Celebrating Innovation, Achievement and Looking Ahead
This week has been filled with remarkable achievements across our school, showcasing the talent, curiosity, and commitment of our students. I am delighted to share some of the highlights.
Year 9 Girls Win Net Zero Competition
A huge congratulations to our exceptional group of Year 9 girls, who have been crowned winners of this year’s Bradford Net Zero Competition. Their success reflects their scientific curiosity, teamwork, and passion for sustainability.
Day One: Exploring Future Solutions Students explored renewable futures through hands-on workshops, including:
- Building wind turbines
- Producing hydrogen in the STEM lab
- Investigating sustainable technologies
Day Two: Presenting a ‘Net Zero Island’ The team presented their Net Zero Island vision to judges from Yorkshire Water, Northern Power, and Bradford Council. After weeks of Wednesday after-school preparation, they delivered a professional, articulate, and inspiring presentation. Judges praised:
- Their teamwork
- Their clarity
- Their passion and professionalism
We could not be prouder. Well done to them all.
BEBRAS Computational Thinking Challenge 2024 – GOLD AWARDS FOR BECKFOOT STUDENTS
We celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students in the Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge 2025, run in association with Oxford University.
- Best in School Awards Aarav M, Jason A, Thomas M, Billy C, Rudy G-K
- Senior Category – Gold Certificates Billy C, Reuben H, Jahmar T, Zachary M, Loganigilesh K, Ijlal U, Joseph B, Jack B, Seb C
- Intermediate Category – Gold Certificates George T, Benji M, Henry S, Ralph G, Callum B, Thomas M, Joshua W, Benji L, Jack N, Bruce V, Sonny J, Albert W, Emily S, Zac A, Annie N, Kihara M, Naomi C, Grace S, Isabella P, Tom P, Katie B, Gabriel K, Rayyan R, Subhan M, Abigail B, Jason A, Alfie B, Alex F, Caitlin R
- Junior Category – Gold Certificates Aarav M, Alex S, Ralph B, Harvey C, Jack M, Winnie V, Nathan G, Ben P, Hashir-Yahya A, Sam H, Theo S, Noah J, Hannah E, Lily N, Lana H, Ben S, Finlay H, Alexis Y-H
These Gold certificates place our students in the top 10% nationally, and they have earned an invitation to participate in an additional challenge this summer. Well done to all involved!
Model United Nations – Year 10 Debate on the Rohingya Crisis
Our Year 10 students took part in a thought-provoking Model UN debate, discussing a resolution calling for the cessation of violence against the Rohingya people.
Their maturity, compassion, and thoughtful arguments were outstanding. They spoke with confidence, listened respectfully, and handled a complex humanitarian topic with great sensitivity.
Trip to Manchester – Women’s Champions League
On Wednesday evening, over 50 staff and students travelled to the Progress with Unity stadium in Manchester to watch Manchester United vs Lyon in the Women’s Champions League.
Despite the 0–3 result, it was a fantastic evening. Staff and stewards commented on how wonderful our students were—polite, engaged, and a true credit to the school.
We are thrilled to offer these opportunities to experience elite sport, and we are incredibly grateful to Ms Holmes and all staff involved for making this memorable trip possible.
PE Wider Learning Day – Year 9
On Thursday, our Year 9 students took part in a fantastic PE Wider Learning Day, spending the day off timetable exploring sport in new and exciting ways.
They experienced a broad range of sessions, including:
- Physiotherapy
- Nutrition in sport
- Sports development
- Media in sport
- Personal training
- Practical, activity-based workshops
Students were enthusiastic, engaged, and a pleasure to work with throughout the day. A huge thank you to Mr Owan and the PE team for bringing such a special day to life.
Trampolining Success
We are proud to celebrate the achievements of Olivia N and Emily T, who represented the school at the Yorkshire Schools Trampoline Competition.
Emily competed in the Advanced category and Olivia in the Elite category, both as the youngest competitors in their sections.
They performed brilliantly, and Olivia has qualified for the National rounds after finishing 5th overall. Congratulations to both students for their exceptional performances.
Beckfoot Student Leadership Elections
Today marks the Beckfoot Student Leadership (BSL) elections. Following months of hustings and campaigning, our entire student body will cast their votes, experiencing the British Value of democracy first-hand.
Over 1,600 students will participate, gaining insight into what it feels like to vote and shape leadership at Beckfoot.
I am excited to see the results announced next week. To all candidates and campaigners, thank you for your hard work. I look forward to working with the new BSL team throughout 2025–26.
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Events & Celebrations
Year 7 Spelling Bee Competition: Today our linguists will compete in Modern Foreign Language spelling challenges against other schools, aiming to retain last year’s trophy.
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Next week promises to be a wonderful week: Autumn Term Red Carpet Events Over 90% of students will be recognised for excellent attendance, attitude to learning, and contributions to Beckfoot.
Annual Christmas Lunch: Next Wednesday will be our annual Christmas dinner for students. It is always a really lovely experience and one we really look forward to. For those who do not enjoy a hot meal, the usual array of options will be available.
‘Annual Christmas Concert: ‘Beck the Halls’ Next Wednesday and Thursday, over 230 performers will take part in this year’s concert—the largest ever—promising two evenings of festive music and cheer.
And thank yous
Year 11 GCSE Parents Evening A huge thank you to parents and carers for attending last night. With over 93% attendance, it was wonderful to celebrate the dedication of our students and share key advice to help them achieve amazing results next summer.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It is a privilege to celebrate the accomplishments, opportunities, and growth of our students each week, and next week is shaping up to be an exceptionally memorable one.
Take Care
Simon Wade – Headteacher
