Anish Vara’s visit was an amazing experience for both the students he presented to, and to the others he didn’t, as he created a conversation during lunchtime.

Being a former student to Robert Clack School and not being much older than me, it really opened my eyes to how life can change with the right choices. 


Anish spent extra time during lunchtime to catch up with individuals he knew when he was in school. This brought together students across the current Year 13 to catch up with how things have been for him alongside discussing nostalgic moments that took place at the lower site years ago. 

 

I was lucky enough to be on the receiving end of his presentation where he gave a detailed explanation on his own experience at Robert Clack School discussing both his high and low points. Additionally, Anish spoke about how he went from a student on the brink of failing to pulling himself back and getting distinctions in his Double ICT course. A course that I too am studying. Anish's journey in life also opened my eyes to all of the preparation he did to be where he is now, plus the fact that he is always stretching himself to achieve in a variety of areas.


Anish went on to explain a degree apprenticeship, specifically the apprenticeship that he has currently taken on at Ernst & Young. He then briefly explained his position at Ernst & Young as an FAAS (Financial Accounting Advisor Server). Anish had the room roaring with surprise and excitement when he opened the eyes of almost each student once he explained his job role and what he does and the potential pay/career options across the years, with salaries ranging from at 20K up to 150K+, when taking on the role of a director or others. 

 

Anish ended his presentation by talking about the benefits you may receive while on the job where you can have invitations to festivals, parties or just being gifted on a regular basis. Anish’s visit had a positive impact on many students, including me. Hearing that Anish wasn’t in the best position to complete his coursework but was still able to bring himself back up inspired me to do the same. I personally have always been afraid to take on the role of an apprentice due to the lack of knowledge I have. However, his detailed explanation on how an apprenticeship works has made me consider taking on the role of an apprentice as an alternative to University with a clearer mind. Overall, the experience was outstanding and I would love for other students to have the opportunity I had in order to either take away a better understanding of what an apprenticeship offers or the message that there is still a possibility of succeeding even when the odds are against you.


H Thomas Year Y13

Barking and Dagenham College Taster Day

By npower • October 23, 2025
On Wednesday 1 st October 2025, Mr Hamill Careers Director, led a 100 year 11 students from all 3 sites to experience a BARKING COLLEGE TASTER DAY, with each student experiencing 4 vocational courses/workshops each from NVQ Levels 1 to 3. Barking and Dagenham College is the largest college in East London offering up to 146 varied vocational course and apprenticeship opportunities for students wishing to follow a more practical vocational route in their career. Experiencing 4 varied workshops allowed them to experience great insight into 4 professions first hand and to use the facilities on offer and meet the teaching staff. The day proved extremely rewarding for all involved and really helped in vital career opportunity awareness.

Ski News

By npower • October 23, 2025
For the second year in a row, Robert Clack secured a place at the National Ski Finals. This event took place on the 11 th and 12 th October and was held at Norfolk ski slope. For the students this represented a significant step up in competition, with the best school teams from around England at this event, competing against our students. Despite the tough competitors, our four boys performed well and improved on there performance from last year. Well done boys, keep up the hard work. Mr Curtis

My Neighbour Totoro

By npower • October 23, 2025
Our Year 7 and 8 students recently had the wonderful opportunity to visit London’s West End to see the magical musical play My Neighbour Totoro. From the moment we arrived, excitement filled the air as students explored the bustling theatre district. The performance was a captivating adaptation of the beloved Studio Ghibli story, with imaginative sets, creative puppetry, and enchanting Japanese singing that added authenticity and charm. Students were mesmerised as the characters were brought vividly to life—Totoro’s playful antics, the gentle spirits of the forest, and the heartfelt interactions between Mei and Satsuki captured everyone’s attention. The musical’s combination of visual storytelling, music, and movement sparked laughter, awe, and genuine engagement throughout. Beyond entertainment, the trip offered a valuable cultural and educational experience, inspiring creativity and deepening students’ appreciation of live theatre. It was a joyful outing filled with memorable moments that students will cherish for years to come.

