ASPIRE
Cambridge University Access Tour
In March, The Cambridge University Clare College Access Tour visited the school. This
presentation was aimed at the more able students within Year 10 to encourage them to start
thinking about further education at one of the countries top universities. The event was not just
designed to encourage students to apply to Cambridge, but with the wider remit to ensure that all
students have the access they need when considering Higher Education.
This was a successful and invaluable opportunity for our students to talk to current undergraduates
about their experiences of applying for and studying at University.
Topics covered included:
How University works?
Next steps – how to maximise your potential in the coming years GCSE results and A level
choices
Life at University
Aiming for the Russell Group
Applying to Cambridge University - Why and How?
Aspire becomes Globus
Furthermore, the school’s Aspire provision aimed at our most able students is currently undergoing
a re-branding programme and will in the future, be called Globus. This name was carefully chosen
by some of our most able Year 7 and 8 students and it reflects the student’s aspirations when it
comes to their learning. They are setting their sights high with the understanding that knowledge
and education is a truly global factor and one they intend to succeed with.
Some exciting projects to look out for in the Summer term include a Year 8 STEM Day (Energy
Quest), a visit to the science department at Warwick University (Science Survival) and a STEM
day at Lawrence Sheriff School (Wind Turbine G.E. Project). Together with new projects being run
by subject departments – The Maths Challenge, English - Debate Competition, creative writing
competition, book discussion and spelling competition, Science – KS3 Science club and CREST
Award competition for KS3 students.
Warwick Sutton Scholars Success
Jasmine Cosgrove in Year 9 has just graduated from the Warwick Sutton Scholars scheme at
Warwick University. She has attended Saturday morning workshops at the University over the last
two years and has completed her independent research project. She will also take part in the
Cheltenham Festival of science.