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Junior Reflections Week 13 2023

Week 13

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.

congratulations

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

History expedition

Junior school – History Expedition Day

Fri 8th December 2023

owl drawing

Junior Artist of the moment

Fri 8th December 2023

wobbly teeth

Dentist talk by Mr Ferreira-Castro

Fri 8th December 2023

chess champions

Devon Junior Chess Championships

Sat 2nd December 2023

student pointing at arrow sign

Christmas in the junior school library

Fri 1st December 2023

Big Draw 2023

Mon 27th November 2023

Junior Sport News

EFL Kids Cup success

Fri 17th November 2023

Hockey Team

U11 Exeter Junior School Hockey Tournament

Wed 18th October 2023

Success at Plymouth Rugby Festival and Hockey Tournament

Wed 18th October 2023

Hockey success

Fri 6th October 2023

Rugby travels

Fri 6th October 2023

Summer success

Fri 8th September 2023

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Job Opportunity 🎭🎤 Independent LAMDA practitioner – Opportunity to Provide Private Tuition Exeter School is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic LAMDA teacher to offer private LAMDA tuition to pupils at the School. This is an opportunity for a self-employed practitioner to establish and run their own LAMDA teaching provision within the School. The successful applicant would not be employed by Exeter School but would contract directly with parents for the provision of lessons and would be responsible for invoicing and collecting fees from parents. The School would provide suitable teaching space and would work with the practitioner to facilitate lesson scheduling within the School day and/or at other agreed times. Our preferred days would be Monday, Tuesday, Friday and weekends, dovetailing with our two other LAMDA practitioners. We are particularly interested in hearing from practitioners able to offer tuition in areas such as Acting, Speaking in Public, Verse and Prose and other relevant LAMDA disciplines, and to prepare pupils for LAMDA examinations where appropriate. Applicants should: - Have appropriate experience and qualifications in speech, drama and/or LAMDA teaching. - Have a strong record of working successfully with children and young people; be able to manage their own bookings, communication with parents and fee arrangements. - Hold appropriate professional and public liability insurance - Be willing to comply with the School's safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and other relevant requirements while working on the School site. The arrangement will be subject to the School's usual safer recruitment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and such other checks as are appropriate for a person working regularly with children. The practitioner will operate as an independent, self-employed provider. They will be responsible for their own tax, National Insurance and other statutory obligations, and there will be no employment relationship between the practitioner and Exeter School.

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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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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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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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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!

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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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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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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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This is an opportunity for a self-employed practitioner to establish and run their own LAMDA teaching provision within the School. The successful applicant would not be employed by Exeter School but would contract directly with parents for the provision of lessons and would be responsible for invoicing and collecting fees from parents.

The School would provide suitable teaching space and would work with the practitioner to facilitate lesson scheduling within the School day and/or at other agreed times. Our preferred days would be Monday, Tuesday, Friday and weekends, dovetailing with our two other LAMDA practitioners.

We are particularly interested in hearing from practitioners able to offer tuition in areas such as Acting, Speaking in Public, Verse and Prose and other relevant LAMDA disciplines, and to prepare pupils for LAMDA examinations where appropriate.

Applicants should:
- Have appropriate experience and qualifications in speech, drama and/or LAMDA teaching.
- Have a strong record of working successfully with children and young people;
be able to manage their own bookings, communication with parents and fee arrangements.
- Hold appropriate professional and public liability insurance
- Be willing to comply with the School`s safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and other relevant requirements while working on the School site.

The arrangement will be subject to the School`s usual safer recruitment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and such other checks as are appropriate for a person working regularly with children.

The practitioner will operate as an independent, self-employed provider. They will be responsible for their own tax, National Insurance and other statutory obligations, and there will be no employment relationship between the practitioner and Exeter School.

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