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  • Sports News

    Published 16/03/26

    Year 7 & 8 Girls Football Match 

    Heston 2 - 2 St Marks 
    St Mark’s win 3–2 on penalties

    Goal scorer - Mia x2

    The Year 7 & 8 Girls Football Team produced a fantastic performance in a competitive fixture against St Mark’s. From kick-off, it was clear that both sides were evenly matched, showing great teamwork, determination, and impressive skills. The girls started well, stringing passes together confidently and putting St Mark’s under pressure. The breakthrough came after some excellent attacking play from Zaynab and Laara, resulting in our first goal of the match from Mia. St Mark’s responded well and managed to equalise before half-time. Our player of the match, Jannat, made some incredible saves, giving us the momentum we needed. Going into halftime. 

    The second half continued at a high intensity. Our players showed real resilience and teamwork, creating several strong chances before Mia scored her second goal to retake the lead. St Mark’s pushed back, and despite some excellent defending from Aaliyah, Raisam and Zofia, they found a late equaliser to make it 2–2 at full time. With the match level, the game moved to a penalty shoot out. It was a tense finish, with both teams holding their nerve well. Despite two confident goals from our players, St Mark’s edged the shoot out 3–2.

    Although the result didn’t go our way, the girls were really proud of their performance. 

    Dunya Sahill [8G]

     

    Y8 Boys Football Match Report

    Heston 1 - Cranford 2

    Heston Community School’s Year 8 boys played an away game at Cranford Community School. The game started off with end-to-end football but sadly, Heston conceded a goal early. After conceding an early goal, the boys showed real resilience despite Cranford's great efforts, with Jaswinder scoring a penalty. As the game progressed, both teams played really well, defensive lines were pushed and keepers showcased their abilities.

    Our Man of the Match, Joel, was a rock in our defensive line, showing real discipline when moving forward and maintaining positioning. Joel had a busy match, defending on the busiest side of the pitch, stopping a very talented winger from progressing up the field. 

    Unfortunately, in the late stages of the second half, Cranford scored, making it 2-1 and parked the bus for the remaining minutes, securing a victory over Heston Community School. This was our first loss suffered in the league, leaving us with 6 points from a potential 9 and positioning 1st in the table. We look forward to finding out the standings after the last match is played in our group to see if we are promoted.

    Man of the Match: Joel Sefah Dentah

    Aron Bussunt [8B]

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  • Medical Careers Event

    Published 16/03/26

    The medical careers day trip was full of lots of different engaging activities, including a session on diagnostics, where we learnt about the different types of medical equipment doctors use daily to diagnose patients, as well as a session on anatomy. My favourite session was the emergency medicine one, as we were able to learn and practise CPR on dummies, the choking manoeuvre, and the recovery position. We were also given the opportunity to speak to many different medical students, as well as two consultants, a cardiologist and an emergency medicine doctor, who were able to answer any questions we had throughout the day. Overall, this experience has provided me with a deeper insight into medicine and what it entails as a career.

    Diya Khosla [11Y]

    I really enjoyed this trip. It was an eye-opening experience and has even developed my passion for medicine further. From doing medical ethics to diagnostics, it allowed me to communicate and work together in groups to see how different machines work, whether that be for the heart rate or temperature and the oxygen concentration in blood present using an oximeter. It also allowed me to speak to current doctors who gave genuine advice on how I can pursue my dream of becoming an orthopaedic surgeon and the choices I will make from today to work towards achieving that goal through resilience. Overall, I enjoyed this experience and will really value it, and I'm looking forward to any future opportunities.

    Alex Voron [11R]

     On the 11 March, Year 10 and Year 11 students were gifted an opportunity to take part in a medicine-themed experience. The trip was an eye-opener, as we explored different medical stations such as diagnostics, anatomy, and emergency care, learning how doctors assess patients and respond to critical situations. These activities and demonstrations helped us understand the skills and knowledge needed in the medical field. Overall, it was an insightful and inspiring visit that gave many of us a new perspective on careers in medicine.

    Jaania Kanwar [11Y]

    The Medical Careers Event at ACS International School provided insight into the assessment process but also deepened my appreciation for the values that underpin effective healthcare environments. It affirmed my commitment to a medical career and highlighted the importance of cultivating both technical competence and a strong sense of responsibility, qualities essential for anyone aspiring to contribute meaningfully to the field of medicine. 

