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Junior Reflections

Junior Reflections Week 14 2024

Week 14

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.

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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Well done to our senior pupil leaders for engaging so brilliantly at last weeks annual Heads of School Conference 👏

Thank you to Wells Cathedral School for hosting such a great event, as always! 💙

#ExeterSchool #PupilLeadership #HeadsOfSchool #IndependentSchool #DevonSchools #SixthForm

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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
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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