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Junior Reflections

Junior Reflections Week 17 2024

Dear parents,

January is coming to a close, and it does feel like the mornings are getting a little bit lighter, and spring is trying to make an appearance, hooray!Β  In my Monday assembly, we talked about rules and why we need them at home, in school, and in society. As always, the pupils came up with mature and sensible answers as to why we have rules but also the consequences of breaking the rules. We talked about having a kind school where we are respectful to each other, kind, and show integrity… a school of great character, embracing everyone’s differences and accepting each other’s views even if they are different from our own. I often say how boring a school would be if we were all the same and how chaotic it would be if we didn’t have a routine.

Comets club

This week, we were delighted to welcome Jasmine from Lower Sixth to our comets club, where she led us on a captivating exploration titled ‘A Journey Through Theatre.’ Jasmine recounted her journey, starting from her initiation into drama in the junior school as a Form One pupil all the way to her recent participation in the senior school production of “A Midsummer’s Night Dream.” Hearing about Jasmine’s accomplishments at the National Youth Theatre and her passion for performing was truly captivating. During the session, Jasmine spoke to our Upper Two pupils about the power of drama, highlighting how it can boost confidence, foster friendships, and promote teamwork. The atmosphere was filled with joy and laughter as Jasmine engaged the group in several dynamic drama games. It was an incredibly inspiring Comets session, and we thank Jasmine for her time and for sharing her insights.

Sports

The U11 football team had a fantastic day at the EFL Cup local finals. They came top of their pool to progress to the knockout stages, where they went on to win the semi final on a nail-biting penalty shootout. In a very closely fought match, the boys narrowly lost out in the final by one goal. Mr Dutch was hugely impressed with their performances throughout the day, and they should be proud of themselves. Well done to all involved. Our U10 girls had a very successful afternoon of football on Tuesday, winning all three of their matches, and then on Thursday, the U8 and U9 girls walked to Maynard for a netball match. All the girls played brilliantly, passing with increasing accuracy and scoring lots of goals. Well done, girls.

Looking ahead – summer events

A reminder to make a note of the Exeter School Family Society summer fayre, which will be on Saturday 15 June. The family society committee is working hard on organising a great event on this day, and we hope that the school community will support them with gusto. There will be opportunities for business owners to have a stall and connect with the school community, so please do get in touch if this might be of interest to you. We are very grateful to Mrs Ruth Hughes, who is the chair of the committee and is investing huge energy and commitment into the cause. We much appreciate it.

Coffee morning

It was lovely to see so many of you at the upper school coffee morning on Thursday, which was an opportunity to catch up, have a coffee and pastry, and I am looking forward to the turn of the lower school next Wednesday; not a bad job, eating croissants and drinking coffee to start my day!

Have a wonderful weekend.

Playground people of the week

Lucy F1H

Niyati F1H

Evie L2B

U10 girls Football

On Tuesday, the U10 girls welcomed St Leonards for an afternoon of Football on the astro pitches. All the U10 girls were involved and played in some excellent matches. The Exeter girls displayed high levels of skill and teamwork and scored some excellent goals!

U11 EFL Cup- local area finals

The U11 football team took part in the EFL Cup local area finals on Thursday, after progressing from the first round in November. Exeter came top of the group of 8 teams and progressed to the knock-out stages. They won their quarter-final, won the semi-final on penalties and then narrowly lost the final 1-0. The team had a great day out and displayed some incredible football skills, and can be proud of making it to the final!

Junior School News

Junior Sport News

Look at Barnaby go! β›· Over the past week, Barnaby (3F) has been competing at @thebritishskiacademy InterSchools Ski Challenge in Switzerland; coming 5th in the U14 slalom and 8th in the giant slalom! We're very proud of his achievements! 🀩 #slalomski #britishskiacademy #interschoolsskichallenge #wintersports #snowsports

Look at Barnaby go! β›· Over the past week, Barnaby (3F) has been competing at @thebritishskiacademy InterSchools Ski Challenge in Switzerland; coming 5th in the U14 slalom and 8th in the giant slalom! We`re very proud of his achievements! 🀩 #slalomski #britishskiacademy #interschoolsskichallenge #wintersports #snowsports ...

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West of England runners up πŸ™ŒπŸ». The U12s played their best hockey of the season to finish as runners up today. Runners up in the group, a brilliant semi final win against Blundell’s before a nerve racking final against hosts @millfieldschool which finished in shuffles. They should be very proud of their efforts today.   @exeterschooluk @devonhockeyassociation @englandhockey #westfinals #hockey #exeterschoolsport #exeterschool

West of England runners up πŸ™ŒπŸ». The U12s played their best hockey of the season to finish as runners up today. Runners up in the group, a brilliant semi final win against Blundell’s before a nerve racking final against hosts @millfieldschool which finished in shuffles. They should be very proud of their efforts today.