    Raiden Fernandes [11R]

       

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  • Quantum Theatre Performs Macbeth

    Published 16/03/26

    On Thursday, 05 March, actors from Quantum Theatre visited our school to perform Macbeth for our Year 11 students, giving them the wonderful opportunity to experience one of their studied texts in a dynamic, theatrical space. 

    I believe that the Macbeth play was absolutely brilliant. The fact that there were only four actors and they were able to memorise all the lines for the play was very impressive. The actors were very expressive and were in character for each character they played – this helped me to remember the play better. The scene which I enjoyed the most had to be the fight scene between Macbeth and Macduff. Another scene which I enjoyed was the panic that Macbeth and Lady Macbeth shared after killing Duncan, which foreshadows the mental breakdown that they have. 

    Melina Besic [11W]

    We were fortunate enough to experience the Macbeth play during our usual English lessons. The play was a very insightful experience. It provided a great benefit to my understanding of Macbeth as we were able to view Macbeth through its intended medium. I find that watching the performance enriched my understanding of the play, giving me deeper insight into the characters and their motives. This was further compounded by the immaculate performance by the actors. 

    Alpi Uddin [11W]

    The Macbeth performance was amazing. All the actors played their characters to perfection, from the accents to the language. There were also times of comic relief to allow us as an audience to relax and take in what was happening. 

    The choreography for the fight scenes was absolutely perfect, it was as if I was watching a Star Wars movie! These actors really put their heart into what they do and I was really aspired to be like them. 

    Reece Watts [11W]

     

     

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  • Othello

    Published 16/03/26

    From rehearsing to actually performing was magical. I loved being part of the cast and the warm welcome from Questors Theatre made me feel confident to perform. Everyone was so lovely and nice and they were all so helpful.  

    Performing on stage was a dream come true. I’ve always had a passion for acting and performing in front of an actual audience. I’m so grateful for Questors Theatre and my teacher Ms Bahra for making it come true.  

    We had a 2-hour workshop with a professional Actor and Director, Ellie. She was amazing and very helpful and made our performance even better.  

    Being on stage was magical and scary. The pressure of not messing up your lines and not being loud enough. However, the part when everyone’s looking at you, clapping at your performance, the praise you get after, the adrenaline, the spotlight on you, the feeling when you know you nailed it. The positives will always outweigh the feeling of messing up. Questors Theatre’s crew made sure everyone felt like the main character, no matter what their role was. They were truly amazing.  

    Jasmeen Sachdeva [9Y]

    I loved being part of the performance and acting on such a big stage where people pay money to watch you act. It was fun working with students who I didn’t know very well at first. Over time, we became friends. I had the pleasure of playing such a significant character in the play – I played Iago. The Questors Theatre was one heck of place; the dressing room and main stage were so big! The staff from SSF were so helpful on the day and put us at ease straight away. This play helped boost my self-esteem.  

    Gurnoor Dawan [9G]

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  • Heathrow STEM Workshop

    Published 09/03/26

    Yesterday, our school hosted an exhilarating workshop run by Heathrow’s STEM outreach team, which challenged us to step into the shoes of airport engineers. Working in groups of four, our task was to design, build, and program a functioning vehicle and make it navigate a real-life track. 

    The experience was a brilliant test of teamwork and communication. As the coding had to work perfectly in the physical world, my group had to stay constantly aligned to make sure our software instructions matched the vehicle's actual movements. We quickly learnt that strong leadership was essential to keep us on track, especially when we hit "technical hurdles" that required us to brainstorm and problem-solve as a unit. 

    The dilemma we had was difficult. However, my team stayed resilient and found a solution. Our vehicle seemed not to work, so we borrowed another car. Both of these cars just didn't work. Of course, we got extremely worried, but we stayed calm and collected. The pressure was intense! We asked the team volunteers to help us with the vehicle, and they did! The help was genuinely appreciated. 

    By the end of the session, the room was filled with energy as we put our coded vehicles to the ultimate test in a "race off" against other teams. We only had one minute to make the car move around! Although we didn’t fully complete the coding to make the vehicle go back onto the road, it was incredibly rewarding to see our hard work come to life, and the workshop gave us a real insight into how STEM skills are used every day to keep one of the world's busiest airports running steadily. 

