Headteacher's Bulletin - Friday, September 25th 2026
NSB Rugby has rightly attracted significant national attention over recent years, and we are eagerly anticipating the forthcoming documentary celebrating the First XV's remarkable 2025/26 season. Central to the programme's success has been the support of our sponsors, and we owe a particular debt of gratitude to The Qube, who have served as front-of-shirt sponsors for the past 16 years. This year they hand over that role to Cinch, another long-standing and valued supporter of NSB sport.
The Qube's support has helped ensure our players have had access to the equipment, kit and opportunities needed to compete with some of the country's leading rugby schools. The Qube's belief in the programme has played a pivotal role in its development and success. Mick Spittle, CEO of The Qube, reflects:
"Over the years, I have enjoyed some fantastic experiences and made memories that I will treasure forever from The Qube's support of NSB Rugby. Watching the school programme grow, seeing players come through the ranks, and being part of that journey has been an incredible privilege. Most of all, I have felt immense pride watching both of my boys pull on the NSB shirt and represent the 1st team while The Qube logo was on the front. Those are memories that money simply cannot buy.
The relationship has always been about far more than sponsorship. It has been about friendship, community, shared ambitions, and supporting such a successful school programme that means a great deal to so many people in Northampton. I have always felt welcomed and valued at NSB, and for that I am extremely grateful."
There is plenty of rugby to look forward to this weekend. The U15s and U18s welcome Seaford College on Saturday morning, with both matches kicking off at 11.30am at the Scouts and the ON's respectively. Later in the day, the U12s and U13s host The Dragon School at Northampton School, with fixtures starting at 2.30pm.
We are also delighted to celebrate the success of our Resources Technician, Livia Fallerino, whose photographic exhibition, People of NN, is currently on display at Northampton Museum until 1 November. I encourage members of the NSB community to visit and support Livia's exhibition showcasing the people and associated life stories behind the thought provoking images.
https://www.northamptonmuseums.com/whats-on-post/exhibitions/people-of-nn/
This week's Open Mornings have been another tremendous success. We have welcomed well over 1,000 prospective students and parents into the school, giving them the opportunity to see NSB at work during a normal school day. Feedback on both the school and our outstanding Sixth Form guides has been exceptional. It has been a wonderful opportunity to showcase the culture, character and ambition that make NSB such a special place to learn and thrive.
Finally, we are delighted to be looking ahead to our first major music concert of the year, Hollywood in Harmony, taking place on Thursday 15 October. Featuring recognisable songs from some of your favourite films, it promises to be a memorable evening of music and entertainment. General release tickets are now on sale.
Book Tickets here
Film Concert 15th October 2026
Richard Bernard MBE
Headteacher
Key Dates:
| Year 8 Residential information Evening | 30th September |
| Year 9 Careers Day - Gulliver’s Land | 5th October |
| Year 9 Careers Day - Gulliver’s Land | 7th October |
| Year 6 Technology Aptitude Test | 10th October |
| Film Music Concert | 15th October |
| Wear it Red - Show racism the red card | 16th October |
| Year 12 residential trip | 18th October - 22nd October |
| Year 8 Residential trip | 19th October - 22nd October |
| Training Day (Y7, Y9, Y11, Y13) | 19th October |
| Personal Development Week | 20th October - 23rd October |
| Apprenticeship Fair | 23rd October |
| Training Day Y8, & Y12 | 23rd October |
| End of Term 1 | 23rd October |
| Malcom Arnold Festival | 24th October |
| Term 2 starts | 2nd November |
