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			<title><![CDATA[A Night to Remember: Barton Court Delivers One of Its Best Spring Concerts Yet]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court hosted our annual Spring Concert on Thursday 26 March and what an inspirational evening it was!

Over 80 students from across all year groups took part in the concert, performing an exciting and varied programme that included music by Holst, The Beatles, Metallica and Cab Calloway, as well as popular musical theatre favourites.

A particular highlight of the evening was the impressive...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 2 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Places for Year 11 Students â Important Information]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The KentChoices Team has started to issue this week the &lsquo;Action Required: Plans for September and using KentChoices&rsquo; letter to all Year 11 students. This communication is designed to support young people as they plan their next steps and ensure they make informed decisions about Sixth Form and post-16 pathways.

The letter aims to:


	Remind students to accept or decline any offers the...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Celebrates Fourth Consecutive Win at Prestigious John Downton Awards]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Following our announcement that eight exceptional young artists from Barton Court were shortlisted for the prestigious John Downton Awards &ndash; an annual celebration recognising and encouraging the creative talents of young people in Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media and Photography &ndash; we are delighted to share that Barton Court has won Best School for the fourth consecutive year.

Adding to...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Student Maya Wins Prestigious Young Artist Award]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to announce that Maya has been awarded the highly respected Young Artist Award, a bi-annual competition open to young creatives aged up to 25 years old across the South East of England.

The award aims to provide emerging artists with both recognition and opportunity, offering winners the chance to exhibit their work in the temporary galleries of the County Town&rsquo;s Museum &nd...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Young Musician of the Year 2026]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to celebrate the outstanding talent showcased at this year&rsquo;s Barton Court Young Musician of the Year competition on Thursday 5 February. Congratulations to all our Year 7 and Year 8 students who took part &ndash; many of whom stepped onto the stage as solo performers for the very first time. Their confidence, commitment and musicality were truly inspiring.

We also extend ou...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Students Shine in National Watercolour Competition]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Four students from Barton Court Grammar School have been recognised in the prestigious Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award, a UK wide competition celebrating exceptional young artists aged 11&ndash;18.

The annual competition, organised by the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours, highlights excellence in water based media. Entries are judged by three disting...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Excellence: Awards Evening 2025]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Our annual Awards Evening took place on Wednesday 17 December 2025, at Woolf College, University of Kent. This year&rsquo;s event was bigger and better than ever, expanding beyond GCSE and A Level prize winners to include students from Years 8&ndash;13. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the outstanding academic achievements of the past year and to honour recipients of our citizenship pri...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Creativity: Eight Talented Students Shortlisted for the John Downton Awards]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to announce that eight incredible young artists from Barton Court have been shortlisted for the prestigious John Downton Awards &ndash; a celebration of creativity and artistic achievement across Kent.

The John Downton Awards, now marking their 25th anniversary, honour the life and work of John Downton, the celebrated Kent artist, poet and philosopher. First organised in 2000 at t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[MP Hosts Question Time Event for Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Last week, students from Barton Manor School and Barton Court Grammar School had the valuable opportunity to take part in an informative Q&amp;A session with local leaders about issues shaping life in Canterbury.

This event came about as a result of a Trust Eco School event in the summer, attended by students from Barton Court Grammar School, Barton Manor School and The Charles Dickens School, wh...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Symphony of Tradition: Barton Court's Annual Carol Service and Winter Concert]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Music Department has had a busy few weeks, preparing for the annual Carol Service in Canterbury Cathedral (3&nbsp;December) and the Winter Concert (4&nbsp;December). The events featured 90 students from across Years 7 to 13, both within whole school ensembles, small groups and as soloists.

Both events played to a full house, with students showcasing exceptional creativity, impressive performa...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Art in Focus: Year 7 and 8 Students Impress with their Creativity]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Art Department at Barton Court would like to showcase some excellent work by Year 7 and 8 students this academic year.

Students in Year 7 have been learning how to use tone when drawing, to create an illusion of depth and form as well as learning about colour theory in a painting project.

Year 8 students have learnt to draw a self-portrait using a grid method to ensure accurate shapes and pr...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Thinking at the Heart of Learning: Barton Court Achieves Re-accreditation]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[At Barton Court Grammar School, we believe that education is more than the sum of the subjects taught. It is also about what you learn and how you learn. BCGS was re-accredited in this month as an Advanced Thinking School, one of a small number in the county.

Research by the Sutton Trust has shown that when students understand how they think and learn they make greater progress and become more re...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Hits the Right Note with Music Mark Recognition!]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School is delighted to announce that the School has been awarded the upper level of recognition at Music Mark: The Music Mark of Recognition for Ambition &amp; Quality

This Music Mark recognition celebrates schools that demonstrate a clear commitment to providing high-quality music&nbsp;education for all students. This is now a mark of quality.

By accepting this, we have ple...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Students Inspiring Visit to the National Gallery]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Yesterday Sixth Form Art students enjoyed a trip to London to visit the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery where they viewed the Taylor Wessing Portrait Prize on the day the show opened, along with all the great masters housed at the National Gallery, providing them with a wealth of inspiration for their coursework.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Rocks at Canterbury Music Event]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Friday 31 October, the Barton Court Rock Band participated in the &#39;Contraband&#39; engagement project &ndash; a&nbsp;live music initiative for young musicians (aged 14-21) in the Canterbury district. The event saw bands from schools perform for industry professionals.

The Barton Court Rock Band were the youngest participants by some margin, but played brilliantly, treating the audience to...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Flying Success for Sixth Form Student]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Flying Success for Sixth Form Student 

One of our Sixth Form students, Oscar in Year 12, has recently attended The Air League&rsquo;s Scholarship Awards Reception which took place at the Royal Aeronautical Society in London. The event was a celebration of achievements for all 2025 Scholars, their families and training partners.

Founded in 1909, The Air League is the UK&rsquo;s leading aviation,...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Sixth Former is Finalist in Canterbury Music Competition]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Euan (Year 12) who this week was a finalist in the Canterbury Festival Young Musician Bursary Competition. Euan and six other young musicians were chosen from an extensive pool earlier in the year and then on Tuesday 28 October got the chance to perform in the Colyer-Fergusson Hall at the University of Kent.

The performance standard was extremely high and Euan played his acoust...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Celebrates Black History Month 2025]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School is&nbsp;incredibly proud to have held its first Black History Month celebration on Friday 17 October. This was organised by the Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Society.

Led by Year 13 students, the students reflected on the importance of black history and its contribution to society. Students enjoyed poetry from Maya Angelou, Benjamin Zephaniah and Caleb Femi, as well...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Another Successful Spanish Exchange Trip to Madrid]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court students have just returned home from Madrid as part of the Spanish Exchange programme. They had a fantastic and sunny week, enjoying cultural visits to local places of interest and fun activities, as well as time spent in the classroom and tasting Spanish dishes. A great time was had by all.

The students represented Barton Court amazingly, and their engagement and behaviour during t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[More Good News with GCSE Results Today]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Today we are celebrating the achievement of our Year 11 students who received their GCSE examination results in school this morning. We are delighted that the hard work put in by our students has seen the vast majority of Year 11 achieve very highly. Our 2025 cohort have secured outstanding results and they deserve a lot of praise!

In relation to EBACC (English, Maths, Humanities, Science &amp; M...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Students Celebrate their A Level &amp; BTEC Results]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Students at Barton Court received their Year 13 A Level and BTEC results on Thursday 14 August and deserve huge credit for the success they have achieved. Headteacher Jonathan Hopkins commented:

&ldquo;We are delighted that so many of our students have achieved grades that are enabling them to progress to university or secure high-quality employment opportunities. As a year group our Year 13 stud...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Athletics Successes]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School (BCGS) is incredibly proud of its fantastic performances in recent weeks at high-level Athletics competitions.

Thomas has had a busy schedule of competitions, but has been rewarded for his commitment and efforts with some stunning results. Competing in the Welsh Athletics National Championships, he received the following medals: Shot Put &ndash; Bronze (10.73 PB), 400m...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Wins Inaugural Trust Eco Challenge]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/742/barton-court-wins-inaugural-trust-eco-challenge</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Manor School was proud to host the very first Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT) Eco Challenge, a landmark event bringing together all three schools within the Trust &ndash; Barton Manor School, Barton Court Grammar School (BCGS) and The Charles Dickens School &ndash; on Wednesday 9 July 2025.

The day was dedicated to celebrating our collective environmental achievements over the past year...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 9 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Success Again for Barton Court Art Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Last night three Barton Court Grammar School students collected their prizes for the &lsquo;Canterbury Festival Art Prize&rsquo; held at St Edmund&rsquo;s School.

Oliver in Year 7 won first prize in the Year 7 - 9 age category and Ruth was also awarded second prize in the same age range.

Lex achieved third prize for Years 12 - 13.

Well done to them all for such creative and innovative outcomes,...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Inter-school Inaugural Chess Competition]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Our inaugural friendly chess match against&nbsp;Barton Mannor School took place today.&nbsp;

The team consisting of Asher, Jasper, Logan, Mark, Nico, Rubin, Tristan and Ethan did a fantastic job and won 11-3!

Well done all!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Students Submit Art for UCA Competition]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) has&nbsp;launched a YouCreate Competition with the theme of &#39;Dreams&#39;.

BCGS Year 12 Art student, Jenisha,&nbsp;has painted a&nbsp;portrait of herself as a child. It conveys ideas about &lsquo;day dreaming&rsquo; and living in the present moment. A super painting.

Also in Year 12, Maya has produced a&nbsp;biro drawing with amazing attention to det...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Inter-house Art Competition 2025]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/734/inter-house-art-competition-2025</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This year&rsquo;s Inter-house competition theme was &#39;Layers&#39;, and students were encouraged to interpret this theme as imaginatively and creatively as possible.

A fantastic 24 students entered the competition!

Prizes were awarded for the best in each year group and two students also received Highly Commended.

Well done to all those who entered!


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			<pubDate>Thu, 8 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Have you thought about the Spanish Exchange 2025-26?]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hola

The deadline to join the new Spanish Exchange 2025-26 is Friday 30 May 2025. A letter was sent home with instructions of how to join.

Hurry up! We only have 30 places available.&nbsp;This exchange has been offered to all students studying Spanish in Years 8/9/10/11/12.

We plan to visit Spain from Thursday 18 to Wednesday 24&nbsp;September 2025 where the Spanish families will host students...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 5 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[10th Successful Spanish Exchange]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 26 March, we said farewell to 30 students ranging from Year 9 to Year 13 from Madrid, as part of our 10th Spanish Exchange; a partnership between Barton Court Grammar School and Institute Las Rozas.

During the trip, each Spanish student stayed with an English family which enabled them to experience our lifestyle and obviously practice their English. They also enjoyed visits to Leeds...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[March Events for BCGS Talented Music Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This week, talented students at Barton Court Grammar School were invited to participate in events with professional musicians. A Level Woodwind players were invited to attend a concert at the Cathedral Lodge featuring the Festival Chamber Orchestra, with soloist Ian Crowther (oboe) and renowned saxophonist John Harle.

The concert was an excellent example of chamber music, which linked directly to...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[First Place for BCGS Student in National Art Competition!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/722/first-place-for-bcgs-student-in-national-art-competition</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Art Department are thrilled to announce Maya in Year 12 has won First Prize in this year&rsquo;s Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award&nbsp;for her artwork: &lsquo;Spot the Difference&rsquo;.

This is a national school&rsquo;s art competition set up in 2023 to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Student Excels at Athletics Championships]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The School would like to congratulate Year 8 student Jacob on a fantastic weekend of performance in the National Indoor Athletics Championships in Sheffield at thy weekend.

Having only just moved up to the under 15 boys age (U15B) group, Jacob stunned coaches with a set of excellent performances. Jacob set new personal bests in all events including&nbsp;the 60m flat and 60m hurdles. To get throug...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Careers Fair 2025 at Barton Court Grammar School]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Last Friday, Barton Court Grammar School held its latest Careers Fair.

Over 15 exhibitors from higher education, vocational courses and local businesses came to talk to students in all year groups about their future careers.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[GCSE Art Taster Sessions on Enrichment Day at BCGS]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Some Year 8 students at BCGS had a GCSE taster lesson in Art today, as part of the Personal Development (Enrichment) Day schedule.

The students looked at wire portraits by artist Alexander Calder and created their own continuous line drawings of portraits, working without looking at the paper.

They then created wire portraits using a similar technique, which have a real sense of energy, fluidity...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 7 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Year 11 Students Enjoy A level Art Taster Lesson]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/719/bcgs-year-11-students-enjoy-a-level-art-taster-lesson</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Some Year 11 students had an A Level Art taster lesson today.

The task they were assigned was to paint a piece of fruit from direct observation using an &lsquo;alla prima&rsquo; technique and a limited number of brush strokes. Students were encouraged to simplify the fruit into planes of colour and tone, as well as counting their brush marks to limit the number used. This spontaneous method of pa...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 7 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Students make the Final in National Art Competition]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/716/barton-court-students-make-the-final-in-national-art-competition</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award is an art competition for UK school students aged 11-18 which recognises excellence in the use of water-based media.&nbsp;Run by The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colour, the panel of judges is made up of three prominent Members of the RI.

Barton Court students once again had their work selected to be part of the 40 fin...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent School Award for Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School has been reaccredited with the Kent School Award for Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing for the second time since the initial award was achieved in 2019.

The award recognises the School&rsquo;s commitment as a whole school to support resilience and emotional wellbeing. Feedback on submission of the application to recertify highlighted the amount we do as a school with...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court's Awards Evening 2024]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/713/barton-courts-awards-evening-2024</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On December 18, 2024, we hosted our annual Awards Evening at Woolf College, University of Kent. The event provided an opportunity to celebrate the academic achievements of the previous year, as well as honour recipients of citizenship prizes.

We were delighted to welcome Wayne Beech, Head of Communities and Mental Health at Porchlight, as our keynote speaker. His inspiring speech about his work a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 6 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Annual Winter Concert 2024]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/712/annual-winter-concert-2024</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On 12&nbsp;December, 90 students from Year 7 - Year 13 took part in the annual Winter Concert. This event showcased all school ensembles, as well as student-led smaller acts and talented soloists.

This was a sold out event and was a fantastic end to a busy 2024 of music making. Students were able to take leadership roles, not only on stage, but also through repertoire selection,&nbsp;and running...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Carols in the Cathedral - December 2024]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Music Department was very busy this term, beginning with the annual Carol Service in Canterbury Cathedral on Tuesday 10 December.&nbsp;This event involved over 75 students from across the school community and showcased the very best of Barton Court&rsquo;s musical talent.

Please click this link to hear selected highlights from the Carol Service:&nbsp;https://youtu.be/-16siW6ieIE&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Success Again for Barton Court Art Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Barton Court Art Department is proud to announce that it has won the Overall Best School in this year&rsquo;s annual John Downton Awards for the third year running!

Well done to all 16 students who had work selected to go on show at County Hall in Maidstone. A special mention goes to Dana for being awarded the drawing prize, to Erin for being awarded a silver prize and to Grace for being awar...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Visit to National Portrait Gallery]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Year 12 and 13 Art and Photography students visited the National Portrait Gallery on Thursday 14 November to see the Frances Bacon &lsquo;Human Presence&rsquo; Exhibition, as well as the Taylor-Wessing&nbsp;Photography Portrait Prize.

They also had time to have a good look around the permanent collection to gain inspiration for their coursework.

Here are some examples of the works on show.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Student Comes Second in Canterbury Festival Competition]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Euan in Year 11, pictured in the centre, who competed in the Canterbury Festival Bursary Competition on Monday 21&nbsp;October at Kent College. Euan was one of only six Kent teenagers who were selected to participate in the final (out of an audition pool of over 30) and one of only two state school students to be chosen.

The judges commented that the different between the top t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Nature this Autumn at Barton Court]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/697/nature-this-autumn-at-barton-court</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School may be located in the middle of a city, but there is always something to see in the way of nature. This Autumn we witnessed squirrels feeding.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 9 Students Explore Acrylic Paints]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/700/year-9-students-explore-acrylic-paints</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 9 Art students have been learning to paint using acrylic paints and have been looking at paintings by artist Lisa Milroy for inspiration. This is a super example by Daya.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kenward Trust visits Barton Court Grammar School]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 25&nbsp;September Barton Court Grammar School invited in Kim and Andy from the Kenward Trust to speak to our Year 7 - 10 and Year 12&nbsp;students. They delivered their &lsquo;Think Differently&rsquo; School Programme, and discussed issues around vaping, smoking, alcohol, cannabis and Class A drugs.&nbsp;

In addition, our visitors spoke about prison life, grooming, county lines and g...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pupils at Barton Court Grammar School awarded a prestigious Eco-Schoolsâ Green Flag]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This academic year, pupils at Barton Court Grammar School have received international accreditation for their exceptional work in promoting sustainability and raising environmental awareness amongst their peers.

