Somersfield Academy News
Welcoming New Educators to Somersfield for 2025–26
As we step into Somersfield’s 35th anniversary year, we’re excited to welcome a group of outstanding educators whose experience, passion, and global perspectives will enrich learning across our school. In the spirit of our year’s theme, It Starts With Us, these colleagues will help us honour Somersfield’s legacy while building the future together.
Traffic Route Procedures
Children House, Lower Primary, Upper Primary, MYP and DP drop off procedures.
Alumni Brings Somersfield Values to Marketing Internship
Desmond Crockwell’s summer role at LiveNet reflects the values nurtured at Somersfield Academy. From his M5 Personal Project to IB CAS, his journey shaped him into a socially conscious, independent thinker—now bringing creativity and purpose to LiveNet’s marketing team.
Parents Hold the Court in Season Finale Showdown
Who kept the bragging rights this year? Our Parent vs. Players basketball game closed the season with fun, energy & fierce competition. Catch the recap & see how our players, parents & coaches celebrated an incredible season together!
Denton Hurdle Awards 2025: Congratulations Carina Bortoli
Carina Bortoli '25 won the 2025 High School Girls Denton Hurdle Award! Congratulations also to nominees Eva Desjardins, Leo Hyland, Mia DaPonte, Maikel Dela Cruz & Gordon Smith for representing Somersfield with dedication, character & athletic achievement.
Donor and Volunteer Appreciation Evening
As the sun set over the DP rooftop, we gathered to celebrate our donors & volunteers. From powerful reflections to our first Volunteer of the Year award, the evening honoured those shaping Somersfield’s future.
The Montessori Approach to History Education
The Montessori history curriculum begins not just with events and dates, but with an exploration of time itself. This foundational understanding includes practical lessons on telling time, mastering the calendar, and comprehending the past, present, and future tenses—a skill set that seamlessly integrates with their language development.
Somersfield Shines at Primary Tennis Tournament!
On 12 June, our Primary Tennis Team brought energy, skill & sportsmanship to the National Tennis Stadium. From fun challenges to a thrilling all-Somersfield final, they impressed at every turn. Congrats to all players!
Secondary Summer Reading 2025
The school year’s almost over, but the adventure continues! This summer, M3+ will dive into Flowers in the Gutter—a gripping true story—before meeting author K.R. Gaddy in September. All M1+ get to pick an additional book Teacher Book Clubs.
Scholar Highlight: Kritik Rangta
Introducing Kritik Rangta, an M3 student at Whitney Institute Middle School and this year’s recipient of Somersfield Academy’s Equity & Merit Scholarship. Kritik’s academic journey began at Bermuda Montessori School.