Last Saturday, two teams of our talented pupils from Years 9–11 represented our school with pride in the preliminary round of the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Top of the Bench competition. Facing strong contenders from across the region, our teams tackled a series of challenging written questions with determination and skill.

The event, hosted at Coventry University, also provided an exciting opportunity for the students to tour the university’s impressive labs and facilities, gaining insight into a range of courses on offer.

Both teams performed brilliantly, and we are incredibly proud of their hard work and commitment—especially on a weekend! Every participant received a certificate and a goody bag as a token of appreciation for their efforts.

We are thrilled to announce that at least one of our teams has progressed to the regional final, which will take place at the University of Birmingham in January. We wish them every success as they prepare for this next exciting challenge!