A Celebration of Community and Togetherness

March 18, 2025/in MAW /by admin-trust

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A Celebration of Community and Togetherness

On Wednesday, 12th March, Mulberry Academy Woodside held a special Iftar gathering, bringing together students, parents, carers, and staff to share in the traditions of Ramadan. The event welcomed both Muslim and non-Muslim members of our school community, fostering a spirit of togetherness and understanding.

Iftar, the evening meal where Muslims break their fast at sunset, is a significant moment during Ramadan. Students began by breaking their fast with dates and water before coming together for the Maghrib prayer – the sunset prayer – held in the sports hall and led by Head Boy Faisal Alizadeh. Following the prayer, guests enjoyed a delicious meal and refreshments, thoughtfully prepared by the school’s catering team.

The evening was filled with meaningful conversations, reflection, and a strong sense of unity, highlighting the values of respect and inclusivity that define our school community. It was a wonderful celebration that reinforced the importance of coming together to learn from and support one another.

CMS x Mulberry UTC: Creating Pathways into Film & TV for the Next Generation

March 12, 2025/in MUTC /by admin-trust

We are excited to share the latest update on our partnership with Creative Media Skills Institute (CMS), which is helping to inspire and support the next generation of filmmakers! In February, we announced this exciting collaboration, which is a key part of our mission to support our students with practical, industry standard training in the world of film and television. Through this partnership, Mulberry UTC students are gaining hands-on experience and mentorship opportunities from professionals at CMS, which will equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to pursue careers in the creative industries.

Recently, CMS delivered a practical cinematography workshop at Mulberry UTC, where CMS tutor and cinematographer Jackie Teboul led a session on the impact of lighting on storytelling. Students were introduced to the technical aspects of lighting, including how light placement and contrast shape a scene’s mood and composition.

This is just one example of how our partnership with CMS is creating direct pathways from Sixth Form into the creative industries. We are proud to share that CMS has already welcomed its first Mulberry UTC student onto one of their programmes this year! Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Read the full blog post from Creative Media Skills Institute here.

Unleashing the Joy of Reading: Highlights from Our World Book Day 2025 Quiz

March 7, 2025/in MSG /by admin-trust

In honour of World Book Day 2025, our school library organized a lively book quiz that captivated students and sparked dynamic discussions about their favourite books and characters during tutor time. The atmosphere was electric as students eagerly showcased their literary knowledge, engaging in friendly competition and sharing insights about the stories they love. This event not only highlighted the joy of reading but also emphasized its power to connect us across diverse genres and themes.

As students participated, many expressed how the discussions ignited their enthusiasm for literature, underscoring the importance of cultivating a love for reading in our educational environment. World Book Day celebrates not only books but also the diverse voices that enrich our lives, reminding us that the benefits of reading extend beyond academics to foster empathy and creativity. The success of our book quiz reinforces the idea that promoting literacy should be an ongoing effort.

We aim to continue this momentum throughout the school year, encouraging students to explore a wide array of literary worlds and embrace the transformative power of stories. Let’s celebrate the magic of books every day and inspire future generations of readers!

International Mother Tongue Language Day

March 4, 2025/0 Comments/in MAS /by admin-trust

International Mother Tongue Language Day

On Wednesday 26^th February, staff and students celebrated the International Day of Mother Tongue Languages.

Thank you to our teachers who led workshops over lunch teaching students and staff about their mother tongue language.

Ms Mposa taught us that Lingala is spoken in the Democratic Republic of Congo together with French, Arabic, Swahili, Kikongo, Tshiluba and even more languages! Lingala is often called ‘La plus belle langue du monde’ meaning ‘the most beautiful language in the world’
Ms Hassan taught us how to greet people and introduce ourselves in Somali and she also taught us about some similarities between letters in Somali and Arabic. Mahadsanid means ‘Thank you’
Ms Fabian taught us the colours of the Romanian flag: albastru (blue), galben (yellow), and roşu (red)
Mr Kobler taught us how to introduce ourselves in German: Hallo! Ich heiße… Wie heißt du? = Hello! My name is … What’s your name?