The Eco-Schools programme, established in 1994, is now implemented in over 70 countries worldwide. In 2023-24, more than 1.4 million pupils attended an Eco-School in England.

Pupils at B...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Great Architectural Work from BCGS Student]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Talented Year 12 student, Maya, has been working on an architecture project in her A Level Art lessons. This A3 biro drawing demonstrates an inordinate level of detail and complexity. Well done Maya!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Great Set of GCSE Results for BCGS Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School GCSE Press Release 2024

Headteacher, Jonathan Hopkins, commented:

&ldquo;As a school we are celebrating the achievement of our Year 11 students who received their GCSE examination results in-school this morning. &nbsp;We are delighted that the hard work students and staff have put in has seen the overwhelming majority of Year 11 experience great success. In short, the...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Students Celebrate their A Level &amp; BTEC Results]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Students at Barton Court received their Year 13 A Level and BTEC results on Thursday 15 August and deserve huge credit for the success they have achieved.

Headteacher Jonathan Hopkins commented:

&ldquo;We are delighted that so many of our students have achieved grades that are enabling them to progress to university or secure high quality employment opportunities. As a year group our Year 13 stu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Talking Careers on Enrichment Day at Barton Court]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[During the last Enrichment Day at Barton Court Grammar School, students took part in an exciting day of employer encounters.

A large number of guest speakers came to the School to talk to Year 9 and 10 students about their careers, including vocatonal training.

We also had a visitor from the University of Hertfordshire.This gave everyone an opportunity to find out lots of different career pathwa...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Continues to be Recognised for its Commitment to Helping Pupils Stay Safe Online]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School has once again successfully completed a comprehensive online safety training programme demonstrating its commitment to keeping children and young people safe online.

The School has received the National Online Safety (NOS) Certified School Accreditation for another year for its whole school community approach to protecting children in the online world.

National Online...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Summer Showcase 2024 - Guys and Dolls]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[For the last 3 evenings Barton Court Grammar School has put on a stellar performance of Guys and Dolls.

Involving&nbsp;over 60 students from across all the year groups (including students from Barton Manor School), students got the chance to sing, dance and act in front of a sell out audience (and we managed to compete with a certain football match on Wednesday night!).

Miss Postgate and Ms Fenn...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 12 Students Explore the Latest Advances in Science]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Year 12 students from BCGS had the opportunity to visit The Royal Society last Wednesday to explore the very latest advances in Science and accessed over three hundred scientists at the forefront of their field.

The Summer Science Exhibition offers a unique opportunity to explore the science shaping our future with the people making it happen.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 9 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Sixth Formers Support Primary School's Sports Day]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court were very happy to take a number of Year 12 Sport and Health and Social Care students to Whitfield Aspen Primary School to help run their sports day.

As always, our students were a credit to Barton Court and they helped run an excellent event.

It was particularly pleasing to hear that the experience has encouraged some students to consider teaching as a potential career!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 2 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Free 11+ Familiarisation Materials for PP Parents at Key Stage 2]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School is proud to be open to pupils from all backgrounds.

To encourage even greater representation of children at Barton Court, we work in partnership with&nbsp;Atom Learning, the leading online Key Stage 2 learning and 11+ preparation platform, to provide students who are eligible for Pupil Premium with free online learning and 11+ exam preparation.&nbsp;

This programme is...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Another Successful Year 5 Taster Morning]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On the morning of Saturday 22 June, we opened our doors once again&nbsp;to Year 5 students to come and take part in&nbsp;a variety of fun activities, and talk to students who are already at Barton Court Grammar School.

We had over 200 children attend the event and experience a range of activities including Science, DT, Food Technology, Geography, RPE, Modern Foreign Languages, PE and Art.

From t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[An Incredible Achievement at National Biology Awards]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/678/an-incredible-achievement-at-national-biology-awards</link>
			<description><![CDATA[83 of our Year 10 Biology students took part in this year&rsquo;s UKBC Biology Challenge and competed against 45,400 students across the country.

The UKBC (UK Biology Competitions)&nbsp;award the top 5% of scores the Gold award, the next 10% the Silver and the next 15% the Bronze.

5 of our students achieved the Gold award, 18 the Silver and 17 the Bronze which is an incredible achievement.

Well...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Band Performs at the Kent MS Centre Celebration]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Kent MS Therapy Centre 40th Anniversary Celebration

Barton Court was delighted once again to be invited to perform at the Kent MS Therapy Centre in Canterbury. This year, their annual tea party was in celebration of the centre&rsquo;s opening 40 years ago.

Music was provided by the Year 10 band &lsquo;Fret&rsquo; who played a mixture of jazz standards, 60s classics, and some more thoughtful and...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 12 Sport Science Careers Talk â Sports Physio]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/676/year-12-sport-science-careers-talk-sports-physio</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 12 Sport students had a visit from Alistair Thrush from the University of Kent today. As well as lecturing in Sport Science and Injury Rehabilitation at the University, Alistair has worked as Lead Physiotherapist at Arsenal and Charlton Football Clubs.

Students enjoyed hearing about Alistair&rsquo;s experiences working within elite sport and were given incredible insight into the ever-expand...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Thomas Webb â Success at London School Athletic Association Pentathlon]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/677/thomas-webb-success-at-london-school-athletic-association-pentathlon</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 22 May Year 9 student Thomas Webb represented Barton Court in the pentathlon at Lee Valley Sport Centre. Thomas finished 4th overall in the Kent Under 15 competition with a score that would have seen him win gold in both the London and Middlesex competitions.

As a result of his strong performance, Thomas has been selected for the Kent Schools Team at the Southeast Regional Combined E...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Last Day for the Class of 2024!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/672/last-day-for-the-class-of-2024</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Last week saw the final teaching day for our Year 13 students. Whilst we were&nbsp;sad to see them leave, we had an excellent final day with the Leavers Assembly taking place before the &lsquo;El Cl&aacute;sico&rsquo; and pizza on the top field.

We wish all of our students the best of luck with the remainder of the exam period, and we look forward to seeing them at the Year 13 Prom in July and th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Culture and Diversity Non-Uniform Day]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/670/culture-and-diversity-non-uniform-day</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Last academic year, a group of Sixth Form students started a Culture and Diversity Society with an aim of recognising and celebrating the diverse range of cultures across our School community.

On our non-uniform day last week, students were encouraged to wear clothing associated with their culture, background or home nation, and the day really did positively showcase the diversity of our students...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Don't Miss Out on the Spanish Exchange 2024/25!]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hola!

The deadline to join the new Spanish Exchange 2024-25 is fast approaching... Friday 24 May 2024.

It is available to all&nbsp;students who are studying Spanish in Years 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. We only have 30 places!

Our plan is to visit Spain from Thursday 19 September to&nbsp;Wednesday 25&nbsp;September 2024 and the Spanish families will host our students. Spanish students will then head to...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court Host UK Chess Challenge 2024]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/669/barton-court-host-uk-chess-challenge-2024</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Saturday 4 May 2024, Barton Court Grammar School (BCGS) hosted the East Kent Megafinal, the largest post-COVID chess tournament, adult or junior, in East Kent, eclipsing even last year&rsquo;s renowned Thanet Congress. A record-breaking 106 boys and girls entered from across Kent and beyond, in age categories from Under-8 all the way up to Under-18, with 56 of them qualifying for the semi-natio...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 6 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Spanish Exchange Visit April 2024]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/665/spanish-exchange-visit-april-2024</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Thursday 18 April, 30 students ranging from Year 9 to Year 13 travelled to Canterbury from Madrid, as part of a Spanish Exchange. This was the ninth time this successful partnership between Barton Court Grammar School and Institute Las Rozas&nbsp;has occurred.

During the trip, each Spanish student stayed with an English family which enabled them to experience our lifestyle and obviously practi...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Another Successful Careers Fair at Barton Court]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Late in March, students enjoyed our latest careers fair.

Barton Court Grammar School welcomed local businesses, as well as vocational and academic course providers, so that students could discuss employability skills and future career options.

Students from both Barton Court Grammar&nbsp;and&nbsp;Barton Manor Schools&nbsp;were in attendance, and embraced&nbsp;the chance to talk about&nbsp;their...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Fantastic Achievement for Students in Art Competition]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This year, The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) held the inaugural RI Coronation Award &ndash; a new national, annual schools&rsquo; art competition created in celebration of the Coronation of our Honorary Member, His Majesty King Charles III.

With the aim of championing excellence in the use of water-based media, and to promote the work of young artists, the panel of judges for...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Success at Piano Competition Final]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School had the pleasure of taking two students to the East Kent Final of the Kent Grammar School Association Piano Competition on Monday 18 March.

Congratulations to Charles (3rd place, grade 6/7 class) and Rio (2nd place, grade 8+ class) who played superbly, amongst some very stiff competition!

Charles was the only student performing not from Year 12 or Year 13, which is a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Art Workshop for Year 5 Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Today, Year 5 students from various surrounding primary schools visited the Art Department at Barton Court Grammar School for a taster lesson &ndash; another one of our &lsquo;Enriching Workshops&rsquo;.

Students observed real insects and drew them on a larger scale, considering their shapes, proportions and tonal values. They did a great job!

More workshops are running throughout the year when...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Art at Barton Court]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/650/celebrating-art-at-barton-court</link>
			<description><![CDATA[One of our Year 8 students has created an artist fact file on Grayson Perry, investigating the theme of identity, as part of a project.

This is outstanding work for a Year 8 student, with a superb portrait of Grayson Perry.

Another student Eloise has entered the &lsquo;Japan Society&rsquo;s World Children&rsquo;s Haiku&rsquo; contest. For this, she had to write a haiku poem about &lsquo;family&r...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Day - Design &amp; Technology Taster Sessions]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Enrichment Day - Design &amp; Technology Taster Sessions

Today for Enrichment Day Year 8 students participated in a taster session to see if Design and Technology was the right option for them to take at GCSE. They started by analysing what makes a good boat and how it is structured. They then went on to learn the science behind how a boat floats. Finally in teams they constructed a cardboard boa...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 2 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Awards Evening 2023]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On 13 December 2023, we held our &lsquo;Awards Evening&rsquo;. At this event we celebrated the achievements of students from the academic year 2022-23. Students were awarded&nbsp;subject prizes for showing excellence in their particular fields, as well as overall achievement and progress prizes being awarded to students in each year group.

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This year, we were truly humbled and inspired by...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enriching Workshops for Primary Students]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 17 January we welcomed a number of Year 5 primary school students to Barton Court to participate in one of our &lsquo;Enriching Workshops&rsquo;. These workshops offer a taste of lessons in a couple of subject areas. They aim to stretch and challenge students whilst offering them an insight into a grammar school environment.

This time it was the turn of Philosophy and Music.

More wo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Success at John Downton Awards 2023]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Good news! Congratulations to the Art department for winning the &lsquo;overall best school&rsquo; for the second year running, at the&nbsp;annual John Downton Awards.

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The John Downton Awards Ceremony was held in December at County Hall in Maidstone. It is a highly prestigious regional art competition, open to all secondary schools across Kent. This competition is to commemorate the late...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Toral plays for the Barbarians U18's]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We are extremely proud of Toral, from Y12, who was selected to play for the first ever U18 female Barbarians squad this weekend.

The team was selected to play against Rugby School to celebrate 200 years of rugby union. Well done to Toral for such an excellent achievement and for representing the School so well.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 9 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Porchlight Presentation]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/640/porchlight-presentation</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Thank you to Abbie from Porchlight, one of our school charities, for coming in last week to talk to our students about the work they do.

We are looking forward to continuing to raise lots of money to support their cause.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 7 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[December's Music Events]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/641/decembers-music-events</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Music Department had a busy December, with the annual Carol Service in Canterbury Cathedral and the Winter Concert taking place during the first week. Over 80 performers from Year 7 to Year 13 were involved in each event, including students who had never performed either in the Cathedral or on stage before.

Both events were well attended by parents and staff, and the Winter Concert was sold o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 5 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Art Trip to Tate Modern]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Y12 and 13 A Level Art and Photography students visited the Tate Modern this week for Enrichment Day.

They saw the exhibition &lsquo;capturing the moment&rsquo; which featured a collection of paintings and photographs that explore the dynamic relationship between the two mediums.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Canterbury Festival 2023]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court was delighted to be invited to open the Schools&rsquo; Lunchtime Concert series of this year&rsquo;s Canterbury Festival, which took place at Westgate Hall.

Students from Y7-Y13 participated, presenting a variety of styles, both as ensembles and solo items.

We were also pleased to welcome the Barton Manor Djembe Drummers, who were the opening act.

The auditorium was full and the co...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 8 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BBC Bitesize]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/637/bbc-bitesize</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court was pleased to welcome the BBC Bitesize Careers Roadshow last week. Students learnt about a wide variety of career pathways in fashion, TV production and academia. 

One student said &ldquo;The experience was enriching and enjoyable, a convenient break from everyday school life to put this period of education into perspective (on a career path). Thank you&rdquo;.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 8 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y12 Health &amp; Social Care Visit to CCCU]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/636/y12-health-social-care-visit-to-cccu</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This week Y12 Health and Social Care students attended Canterbury Christ Church University to visit the Medicine, Health and Social Care Departments&#39;&nbsp;Simulation Suite.

The University has a number of dummies that can be programmed to simulate different disorders for students to practice their skills on before they treat real humans.

They also learned how to properly don and doff PPE, loo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 6 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y8 Self Portrait]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[An amazing self portrait by one of our Y8 students in the style of Kehinde Wiley who they have been studying.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y11 Trip to The Globe]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/634/y11-trip-to-the-globe</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Last term some of our Y11 students travelled to London&rsquo;s Globe Theatre to watch a production of their GCSE text Macbeth.

Students particularly enjoyed the experience of being groundlings at this theatre, as this meant they were closest to the stage, with some having lines delivered directly to them, or finding themselves right beside an actor delivering news from the battlefield!&nbsp; It w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[The ever-popular Spanish Exchange has just taken place&nbsp;with 30 students, ranging from Year 9 to Year 13, making the exciting journey from Canterbury to Madrid.

Once there, the students took full advantage of the amazing experience of living with a Spanish family; learning first-hand all about Spanish lifestyle and culture, whilst immersing themselves in the Spanish language.

The bilingual s...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 - MFL Workshop - Oct 23]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Year 5 students from a variety of local&nbsp;primary schools came to learn about what it&#39;s like to learn languages at secondary school.

They did a language session on pets and a cultural session on the Festival of Lights!

These workshops are held across the year as part of our series of workshops for budding grammar school students, enabling them to sample a wide range of subjects and find o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Poetry Winners at Canterbury Festival 2023]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to share the news that two of our Y13 students were short-listed for the Canterbury Festival Poetry Competition 2023.

Gideon was awarded first place in the 16-18 category and Alicia was awarded second place in the same category.

Their talents were recognised and rewarded amongst&nbsp;a field of over 400 poems submitted and from a host of other Kent schools.

Congratulations to t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 5 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[KSSA Annual Regatta]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/631/kssa-annual-regatta</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Five BCGS students, Finn, Joe, Freya, Jack and Henry, took part in the KSSA Annual regatta at Whitstable Yacht Club this weekend.

They represented Barton Court Grammar School and their combined efforts in racing enabled them to win the school trophy.

Their dedication and hard work at sailing paid off and we are very proud and delighted&nbsp;of their achievement for the&nbsp;School.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS win against CDS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/629/bcgs-win-against-cds</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court overcame The Charles Dickens School 3-2 on Thursday 14&nbsp;September in a thrilling 1st round Kent Cup Tie.

Both teams have strong line ups and performed well in the heat. Ultimately, Barton Court had a little more fire power with three exceptional and powerful goals. On to the next round for the Barton Court Girls.

Thanks to Sixth Form student Matthew for a very professional refer...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Gains Music Mark Status]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/620/bcgs-gains-music-mark-status</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to be awarded Music Mark status, which recognises that value that the School places on music both within the curriculum and through extra curricular activities and events.

