Somersfield Academy News
Government Officials Attend M5 Personal Project Showcase
Somersfield Academy was also honoured to welcome esteemed guests including Tinee Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors; Kim R. Wilkerson, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice; Andrew Pettit, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Home Affairs; David Roberts, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Justice; Jache Adams, Minister of Public Works and Environment; Christopher Famous, MP for Devonshire East; and Owen Darrell, Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport. Their presence and thoughtful feedback offered students valuable real-world perspectives and professional insight.
Students Address Real-World Issues at Personal Project Exhibition 2026
Somersfield Academy’s M5 students will present the culmination of their International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) learning at the annual Personal Project Exhibition, held in the Somersfield Academy Gymnasium. The exhibition celebrates independent inquiry, creativity, and sustained commitment and forms a key component of Bermuda’s only IB MYP programme. Somersfield welcomes students from other schools to attend and experience the exhibition.
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.
Somersfield’s Aviation Club Takes Off with Real-World Learning
Somersfield’s Aviation Club has spent the term learning hands-on at the airport hangar with pilot Heather Nicholds of Blue Sky Flights, exploring flight, navigation, weather, radio comms, and more.
The World Wars and the Legacy of Peace Education
Somersfield Academy pauses on Remembrance Day to honour lives lost and lessons learned. In our Montessori–IB community, peace is not just remembered — it is practised daily through empathy, respect, and global citizenship.
Lead, Connect, Inspire: Volunteer at Somersfield Camps
Over the summer, M5 student Trudi wowed at Children’s House Camp, embodying the IB Learner Profile through her care, creativity, and energy. Students 15+ can volunteer at Somersfield Camps year-round—Winter, February, Spring, Summer, and October breaks—to gain skills, service hours, and make a difference!
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.
Exam Results 2024-25
Somersfield Academy is sharing student achievements across Montessori and IB programmes. CAT results were well above grade level, MYP students showed remarkable growth—including our first Bilingual Certificate—and 94% of IB Diploma graduates earned first-choice university offers, reflecting dedication and strong support of our staff.
Ocean 89 Interview with Charlie Judd, Courtney Feldman and author KR Gaddy
KR Gaddy visited Somersfield to speak with students about themes of youth voice, resilience, and moral courage. This conversation celebrates how Somersfield continues its 35-year tradition of challenging the status quo and inspiring socially conscious, independent thinkers.
Secondary Summer Reading 2025
The school year’s almost over, but the adventure continues! This summer, M3+ will dive into Flowers in the Gutter—a gripping true story—before meeting author K.R. Gaddy in September. All M1+ get to pick an additional book Teacher Book Clubs.