Somersfield Academy News
Honouring Tradition, Acknowledging History
November marks Native American Heritage Month, a time to honour the culture, history, and resilience of Native peoples. We recognise their contributions, reflect on historical injustices, and celebrate achievements through stories, music, festivals, and education, uplifting Native voices and traditions.
Somersfield Netball Success on the Road
Somersfield’s U16 and O16 netball teams earned strong League wins at Saltus, showing resilience in tough conditions. Diya and Naomi were named MVPs for standout performances. Congratulations to the players, and thanks to Alumni Shi-Vaughn Lee for coaching support.
Sharks Clinch Double Victory in Thrilling Matches Against BHS
The Somersfield Sharks delivered an exciting double win against BHS yesterday! Both the Under 13 and Over 13 teams battled fiercely, with nail-biting finishes of 6–5 and 12–11. MVPs Evelyn and Aniah, along with standout players Jeanne and Kate, shone in a display of teamwork and determination.
Under 13 and Over 13 Netball Teams Claim Victory Against Dellwood
The Somersfield Sharks dominated both matches against Dellwood Middle School today! The Under 13 team won 6–2, with Davi as MVP, while the Over 13s claimed an 18–7 victory, led by MVPs Anya-Aeleishe and Cali. Special praise to Evelyn for her last-quarter shooting brilliance!
Primary Boys A 6-a-Side Football Tournament at Shelly Bay Field
Somersfield’s Primary Boys A team brought energy, teamwork and determination to the BSSF 6-a-Side Tournament at Shelly Bay. With strong wins, standout goals and a thrilling penalty shootout, they battled their way to the semifinals. A proud performance and a great day of football.
Sharks Swim to Success at the Middle and Senior School Swim Meet
Our middle and senior school swim teams had a great day at the BSSF meet, bringing home 20 medals. Students showed strong teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit throughout the day. Thank you to the parents who helped make the event run smoothly.
Reflections on CAIS for Heads and Chair Heads Conference 2025
This week, Dennis Fagundo (Somersfield Board Chair) and Riki Teteina attended the Canadian Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) Heads and Chairs Leadership conference in Kelowna, Canada. Somersfield Academy has been part of CAIS for 20 years. Read reflections on the conference.
Why Reading Matters: How Lifelong Readers are Made
In our fast-paced, screen-filled lives, reading offers a rare kind of stillness. For children and adults alike, books build focus, empathy, and imagination — skills that scrolling can’t replace. Even a few shared pages a day can reconnect us, reminding us that slowing down matters. The Readathon is a great reason to make time to read together — one page, one story, one connection at a time.
Somersfield Expands Auxiliary Programme with New Camp Structure
Somersfield Academy is excited to announce the next phase of its growing auxiliary programme, a refreshed camp structure now fully managed and operated by the school. This evolution reinforces Somersfield’s commitment to providing enrichment planted in its core values, while welcoming both current and prospective families to experience the school during break periods.
7 Benefits of Participating in our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
As a parent at Somersfield Academy, you're undoubtedly familiar with the importance of supporting your child's education. One excellent way to do so is by participating in the Charleston Wrap fundraiser, run by our vibrant SPTA a time-tested initiative that offers numerous benefits for both you and the school community.