News
![A picture of Sarah Simmonds with her two children]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741606107/stonarschoolcom/bvnn0u0h6upgizwnab7e/TeacherTuesday-SarahSimmonds.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741606107/stonarschoolcom/bvnn0u0h6upgizwnab7e/TeacherTuesday-SarahSimmonds.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741606107/stonarschoolcom/bvnn0u0h6upgizwnab7e/TeacherTuesday-SarahSimmonds.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741606107/stonarschoolcom/bvnn0u0h6upgizwnab7e/TeacherTuesday-SarahSimmonds.jpg","width":828}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have Sarah Simmonds. Mrs Simmonds is one of our Chemistry teachers.
- Teacher Tuesday
![Stonar might be a perfect fit for your child]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741168070/stonarschoolcom/ndi6b79c1i8cmjcta4u8/StonarFEB2025-157.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741168070/stonarschoolcom/ndi6b79c1i8cmjcta4u8/StonarFEB2025-157.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741168070/stonarschoolcom/ndi6b79c1i8cmjcta4u8/StonarFEB2025-157.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741168070/stonarschoolcom/ndi6b79c1i8cmjcta4u8/StonarFEB2025-157.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741168070/stonarschoolcom/ndi6b79c1i8cmjcta4u8/StonarFEB2025-157.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741168070/stonarschoolcom/ndi6b79c1i8cmjcta4u8/StonarFEB2025-157.jpg","width":2200}])
If your child didn't get the secondary school place you were hoping for, there are still options - Stonar still has places in Year 7 available for September 25.
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Jenny Redsull]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741016718/stonarschoolcom/zwqmxxtaorhfvpiwydon/Stonar_13_3_24-469.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741016718/stonarschoolcom/zwqmxxtaorhfvpiwydon/Stonar_13_3_24-469.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741016718/stonarschoolcom/zwqmxxtaorhfvpiwydon/Stonar_13_3_24-469.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741016718/stonarschoolcom/zwqmxxtaorhfvpiwydon/Stonar_13_3_24-469.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741016718/stonarschoolcom/zwqmxxtaorhfvpiwydon/Stonar_13_3_24-469.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741016718/stonarschoolcom/zwqmxxtaorhfvpiwydon/Stonar_13_3_24-469.jpg","width":2200}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have Jenny Redsull! Mrs Redsull joined us in 2006.
- Teacher Tuesday
![Group of pupils in Iceland holding the Stonar flag]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740397251/stonarschoolcom/bsch7zm5ogedrk7hkklp/IcelandTripThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740397251/stonarschoolcom/bsch7zm5ogedrk7hkklp/IcelandTripThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740397251/stonarschoolcom/bsch7zm5ogedrk7hkklp/IcelandTripThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740397251/stonarschoolcom/bsch7zm5ogedrk7hkklp/IcelandTripThumbnail.png","width":1080}])
On Friday 14 February, a group of our pupils (Year 9 - Upper 6) set off on an unforgettable trip to Iceland!
- Trips
![Charles Darwin AI Chatbot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726148850/stonarschoolcom/oeacjeoqsopzdsaz0ads/Charlesdarwin.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726148850/stonarschoolcom/oeacjeoqsopzdsaz0ads/Charlesdarwin.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726148850/stonarschoolcom/oeacjeoqsopzdsaz0ads/Charlesdarwin.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726148850/stonarschoolcom/oeacjeoqsopzdsaz0ads/Charlesdarwin.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1726148850/stonarschoolcom/oeacjeoqsopzdsaz0ads/Charlesdarwin.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1726148850/stonarschoolcom/oeacjeoqsopzdsaz0ads/Charlesdarwin.jpg","width":2200}])
Highlighting Darwin Day with our very own Charles Darwin
- Whole School
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Austen O'Hanlon]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739287132/stonarschoolcom/gqkos6r8bt857gsdotjx/AustenOHanlon.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739287132/stonarschoolcom/gqkos6r8bt857gsdotjx/AustenOHanlon.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739287132/stonarschoolcom/gqkos6r8bt857gsdotjx/AustenOHanlon.jpg","width":744}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have Austen O'Hanlon. Mr O'Hanlon is our Head of Creative Faculty and joined Stonar in September 2014.
