School News

We are proud to announce that our Early Years team has once again achieved the highest recognition from Dinja Waħda! Head of Early Years, Ms Nicky Azzopardi and Ms Francesca Cassar our Early Years Outdoor Coordinators, received this award on behalf of the Sector.

We are thrilled to announce that San Anton School participated for the first time in the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition—and what an extraordinary debut it was! We are immensely proud of our 27 talented young writers across the Junior and Senior Sectors, who collectively achieved bronze, silver and gold awards.

As a new scholastic year approached, our entire school community came together for an unforgettable team-building experience — and the result was truly something special.

The Easter holidays brought an unforgettable adventure for our Grade 10 students as they set off on a week-long trip to PGL Osmington Bay in Dorset, accompanied by a group of dedicated and enthusiastic educators.​

San Anton School has successfully concluded a comprehensive European professional development initiative under the Erasmus+Key Action 1 project in School Education. Throughout the 2023/24 scholastic year,31 educators and leadership team members participated in 33 specialised mobility experiences across major European cities including Florence, Athens, Valencia, Trapani, Strasbourg, and Berlin.

This morning marked a truly special occasion as we concluded our SEA Our Future Campaign with an emotional presentation. Throughout this scholastic year, students from all sectors, guided by their dedicated educators, engaged in immersive learning about ocean literacy. This initiative was part of the San Anton School Community Social Engagement Programme, focusing on raising awareness about the sea and addressing the critical issue of marine pollution and other sea-related matters.

Our stunning outdoor sculpture installations are ready, enhancing the approach to the school and its outdoor areas with vibrant colour and interest. This collaborative project, led by our Art teaching team in partnership with professional sculptor Stephan Priehyba, draws inspiration from the flora and fauna of the neighbouring Imselliet Valley, exploring the intricate relationship between nature and art.

With their exams over and the end of their San Anton journey approaching, 76 Grade 12 students, along with 8 educators, embarked on an exciting trip to Thessaloniki, Greece. This adventure was packed with cultural experiences, breathtaking views, and thrilling activities, making it a memorable chapter in their lives.

On the evening of June 13, 2024, the San Anton School community gathered to commemorate a dual celebration: the school's 35th anniversary and the feast day of its patron saint, St. Anthony. This significant event brought together trustees, current and former board members, heads of school, students, staff, parents, and alumni, all united in their pride and affection for the school.

We are proud to announce that San Anton School has been awarded the status of European Blue School for our community engagement project, SEA Our Future, for the 2023/24 scholastic year. This certification is granted by the EU4Ocean Coalition, funded by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries.

Today we welcomed Dr. Karl Attard, a distinguished marine biologist and Old Antonian as a guest speaker for our SEA Our Future project. Dr. Attard, currently serving as an Associate Professor of Marine Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark, graced us with his expertise and insights into the mesmerising world beneath the waves.

Grade 7 (Year 6) students Edward Busuttil, Luke Mifsud Bonnici, Ida Pace, Scarlett Salt and Emma Montebello recently participated in the High 5 - Junior Mathematics Challenge, organised by the Directorate for Learning and Assessment Programmes, targeting mathematically gifted and talented students in schools across Malta and Gozo.

74 of our Grade 8 students and 10 educators departed for the City of Light for an unforgettable three-day adventure.Over three days, our young mathematicians immersed themselves in a jam-packed itinerary of Maths-inspired activities across Paris before joining students from around the world at the spectacular Maths Live! Conference at Disneyland Park. Who says Maths can't be magical?

Our Junior Sector Grade 5 to Grade 7 students, participated in a series of Human Library events featuring experts from the art world, aligned with this year's Community Engagement Programme theme. This immersive experience formed a key component of our project-based learning approach, spearheaded by Pedagogical and Curriculum Consultant Heathcliff Schembri.

The Senior Sector Science Wing came alive, as our Grade 9 students showcased 27 innovative investigative projects at our annual Science Fair—this year exploring the captivating theme "Paint a Better Picture."