    Haniah Razvi [8B]

    In the workshop, we were put into groups of four. In the group we had to do a quiz at the start about Heathrow Airport. Then we were shown the steps on how to program a chip which we would connect to the car. The car had to go across a bridge to the runway, then get a new light from the tool shed. This had many challenges, such as the car going off the track. This resulted in the teams adjusting the program of speed and turn time.

    We had to make a design for the car. Most teams went for vibrant colours, so people would know something has gone wrong and they need to be cautious of what is around them. This was a very crucial part of the workshop as it showed us that you must be careful of your surroundings. This also shows the usage of creativity in the workshop.

    The workshop also taught us the importance of working together in a team and that everyone in the team has a fair role, or the end piece will have some mistakes. The workshop also taught about the job opportunities we have and showed how key skills like creativity and teamwork not only contribute in school but also outside of school when you get a job. The workshop overall gave us an idea of what we could become in the future.

    Ro Nath and David-Geroge [8G]

    Yesterday, our school participated in an incredible workshop hosted by Heathrow Airport. The experience allowed us to step into the shoes of airport engineers to see if we had the resilience to handle their high-pressure roles. Our task sounded straightforward; we had to code a vehicle to reach a broken light and fix it within a one-minute time limit. However, we soon discovered that coding is far more problematic than it looks.

    Our team hit several obstacles early on. Initially, we were given two cars that simply wouldn't move, which could have been a disaster. Instead of giving up, we stayed positive and kept working. The time pressure was so intense that we couldn't even finish the car's design because we were so focused on making sure the code worked. Through resilience and leadership, we overcame these technical glitches and successfully completed the work as a team. The Heathrow team was thoroughly impressed by our work and our ability to stay calm under pressure. It was a tough challenge, but by working as a team, we proved we could handle anything.

    Reflecting on that day, I’ve realised that being an engineer isn't just about knowing how to code; it’s about having the resilience to keep going when things don’t work the first time. Even though we struggled with broken cars and a 20-minute time, the sense of achievement we felt when our car finally moved was amazing. This workshop showed me that teamwork and problem solving are just as important as technology itself. I’m really proud of how our team stayed positive throughout the pressure, and I now have a much clearer idea of the exciting, coded challenges that people face every day at a world airport like Heathrow.

    Dunya Sahil [8G]

       

     

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  • KS4 Girls’ Gym Club

    Published 09/03/26

    Outstanding Attendance, Achievement, and Wellbeing!

    This term, our KS4 Girls’ Gym Club has continued to go from strength to strength, with exceptional attendance and an inspiring level of commitment from all students involved. The club has created a positive, empowering environment where the girls can focus on their fitness, build confidence, and support one another in leading healthy, active lifestyles.

    The enthusiasm shown by the girls each week has been remarkable. Due to growing popularity, there has now been a second gym session added for the girls, which is run by a female personal trainer, motivating them and providing them with a safe, inclusive space for the girls to build their confidence. Whether they are working on cardiovascular fitness, strength training, or flexibility, they consistently demonstrate resilience, determination, and teamwork. Their dedication reflects not only a passion for physical activity but also a growing understanding of the crucial role that health and wellbeing play in academic success.

    As we move closer to the examination season, staying active is more important than ever. Regular exercise has been proven to boost concentration, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality—all essential ingredients for effective revision and strong performance in exams. The KS4 Girls’ Gym Club offers a valuable space for students to unwind, re‑energise, and balance their study commitments with physical activity.

    We are incredibly proud of the progress, positivity, and community spirit shown by everyone participating this year. Well done to all the girls for their continued dedication. Keep up the fantastic work—your effort today strengthens both your body and mind for the busy months ahead!

     

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  • DWP Apprenticeships

    Published 09/03/26

    Christine from the Department of Work and Pensions came into school to talk to the Year 9's about apprenticeships. Students found out about the range of apprenticeships available and the different levels available. Students now have an idea of the value of undertaking an apprenticeship as an alternative route along their careers journey. Students are also aware of how to apply for these opportunities and where to seek further help if needed.  This is invaluable advice as they start to think about their options and routes into employment after completing GCSE.