We were recommended for the award by Kent Music and will use this as a springboard to develop links with partner organisations and further expand our provision.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week Trip to Italy 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/616/enrichment-week-trip-to-italy-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Lake Garda was a huge success again this year with students seeing the Lake from both on land and on the water. We stopped in Sirmione for a traditional Italian ice cream and walked down to the water to take pictures of the landscape across the Lake. We then travelled up to Malcesine where the students had some free time to buy souvenirs.

Travelling up the Lake to Riva del Garda,&nbsp;the weather...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Thorpe Park - Enrichment Week 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/615/thorpe-park-enrichment-week-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y8 and Y9 students had an amazing time at Thorpe Park this week, just one of the many opportunities offered during Enrichment Week each year.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Betteshanger Park - Enrichment Week]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Yet another great day filled with fun activities when students visit Betteshanger Park as part of Enrichment Week.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Space Enrichment Day]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/619/space-enrichment-day</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 7 were delighted with the galaxies that they were able to classify using Galaxy Zoo on the recent Space Enrichment Day.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Chinese Students &amp; Staff Visit BCGS]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This week, Barton Court welcomed students from Zhangjiagang Liangfeng International School, in China and it was a privilege for us to be able to host this prestigious school. 

The Chinese students shadowed their Barton Court buddy all week and took part in a range of enrichment activities, such as Sports Day, calligraphy, cooking, cinema, orienteering and a tour of Canterbury. 

It was a fantasti...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bubbles]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We enjoyed looking at the science of soap films and bubbles, and used a special bubble mixture to make giant bubbles (the secret ingredient is cornflour!).]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sports Day - July 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/613/sports-day-july-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students enjoyed and participated well in a range of Sports Day events, with some fantastic performances including two new school records. 

Despite the early finish for rain on Wednesday we managed to finish all track events on Thursday. 

The overall victors were Turing with 846 points. Well done to all students involved in an excellent day.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Addams Family School Production]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/610/the-addams-family-school-production</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Yet another amazing school production, this time The Addams Family.

Rave reviews received over three nights and months of hard work and dedication resulted in some incredible performances.

Musicians, actors, behind the scenes crew all worked together and their professionalism was evident for all to see.

Huge thanks go to the Drama and Music Departments for their commitment and a host of other s...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 6 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Royal Society]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Year 12 students had the opportunity to visit The Royal Society this week to explore the very latest advances in science and accessed over three hundred scientists at the forefront of their field.

The Summer Science Exhibition offers a unique opportunity to explore the science shaping our future with the people making it happen.

Some even attended a talk from Helen Sharman, the first British ast...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 5 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Beau Stylianou - World Jazz Dance Champion]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We are incredibly proud of Beau Stylianou who has recently been crowned the World Jazz Dance Champion having competed in the Jazz Dance Childrens Solo category&nbsp;in Portugal.

Last year you may remember Beau was a finalist on Britain&#39;s Got Talent with a small dance group called 5 Star Boys.&nbsp;

His aspiration is to perform in the West End and on Broadway - we had better look out for him...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 4 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Student Drive Team Training - BCGS &amp; BMS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/596/student-drive-team-training-bcgs-bms</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Barton Court Student Drive Team was busy training the Barton Manor Student Drive Team last week on Thinking Routines and their use across the curriculum.

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			<pubDate>Mon, 3 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[NOS Accreditation - 22-23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/598/nos-accreditation-22-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to announce that we have successfully completed an online safety programme and as a results have, once again, received National Online Safety Certified School Accreditation.

Everyone, senior leaders, all school staff and parents, have participated in learning how to make the internet a safer place for children, proving&nbsp;how committed we all are in educating our community in o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 3 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aboriginal Art - X Ray Collagraphs]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Here is some of the work Y8 produced on their Enrichment Day studying Aboriginal Art.

These animal x-ray style collagraph prints are made from creating a low relief from varied textured surfaces. This is then varnished and when dry, coated with ink and printed through the printing press.

The x-ray designs are inspired by aboriginal animal paintings that often depict the inside of the creature.&n...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 5 Taster Day - 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/589/year-5-taster-day-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Yet another successful event for our local Year 5 primary school students.&nbsp;

Saturday morning was spent sampling Food Tech, IT, PE, Music and MFL to name just a few.

A big thank you to all the staff who gave up their Saturday to make this such an amazing event for all the children who wanted to know what life would be like at BCGS.

The pictures show how much they enjoyed it.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 5 Music Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/591/year-5-music-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Music department was pleased to welcome some of our local Year 5 students for a Gifted &amp; Talented Workshop.

The students were incredibly enthusiastic and demonstrated excellent levels of instrumental and vocal skills.

They ended the session with a spirited rendition of Tequila!

We&#39;re hoping&nbsp;to see these students again for more transition events later in 2023.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aboriginal Art]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/597/aboriginal-art</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y8 students took part in the Enrichment Workshop today learning about Aboriginal Art, creating&nbsp;dot paintings and x-ray collagraphs of Australian mammals.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Summer Solstice - 21 June 2023]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Our Culture, Inclusion &amp; Diversity Society welcomed in Summer with music, burying our worries &amp; art.

The Summer Solstice, the year&#39;s longest day, was celebrated by students who wrote their worries &amp; shredded the paper to symbolise them disappearing, all ready for the new season!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 7 Athletics Festival at Canterbury High]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/593/year-7-athletics-festival-at-canterbury-high</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our Y7 athletics team&nbsp;really enjoyed taking part in the Year 7 Athletics Festival at Canterbury High.

We had some amazing performances on the track and in the field, with District Champions crowned in the Girls 800m, Girls 1500m &nbsp;and Boys Long Jump.

A great team effort saw us come Second overall on the day, giving a&nbsp;very promising start for our young athletes in school.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Addams Family Production]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/579/the-addams-family-production</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Tickets now on sale for our latest school production The Addams Family Musical - 5-7 July, 6.30pm. Don&#39;t miss out, get your tickets now!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y11 Art]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/580/y11-art</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our Y11 students have produced some amazing work recently.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[University of Kent - Physiotherapy Lecture for Y12 Sports Students]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/582/university-of-kent-physiotherapy-lecture-for-y12-sports-students</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our Y12 sport students really appreciated Alastair Thrush from the University of Kent coming to talk to them this week about careers in physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation and sports science. 

It was interesting to hear about his experiences in the field, particularly in elite sport as physio at Arsenal Football Club. Lots to take away and think about for the future!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Harvey Lintott - Professional Footballer Visits BCGS]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Ex-student Harvey Lintott, returned to BCGS to tell Y7 all about life as a professional footballer with Northampton Town.

Students enjoyed hearing about his journey into professional football and impressed him with their own skills in their mini-tournament.

Students had lots of questions for Harvey and were inspired by his successes.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[8S Charity Lunchtime Fundraiser]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[8S held a Charity Fundraiser at lunchtime today and on a boiling hot day they very much enjoyed the sponge soaking!

&pound;32 was raised in 30 minutes for the School&#39;s charities.&nbsp; Well done!

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			<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Voting in the Online Harm Podcast]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/575/voting-in-the-online-harm-podcast</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y7 students have recorded&nbsp;a&nbsp;podcast&nbsp; about the dangers of online grooming as part of the Kent Schools Media Challenge.&nbsp;

With the voting window only open for a week they are hoping their efforts will be appreciated by the public so please go online and vote for them before 20 June 2023.&nbsp;

Click here to vote:

Kent Secondary Schools Online Harms Media Challenge | Collaborat...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Whitfield Aspen Sports Day]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/583/whitfield-aspen-sports-day</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Some of our Year 12 students had a great day at the Whitfield Aspen School helping to run their Sports Day earlier this week.

This was not only&nbsp;a great opportunity for these students&#39;&nbsp;own personal development but also a great opportunity to contribute to our wider school community.

The students were a credit to the BCGS and received some very positive praise from staff and parents...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 PE Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/584/y5-pe-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We hope the Y5 students who attended our PE G&amp;T Workshop this week had an excellent evening. They were tasked with leading their own warm up before taking part in a range of activities with a focus on teamwork.

As you can see, they definitely worked hard!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[District Athletics Competition - June 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/586/district-athletics-competition-june-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday 13&nbsp;June 2023 Barton Court took 42 students from Years 7-10 to Canterbury Academy to compete in the prestigious District Athletics Competition. 

On a sweltering day our athletes competed hard on the track and in the field. We had District Champions in the Intermediate Girls Discus, with Lacee &nbsp;throwing a personal best and from Year 7 Anaid&nbsp;in the 1500m. 

Overall the Juni...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y12 Geographers at Stratford]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/577/y12-geographers-at-stratford</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 12 Geography students travelled to Stratford last week&nbsp;to undertake fieldwork in preparation for their Independent Investigations. Students where investigating a number of questions in Stratford, including;


	To what extent did the London Olympic games meet the aims that were set out and how important has West Hams use of the Olympic stadium been in this success?
	What impact has the ne...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 9 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[World Environment Day]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/573/world-environment-day</link>
			<description><![CDATA[It&#39;s World Environment Day today so take a look at the beautiful scencery that surrounds the School with drone footage taken by our talented Caretaker, Mr Robinson.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 5 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y12 Music]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/588/y12-music</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y12 A Level musicians have been studying Area of Study 6: New Directions, and have been listening to composers who wrote in contemporary styles as part of their wider listening.

Inspired by the works of Berio and Peter Maxwell Davies, they created some scores for each other to play. The students really enjoyed performing each other&rsquo;s pieces and discussing their intentions, before exploring...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Senior Prefect Team 2023-2024]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/571/senior-prefect-team-2023-2024</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce our new Senior Prefect Team which consists of Jack and Sienna as Head Students, Gracie and Jared as Deputies and Kamana and Ewan as Assistants.

We are looking forward to the&nbsp;positive impact they&nbsp;will&nbsp; have in their new roles.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Foxes]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/569/foxes</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We&#39;ve been enjoying seeing the fox cubs playing on site this week.

&nbsp;

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			<pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hockey Success for BCGS Students]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/565/hockey-success-for-bcgs-students</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Well done to Will &amp; Will who played for Canterbury U14s v Beeston in the Hockey National Plate Final in Nottingham. One was Captain of the Team &amp; the other scored a hattrick to win 4-2 resulting in third overall. The Kent Team also won in the SE Regionals League the same weekend.

Congratulations to the whole Team!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y13 Leavers 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/567/y13-leavers-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[It was great to celebrate the last day with our amazing Y13 students. They have all been a credit to the School and we wish them all the best of luck with their upcoming exams and future careers.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent MS Centre Coronation Tea]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/557/kent-ms-centre-coronation-tea</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Music Department was delighted to be invited back to play at the Kent MS Centre on this week, following a successful performance at their Jubilee Afternoon Tea last year.

This year&rsquo;s afternoon tea was coronation themed and students from Year 13 and Year 9 provided over an hour of jazz music underneath red, white and blue bunting whilst the guests were arriving.

The students&rsquo; perf...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 3 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[History Egg Competition - Easter]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/572/history-egg-competition-easter</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 7 and 8 History students had the chance to create a scene featuring their favourite event or person in history using an egg, art materials and their imagination!

The winning entrant was Eva in Y7 who constructed a ingenious scene with Floregg Nightingale and Victor, also Y7&nbsp;coming in as runner-up with his version of Henry VIII and his 6 wives.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 2 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Taster Morning - Saturday 24 June 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/555/y5-taster-morning-saturday-24-june-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[If you are interested in your Y5 primary school child sampling a taste of life at BCGS, then please click on the link below to sign up for this Taster Morning on Saturday 24 June 2023.

Places are limited and it&#39;s always a hugely popular event so to avoid disappointment, please complete the electronic form as soon as possible by copying and pasting this link into your browser:

https://forms.o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Spanish Exchange Visit BCGS - April 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/559/spanish-exchange-visit-bcgs-april-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Thirty students ranging from Year 9 to Year 11 travelled to Canterbury from Madrid, as part of a Spanish Exchange. This was the eighth time this successful partnership between Barton Court Grammar School and Institute Las Rozas&nbsp;occurred. During the trip, each Spanish student stayed with an English family which enabled them to experience our lifestyle and obviously practice their English. It w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Maths Workshop - April 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/553/y5-maths-workshop-april-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 5 students from local primary schools attended a Maths workshop at Barton Court where they explored number theory as well as properties of negative numbers.

Despite working in an environment new to them, the students were extremely engaged and we witnessed some superb team work!

These workshops give Y5 students a great opportunity to experience lessons at BCGS as they approach the end of th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Visit to the School of Mathematics, University of Kent]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/543/visit-to-the-school-of-mathematics-university-of-kent</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 29 March, all Year 12 Mathematicians from Barton Court spent the day at the School of Mathematics of the University of Kent, where they attended lectures and took part in hands-on activities. A very enjoyable and enriching day!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Debate Club - March 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/546/debate-club-march-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This week BMS, BCGS and SLBGS took part in the Debate Club Tournament.

BCGS won overall and there were individual prizes for a member of both the BCGS and BMS team for displaying excellent debating skills . &nbsp;

Topics debated were:

Guns should be outlawed in America

Mobile phone use should be banned for children of Primary School age&nbsp;

The death penalty should be reinstated in the UK...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[East Kent Rugby Festival]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/539/east-kent-rugby-festival</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Well done to our U12s, 14s and 16s who took part in the East Kent Rugby Festival at Canterbury Rugby Club last week who came third overall in the event.

It was great to see students from Y7-11 represent the School and there were some excellent performances across the day. Well done to everyone involved and thank you to Canterbury Rugby for hosting and also ex-student Daniel, who was back from Uni...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cervantes Theatre Trip]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/537/cervantes-theatre-trip</link>
			<description><![CDATA[

Y13 A-Level Spanish students had the wonderful opportunity this week to travel to London to the Cervantes Theatre where they experienced the outstanding performance &ldquo;La casa de&nbsp; Bernarda Alba&rdquo;.

&nbsp;

The students were delighted with this trip and seeing the book they are studying come to life will certainly help them to write their final essays.

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			<pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[National Careers Week 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/532/national-careers-week-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This week is National Careers Week.&nbsp; Please explore this fantastic virtual careers fair: https://ncw2023.co.uk/.

This week highlights the importance of students knowing about what they would like to do in the future, and loads of support is on offer. Currently Year 11 students are receiving careers appointments with CXK. Throughout the year any student is entitled to an appointment. Please g...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 8 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Japanese Teachers Visit BCGS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/547/japanese-teachers-visit-bcgs</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We welcomed Japanese trainee teachers to BCGS last week. Teachers had a tour of the School and observed lessons in Sciences, Psychology, Art, Product Design, Food Technology and Music.

The Japanese teachers also had an introduction to Thinking Schools and could see how thinking tools were put in practice in lessons and one Y8 class had the privilege to attend a workshop on origami, calligraphy an...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 6 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Court National Champions in the U18 National Tennis County Championships]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/535/barton-court-national-champions-in-the-u18-national-tennis-county-championships</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are very proud to announce huge successes for two of our students in the U18 National Tennis County Championships.

Ben Gusic Wan and Ewan Grieve both play for Kent in Division One and helped to defeat Surrey, Middlesex and Cheshire to win this national competition.

Congratulatins to both of them!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 4 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y13 Charity Week - March 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/541/y13-charity-week-march-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Well done to our Y13 students who raised over &pound;150 during the Y13 Charity Week and a big well done to Georgina in Y13 who won the &ldquo;Guess the Name of the Bear&rdquo;!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 3 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Valentines Bake Off 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/538/valentines-bake-off-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 7 students from Barton Court and Barton Manor have joined forces again and used their Maths skills to bake some stained glass Valentine&rsquo;s biscuits.

Some very impressive results!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[UV PE]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/552/uv-pe</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This term students from Year 7 to 10 have experienced and enjoyed alternative sporting events in ultra-violet!

Students competed against other schools from across the district in the sports of kinball and sitting volleyball. Everyone loved it!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS &amp; BMS Maths Club - January 23]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/536/bcgs-bms-maths-club-january-23</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Today the BCGS and BMS Maths club investigated the relationship between wingspan and the flight time of paper helicopters.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gifted &amp; Talented Celebratory Lunch]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/531/gifted-talented-celebratory-lunch</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A Gifted &amp; Talented Celebratory lunch took place today for students who have been identified as gifted &amp; talented in more than half their subjects.&nbsp;

Real all-rounders!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Christmas Lunch - 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/550/christmas-lunch-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We celebrated Christmas a bit early at BCGS today with our Christmas Dinner. Our fantastic canteen staff served over 400 students and staff over the course of 2 sittings.

This was in conjunction with Christmas Jumper day and so it was great to see such a variety of jumpers being worn by all ages of students.