San Anton School's beloved Pets Day returned to the Junior Sector today, transforming our amphitheatre into a magical menagerie!Students, teachers, and parents arrived with beaming smiles and an incredible array of furry and feathered friends – from playful dogs and curious cats to gentle tortoises, colorful birds, and tiny hamsters.

Twelve Grade 11 students from San Anton School were recently invited to participate in the annual pilgrimage to Lourdes organised by the Maltese Association of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. The students joined a contingent of 330 members and volunteers who provided care and transportation for over 40 patients visiting the shrine of Our Lady in Lourdes.

Over the Easter break, our Grade 11 students embarked on an unforgettable cultural expedition through the heart of Renaissance Italy, walking in the footsteps of masters and immersing themselves in centuries of artistic brilliance.

This Easter break, our Grade 11 Science students traded textbooks for travel journals as they embarked on an extraordinary educational adventure through Germany and Belgium. Meticulously designed to complement their curriculum, this journey offered students a rare opportunity to witness scientific concepts come alive while immersing themselves in Europe's rich cultural landscape.

What an incredible two days as our Senior Sector students took to the field for our annual Sports Days! Students showcased their talents across a diverse range of events—from lightning-fast sprints and endurance-testing long-distance races and games to impressive displays of strength in shot put and gravity-defying high jumps.

Our PE Department once again created an exceptional showcase for our Junior Sector Sports Days, featuring diverse stations with races and team games that allowed students to demonstrate the skills they have developed throughout the year. Parents moved from station to station, beaming with pride as they watched their children in action.

This morning, we were delighted to welcome our San Anton parent community to our annual Open Day—an opportunity for parents to experience firsthand the remarkable creative achievements of our students. The event stood as a testament to the inspiring learning journey our students continue to embrace.

San Anton School had the distinct honor of welcoming Dr. Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, for a special visit today. The distinguished guest was warmly received by Head of School Ms. Bernadette Stivala, Chairman of the School Board Ms. Sunaina Attard, members of both student councils, and the School Leadership Team.

After last year’s success, and aligned with this year's theme for our Community Engagement Programme, our Junior Sector students participated in two impactful Human Library events, featuring six experts from diverse food industry sectors.

This morning marked a truly special occasion as we concluded our SEA Our Future Campaign with an emotional presentation. Throughout this scholastic year, students from all sectors, guided by their dedicated educators, engaged in immersive learning about ocean literacy. This initiative was part of the San Anton School Community Social Engagement Programme, focusing on raising awareness about the sea and addressing the critical issue of marine pollution and other sea-related matters.

We are proud to announce that San Anton School has been awarded the status of European Blue School for our community engagement project, SEA Our Future, for the 2023/24 scholastic year. This certification is granted by the EU4Ocean Coalition, funded by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries.

This morning marked a truly special occasion as we concluded our Children for Children Campaign with a heartfelt presentation. The San Anton School community came together and raised an impressive sum of €7,200 through various engaging activities as part of this year's San Anton School Community Social Engagement Programme. We had the pleasure of presenting Ms. Angele Cuschieri from Puttinu with a cheque for this remarkable amount.

This morning, a ceremony took place at St. Michael School Santa Venera, where Grade 11 students Alexia Sant and Kate Oswald, participants in the Prince's Trust programme, were honored with the prestigious Sustainability Award 2023 by Prince's Trust Achieve International Malta.

The Maltese Association of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta recently extended an invitation to San Anton School to participate in its annual pilgrimage to Lourdes. And once again, the school eagerly accepted the invitation.

Following last December's Expression of Interest to our Junior Sector, 13 groups of budding entrepreneurs and talented crafters rose to the occasion and made crafts in their free time, in order to raise money for Puttinu Cares ahead of next week's Crafts for Puttinu, as part of this year`s Children for Children campaign.

We are proud to launch the theme for this year’s San Anton School Community Social Engagement Programme 2022/23.