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Medals and More-Saturday

Posted on 28 May, 2024 in About GMS, Clubs, Extra Curricular, General News, Rowing, Trips

The busiest racing day was Saturday with Year 10 Boys’ Four, and two J18 Quads for both the boys and girls, and a championship Coxed Four. The top Boys’ Quad was first off and came 6th in the time trial, which put them straight through to the A/B semifinals on Sunday morning. Next came the girls, who...

Medals and More-Sunday

Posted on 27 May, 2024 in About GMS, Clubs, Extra Curricular, General News, Rowing, Trips

Rowing is an outdoor sport, so weather as we know only too well has played its hand. With a strong cross wind all day the lanes became all important and the Boys’ 6th place in the TT meant they were two lanes across from the best lane. In order to have a chance of a medal in the final, they needed to beat...

Water Safety

Posted on 23 May, 2024 in About GMS, General News

Great Marlow School is lucky to be located close to the River Thames, however, open water can be dangerous. Sadly, many people die because they have not realised the risks posed by open water, especially in high temperatures. GMS wishes to alert parents, carers and young people to the potential dangers of...

Maidenhead Regatta

Posted on 20 May, 2024 in About GMS, Clubs, Extra Curricular, General News, Key Stage 3, Rowing, Trips

Seven GMSBC crews competed at Maidenhead over the weekend. It is a charming local regatta. All crews had at least two races and performed well. The star performance was the Year 9 Girls’ top boat, which won three rounds to meet Guildford in the final. A close race with Guildford ensued. GMS...

Green for Mental Health Awareness Week

Posted on 19 May, 2024 in About GMS, Events, General News

Great Marlow School staff took part in the ‘Wear It Green Day’ to show their support for Mental Health Awareness Week. Many staff wore the visual green colour suggested by the Mental Health Organisation, resulting in the students appreciating how important this subject is to our school...