11 th EDITION
BBEY LENS June 2025 Vol 11: Issue No. Forty Excellence Through Partnership
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Tree running! Updated and new award.
WOODLAND TRUST Abbey School has proudly earned the Woodland Trust Bronze Award for its outstanding commitment to environmental education and outdoor activities. Students engaged in tree planting, wildlife exploration, and measuring tree growth, despite limited planting space on school grounds. The school partnered with a local farm to plant trees, giving pupils hands-on experience in real-world science and maths. The Bronze Award marks the first step in the Green Tree Schools Award programme, encouraging schools across the UK to protect and celebrate nature. Abbey’s achievement highlights its dedication to fostering environmental awareness and outdoor learning, inspiring future green initiatives at the school. AFPE Abbey has been re-validated, winning the coveted afPE Quality Mark with Distinction, recognising its outstanding commitment to Physical Education, School Sport, and Physical Activity. The award, confirmed on March 10th, 2025, praised the school’s exceptional teaching, staff development, and leadership. Judges were “delighted” by The Federation’s role as a regional PE trailblazer, highlighting its culture of continuous improvement and pupil involvement. The school’s dedication to sharing best practices and motivating students earned it the highest accolade. Mr Hayat & Miss Hinton celebrated the achievement, calling it a testament to the whole community’s passion. With this national recognition, Abbey is set to inspire even more young athletes and attract attention from education and sports authorities alike.
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