![Stonar Pupils Attend International Music Festival in Mallorca]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738852955/stonarschoolcom/klyykqz0m9xfdfeoigm3/GEMusicFestPupils.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738852955/stonarschoolcom/klyykqz0m9xfdfeoigm3/GEMusicFestPupils.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738852955/stonarschoolcom/klyykqz0m9xfdfeoigm3/GEMusicFestPupils.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738852955/stonarschoolcom/klyykqz0m9xfdfeoigm3/GEMusicFestPupils.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738852955/stonarschoolcom/klyykqz0m9xfdfeoigm3/GEMusicFestPupils.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738852955/stonarschoolcom/klyykqz0m9xfdfeoigm3/GEMusicFestPupils.jpg","width":2048}])
Pupils head to Mallorca to take part in International Music Festival
![Girl standing in front of a small plane]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738851304/stonarschoolcom/azqltydmuujz2aijaxco/800x600flyingclub.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738851304/stonarschoolcom/azqltydmuujz2aijaxco/800x600flyingclub.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738851304/stonarschoolcom/azqltydmuujz2aijaxco/800x600flyingclub.png","width":800}])
We are delighted to launch our brand new Flying Club for pupils in Years 6 upwards.
- Co-curricular
![Year 9 Pupils Discuss the AI Sustainable Cities Project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738769736/stonarschoolcom/e84rnotv6tdjkwpmftru/AlbaandBeaStonar.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738769736/stonarschoolcom/e84rnotv6tdjkwpmftru/AlbaandBeaStonar.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738769736/stonarschoolcom/e84rnotv6tdjkwpmftru/AlbaandBeaStonar.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738769736/stonarschoolcom/e84rnotv6tdjkwpmftru/AlbaandBeaStonar.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738769736/stonarschoolcom/e84rnotv6tdjkwpmftru/AlbaandBeaStonar.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738769736/stonarschoolcom/e84rnotv6tdjkwpmftru/AlbaandBeaStonar.jpg","width":1748}])
Alba and Bea explain what they've been working on as part of our latest AI project
- Senior School
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Sophie Hughes]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738664596/stonarschoolcom/sq7t6xyvvwmzvubimzss/SophieHughes.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738664596/stonarschoolcom/sq7t6xyvvwmzvubimzss/SophieHughes.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738664596/stonarschoolcom/sq7t6xyvvwmzvubimzss/SophieHughes.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738664596/stonarschoolcom/sq7t6xyvvwmzvubimzss/SophieHughes.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738664596/stonarschoolcom/sq7t6xyvvwmzvubimzss/SophieHughes.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1738664596/stonarschoolcom/sq7t6xyvvwmzvubimzss/SophieHughes.jpg","width":2200}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have Sophie Hughes. Miss Hughes is our Acting Deputy Nursery Manager.
- Teacher Tuesday
![Rugby Pupils Receive Masterclass from Bath's Tom Dunn]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738081303/stonarschoolcom/jx14oamvo4qnvf0lqmdt/TomDunnNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738081303/stonarschoolcom/jx14oamvo4qnvf0lqmdt/TomDunnNews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738081303/stonarschoolcom/jx14oamvo4qnvf0lqmdt/TomDunnNews.png","width":800}])
Stonar officially launches its Rugby Excellence Programme
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Matthew Thatcher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738054243/stonarschoolcom/dlw0lpr46gga80lg6h9c/MatthewThatcher.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738054243/stonarschoolcom/dlw0lpr46gga80lg6h9c/MatthewThatcher.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738054243/stonarschoolcom/dlw0lpr46gga80lg6h9c/MatthewThatcher.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738054243/stonarschoolcom/dlw0lpr46gga80lg6h9c/MatthewThatcher.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738054243/stonarschoolcom/dlw0lpr46gga80lg6h9c/MatthewThatcher.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1738054243/stonarschoolcom/dlw0lpr46gga80lg6h9c/MatthewThatcher.jpg","width":2200}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have Matthew Thatcher. Mr Thatcher is our subject lead for PRE.
