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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

Good luck to @exschsports pupils Josh, Marcus and Mo who are off to Surrey tomorrow to play in the semi-finals of U16 ECB Cup. They qualified following a thrilling win the quarter-final vs Essex bowling them out for 149 and chasing the total in less than 25 overs.  @exeterschooluk @devoncricket #countycricket #cricket #exeterschoolsport #devoncricket

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We're bringing you results from the @britishrowing Club Championships at the National Water Sports Center in Nottingham in July where Isabelle (M5) and Lisa (L5) won Gold in the Under 14 Women’s Doubles and set a new course record for the WJ14 double!  We're so proud and can't wait to see what the ladies achieve next 🙌  @exschsports #rowing #goldmedals #schoollife #aspireandflourish #newcourserecord #wj14double #u14doublesrowing #nationalwatersportscentrenottingham #independentschools #sports

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Our pupils have shone in GCSEs, with 23% of all grades being grade 9. Furthermore, 47% of grades awarded were a grade 8 or 9.  Acting Head of Exeter School, Mr Graham Bone said: “As I take up the role of Acting Head, it is a privilege to share in the celebration of these fantastic results. Our Year 11 pupils have again shown themselves to be hard-working, diligent Exonians who have made the most of our outstanding teaching, top quality pastoral care, and the wide range of opportunities that Exeter School offers. We are delighted with their GCSE grades: with almost a quarter of results at the top grade of 9 and 47% at the top two grades, there is much to be proud of, and I want to thank all our staff, especially our dedicated teachers, in helping our pupils achieve these excellent outcomes."  #gcseresults2025 #resultsday #sixthformlife #endofyear11 #school #exams #celebrate #schoolexams #talkeducation #goodschoolsguide

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Good luck to @exschsports pupils Josh, Marcus and Mo who are off to Surrey tomorrow to play in the semi-finals of U16 ECB Cup. They qualified following a thrilling win the quarter-final vs Essex bowling them out for 149 and chasing the total in less than 25 overs.  @exeterschooluk @devoncricket #countycricket #cricket #exeterschoolsport #devoncricket

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Congratulations to James (U5) who did superbly at the Aquatics GB Next Gen Championships - he won two silver medals, in the 50 fly and 100 fly! Fully deserved after all his hard work this year   #exeterschoolsport #swimming #schoolofgreatcharacter #swimfast

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More cricket success for Mo 🙌🏻. For a second year running Mo was selected for the ECB South West team to play at the prestigious Bunbury Festival at @lborouniversity   Mo took two wickets in the first match against the South East, two against the Midlands today and will play against the North in the T20 final on Friday. Well done Mo!   @exeterschooluk @somersetcricketofficial #exeterschoolsport #endeavour #schoolofgreatcharacter #exeterschool #cricket

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Congratulations to Jacob and Max (both U5) who proudly represented the Exeter Chiefs Academy U17s at the RFU Malvern festival last week. Well done on some outstanding performance with three wins out of three for @exeterchiefsacademy @exeterschooluk #exeterschoolsport #endeavour #schoolofgreatcharacter #exeterschool #rugby #chiefs

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Our U13 girls were crowned county champions yesterday. Well done girls! 🙌🏻🏆  #cricket #girlscricket #champions #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Great week for Millie (4F) who was involved in both county finals. Millie took 5 wickets in the U15 final! 🙌🏻 #cricket #girlscricket #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgrestcharacter

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A shout out to our @exeterschooluk swimmers ahead of an exciting summer of action!   James B, Evie H (M5) and Holly J (4F) will be racing at the Aquatic GB Next Gen Championships, an event described as a key end-of-season meet which provides a platform for the next generation of swimming talent to race against the best swimmers in their age group. Harry A (U5) will be competing at the Swim England National summer meet. We wish them the very best of luck.   #swimfast #swimming #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter

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The annual Staff XI vs 2nd XI fixture resulted in victory for the staff. Mr G scoring the winning runs in style! Great fun had by all @exeterschooluk #cricket #staffcricket #teamwork #schoolofgreatcharacter

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Open morning - Saturday 27 September 9.30-12.30pm

Come along to our biggest open morning of the year for a complete overview of our junior and senior schools.

Take part in fun activities, sampling experiences from lessons, hear from our staff and take a tour with those who know Exeter School best – our pupil ambassadors.

Click here to register your place