Sports Day 2026 at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys was such a brilliant day yesterday! The morning kicked off with students in their form classes making colourful banners and getting stuck into sports quizzes to build the excitement.

After break, everyone headed over to the field - banners held high, lots of cheering, and that proper Poly buzz in the air. Years 7–9 took on a full mix of track and field events including javelin, high jump, shot put, tug of war, sprints and relays. Year 10 brought the energy with basketball and football tournaments taking place all day. It really was non‑stop from start to finish.

Well done to all students who took part and represented their form and year group so brilliantly - the effort, teamwork and enthusiasm were amazing to see.

A special shout‑out to Mr Patterson, who kept the vibes immaculate all day with music that had everyone smiling.

A huge thank you to Mr McCabe and the PE Department for pulling together another fantastic Sports Day. Massive appreciation to our Premises Team, our wonderful First Aiders, the Results Desk Team, and our Finish Line Team - you kept everything running smoothly. And thank you to every member of staff who supervised, encouraged and supported students throughout the day.

We were lucky once again with the gorgeous weather, making it the perfect celebration of sport, teamwork and Poly spirit. Photos and videos from the day will be shared soon - keep an eye out!

Autism’s Got Talent 2026

We are delighted to share some wonderful news from this year’s Autism’s Got Talent showcase!

Once again, our incredible LARP students - past and present - stepped onto the stage and performed to a packed audience, demonstrating confidence, creativity and huge amounts of courage. The variety of acts was outstanding, including singing, dancing, reciting the Quran and group performances. Every act brought something unique, heartfelt and memorable to the evening.

A huge well done to Joseph, Baneet, Ahmad, Dedee, Hudaify, Prince Michael and Zayne for taking part. You were brave, brilliant and an absolute credit to yourselves and to our school. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you - your talent, resilience and willingness to perform on such a big stage was truly inspiring.

Certificates and trophies were awarded by Alan Fairnie (Head of Campus), Smile of Hope Charity, and Anna Kennedy, with Ms Murphy also receiving a special prize, a lovely moment of recognition for her ongoing support.

A massive thank you to our dedicated LARP staff who attended to support the boys (even missing the England match!). Your encouragement, presence and care made the evening even more special for the students.

Finally, our heartfelt gratitude goes to Newhaven/Kings Park for once again offering our students this fantastic opportunity. You gifted them an evening filled with excitement, bravery and unforgettable memories. We are truly grateful and already looking forward to next year.

We were delighted to pick up a copy of the latest Talk of Thamesmead magazine this morning and see this wonderful photograph and article featuring our Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form student, Islam.

Talk of Thamesmead - Issue 22 - Read now

Islam shares his inspiring experience of taking part in Model United Nations, developing his confidence, diplomacy and advocacy skills while representing Japan and debating real-world global issues.

A fantastic achievement and a great example of our students embracing opportunities beyond the classroom. Well done, Islam! 👏🌟

Curious About Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys? Now’s the Time to Visit

We are gearing up for an exciting and action-packed Open Week, taking place from 29th June to 3rd July. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience our school in action, explore our facilities and see the incredible work of our students.

We are delighted to be offering Year 5 families personalised tours throughout the week. These tours give you the chance to meet staff and students, see lessons in action and get a real feel for life at our school. There is still time to book – simply complete the form on our website here.

A highlight of the week is our Summer Exhibition, showcasing outstanding Art, Graphics and Photography work from students across all Key Stages. Visitors attending tours will be able to view the exhibition during the school day from Wednesday to Friday.

We warmly invite families to join us for our Summer Exhibition Evening on Wednesday from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. This special event will celebrate student creativity and achievement and will feature a live musical performance from Hawksmoor Primary School alongside our KS3 students. Come along and support our talented students – we would love to see you there. Please note that students must be accompanied by an adult.

With so much to see, we strongly encourage you to book a tour and come and experience our school for yourself. We look forward to welcoming you.

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Dear Families,

I hope you are well.

This is a reminder that only students who have been prescribed emergency medication (e.g., adrenaline auto-injectors or inhalers) should carry medication with them whilst at school. All other medications brought onto site must be stored securely in the locked cupboard within the medical room.

When providing medication, parents must ensure it is:

• In its original packaging
• Clearly labelled (and, if prescribed, in the original prescription box)

Please also complete the medication consent form

All students diagnosed with anaphylaxis must carry two adrenaline auto-injectors (e.g., EpiPen or Jext) with them always. Students with asthma must also always carry their inhaler. This reflects guidance from Allergy UK and Asthma + Lung UK and is essential, particularly for trips and off-site visits.

Please note that any medication brought into school without prior parental notification and consent will be secured and held in the medical room and cannot be administered until written parental consent has been received.

For reassurance, the school continues to hold a supply of paracetamol, ibuprofen, antihistamines, and throat lozenges, which may be administered during the school day where appropriate. Consent for these medications can be provided via the My Child at School (MCAS) app.

For further information, please refer to our First Aid and Medication Policy here

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

Kind regards,
Miss D. Ainsworth
Medical Lead & School Nurse