- Teacher Tuesday
![Stonar pupil her horse indoors at a dressage competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737988029/stonarschoolcom/d4to8lxfjzkd1m7npsc8/LilyD_dressage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737988029/stonarschoolcom/d4to8lxfjzkd1m7npsc8/LilyD_dressage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737988029/stonarschoolcom/d4to8lxfjzkd1m7npsc8/LilyD_dressage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737988029/stonarschoolcom/d4to8lxfjzkd1m7npsc8/LilyD_dressage.jpg","width":968}])
Despite the horrendous weather, the pupils achieved some fantastic results at the TeamQuest Dressage Competition.
- Equestrian
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Olivia Harris]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737370128/stonarschoolcom/mokltrkmn2utvkloaiba/Teachertuesday-LivHarris.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737370128/stonarschoolcom/mokltrkmn2utvkloaiba/Teachertuesday-LivHarris.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737370128/stonarschoolcom/mokltrkmn2utvkloaiba/Teachertuesday-LivHarris.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737370128/stonarschoolcom/mokltrkmn2utvkloaiba/Teachertuesday-LivHarris.jpg","width":1200}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday we have Olivia Harris, our Art teacher and Assistant Houseparent of Hart House.
- Teacher Tuesday
![TEACHER TUESDAY: James Cole]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736845247/stonarschoolcom/itpxejihicb0rcqv1zxr/JamesColeComputerScience.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736845247/stonarschoolcom/itpxejihicb0rcqv1zxr/JamesColeComputerScience.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736845247/stonarschoolcom/itpxejihicb0rcqv1zxr/JamesColeComputerScience.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1736845247/stonarschoolcom/itpxejihicb0rcqv1zxr/JamesColeComputerScience.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1736845247/stonarschoolcom/itpxejihicb0rcqv1zxr/JamesColeComputerScience.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1736845247/stonarschoolcom/itpxejihicb0rcqv1zxr/JamesColeComputerScience.jpg","width":2200}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have James Cole. Mr Cole is our Computer Science teacher.
- Teacher Tuesday
The Stonar Way
![The Stonar Way 7.03.25]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1703067694/stonarschoolcom/iq7jjbyhhbmoh0vxagfi/Headmaster_StonarWay.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1703067694/stonarschoolcom/iq7jjbyhhbmoh0vxagfi/Headmaster_StonarWay.jpg","width":500}])
Matthew Way shares his excitement for the arrival of Spring and the upcoming events we have at Stonar.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way discusses the '30 seconds or less rule' and how it should be used as a guide for our daily interactions.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way explores the different types of loves recognised by the ancient Greeks
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way debates the use of smart phones in Schools
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way discusses the importance of teaching about democratic participation, fake news and misinformation.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way reflects on the discussions that took place at the GBIS Cluster meeting in Hampshire.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way congratulates the new Head of Sixth Form, Emma Cooper!
Matthew Way wishes pupils and parents a happy and peaceful Christmas.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way reflects on the importance of thinking about family in the lead up to Christmas.
- Stonar Way
![The Stonar Way 29.11.24]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1677682814/stonarschoolcom/kukrhuc9hf4xogzdf4si/Robedited.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1677682814/stonarschoolcom/kukrhuc9hf4xogzdf4si/Robedited.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1677682814/stonarschoolcom/kukrhuc9hf4xogzdf4si/Robedited.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1677682814/stonarschoolcom/kukrhuc9hf4xogzdf4si/Robedited.jpg","width":981}])
Our Head of Prep reflects on his experience of Storm Bert and acts of kindness.
- Stonar Way
Events
![Nursery and Prep Open Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726042609/stonarschoolcom/tlj6kc4k3u1fgx1q3zpw/Nurseryandprep_800_600.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726042609/stonarschoolcom/tlj6kc4k3u1fgx1q3zpw/Nurseryandprep_800_600.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726042609/stonarschoolcom/tlj6kc4k3u1fgx1q3zpw/Nurseryandprep_800_600.png","width":800}])
We look forward to welcoming you to our Nursery & Prep Open Morning!
![Senior Open Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726042992/stonarschoolcom/kjtipdwgcxkbayfmqumd/Senioropenday_800_600.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726042992/stonarschoolcom/kjtipdwgcxkbayfmqumd/Senioropenday_800_600.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726042992/stonarschoolcom/kjtipdwgcxkbayfmqumd/Senioropenday_800_600.png","width":800}])
We look forward to welcoming you to our Senior & Sixth Form Open Morning!