Our Sixth Form students are currently on a two-week immersive experience in Cambodia, where they are actively engaging in sustainability and global citizenship through hands-on volunteering. As part of the Challenges Abroad programme, funded by the Turing Scheme and delivered in partnership with the FutureSense Foundation, students are working closely with local primary schools, supporting education initiatives, and contributing to sustainable projects such as tree planting and vegetable gardening. (more…)
We were excited to host a Spectroscopy in a Suitcase (SIAS) workshop for our Year 13 chemistry students, led by Peter Hoare, the Chemistry Outreach Officer from Newcastle University. This workshop, developed by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), brought advanced spectroscopic techniques into our classroom. Students had the opportunity to use a real infrared (IR) spectrometer and analyze NMR spectra, which helped them apply their classroom knowledge to real-life problem-solving. (more…)
We are delighted to share some of the presentations our Year 7 and Year 9 students prepared for the Celebrate Speaking Festival 2025. They have chosen either one of the languages they are learning at Alperton Community School or the language they speak in their communities. Speaking a Modern Foreign Language confidently and coherently is an important part of the curriculum but also a significant part of linguistic and cultural development for all learners of languages. (more…)
On Wednesday, 19 March, students from Year 7 to Year 10 at Alperton Community School staged an outstanding production of Peter Pan JR to a live audience. With over 50 students participating, the performance showcased the incredible talent within our school. The vibrant, creative energy and passion from the performers were evident, making the evening a truly memorable experience for all who attended. (more…)
Huge congratulations to our Year 10 Young Enterprise students for their incredible achievement at Brent Cross Shopping Centre! At their third sales event, they competed against Year 12 students from other schools and still came out on top, winning Best Company! (more…)
Last week, a group of selected Year 9 students took part in the Magistrates’ Court Competition. The students prepared meticulously for the event, performed well as a team and produced some fine individual performances. Thanks to Ritesh for his support on Saturday and to Ms Green and Ms Lopez and all the staff for their support during the preparation stage.Ā We are grateful to Tim Harris JP for his induction, and to parents for supporting the project. (more…)
Three of our Year 13 Textiles students took part in the World Final of the Junk Kouture competition that took place in Dublin at the beginning of March. Junk Kouture is a global fashion competition where participants are required to produce garments from recycled materials. (more…)
On Tuesday 25 February, a group of Year 12 students, including myself, were selected to visit the prestigious University of Cambridge on one of its Year 12 Visit Days.
Upon arrival, we were greeted by a lovely member of the admissions team who escorted us to Sibilla Room, where all of the sessions of the day were delivered. Our first session comprised of an introduction of the university itself, the different courses that are offered, the different colleges, and what the life of a Cambridge student is like. I found this session particularly informative. (more…)
On Friday 7 March, our History Department organised a fantastic Castle Exhibition in our Ealing Road library. For a second year running, our brilliant new Year 7 cohort were tasked with producing their own motte and bailey castles. In addition to an amazing selection of works made of tissue, card, paper and even pink glitter, some equally intricate Minecraft castles were entered into the competition. (more…)
On Tuesday 11 March, Daniel Simonsen, the Young Tree Champion Regional Lead for London visited our school and conducted an amazing workshop for our KS3 Eco committee representatives. (more…)
