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Walk to Jamaica Challenge
09 Jul 2026

The Junior Leadership Team (JLT) organised an ambitious Walk to Jamaica challenge to raise funds in support of communities affected by the recent hurricane. As always, the Barking Abbey School community rose to the occasion, and after a determined final push, we reached our target with just 10 minutes to spare! The challenge took place on Tuesday 7th July at the Longbridge Campus and Wednesday 8th July at the Sandringham Campus. During one hour of the school day, students walked as many laps of the school field as possible.
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Year 11 Prom
03 Jul 2026

Our Year 11 Prom was a truly unforgettable evening and the perfect way to celebrate the end of an incredible journey together. Students arrived in style, stepping out of an impressive collection of luxury and supercars, looking absolutely fantastic in their elegant dresses and sharp suits. It was wonderful to see everyone celebrating such a significant milestone with their friends, families and staff. The evening began with speeches from Heads of Year, Mr Cope and Miss Agathangelou, who reflected on the students' achievements, resilience and memories from the past five years.
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Nigeria Partner School Exchange Visit to Barking Abbey School
26 Jun 2026

Barking Abbey School had the pleasure of welcoming a partner school group from Nigeria for a highly successful and enriching exchange visit. The programme gave students from both schools the opportunity to learn alongside one another, share experiences, and build meaningful connections through full immersion in school life. From the very first day, students were paired with members of the Junior Leadership Team (JLT) and quickly settled into their roles as “buddies”. The structure of the visit meant that each visiting student from Nigeria followed the same timetable as their JLT buddy, attending all lessons together and experiencing a full day in a British secondary school setting.
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A visit from Karl Nova
08 Jun 2026

On Wednesday 20th of May, Karl Nova paid a special visit to our Year 7 students. Karl Nova is one of the UK’s leading poets and hip-hop artists delivering his work in his own unique, witty and energetic style. Born and raised in London, as well as Lagos, Karl always found it difficult to fit in. This reflects in his music because he speaks as one who knows what it is like to be on the on the margins, in a world where conformity seems to be the key in gaining acceptance.
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Federation Consultation
08 May 2026

The Governors are consulting the with school community on the proposal below to continue our very successful partnership with Eastbrook School and form a hard federation. The attached letter outlines our proposal and the consultation document contains the details on how to respond. Consultation meetings will take place with stakeholders in week commencing the 18th May and again in week commencing the 8th June. The consultation will close on Friday 19th June.
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Shortlisted for Subject Leader of the Year (Secondary) in the TES Schools Awards 2026
27 Apr 2026

Barking Abbey School Teacher Mrs Wright has been shortlisted for Subject Leader of the Year (Secondary) in the TES Schools Awards 2026 London, UK; Friday 24th April 2026: Mrs Wright, Head of Computing at Barking Abbey School has been shortlisted for this year’s Tes Schools Awards, which celebrate the UK’s most inspiring teachers and schools from both the state and independent sectors, following a record-breaking number of nominations. Since 2009, the Tes Schools Awards have celebrated the achievements of school staff and institutions across the UK. They bring together state and independent schools from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in one inclusive national event, recognising excellence across the education sector. The awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding work taking place across schools, celebrating the individuals and teams making a meaningful impact on pupils, staff and their wider communities.
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Ramadan Iftar 2026
13 Mar 2026

Barking Abbey School proudly hosted its third Ramadan Iftar, marking a significant milestone as the event expanded to include all year groups over two evenings. On Tuesday 10th March, students from Years 7 to 9 gathered to celebrate, followed by Years 10 to 13 on Wednesday 11th March. Across the two evenings, more than 350 staff and students attended, many dressed in elegant traditional attire that reflected the spirit and significance of the occasion. The evening began with beautiful Qur’anic recitations from students across all year groups.
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A’ja Wilson Visits Barking Abbey
09 Mar 2026

Barking Abbey School recently welcomed WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson to London as part of her European tour with Nike. The visit formed part of the global “A’ja Wilson Show”, celebrating the launch of her new signature basketball shoe, the A’ja 2 (A’Two). During her stop at Barking Abbey School, Wilson spent time with players and members of the basketball community, sharing her experiences at the highest level of the game and inspiring the next generation of athletes. The event highlighted the growth of women’s basketball and provided young players with a unique opportunity to learn from one of the sport’s most dominant stars.
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BA's Got Talent
23 Feb 2026

BA’s Got Talent was a spectacular celebration of creativity, confidence, and character, with over 250 students, families, and staff in attendance. The event took place on Thursday 12th February, and the atmosphere was electric from start to finish. Students took to the stage to showcase not only their incredible talents but also their BEST HABITS: Bravery, Excellence, Self-Discipline, and TeamBA. Every performer demonstrated true Bravery by stepping onto the stage in front of such a large audience.
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Under Construction Service
16 Jan 2026

On Friday 16th January, we were pleased to welcome Marcus Simon from Under Construction Service / UpSkillU, who delivered a series of informative and impactful sessions to our students on the risks associated with gang culture, county lines, grooming, drugs, and weapons. Marcus works as a mentor supporting young people who are either involved in gangs or at risk of being groomed into gang culture. He is also a football coach and the founder of a rapidly growing football academy. During the sessions, Marcus shared his powerful personal journey as a former gang member who was groomed from a young age, and reflected on how these experiences affected his later life as an adult and a father.
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