Stonar News
![A Week of Christmas Joy!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765472066/stonarschoolcom/jmygymq4e96assijpk0h/Christmas257.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765472066/stonarschoolcom/jmygymq4e96assijpk0h/Christmas257.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765472066/stonarschoolcom/jmygymq4e96assijpk0h/Christmas257.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765472066/stonarschoolcom/jmygymq4e96assijpk0h/Christmas257.jpg","width":1080}])
It’s been a wonderfully festive week across our School, filled with creativity, performances and plenty of Christmas cheer.
![A Fantastic Evening of Jumping at West Wilts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764944121/stonarschoolcom/og3wokmabjfgurz7vjle/westwiltsdec25.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764944121/stonarschoolcom/og3wokmabjfgurz7vjle/westwiltsdec25.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764944121/stonarschoolcom/og3wokmabjfgurz7vjle/westwiltsdec25.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764944121/stonarschoolcom/og3wokmabjfgurz7vjle/westwiltsdec25.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764944121/stonarschoolcom/og3wokmabjfgurz7vjle/westwiltsdec25.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764944121/stonarschoolcom/og3wokmabjfgurz7vjle/westwiltsdec25.png","width":1769}])
Eleven riders from Stonar jumped brilliantly at West Wilts Equestrian Centre, this week, with many individual successes.
![Prep School Shines in a Busy Week of Sport]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764943748/stonarschoolcom/vpu7aytxkj8iglm14uhr/Footballfestivaldec25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764943748/stonarschoolcom/vpu7aytxkj8iglm14uhr/Footballfestivaldec25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764943748/stonarschoolcom/vpu7aytxkj8iglm14uhr/Footballfestivaldec25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764943748/stonarschoolcom/vpu7aytxkj8iglm14uhr/Footballfestivaldec25.jpg","width":1179}])
Our Prep School pupils enjoyed a fantastic week of sporting activity, demonstrating enthusiasm, resilience and great teamwork across rugby, hockey and football festivals.
![A Week of Outstanding Sports Performances]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764941949/stonarschoolcom/vnjvsi7sonulfbezhbfj/RugbyDec25.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764941949/stonarschoolcom/vnjvsi7sonulfbezhbfj/RugbyDec25.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764941949/stonarschoolcom/vnjvsi7sonulfbezhbfj/RugbyDec25.png","width":800}])
Stonar teams delivered a fantastic series of performances this week, for both our rugby and hockey squads.
![Introducing Flowerpot - a colourful, multilingual AI companion!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764940122/stonarschoolcom/mxottk79kj9kqaymlomr/IntroducingFlowerpotDec25.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764940122/stonarschoolcom/mxottk79kj9kqaymlomr/IntroducingFlowerpotDec25.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764940122/stonarschoolcom/mxottk79kj9kqaymlomr/IntroducingFlowerpotDec25.png","width":800}])
This week, our Prep School pupils welcomed a very special new companion into their classrooms: Flowerpot, a colourful, multilingual AI companion!
![DNA – A Powerful and Provocative Performance]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764937169/stonarschoolcom/spkkf1wqzigl10mhacg0/DNADec25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764937169/stonarschoolcom/spkkf1wqzigl10mhacg0/DNADec25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764937169/stonarschoolcom/spkkf1wqzigl10mhacg0/DNADec25.jpg","width":800}])
Well done to the cast of our production of D.N.A. - a gritty, thought-provoking piece that our pupils brought to life with incredible passion and maturity.
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Izzy Criddle]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764694008/stonarschoolcom/sksnmxthvgljuczrzn4j/izzycriddle.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764694008/stonarschoolcom/sksnmxthvgljuczrzn4j/izzycriddle.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764694008/stonarschoolcom/sksnmxthvgljuczrzn4j/izzycriddle.png","width":541}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday we have Izzy Criddle. Miss Criddle is our Head of Swimming and Graduate Resident Assistant.
- Teacher Tuesday
![Year 9 Pupils Attend Globeducate Academic Olympics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764324997/stonarschoolcom/gb3znsoekxkmghu7bh1i/GEOlympics25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764324997/stonarschoolcom/gb3znsoekxkmghu7bh1i/GEOlympics25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764324997/stonarschoolcom/gb3znsoekxkmghu7bh1i/GEOlympics25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764324997/stonarschoolcom/gb3znsoekxkmghu7bh1i/GEOlympics25.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764324997/stonarschoolcom/gb3znsoekxkmghu7bh1i/GEOlympics25.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764324997/stonarschoolcom/gb3znsoekxkmghu7bh1i/GEOlympics25.jpg","width":2048}])
Year 9 pupils enjoy Globeducate Academic Olympics in Milan, joining others from across the world.
![Deepening Bonds with French & Spanish Pen Pals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764319908/stonarschoolcom/ah48xfbtsa36jkectact/EnglishNews800x6003.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764319908/stonarschoolcom/ah48xfbtsa36jkectact/EnglishNews800x6003.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764319908/stonarschoolcom/ah48xfbtsa36jkectact/EnglishNews800x6003.png","width":800}])
This term, pupils in language lessons across Years 4 - 8 have been deepening their cultural appreciation.
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Mike Serle]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764060674/stonarschoolcom/p9hnzmabjyuegbsaqx6t/MikeSerle800x600.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764060674/stonarschoolcom/p9hnzmabjyuegbsaqx6t/MikeSerle800x600.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764060674/stonarschoolcom/p9hnzmabjyuegbsaqx6t/MikeSerle800x600.png","width":800}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday we have Mike Serle. Mr Serle is our subject lead for Physics and Digital Learning.
