Somersfield Academy News
DP2 Students Present Visual Arts Capstone Projects At Rock Island Cafe
Somersfield Academy’s DP2 Visual Arts Grad Exhibition at Rock Island Cafe showcased Nico Bean, Hayden Smith, and Excell Jordan’s final works. From Nico’s dynamic acrylics to Hayden’s marine-inspired dot paintings and Excell’s detailed dinosaur studies, the show celebrated creativity, skill, and artistic growth.
Somersfield Students Compete at Public Speaking and Debate Tournament
Somersfield students competed in the 16th Annual Public Speaking and Debate Tournament at Warwick Academy. Jameson Feldman placed 2nd in News Podcast, while Djibril Aw earned 2nd in After-Dinner Speaking and 3rd in Interpretive Reading. Two debate teams also represented the school with dedication.
Gallery: International Day 2026
Somersfield Academy’s International Day celebrated the diversity that defines our community. Rooted in Montessori principles and the IB commitment to international-mindedness, the day reflected our Vision in action.
Strong Performances Across Boys and Girls at the BSSF Rugby Tournament
M1–M3 students competed at the BSSF rugby tournament, showing resilience and growth throughout the day. Both M2/M3 boys’ teams won matches, while the M1 boys showed courage despite setbacks. The girls shone, with the Great White Sharks winning the tournament after a strong, determined run.
Primary Students Show Growth and Team Spirit at Rugby Festival
Somersfield P6 students enjoyed a fantastic day at the Primary Rugby Festival at NSC North Field. The morning featured skill-building drills, followed by friendly matches in the afternoon. Students showed great teamwork, determination, and improvement throughout the day under sunny skies.
Investing in the Whole Child Through Community Events
Learning goes beyond academics, and school dances offer a safe, structured space for children to build confidence, strengthen social skills, and form friendships. These experiences reflect Montessori principles and Somersfield’s values of independence, curiosity, respect, and meaningful community engagement.
International Day Potluck: What Parents Need to Know
Our International Day is a joyful celebration of culture, language, and community. Below is a clear overview of what the day will look like and how families can participate in the potluck and celebrations.
This Week on the Court: Somersfield Basketball Recap
This week, Somersfield basketball saw thrilling games across all levels. Middle School Boys edged MSA 18–17, JV Boys battled back but fell 36–38, Middle School Girls faced a tough 12–6 loss, and Senior Girls improved to 3–0 with a 15–5 win. Strong teamwork, resilience, and Somersfield sportsmanship shone through.
Somersfield Reid Kempe Memorial Race Marks 10 Years
Somersfield marked 10 years of the Reid Kempe Memorial Race, celebrating the life of teacher, sailor, and environmental advocate Reid Kempe. Students of all ages took part in a memorial walk and race, 106 earned a grub day, and a bench was dedicated in Reid’s honour, located at the race starting line.
Somersfield Students Engage with Angie Thomas and Bob Teitel on “The Hate U Give”
M5 students at Somersfield Academy connected live with Angie Thomas and Bob Teitel to discuss storytelling, activism, and the impact of The Hate U Give. The powerful exchange deepened classroom learning and challenged students to consider voice, power, and their role in shaping society.