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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

Congratulations to the winners of our Book Bento competition 📚🥳

Well done to everyone who took part and thank you to everyone who supported.

We hope the competition has helped inspire you this National Year of Reading, and remember that “if you’re into it, read into it”!

@exeterpreprep @go_all_in_2026 @literacy_trust @worldbookdaysocial #GoAllIn2026 #WorldBookDay2026 #BookBento #NationalYearOfReading

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As we mark the International Day of Action for Rivers today, we are celebrating Upper Fifth pupil Monty, who recently completed his first ever marathon, running an incredible 42.6km from Tiverton across Exmoor while following the River Exe.

Monty joined John Mildmay-White for part of his 400 mile @runfortherivers challenge, which aims to raise awareness of the pressures facing the UK’s rivers and seas.

Well done to Monty for showing such determination, resilience and mental strength 👏

#ExeterSchool #InternationalDayOfActionForRivers #RunForTheRivers #ProtectRiversProtectPeople #PupilAchievement #DayofActionForRivers

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Our staff really went all in on our Book Bento competition 📚

Remember to tune in tomorrow as we announce the winners!

#GoAllIn2026 #WorldBookDay2026 #BookBento #NationalYearOfReading

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It’s almost time to announce the winners of our Book Bento 📚

Here are some more fantastic entries before we announce the winners tomorrow!

#GoAllIn2026 #WorldBookDay2026 #BookBento #NationalYearOfReading

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From nursery right up to sixth form, our pupils have really shown their creative side during our Book Bento competition 📚

Here are some more fantastic entries for you to enjoy.

#GoAllIn2026 #WorldBookDay2026 #BookBento #NationalYearOfReading

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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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Before the half term break members of the 1st XI football squad were awarded their first team ties from Mr Ashman for 10+ 1st XI appearances. Congratulations 🙌🏻 @exeterschooluk @isfafootball #exeterschoolsport #football #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Congratulations to Lamorna who had a very successful weekend at the equestrian national qualifications representing Exeter School at Bicton in showjumping at 100 and 110 levels. She became NSEA county champion at 110cm and has been invited to ride in June for the county at Hickstead Elite. Lamorna also qualified for the national championship in October at100 and 110 for Exeter School. 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻

@exeterschooluk #exeterschoolsport #equestrian #partnership #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Looking forward to welcoming @hamishpercy to Exeter School tomorrow. Hamish will be working with our sports scholars delivering some media training and discussing public speaking, interview skills and social media sports profiles. 

After studying History at the University of Nottingham and completing a Masters in Sports Journalism at St. Mary’s University, Twickenham, Hamish went on to start his career freelancing with BT Sport Rugby before moving to Premier League Productions for 4 years. He then had a brief stint freelance presenting in the world of sport. 
  
Hamish subsequently moved to SPORTbible, part of the LADbible Group, to launch their YouTube channel in September 2024 and has grown the channel to have over 71M views, securing major sponsorships with brands like Domino’s along the way. He has been lucky enough to interview stars like Luke Littler (Darts), Jasprit Bumrah (Cricket), Carlos Alcaraz (Tennis), Harry Kane (Football), Maro Itoje (Rugby), Naomi Osaka (Tennis) and more who all feature on the channel. 

@exeterschooluk

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New term, new league campaign, new kit! The 1st XI started their league season with a great performance and 4-0 victory. Let’s hope it’s the start of a superb season! @exeterschooluk @officialecfc @limitlesskit 

#exeterschoolsport #exeterschoolfootball #football #schoolofgreatcharacter

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