Thank you to Independent Catering for such a great lunch!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[John Downton Awards 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/530/john-downton-awards-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court had fantastic success at this year&rsquo;s John Downton Awards. This is an annual art competition open to students aged 11 to 18 from schools and colleges across Kent. 17 of our students applied and 11 were accepted for the final exhibition which is a wonderful achievement. The quality of the work was of the highest standard and there was strong competition.

Prizes were awarded in va...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bake Off Challenge - BCGS v BMS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/529/bake-off-challenge-bcgs-v-bms</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This week Year 7 students from Barton Court and Barton Manor took part in a Maths Bake-Off Challenge, using their Mathematical skills to decipher a jumbled up recipe.

Their excellent cooking skills resulted in superb candy cane shortbreads!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Christmas Fayre - 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/548/christmas-fayre-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to yesterday&rsquo;s Christmas Fayre. It was a great event with some excellent stalls across all year groups from Y7-13 &ndash; it was really nice to see engagement across the whole school community and so many sixth form students in attendance. The Eco-School and DT Club stalls were also a nice way to show what goes on beyond the classroom.

We raised...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Professor Horne - Mathematics Lecture]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/527/professor-horne-mathematics-lecture</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Prof Andy Horne from the University of Kent delivered a brilliant lecture to Mathematics students last week on Number Theory and Cryptography and the many applications in life.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[International Day of Languages]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/528/international-day-of-languages</link>
			<description><![CDATA[International Day of Languages was celebrated by MFL this year on our Enrichment Day 2 with Year 8 learning all about festivals.&nbsp; Toussaint, Fete des Lumieres, the Venetian Carnival, Day of the Dead and Chinese Porcelain were all looked at with students learning about the cultural aspects and creating calligrams.

A fun day!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Remembrance at BCGS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/523/remembrance-at-bcgs</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&nbsp;

A lovely tribute this morning when Harry in Y10 play The Last Post and Reveille.

&nbsp;

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Inside Sports Science Competition at The University of Kent]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[A mixture of Y10 and Y12 Sport students had a great day today at The University of Kent as part of the Inside Sport Science Competition.

They spent the morning participating in Sport Science Workshops looking at reaction times, biomechanics, sports drinks and flexibility/joint mobility. In the afternoon they then devised and planned their own research projects focused on one of these areas.

We a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Visiting Japanese Student Teachers]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Yesterday saw us host more overseas teachers experiencing life in UK schools.

This time we welcomed visitors from Japan who toured the school, observed language lessons and began to grasp Thinking Tools. &nbsp;

Delivering a workshop to a Year 7 class, they taught us Japanese greetings in the form of a story. All the students really enjoyed this and Japanese teachers seemed to be having fun too!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 9 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bechstein Grand Piano]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/518/bechstein-grand-piano</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is very lucky to recently have acquired a Bechstein grand piano, dating from c.1868.

Bechstein&rsquo;s are widely to be considered one of the most stable models ever made and we are thrilled that our piano students now have access to this piece of history, both for concerts and private practise. 

We would like to thank the family of Robert Scott, who not only allowed us to purchase...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 3 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Swedish Teachers Visit]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This week we hosted Swedish trainee teachers from Uppsala University to Barton Court who toured the School and observed a variety of lessons across all year groups and different subjects including the Sciences, Maths, Music, Food Tech, Product Design, Religious Studies, Psychology, Philosophy, Geography, Art and Languages.

The Swedish teachers experienced what it is like to be in a Thinking Schoo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 1 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Canterbury Festival 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/519/canterbury-festival-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court was very pleased to be invited to take part in two inaugural events for this year&rsquo;s Canterbury Festival.

On 15 October, students took part in the Beautiful Noise community project, which saw musical acts perform in a variety of locations around the City. Students in Y9 and Y13 took part, showcasing both jazz, popular and classical talents.

On 17 October, 60 students took part...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[MFL Workshop for Primary Students]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/516/mfl-workshop-for-primary-students</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 5 primary school students were welcomed to BCGS last night to participate in a MFL Workshop to give them a taste of lessons in this subject area at secondary school.

Two classes ran, Spanish and French, with students learning how to say their name, how they are feeling and name the colours in Spanish and learning about the festival, F&ecirc;te des Lumi&egrave;res, in French.

All of them per...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y11 GCSE Music Recital]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/526/y11-gcse-music-recital</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We were pleased to host a recital concert for Y11 GCSE music students this week. 

This gave the class the chance to present some solo performances to an appreciative audience. All students did well, with some performing in public for the first time.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Macmillan Cake Sale - 2023]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/514/macmillan-cake-sale-2023</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Once again all our students stepped up to the mark and helped raise &pound;200 for the Macmillan Coffee Morning, baking cakes, buying cakes and eating cakes!

Sixth Form students organised the sale and we raised over &pound;200 with very little cake left over!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mathematics Enrichment Club]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/513/mathematics-enrichment-club</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This week Y7 students from Barton Manor and Barton Court Grammar joined together for the start of the Mathematics Enrichment Club.

It kicked off the year&#39;s activities with both students discussing and solving unusual Maths problems and will continue on with various activities such as competitions and bake-off challenges to name just two.

Everyone loved it!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Success in the Hammer for Lacee]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/515/success-in-the-hammer-for-lacee</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Success for Lacee, our star competitor in Athletics Hammer, came at the Inter Counties comp in Oxford where she came third with a PB of 33.02m, and putting her 14th in England and 20th in the UK on the Power of Ten.

She now has a winter training programme of strength and body conditioning which should set her up nicely for 2023.

We can&#39;t wait to hear about her future successes following all...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[HM Queen Elizabeth II]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/511/hm-queen-elizabeth-ii</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We thank you for your service over the last 70 years.

&nbsp;

&ldquo;It has always been easy to hate and destroy.&nbsp; To build and to cherish is much more difficult.&rdquo; &ndash; Queen Elizabeth II]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y11 GCSE Examination Results - August 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/510/y11-gcse-examination-results-august-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Press Release

Y11 Examination Results (GCSEs)

&nbsp;

At Barton Court we are celebrating the achievements of our Year 11 students who have collected their examination results today. &nbsp;Year 11 results nationally are in a period of transition after two years without external examinations and results nationally are being &lsquo;managed&rsquo; to lower the number of top grades awarded.

The Year...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y13 Examination Results - August 22]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/507/y13-examination-results-august-22</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Press Release - Y13 Examination Results - August 2022

As a school we have been celebrating the achievements of our Year 13 students who have collected their examination results today. &nbsp;

There has been a lot of media attention on the fact that Year 13 results are being &lsquo;brought down&rsquo; after two years without external examinations, but our Year 13 results at Barton Court this year...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Chatham Historic Dockyard]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/493/chatham-historic-dockyard</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On one of the hottest days of the year, students enjoyed a visit to the Chatham Historic Dockyard as part of Enrichment Week.

A full week of activities and visits are planned every year as part of Enrichment and students have an amazing time out of school, enjoying different activities and making memories.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week Camp]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/502/enrichment-week-camp</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Enrichment Week Camp was once again enjoyed by students following the cancelled events during the pandemic.

Staff and students said how good it was to be back doing all the enrichment activities that had been planned.

Camp fires built, archery lessons, climbing and open fire cooking were just some of the things that were enjoyed.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sports Day 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/492/sports-day-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Last week saw the whole school take part in sports day for the first time since the pandemic.

It was an excellent day with students participating in rounders, bench ball and track and field events for athletics, as well as having chance to visit the ice cream van, BBQ and Sixth Form run stalls.

Well done to overall winners Wilberforce and also to the staff team who won the Sixth Form vs staff re...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Grease Production - July 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/512/grease-production-july-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[For three days in July, Barton Court students and staff staged a production of Grease, the first musical that the Music and Drama departments have been able to stage since 2019, due to the pandemic.

This was a great success, entirely down to the dedication of the cast and crew. The final night was completely sold out and we had the pleasure of welcoming the Lord Mayor of Canterbury, Councillor An...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Royal Society Summer Exhibition - July 22]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Twenty five of our BCGS Year 12 STEM students attended The Royal Society Summer exhibition on 6 July 2022.

They took part in experiments and enjoyed talking to scientists about their work and their career paths.

Popular topics included cold fusion power generation, the microbiology of chocolate, the Wendelbury asteroid, neuro controlled robotic prosthetic limbs and using supermagnets to heal bro...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 6 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Creative Arts Festival - July 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/496/creative-arts-festival-july-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Manor School hosted the first BCAT Trust Arts Festival which joined the creative arts departments from both Barton Court Grammar School and The Charles Dickens School. This was a wonderful showcase of Art, Design, Drama and Music from the fantastic students across both schools. The state-of-the-art facilities in the Main Hall at Barton Manor School welcomed the superb range of solo and grou...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 5 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Staff Wellbeing]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/505/staff-wellbeing</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here at BCGS, we take our staff wellbeing very seriously and apart from Chocolate Fridays, when staff get a cuppa and a chocolate bar to celebrate the end of a working week, we also run regular wellbeing events.

The summer term, saw staff take part in a cake decorating workshop, clubbercise, a walking history tour of Canterbury and a variety of other options all of which were very much enjoyed...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 5 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y7 Form - Charity Event]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/499/y7-form-charity-event</link>
			<description><![CDATA[One of our Y7 form groups organised a &quot;Tin Can Alley&quot; game and a Guess the Weight of the Cake at lunchtime.

Apart from being great fun, they raised &pound;20 for our chosen charities, showing great initiative and fundraising skills.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 1 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Geography Field Trip to Wye Crown]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/501/geography-field-trip-to-wye-crown</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y12 students undertook a fieldwork trip to Wye in preparation for their NEA investigations and experienced a range of fieldwork techniques.

They finished the day with a glorious view of Wye at the Wye Crown.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent MS Therapy Centre Jubilee Tea Party]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/494/kent-ms-therapy-centre-jubilee-tea-party</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Music Department were exited to be asked to provide some music for the Kent MS Therapy Centre&rsquo;s Jubilee Tea Party on 1st June. Students from Y12 performed a mix of Jazz standards and British classics as part of the group &lsquo;Jazz Democracy&rsquo;.

Their performance was very well received and we were pleased to be able to support this fantastic charity.

We received some love...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 1 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Prefects - May 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/490/sixth-form-prefects-may-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Last week we were pleased to announce our new Senior Prefect Team who are taking over from our departing Year 13 students. We look forward to working with Tom, Beth, Paris and Sophie over the next year and the positive contributions they will make to the School.

&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cakes for Ukraine]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/487/cakes-for-ukraine</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students organised a cake sale at break and lunch to raise much needed funds for Ukraine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A total of &pound;237.36 was raised in just 65 minutes of selling time which is amazing.

Once again monies were given to the Red Cross to help their fundraising efforts.

&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 6 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Keys to Barton Manor School Handed Over]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/486/keys-to-barton-manor-school-handed-over</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to announce that on 3 May 2022 we were formally given the keys to our new free school, Barton Manor which opens in September 2022 to Year 7 only.

Yesterday staff and Governors toured the new site and were seriously impressed at the wide open spaces, rooms and facilities that this new school will deliver.

&nbsp;

&nbsp;

&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 3 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[u14's National Hockey Championships]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/478/u14s-national-hockey-championships</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Will U and Will G, recently won the u14&#39;s National Hockey Championships at Lee Valley playing for Canterbury Hockey Club.

Congratulations to them both - a fantastic achievement!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ukraine Fundraising]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/477/ukraine-fundraising</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We raised an amazing &pound;1,486 for Ukraine today with our non uniform day.&nbsp; This will be sent to the Red Cross to support their fundraising efforts.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 1 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Careers Fayre - March 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/475/careers-fayre-march-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Last week Barton Court welcomed over 20 employers to the whole-school Careers Fayre.

Students were given the opportunity to speak with businesses and universities from across Kent and London to find out about what is involved in a variety of careers. All year groups were given the opportunity to speak with employers. 

We are very grateful to all local businesses who attended and gave our student...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Much Ado About Nothing - March 2022]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This year, pupils from Years 9, 12 and 13 have rehearsed tirelessly after school, battled Covid illness and have overcome year group boundaries to be part of 21 schools across Kent coming together to bring Shakespeare&rsquo;s iconic tale of Much Ado About Nothing to life.&nbsp;

Barton Court is part of the Royal Shakespeare Company&rsquo;s Associate Schools Programme, a long-term project where sch...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BMS - Building Completed - March 2022]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Barton Manor school build was completed today!

BCAT are delighted to report that Barton Manor School was finished today with practical completion and handover. The School will legally be transferred to BCAT on 1 May 2022 so we have plenty of time to move in ready to welcome our new Y7 students and their parents/carers to the transition and welcome events planned for Term 6.

Ms Cardus, Headteache...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[National Careers Week - 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/471/national-careers-week-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is excited to be participating in National Careers Week. 

In addition to the weekly and fortnightly careers provision in form time and careers appointments, students will have the opportunity to access information guides&nbsp;on careers / apprenticeships, and to&nbsp;engage in an exciting range of information including careers talks, a virtual Careers Fayre and a newly re-stocked car...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 7 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Girl Support - set up by a Y13 student]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/470/kent-girl-support-set-up-by-a-y13-student</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are very proud of Niamh, one of our Year 13 students, who has set up &lsquo;Kent Girl Support&rsquo;: kentgirlsupport.com and was featured recently on Made in Kent Radio.

This is a supportive forum and blog for girls in Kent to share experiences, and also to warn of any suspicious sights in the Kentish area. It also provides female advice along with providing information on various support gro...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 4 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Arden Theatre Youth Group Experience]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/468/the-arden-theatre-youth-group-experience</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Friday 24 February 2022 a group of Year 9 students performed three devised pieces at The Arden Theatre, Faversham in front of friends, family and the Mayor of Faversham.

We were approached by the director of The Arden, challenging Barton Court to create devised performances based on two stimuli: A theme from a Shakespeare play or a piece of educational theatre which informs the audience. The a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Inspire Lecture - Modern Foreign Languages]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Friday lunchtime, I attended the Inspire Lecture. There, a Linguistics Professor from the University of Kent spoke to us about the importance of languages at A-Level and degree level.

We discussed the effects some languages have on others and the key differences from English. For example, the sentence structure in Welsh is quite different. Instead of saying &lsquo;She was a famous singer.&rsqu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to Ben, winner of the ITF Junior Circuit Tournament]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Huge congratulations go to Ben who defeated the No1 seed to win the J5 ITF Liverpool tournament recently.

Ben, who has just turned 14 and was ranked 560, took the title in the third set decider from his opponent who was ranked 327, after success in his previous 5 matches.

The ITF Junior Circuit is the premier level for worldwide competition among under 18 junior tennis players and Ben&#39;s rank...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Talented Pianists at the Kent International Piano Course]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/467/talented-pianists-at-the-kent-international-piano-course</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Yamato and Rio, our two incredibly talented pianists, attended the Kent International Piano Course at Tonbridge School last week. They took part in competitions with Rio crowned the runner-up for &#39;overall advanced course prize&#39; and &#39;20th century class&#39;.

They were taught by a great pianist Freddy Kempf in the masterclass and performed Debussy and Liszt in the concerts.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Valentine Cupcakes - 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/462/valentine-cupcakes-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students raised &pound;360 for our chosen charities today by distributing Valentine Cupcakes to those who had been sent one secretly. #

Lots of smiling faces when they received their gift!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS achieves the NCCE Computing Quality Mark]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/460/bcgs-achieves-the-ncce-computing-quality-mark</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to have achieved the NCCE Computing Quality Mark, which is awarded by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Scratch &amp; Kodu Programming Extra Curricular Club]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/455/scratch-kodu-programming-extra-curricular-club</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 8 students have recently been enjoying some extra-curricular computing workshops. Making games with Kodu and programming Micro:bits!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 3 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Intermediate Maths Challenge]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/458/intermediate-maths-challenge</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Thursday 3 February 2022, seventy pupils in Year 9 and 10 took part in the Intermediate Maths Challenge.

The IMC is a national competition run by the UK Mathematics Trust, which gives opportunities for the more advanced mathematicians to solve interesting and unusual problems.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 3 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BMS - Funding Agreement Is Signed]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/453/bms-funding-agreement-is-signed</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT) is delighted to announce that the Department for Education has signed the funding agreement for Barton Manor School, meaning this amazing new free school is now legally within the Trust and will open in September 2022.

Students can now be offered a place on 1 March and the recruitment of staff will start in earnest.