    Feedback:

    I liked the assembly because it was motivating, with the things that Christine said. I feel more confident now, about what I am going to do in the future and how this works. Christine was very inspiring. I would like to do an apprenticeship in the future. I feel happy now and super excited about the challenges ahead of me.

    Aaryan Mohan [9W]

    I learnt that apprenticeships are not full-time jobs. There is a minimum wage and you have to be over 16 years old to start one. The opportunity is free and you will have work experience, with extra time off for study. This is a good opportunity.

    Yayha Aden [9O]

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  • World Book Day 2026

    Published 09/03/26

    The LRC hosted a magical Harry Potter themed spectacular to celebrate World Book Day and showcase Heston’s love of good literature and it’s remarkable ability for fantastical escapism. KS3 were invited to engage in a dress up zone with Harry Potter costumes and wizardry props and spellbinding scratch masks uniquely designed by the students. A photo booth style activity saw students donning marvellous moustaches and fabulous hats and comedy glasses to create characters linked to their favourite texts. Other games included ‘Guess the genre’, ‘Duck Hunt’ and ‘Guess the number of bookworms in the jar’. WBD was the catalyst we needed to create excitement and a book buzz that we hope lasts! 

    Kyra Bryan [LRC Manager]

    My name is Karanjit and in my opinion, World Book Day was important for the LRC. My favourite part of World Book Day was helping out and participating in events. My favourite game was Duck Hunt because it was intense and fun. I also liked seeing different people dress up as different characters from different stories.

    Karanjit Singh [7P]

    My name is Sukhraj and I am going to tell you what happened in the LRC to celebrate World Book Day. We had many fun activities, such as dressing up, Guess the Genre, Duck Hunt and more. Many people who attended this found this a very fun opportunity to get involved with the LRC. Because of the Library Monitors, the activities were successful.

    Sukhraj Singh [7P]

    I enjoyed World Book Day extremely. I was getting bored with life but when Miss Bryan asked me if I wanted to host the WBD assembly and lead some of the WBD activities, I was overjoyed. I loved the assembly days when I delivered a presentation to KS3 students and staff. Gosh, I was nervous, but I still loved it and at lunchtime I made my own character and I loved it more than I could express. So everything went well and I loved it EXTREMELY.

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  • Maths Challenge Success

    Published 06/03/26

     Congratulations to the Year 11 students who received Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards in the UKMT Intermediate Mathematical Challenge!

    Your hard work, problem-solving skills, and dedication to Mathematics have truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of your achievement. Well done, and keep aiming high!

    Particular congratulations go to Gold Award Winners Christopher Goes, Sahil Kotak and Alpi Uddin Bhuyan. Alpi has qualified for the next national round, known as the 'Pink Kangaroo' Certificate and received the honour of 'Best in School' 

    Mr Bussunt

    The Wavell School - UK Intermediate Maths Challenge Results 2025

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  • Limitless Apprenticeship and Jobs Fair Trip

    Published 27/02/26

    Fifteen students from Year 9–Year 12 went to the London Borough of Hounslow's apprenticeship and job fair on 10 February 2026. Students had the opportunity to talk to a range of employers about future careers. All students attended a workshop presentation on future options.

    I enjoyed the trip; there were many employers to help us with our future and careers. Nakshi Kapadiya [10G]

    I really enjoyed how the people working there came up to you and asked you questions. I talked to West Thames College and asked them what lessons they provide. Overall I really enjoyed it. Soma Salam [10P]

    I think the trip was good because it provided a chance to look at job opportunities. Manvirjit Singh [10R]

    I really enjoyed the trip, as I got to learn about different opportunities regarding colleges and university. Daisy Collier [10P]

    I learnt about careers and apprenticeships and how to get into them. I choose to do a design or technology based career following this. Azekah Fernandes [10R]

    I enjoyed learning how to become a pilot and the skills that I need. Zakir Arman [10W]

    I enjoyed the workshop and asked questions about what they do, how much they earned and how they got into the job. Overall, I found the trip enjoyable. Wahaj Syed [10B]

    I learnt that you can do apprenticeships whilst studying and there are many pathways towards success and education. I found the workshop useful for learning about different careers. Also, speaking to people, understanding different opportunities. Julia Mwangi [10B]

