Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Academy Takes up Govt. Offer of Dedicated West End Bus
Somersfield Academy is pioneering a scheme to cut traffic from the West End to Hamilton by having its own Government-provided bus for students. The scheme - the brainchild of Somersfield Academy parent Fiona Currie - is already thought to have taken more than 30 cars off the road during morning rush hour and now other private schools are calling for their own dedicated vehicles.
From Ivory Coast's civil war to Bermuda — one boy's perspective
Hamadi Gadio, a 15-year-old student at Somersfield Academy, shared his harrowing experience of the Ivorian civil war through a personal project. Born in New York and moved to Ivory Coast at age 11, Hamadi lived through the conflict's violence and disruption, including his mother’s workplace being destroyed. Now back in Bermuda, he presented his autobiography, receiving emotional acclaim from his peers and teachers.
Somersfield pupil's project gives $25,000 windfall to the Sickle Cell Foundation
Shakira Warner used her Personal Project to make a $25,000 donation to a charity helping those with a debilitating disease. She held an Auction of Bermudian Art along with afternoon tea at her family home in Bailey's Bay to raise money for the Bermuda Sickle Cell Foundation.
Somersfield Academy Students Urged by Alexis Herman to Pursue Advanced Degrees for Future Success
Alexis Herman, former US Labour Secretary, recently spoke to students from Somersfield Academy, emphasising the importance of advanced degrees in today’s global job market. She highlighted the need for early investment in education and training to ensure future success, noting that high school diplomas or bachelor's degrees alone are no longer sufficient.
Somersfield Academy Students Gear Up for Model UN, Represent Egypt and Promote Global Peace
Nine Somersfield Academy students are preparing to represent Egypt at the Montessori Model United Nations in New York. The UN Club, guided by Miss Wilkes, meets twice weekly to research and prepare position papers on topics like children's rights and poverty. Fundraising efforts, including themed events, support this educational endeavour. The experience aims to foster global peace, cultural exchange, and develop key skills
Somersfield Academy's Olivia Lunn Wins First Place in Fourth Belco Student Art Competition
Olivia Lunn, a 10-year-old student from Somersfield Academy, won first place in the Primary 6 category of the Belco Student Art Competition. Held at the Bermuda National Gallery, the competition saw a record 774 entries from 19 schools. With a theme of "Self-Portraits," Olivia's work stood out among her peers, earning her top honors in her age group.
Somersfield Student's Art Auction to Aid Sickle Cell
Somersfield Academy student, Shakira Warner, is arranging a special tea to raise money for a cause close to her heart - Sickle Cell Disease.
Somersfield Academy's Shakira Warner Will Represent Bermuda at World Scholar Athlete Games
At the World Scholar Athlete Games, Somersfield Academy’s Shakira Warner, 14, will participate in the theatre programme. An accomplished young actress, Shakira performed in her first play at just six months old and has continued her passion through various productions. Her involvement underscores the Games’ commitment to celebrating personal achievement and cultural diversity.
Somersfield: First School in Bermuda to Receive CESI Accreditation
Somersfield Academy has become the first outside Canada to receive official accreditation by the Canadian Educational Standards Institute (CESI). Ten assessors from the institute visited Somersfield Academy in Devonshire in April and unanimously voted to rank the school on a par with the best Canadian schools.
Somersfield Plans New Gym, Two-storey Building
Somersfield Academy has sought final planning approval to build a new gymnasium and classroom building to replace an existing external hard surfaced court area and will serve as a multifunctioning gym, assembly, drama and acting space for the complete actual body of the school.