Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Students Sing for World Asthma Day
Somersfield Academy student vocalists took to the steps of City Hall on 6 May 2025 to perform in honour of World Asthma Day, hosted by Open Airways. Their powerful solo performances included Fight Song by Riley Jones ‘29, Opportunity by Anya-Aeleishe Pearman ‘30, Waiting on a Wish by Sika Adjalla ‘29, Fly Me to the Moon by Ameina Soares ‘30, and Wings by Trudi Farrer ‘28,
DP1 Students Explore Energy Innovation at BELCO
DP1 Business students had an incredible experience at BELCO on during Occupational Health & Safety Day. Students were treated to a seminar led by Dr. Jeffrey Steynor on renewable energy and BELCO’s transition to sustainability. A restricted bus tour offered insight into production methods, cost structures, and safety protocols. Thank you, BELCO, for welcoming our students and sharing your vision for Bermuda’s energy future!
Somersfield Students Take on Global Challenges at GCIMUN in NYC
Somersfield M4 & DP1 students recently returned from New York after representing Palau, Turkey & the UK at the GCIMUN conference. From UN debates to NYC exploration, the weekend offered global learning & local pride.
Through the Lens: Secondary Sports Day by Rogan Cabral '27
We were so impressed with Rogan Cabral ’27’s M5 Community Project—where he explored the creative possibilities of a 50mm lens—that we invited him to capture this year’s Secondary Sports Day. His images reflect the energy, emotion, and team spirit of the day, offering a unique glimpse into the action through a student’s lens.
Why Local Schools Develop Stronger Leaders
For many parents, sending a child to a boarding school may seem like the key to a successful future. But what if the system promising excellence is actually stunting emotional development and critical leadership qualities? Here's why Somersfield Academy is a better choice for fostering emotionally intelligent, well-rounded leaders.
Why You Should Rethink Boarding Schools—and What Your Child Gains by Staying
At first glance, boarding schools might seem like the pinnacle of educational opportunity. But beyond the prestige, many boarding institutions follow a model that can compromise emotional development, suppress individuality, and disconnect children from their roots. At Somersfield Academy, we believe there’s a better way: consider the benefits of staying in Bermuda.
Empowering Creativity: IB Aesthetic Performances in Dance & Gymnastics
In their aesthetics units, the girls explored dance and gymnastics, setting SMART goals to develop key skills. M1 & M3 focused on gymnastics, choreographing group performances, while M2 explored dance through improvisation & choreographic techniques. M4 students chose their own aesthetic, creating unique routines.
Gallery: Peru Service As Action Trip 2025
Somersfield students recently returned from an unforgettable Service as Action Trip to Peru, where they combined community work with cultural exploration. The trip gave students a chance to connect with new cultures, contribute to a community, and see the world from a new perspective.
Snow, Slopes and Sweet Memories: M1s & M2s Take on Mont-Tremblant
Our M1 and M2 students embraced adventure and Québécois culture during their unforgettable spring break in Mont-Tremblant. They snowboarded and skied, practiced their French, and made lasting memories on this action-packed school trip!
DP1 Students Explore Holocaust Survivors' Stories
In recognition of Holocaust Memorial Day on 27 January, Somersfield's DP1 English A: Language and Literature HL class studied the Holocaust through Art Spiegelman’s MAUS. They created projects portraying survivors’ stories, using creative mediums like newspapers, diaries, and maps, to explore the emotional impact of these experiences.