⚽ YEAR 9 FOOTBALL MATCH REPORT ⚽

Dyke House 2–2 Whitby School
(Whitby win 10–9 on penalties)

A monumental effort from our Year 9 football team today in an absolute thriller of a match! 👏

Dyke House got off to a flying start when a fantastic delivery into ...the box from Rhylee M caused total chaos, eventually finding the back of the net to put us 1–0 up. Whitby responded quickly with a neat finish to level the score, but Jude B was a force between the posts all game—making crucial saves, claiming crosses, and sweeping up attacks. 🧤🚫

Shortly after half-time, Dyke House struck again! George R rose highest to head home from close range following a pinpoint corner from Layton M. Whitby fought back once more to equalize off a rebound after another top-class save from Jude.

With nothing to separate the two sides, the game went all the way to a nerve-wracking penalty shootout. After 9 dramatic rounds from the spot, Dyke House narrowly missed out 10–9.

⭐ Man of the Match: Ben M – Rock solid at the back and organized the defense brilliantly all game! 🛡️

👏 Special Shoutout: Jude B – Made several game-changing saves to keep us right in the fight! 🧤

🌟 Great performances across the pitch from Henry R, Layton M, Rhylee M, and the whole squad!

🎯 Penalty Takers: Seb L, Layton M, Rhylee M, Max C, Jude B, Olly G, Zach E, Kai B, Ben M.

Heads held high, boys—a performance to be proud of! 💙⚽

🏫WE'RE HIRING - LEARNING MANAGER (PART-TIME)🏫

Are you proactive, supportive, and ready to make a real difference in students' lives? We’re looking for a Learning Manager to join our Deep Support team at Dyke House Academy! (2 days per week – Monday & Tuesday)
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In this impactful role, you’ll track student progress, coordinate targeted interventions, and work alongside families to help every child succeed.

View full details and apply here: https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/203407?aisId=12&rmId=3353

⏰ Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 1st November 2026

Know someone who would be perfect for this? Tag them in the comments below!

🎉 FULL HOUSE FRIDAY IS HERE! 🎉

It’s Friday, which means it’s time to celebrate our incredible Full House Friday winners! 🌟

Every student who achieved 100% attendance this week was automatically entered into our prize draw for a chance to take home a £5 or £50 ...voucher. Showing up, staying committed, and making every school day count really does pay off! 💸✨

A HUGE congratulations to this week’s lucky winners! Check out some of their brilliant winning smiles below! 📸👇

Keep up the fantastic work, everyone, and remember… every day counts at Dyke House! 💙

🇫🇷 PARIS 2028 TRIP🗼✨

We are excited to announce our upcoming school trip to Paris in 2028 for our current Year 8 and Year 9 students! This action-packed itinerary includes:
🏰 Disneyland Paris
🎢 Parc Astérix
🏟️ Stade de France
🛳️ Bateaux ...Mouches River Cruise
🎨 Exploring Montmartre & central Paris

Key Details:
📌 Current Year 8 & Year 9 students
💰 Cost: Approximately £930 per person
🥐 Includes breakfast and one main meal per day
📄 Next Steps: Information letters with full details are available now at Student Services.

Don't miss out on this amazing experience—head to Student Services to collect your letter today! 🎒

JOIN OUR TEAM - KITCHEN ASSISTANT 🍳🥗

Are you reliable, enthusiastic, and keen to help provide nutritious meals and a great dining experience for students? We’d love for you to join us as a Kitchen Assistant!

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting ...our catering team with basic food preparation, maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, and serving pupils in a positive, welcoming environment.

⏰ Applications close 8th November!

View full details and apply here:
https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/203486?aisId=12&rmId=3353

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Tag them in the comments below! 👇

✨ OUR PROUD HIGHLIGHTS! ✨

What another fantastic session at the PROUD table today! Our pupils continue to impress us with their dedication, enthusiasm, and superb work.

A massive congratulations to some of this week's superstars: Freddie B, George B, Thomas T, Oscar N, ...Maia M, Abigail K, and Oliver H! 📸 Take a look at the pictures below to see them celebrating their well-deserved wins!

Keep working hard, everyone—you inspire us every single week. We'll see you all at the PROUD table next week at the exact same time and place! ⏰📍