Sunshine & Success: Celebration Assembly Highlights

A special outdoor celebration assembly took place this week as pupils and staff gathered in the sunshine on the school quad. Under clear skies and warm spring weather, the school community came together to reflect on the historical importance of VE Day, recognising the sacrifices made by those during the Second World War and the lasting impact of peace. The assembly provided a meaningful moment for pupils to consider values such as courage, resilience, and unity. Following this, the atmosphere turned to one of celebration, as we recognised the remarkable efforts, progress, and achievements of pupils across all year groups. From academic success and creative expression to acts of kindness and fundraising initiatives, it was a joyful occasion highlighting the many ways our pupils shine.

Pre-Prep Awards

• Mia – Reception
  For trying hard to follow instructions from adults around school.

• Mary – 1C
  For trying very hard to work with more focus and independence and for making lovely progress with her reading.

• All of Year 2 – 2F
  For showing wonderful courage, teamwork, and kindness on our residential trip.

• Molly – 2F
  For writing a super colour poem.

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Commendation Awards

• Olivia and Nell – 3A
  For excellent focus and hard work in maths this week, especially tackling the challenging topic of time.

• Akshay and Tiegan – 3A
  For always listening well and trying their best in all lessons.

• All of Year 6 – 6HM
  For outstanding engagement in our PSHE lesson on prejudice and discrimination. The class showed maturity and a strong sense of justice.

• Zara – 6HM
  For creating an excellent video project about Sir Isaac Newton.

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Headmaster’s Awards

• Charlie – 3A
  For showing excellent focus, independence, and dedication in his history work this week, going above and beyond to complete it.

• Monty – 4R & Flo – 6HM
  For raising £550 for Coventry Hospital’s ITU unit. Monty planned a 12-mile charity walk near Stratford-upon-Avon, and Flo joined him on the route. A wonderful example of compassion and community spirit.

• Jackson – 6HM
  For completing the Great Birmingham Junior Run while wearing his chorister cassock to raise funds for the Cathedral’s music department.

• Leo – 6HM
  For constructing an incredible 3D model of Mount Everest.

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Times Tables Awards

Silver Award – Year 6
Flo, George, Oscar, Charles, Arlo, Tilly, Emily, Madie, Georgia

Well done to all our pupils, we look forward to seeing even more wonderful achievements as the term continues!