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Junior Reflections

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.

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.

 

A Wonderful Alumni Reunion 🎓

Dr Adrian Rainbow had the pleasure of meeting John Davidson (staff, 1976–2018) at one of our recent Alumni events.

John came to Exeter School as a "young geography teacher," before becoming an officer in the RAF Section from 1979 to 1992, and Officer Commanding RAF Section from 1981 to 1988. In 1988, he became Head of Geography, later joining the Senior Management Team, and in 2012 was asked to set up our Alumni Office, where he reconnected with many past pupils he had once taught.

It was so lovely for the two of them to meet, and for Dr Rainbow to hear all about John's experiences here at Exeter School.

#ExeterSchool #IndependentSchool #Alumni #Talk #Connections #RAF #GeographyTeacher

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The swim team has had a busy start to the season, with two events in close proximity. 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

The team's first event was at Millfield, in what is arguably one of the most competitive fixtures of the season: the South West regional heat of the English Schools Swimming Association @essa_swimming relays. Pupils of all ages performed well and worked brilliantly as a team at this high-pressure event.

The team was back in action only a few days later, in a home gala against Wellington School, Queen's College Taunton, and West Buckland. Everyone brought their A-game for this event, with Exeter winning five out of the six age groups. 🏅

Well done to all who competed, from those competing for the school in the pool for the first time, to our returning team members. 🙂

#ExeterSchool #ExeterSchoolSport #Swimming #Competition #SwimEvent #IndependentSchool #Team

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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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A Wonderful Alumni Reunion 🎓

Dr Adrian Rainbow had the pleasure of meeting John Davidson (staff, 1976–2018) at one of our recent Alumni events.

John came to Exeter School as a "young geography teacher," before becoming an officer in the RAF Section from 1979 to 1992, and Officer Commanding RAF Section from 1981 to 1988. In 1988, he became Head of Geography, later joining the Senior Management Team, and in 2012 was asked to set up our Alumni Office, where he reconnected with many past pupils he had once taught.

It was so lovely for the two of them to meet, and for Dr Rainbow to hear all about John's experiences here at Exeter School.

#ExeterSchool #IndependentSchool #Alumni #Talk #Connections #RAF #GeographyTeacher
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