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Junior Reflections

Junior Reflections Week 14 2024

Dear parents,

This week

It has been lovely to see all the pupils full of energy and eager (well, most of them) to get back to the classroom, but more importantly, keen to see their friends. I am just sorry that I could not have brought more settled weather for the start of the New Year. A gentle reminder that all pupils need a coat in school and ideally a hat, especially as it turns colder, as it is important that they get outside for some fresh air during break times.

Assembly

As with every year, my assembly on Wednesday was based around New Year’s resolutions; this always makes me smile as each year, I hear the same suggestions: do my homework, make the bed, look after my pet, and I always wonder how long they last. We discussed the importance of not giving up if we slip from our goal, as it is too easy to just say we won’t continue, whereas perseverance is such an important quality to have.

Our new Upper Two monitors were announced in assembly, and they have already taken their new duties very seriously, as I witnessed in the dining room. We also took the opportunity to thank our last term’s monitors, who really embraced the opportunity and were fantastic role models for the school.

School Clubs

Finally, a reminder that lunchtime and after-school clubs will start on Monday.

Happy New Year and have a lovely weekend.

Playground people of the week

Henry L2B

Jack L2E

Upper One Author Visit

On Wednesday 17 January children’s author Jo Earlam will be visiting Exeter Junior School and reading her story Tuamor the Turtle to children in Upper One, as part of our turtle and plastic pollution topic. Jo is an education Sea Champion with the Marine Conservation Society and will be doing a wider presentation about the issue and explaining how we can make a positive difference. Your child will have the opportunity to buy a copy of the book, priced £6, which will be signed by Jo on the day with your child’s name inside. If your child wishes to purchase the book then please ensure they bring the correct money in a sealed envelope/purse.

Junior School News

Junior Sport News

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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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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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.