To celebrate National Poetry Day, students across the school were invited to submit poems for “The Poetry Trials”, a national competition run by Young Writers. An incredible 28 of our students have been selected for publication in an anthology as a result. Entries were of an exceptionally high standard, and the winners were chosen for their creativity, imagination and ability to use language to express their original ideas.

Throughout the duration of the competition, our pupils displayed the enthusiasm and commitment that characterises Heston students: they were excited to take part, and while they undertook the challenge independently, they were proactive in seeking the advice of their tutors and English teachers to make sure their poems were the best they could possibly be. After entries were submitted, it was a long and anxious wait to hear the results from Young Writers – but it was certainly a result worth waiting for!

Many congratulations to all of the students involved. The anthology will be published in the Spring.