Category: Head’s Reflections
The Head’s reflections on the week
I am delighted to start the second half of term with some fantastic news about our pupils’ achievements! We have our first Scholarships of 2025: Elizabeth in 8A has been…
The Head’s reflections on the week
Our Wellbeing Week ties in with the national #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. Assemblies and activities across the school have been looking at these important topics. On Monday, Head of Wellbeing Mrs McKinnon announced…
The Head’s reflections on the week
We began this grey and windy week with a vibrant blast of drums and colour from our visiting Chinese Lion and Dragon Dancers! This marked the start of lessons across…
The Head’s reflections on the week
Last week’s Newsletter went live slightly later than normal, as the fantastic news that the U11 Girls had won the Pelican Cup arrived just as we were preparing to go…
The Head’s reflections on the week
It is sometimes easy to assume that parents know the routines of the school week that are so familiar to the children and staff. So, this week, I want to…
The Head’s reflections on the week
As I am sure you know by now, the growth mindset is at the heart of my vision for education and personal development. Whilst this is a concept you can…
The Head’s reflections on the week
I always think that the Reception and Year 1 Nativities mark the start of the festive season at St Christopher’s, and this year’s performances were a triumph! Events followed thick…
The Head’s reflections on the week
Healthy competition between the four Houses is at the heart of our school, whether it is on the track and field at Sports Day, in the weekly battle to raise…
The Head’s reflections on the week
I am always delighted to take my inspiration for these articles from the children themselves. The week started in a splendid manner with 5W giving yet another performance in front…
The Head’s reflections on the week
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month is one of the most momentous dates in world history, and one that Remembrance ensures we will not forget….