- Teacher Tuesday
![Winners of the West Wilts Primary Schools Cross-Country Championships]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763976615/stonarschoolcom/hntjinr8d9lpgq0m9yr2/PrimaryXCChampionships.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763976615/stonarschoolcom/hntjinr8d9lpgq0m9yr2/PrimaryXCChampionships.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763976615/stonarschoolcom/hntjinr8d9lpgq0m9yr2/PrimaryXCChampionships.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763976615/stonarschoolcom/hntjinr8d9lpgq0m9yr2/PrimaryXCChampionships.jpg","width":1024}])
Well done to all those who represented Stonar and won this year's event.
- Prep School
![Stonar Musicians Shine at the Devizes Eisteddfod]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763570931/stonarschoolcom/r1zf46wxt6xaxiwudu68/DevizesEisteddfod.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763570931/stonarschoolcom/r1zf46wxt6xaxiwudu68/DevizesEisteddfod.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763570931/stonarschoolcom/r1zf46wxt6xaxiwudu68/DevizesEisteddfod.jpg","width":800}])
Stonar pupils from Year 4 to Upper Sixth delivered a week of outstanding performances at the Devizes Eisteddfod.
- Music
![Expanding Pathways for Our Rugby Players]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763546369/stonarschoolcom/w0aysuob11zto8vv8gnf/RugbyScholarships800x600.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763546369/stonarschoolcom/w0aysuob11zto8vv8gnf/RugbyScholarships800x600.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763546369/stonarschoolcom/w0aysuob11zto8vv8gnf/RugbyScholarships800x600.png","width":800}])
Last Friday, we were delighted to welcome Lewis McKissick from U.S Sports Scholarships.
- Senior School
![TEACHER TUESDAY: Becky Hillier]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763474828/stonarschoolcom/dwsna76rensnjtp90ohj/BeckyHillier.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763474828/stonarschoolcom/dwsna76rensnjtp90ohj/BeckyHillier.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763474828/stonarschoolcom/dwsna76rensnjtp90ohj/BeckyHillier.png","width":800}])
For this week's Teacher Tuesday, we have Becky Hillier. Miss Hillier is our subject lead for PRE.
- Senior School
![Adventure Training in the Brecon Beacons]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763471224/stonarschoolcom/fey78chw7wcj6qmit9yt/BreconBecons800x600.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763471224/stonarschoolcom/fey78chw7wcj6qmit9yt/BreconBecons800x600.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763471224/stonarschoolcom/fey78chw7wcj6qmit9yt/BreconBecons800x600.png","width":800}])
Last Sunday, 34 pupils headed to the Brecon Beacons for a challenging day in the hills.
- Adventure Training
The Stonar Way
![The Stonar Way 12.12.25]([{"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 reflects on the Autumn Term and bids a fond farewell to Sarah Burns, and warm wishes for a peaceful Christmas.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way reflects on a week in school life filled with emotional highs and lows.
- Stonar Way
Mr Way argues that being an 'academic' school is not about league tables but about offering the right opportunities for a diverse range of pupils.
- Stonar Way
Farren Drury MBE’s lecture showed how leadership begins with self-discipline and service, shaped by restoring education for children during the Bosnia conflict.
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way discusses the importance of gratitude
- Stonar Way
Gitta Sereny, a former Stonar pupil who fled Nazism, went on to become a renowned historian whose work reflects the School’s values of courage, empathy and the pursuit of truth.
- Senior
Mr Cole introduced pupils to Spot the Troll, inspiring thoughtful discussions on online trust, media literacy and verifying information.
- Stonar Way
![The Stonar Way 10.10.25]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760102030/stonarschoolcom/ulxsymtn2vxvxf7fkqgd/BonnieDHeadgirl.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760102030/stonarschoolcom/ulxsymtn2vxvxf7fkqgd/BonnieDHeadgirl.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760102030/stonarschoolcom/ulxsymtn2vxvxf7fkqgd/BonnieDHeadgirl.png","width":800}])
Our Head Pupil marked World Mental Health Day by highlighting the importance of positive mental health
- Stonar Way
Matthew Way discusses how Black History Month challenges us to reflect, learn and broaden our understanding of the past.
- Stonar Way
![The Stonar Way 26.09.25]([{"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}])
Mr Cunningham reflects on relationships, acts of kindness and significant moments in our lives.
- Stonar Way
Events
![Friday 15 May - Prep Open Morning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761907452/stonarschoolcom/zjuuki8l09oxfxc62ork/PrepOpenMorning.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761907452/stonarschoolcom/zjuuki8l09oxfxc62ork/PrepOpenMorning.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761907452/stonarschoolcom/zjuuki8l09oxfxc62ork/PrepOpenMorning.png","width":800}])
![Saturday 16 May - Senior & Sixth Form Open Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761907518/stonarschoolcom/tjgny78qscfpaweikmjq/SixthFormSeniorOpenDay.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761907518/stonarschoolcom/tjgny78qscfpaweikmjq/SixthFormSeniorOpenDay.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761907518/stonarschoolcom/tjgny78qscfpaweikmjq/SixthFormSeniorOpenDay.png","width":800}])
Explore the Senior School and Sixth Form Centre, meeting teachers, pupils and hearing from the Headmaster to discover more about life at Stonar.
![Saturday 26 September - Senior & Sixth Form Open Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763041719/stonarschoolcom/lp7kpzoeo1lfryufmjdx/SeniorSixthFormOpenDay2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763041719/stonarschoolcom/lp7kpzoeo1lfryufmjdx/SeniorSixthFormOpenDay2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763041719/stonarschoolcom/lp7kpzoeo1lfryufmjdx/SeniorSixthFormOpenDay2.png","width":800}])
Explore the Senior School and Sixth Form Centre, meeting teachers, pupils and hearing from the Headmaster to discover more about life at Stonar.