Articulation Photography Trip

By npower • October 23, 2025
Our y12 photography students were afforded the opportunity to participate in the articulations' discovery day. This year they were treated to a personal tour and art talk from a seasoned historian at the National Army Museum. They focused on the ability of art to depicted different perspectives of the same even, gained knowledge about effective research techniques, and honed their public speaking skills delivering their own art talks. Our students did us proud with elaborate presentations and deep connections. Looking forward to the internal finals of Articulation in December!

Treehouse Room News

By npower • October 23, 2025
We have had a busy start to the year in the Treehouse Room. Our core books this half term have been Owl Babies; Rainbow Fish and We’re going on a bear hunt in which we have been using colourful semantics to build sentences and matching letters to key words from the text. We have especially enjoyed using our senses when exploring sensory stories and matching key characters and events in a text.  We have worked had to develop for fine motor and gross motor skills through threading, building and exploring a range of messy play activities. We have exploring shapes and numbers in maths and developing our creatives skills when making key characters from our core texts using mark making and collaging.

Alumni Inspiration

By npower • October 23, 2025
On Friday 26 th September Mrs Monk arranged a zoom call for Nelly in Year 12 to speak to former pupil Fisayo, who previously worked in Investment Banking after Nelly expressed an interest in the industry. Fisayo talked Nelly through: A Day in the Life of an investment banker – what the role really involves beyond the job title. Her career path – from completing A Levels to studying at university, at a time when degree apprenticeships weren’t yet an option. How she navigated uncertainty during her final year of university to discover her passion for finance. Why degree apprenticeships are such an exciting opportunity today – combining academic learning with hands-on industry experience , while building invaluable professional networks .  Fisayo also highlighted the power of networking in launching and sustaining a career in investment banking – and how students today can make the most of every opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Thank you to Fisayo for giving up her time to inspire the next generation of Robert Clack pupils.

Year 3 - Library Bus

By npower • October 23, 2025
Year 3 had the opportunity to get on our new school library bus. We have recently had the seats recovered so the children were excited to get on and see the progress. In Science, we have been learning about light. WE have investigated how shadows are made, how light travels, and how we can affect the size and shape of a shadow. The children enjoy wearing their lab coats, so they feel like 'proper' scientists. In DT, the children have been building their own castles using junk modelling materials. Earlier in the term, the children experimented with designing and making their own nets in order to create 3D shapes.

Year 3 News

By npower • October 23, 2025
Year 3 had the opportunity to get on our new school library bus. We have recently had the seats recovered so the children were excited to get on and see the progress. In Science, we have been learning about light. WE have investigated how shadows are made, how light travels, and how we can affect the size and shape of a shadow. The children enjoy wearing their lab coats, so they feel like 'proper' scientists. In DT, the children have been building their own castles using junk modelling materials. Earlier in the term, the children experimented with designing and making their own nets in order to create 3D shapes.

Year 3 and 4 Lion King Trip

By npower • October 23, 2025
On Wednesday 10th September, Year 3 and Year 4 visited The Lyceum Theatre to watch The Lion King musical. Despite a challenging journey due to poor weather and a tube strike, our pupils handled the situation brilliantly. Several members of the public commented on how fantastic their behaviour was, both during the journey and at the theatre. The children absolutely loved the show and are already looking forward to their next trip to London—to see the ballet in November!

Year 2 News

By npower • October 23, 2025
Year 4 have been busy learning all about the Ancient Egyptians this term! The main characters in our English texts have gone on many adventures in Egypt and the children have learnt all about the pyramids, the sphinx and mummification! Speaking of mummification, we mummified our own tomatoes! The children enjoyed taking all of the juice and seeds out of the tomato and preserving it in salt. When we had a look at our tomatoes the other day, they were perfectly preserved, just like an ancient Egyptian mummy! We’ve also learnt all about ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. We made our own papyrus paper to create Egyptian scrolls. We chose ancient Egyptian symbols to decorate our scrolls just like old Egyptian scribes!