Aureus School News & Stories
Browse news and stories about Aureus School – a co‑educational secondary school in Didcot, Oxfordshire, for students aged 11 to 16. It is part of the GLF Schools multi‑academy trust, a group of academies in southern England.
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Aureus School students shine in Oxford Crown Court mock trials
Aureus School students gained real courtroom experience at Oxford Crown Court during a national mock trial competition, with one pupil earning recognition as teachers praised the event’s role in building confidence and inspiring future legal careers.
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Aureus School welcomes new Year 7 intake at transition evening
Aureus School welcomed new Year 7 pupils and families at its Post Offers Evening, helping ease the transition to secondary school.
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Aureus School receives grant for specialist VR chairs supporting SEND students
Aureus School has introduced two specialist VR chairs to support neurodiverse pupils after receiving community grant funding.
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Aureus School chemistry students gain lab experience at Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Aureus School students visited Vertex Pharmaceuticals for a chemistry practical and NHS careers talk.
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Aureus students enjoy sweet careers trip to Cadbury World
Aureus School pupils explored careers in food, design and hospitality during a curriculum visit to Cadbury World.
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Aureus School hosts first Didcot MasterChef competition
Aureus School hosted Didcot’s first MasterChef competition, with young chefs preparing three-course meals for industry judges.
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Aureus School student dancers attend London’s MOVE IT event
Forty-four Aureus School dancers travelled to London for MOVE IT, gaining experience through workshops, performances and career inspiration.
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Aureus School Students inspired at Royal Navy careers event
Aureus School students explored Royal Navy careers and met inspirational speakers at a London event during Careers Week visit.
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Former Oxford United FC player brings Milk Cup trophy to Aureus School
Students at Aureus School met former Oxford United F.C. player Peter Rhoades-Brown and saw the Milk Cup trophy.
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Aureus School students past and present shine at dance showcase
Aureus School dancers impressed audiences in Didcot with a showcase featuring students and returning former performers.
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Aureus School hosts British Army careers visit focused on respect
Aureus School hosted a British Army careers session exploring respect, teamwork and workplace expectations, while students learned about military career pathways and upcoming work experience opportunities.
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Aureus students explore music and dance at Buckinghamshire New University
Aureus School students from Didcot visited Buckinghamshire New University to take part in dance workshops, record music and explore university life, with staff saying the experience helps raise aspirations and introduces pupils to future educational opportunities.
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Careers event inspires Aureus School students in Didcot
Aureus School students in Didcot met professionals from a range of industries during a Human Library careers event designed to inspire future ambitions.
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Aureus alumni take on 57 mile walk to support former teacher with rare condition
Three Aureus alumni will walk 57 miles over three days to raise funds for the MSA Trust in honour of former teacher Carolyn Saul.
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Aureus School students take centre stage in Didcot arts showcase
Aureus School students will showcase their creative talents at Didcot’s Cornerstone Arts Centre on March 13, presenting an evening of performance celebrating confidence, collaboration and imagination across dance and expressive arts disciplines.
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Aureus School shines with magical production of Aladdin the Musical Jr.
Aureus School students delivered a dazzling performance of Aladdin the Musical Jr., combining energetic choreography, strong vocals and months of preparation. With more than 700 people attending across four shows, the production showcased growing talent both on stage and behind the scenes.















