Somersfield Academy News
M5 Students Take to the Water
M5 students took to the water for their first pilot gig row, continuing a Bermudian tradition dating back to the 1600s. The experience builds teamwork and confidence while connecting students to the island’s maritime heritage, reflecting Somersfield’s mission and values.
SA Golf Fundraiser to Support Bursaries
Somersfield is proud to recognise its title sponsors, Butterfield Group, HSBC Bermuda, Arch Capital Investments, and Carey Olsen, whose support anchor the event and significantly contribute to the success of the bursary programme at Somersfield.
Tigers Triumph At Secondary Sports Day
On Monday March 16, all secondary students took part in our annual Sports Day at the Bermuda National Sports Centre, competing for their houses—Tigers or Makos. Students showcased their skills in track and field events, including sprints, middle-distance races, jumps, and throws. Special mention to the Eoghan Homan Mile, held in memory of former student Eoghan Homan, with winners Jarred Jones and Evelyn Fahy. Congratulations to the Tigers, who claimed overall victory with 1408 points, while the Makos scored 1130 points.
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.