Somersfield Academy News
Middle School Pickleball Team Shines at Island Tournament
The Somersfield Middle School Pickleball Team shined at Tuesday’s island-wide tournament at W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium! With all players advancing to afternoon rounds, the team showed incredible growth and spirit—capped by two 3rd place finishes in both boys’ and girls’ divisions.
The Bermuda Gambit Raises $700 for The Family Centre
M2 students raised $700 for The Family Centre through The Bermuda Gambit, a student-led chess tournament and bake sale. Congrats to winners Alexa Lemay, James Bigley & Daniel Mildenhall, and kudos to organisers Jameson Feldman, JitHom Liew, Emma Osborne & Emma Na.
Somersfield Academy Crowned National Badminton Champions
Somersfield Academy has dominated Bermuda's badminton circuit, winning four out of five major national titles in 2024–25. With standout players across age groups and expert coaching from Emma Moran-Lee, the school has cemented its place as a rising badminton powerhouse.
Somersfield Academy Launches Bermuda’s First Senior School Coed Badminton League
Somersfield Academy has launched Bermuda's first senior school coed badminton league. In the first round, Somersfield's 1st team claimed the top spot, winning both matches against Warwick. The 2nd team secured a victory against Saltus, earning the second spot. Training continues until the next round on January 14.
School highlights education as ‘powerful tool’ for peace
This Royal Gazette article highlights the role of education in achieving world peace during a student-led ceremony ahead of the International Day of Peace. This Somersfield tradition emphasises the school’s commitment to peace and its integration of Montessori and IB programmes to foster global awareness.
International Peace Day Ceremony
Somersfield Academy is deeply committed to fostering a culture of peace and inclusion. Maria Montessori, a visionary educator, emphasised the pivotal role of children in shaping a peaceful future for humanity. Her belief that education is the pathway to peace resonates strongly with Somersfield’s mission.
Somersfield Hosts Middle School Boys BSSF Badminton Tournament
The BSSF middle school boys badminton tournament took place at Somersfield Academy on Tuesday, May 21. Six schools competed in this exciting event: Whitney Institute, Dellwood Middle School, Sandys Secondary, Warwick Academy, Saltus Grammar School, and Somersfield Academy.
Somersfield Hosts Middle School Girls BSSF Badminton Tournament
Somersfield Academy hosted the middle school girls BSSF badminton tournament, welcoming teams from Saltus Grammar School, Warwick Academy, Sandys Secondary School, and Dellwood Middle School. The event was a remarkable display of talent and sportsmanship, and our Somersfield players performed exceptionally well.