Somersfield Academy News
Addressing Grief: Resources for Teachers and Parents
School-based support and increased understanding are essential when a student experiences the death of a friend or loved one. While each student will be affected differently depending on his or her developmental level, cultural beliefs, personal characteristics, family situation, and previous experiences. There are some strategies that can be helpful in supporting bereaved students.
4 Ways Somersfield Builds Kindness into its Ecosystem
Somersfield Academy’s mission is to inspire socially conscious, independent thinkers. From Montessori start to IB finish, we make every effort to enrich a student’s individual experience with lessons on compassion and empathy. Kindness is built right into our vision and values. Here are just a few ways that we reinforce those values right into our ecosystem.
New Head Of School Starts At Somersfield
“Mr. Teteina possesses a thorough knowledge and broad perspective of educational developments, particularly about international education and an inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning. Somersfield Academy comes after a myriad of experiences in school leadership positions in New Zealand, London, The Philippines, and Thailand.”
Get to know Riki Teteina, our new Head of School
Riki Teteina, The Somersfield Academy new Head of School, has arrived in Bermuda. After a busy day of touring the school our Communications Team sat down with him to get to know him a little better. Here are 27 questions we asked to figure out more about Riki.
Somersfield launches App
Somersfield Academy has introduced a mobile app compatible with iPhones, Android, & Windows devices. It streamlines communication by delivering school updates, event alerts, & classroom notices directly to users’ smartphones or tablets, ensuring parents & students stay informed
Innovation & Partnerships for Educational Excellence
Somersfield Academy, in partnership with BEN, hosted the “Big Ideas Educators Event,” showcasing Dr Michael Reichert’s research on gendered learning. Focused on building connections & challenging stereotypes, the event highlighted Somersfield's commitment to innovation, inclusion, & community collaboration.
Somersfield Achieves 100% IB Pass Rate
Somersfield Academy achieved a 100% pass rate for the IB Certificate this year. Headmaster Jim Christopher praised the students for their exceptional performance and the faculty for their dedication. Somersfield’s commitment to high standards and student success was highlighted by this impressive result.
Somersfield Academy Awarded Gold at Healthy Schools Ceremony
Somersfield Academy received top honours at the Healthy Schools Awards, achieving the gold level for their dedication to promoting a healthy lifestyle. The school excelled in creating a healthy environment, integrating health education, and engaging with families and the community. Their commitment was recognised for its impact on both students and staff.
Students Showcase Creative Personal Projects in IB Exhibition
Nine students from Somersfield Academy's International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme will showcase their personal projects on Friday from 10am to 12.45pm. Projects include kite-making, a photo gallery with poems, a music video, a documentary on youth violence, soccer skills videos, original music, a mural, and a personal identity documentary. Each project integrates an 'area of interaction' such as community service or human ingenuity. The public is invited to attend and view these creative endeavours.
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.