Football Tournament at Samuel Cody School, Farnborough, 26th January 2026

Polygon School took a KS3 and a KS4 Team to the tournament to play a range of teams from schools in and around the Farnborough area.

Both teams did exceptionally well in some very cold and tricky conditions, returning it in time for the end of the day

Well Done To All Boys Involved!

Polygon Patch winter update!

 A new Polytunnel has been purchased for the Allotment! This will provide an additional learning space that can be accessed by all pupils and staff. 

Engagement Pathways pupils and staff have began work to take down the old Polytunnel, and clear the space ready for construction when the weather improves.

Keep an eye out for more updates on the progress!

PSHE – Vaping Awareness

 

Year 8 students have taken part in some fantastic discussions around vaping and its health, financial, and environmental impacts. As a starter to the topic, students watched the Jordan North documentary, which sparked thoughtful and mature conversations.

Using LifeLab resources, students explored their own ideas and viewpoints, developing strong oracy skills as they debated key issues and organised their arguments effectively. All lessons fully adhere to the new 2025 PSHE curriculum.

One Year 8 group asked for the documentary link so they could watch it again at home with parents or carers:

👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001xj1p/jordan-north-the-truth-about-vaping 

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Foster.

No Limits KS4 - Drugs Education

 No Limits Organisation Visit - Session 1. 

This week, students took part in an engaging workshop led by the No Limits organisation, focusing on drugs, alcohol, vaping, and making informed choices.

The session included discussions on energy drinks, their ingredients, legal age limits (16+), and health impacts. Students also learned that speaking honestly to a healthcare professional is confidential and will not get them into trouble unless there is a safeguarding concern.

Key topics included the risks of mixing drugs and alcohol, vaping and nicotine addiction, and the health effects of substances such as alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, and ketamine. Students explored drug classifications, the ABC law model, and took part in interactive group activities.

Group discussions highlighted the short- and long-term effects of alcohol and nicotine, including mental health, physical health, cancer risks, and social pressures, as well as the serious risks linked to ketamine use. The real-life financial cost of drug habits was also explored.

Future sessions will cover quitting strategies, healthy alternatives, performance-enhancing drugs, illegal THC vapes, safer choices, and support.

A big thank you to Gerson, Sal and Emma for the engaging sessions today. 

All sessions adhere to the new 2025 PSHE curriculum. 

Any questions please speak to Mrs Foster or contact No Limits.

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External Provider: Climbing

Whilst on the Engagement Pathways, our pupils don't always manage to access Physical Education and sports, so including something on their timetables which replaces this is very important! We're always looking for fun new ways to integrate sport into our pupils timetables, whilst keeping them engaged. 

Jeff at Golden Gecko runs 1-2-1 climbing sessions with a few different pupils, and the Engagement Pathways boys have been enjoying doing something a little bit different but also facing some fears and developing personally as well.

Pupils are also able to gain AQA Unit Awards through different aspects of climbing which has really helped provide progression and show achievements whilst attending these sessions. Some pupils also travel by public transport which has been great for developing their independence too.  

MoHo Ho Ho, Merry Christmas!

 In the last week of term and the run up to Christmas, the Engagement Pathways pupils had some help getting into the Christmas spirit, with activities, festive trips and Christmas meals on the school site.  

The boys represented Morris House well at the Christmas dinner table and engaged well in all the festivities in the Personal Development and Engagement sessions through the week!

Santa Delivering Presents

Santa made a very special visit to The Polygon School to deliver Christmas gifts to our students! 🎅🎁

The excitement was infectious as students greeted him with smiles and laughter, and it was wonderful to see the joy on their faces as they received their gifts.

A huge thank you to DEOS for making this magical moment possible your generosity and support have made the start of Christmas truly unforgettable for our school community.

We wish all our families a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! 🎄✨