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Welcome to our website and thank you for your interest in Cantell School. It is a great honour and an absolute privilege to have been the Headteacher of this wonderful school for the past seven years. We are proud to be a heavily oversubscribed, inclusive comprehensive school with a student body that reflects the wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community.
Harry Kutty, Headteacher
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Another wonderful year at Cantell has come to a close, and it's the perfect time to look back at some of the memories that made it so special ❤️
From everyday moments in the classroom to trips, performances, achievements and celebrations, this video is a reminder of just how much we've shared together.
In the words of Mr Kutty:
"Another successful school year has come to a close, and I want to thank every member of our Cantell family for your continued support, encouragement and partnership throughout the year.
This year has been one of achievement, opportunity and growth. Across the year, students have benefited from a wide range of educational visits, clubs, performances, sporting events, leadership opportunities and enrichment activities, alongside the fantastic learning taking place in our classrooms every day.
I am incredibly proud of everything our students have achieved and grateful to our staff, parents and carers for helping make Cantell such a special community.
Have a wonderful summer, and we look forward to seeing you all again in September!"
🎊 Our House Summer Showcases have come to an end!
The whole school came together to celebrate another year filled with memories, achievements and house spirit!
Thank you to every student, member of staff and House Leader who helped make these events so much fun.
☀️ Here’s to a well-earned summer break - we can’t wait to welcome everyone back in September! 💙
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As our #CantellFamilyTree continues to grow, we're delighted to introduce Mrs Bridges💙
We spoke to Mrs Bridges about what has kept her at Cantell for so many years, what she enjoys most about working with students, and the moments that remind her why she loves what she does.
Read the full interview below!
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💬 Interviewer: When did you start working at Cantell and in your current role?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: I joined Cantell in 2007 as an English teacher and qualified as a SENCO in 2013. More recently, I've taken on the role of Assistant Headteacher and Director of SEND.
💬 Interviewer: What has kept you at Cantell for so many years?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: In short - the students. Cantell is a wonderfully diverse community, and I love supporting students with a wide range of educational and social needs. I've also learned so much from students and families from different countries and cultural backgrounds. No two days are ever the same, and I've always felt incredibly supported by the staff here.
💬 Interviewer: What do you enjoy most about working with students in Thrive?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: I'm incredibly proud of our Thrive Hub and how it continues to grow in supporting students. The students are fantastic, and it's wonderful to see how eager they are to learn. I get a real sense of pride when a student understands something for the first time or achieves something they didn't think was possible.
💬 Interviewer: What is the most rewarding part of your role as SENCO?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: One of the most rewarding parts is looking back at the progress our students with SEND make during their time at Cantell. Seeing them on Results Day and recognising how much they've grown from Year 7 into young adults in Year 11 is always special.
I also love celebrating the smaller successes every day, whether that's learning something new in Maths, making a new friendship, or taking another step forward.
💬 Interviewer: What have students taught you during your time at Cantell?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: They've taught me never to give up and to be more resilient. Students often overcome challenges that seem impossible at first, and their determination is truly inspiring.
💬 Interviewer: Is there a Cantell tradition, event or memory that always makes you smile?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: I absolutely love Transition Week. It's exhausting but incredibly rewarding. Seeing our new Year 7 students getting to know each other, growing in confidence, and beginning their Cantell journey always makes me smile.
💬 Interviewer: If you could give one piece of advice to a student joining Cantell today, what would it be?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: Take up as many opportunities as you can. There are so many trips, visits and clubs to get involved in. I was lucky enough to support the school trip to NASA last year, and it was an amazing experience for everyone involved. You never know where opportunities like that might take you.
💬 Interviewer: Finally, if you had to describe Cantell in just three words, what would they be?
👩🏫 Mrs Bridges: Inclusive. Welcoming. Proactive.
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A huge thank you to Mrs Bridges for sharing her story with us and for the care, encouragement and dedication she brings to Cantell every single day. Her commitment to supporting every student and helping them achieve their potential continues to make a lasting difference across our school community.
Thank you for everything you do, Mrs Bridges! 💙
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Our Chair of Governors, Glynis Alexander, congratulates our Early Career Teachers on successfully completing their training and achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). A fantastic milestone and a well-deserved achievement! 🌟
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Wow… what an evening! 🎤🎶
Our Summer Concert was packed with fantastic performances, unforgettable moments and so much talent. Every student who stepped onto the stage should be incredibly proud of themselves!
Thank you to our students for their hard work, our staff for making the evening happen, and everyone who came to support.
We are incredibly proud of every single one of you 🌟
📸 The full concert gallery will be shared by Mr Jones, so keep an eye on your emails!
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Year 7 wrapped up their CTL celebrations in style! 🎉
Whether it was getting creative, taking on a challenge or simply having fun with friends, it was a brilliant way to celebrate the end of term 💙
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