St Simon Stock Catholic School

News

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!
Thursday 28 November 2024 John Downton Awards 2024 Winner We are thrilled to congratulate Beatrice, who was awarded the prestigious Drawing Award at this year’s John Downton Awards in the 11–16 age category.
Tuesday 26 November 2024 Porchlight Cheque Presentation Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome representatives from the Porchlight charity for a special cheque presentation, following the incredible fundraising efforts of our Sixth Form students and staff.
Monday 11 November 2024 British Army Careers Workshop On Monday, 11 November, we were honoured to welcome representatives from the British Army as part of our Careers and Futures Programme. The visit began with an informative talk where the Army representatives outlined the diverse pathways and career opportunities available within the British Army. Students learned about apprenticeships, roles in the regular and reserve forces, and the wide range of careers across all sectors of the industry, from logistics and engineering to healthcare and technology.
Wednesday 23 October 2024 Careers Fair 2024 On Wednesday 22 October St Simon Stock Catholic School held its highly anticipated annual Careers Fair, welcoming a diverse group of vendors and giving students a valuable opportunity to explore their future career paths. Attendees included representatives from universities, the RAF, Kent Police, FCC Environment, British College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bellway, Gallagher Group, Scania, College of ESports, Whitehead Monckton Law, The Electrical Academy, Natwest Group, UK Electronics Skills Foundation (UKESF) and RDT Limited.
Friday 18 October 2024 11 Stocky Students Shortlisted for John Downton Award 2024 We are thrilled to announce that eleven of our students have been shortlisted for the John Downton Award for Young Artists 2024. This is a remarkable achievement, and we are incredibly proud of the following students.
Wednesday 16 October 2024 Kent Police Visit Inspires Year 12 & Year 13 Criminology Students On Wednesday 16 October, our Year 12 and Year 13 Criminology students had the exciting opportunity to welcome two officers from Kent Police - Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Talboys and Sergeant Claire Boichat. As part of our Careers & Futures program, the officers shared their personal experiences within the force and discussed the diverse range of career options available within Kent Police.
Tuesday 15 October 2024 Sixth Form Students Support Porchlight's 50th Anniversary with Sleepout Fundraiser Our Sixth Form students, along with some dedicated staff members, recently took part in the Porchlight Sleepout to raise awareness and funds for homelessness.
Thursday 22 August 2024 GCSE Results Days 2024 The St Simon Stock Catholic School community would like to congratulate our Year 11 cohort on another set of excellent results.
Thursday 15 August 2024 A Level Results 2024 St Simon Stock Catholic School A Level Results 2024
Monday 22 July 2024 Year 12 Students Explore UCAS Discovery Day at Detling Showgrounds Earlier this term, our Year 12 students embarked on an insightful journey to the UCAS Discovery Day held at Detling Showgrounds.
Friday 19 July 2024 Celebrating Our Fundraising Success: Over £4000 Raised for Charity! This academic year, we are thrilled to announce that we have raised over £4,200 for charity. This significant achievement is a testament to the generosity and community spirit of our students, staff, and supporters.
Tuesday 16 July 2024 Stocky success in KCSP Art competition We are delighted to share the news that in a competition that was open to all Catholic schools in Kent, Stocky secured pretty much a clean sweep!
Friday 12 July 2024 Art, Design and Photography Exhibition '24 The St Simon Stock 2024 Summer Exhibition showcased the creative abilities of our recently departed Year 13 Art and Photography students and our up-and-coming Year 12's.
Friday 12 July 2024 End of Year Production: Mermaid by Polly Teale On 10 and 11 July, our school was spellbound by the captivating performances in our end of year production of Mermaid by Polly Teale. The stage came alive with incredible acting and beautiful singing, showcasing the immense talent and hard work of our students.
Wednesday 10 July 2024 Careers in Context Day: Unravelling the Mystery On Wednesday, 10 July, our Year 10 students embarked on an intriguing and educational journey during our Careers in Context Day. The day was designed to engage students in a practical and immersive experience, blending learning with a thrilling 'murder mystery' challenge.
Friday 5 July 2024 HOKH Shaun the Sheep Trail is now Live! I am excited to share with you the HOKH Shaun the Sheep Trail is now Live! Everyone is welcome to participate in the Trail and help us raise funds for Heart of Kent Hospice (HOKH).
Wednesday 19 June 2024 Turing Scheme Trip to Berlin: A Memorable End to the Year Our fourth and final Turing Scheme Trip for this academic year took our students to the vibrant city of Berlin, and it was an unequivocal success. The students were exemplary in every sense, fully embracing the experience of independence, skill-building, and cultural immersion.
Friday 17 May 2024 Year 9 Retreat to Kintbury This four-day retreat offered our students a much-needed break from their busy lives, providing a unique opportunity for reflection and personal growth. The retreat centred around the themes of Awareness, Reconciliation, and Good News.
Thursday 9 May 2024 DofE Bronze Practice Expedition Over the weekend of the 4 and 5 May, our Bronze DofE students took part in their practice expedition. The students and their group leaders spent two days developing navigation skills, learning camp craft, and most importantly, improving their team work.