Executive Headteacher of the Trust, Kirstin Ca...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form MFL Conference]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/454/sixth-form-mfl-conference</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&quot;The MFL conference was a very enriching experience that refuelled my drive to learn a lot about languages and cultures!&nbsp; Each session brought a different perspective to the table, and I especially enjoyed Dr Hornsby&#39;s talk about the similarities between Cockney and French!&nbsp; I went away from it discussing the topic with friends and family which sparked some really interesting co...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Schools Swimming Gala]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/450/kent-schools-swimming-gala</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Ed Williams who entered the Kent Schools Swimming Gala which took place at the weekend, representing Barton Court.

He did very well, and is now the Kent Schools Junior 100m Breaststroke Champion.&nbsp; He also picked up a bronze in the 200 Individual Medley.

He now stands a chance of going to the English schools&rsquo; Gala later in the year representing Kent schools&rsquo; an...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School Update - January 2022]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/449/barton-manor-school-update-january-2022</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Just 4 weeks to go until this amazing new school is finished!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Christmas Lunch in a Christmas Jumper - December 21]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/435/christmas-lunch-in-a-christmas-jumper-december-21</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Christmas lunch in a Christmas jumper - what could be better!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The BCGS Careers Journey for Students]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/426/the-bcgs-careers-journey-for-students</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our amazing Careers Journey for students by Mr Wilcock!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[EPQ Fundraiser]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/432/epq-fundraiser</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Well done to the Y13 students who ran a tuck shop outside at lunchtime this week to raise funds for their EPQ projects. Over &pound;56 was raised so well done James, Connor, Joseph, Danai and Evan.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Staff Christmas Doughnuts]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/444/staff-christmas-doughnuts</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Well, you can&#39;t say we don&#39;t spoil our staff with Christmas doughnuts and no Mr Wilcock and Mr Luret didn&#39;t eat them all, there was definitely a treat for everyone!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School Update - December 21]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/413/barton-manor-school-update-december-21</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Manor School is continuing to come together with work now gathering pace on the interiors.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 9 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Christmas Fayre 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/421/christmas-fayre-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We raised over &pound;1,000 at our Christmas Fayre this week with staff and students all contributing to fun activities with parents arriving to participate.

Porchlight, Rising Sun, Demelza Children&#39;s Hospice and Young Minds will all benefit as our chosen charities for this year.

Congratulations to everyone who worked so hard on this.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 9 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Canterbury Christ Church Computing Visit]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Last week, Year 13 Computer Science students had the opportunity to visit Canterbury Christ Church University. Our visit included a tour of the facilities, an exciting workshop on virtual reality, and the opportunity to speak to current students and academics to find out more about university life.

Thank you to CCCU outreach, the ambassador team and the computing department for facilitating our v...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 9 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Charity Football Events for Rag Week]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/429/charity-football-events-for-rag-week</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
Well done Sanju for organising a charity football tournament and raising &pound;210.74 to raise awareness for men&#39;s mental health. With fixtures across the week amongst Year 11, 12 &amp; 13, the Y12 team came out overall winners. 

&nbsp;

Thank you to all who participated and watched.&nbsp; 
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			<pubDate>Thu, 9 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Happy Christmas from the Chemistry Department]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Happy Christmas from the School&#39;s Chemistry Department!

A Christmas tree made of laboratory things are tradition in scientific labs to celebrate the festive season.&nbsp; A Chemistree is also an imaginative and fun way of educating the nomenclature of glassware and colours acid base indicators.

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			<pubDate>Wed, 8 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Carol Service - December 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/434/carol-service-december-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On 8 December our annual Carol Service was held in Canterbury Cathedral.

This was the first time the school was able to hold the event since 2019, and it was an emotional experience for both the Music Department, RS Department and all the staff and students involved.

It was a wonderfully uplifting event, with outstanding musical performances and thoughtful readings.

Congratulations to the Choir...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 8 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Piano Festival]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/407/kent-piano-festival</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Rio, who recently was awarded runner-up in the senior section of the Kent Piano Festival.

She was also awarded the Etude prize, for her confident performances of pieces by Chopin, Beethoven and Poulenc.

She follows in the footsteps of her older brother Yamato, who also performed as part of the former winners&#39; class.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 3 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The John Downton Awards 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/404/the-john-downton-awards-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The John Downton Awards 2021

Barton Court is once again celebrating success at this year&rsquo;s John Downton Awards. Celebrating art and creativity in young people across Kent, schools and colleges across the county take part. Submissions are judged by a professional panel in age categories 11-16 and 17-18 with prizes available and an online exhibition going live soon. This year out of 29 entrie...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School Update Photographs -]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/403/barton-manor-school-update-photographs-</link>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Enrichment Workshop - MFL - November 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/402/y5-enrichment-workshop-mfl-november-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&nbsp;The Y5 enrichment session this month was a taster of the 3 languages we offer at Barton Court. 

In German, students learned greetings and target language phrases, in Spanish, students learned how to say the colours and in French students learned about the Festival des Lumi&egrave;res.

All the students went home with smattering of a new language having enjoyed their first experience of spea...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 9 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Microbiology Club - November 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/397/microbiology-club-november-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our Microbiology club meets every Wednesday after school when students enjoy investigating the subject beyond the Biology curriculum.

Recently we have learned aseptic technique, made our own agar plates and learned how to make streak and pour plates &ndash; safely!

Our current investigation is into the bacterial content of different types of milk. The next investigation is to look for bacteria w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Student Flu Vaccinations]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/396/student-flu-vaccinations</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Kent and Medway Immunisation Team is coming to school next week &ndash; don&rsquo;t forget to do the online consent form if you haven&rsquo;t already.

Visit www.kentcht.nhs.uk/imms for more information. &nbsp;

You can also phone the team 0300 123 5205, text 07401320923 or use their web chat if you have any questions about your child&rsquo;s immunisations.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 5 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School - Build Update]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/391/barton-manor-school-build-update</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Significant progress at the Barton Manor School building site.&nbsp; Looks like it&#39;s going to be finished 3 weeks early!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 4 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y11 Artwork]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/395/y11-artwork</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Stunning artwork but a couple of our Y11 students.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 3 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Welcome Concert - CCCU]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/388/welcome-concert-cccu</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Back in September, Y12 A Level music students were invited to attend a Welcome Concert for the new intake of first year students at CCCU.

This enabled students to gain a valuable insight into the initial stages of a music degree course, as well as witnessing some excellent performances.

At the end of the event, three students from the cohort were invited to come up and play with a massed univers...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 2 Nov 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Canterbury Festival]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Back in June, students were given the opportunity to audition to be part of the Canterbury Festival&rsquo;s &lsquo;Beautiful Noise&rsquo; event which was held all over the city.

Melina, a singer-songwriter and pianist who has written 38 songs, was selected to perform in the Whitefriars Centre on Saturday 23 October.

Her set was very well received by her peers who had come to support her and many...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 23 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Jazz Journey Workshop]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Music Department was delighted to welcome back Joe Brown and Arthur O&rsquo;Hara (Deal Music and Arts) to run a third Jazz Journey Workshop with 20 students from Y8 to Y12.

This was a project that initially ran from February to March 2020, so we are really pleased to get this up and running again.

Students were encouraged to explore a variety of genres, as well as being taught some advanced...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Extra Curricular Netball]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/382/extra-curricular-netball</link>
			<description><![CDATA[It has been fantastic to see the return of extra-curricular netball in term 1 &ndash; with excellent attendance at training and games. 

The end of season tournaments saw some excellent performances, with Year 9 finishing 2nd, Year 10 3rd and Year 7 and 8 4th. 

We couldn&rsquo;t have done it without our excellent Sixth Form coaches, so a huge thank you to Milly, Madi, Lucy, Elise and Lottie. 

We...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[CCCU Sports Lab Visits]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/383/cccu-sports-lab-visits</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our Year 12 and 13 Sport students have had a great time at the new Christchurch University Sports Labs over the last few Friday afternoons.

Sessions focused on fitness testing where students got to participate in and lead a range of field and lab based tests, including the VO2 max test, wingate test and the bod pod!

Thank-you to @SportsLab_CCCU for organising and delivering the sessions]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[DT Enrichment Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/386/dt-enrichment-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to, once again, be running our Enrichment Programme for Year 5 primary students to sample life at a grammar school.

The first one to start the schedule this year was the Design &amp; Technology Department who ran a STEM activity.

Students had to work in pairs to create a balloon powered car. The skill they employed was critical thinking to work out just how the balloon would mov...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School Build Update - October 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/381/barton-manor-school-build-update-october-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Work continues on the new Barton Manor School.&nbsp;

Open Evenings for admissions in September 2022 for Year 7 only will be held on Thursday 7 October and Tuesday 19 October.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Morrisons &quot;Good to Grow&quot; Scheme]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/378/morrisons-good-to-grow-scheme</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We&#39;ve registered with Morrison&#39;s &quot;Good to Grow&quot; scheme so if you shop at Morrisons please do register your More card with the School and we can start earning points that can go towards equipment and seeds for our Eco School Club.

Thank you for your support.

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			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Macmillan Coffee Morning - September 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/377/macmillan-coffee-morning-september-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A great excuse to eat cake, raising &pound;431.00 for the Macmillan Coffee Morning this year!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Students raise over Â£1k for Jeans for Genes]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/374/students-raise-over-1k-for-jeans-for-genes</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students raised &pound;1,076.97 this year for Jeans for Genes.&nbsp; Staff and students participated and the relaxed dress was all for a good cause.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ben Gusic-Wan's Fantastic Summer of Tournaments]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/371/ben-gusic-wans-fantastic-summer-of-tournaments</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ben Gusic-Wan is celebrating a terrific summer of successful tennis tournaments and wins and has now been given a wild card entry into the top European 14u tournament in France known as Les Petits As.

Ben&#39;s successes this August include:

Tennis Europe Queenswood 14u - Singles &amp; Doubles Winner

Walmer Men&#39;s Open Tournament - Finalist

Road to Wimbledon National 14u Tournament - Single...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 7 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School Progress Update - September 21]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/370/barton-manor-school-progress-update-september-21</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Progress on the new free school, Barton Manor, is carrying on at pace.&nbsp; Due to be completed in February 2022 and new students starting in September 2022, this new build is looking very impressive!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 6 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to Harvey Lintott - ex student]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/367/congratulations-to-harvey-lintott-ex-student</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Huge congratulations to Harvey Lintott who left BCGS in 2019 to pursue his full time scholarship at Gillingham FC.

He was spotted for Gillingham whilst playing for Kent County team and was offered two scholarships at 16, playing football alongside completing his education.

After completing his two year scholarship at the Club, he was offered a professional contract and was one of only two player...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Level Results - August 21]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/366/a-level-results-august-21</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students at Barton Court received their A Level results on Tuesday 10 August and deserve huge credit for the success they have achieved in the light of the challenges presented to learning over the last two years. In particular, the success students have achieved in no small part is due to the determination and resilience they have shown as they have coped with the challenges presented by the pand...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sports Day 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/365/sports-day-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Sports Day wasn&#39;t quite the same again this year, but at least we managed to get out and enjoy year group Sports Mornings and Afternoons and the weather was kind to us!

Students participated in house competitions in Benchball, Rounders, Football and Athletics and we saw some fantastic team spirit, determination and performances.&nbsp; It was a really positive way to end the school year and th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Congratulations Mr Hodgson!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/360/congratulations-mr-hodgson</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Huge congratulations to English Teacher, Mr Hodgson, who has published his first novel, Larkfall.&nbsp; Many more to come hopefully!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 1 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Induction Day - July 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/363/sixth-form-induction-day-july-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[New Sixth Form students had a great two days at their Sixth Form Induction with tasters in their A Level option subjects, followed by a BBQ, albeit in the rain!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor School: Topping Out Ceremony]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/353/barton-manor-school-topping-out-ceremony</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Topping Out Ceremony&rdquo; &ndash; Tuesday 25 May 2021

Barton Manor School (BMS), Barton Court Academy Trust&rsquo;s new Free School, is celebrating the next phase of the School&rsquo;s build project with a Topping Out Ceremony.

A plaque commemorating this stage of the project between Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT), DfE, KCC with Kier Construction and Novium Architects has been commis...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Barton Manor Topping Out Ceremony]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/358/barton-manor-topping-out-ceremony</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Yesterday was a milestone event for the Barton Manor School, the Barton Court Academy Trust&#39;s new free School, with the Topping Out Ceremony attended by the Lord Mayor of Canterbury and the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent, the Lady Colgrain.

Thankfully the rain held off and the rooftop offered spectacular views across to Canterbury Cathedral.

With the build now gathering pace, this was an ideal oppo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Max &amp; Sanju Run for the Canterbury Food Bank]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/354/max-sanju-run-for-the-canterbury-food-bank</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are proud of Max and Sanju in Y12 who ran 9.5 miles this morning from home into school in very very blustery conditions to raise money for the Canterbury Food Bank.&nbsp;

They set a goal of &pound;150 and busted that target with a total to date of &pound;578!

Both students have realised the strain that the pandemic has put on local families and felt it important to raise money to try to ease...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[10% off School Uniform - 22 May-10 July 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/352/10-off-school-uniform-22-may-10-july-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Get 10% off School uniform purchased online between 22 May and 10 July 2021.&nbsp; Don&#39;t forget there&#39;s free delivery and a 100 day return policy.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Introducing Schools Police Officers]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/350/introducing-schools-police-officers</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Kent Police are introducing the new role of the School Police Officer which will support students, teachers, parents and communities in identifying and disrupting criminality and exploitation through early intervention and safeguarding approaches.

Please have a look at the leaflet to find out more.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA['Uptown Funk' Recording]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/346/uptown-funk-recording</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to present our recording of &#39;Uptown Funk&#39; recorded during the recent Lockdown.



&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Comic Relief 2021]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/344/comic-relief-2021</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We raised &pound;1,322.97 for Comic Relief this year!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA['Lean On Me' Recording]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/343/lean-on-me-recording</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to present our Choir&#39;s recording of &#39;Lean On Me&#39; recorded during the recent Lockdown.



&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Chilean Antarctic Base Flag]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/347/chilean-antarctic-base-flag</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are very proud that one of our Y8 students recently one a competition to design a flag to be taken to the Antarctic as part of the UK Polar Network.

A group of Chilean researchers took Harry&#39;s winning flag to their INACH Chilean Antarctic base on King George Island to raise awareness of the importance of Antarctica Day and and as a demonstration of just how globalised the world is now.

Th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 1 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[L2 Advanced Thinking School Status]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/349/l2-advanced-thinking-school-status</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court has been awarded the Level 2 Accreditation from the University of Exeter as an Advanced Thinking School.&nbsp; We are delighted to have received such a prestigious award.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 1 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[NOS Safe Remote Education Accreditation]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/341/nos-safe-remote-education-accreditation</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to announce that we have received the National Online Safety Safe Remote Education Accreditation for our commitment to providing safe remote education to all our students and supporting pupil wellbeing during remote teaching and learning.

James Southworth, co-founder at National Online Safety, said: &ldquo;Congratulations to everyone at Barton Court Grammar School on achieving th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 11 Showcase - October 2020]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/337/year-11-showcase-october-2020</link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Winter Concert - A Virtual Celebration]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/340/winter-concert-a-virtual-celebration</link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCAT Free School Press Release]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/336/bcat-free-school-press-release</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Manor School (BMS), Barton Court Academy Trust&rsquo;s new Free School, has appointed a Principal Designate and is consulting on its Admissions Arrangements for 2022/23 and 2023/24

Barton Court Academy Trust&rsquo;s (BCAT) Trustees in conjunction with the DfE have appointed Ms. Kirstin Cardus, Executive Headteacher of BCAT, as the School&rsquo;s Principal Designate. Ms. Cardus who has le...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The John Downton Awards 2020]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/334/the-john-downton-awards-2020</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to showcase the talent of just a handful of our Sixth Form Art students who have been shortlisted for this year&#39;s John Downton Awards.&nbsp; This is a Kent wide competition so being shortlisted is a real achievement.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y9, Ben, Selected for RYA London &amp; SE Training Squad]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Ben in Year 9 who has been selected for the Royal Yachting Association London &amp; SE Training Squad.

Ben&#39;s selection recognises his potential to progress within the British Sailing Team with the aim of winning selection for the UK Youth Squads or beyond in to the Olympic Development programmes.&nbsp; Selected on the basis of his performance and commitment to a programme o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Help from our Uniform Supplier]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/331/help-from-our-uniform-supplier</link>
			<description><![CDATA[

A new website from our uniform supplier Simmonds is now available to online ordering, as well as providing helpful measurement and fitting guides.

