After school activities are on offer in school from next week, week commencing Monday 14 September.  Pupils should see the teacher who runs the activity if they have any queries.

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Lunchtime activities are on offer in school from next week, week commencing Monday 14 September.  Pupils should see the teacher who runs the activity if they have any queries.

10/09/26

Start the day the right way! All CDS pupils are welcome to enjoy a FREE breakfast in the school canteen. Great food, a friendly atmosphere, and the fuel needed for a successful school day.

07/09/26

We're proud that our pupils' Pride Club Banner was displayed throughout Pride Month at Margate Queer Library and will remain on display until Christmas! A wonderful celebration of identity, inclusion and LGBTQ+ pride. Congratulations to everyone involved.

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Barton Manor School: Topping Out Ceremony

Posted on: 25/05/2021

“Topping Out Ceremony” – Tuesday 25 May 2021

Barton Manor School (BMS), Barton Court Academy Trust’s new Free School, is celebrating the next phase of the School’s build project with a Topping Out Ceremony.

A plaque commemorating this stage of the project between Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT), DfE, KCC with Kier Construction and Novium Architects has been commissioned and will be placed on the roof with stunning views of Canterbury Cathedral in the background.

The Topping Out Ceremony will take place with special VIP guests. Numbers have been restricted to adhere to the latest Covid-19 roadmap published by the Government. VIP guests include the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent, the Lady Colgrain, along with the Lord Mayor of Canterbury, Pat Todd, and local councillors.

BCAT Directors along with representatives from the DfE, KCC, and Kier will be in attendance to celebrate this very important milestone.

The build project is 50% through construction and is due to be completed in February 2022, with the School opening to 150 Y7 students in September 2022. BCAT are part-way through an S10 Consultation for the School, which provides an opportunity for BCAT to gain the views of prospective parents/carers and the local community of its plans before opening next year. The consultation closes on Tuesday 22 June at 9am. The consultation paper and feedback form are available on Barton Manor School’s website. www.bartonmanor.org/1234/consultation

BCATs Executive Headteacher who will also be Barton Manor School’s Headteacher when the school opens “This will be such a wonderful event and opportunity to share the success of the project so far with our guests and wider community. Kier and all parties involved in this project have worked tirelessly to make sure the School is delivered on time, and despite many challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic, it is truly amazing that we are able to celebrate this stage of the build process today with important guests”

Dr Bill Speed, BCAT Chair, “This is a very exciting opportunity for BCAT to provide a learning experience for students of all abilities following a mixture of academic and vocational subjects.  The facilities are truly outstanding and we are looking forward to completing the project on schedule, welcoming the first students in September 2022.  We hope the school will provide facilities for, not only Barton Manor students, but also the wider Canterbury community.”

Shellina Prendergast, Kent County Council’s Cabinet Member for Education and Skills, said: “The Trust’s commitment to deliver quality-first teaching, with a focus on equalities and inclusion, in a modern and well-equipped building, will provide significant opportunities for pupils and contribute towards making Kent a county that works for all children and young people. Kent County Council is pleased to have worked in collaboration with a range of our partners to support the building of this new school.”

For more information about the School please visit the Barton Manor School website www.bartonmanor.org.

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Contact: 

Roberta Light
01227 464600
rlight@bartoncourt.org

Written by Charles Dickens School
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