@exeterschooluk @devonhockeyassociation @englandhockey #westfinals #hockey #exeterschoolsport #exeterschool
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πŸ“£ We are looking to appoint a part-time, fixed term teacher of mathematics for September 2025.  πŸŽ“ Applicants will hold a degree-level qualification relevant to the subject area and suitable teaching qualifications and we are encouraging enthusiastic mathematics graduates to apply to join our school of great character!  You can find out more information and apply using the link in our bio πŸ‘†

πŸ“£ We are looking to appoint a part-time, fixed term teacher of mathematics for September 2025.

πŸŽ“ Applicants will hold a degree-level qualification relevant to the subject area and suitable teaching qualifications and we are encouraging enthusiastic mathematics graduates to apply to join our school of great character!

You can find out more information and apply using the link in our bio πŸ‘†
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Are you an enthusiastic, well-qualified chemistry graduate? We are looking to appoint a part time, fixed term teacher from September 2025 πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬  This position would be equally suited to either a newly qualified or a more experienced applicant.  Check out our links in our bio πŸ‘†

Are you an enthusiastic, well-qualified chemistry graduate? We are looking to appoint a part time, fixed term teacher from September 2025 πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬

This position would be equally suited to either a newly qualified or a more experienced applicant.

Check out our links in our bio πŸ‘†
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In the first instalment of #womenwednesday, in honour of #womenshistorymonth, Louise Simpson speaks about International Women's Day, the importance of campaigning for all girls across the world to receive an education, and how charities such as @plan_uk are helping girls reach their full potentials. πŸ‘§πŸŽ“  You can read more about the topic in her latest blog (link in bio)  #internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #equality #girlseducationmatters

In the first instalment of #womenwednesday, in honour of #womenshistorymonth, Louise Simpson speaks about International Women`s Day, the importance of campaigning for all girls across the world to receive an education, and how charities such as @plan_uk are helping girls reach their full potentials. πŸ‘§πŸŽ“

You can read more about the topic in her latest blog (link in bio)

#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #equality #girlseducationmatters
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West of England runners up πŸ™ŒπŸ». The U12s played their best hockey of the season to finish as runners up today. Runners up in the group, a brilliant semi final win against Blundell’s before a nerve racking final against hosts @millfieldschool which finished in shuffles. They should be very proud of their efforts today.   @exeterschooluk @devonhockeyassociation @englandhockey #westfinals #hockey #exeterschoolsport #exeterschool

West of England runners up πŸ™ŒπŸ». The U12s played their best hockey of the season to finish as runners up today. Runners up in the group, a brilliant semi final win against Blundell’s before a nerve racking final against hosts @millfieldschool which finished in shuffles. They should be very proud of their efforts today.

@exeterschooluk @devonhockeyassociation @englandhockey #westfinals #hockey #exeterschoolsport #exeterschool
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Well done to 1st XV player Joe (U6) who received his cap for South West U18 Rugby following his performance against the North & Midlands U18s earlier this term. @exeterschooluk #exeterschoolsport #rugby

Well done to 1st XV player Joe (U6) who received his cap for South West U18 Rugby following his performance against the North & Midlands U18s earlier this term. @exeterschooluk #exeterschoolsport #rugby ...

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Brilliant effort from this group of boys today. A memorable day of hockey finishing 3rd at the west finals. Thank you @millfieldschool for hosting. #exeterschoolsport #hockey #westfinals #aspire

Brilliant effort from this group of boys today. A memorable day of hockey finishing 3rd at the west finals. Thank you @millfieldschool for hosting. #exeterschoolsport #hockey #westfinals #aspire ...

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Great day of Rugby 7s for the U16s who finished runners up at the Devon 7s. Some tired bodies tonight. Thank you @westbucklandsport for hosting. @devonrfu @exeterschooluk #rugby7s #rugby #exeterschool #exeterschoolsport #teamwork

Great day of Rugby 7s for the U16s who finished runners up at the Devon 7s. Some tired bodies tonight. Thank you @westbucklandsport for hosting. @devonrfu @exeterschooluk #rugby7s #rugby #exeterschool #exeterschoolsport #teamwork ...

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Before the HT break the U14 hockey team represented the school (and Devon) at the west finals. They were competitive throughout the day and made superb progress. Well done boys! @exeterschooluk #hockey  #west #devon #teamwork #aspire

Before the HT break the U14 hockey team represented the school (and Devon) at the west finals. They were competitive throughout the day and made superb progress. Well done boys! @exeterschooluk #hockey #west #devon #teamwork #aspire ...

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Well done to Nell (U19) and Eva (Junior PDP) who both represented @teambathnetball_ this weekend against Manchester Thunder @exeterschooluk #netball #exeterschool #exeterschoolsport #aspire

Well done to Nell (U19) and Eva (Junior PDP) who both represented @teambathnetball_ this weekend against Manchester Thunder @exeterschooluk #netball #exeterschool #exeterschoolsport #aspire ...

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