Please visit the new website at https://simmonds-ltd.com/barton-court-grammar-school/]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Independent Catering - Information for New Year 7]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/333/independent-catering-information-for-new-year-7</link>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The DT Department helps the Coronvirus Battle]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/323/the-dt-department-helps-the-coronvirus-battle</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Trust is incredibly proud of the DT Department here at Barton Court&nbsp;who are currently working flat out making protective masks for those in the front line of the Covid-19 battle.

The team of three, lead by Mrs Cottrell, LT of DT, Ms Morris, Teacher of DT and Ms Parker, Teacher of HSC managed to make 100 masks in a day on Monday and are hopeful that more materials coming in later this wee...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 7 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Free School Progress]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/322/free-school-progress</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Progress update on the new free school, showing the old Chaucer School in the process of being demolished.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ben Gusic-Wan named Kent Junior Player of 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/328/ben-gusic-wan-named-kent-junior-player-of-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&nbsp;

Ben started playing tennis at Canterbury Polo Farm&nbsp;when he was&nbsp;5 and is the current GB National 12 &amp; under Champion and ranked GB 12 &amp; under No 1. He is now participating in the 14 &amp; under age group and his highest GB 14 &amp; under ranking was No 8.&nbsp;

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Ben is now focusing on European tournaments for his development, and in March 2019, he won the prestigio...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[OFSTED Report]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/321/ofsted-report</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Dear Parents/Carers

You will be aware that at the end of my first term as Headteacher at Barton Court Grammar School we were inspected by Ofsted under the new framework that was introduced in September 2019. I am pleased to be able to share our inspection report with you as it confirms what a great school Barton Court is to both teach and learn in.

Whilst the new inspection framework is much m...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Launching the new Bee Keeping Club]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/319/launching-the-new-bee-keeping-club</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students are excited to be relaunching the Bee Keeping Club with a new hive delivered this week. The Club will officially start again when the warmer weather arrives and the bees&nbsp;are more settled and&nbsp;starting to become&nbsp;active.

&nbsp;

Our bees were delivered this week with 15,000-20,000 inhabiting just&nbsp;one hive.&nbsp; Hopefully&nbsp;students will be able to harvest up to 30 ja...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Valentines Day Cupcakes 2020]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/318/valentines-day-cupcakes-2020</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Big thanks go to Mrs Isaacs and the Sixth Form Prefects for organising this year&#39;s Valentines Day Cupcake giveaway.

Cupcakes were sold and given anonymously to students and staff on Friday 14 February and a massive &pound;348 was raised for the School&#39;s chosen charities.

Y13 have worked exceptionally hard during the last week of term raising money during Charity Week so more news of that...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[NOS Award]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/316/nos-award</link>
			<description><![CDATA[How timely that during Internet Safety Week we have achieved a National Online Safety (NOS) Award!

We are proud and delighted to have received this which demonstrates our commitment to the ongoing education of our students, parents, staff and governors&nbsp;about online risks.

Ms Benard-Grosso, Senior&nbsp;Deputy Headteacher, and Ms Haley, Deputy Headteacher, received the award today on behalf o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[EPQ Fashion Show]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/317/epq-fashion-show</link>
			<description><![CDATA[One of our amazing A Level students, co-ordinated and created her own fashion show last night as part of her EPQ. 

The fashion show concept was &lsquo;Fashion through the ages&rsquo;. Aimee&nbsp;took herself out of her comfort zone, presenting the fashion show with confidence and ease. Audience members commented on her commitment to the Extended Project Qualification, saying that she has &lsquo;s...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 5 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bikeability]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/314/bikeability</link>
			<description><![CDATA[All last week and this week students from Y8&nbsp;have been&nbsp;taking part in Bikeability and have been loving it.

Trained to the National Cycle Training&nbsp;Standards, students will gain practical skills and confidence in cycling on today&#39;s busy roads.

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			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Brand New Mini Buses for Barton Court Academy Trust]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Brand New Mini Buses for Barton Court Academy Trust

Both Barton Court Grammar School in Canterbury and The Charles Dickens School in Broadstairs took delivery of brand new mini buses last week.

Staff at The Charles Dickens School are particularly excited as the School has never had use of a mini bus and relied on transporting students via hired buses and public transport.&nbsp; This will make at...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lego Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/311/lego-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This week&nbsp;Year 8 students embraced the challenge to design, build and budget a Lego house.

&nbsp;

They had strict guidelines on how they must design their house and were given sample material to help explore the multiple ways in which it could look. All calculations of dimensions and quantities were done prior to purchasing their Lego bricks and they had to stay within budget. 

&nbsp;

Man...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Welcome to Chinese students from Brazil]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/312/welcome-to-chinese-students-from-brazil</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We have been delighted&nbsp;to welcome Chinese students this week&nbsp;from the Chinese school,&nbsp;Belacosta in Sao Paula, Brazil.

&nbsp;

The Chinese students shadowed their buddies in lessons all week, took part in extra-curricular activities, such as Basketball after school and our students participated in Chinese workshops, thoroughly enjoying learning about the culture.

&nbsp;

Everyone w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[District Basketball]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/313/district-basketball</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our Y8 boys travelled to Herne Bay for the District Basketball Tournament today. 

&nbsp;

The boys showed incredible skill and fitness in consistently strong performances. They went the whole tournament unbeaten, scoring some excellent team baskets. The boys were crowned District Champions &ndash; this is due reward for their hard work and team ethic this season! 

&nbsp;

Well done to the team.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Annual Awards Evening - December 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/310/annual-awards-evening-december-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y11 and Y13 students celebrated their successes at GCSE and A Level at the Wolfe Lecture Theatre, University of Kent last night.

Our speaker this year was Mrs Victoria Wallace, Director General of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, who gave an inspiring and insightful speech on relience, motivation and achievement.&nbsp; The insight into her career background which&nbsp;led to the CWGC and t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Schools Award for Resilience &amp; Emotional Wellbeing]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Kent Schools Award for Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing

Barton Court Grammar School is proud to announce that we have been awarded the Kent Schools Award for Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing. We are one of the first schools in Kent to be presented with this Award, which recognises the whole school approach to supporting the Wellbeing of our School Community. The Award was presented by David W...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 6 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Amazing Christmas Fayre 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/306/amazing-christmas-fayre-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Yet another hugely successful Christmas Fayre this year has resulted in &pound;737.40 raised for the Barton Court charities.&nbsp;

Students baked and sold cakes, made games and puzzles, ran raffles and generally had fun, increasing the funds raised for another successive year.

Congratulations to all those who took part and a big thank you for all the hard work!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 4 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y13 English Students visit The Globe]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/308/y13-english-students-visit-the-globe</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y13 English students had a fantastic day at The Globe, enjoying a tour, lecture, costume demonstration and a bespoke acting workship on their set text &quot;Othello&quot;.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Cup Rugby]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/304/kent-cup-rugby</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Both the under 15 and under 14 rugby teams had a good run in the Kent Cup, with unfortunately both teams being knocked out in the quarter final. This was an excellent achievement for the School in what is only our third year of competing at County level for rugby, and the first year teams have been entered into all county tournaments. 

&nbsp;

The under 14 team began their tournament against a ve...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Festival Pianist of the Year]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/307/kent-festival-pianist-of-the-year</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Music Department is thrilled to announce that Yamato Kinoshita (Y10) has been awarded &lsquo;Kent Festival Pianist of the Year&rsquo;. 

&nbsp;

This is a prestigious, annual competition for pianists aged 13-19, now in it&rsquo;s 114th year. Yamato has received a bursary of &pound;100 and an invitation to perform in the St Peter&rsquo;s Concert Series in Canterbury in May 2020. 

&nbsp;

Yamat...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 9 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Taste of Honey at The Marlowe Theatre]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/295/a-taste-of-honey-at-the-marlowe-theatre</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Excited students waiting to see A Taste of Honey at The Marlowe Theatre this week&nbsp;for their A Level Drama Course.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 Oct 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Macmillan Coffee Morning 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/288/macmillan-coffee-morning-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Another successful Coffee Morning for Macmillan with staff and students eating their way through copious amounts of cake to raise almost &pound;300 for this brilliant charity!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The One Show comes to Barton Court Grammar School]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/299/the-one-show-comes-to-barton-court-grammar-school</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&nbsp;

Wednesday 11 September&nbsp;saw a&nbsp;BBC film crew&nbsp;arrive at&nbsp;Barton Court, with presenter Scarlette Douglas, to film teacher Jon Hellyar delivering a first aid session to Year 10 students. This comes with the exciting news that after a ten year campaign, first aid is going to become a compulsory part of the National Curriculum taught in schools.

Barton Court was selected as th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[GCSE Results 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/278/gcse-results-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is celebrating another excellent set of GCSE results this year. The students at Barton Court are just amazing and this is testament to the hard work and commitment of both our students and staff. Students achieved 38% 9-7 grades (A**/A*/A grades), with 20% of students achieving 8 or more 9-7 grades (A**/A*/A) and 40% of students achieving 5 or more 9 &ndash; 7 grades (A**/A*/A).

98%...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A level Results 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/269/a-level-results-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is celebrating yet again excellent A level results this summer. All A levels taken this year were the new reformed A levels, widely considered to be more rigorous and demanding with a student&rsquo;s relying more on end of year examinations. The success of our students has been amazing; 36% of all grades were either A* or A and 62% of grades were at A* - B, and 82% at A* - C. These ar...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Chinese Students Visit BCGS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/285/chinese-students-visit-bcgs</link>
			<description><![CDATA[During our Enrichment Week in July, the School was delighted to&nbsp;host 15 students&nbsp;and their teachers from a school in China.

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Students&nbsp;took part in the multicultural day with Year 8, following their Barton Court buddies to exciting workshops, such as Circus Skills, ICT Mandalas, traditional crafts, Zumba, singing, African Drumming, mask making, Chinese stories and dance, team...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week 2019 - Trip to Lake Garda]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/287/enrichment-week-2019-trip-to-lake-garda</link>
			<description><![CDATA[During the 2019 Enrichment Week, 48 x Year 8 and 9 students travelled with staff&nbsp;to Italy for a week to experience the sights and culture of&nbsp;Norther Italy. 

&nbsp;

Despite the torrential downpour on our day trip to Lake Garda, the rain finally disappeared, the sun came out for our boat trip and the skies stayed clear for the remainder of the week.

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All students had an excellent...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Canterbury Arts Conference 2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/290/canterbury-arts-conference-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Art Department is delighted to announce that Parker Chandler and Ruby Burns came first and second in the&nbsp;Canterbury Arts Conference 2019 School Competition.

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The work the students submitted was of a high standard and to win the top two prizes is a fantastic achievement by both students.

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We then had&nbsp;two students who were shortlisted (Parker Chandler and Edward Norris)...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Level Art Exhibition]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/293/a-level-art-exhibition</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Year 13 A Level artists were celebrated in a wonderful Art Exhibition where their work was on display for all of the School to see. The quality of the work is excellent, it shows the dedication, commitment, effort and skill that the students have shown throughout the art course. 

The range of work&nbsp; also highlighted the independent learning that is being encouraged in the Art Rooms. Film maki...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Art UCLP Trip]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/303/art-uclp-trip</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Twelve&nbsp;students spent the day at the Jarman Building on the University of Kent campus looking at the &lsquo;Catching Flies&rsquo; exhibition. The exhibition itself is about distractions of daily life and the students saw examples painting, drawings, films, sound pieces and textiles.

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After having a Q&amp;A session with the MA curators, students spent time with Michael Newall (Senior L...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y7 Athletics Success]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/268/y7-athletics-success</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday 21 May 2019, 16&nbsp;of ourYear 7 students travelled to the Canterbury Academy for the Super 8&rsquo;s Athletics event. The event consists of teams of 8 taking on a track, field and relay event each in a team competition. 

&nbsp;

The Festival was well attended as schools looked to qualify for the Kent School Games Finals. Ten schools battled it out on a lovely sunny afternoon. There w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y13 End of Year Celebration BBQ]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/266/y13-end-of-year-celebration-bbq</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Friday 17 May saw the last day for our Year 13 students, some who have been with us for nearly 7 years!

&nbsp;

In the afternoon, all of Year 13 headed to the school hall for their final assembly as a Year group. After final messages from Mr Macaulay and Mr White, students watched a 10 minute presentation which included teacher messages and a collection of student photos from across the years. It...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Enriching Workshop - Art]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/265/y5-enriching-workshop-art</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On 20 May 2019, the School&nbsp;welcomed 20x Year 5 students to our Art Enriching Workshop. 

&nbsp;

Mr Turner, our Lead Teacher of Art,&nbsp;led a highly creative and practical session in which the children were able to experiment with a range of different materials and mediums to develop and explore their artistic flair. Being encouraged to embrace their artistic side as well as taking some wel...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mayo College students visit from India]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/264/mayo-college-students-visit-from-india</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Monday 13 May 2019 five students and their teacher Kunal Kumar (Head of French) from Mayo College in Ajmer, India, visited Barton Court Grammar School in Canterbury.

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Mayo College (est. 1875) is one of the most prestigious independent schools in India (similar to Eton&rsquo;s position in the UK).

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During their visit, the five student ambassadors worked with Year 12 philosophy st...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Alumni Reunion]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[We were delighted to host an Alumni Reunion on Friday 3 May when around 16 former students arrived to enthusiastically greet each other, catch up with what everyone is now doing and tour the School to see how things had changed.&nbsp; All had attended the School between 1990-1997.

It was&nbsp;fascinating to hear what&nbsp;their professions were now and these ranged from a psychotherapist to a PR/...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 3 May 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bethan wins the Lilford Gallery Award at the Turner Contemporary]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Portfolio Art Competition Success

Portfolio is Turner Contemporary and Canterbury Christ Church University&rsquo;s annual art competition for pupils, students, teachers and community groups across Kent and Medway.

This year the Portfolio theme took inspiration from one of the most controversial visual art prizes in the world, The Turner Prize, which will be hosted by the Turner Contemporary in a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 1 May 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Enrichment Workshop - History &amp; Geography]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/259/y5-enrichment-workshop-history-geography</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On the 30 April we welcomed over 30 Year 5 students from local primary schools to Barton Court Grammar School for another highly popular Enriching session, this time in either History or Geography. 

&nbsp;

Our young historians took part in a lesson with Mr Wood and Mrs Fajuyigbe, exploring a range of time periods and&nbsp;their important aspects. Making top trump cards about the Vikings and the...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Students from the College Sainte Veronique visit BCGS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/255/students-from-the-college-sainte-veronique-visit-bcgs</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Monday 18 March, we had the pleasure of welcoming 38 students from Coll&egrave;ge Sainte V&eacute;ronique, a school based in Li&egrave;ge, Belgium. Prior to the visit, our Year 10 students had emailed the Belgian students and started to get to know each other. When they were finally able to meet&nbsp; it was a pleasure to see such enthusiasm and motivation. Not only did the Belgian students hav...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[French Exchange Visit to the UK]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/256/french-exchange-visit-to-the-uk</link>
			<description><![CDATA[From 11-15 March 2019, 24 students from our partnership school in France, Coll&egrave;ge Th&eacute;odore Monod, came to Canterbury to stay with their partners. 

&nbsp;

After an amazing week in the outskirts of&nbsp;Paris back in November, we now&nbsp;had the chance to accommodate the French students.&nbsp;The&nbsp;French students shadowed their partners in lessons for a whole day learning&nbsp;m...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Basketball Succes at the Kent Youth Games]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/248/basketball-succes-at-the-kent-youth-games</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Year 10 Basketball team took part in the Kent Youth Games tournament at Medway Park in Gillingham in February. 

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Over twenty of the best teams&nbsp; from all over Kent entered the competition and represented not only their School, but their District. 

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The Under 15 team played four games in the league stages and were unbeaten in all four games , only conceding one basket! As a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Valentines Day 2018 - Cupcake Giving]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/252/valentines-day-2018-cupcake-giving</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our annual Valentines Day cupcake giving event was once again successful with &pound;233 being raised for the School&#39;s charities.&nbsp;

Students and staff purchased a cupcake anonymously for someone they value in our school community&nbsp;and these were gratefully received and consumed at morning break!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sports Science continues at CCCU]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/246/sports-science-continues-at-cccu</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday 5 February BTEC and A Level Sport Science students attended Canterbury Christchurch University as part of their university centred learning programme. This was the third visit for the students and was focussed on Sport Psychology.

