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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

Sending good luck to our pupils out at Ford Farm this year for the annual 1633 challenge! 

As part of the preparation for the @armytentors challenge, this has become a steadfast part of our school calendar of activities with crossing the finishing line earning a certificate as a rite of passage. We hope you are all enjoying the experience.

#goodluck #aspireandflourish #dartmoorwalks #devonschools #dartmoorchallenge

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Thanks to @gillmanandsoame  for a quick leavers photo for our Upper Sixth this morning. Timed impeccably well for the raindrops and so pleased not to have yesterday's gales! You looked so smart everyone - can't wait to see the finished result 🤩

#uppersixth #leaversphoto #lookinggreat #sixthformlife #dayschool #devonschools #aspireandflourish #coeducation #thriving

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Massive congrats to the 1st XI football squad who won their final league game of the season yesterday to be crowned ISCA league champions 🏆 2026! This is only the fifth time the school has won the league! Great achievement. @exeterschooluk 

#exeterschoolsport #champions #football #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Massive congrats to the 1st XI football squad who won their final league game of the season yesterday to be crowned ISCA league champions 🏆 2026! This is only the fifth time the school has won the league! Great achievement. @exeterschooluk 

#exeterschoolsport #champions #football #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Team photos 2025-26 by @marklockettphotography

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Brilliant footage of one of the recent National cross country events. Huge congratulations to Rory (L6), Penelope (U5) and George (4F) who all represented Devon as well as the school and their clubs at these amazing events. 

@exeterschooluk #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter #busyschool #madmarch

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A day to remember! Congratulations to the U16 netball squad who won the @sistersnsport bowl at finals day today hosted at @lborouniversity 

A nail biter (23-24) in the semi final against Manchester High School set up a final vs Surbiton High School. A superb performance saw the girls win 25-19 to be crowned bowl champions! Well done girls, so proud of you! 👏🏻🏆👏🏻 @exeterschooluk #exeterschoolsport #netball #exeterschoolnetball #schoolofgreatcharacter

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The 1st VII returned with a bit of silverware today 👏🏻 winning the shield at the West of England 7s. Loads of progress and great preparation for the @rpns7s in two weeks time @exeterschooluk #rugby7s #exeterschoolsport #exeterschool #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Whole School open evening - Thursday 7 May 5.30pm

 

Experience the school in action at our open evening – 5.30pm on Thursday 7 May. This event offers the chance to hear from the Head and have the opportunity to visit both the junior and senior schools. Click here to book your place.