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!
The Montessori Approach to The Language Arts: Parts of Speech and Sentence Analysis
The Montessori programme incorporates a hands on approach to learning the nine parts of speech through the use of verbal activities, grammar symbols, grammar boxes, command cards and analysis of sentences. By engaging with the Montessori grammar materials, students are introduced to the various parts of speech and their corresponding grammar symbol in systematic order.
From Vision to Legacy: The Founding Story of Somersfield Academy
Founded in 1991 as Bermuda’s first Montessori school, Somersfield Academy began with a bold vision of inclusive, child-led learning. Now home to nearly 550 students and offering the full IB continuum, it continues to inspire independent thinkers with a global outlook and a strong Bermudian foundation.
Guide to Observing the Montessori Classroom
What should you expect when observing a Montessori classroom? This guide offers key insights—from the flow of movement and sound to the subtle ways children collaborate, concentrate, and express independence. Learn how the environment itself supports autonomy, community, and purposeful learning.
Honouring Our Roots: Bermuda Heritage Month Activity Day
This month, we are celebrating Bermuda Heritage Month! We’re excited to welcome several local legends to our Bermuda Heritage Month Activity Day on May 22. Primary students will rotate through cultural stations and enjoy traditional Bermuda games, while Children’s House students will join in the fun with classic island favourites of their own.
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.
The Power of the Montessori Peace Table
At Somersfield Academy, we believe in empowering students with the skills to navigate conflicts independently. The Montessori Peace Table is a simple yet effective tool that helps children build emotional intelligence, self-regulation, and problem-solving abilities. Learn how this approach fosters a calmer, more connected classroom where children resolve disagreements peacefully.
Somersfieldians Join National Hockey Teams for CAC Qualifiers
Five members of the Somersfield community are proudly representing Bermuda in the upcoming Central American and Caribbean Games hockey qualifiers in Mexico. Grace Lightowler ‘26 and Isaac Davis ‘27 will compete alongside PE teacher Megan Troake, and alumnae Georgia Harris ’11 & Chrysda Smith ’17 as part of the Bermuda national teams. The tournament runs from May 1–12 in Mexico, where Bermuda will vie for a spot in the regional games.
The Montessori Approach to Cursive Handwriting
We teach cursive because it supports how children naturally learn to read and write. Rooted in Montessori principles and backed by brain research, cursive builds confidence, improves literacy, and strengthens memory through purposeful, flowing movement.