St Simon Stock Catholic School

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Sunday 30 March 2025 Stocky Steps Up for The Big Lent Walk On Friday 28 March, students and staff at St Simon Stock Catholic School put their faith into action by taking part in The Big Lent Walk for CAFOD. Each hour, year groups took turns heading out to the sports field, where they were greeted by Lee from CAFOD. He shared inspiring insights into the vital work CAFOD does to support communities in need around the world. After hearing about these incredible efforts, students walked laps of the field for the rest of their lesson before returning to class, demonstrating both their solidarity and commitment to making a difference.
Friday 21 March 2025 Sixth Formers Explore Future Pathways at Apprenticeship Fair On Friday, 21 March, our Sixth Form students had the invaluable opportunity to attend the Apprenticeship Fair at the Leisure Centre in Mote Park.
Thursday 20 March 2025 Spreading Hope: Jubilee Candle visits St Simon Stock On Thursday, 20 March, St Simon Stock Catholic School had the honour of hosting a Celebration of the Word Service with our Year 7 students. A key highlight of the service was the presence of the KCSP Jubilee Candle.
Wednesday 19 March 2025 Year 10 MidKent College Day On Tuesday, 18 March, a group of Year 10 students took an exciting step towards their future careers by attending an open day at MidKent College.
Monday 17 March 2025 Celebrating Diversity: Multicultural Week 2025 From 10 to 14 March, St Simon Stock Catholic School came alive with colour, music, and cultural pride as we celebrated our annual Multicultural Week.
Friday 14 March 2025 GCSE Food Tech Students Serve Up a World of Flavours This term, our talented GCSE Food Technology students put their skills to the test in their final practical assessments, creating impressive three-course meals that could serve as an alternative menu for our school restaurant. Their challenge?
Monday 10 March 2025 National Careers Week 2025 From 3 to 8 March, we celebrated National Careers Week (NCW), a fantastic opportunity for students to explore future pathways and career opportunities. Throughout the event, our Careers Lead, Mrs Boulton, shared daily emails with parents, carers, and students, packed with valuable resources, including:
Wednesday 5 March 2025 Celebrating the GCSE Class of 2024 This term, we were delighted to welcome back our GCSE Class of 2024 for a special Presentation Afternoon, celebrating their outstanding achievements. Students, parents, and staff gathered to mark this significant milestone, joined by those who have since moved on to college or Sixth Form elsewhere.
Saturday 15 February 2025 Year 9 & 10 Students on an Unforgettable Paris Adventure This week, 55 Year 9 and 10 students had the incredible opportunity to visit Paris for five days as part of an enriching culture and language trip. This experience allowed them to immerse themselves in Parisian life, practice their French language skills, and explore the vibrant history and culture of France.
Friday 14 February 2025 Year 12 Biology students explore Ecology at Juniper Hall From Wednesday 29 to Friday 31 January, our Year 12 Biology students embarked on an enriching field trip to Juniper Hall Field Studies Centre in Box Hill.
Friday 14 February 2025 Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025! This week, we were excited to participate in National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), a fantastic opportunity to explore the wide range of pathways available to our students beyond traditional academic routes.
Wednesday 5 February 2025 Stocky Student Shortlisted for Prestigious Art Award One of our incredibly talented Year 13 students, Fallon, has achieved an extraordinary milestone—being shortlisted for the RI Coronation Award at the Royal Institute of Painters! This prestigious recognition places Fallon among the final 40 artists in a field dominated by private, grammar, and specialist art schools. Find out more about Fallon's journey, their stunning artwork, and what this means for their future in the world of art!
Monday 27 January 2025 Building Friendships Across Cultures! We had the joy of welcoming students and staff from Beijing No. 85 High School for an unforgettable cultural exchange. From classroom experiences to a heartfelt farewell assembly, friendships blossomed, and lasting memories were made.
Tuesday 14 January 2025 Year 11 Drama Trip to The National Theatre On 10 January 2025, our Year 11 Drama students, accompanied by three staff members, had the fantastic opportunity to watch The Importance of Being Earnest at the renowned National Theatre. The performance was nothing short of spectacular
Friday 10 January 2025 Class of 2024 Year 13 Graduation Evening At the start of this term, we had the privilege of welcoming back our exceptional Class of 2024 for a memorable evening dedicated to celebrating their remarkable achievements.
Thursday 19 December 2024 Can Appeal 2024 Success: A Heartfelt Thank You This festive season, our school community came together to support the Can Appeal, one of our key charity initiatives.
Wednesday 18 December 2024 Christmas Carol Service 2024 On the evening of Tuesday, 17 December, our school hosted its much-loved annual Carol Service to mark the final week of term.
Friday 13 December 2024 Christmas Jumper Day 2024 On Thursday, 12 December, our school came together to celebrate Christmas Jumper Day, with staff and students showcasing their most festive and creative knitwear.
Friday 6 December 2024 Poppy Appeal 2024 We are delighted to share that our school raised an impressive £152.19 for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, running from October through to the end of November.
Friday 6 December 2024 Maidstone Heritage Art Competition Winner We are thrilled to announce that Year 13 student, Joe, has been named the winner of the Maidstone Heritage Art Competition!