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Read MoreCreative Arts Festival 2026
Published 29/06/26Join us for two inspiring evenings celebrating the creativity and talent of our students at the Creative Arts Festival on Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th July from 5:00pm – 9:30pm
Read MoreMore Than a Sports Day: A Celebration of Everything That Makes Gordano Special
Published 13/07/26There are some days that perfectly capture the spirit of a school, and this year's Sports Day was certainly one of them.
Despite soaring temperatures, Sports Day 2026 was a fantastic celebration of teamwork, determination, House pride and community spirit. The atmosphere throughout the afternoon was electric, with students enthusiastically competing, cheering each other on and demonstrating the values that make Gordano such a special place to learn.
A huge thank you goes to our outstanding PE team for delivering such a brilliant event, as well as organising all of the activities leading up to Sports Day. Their hard work, planning and enthusiasm ensured the day ran seamlessly and created an experience that students will remember for years to come.
Of course, events like this are only possible because of the collective effort of so many people. Our House teams and tutors inspired incredible House spirit, our Sixth Form team and student leaders organised a fantastic Silly Sports Day, our Site Team worked tirelessly giving behind-the-scenes support, the AV team kept the energy high throughout the day, and many more staff helped officiate events and supervise students, some taking part in the ever-popular staff relay.
One of the highlights was the Sixth Form Silly Sports Day, which brought plenty of laughter and friendly competition. We are also incredibly grateful to Sainsbury's Portishead, whose generous donation of eggs helped make the traditional egg-and-spoon race possible.
The positive impact of the day was reflected in the wonderful feedback we received from one of our parents:
I just wanted to pass on my thanks to the team behind Sports Day. Both of my daughters (y8 and y10) thoroughly enjoyed the events this week and loved the atmosphere and team spirit behind it all.
My Year 10 daughter obsesses over sports day all year as it is her favourite day of the year and she has loved the opportunity to be involved over the past four years.
My Year 8 daughter experienced her first sports day in this format as it was without spectators last year and she came home enthused and motivated by the day.
I imagine there is a lot of planning that goes into it, especially when there is a heatwave thrown into the mix too, so I just wanted to pass on my thanks for this.
There were also some outstanding sporting achievements. Congratulations to 7B2, whose Year 7 Girls' Relay team set a new school record of 60.08 seconds, breaking a record that had stood since 1988, an incredible accomplishment and a moment of Gordano sporting history.
Congratulations, too, to Portland House, who were crowned this year's Sports Day champions after a fantastic display of commitment and teamwork throughout the competition.
Whether students were competing on the track, supporting from the sidelines, leading events, volunteering behind the scenes or simply encouraging their friends, every contribution helped make the day such a success.
Sports Day reminds us that success isn't measured solely by winning races or breaking records. It's found in the encouragement offered to teammates, the confidence to take part, the resilience to keep going, the leadership shown by our students and the sense of belonging that comes from being part of our school community.
Thank you to everyone who played a part in making Sports Day 2026 such a memorable celebration of everything that makes Gordano special.
Read MoreGordano School Students Shine at Shape My City Awards Evening
Published 07/07/26Gordano School was delighted to celebrate the achievements of both current and former students at this year's Shape My City Awards Evening, held in the heart of Bristol. This year's programme saw two Gordano students, Bessie P and Tess H,
Read MoreYear 7 Maths Detectives Crack the Case of the Missing Golden Calculator
Published 07/07/26Year 7 students from Gordano School became detectives as they took part in the annual Maths Whodunnit House Competition. The legendary Golden Calculator had been "stolen" from the Maths department, and students had to work out which member of the Maths faculty had committed the crime!
Read MoreA Message from the Chair of Governors
Published 02/07/26As we come to the end of another successful academic year, I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who contributes to making Gordano such a wonderful school.
The role of the Local Governing Body is to provide strategic oversight, support and challenge to school leaders, ensuring that every student receives the highest quality education and opportunities to succeed. Throughout the year, governors have worked closely with school leaders, staff and trustees to monitor progress, review key priorities, and support the school’s continued development.
I would particularly like to thank my fellow governors, who give their time voluntarily and bring a wealth of experience, expertise and commitment to the school. Their dedication to Gordano and its students is greatly appreciated.
I would also like to thank the staff and leadership team for their hard work, professionalism and unwavering commitment to the young people at Gordano School. The achievements of our students this year are a testament to the strength of the whole Gordano community.