    I enjoyed that we got to walk around and ask people about careers that we are interested in. Now we have knowledge about the career we have in mind. Overall, I really like how the people who worked there wanted to communicate with us about anything we had in mind. Iqbal Bulhan [10G]

    I found this helpful to find out about apprenticeships. I got the opportunity to speak to the staff and ask them questions about their career. Ayush Busawah [10W]

    Today was useful. I found out about Natwest and got clarity about the department I want to go into in the future. I enjoyed the workshop about CISCO, as it was mainly about interview skills, which was really helpful to hear and made me more prepared for future interviews. Harleen Garcha [12D]

    I enjoyed talking to Natwest, even though I was not interested in what they offered. They were very respectful and understanding. The NHS helped me clear up my options and decide a path for me and what I could do if I wanted a change of scenery or did not like the job I wanted. I looked at apprenticeships and what I could do if I didn't want to do a degree. I spoke to CISCO. I previously had work experience with them and won a competition at Bedfont Lakes. Safiyah Syed [12F]

      

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  • Thriving Heston Chess Club

    Published 26/02/26

    Heston Chess Club meets every Tuesday lunchtime in SG40. 

    When I first came to this school, my friends and I sometimes felt bored during lunchtime because we didn’t always know what to do. Then we discovered Chess Club.

    At first, I wasn’t sure about joining, but I decided to give it a try — and it turned out to be an amazing decision. Chess Club is a wonderful place where everyone is kind, supportive and encouraging. It makes learning chess more fun and exciting. Since joining, I have improved my problem-solving and strategic thinking skills. I have also become more confident and made new friends. Now, I actually look forward to lunchtime because I know I get to go to Chess Club.

    I’m really happy I joined, and I would definitely recommend it to other students.

    Harkirat Singh [Year 7]

     

    Before joining Chess Club, I already knew how to play, but I did not find the game particularly enjoyable. Playing alongside friends and peers has changed my experience completely. The supportive and friendly environment has made chess more engaging and enjoyable, while also helping me to improve my skills.

    Hanan Essa [Year 10]

     

    I’ve been going to Chess Club for a while now, and it’s become one of my favourite parts of the week. It runs every Tuesday at lunchtime in SG40, and the best thing is that absolutely anyone can come along, whether you’ve been playing for years or you’ve never even touched a chessboard before. Each session has a really relaxed feel, with plenty of friendly matches happening around the room and lots of chances to learn new strategies from other players. Some of the best players are competitive in the best way, and they love taking on anyone who’s up for a challenge, and tournaments are hosted against other schools, which makes things even more exciting. Beginners are always welcome, and advanced players get plenty of tough games too, so there’s something for everyone. Since joining, I’ve noticed how much it helps with concentration and problem-solving, and it has definitely boosted my confidence over time. It also teaches teamwork and good sportsmanship, because we all learn from each other and support one another’s progress. The atmosphere is friendly, supportive, inclusive, and genuinely fun, which is why so many of us keep coming back. If you’re even a little bit curious, come along next Tuesday and bring a friend, because the more people who join, the better the club becomes.

    Vajahat Hussain [Year 13]

    Thank you to Ms Lebied and Ms Dussroth for running this activity. 

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  • Cambridge University - Biology Challenge 2026 begins

    Published 18/02/26

    Students had a wonderful opportunity to participate in the Cambridge University - Homerton Biology Challenge for the 2025-26 academic year (ongoing). The challenge comprises multiple rounds, each featuring a broad, thought-provoking question linked to Biology, i.e., ‘Can new life be created?’ and ‘Why is Maths a gift for Biologists?’. Options for submitting responses include essays, audio, video, posters,and presentations.

    Designed to mirror university-style questions at interviews, exposure to, and engagement with scientific research, this challenge put many skills to the test, such as critical thinking, effective written communication, and thoughtful research, utilising multiple resources to produce responses. Some students received certificates for participation, ‘commended’ for their entries, equal to 2 points, with some also earning a badge of Merit equal to 0.5 bonus point. It is a significant and proud achievement, both for students and teachers at Heston Community School.   

    Participants said the experience boosted their confidence and deepened their interest in pursuing science in the future. The challenge inspired greater enthusiasm for biology and motivated students to continue exploring complex scientific topics beyond the classroom. It is an experience we will never forget.  

    Ali Babar [Year 12]

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