The students had the opportunity to work alongside a sports psychologist who discussed the mental side to sporting performance. Students discussed arousal th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 6 Feb 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Primary Students Enjoy an Enrichment Science Lesson]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[This week at Barton Court Grammar School we welcomed over 40 Year 5 students to our Science Enrichment Workshop.

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The children were able to enjoy experimenting with Bunsen Burners and different metals in our brand new science labs. Dr Mansfield and Mr Craddock introduced the students to lab safety and definitely ignited their scientific interest with their exciting experiments, including i...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Christmas Jumper Day 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/249/christmas-jumper-day-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This year&#39;s Christmas Jumper/non uniform day raised an incredible &pound;645.26 for the Barton Court charities.&nbsp; Some great jumpers were in evidence!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cologne Christmas Markets 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/239/cologne-christmas-markets-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[What a start to December! On Friday 30 November, we left for our trip to Cologne, and it was, to say the least, absolutely fantastic.

Despite the early arrival, it was thrilling to be waking up in Cologne &ndash; right next to its renowned Cathedral. The beautiful feat of gothic architecture is the second tallest cathedral in Europe. Construction began in 1248, and to this day, has never been ful...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 1 Dec 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[District Cross Country - November 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/237/district-cross-country-november-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 28 November we took a team of cross country runners to compete in the annual District Cross Country Championships. Runners were faced with a very wild, wet and windy day, which made conditions very tricky. However, our runners were up to the challenge and produced some fantastic runs.

Runners were motivated by the promise of a place at the County Championships if they finished in the...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sport Relief 2018 Total]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/232/sport-relief-2018-total</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We&#39;ve just had confirmation that we raised &pound;696.03 for Sport Relief 2018 this year!

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			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Youth Theatre production of Macbeth for the Shakespeare School's Festival]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/225/bcgs-youth-theatre-production-of-macbeth-for-the-shakespeare-schools-festival</link>
			<description><![CDATA[BCGS Drama students were at The Gulbenkian this week for their production of Macbeth as part of the Shakespeare School&#39;s Festival.

The students have been working hard since June to perfect this performance and it&#39;s safe to say they made themselves, and the School, extremely proud.&nbsp;

They recently attended a workshop at The Gulbenkian and with their increased confidence, really&nbsp;m...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Globe Theatre Trip]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/233/the-globe-theatre-trip</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y13 English students enjoyed a trip to The Globe this month to learn about the history of theatres in London, the architecture of this particular theatre and the reasons it was built.

We heard all about the archaeological dig and following construction and afterwards went inside and backstage to see where the actors changed and prepared to perform.&nbsp; Each of us were given a line from Othello...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sports Science Nutrition Workshop at CCCU Sports Lab]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/222/sports-science-nutrition-workshop-at-cccu-sports-lab</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Thursday 8 November 2018&nbsp;Sixth Form students visited Canterbury Christ Church Sports Labs for their second session in their University centred learning programme. Students are taking part in a number of sessions across the year to experience the life of a sport science student and to explore topic areas beyond the curriculum.

Session two had a sports nutrition focus, with students taking...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Language Leadership Award]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/229/language-leadership-award</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Enrichment Day 2, a collection of our Language Ambassadors embarked on the Language Leadership Award.

Over the course of this year, students will be given the opportunity to develop leadership skills through languages and language teaching. They will learn and practise the skills involved with leading learning in a classroom, and as Language Leaders, our students will ultimately plan and deliv...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Blood Brothers Trip]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/215/blood-brothers-trip</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Key Stage 4 Drama students enjoyed a trip to London to watch Blood Brothers earlier this month.

A great time was had by everyone&nbsp;along, with a better understanding of this fantastic musical which will be the subject of their written Drama examination at the end of Year 11.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 1 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Design Technology Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/214/y5-design-technology-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court welcomed its first group of Year 5 students this year to the Design Technology Enrichment Session.

The session, run by Mrs Cottrell,&nbsp;gave&nbsp;the students a hands on activity in which they were able to design and make their own balloon powered cars!&nbsp;They also had the opportunity to work collaboratively with new peers to problem solve and refine their models until the final...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 2 Oct 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gifted &amp; Talented Youth Theatre - Gulbenkian Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/216/gifted-talented-youth-theatre-gulbenkian-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[BCGS&#39;s Gifted &amp; Talented Youth Theatre attended a Macbeth Workshop at The Gulbenkian to embrace the challenges given to them by visiting actor and directors.

Required to create still images of the story, they even created a human throne!&nbsp;

A refined performance of a scene from their own production of Macbeth, due to take place later in November, was then watched and feedback given, p...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 2 Oct 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Spanish Exchange to Madrid]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/235/spanish-exchange-to-madrid</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The ever-popular Spanish Exchange took place this year in September with 30 students, ranging from Year 8 to Year 13, making the exciting journey from Canterbury to Madrid. Once there, the students took full advantage of the amazing experience of living with a Spanish family; learning first-hand all about Spanish lifestyle and culture, whilst immersing themselves in the Spanish language. This was...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Macmillan Coffee Morning - 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/205/macmillan-coffee-morning-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students and staff at the School have raised a whopping &pound;408.69 so far for the Macmillan Coffee Morning!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A new partnership with the Sports Labs at CCCU]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/208/a-new-partnership-with-the-sports-labs-at-cccu</link>
			<description><![CDATA[BCGS is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Sports Laboratories at Christ Church Canterbury University&nbsp;enabling our students to access four enrichment activities in the field of sport science.

The first session was field based testing, and this will be followed with sessions in sports nutrition, sports psychology and biomechanics. This varied and truly enriching programme will a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Geography Field Trip to Thanet - September 2018]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The beautiful weather heralded the annual&nbsp;Year 8 Geography&nbsp;students&#39; trip to the Thanet coast to three different locations; Minnis Bay, Botany Bay and Margate.&nbsp;

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The purpose of our visit was to investigate and compare the characteristics of these areas. Students rated Botany Bay as the most fun, and several students created excellent geography-themed sand sculptures, inc...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aire Trampolining]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/203/aire-trampolining</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court&nbsp;is pleased to announce a new partnership with Aire Trampoline, a hugely successful &lsquo;Gym Mark&rsquo; British Gymnastics registered club with centres in Canterbury, Folkestone and Sandwich. Aire provide outstanding coaching and facilities enabling gymnasts to fulfil their potential.

This partnership will allow students who are excelling academically and competing at NDP Leve...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 24 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gifted &amp; Talented Evening 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/199/gifted-talented-evening-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Gifted and Talented Information Evening&nbsp;enables&nbsp;Barton Court&nbsp;to showcase and celebrate its provision for Gifted and Talented students at the School.

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Parents are able to discuss with subject teachers how Gifted and Talented students are identified, how they might learn and develop academically, and what curricular and extra-curricular enrichment is in place throughout th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[GCSE Results 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/190/gcse-results-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School is delighted with another set of excellent GCSE results this year. This year virtually all subjects were graded on the new tougher 1-9 scale, with nearly all subjects being assessed by exam only but this hasn&rsquo;t stopped Barton Court students excelling. &nbsp;

42% of grades were awarded 7+ (A*/A) whilst one in every five grades were either an 8 or 9 or an A* - this...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Level Results 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/184/a-level-results-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar School is celebrating, yet again, excellent A Level results this summer.

Virtually all A Levels taken this year were the new reformed A Levels, widely considered to be more rigorous and demanding with students relying more on end of year examinations. The success of our students is testament to their hard work, talent and dedication. Nearly half of all grades were at grade B...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Day 5 - European Festivals]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/197/enrichment-day-5-european-festivals</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ENRICHMENT DAY 5 &ndash; EUROPEAN FESTIVALS

The MFL department organised various sessions on European Festivals: French, German, Spanish, Italian and Albanian. We also had Year 6 students from St Thomas&rsquo; Primary School coming to work with our Year 7 and experience life at Barton Court.

The enrichment day was really fun! Each country we learnt about had an activity based on foreign celebrat...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Language Ambassadors]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/198/language-ambassadors</link>
			<description><![CDATA[LANGUAGE AMBASSADORS

2017-2018

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This summer the MFL Language Ambassadors have been busy planning and preparing language sessions to deliver to local primary school students. Last year our students went to St Peter&rsquo;s Methodist Primary School and it was a huge success. The primary pupils all joined in and it was really fun! Due to popular demand, St Peter&rsquo;s has asked that we go...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week - July 2018 - FRANCE]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/202/enrichment-week-july-2018-france</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Sixty&nbsp;Year 7 students enjoyed a trip to Chateau du Warsy in July as part of the School&#39;s Enrichment Week activities.&nbsp; Experiencing French culture as well as participating in team building activities were the order of the day and for some students, this was their first time away from home and staff were impressed by their maturity! 

Students took part in raft building, canoeing, arch...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jul 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week - Italy 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/207/enrichment-week-italy-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[During the 2018 Enrichment Week 40&nbsp;of our Year8 students and 4 members of staff travelled to Italy for a week to experience the sights and culture of the region. 

&nbsp;

All students had an excellent trip with highlights being a day trip to Venice, coach and boat trips around Lake Garda, a day trip to Verona (including a visit to Juliette&rsquo;s balcony), and a day in the glorious scenes o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jul 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Students enjoy a taster of Korean Culture]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/193/bcgs-students-enjoy-a-taster-of-korean-culture</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The MFL Department has&nbsp;enjoyed hosting&nbsp;four South Korean teachers at Barton Court for the last&nbsp;two weeks.

Our Year 8 students have been taught some Korean and have learnt about Korean culture. It was great to see the students enjoying a game of Yutnori, learning how to use chopsticks properly, playing gongginori and being able to sing along to some K-Pop songs with the famous BTS b...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 4 Jul 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Duke of Edinburgh Expedition - June 18]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/177/duke-of-edinburgh-expedition-june-18</link>
			<description><![CDATA[All of our Y11 students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh expedition this summer were successful in passing this element of the course with assessors praising their navigation, camp craft and especially their team work and resilience.

Groups camped at a site near Ashford which followed their walk from Chilham and enjoyed the rest ready for the next day&#39;s challenges.

Edward Gaskin, Opera...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Athletics Success]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/183/athletics-success</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday 19 June Barton Court took a strong team of over 40 athletes to the District Team event at Canterbury Academy. The team were looking to beat their 3rd place finish from 2017.

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On a hot day, there were some electric performances, with Daniel&nbsp; (shot putt), Calypso (long jump and 200m) and Scarlett (100m) being crowned District Champions in their respective events. 

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Bo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Senior Prefect Team for 2018-2019]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/178/senior-prefect-team-for-2018-2019</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The School is delighted that a new Senior Prefect Team for the academic year 2018-2019 has been appointed along with a new Head Girl and Head Boy.

We wish them every success in their tenure during the coming year.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 5 Taster Day - Saturday 30 June 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/170/year-5-taster-day-saturday-30-june-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This event is now fully booked]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 8 May 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCAT Finance &amp; Premises Manager award the Silver Acorn Medal for Scouting]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Sunday 22 April, Mrs Swift, our Trust Finance and Premises Manager, was awarded the Silver Acorn Medal for Scouting.&nbsp; This is a prestigious award which is given in recognition of specially distinguished service in Scouting and is a St Georges Day Award.&nbsp;

The medal was presented to Mrs Swift, by Dean Harding, Kent Scouts County Commissioner and then Mrs Swift attended an Awards and Ac...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Apr 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Microbiology Conference in Birmingham]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/181/microbiology-conference-in-birmingham</link>
			<description><![CDATA[BCGS was invited to attend the UK Microbiology Conference to present the findings of the Microbiology Club&rsquo;s hunt for a novel antibiotic. The afterschool group which comprises of Y11 to Y13 students had used organisms found in the pond mud around the BCGS pond to find antibiotic secreting colonies. Our lead colony has been already found in Korea and is used there to preserve rice.

The Schoo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Spanish Exchange 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/195/spanish-exchange-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&nbsp;

March 2018 saw&nbsp;30 students ranging from Year 8 to Year 11 travel to Canterbury from Madrid, as part of a Spanish Exchange. This was the seventh time this successful partnership between Barton Court Grammar School and Institute Las Rozas took place. During the trip, each Spanish student stayed with an English student and their families which enabled them to live the British lifestyle a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kent Sevens Rugby]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/180/kent-sevens-rugby</link>
			<description><![CDATA[With the Year 10s just missing out on a quarter final spot last week, it was the Year 8s turn this week who travelled to Sir Joseph Williamson&rsquo;s Mathematics School for the under 13 Kent Sevens.

&nbsp;

To be more in keeping with the spirit of age grade rugby, as intended by the RFU, teams were split into 5 groups of 6 teams for this event with all matches being group games and no quarter fi...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Under 15s Rugby]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/168/under-15s-rugby</link>
			<description><![CDATA[After their success in the shield competition as under 14s Barton Court were seeded for the Cup competition a year later as under 15s. This placed Barton Court in the established schools category and meant they would be playing against the top rugby schools from Kent.

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Barton Court were given a tough group with last season&rsquo;s 7 a side Cup runners up Ravenswood, 15 a side trophy winner...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 9 Mar 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Valentine Cupcakes]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/179/valentine-cupcakes</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Valentines Day this year was transformed into &quot;Give a Cupcake Day&quot; to celebrate the love for all, but especially those who do that little bit more for others.

Students purchased the cupcakes and then anonymously requested who they were sent to.&nbsp; An army of helpers formed an efficient delivery team, presenting cupcakes to those chosen during tutor time.

A big thank you went to Ms H...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS celebrates being best performing school in Canterbury!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/161/bcgs-celebrates-being-best-performing-school-in-canterbury</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is celebrating the publication of the government school league tables for 2017.

The School&#39;s Progress 8 score of +0.55 places the School 11th in Kent and the best performing school in Canterbury and East Kent.

Progress 8 measures how much progress a student makes in their GCSEs compared to when they joined the School in Year 7. Barton Court&rsquo;s score means, on average, stude...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[German Students Visit QE for Inspirational Talk]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/163/german-students-visit-qe-for-inspirational-talk</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Why study German? Inspirational Talk 

&nbsp;

&ldquo;Intercultural awareness and language skills are among the top priorities in developing and executing business in international markets&rdquo;

&nbsp;

On Thursday 25th January 2018, Miss Croft and her German students in Yr10-11 were invited to attend an inspirational talk at Queen Elizabeth&rsquo;s Grammar School in Faversham.

The guest speake...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gifted &amp; Talented Science Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/165/gifted-talented-science-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court welcomed a group of 43 Year 5 students from the local area to take part in a gifted and talented science workshop.

For many of the students this was their first time in a real laboratory and they were introduced to lots of new equipment and resources.

The students conducted practical work such as how to properly use a Bunsen Burner as well as seeing how different metals react when p...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Build Handover - January 2018]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/155/new-build-handover-january-2018</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to confirm that the new building was officially handed over to the School on Monday 8 January 2018.

Students will gain access on Monday 15 January and will benefit from new classrooms, science laboratories and a large, bright dining hall and kitchen to finally accommodate everyone!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jan 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Amazing Success for the Microbiology Club]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/149/amazing-success-for-the-microbiology-club</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;BCGS Microbiology Club has eight regular students and is clearly thriving as they have been successful in their search for bacteria which secrete novel antibiotics!

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These students in&nbsp;Years 11 to 13 attended the first of 3 sessions at the University of Kent Biosciences&nbsp;Department&nbsp;to use the university facilities to isolate the colonies of interest and culture in pre...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 4 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cologne Christmas Markets 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/153/cologne-christmas-markets-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Cologne 2017

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As part of our German studies, Miss Croft organised a day visit for students in Years 9-12 to the German Christmas Markets in Cologne, Germany. Mr Luret, Miss Wharton and Miss Parker joined us too. 

We met outside Barton Court Grammar School late Friday evening on the 1 Dec with our pillows, blankets and warm clothes. We all tried to get some sleep so that we were prepared f...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 1 Dec 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gifted &amp; Talented PE Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/146/gifted-talented-pe-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y5 students from surrounding primary schools enjoyed one of the School&#39;s many Gifted &amp; Talented sessions this week experiencing time with the PE department.

Sharing the Sports Hall with Christ Church University gives our students fantastic facilities and this was clearly enjoyed as children were put through their paces by all of the PE team.

The next Gifted &amp; Talented event is on Wed...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y7 Basketball Success]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/150/y7-basketball-success</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y7&#39;s had their third win&nbsp;in a row against Herne Bay High with a&nbsp;16:14 victory. Playing some very good passing and moving basketball,&nbsp;they&nbsp;achieved some difficult&nbsp;shots. 

