Somersfield Academy News

Celebrating Success: Fortnight of Mystery Readathon
In a remarkable literary achievement, the Fortnight of Mystery Readathon has not only captured the hearts of avid readers but also contributed over $13,000 to diversify the Margaret Hallett Library and classroom collections. The collective effort of our school community during the two-week Readathon resulted in an astounding 232,358 minutes or 161 days of shared reading, emphasizing our passion for literature and dedication to fostering a vibrant learning environment.

Small Business Saturday: Celebrating the Entrepreneurial Spirit at Somersfield
On Small Business Saturday, we are thrilled to redirect the spotlight to a different dimension of our community—the entrepreneurial spirit thriving within our own school family. Join us in honouring the dreams, endeavours, and unwavering dedication of our school community, as we recognise the extraordinary efforts of our families, alumni, and teachers who embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation.

Music Department Presents: Primary Holiday Concerts!
As the holiday season approaches, we are delighted to announce not one, but two spectacular Christmas plays that promise to fill our school halls with joy and laughter. Mark your calendars for two days of festive fun!

25 Festive Christmas Markets in Bermuda
We're thrilled to unveil our debut in the Bermuda Christmas market scene with our first on Saturday, December 2, from 5 pm to 9 pm. The evening will include the musical stylings of DJ Allstar, a tree lighting ceremony, a walk down Somersfield Holiday Lane, thrilling raffles, and much more. Let this blog post be your guide as we navigate the vibrant and joyful landscape of Bermuda's Christmas markets, infusing the air with magic during the most delightful season of the year.

Somersfield Mathematicians Shine Globally
Somersfield students have once again secured top global rankings in the November Caribou Mathematics Contests. The exceptional achievements of these budding mathematicians underscore the school's commitment to academic excellence.

SPTA Sponsors: ‘The Dangerous Truth About Today's Marijuana’ With Guest Speaker Laura Stack
Somersfield Academy will host parents from independent schools across the island to attend a youth marijuana prevention initiative. Laura Stack, CEO of Johnny’s Ambassadors sheds light on the perils of today's marijuana use.

Somersfield’s High-Performance Football Programme in Partnership with Vasco De Gama
Somersfield Academy, in collaboration with Vasco De Gama, is thrilled to introduce its High-Performance Football Programme aimed at nurturing young athletes and providing them with a comprehensive platform for growth and development.

How to talk to your children about the Israel-Hamas Conflict
Addressing the Israel-Hamas conflict with children can be a challenging but essential conversation.

Somersfield Safeguarding Students with MyConcern
New Somersfield Academy teachers and staff to be trained by Melisa Judd, Head of Student Support and Wellness, to use the platform MyConcern, a trusted safeguarding solution used by over 4000 educational institutions worldwide. Current teachers and staff already use this award-winning platform, recipient of the Queen's Award, was meticulously designed by child protection experts with backgrounds in social care, education, and policing.
