Dear parents,
We’ve now reached the half-way point of the first part of the autumn term and the children are really finding their feet and adjusting to their new routines with great enthusiasm. This week in assemblies I’ve spoken to them about Fair Trade Fortnight, answered all the usual start-of-term questions about Ruffles, and reminded them of our expectations when using the toilets at school!
Parent workshops
It was great to see lots of parents at our phonics and reading workshop on Tuesday afternoon. Thanks to Ms Richards and Mrs Lawrence-Jones for leading this session and we hope you found the information useful. We are holding a mathematics workshop open to all parents next week on Wednesday after school so please come along if you can, from 4pm in the Year 2 classroom. Children are welcome to join Late Room without charge while you attend.
Governor visit
Today was Governor Education Day across Exeter School and we were delighted to welcome David McGahey into school this morning. After a tour of the school with me, he spent time hearing children read, visiting each class to observe lessons, and talking to the staff.
Staff update
I am sorry to announce that Mrs Wannell will be leaving Exeter Pre-Prep at October half term to take up a new role as deputy pre-school leader at a local primary school. While we are delighted about Chloe’s promotion, I know that we will all miss her after twelve amazing years caring for our Nursery children.
I am pleased to inform you that Miss Rachel Harrison will be taking up the role of Nursery practitioner on Mondays to Wednesdays, and will be working alongside Mrs Wannell for her final week to ensure a smooth transition for the children. Miss Harrison is a qualified teacher, former social worker and keen hockey player. She has two children in the senior school and many of you will know her from Family Society meetings and events.
Next week
I look forward to seeing many of you at the Exeter School open event tomorrow – Ruffles and I will be in the main hall at the pre-prep stand, so do some and say hello. Next Friday is our annual grandparents’ afternoon, which is always a popular event. Please make sure your visitors have signed up – full details can be found in yesterday’s Notices and Reminders email.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend.
