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10th January 20

This week all of the children in Kindergarten have been thinking of ideas for our new topic this term, which is all about ‘Exploring Space’. We had lots of different ideas from the children, telling us what they already know about space. Some of the ideas included: it’s dark, rockets go there, planets, stars, and the…

9th December 19

Pupils from 1st Form through to Upper 6th gave an excellent Michaelmas Term Concert to an audience of parents, staff and friends gathered in Russell Hall. The evening opened with the Orchestra performing Haydn; later they changed mood with a lively number “La Cucharacha” which had a catchy cello line stylishly played by Jasper Pike….

9th December 19

 Arcadia Ensemble gave a performance in the beautiful surroundings of the Library as part of the annual ‘Christmas at Peckover House’ event on Saturday 7 December. The whole of Peckover House is draped in festive decorations sponsored by local companies and organisations – a perfect backdrop for a concert. A good audience gathered to hear…

6th December 19

6th Form  pupil William Gilbert (Kings Lynn) has just been shortlisted as one of three finalists in the CPSA (Clay Pigeon Shooting Association) Awards 2020 Emerging Shooter of the Year category. This recognises a clay pigeon shooter who has shown ‘brilliant talent’  but may not have been recognised yet for their shooting ability. Finalists are…

3rd December 19

Following the success of last year, the 6th Form decided that they wanted to support this worthwhile charitable cause again this year. The charity works with a number or organisations to raise awareness and funds for issues such as prostate and testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Pupils and staff have been growing moustaches…

29th November 19

This week in Kindergarten the children have been enjoying a Christmas themed week of activities. As we are visiting Edina Court next Thursday, the children have been making gifts to take with them to the residents. Our main present that we have made is a hand-print wreath canvas. The children enjoyed getting their hands painted…

15th November 19

34 pupils battled the rain and mud to compete at the District Cross Country meet. 14 pupils qualified for the County Cross Country Championship on 11 January 2020. There was also success for 1st Form pupils, Millie Harris and Ackara Black, who both won their year 7 races. Well done to all competitors and we…

11th October 19

  Thirty three performers from the Prep and Senior School gathered in the Russell Hall with parents and family for the annual Piano Recital on Thursday 10 October.  The magnificent Steinway piano took centre stage as always and the audience were treated to solos, duets and trios of an impressive standard. The variety of music…

30th September 19

On Thursday evening 71 pupils and 6 teachers attended the first 6th Form social event of the year, designed to promote a sense of community within the 6th Form, encouraging both year groups and our international pupils to become more integrated.   They spent an enjoyable, if a little sweaty, two hours in fierce battle…

4th September 19

6th form Art and Textiles students enjoyed a fabulous workshop day by Jeni Cairns at her Juniper House studio https://www.juniperhouseemporium.com/. Building on our 6th Form success raising money for the Alan Hudson Hospice project, pupils were invited to help form the metalwork sculpture for the garden centre piece, designed by Jeni. Ably assisted by Kim…