I am thrilled to announce that Charlotte has been cast in the highly anticipated Warner Bros. Picture's adaptation of Wuthering Heights, directed by the brilliant Emerald Fennell! Charlotte will be playing the childhood version of Margot Robbie's Catherine Earnshaw. She will also star alongside Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff in this bold new take on Emily Brontë’s classic novel. This is an extraordinary achievement for Charlotte, whose talent, dedication and passion for acting have led her to a role in a major Hollywood production. The film is set to be released worldwide in February 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day!

On Friday, we were thrilled to welcome @TheCricketerMag for their annual bat testing day! Our pupils had an unforgettable experience, learning from the very best, ex-@englandcricket Test player and current @Middlesex_CCC batsman, @mark23stone and pro cricketer for @englandcricket and @surreycricket captain @BrySmith97, who delivered an incredible batting masterclass. The enthusiasm and talent on display were outstanding and I couldn’t resist the opportunity to step into the nets myself! A fantastic day of sport, skill and inspiration for our budding cricketers.

✨ On Thursday, 16th January, Dunottar School hosted a regional heat of the prestigious @RoySocChem Top of the Bench competition! This national event challenges pupils to showcase their practical chemistry skills, teamwork and problem-solving abilities, pushing their knowledge well beyond the classroom curriculum. Six schools participated, with talented teams of Year 9, 10, and 11 pupils tackling a complex practical activity and a thought-provoking multiple-choice quiz. It was an absolute pleasure to welcome these young scientists to Dunottar. Congratulations to all the participants for their enthusiasm and brilliant efforts!

At Dunottar, we believe that adaptive teaching is key to ensuring every pupil thrives. Through tailored approaches which meet individual needs, our teachers: ✅Recognise students' unique learning styles and provide targeted support ✅Use strategies like scaffolding, questioning and modelling to enhance understanding ✅Address barriers, such as working memory challenges and skill gaps with innovative approaches. With the help of technology, collaborative learning and constant evaluation, our classrooms are inclusive, dynamic spaces where all students can succeed. We are proud to foster a learning environment that adapts to each pupil’s needs and unlocks their full potential! #WarriorLearning

This term, the Dunottar Swim Squads have shown incredible determination and dedication. 💥 27 PBs smashed over 2 district galas! 🥇 Lower Junior Boys: 1st place 🏅 Congratulations to Elani, Leo, Isaac & Henry for winning individual races. I am very proud of our swimmers' achievements - all their hard work and discipline has truly paid off. Well done! #WarriorLearning

Exciting news from our Beekeeping Club! Our dedicated young beekeepers have been hard at work and the moment we've all been waiting for has arrived - they've extracted the honey from our hives! Through collaboration, patience and care, our Beekeeping Club has nurtured the school's buzzing residents. The process has been fascinating, providing pupils with hands-on learning about sustainability, ecology and the vital role bees play in our environment. 🐝🌎

Last night’s Autumn Concert was a celebration of musical excellence and creativity! Guided by our Sixth Form compère, Millie Longman, the evening showcased the incredible talents of Dunottar's soloists. I was particularly impressed by the number of pupils who are now playing two musical instruments. This is testament to their dedication and versatility. A huge thank you to all the performers, staff and families who made this uplifting and inspiring evening possible.

Last night, our Year 7 pupils had the incredible experience of watching Joey shine as Bruce in Matilda in the West End! 🌟 Joey is the third Dunottar pupil to star in this iconic show and I could not be prouder of our talented students!🎭👏

Today, we were delighted to welcome back Year 6 pupils for their academic assessments. It was wonderful to see familiar faces from October’s Warrior Learning Assessment Day, where these pupils demonstrated their tenacity, teamwork and curiosity. Well done to all prospective pupils for today - it's always a pleasure to see so much enthusiasm for learning at Dunottar. #WarriorLearning

Today, we were delighted to host @UnitedLearning's Group Education Forum (GEF) at Dunottar. This meeting brought together leaders from across the UL group to share insights, discuss innovative practices and strengthen our collective commitment to providing a first class education.

🎭 Broadway and Beyond: A Night to Remember! 🎶 On Tuesday, our talented Performing Arts and Music Scholars - from Year 7 to Sixth Form - took us on a spectacular musical journey with Broadway and Beyond. From timeless classics to iconic film scores, our pupils lit up the stage with their outstanding performances. 🌟The Castle Theatre was beautifully transformed into an intimate cabaret setting, adding a special atmosphere to this showcase of talent and creativity.🎼I could not be prouder of our pupils for delivering such a captivating evening of entertainment. Bravo to all involved and thank you to everyone who came to support!

Today, we are thrilled to welcome pupils from 40 local schools for our Warrior Learner Assessment Day - a one-of-a-kind experience, only at Dunottar! This unique day is designed to encourage pupils to think critically, collaborate effectively and problem solve. It truly reflects our belief that in addition to academic success, education should nurture resilience, creativity and leadership. If you would like to learn more about our approach to education and what makes Dunottar stand out, I invite you to watch my @TEDx talk here:

🎉 Languages Week 2024: A Huge Success! 🎉 Thank you to our wonderful Modern Foreign Languages Department for delivering an outstanding Languages Week! 🙌Students embraced a wide range of enriching activities, from an inspiring sign language assembly and workshop 🤟, to a captivating performance of Les Trois Mousquetaires by @FreshwaterTheatre 🎭. We also had the privilege of hearing from David Binns, Director of UK Operations @Sanako, who spoke about the transformative power of language learning. 🌍📚The fun didn't stop there! A vibrant Cuban salsa session, taught entirely in Spanish💃, added a dash of rhythm and we wrapped up the week with a delicious bake sale 🍰 in support of @MacmillanCancer.

🏅 Congratulations to all the runners at this year’s ⁦@RunReigate⁩! We're proud to be part of this amazing community event. 👏 A special shout-out to our incredible @DunottarSchool students and staff who volunteered their time to help make the day such a success! 💙 Together, we make a difference. #Reigate #Community

This week, I was thrilled to welcome so many current and prospective parents to our Sixth Form Evening and Open Morning. It was inspiring to see such a fantastic turnout and the overwhelming enthusiasm for Dunottar and our #WarriorLearning ethos. A huge thank you to our Sixth Form ambassadors and Year 8 tour guides, for showcasing so brilliantly how Dunottar is a school where every child is known, supported and nurtured to exceed expectations.

It has been a fantastic first week back at Dunottar! The school has been alive with excitement and it is wonderful to see how quickly our new Year 7 students are settling into life at Dunottar. Today's action-packed school trips are all about bonding, teamwork and new friendships. The excitement doesn’t stop there. Tonight, our First XV rugby team kicks off their season. We look forward to welcoming you to @Real_ORRFC and cheering them on! 🏈🔥

Wishing all our Year 11 pupils the very best for their GCSE results tomorrow. This is a fabulous group of young people who are true Warrior Learners in all aspects of school life and in our local community. I look forward to seeing them back in school tomorrow and then on to Sixth Form! #WarriorLearning

Wishing all our Year 13 pupils the very best for their A-level results. They have excelled across all areas of school life: academic, co-curricular clubs and societies, @DofE, sport, music and drama productions, as charity fundraisers and in leadership roles. Our A-level students have had an exceptional experience at Dunottar. With the education, skills and values gained during their time at the school, their possibilities are endless. #WarriorLearning