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08/05/24

We're thrilled to announce that bookings are now open for our upcoming Open Mornings next term! To secure your space please visit our website or use the link below:https://t.co/Ijd5ubJLbu pic.twitter.com/bdOXNLnqYA

12/04/24

All of us at SST are looking forward to our annual Spring Concert which takes place in just under 1 week!To get your tickets, head over to MyEvolve!#SpringConcert pic.twitter.com/FpWJoYLEqP

04/03/24

Welcome to National !This week, Miss Jenner and Mrs Chapman are curating a series of webinars, each delving into a distinct career pathway. Explore various topics, ranging from careers in finance, working in the NHS and even insights into working at Google!#NCW2024 pic.twitter.com/rM5bLTFHiE

26/02/24

Notice to Parents:Year 9 options evening is on Thursday, 29 February. Please make sure you have booked your ticket via Eventbrite. The first talk is at 4:15PM and parents are welcome to talk to the GCSE subject representative from 4:15PM onwards!

23/02/24

During half term, Ruben in 7E attended a workshop at the Royal Institution in the L'Oréal Young Scientist Centre. Students extracted their own DNA which was separated with enzymes and then sealed into a vial for them to take home!#Science pic.twitter.com/5PwNeX6hmj

06/02/24

We would love for you to vote for SST so we can continue expanding our STEM curriculum and developing our students' learning! https://t.co/24ubHpY817 https://t.co/Db8nxftMBQ

31/01/24

Several of our students recently had the chance to watch Maidstone United play Ipswich Town last Saturday! Here are the photos they've shared of themselves cheering on the Maidstone players, wearing team colours! 💛🖤 pic.twitter.com/vAIbsRIdXN

18/01/24

Throwback to last year's Ballroom Showcase which saw students from Ballroom Club showcase skills and techniques to their friends and family!If you're interested in dance, Ballroom Club runs every Wednesday after school and welcomes all students regardless of dancing skill! pic.twitter.com/Y5D4PoWqag

16/01/24

We are currently recruiting for several Teaching Vacancies here at SST including a Teacher of French/Spanish with a Leadership opportunity.Please enquire via the link below!https://t.co/jZcuxER1s6#Vacancy pic.twitter.com/DxoO12hLCq

14/12/23

Last week our staff really embraced the festive spirit with a Wreath Making Workshop!🎄#Wreath pic.twitter.com/vYO93GSzZG

13/12/23

A reminder to students and parents that on the last day of term Friday, 15 December, SST will have a half day finishing at 1pm!#Reminder pic.twitter.com/y74ulaLSj0

12/12/23

Last chance to buy tickets for tomorrow's Christmas Concert!🎅🎶As always, tickets can be purchased through MyEvolve✨#ChristmasConcert pic.twitter.com/47yABMRNLk

11/12/23

Our students in the Concert Choir had a fantastic time at Fremlin Walk last week!🎶 https://t.co/oloAJe2WJX

08/12/23

Our students in Drawing Club have been producing some amazing work recently! Held each Monday lunchtime with Miss Lovell, students are encouraged to experiment with both digital and traditional drawing.Drawings from Suvan in 10V, Leonor in 7T, Olivia in 7E, and Violet in 7E👏👏 pic.twitter.com/itWAs0THvR

07/12/23

Don't forget to book a space for the upcoming SST Christmas Concert next Wednesday, 13 December! Tickets can be booked via MyEvolve!🎄Throwback to last year's Christmas Concert!🌟✨#ChristmasConcert pic.twitter.com/1lhYXkia5D

06/12/23

Jake in 10V spent a day at last Saturday, where he had the amazing opportunity to go out on the track with a race team!🚦🏎This was only his second time out with them, but nevertheless, Jake made some great progress and received lots of positive feedback! pic.twitter.com/8KbXXtF2OL

05/12/23

After decorating our 6ft Reception Christmas Tree, we took to decorating our main Christmas Tree in the hall which comes in at just over 12ft!!🤩#ChristmasTree pic.twitter.com/II6tn46nKU

05/12/23

A reminder that the Morocco World Challenge parent conference is tonight at 6pm! Make sure you have your Zoom links handyIf you haven't registered already, follow the link below or head to the link in our biohttps://t.co/KA2SolL8U7#WorldChallenge

01/12/23

Hello, sorry for the confusion. It is Tuesday, 5th November!