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The key players were Alex and Matthew, though all players made an excellent contribution to maintain the pace and attacking flair.

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			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Equestrian Team at the National Finals in Buckinghamshire]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/136/equestrian-team-at-the-national-finals-in-buckinghamshire</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court Grammar Equestrian Team - NSEA

In June 2017, the Barton Court Grammar School Equestrian Team was set up by two parents. Their first competition was shortly after at Felbridge Showground in East Sussex. The team of 4 Year 7 &amp; Year 8&rsquo;s entered the 70cm Grassroots and won it with 3 team members qualifying individually: 1st, 2nd and 5th place. They qualified for the Regional Gr...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cross Country]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/132/cross-country</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 22 November, 32 Barton Court students travelled to Kent College for the district cross-country event. There were some strong performances from individual students in their race which means some of these students will go on to represent the district at the county event.

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In the Year 7 boys and girls race, Barton Court entered 12 students with all of these finishing in the top 5...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Children in Need - Duck Race]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/131/children-in-need-duck-race</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students and staff took part in &lsquo;Time To Go Quackers&rsquo; duck race in aid of Children in Need this year.&nbsp; 

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Our two newly elected Charity Reps raised &pound;30.00 selling the duck names to Sixth Form students and staff.&nbsp; 

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Our two lucky winners &nbsp;who chose the winning duck named &lsquo;Golden Duck&rsquo; were Mr Wood for the staff race and Lauren&nbsp;for the...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Build Update - November 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/143/new-build-update-november-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The School&#39;s new build is progressing with most of the work now happening on the inside and landscaping outside.

It really is an impressive addition to our school and the canteen facilities and dining area will be fantastic.&nbsp; The science labs are state-of-the-art and staff can&#39;t wait to get in and make it their own.

The flooring will be finished later in December and hopefully with...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Equestrian Team come 7th in the Nationals]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/124/bcgs-equestrian-team-come-7th-in-the-nationals</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The BCGS Equestrian team achieved an amazing&nbsp;7th position in the Nationals at Addington before half term. They jumped against 54 other schools who had also qualified from&nbsp;around the country in either 1st or 2nd position at their county events so competition was strong.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Schools representing England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales were all in the running with&nbsp;the top 8 duri...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Swedish Teachers Visit BCGS]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/128/swedish-teachers-visit-bcgs</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Every year the School is delighted&nbsp;to&nbsp;host visiting trainee teachers from Sweden, an arrangement that has been going on for a number of years.&nbsp;

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This year 16 trainee teachers from Upsalla in Sweden arrived to&nbsp;observe school&nbsp;life in the UK and see different approaches to teaching. &nbsp;This involved a tour of the school, discussions with staff and students, observi...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 7 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Art Trip to London]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/125/art-trip-to-london</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A successful day gallery visiting with Sixth Form students included&nbsp;the National Portrait Gallery as the first stop where we had a little look around at perusing the Cezanne Portraits Exhibition which catalogued over 50 of the&nbsp;works that Cezanne painted during his career.

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Full of inspiration students then&nbsp;walked over to the Royal Academy of Arts to experience the work of Ja...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 2 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[International Day of Languages]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/130/international-day-of-languages</link>
			<description><![CDATA[All students in Year 8 took part in the International Day of Languages, learning about various new languages and their cultural aspects including Mandarin, Albanian, Italian, Greek and German. 

Students also learnt about French cinema, performed plays in Spanish, created Chinese plates, researched recipes and cooked Croque Monsieur. 

The day was to give the students an initiation of different la...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 2 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Carol Service Programme Design Winners]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/127/carol-service-programme-design-winners</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to two Y9 students who have supplied the winning entries for our Carol Concert programme this year.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 1 Nov 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[School Performance League Table News]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/120/school-performance-league-table-news</link>
			<description><![CDATA[BARTON COURT GRAMMAR SCHOOL RANKED TOP OF THE SCHOOL PERFORMANCE LEAGUE TABLES (Provisional Oct 2017) IN THE CANTERBURY, COASTAL, THANET, SWALE and DOVER DISTRICTS

Barton Court Grammar School is celebrating after coming out top position in the new progress 8 measure across all grammar and non-selective schools within the whole of Canterbury, Coastal, Thanet, Swale and Dover Districts according to...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Samba Lessons]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/119/samba-lessons</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students from Y8, 10, 12 and 13 enjoyed an engaging and entertaining samba workshop at the Westgate Hall, run by professional samba musicians Kinetika Bloco. 

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Students were taught about the various drums within the ensemble and learnt two whole pieces in preparation for participation at the Canterbury Festival opening parade on Saturday 14 October. 

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			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Charity Cheque Presentations for the year 2016-2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/116/charity-cheque-presentations-for-the-year-2016-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[At the beginning of each year our student body votes&nbsp;on the charities they wish to support for the coming academic year.&nbsp;

Last year saw Cancer Research UK, Pilgrims Hospice, SNAAP and Porchlight benefit from all the fundraising that went on in school.&nbsp; In total almost &pound;11k was raised.

Not only did these 4 main charities benefit from the funds but so too did&nbsp;Jeans for Ge...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 2 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[John Downton Awards 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/110/john-downton-awards-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[This year a record thirteen of our art students have been shortlisted for the John Downton Awards 2017.

An exhibition of shortlisted work will be shown at County Hall in Maidstone (23 October &ndash; 4 December 2017); winners will be announced at an awards evening on 9 November.

Winning artworks will then go on to be exhibited at the Turner Contemporary gallery in Margate.

Congratulations to al...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Spanish Exchange Trip - September 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/112/spanish-exchange-trip-september-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[30 BCGS&nbsp;students enjoyed a fantastic exchange trip to the town of Las Rozas, close to Madrid.&nbsp;

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Staying with Spanish families and attending the local school gave students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language and culture that they have learnt so much about during their lessons.

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A&nbsp;day was spent in beautiful Madrid and the visit included El Palacio Rea...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y10 Trip to the National Portrait Gallery]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/107/y10-trip-to-the-national-portrait-gallery</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our first Enrichment Day of the year and Y10 art students set off bright and early by coach to the National Portrait Gallery in London. 

The new Y10 art project is called &lsquo;Portrait&rsquo; so this trip provided some excellent research as a starting point. As well as marvelling at the ornate clothing in the historical portraits we also looked at contemporary portraits and entries in the BP Po...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS Gains Advanced Thinking Schools Status]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/100/bcgs-gains-advanced-thinking-schools-status</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are delighted to report that the Cognitive Education Development Unit from the University of Exeter recently awarded us the status of Advanced Thinking School. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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This is a result of six years of dedication, training and development of metacognitive education with our learners and staff. Over the years, we have developed a set of tools and equipped our pupils with learning sk...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[GCSE Results 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/99/gcse-results-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is celebrating another excellent set of GCSE results this year. The students at Barton Court are just amazing and this is testament to the hard work and commitment of both our students and staff. Students achieved 47% A*/A grades (including 7+ in the new English and Mathematics GCSEs). This represents a significant increase of 5% from 2016.

97% of students achieved 5 A*-C grades incl...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sixth Form Results 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/96/sixth-form-results-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is celebrating excellent A level results this summer.

Overall, the % of A levels grades being awarded A*-B has leapt by over 5% to 55% and there also has been a significant increase in students achieving an A* grade. The pass rate was 100%.

These results are all the more impressive for the fact over half of the grades this year were from the new more rigorous A level qualifications...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[BCGS secures a national opportunity for Science Students]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/91/bcgs-secures-a-national-opportunity-for-science-students</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court is one of only 4 schools selected by the Microbiology Society to take part in its programme to discover new antibiotics from soil based microbes. Barton Court submitted a bid based on analysing the pond mud on the Barton Court site. This pond is mentioned in the Doomsday Book and has had at least 1000 years of microbial cultures growing in it.

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The School has partnered with Dr...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week - Campfire Cooking]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/90/enrichment-week-campfire-cooking</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students not attending Enrichment Week trips overseas&nbsp;are enjoying&nbsp;multiple activities in and around school this week.

Campfire Cooking proves a firm favourite every year and thankfully the weather was warm and sunny this year enabling students to enjoy cooking&nbsp;and eating&nbsp;outdoors.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week - Berlin 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/93/enrichment-week-berlin-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The School&#39;s Enrichment Week once again included a trip to Berlin this year.

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Students visited many sights relevant to the Cold War and Nazi Germany topics they are studying for their GCSEs. This included the Topography of Terror (a museum built on the site where the SS, the Gestapo and the Reich Main Security Office ran their central operations); the East-Side Gallery (a 1316 metre lo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week - Italy - July 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/103/enrichment-week-italy-july-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[During Enrichment Week 2017, Barton Court students visited the picturesque setting of northern Italy. 

During the visit, the students had the opportunity to take in the sites and sounds of Lake Garda, the maze like streets of Venice, the tranquil setting of Molveno in the Dolomites and the historical city of Verona. 

Another really enjoyable Enrichment Week trip!

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			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Enrichment Week - France 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/109/enrichment-week-france-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Y7 Enrichment Week trip to France in July was a great success! 

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85 students (and 9 dedicated staff) were able to experience excellent on site activities such as crate stacking, Chateau Olympics, Kayaking, Canoeing and Orienteering. 

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External trips included a snail farm (complete with tasters!), Disneyland Paris and Nausicaa. Students were also given the privilege of visiting...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Geography Field Trip to Nettlecombe Court, Somerset - July 2017]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Students enjoyed a successful Geography Field Study trip to Nettlecombe Court in Somerset within Exmoor National Park.

Evironmental quality surveys took place in Taunton town centre and sketches of Porlock Bay.

The surrounding countryside is the best example of this type of ecosystem remaining in England and was a rich source of research for Geography students.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 16 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kings School Speedy Car Challenge]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/75/kings-school-speedy-car-challenge</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Once again the Design Technology Department at Barton Court Grammar School competed in the Kings School Speedy Car Challenge, this year taking a record of 11 students over 4 teams, the most teams from any visiting school. 

Students from Years 7 and 8 attended the CAD/CAM club for 6 weeks and spent much of their own time after school to build, test and perfect their vehicles. We were thrilled to h...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sports Day 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/89/sports-day-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Sports day saw competition between houses across four events, with students taking part in benchball, dodgeball, rounders and the more traditional athletics.

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There was a great sense of house spirit, with lots of face paint and house colours. The weather just about held out and we even had a few school records. 

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The winning team were Wilberforce who clinched the sports day shield...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[My Fair Lady - Summer 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/83/my-fair-lady-summer-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[What a brilliant production of My Fair Lady - so many songs and a very lengthy script which students learned without a hitch.&nbsp;

The cast, crew and band were amazing and it showed what hard work and dedication they had given to it over the past few months.

Well done to all involved along with Mrs Baker, Lead Teacher of Drama and Ms Fenn, Lead Teacher of Music.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 6 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Year 7 Awards Afternoon]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The excellent achievements of our Year 7 students were celebrated at a special awards afternoon when they were presented with certificates for progress and achievement in their academic subjects.&nbsp;

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Certificates were also given to recognise wider participation in extracurricular activities, outstanding attendance and achievement of Barton Court Points.

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During the afternoon, to...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 4 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 Taster Morning 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/82/y5-taster-morning-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y5 primary school students from local schools once again&nbsp;enjoyed our annual Y5 Taster Morning.

Students attended for the morning to sample life at Barton Court and&nbsp;enjoyed&nbsp; lessons in Art, Geography, DT, Science, Music and Food Technology many of them making new friends along the way.

This event is proving ever popular thanks to the hard work of staff to make this such a fun morni...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 1 Jul 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y13 Prom - June 2017]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Broome Park in Barham played host to this year&#39;s Y13 Prom.&nbsp; The dress code was black tie and everyone dressed to impress!

A photo booth, sweet table and DJ kept everyone entertained and students and staff thoroughly enjoyed the party atmosphere.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[District Athletics Festival - March 17]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/55/district-athletics-festival-march-17</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Back in the Spring Term, 20x Y7 students represented the School at the District Athletics Festival&nbsp;performing exceptionally well&nbsp;and demonstrating an excellent team spirit.

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Some stunning results were achieved with&nbsp;Scarlett winning the high jump, clearing a height of 1.35m, and&nbsp;second place finishes achieved for Stanley in the 100m and Felix&nbsp;in the 800m.

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			<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y11 Prom - 22 June 2017]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/74/y11-prom-22-june-2017</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y11 students enjoyed a fantastic Prom at Broome Park, Barham on what was a hot summery evening.

The black tie event was a great opportunity to formally celebrate the end of their GCSE&#39;s and say goodbye to those leaving the School.

A DJ, photo booth, sweet table and buffet was enjoyed by all and some great photos captured the happy and celebratory atmosphere!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Brand new Equestrian Club]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/48/brand-new-equestrian-club</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A team of 4 pupils and their horses travelled up to Felbridge on the 18 June to compete in the National Schools NSEA Show Jumping qualifiers in order to qualify for the National School Championships 2017 to be held in October this year.

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This is a first for Barton Court and the pupils did themselves and the School proud, coming home with 2nd place in their class which automatically qualifi...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[District Athletics]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[On Saturday 10 June 4 BCGS students represented the Canterbury District at the Kent Schools Athletics Championships.

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Scarlett competed in the Year 7 girls high jump and finished a credible 4th place, jumping 1m25 on the day. Jake from Year 9 looked in good form in his heats finishing as third fasting going in to the final. In the final he went one better and finished as a close 2nd, clock...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[A Level Art Exhibition]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/45/a-level-art-exhibition</link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 7 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Fundraising for Alzheimers Research]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/62/fundraising-for-alzheimers-research</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students from all year groups enjoyed cake at breaktime in aid of Alzheimers Research.

Parents and students kindly donated cakes of all&nbsp;designs and flavours&nbsp;and nearly &pound;80 was raised just in this one 20 minute break!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 6 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ella wins University of Oxford Commendation]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/33/ella-wins-university-of-oxford-commendation</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The judges of the 2017 French Film Competition, run by the University of Oxford&rsquo;s Faculty of Medieval &amp; Modern Languages have awarded Ella&nbsp;a commendation in the Years 12-13 category.

Ella was required to write an alternative ending for one of two films, choosing Paris Nous Appartient by Jacques Rivette, a famous film form the French Nouvelle Vague.



Ella, who is also the School&r...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 4 May 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Y5 History Gifted &amp; Talented Session]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/30/y5-history-gifted-talented-session</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Barton Court continues to offer Y5 Gifted&nbsp;&amp; Talented primary school children bespoke lessons after school in a whole variety of subjects.

This month was the turn of History when local Y5 children came in to learn about life in Roman, Anglo-Saxon, Norman and Viking Britain.

Using what they had learned they produced Invader &quot;Top Trumps&quot; cards with star ratings out of five for th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[U14s Kent Sevens Tournament]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/31/u14s-kent-sevens-tournament</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday 14th March, 10x Year 9 students were selected to represent the School at the under 14s Kent Sevens Tournament. Throughout the day, the students played against some of the top selective and private schools in the County, finishing as runners up after a full day of intense rugby.

The team left at 7.30am, ensuring they arrived in plenty of time for their first fixture of the day against R...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gifted &amp; Talented Science Workshop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/59/gifted-talented-science-workshop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Y5 primary school students enjoyed a fantastic Gifted &amp; Talented session with the Science Department.

Apart from learning about Bunson Burners, they experienced what a science lesson at Barton Court would be like and met fellow primary school students who were thinking of applying to the School.

These sessions are always very popular and very oversubscribed so if you see one advertised,&nbsp...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Design Technology Gifted &amp; Talented Event]]></title>
			<link>http://www.bartoncourt.org/238/latest-news/post/64/design-technology-gifted-talented-event</link>
			<description><![CDATA[45 local primary school students in Y5 attended the Design Technology Gifted and Talented event to enable them to experience a secondary school lesson in one of the many subjects BCGS offers.

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They were tasked with an engineering challenge, building a bridge with spaghetti and blue tack, strong enough to hold a 1kg bag of sugar for 30 seconds.&nbsp; Learning about different types of bridge...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bee Keeping club]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The first group from the Bee Keeping Club had its inaugural visit to the apiary near Tyler Hall last week with more groups to follow over the Autumn.

Two bee hives were inspected and thankfully the frames with honeycomb were full of bees.&nbsp; Protective clothing prevented anyone from being stung!

Over the coming months there will be bi-weekly lessons so students can learn more about the import...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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