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150th Anniversary
St Bonaventure’s School is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a series of exciting events and activities involving current students, staff, alumni, former staff members, friends and supporters of the school.
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"Pupils thrive in every way here. They succeed academically and are exceptionally well prepared for their next steps."
"The school’s values of tolerance, consideration of others and love are encouraged through all aspects of school life."
"Teachers are experts in their subjects. They present new information clearly and in interesting ways."
"Pupils are safe, happy and cared for at this school. There is a climate of respect and compassion for all."
"Leaders quickly identify pupils who struggle with reading. They waste no time in giving pupils the help they need to become fluent and confident readers."
"Leaders quickly identify pupils who struggle with reading. They waste no time in giving pupils the help they need to become fluent and confident readers."
"Thank you for helping my son to continue to flourish as a young man."
"It is amazing to see how the boys are developing into young men."
"We are proud of our son, and we are also proud that he attends a glorious school dedicated to the betterment of all students, thanks to all the hard work of the teachers and school staff that make this possible."
"As parents, we could see the care and pride taken in the learning, from end pieces of work like the art to work in class books."
"I am so proud to be an ex-pupil and to see the school now, how well it is run and the quality of the staff and pupils delights me."
"What an amazing group of students! Christ is really at the heart here."
"I wanted to express how well your young people are at representing themselves, their school, their generation and so much more."
"I would like to take the opportunity to say how delightful, respectful and interactive the students were. They were an absolute delight to work with! We have heard nothing but positive things about your school and your students, you should be extremely proud."
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Congratulations to our Year 10 Basketball Team, who defeated Redden Court School 109–78 to remain unbeaten this year! 🏀
The boys now advance to the quarterfinals of the Essex Cup.💪🏽
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It was great to have two of our distinguished alumni, Uriel Mofus and Shehbaaz Patel, return to share their invaluable experiences of securing competitive degree apprenticeships with our Year 13 students.
Uriel, now in his third year with Accenture, and Shehbaaz, securing a place at AMS ...Accounts, graciously shared their personal journeys and insightful strategies, imparting some excellent insights to the students.
Their discussion focused on crafting standout applications and excelling in the rigorous interview and assessment centre processes. Their first-hand advice provided aspiring students with practical guidance and inspiration.
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Our amazing student Emanuel shares a powerful poem to honour those who gave their lives for peace.
Lest we forget ✝️
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Our Deputy Headteacher, Mr Lewis, has been featured by the @catholicnewsagency, an American news agency, highlighting the impact of removing the bursary for trainee Religious Education teachers.â €
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“There is huge concern about the impact of this decision,” Mr Lewis said. “It now ...requires an even greater commitment to decide to train as an RE teacher — and for some, that will be a step too far financially.”⠀
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Members of the St Bon's community were privileged to join fellow Newham Catholic Deanery Schools, Canon Bob Hamill, @royalbritishlegion, other Newham Schools, Newham’s Mayor @rokhsana_fiaz and other dignitaries at the solemn 107th Anniversary of the Armistice at The Cenotaph, Central Park ...on 11th November.
Year 7 student, Reno was moved to say “It was an honour to be there to remember, give thanks and pray for all those who fell in The Great War, World War II and the other conflicts that have occurred since”.
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We paused to remember and pray for all who gave their lives in war including past pupils of St Bonaventure’s.
Guided in prayer by Fr John Mary Jesus and pupils, we laid a wreath of poppies at the memorial and held two minutes of silence in gratitude and hope for peace. Together, we gave ...thanks for their courage and sacrifice, praying that their example may inspire us to be peacemakers in our own time.
Lest We Forget