29/11/23

Over the last few weeks, our students have been practising their road safety and hazard perception skills with the course!They've learned valuable skills such as how to look after their bikes, ride safely, and the best road practices to use when out on their bikes pic.twitter.com/shLZOInzRW

28/11/23

World Challenge is offering SST students an incredible opportunity to explore Morocco!World Challenge will be hosting a 20-minute Zoom session on Tuesday, 6 December. To register your interest or find out more about the trip please head to the link belowhttps://t.co/KA2SolL8U7 pic.twitter.com/k5mSUyLvlU

23/11/23

Congratulations to Alfie in 7C who recently passed his Karate exam with top marks and secured his Yellow Belt!💛#Karate pic.twitter.com/OpJ2s34bC1

22/11/23

Last week SST celebrated Maths Week with activities held each lunchtime ranging from learning how to crack codes, exploring the connection between maths and art through spirographs, and challenging each other's knowledge of times tables in Times Table Rock Stars! pic.twitter.com/ihDHcyZM2q

20/11/23

Last week, GCSE Art students travelled to London to visit The Hunterian and British Museum. This was an opportunity for students to understand the links between science and art, whilst building up primary source studies for their GCSE portfolios.#GCSEArt pic.twitter.com/GCjZhYfdk9

18/11/23

This Year, leading up to Christmas, SST has decided to partner with a charity that aims to relieve food poverty and reduce food waste in the UK.Please see the poster for a list of approved items you can donate. We will be accepting donations from this Monday, 20th💚 pic.twitter.com/GeDtGPCp16

Safeguarding - Where to go for help

SST Safeguarding Poster

The Designated Safeguarding Team at SST Maidstone- 

Mrs G Gidley - Deputy Headteacher

Mr R Royston - Headteacher

Mrs J Rodell-Jones - Deputy Headteacher

Mr C Payne - Assistant Headteacher

Mrs J Derrick - Assistant Headteacher

Mrs E Lipington - Assistant Headteacher

Mr J de Jong - Head of Year 9 and DT Lead Teacher

Miss S Johnson - Administrator

In periods of time when the school is closed, you may find yourself in need of safeguarding advice. If you have an immediate safeguarding concern, please phone 999 in the first instance for support.

If the safeguarding advice that you require is not urgent, please draw on one or some of the services listed below. These services have been used by thousands of students and families and have a proven track record in offering support when it is most needed.

Kent Together helpline can be accessed 24 hours a day via their website and via the phone: 03000 41 92 92 . This is a single point of urgent contact for anyone in Kent who is in serious need of help during the Coronavirus outbreak.

For any family or child is unsure what support they require, there is a central Single Point of Access phone number - 0300 123 4496 - which provides the opportunity to discuss the types of support that might be appropriate.  This is also the number to call if a child requires urgent mental health support.

A new text service has been introduced by ‘SHOUT’ and the Crisis Text Line, as part of the Kent and Medway “Release the Pressure” campaign.  Anyone, of any age, who requires immediate mental health support just needs to text the word “Kent” or “Medway” to 85258.  This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Kooth is a mental health and wellbeing online platform for young people aged between 10 and 16 years of age, across the whole of Kent. The service is free and can be accessed 24 hours a day. As well as being a source of information and support, young people can also chat to a friendly and fully-qualified counsellor during the following hours:

  • Monday to Friday, between 12.00 noon and 10.00pm;
  • Saturday and Sunday, between 6.00pm and 10.00pm.

Moodspark  and the Kent Resilience Hub are helpful websites in order to learn about mental health and find tips/resources for keeping emotionally healthy. Young people can also text ChatHealth via 07520 618850 between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday – this text service provides support for physical and mental health.

It is possible to self-refer to the Children and Young People’s Counselling Service, if you feel the need, by clicking here. Anonymous support for anyone at or over the age of 16 can be accessed via the Big White Wall.

You can also book an appointment through your GP to support with any mental health difficulties that your child may be experiencing. GPs will need to complete the Front Door referral form

Fearless is a website where young people can access non-judgemental information about advice about crime and criminality. You can also pass on information about crime 100% anonymously.

CEOP

If you have any concerns related to the online safety of your child, the designated team for Child Exploitation and Online Safety team (CEOP) is the best port of call.

Report abuse

Childline is a useful tool for providing support and advice on a range of topics, including online safety and issues surrounding COVID-19.

Report Harmful Content can be used in addition to the CEOP reporting tool to help report any harmful content across all online platforms. They offer advice for a range of different websites and applications and can support young people and parents through the process of reporting any problems. They also offer guidance on what is considered to be harmful content and the different types that young people may come across.

For more generalised support about keeping children safe and resources and advice, you can visit the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC).

Report Abuse in Education helpline

The Department for Education has commissioned the NSPCC to establish a dedicated independent helpline for people who have experienced abuse in education. The Report Abuse in Education helpline comes after a high number of anonymous testimonials were submitted to the Everyone’s Invited website, documenting abuse in all types of schools, colleges, and universities.

The helpline went live on 1 April and will provide both children and adults who have experienced sexual abuse in schools with support and advice, including onward action such as contacting the police if they wish to. The helpline will also provide support to parents and professionals. Anyone who gets in touch through this dedicated helpline will also be signposted to other relevant support services available, including Childline, which provides ongoing support and counselling to children and young people. 

The dedicated and confidential NSPCC helpline – Report Abuse in Education can be reached on 0800 136 663 or by email at help@nspcc.org.uk.