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Junior Reflections

Junior Reflections Week 13 2023

Dear parents,

I cannot believe that we have made it to the end of the year, and what a year it has been. This week has been one of turkey, sparkles, tinsel, carols, and a whole lot more, and it is always one of my favourite times of the year.

Disco night

The junior school disco was a huge hit! There were certainly some moves being shaken, and everyone got into the festive spirit. I would like to thank all the parents from the family society who helped make the evening work and also to Mr Wood, Miss Rose, and Rob from the Estates team for giving up their evening. These events wouldn’t run without such supportive staff. The disco raised £399.70, which is incredible.

A service of readings and carols

Tuesday saw our amazing service of readings and carols, and the festive spirit was certainly in full swing. The pupils sang their hearts out, as did the congregation, and an extra special mention goes to the readers and soloists, who were fantastic, especially in front of such a large audience. Please use this link to watch the performance.

Christmas jumper and hat day

Following that, we had our Christmas jumper and hat day on Wednesday, along with the most scrumptious Christmas dinner, crackers were pulled, laughter heard, and the most delicious Christmas pudding consumed. Thank you to catering team – what a feast we all had. This was then topped off by a visit to pre-prep to watch their nativity, which was stunning, and the pupils were amazing. Rev. Close held a moving Christmas service on Thursday, and the junior choir once again performed beautifully. I truly believe we have spread the love of Christmas this week, and I am sure everyone is ready for the holidays.

Form One parents morning

It was delightful to see the Form One pupils share their classroom with their parents during our open classroom afternoon. There were a lot of proud pupils and parents as I listened to the pupils explain and share all that they had learnt this term. I can’t believe the progress that they have all made. Well done, Form One!

Letter from Head of Exeter School

Please find a letter from Ms Louise Simpson, Head of Exeter School, here for your enjoyment.

Letter from the Chair of Governors

A letter from our Chair of Governors is available to you all here and being shared across Exeter School.

Merry Christmas

And so, it leaves me to wish you and your families a festive Christmas break, and I look forward to welcoming you all back safely in the New Year.

Playground people of the week

Barnaby U1B

Tess U2T

Lysander U2T

WaterAid Charity Christmas Concert

We are pleased to give you an audio recording along with some of the lovely photographs taken on the night by Mark Lockett.

 

Junior School News

Junior Sport News

Some summers are special, and Lamorna's has been one to remember! 🏇

In July, she was selected to ride for the Southwest in the U18 eventing team at Bishop Burton. Then in August, she took on more than 70 riders at the @ukponyclubofficial Championships and finished an incredible third individually in the National Chairman's Cup 🥉 Three days of dressage, show jumping and a challenging cross-country course. What an achievement!

And she didn't stop there. Last week, Lamorna rode for Exeter School in Hickstead's famous International Arena at the National Schools Elite Show Jumping @nsea_est1991. Up against more than 50 riders from schools across the country, she came seventh in the 110cm class and second in the 1m class 👏

All of this has earned her a place in the England team for the Four Nations Cup at Osberton at the beginning of October 🙌

We're so proud of you, Lamorna, and we'll all be cheering you on! 

#ExeterSchool #Equestrian #Pupil #Dressage #ShowJumping #CrossCountry #FourNationsCup #England #PonyClub #Bronze #Achievemnt

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We have won! 🎉

We are beyond proud of this achievement, thank you @talkeducation.

This is a fantastic achievement for us as a school, reflecting our commitment to pushing our pupils to be the best they can be for life beyond school.

Keep an eye out for some upcoming interviews with former pupils, talking about their next steps! 🏢 

#ExeterSchool #IndependentSchool #TalkEducation #Winner2026 #Support #LifeBeyondSchool #Award

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Exeter School is a great place to work 😊

Seeing pupils' faces light up when something you've done helps them through their day or a bigger learning curve, no matter your role, is priceless. Add to that benefits like in-city free parking, lunch, use of gym and pool facilities and a competitive pension plan and we have to wonder why you're not here already 😄

If you're looking for a new role, we've always got our HR team on hand to answer questions and roles being posted on our web pages, but catch them next Thursday from 10am-2pm at @rouge_0125 @theukcareersfair 

#exeterjobs #exetercareers #jobstolove #talkeducation #careersfair #goodschoolsguide #teachingjobs #vacancyalerts #exetercareersfair #HRinschools #independentschools #DevonDaySchools

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Great effort from the U16 girls yesterday who were narrowly beaten 2-1 in the national cup. Despite second half pressure from Exeter they could not find the decisive goal, even hitting the crossbar. Unfortunately their opponents broke away with minutes to go and scrambled the winner. @exeterschooluk #competingwithcharacter #exeterschoolsport #hockey

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Congratulations to 1st XI captain Josh who scored his second county century for @devoncricket yesterday, 119 not out against Oxfordshire in their 3-day match. This follows his 119 against Wiltshire in the T20 fixture two weeks ago. Devon have progressed to the QF of the T20 comp which takes place later this month. We hope Josh continues his good form! 

@exeterschooluk @exetercricketclub #devoncricket #centurian #t20 #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Huge congratulations to @exschsports 1st XV player Max who represented Italy 🇮🇹 U18s this weekend. The Italy squad were in camp with Wales & Scotland with all three teams playing each other in 40 minute matches! We hope this is the start of an exciting year for Max. 👏🏻 @exeterschooluk @rugbubble_ #rugby #exeterschoolsport #reprugby #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Congratulations to James (U5) who competed at the Aquatics GB Next Generation Championships last week, an event held for the top 24 swimmers in Britain in each swim event. 

James achieved qualification times for 6 events - 50, 100 and 200 fly, 200 free and 200 and 400IM. Competing in the 16yr old age category, he reached three finals, placing him in the top 10 in his age group in Britain. Great achievement, well done James! 🙌🏻 @exeterschooluk #exeterschool #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter

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