It is a privilege to serve as Chair of Governors, and I look forward to continuing to work with staff, students, parents and governors as we build on our successes in the year ahead.
If you are interested in finding out more about governance at Gordano, including the role governors play in supporting and challenging the school, please feel free to contact me via my school email address. I would be delighted to hear from you and discuss how governance contributes to the continued success of our school.
Helen Hall
Chair of Governors
Read MoreHome Learning Challenge: Capturing the Heatwave! ☀️
Published 26/06/26Our Year 9 students have been getting creative with one of the home learning tasks this week, using photography to capture what the heatwave and time away from school looked like through their eyes.
Read MoreInter-House Swimming Gala Makes a Splash at Gordano
Published 26/06/26Gordano School held its annual Inter-House Swimming Gala at Portishead’s open-air pool, bringing together around 200 students for an exciting afternoon of competition, teamwork and house spirit.
The event featured a variety of races, from individual sprints to fast-paced relay competitions, with students giving their all in the water. The atmosphere throughout the gala was energetic and supportive, as classmates and staff cheered on competitors from the poolside.
After a closely contested afternoon, Fitzroy House emerged as the overall winners, delivering strong performances across the board to secure the title. Congratulations go to all Fitzroy swimmers for their outstanding achievements.
A special mention also goes to Biscay House, who demonstrated exceptional dedication and team spirit by entering a swimmer in every single event — an impressive achievement that reflected their determination and commitment.
The Swimming Gala was a fantastic showcase of sporting talent, resilience and house pride, and would not have been possible without the support of staff, students and spectators. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event such a success.
We look forward to another brilliant gala next year!
Read MoreSchool Closure due to Red Weather Warning
Published 23/06/26As you may be aware, the Met Office has issued a red weather warning for extreme heat, which is in place for Wednesday and Thursday this week.
Read MoreInspiring Futures at Nisbets: A Day of Opportunity for Year 9 Students
Published 19/06/26Our recent visit to Nisbets Catering in Avonmouth proved to be an inspiring and memorable experience for a group of our Year 9 students. The trip offered a unique opportunity to explore the vast range of career pathways within a leading industry organisation, while also building confidence, teamwork, and new skills.
Read MoreGraduation Party: Celebrating Our Nurture Hub
Published 19/06/26Today, we were delighted to celebrate the graduation of our Year 7 Nurture Hub students, marking the completion of their learning journey focused on communication, friendship and understanding emotions.
Read MoreGordano School Launches Community-Wide 70th Anniversary Celebrations
Published 11/06/26Gordano School is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone as it approaches its 70th anniversary in 2026/27.
Under the banner of Gordano70, the school is launching a year-long programme of activities designed to bring together current students, former students, staff, families and the wider community in celebration of seven decades of learning, achievement, and local history.
The celebrations will focus on three key themes: celebrating the past, inspiring the future and creating together.
Throughout the year, there will be opportunities for people to share memories and photographs, reconnect with former classmates and colleagues, take part in community projects, fundraising initiatives, and creative arts events, and help create a lasting legacy for future generations.
Headteacher Louise Blundell said:
"Gordano School has been at the heart of our community for 70 years and has played a part in the lives of thousands of students, families and staff.
Gordano70 is about celebrating those shared experiences and bringing generations together to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and inspire the future.
We want this to be a community celebration and we're excited to invite people of all ages to get involved."
For the first Gordano70 project, all children and young people across the local community are invited to play a part in this special milestone by designing the official Gordano70 logo.
The school would love as many young people as possible to get involved. The winning design will be used throughout the anniversary celebrations and, alongside this, a large creative installation on the school site will incorporate all suitable entries. Gordano hopes that this project will not only celebrate the school's history but also create a legacy that reflects the creativity, talent and community spirit of young people in the community.
The competition is open to:
- Gordano School students
- Primary school children
- Young people living in the local community
The deadline for logo competition entries is Friday 10th July 2026.
The school is also inviting former students, former staff, families and members of the community to contribute memories, photographs and memorabilia as part of the anniversary celebrations. Organisers are particularly keen to hear from alumni living elsewhere in the UK or around the world, as well as anyone with connections to notable former students or public figures who may wish to support the celebrations.
For more information and to download a logo competition entry form, please visit:
www.gordanoschool.org.uk/community/gordano-70th-anniversary
To get in touch please email:
70 Years. Hundreds of Stories. One Gordano.
