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Might AI unleash earth's secrets? This was the question posed by Dr Matthew Blackett at the Royal Geographical Society as he gave our Lower Sixth Geography students fascinating insight about how AI can provide new opportunities to manage, predict and monitor natural hazards such as volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. This information is invaluable to further the students' understanding of how humans manage complex hazards. . #aiineducation #earthsecrets

This week, Media students visited Disneyland Paris on a Study Experience trip. They learned about the wider Disney Empire - marketing, branding, audience targeting and their history - before taking part in project work. The focus was on media ownership and brand diversification as well as exploration of marketing. Students watched exclusive footage about new Disney projects such as the new Frozen Kingdom, the rebranding of Disney Studios to Adventure World, Imagineering bots, drone light shows and new use of 3D technology. They also enjoyed timeon the rides and exploring the Disney Village! . #disneylandparís #mediastudies #branddiversification

If there was a prize for the largest Christmas Chocolate Log this would probably win it!! Ready to feed Christmas Lunch to around 1,000 hungry pupils and staff on the last day of term our catering team have done themselves proud this year 🔔🎅😋 . #chocolatelog #Christmaslunch #sodexo

Over 100 participants from the Reed's community braved the weather to take part in the Santa Fun Run at Painshill Park yesterday! Raising funds for the House charities, it was a lovely event to get everyone in the Christmas spirit ⛄️ . #funrun #santafunrun #charityfundraiser #painshillpark

It was great to read the highly complimentary review of our main production, Cloudstreet, by the representative from National School Theatre Awards who attended performance. It's a richly layered and technically demanding play which tells the story of two families, the Pickles and the Lambs, who live in a single house in post-war Perth, Australia. Some of the comments included: '...this production was expertly crafted from beginning to end with remarkable acting performances' 'What emerged onstage was not merely a school production, but a fully realised piece of theatre, thoughtful in its concept, confident in its execution, and rich in emotional detail' 'The set design was also highly effective; a particularly striking choice was the inclusion of a functioning onstage swimming pool' Four students have been nominated for awards and will attend the ceremony in January 2026 - we've got our fingers crossed for you all! 🤞 . #dramaperformance #schooldrama #cloudstreet #nationalschooltheatreawards

#ThrowbackThursday to our Autumn Concert held at St Martin of Tours Church last week. It was a joyful celebration of the energy and ambition that sit at the heart of music-making at Reed’s. The Orchestra joined forces with the Corps of Drums to open the event with a gripping performance of Holst’s Mars. This was equalled with incredible soloists who, in turn, brought poised performances on the oboe, violin, trumpet and clarinet on pieces by composers such as Mozart, Hummel and Vivaldi. Schola Cantorum then offered a moment of stillness with Clive Osgood’s beautiful composition, 'His word shall stand forever'. After an atmospheric rendition of Sakamoto’s Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence and Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2, a flute solo of Rodrigo’s Fantasía provided an elegant and lyrical interlude. The evening gathered further momentum with the stirring Echoes of Valour composed by U6th student Sam O before the Orchestra, Schola Cantorum and the Ripley Court Singers joined together for a spectacular finale of Mike Oldfield’s Incantations, bringing the concert to a powerful and uplifting close. . #creativity #grippingperformance #atmosphericmusic @ripleycourt

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas.... Especially for the pupils who very kindly filled and brought in an incredible 100 shoeboxes for the Samaritan's Purse Christmas Appeal. They will be sent to children in need across the world; it was genuinely moving to see the care and creativity that went into every single box. What a wonderful testament to the compassion and generosity within our school - our founder, Rev Andrew Reed, would be very proud! . #compassion #samaritanspurse #samaritanspurseshoeboxes #christmasgiving

A group of Lower Sixth students visited Oxford University to consider their uni application options. They were delighted to be shown round by Old Reedonian, Daphne Morris, who is a current undergrad there. She answered questions about life at the university and the application process, giving candid and detailed answers. After lunch the students took part in a Scavenger Hunt across the city - despite the damp conditions the group took part with gusto and thoroughly enjoyed the day! From January our Crucible Club is open to any L6 student who would like to explore the possibility of an Oxbridge university application. . #oxforduniversity #oxforduni #Oxbridge #scavengerhunt #inspiring @reedsalumni

We're recruiting! Due to increased demand we're looking for TEACHERS OF BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY & PHYSICS to work in our very successful Science department. Each science is taught separately and results are regularly amongst the best in the school. Reed's School is a friendly, inclusive community and excellent benefits are offered alongside competitive salaries. For details please click on the Vacancies link in our bio Linktree. CLOSES: 20th Nov 2025 . #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #chemistryteacher #teachingvacancies #TeachingVacancy #TeachingJobs

Today we assembled as whole School to remember the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our freedom, reflecting especially on the courage and resilience of those Old Reedonians who lost their lives for us all. After a 2-minute silence the “Last Post” was sounded and the Choir’s renditions of Only Remembered and Calon Lan completed a poignant service. On Sunday our Corps of Drums and representatives from the CCF were delighted to lead the Remembrance Parade through Cobham to honour those who died in conflict, defending our freedom and safety. #wewillrememberthem #remembranceday #lestweforget #remembrance2025 #lestweforget2025

As we honour courage and sacrifice at Remembrance, our students heard the extraordinary story of one man who risked everything for his country. Former diplomat and author, Mr Tim Willasey-Wilsey CMG, visited Reed’s to share the history behind his new book, The Spy and the Devil. It tells the true story of Bill de Ropp, an MI6 agent operating inside Nazi Germany in the 1930s, who befriended senior Nazi officials, even meeting Hitler, to provide vital intelligence as war approached. Mr Willasey-Wilsey began with a workshop for Sixth Form English students, revealing his journey from diplomat to first-time author and the 30 months of research behind the book. Later, he captivated parents, staff, and pupils with tales of espionage, courage, and moral complexity. A powerful and thought-provoking visit, reminding us all of the unseen bravery and the sacrifices of those who serve their countries. . #AuthorVisit #MI6 #RemembranceWeek #thespyandthedevil

Sixth Form Business & Design Technology students were able to get a deeper understanding of modern manufacturing process during a visit to the MINI factory in Oxford. They learnt about the balance between human skill and robotic precision in the production lines - automation providing consistency and speed, humans ensuring flexibility and quality. This integration of labour and technology perfectly illustrated how a business can combine efficiency with craftsmanship to achieve the best results. The trip gave students a real appreciation for the complex processes and dedication that goes into making one of the world’s most iconic cars. . #bmwmini #carautomation #efficiency #craftmanship