Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield 1st and 2nd Teams Score Big in Badminton League
Somersfield Academy hosted Round 2 of the senior school badminton league, with both the 1st and 2nd teams winning all matches. Standout performances, close contests, and league-climbing results made it a strong afternoon on court.
Finding Connection Through Graphic Novels: DP1 MAUS Learning Experience
Through MAUS, students moved beyond history into human stories of family, trauma, and survival. Thoughtful discussions led to creative projects such as comics, maps, and newspapers that connected past and present, deepened empathy, and honoured voices and memories that must never be forgotten.
Netball All Stars Deliver a High-Standard Night of Competition
East vs West netball All Stars delivered a high-quality contest at Berkeley Institute. Strong performances from Somersfield players across Middle and Senior School, with sharp shooting, smart linking play, and resilient defence on display in two closely fought matches.
Senior School Netball Team Makes Somersfield History
Somersfield’s senior school netball team made history as runners up in the BSSF Tournament — the school’s first ever medal in this event. With a young squad, they won four of five games and showed real determination against older, more experienced teams.
Student Leadership Council Shares Plans for 2025-26
Meet the newly appointed 2025–26 Student Leadership Council, a thoughtful and enthusiastic group ready to strengthen student voice, build community, and lead key initiatives across Somersfield. Read more about their vision for the year ahead.
Under 16s Triumph, Over 16s Rally in Hard-Fought Clash with Warwick
Somersfield’s Under 16s dominated Warwick with a 30–4 win, led by MVP Sydney Troake and MIP Emily Paulos. The Over 16s battled hard, delivering a strong second half despite a 13–21 loss, with standout performances from Paige and the defensive trio Riley, Dezirae and Heidi.
Strong Somersfield Showing at National Junior Badminton Tournament
Somersfield Academy hosted the National Junior Badminton Tournament on Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12. The event brought together more than 70 players who competed in over 250 matches across two days. Many Somersfield students participated and earned podium finishes.
Somersfield Hosts Badminton League Opener as First Team Takes Early Lead
Somersfield Academy hosted the opening round of the Senior School Co-Ed Badminton League, welcoming players from across the island. Our First Team sits top of the league after two wins, while the Second Team battled hard in close matches, showing skill, teamwork & sportsmanship.
International Day of Peace Address from SLC President Dezirae Darrell
Student Leadership Council President, Dezirae Darrell delivered a moving address at Somersfield Academy’s International Day of Peace ceremony. Speaking with conviction, she reminded the community of the urgent call to action behind this year’s theme—“Act Now for a Peaceful World”—and the shared responsibility each of us holds in building a more compassionate and united society.
Somersfield Student Leadership Hosts International Day of Peace Ceremony
Somersfield Academy came together to celebrate its annual International Day of Peace, led by the newly appointed Student Leadership Council. The ceremony featured speeches by SLC President Dezirae Darrell, a moving performance of Songs of Freedom by Ameina Soares, and remarks from SLC Chair Yemaya Iris, highlighting peace, empathy, and inclusion.