This week we mark World Poetry Day, a reminder that poetry is not merely a matter of rhyme and rhythm but, at its best, of a certain human truth. One of the risks of viewing poetry solely through the familiar lens of the Romantics is that it can appear to idealise life, polishing experience into something unnaturally smooth and harmonious.

Well – fully and properly – a very warm welcome back (or welcome!) to everyone in our community, with just over a week gone since the start of term.

Farewell to our long standing Director of Sport

A couple of short hours ago, the Year 8 boys returned still streaked with Devon mud, tired but buzzing, unloading their bags with the weary pride of the school’s veterans returning from a campaign. Mount Kelly - our well-established Year 8 residential destination - has once again worked its special, boggy magic! 

Though a short span, this week has brimmed with moments that remind us of what holds significance within a school’s daily life. Just within the walls of our Pilgrims’ Hall, two very different gatherings have unfolded - each speaking, in its own way, to the evolving story of learning and growing.