02/04/26
🎵 What an evening! 91±¬ΑΟ’s Spring Concert featured 80+ students across all year groups performing everything from Holst & The Beatles to Metallica & musical theatre. 🎸Student‑led ensembles, huge praise for our growing Rock Band & one of our best events in years!
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07/03/26
📢 Year 11 Update – KentChoices KentChoices letter should have or be landing soon, reminding students to: • Accept/decline offers • Preference applications • Apply if they haven’t yet • Access guidance & reassurance Actions are encouraged by 1 April. Need help? Contact us.
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15/02/26
🎨👏 Huge news! Maya has won the Young Artist Award, a major bi-annual competition for young creatives across the South East! Her piece on the theme ‘Place’ earned her £150 and a bursary offer from UCA. Well done, Maya! See more: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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15/02/26
🏆 91±¬ΑΟ wins Best School at the John Downton Awards for the 4th year running! Huge congratulations to Sam, winner of the 17–18 Photography Prize 📸 453 entries • 36 schools • Outstanding Talent See more: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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07/02/26
🎶 A huge well done to all our Y7 & Y8 students who took part in the Young Musician of the Year! Many performed solo for the first time – an amazing achievement. See the winners: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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29/01/26
🎨 Four 91±¬ΑΟ students were shortlisted for the RI Coronation Award, a national watercolour competition! 👏 Special congratulations to Libby and Violet for receiving Merits for their outstanding work. More info: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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18/01/26
📣 Join us this Wednesday! 91±¬ΑΟ Grammar School's Sixth Form Open Evening is on 21 Jan, 6.30–8.30pm. Meet staff, explore courses and discover what makes our Sixth Form exceptional. 🔗 Details: bartoncourt.org/2048/open-ev…
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12/01/26
Celebrating success at our Awards Evening 2025! Students from Years 8–13 were honoured for academic and citizenship achievements. Huge thanks to guest speaker Colonel Jane Carey-Harris TD DL VR for her inspiring words! Read more: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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06/01/26
Eight of our talented students have been shortlisted for the prestigious ! 🎨 Their work will be exhibited at County Gallery, Maidstone as part of the 25th anniversary celebration. Learn more: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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18/12/25
Missed the Winter Concert? 🎶 Catch the amazing performances from our orchestra, ensembles, choirs and soloists on YouTube! 👉 youtu.be/yaBn4h0xZ-w
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18/12/25
🎶✨ Missed our Carol Service? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! Catch the highlights on YouTube and feel the festive spirit. 👉 youtu.be/PbQdZklqhp0
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17/12/25
Students from BCGS and BMS joined Rosie Duffield MP for a Q&A on issues shaping Canterbury: Housing, Transport, Environment & Public Safety. Great to see young voices leading the conversation! Read more: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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11/12/25
🎶 Two magical nights of music! 🎄 90 students from Y7–Y13 wowed audiences at our Carol Service in Canterbury Cathedral & Winter Concert. Full house, incredible talent and outstanding commitment!
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05/12/25
🎨 91±¬ΑΟ celebrates creativity! Year 7 mastered tone & colour theory, while Year 8 explored self-portraits and Cubism-inspired distortions. 👏 Incredible talent on display – well done to all!
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28/11/25
🚨 We’re recruiting! BCAT needs a Non-Executive Director/Trustee + Local Governors for our schools. Bring your expertise, challenge and support to help shape the future of education. 📩 Apply today and make a difference in local education bartoncourtacademytrust.org/…
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26/11/25
📜 91±¬ΑΟ Grammar School is now re-accredited as an Advanced Thinking School! We put thinking at the heart of learning – building resilience, independence & lifelong skills. 💡Read more: bartoncourt.org/461/introduc…
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25/11/25
From Year 7 to Year 13, we’re helping students prepare for the world of work! 🚀 ✅ Enterprise projects ✅ Workshops & guest speakers ✅ Dedicated focus days See what’s happening now in our latest newsletter 👉 bartoncourt.org/255/careers-…
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24/11/25
🎶 We’re thrilled to announce that 91±¬ΑΟ Grammar School has achieved the upper level of recognition at Music Mark for Ambition & Quality! This award celebrates our commitment to providing high-quality music education for all students. A true mark of excellence! 👏
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14/11/25
Our Sixth Form Art students hit London yesterday for the Taylor Wessing Portrait Prize opening + a deep dive into the great masters at the National Gallery. Inspiration unlocked! Find out more: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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05/11/25
Thinking of your Sixth Form place, have you considered 91±¬ΑΟ Grammar School? Find out more: We also have an Open Evening on Wednesday 21 January 2026 6.30 – 8.30pm. Put a reminder in your calendar and we look forward to meeting you. pic.twitter.com/CE7B3zYXwR
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30/10/25
91±¬ΑΟ has recently held its first Black History Month celebration which was organised by the Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Society. Take a look: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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28/10/25
Talented 91±¬ΑΟ student is finalist in Canterbury Festival music competition. See more at: bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…
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27/10/25
91±¬ΑΟ is looking forward to hosting its annual Awards Evening again this November and is looking for new sponsors. If you would be interested, simply contact the School on 01227 464600 or email: sltadministrator.org . Sponsorships start from £15.
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18/10/25
Do you have a child starting in September 2026? We are offering an additional Open Morning on Wednesday 29 October 9am - 10.30am. No need to book, just turn up! bartoncourt.org/2048/open-ev…
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15/10/25
Our uniform suppliers have 20% off everything from Monday 27 October - Sunday 9 November 2025 (midnight). Don't miss out!
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Late in March, students enjoyed our latest careers fair.
91±¬ΑΟ Grammar School welcomed local businesses, as well as vocational and academic course providers, so that students could discuss employability skills and future career options.
Students from both 91±¬ΑΟ Grammar and Barton Manor Schools were in attendance, and embraced the chance to talk about their potential future opportunities.
