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Famous TEDx ‘red spot’ returns to Taunton School
Taunton School students organised and hosted a TEDx event recently, delivering a series of insightful talks on scientific and philosophical topics. TEDx – the ‘x’ meaning it is independently organised…
Handwriting – Too Much of a Handful?
There are many pointless skills that people learn in life, skills that when abandoned should not cause any amount of public or private grief. Examples might include: cheese rolling, extreme…
South African Rugby Tour for promising students
Sixth Formers Will Perry and Tom Walsh have recently returned from South Africa after taking part in a Rugby Tour with The England Lambs Rugby squad. Will and Tom, both…
Social Responsibility: The School's Contribution to Society
I was in Hong Kong over Easter and met with a wonderful group of people. They were OTs from every decade from the 1960s until the present day. It was…
The Wurzels to perform at Taunton School
Legendary Somerset band The Wurzels have been invited to perform at a special public event at Taunton School this June. Cider-drinkers and combine-harvester fans will be warming up their vocal…
Bethan visits Parliament to highlight Youth Mental Health
Year 13 student Bethan Collier highlighted the importance of Youth Mental Health at a specially organised parliament meeting with MPs, including the Minister for Mental Health. Bethan attended the Houses…
Exams v Co-Curricular: Keeping Routines Going During Exam Periods
The lengthening and lightening of evenings in the summer term holds different attractions for different people. Some relish the chance to sit out late in the garden with a glass…
Taunton School hosts inspiring science event for girls
Taunton School recently hosted the annual ‘Skirting Science’ event, aimed at encouraging girls to get interested in STEM. It was a resounding success with over 230 Year 9 girls from…
Swedish International Hockey Team visits School for Skol Cup
Taunton School recently hosted the 20th Biennial Hockey Tournament, in which teams from all over the country competed for the ‘Skol Cup’, and this year included Sweden’s International team. Earlier…
Spring Term: Achievements to be Celebrated
I always seem to write at the end of term about how busy it has been. This one has been no different with so many activities going on and…