Somersfield Academy News
Minister Tinée Furbert Visits Somersfield
The Hon. Tinee Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development, & Seniors, visited Somersfield Academy for the TOYA ZONE event, engaging with students on challenges they face. She also toured the Design Lab, where M4 students presented innovative shelter designs addressing homelessness with sustainable solutions.
Writers Young and Older Join in RG Christmas Tradition
Somersfield Academy students celebrated remarkable success in The Royal Gazette’s Stanley Ratteray Memorial Christmas Short Story Contest. Cait Kirwan ‘34 won 1st in the 13 & Under category as its youngest-ever winner. Zarah Siddiqi ‘26 claimed 1st for 18 & Under, with Sophie Farrer ‘31 as a runner-up.
Victorious Finals: U16 & O16 Netball Teams Shine in League Showdown
The U16 & O16 Netball Teams triumphed in their final league games against Saltus. The U16s dominated, winning 19-7, with MVPs Ailey H (GK) & Naomi C (GA). The O16s staged a comeback to win 13-11, led by MVPs Kennedy K (GA) & Nishika B (C). A proud moment for all, marking an emotional farewell for our DP2 players!
Healthcare: a right, not a privilege
This insightful article, written by Zarah Siddiqi, a Year 12 student at Somersfield Academy and member of Bermuda Is Love, explores the critical issue of healthcare as a human right. Zarah highlights local and global challenges in accessing essential medical services and discusses initiatives aimed at promoting health equity in Bermuda.
Thrilling Victories: Somersfield U16 & O16 Netball Teams Triumph Over Berkeley
Somersfield’s senior netball teams scored double wins against Berkeley! The U16s dominated from start to finish with flying interceptions & epic shots. The O16s kept us on the edge of our seats, sealing a 17-16 victory in the final seconds thanks to skilled shooting & interceptions. Thank you to Debré Evans for umpiring!
Vibe 103 Interview Charlie Judd and Somersfield students: Roman Jones, Tahlia Wade, and Zarah Siddiqi
Head of Secondary Charlie Judd and students Roman Jones, Taliah Wade, and Zarah Siddiqi took to the airwaves with DJ Chubb on Vibe 103 to spotlight Somersfield Academy’s distinctive International Baccalaureate continuum and upcoming Secondary Open House on November 5.
Somersfield Student Competes in International Public Speaking Competition
Zarah Siddiqi ‘26 represented Somersfield at the International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition. The event featured 99 international students from the USA, Canada, and India competing alongside 16 Bermudian students. Zarah showcased her public speaking skills in categories like Parliamentary Debate and Dramatic Interpretation.
Zarah Siddiqi Shines in WeSpeak Teen Video Competition
Zarah Siddiqi has secured second place in the WeSpeak Teen Video Competition themed “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” alongside Keante Simmons in first and Sophie Kulkarni in third. The competition, inspired by the UN’s International Day of the Girl Child, highlighted the talents of Bermuda's young women, with Zarah’s vision reflecting inclusivity and hope for a brighter, more equitable world.
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.