For International Mother Language Day, a group of student leaders came together to create a video showcasing our love for our native languages. We highlighted the importance of connecting with our roots and taking pride in the diverse cultures we come from. We emphasised that these languages should not be forgotten but celebrated and embraced.

Students from various countries participated, speaking in their mother tongues and sharing their deep appreciation for their languages. It was an enjoyable and meaningful experience that brought us closer through our shared love of language and culture. Diana Lita Yr13

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Elephant class explores pond life at the Soanes Centre

February 5, 2025/in MWW /by admin-trust

Elephant Class had an exciting trip to the Soanes Centre, diving into the fascinating world of pond life. The children spotted creatures like tadpoles, water beetles and snails, observing their movements and habitats up close.

This hands-on experience perfectly complemented their Year 2 science learning about living things and habitats. Exploring the pond ecosystem helped them understand how these creatures survive and thrive in their environment. It was a fun and educational day that brought their science lessons to life.

Clifford Chance mentoring

July 18, 2024/0 Comments/in MSfG /by admin-trust

Since April, lawyers at Clifford Chance – one of the world’s largest law firms – have been working with some of our students to help them plan their futures. This mentoring programme enables Clifford Chance employees to volunteer to work with students to guide them in planning their next steps. Sessions can cover how to approach revision, what to study or pursue in the future, and how to find opportunities for work experience.

Breaking Down Barriers: Mulberry graduates reflect on MGP partnership

March 28, 2024/0 Comments/in MALD, Trust Featured Posts /by admin-trust

There is nothing quite like the buzz and excitement of a graduation day. Earlier this year, our partners at Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd, were delighted to help celebrate the graduation of the third cohort of Mulberry STEM Academy students.

Read Sara’s and Fahmida’s story on the MGP website below.

Trustees appoint Principal Designate for new flagship London Dock school in Wapping

February 6, 2024/0 Comments/in MALD /by Charlotte Sheridan

The Mulberry Schools Trust is delighted to announce that, following a rigorous and robust selection process, its Trustees have appointed Chris Harvey as the Principal Designate of Mulberry Academy London Dock.

Baroness Barran Visit

May 16, 2023/0 Comments/in MSG /by Breerha Alam

On Monday 15th May, the Mulberry Schools Trust and Mulberry Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science College proudly welcomed the Department for Education’s Baroness Barran, the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State and Minister for the School System and Student Finance.

The school was the fourth to join the Mulberry Schools Trust and Baroness Barran spent the day meeting with the school’s leadership team, visiting classrooms and learning about the school’s journey since joining the Trust. We were delighted to showcase some of our great work.

The day included introductions to the Trust’s incredible Mulberry STEM Academy, where Baroness Barran had the opportunity to meet with our young people and hear about their remarkable, life-changing journeys on this innovative STEM programme. This was followed by a presentation on the ambitious post-16 offer of the school, and a plenary which concluded the visit.

Throughout the day, Baroness Barran was inspired by the impressive student voice and student leadership she saw in practice from the young people from Mulberry Stepney Green. The experience was a success and left the school feeling empowered and motivated as they continue their invaluable work in service of the local community.

Life-changing work experience at Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix HQ

August 10, 2021/0 Comments/in MAS, MSfG /by admin-trust

On Tuesday 10th August, Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd released a video on social media capturing the life-changing work experience opportunity attended by our amazing #MulberrySTEM Academy students in July.

The Year 12 students from Mulberry School for Girls and Mulberry Academy Shoreditch, completed a week long residential placement at the headquarters of Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd in Brackley.

The students were selected following a rigorous interview process and all had an interest in studying engineering at university. During the week they were immersed in working life, from 9.00am-5.00pm, in full team uniform. They worked across five different departments including aerodynamics, test and develop, as well as design.

They also had the opportunity to professionally network with employees and senior staff.

This was a phenomenal and once in a lifetime opportunity and we are very grateful to MGP for making this happen.

All the students had such an incredible time and we are so grateful for the beautiful memory.

Watch the full video here.