Headmaster's Blog
- Published on 17/11/23 by Natalie Hunt
The Power of Words
Public figures and celebrities do not unfortunately always set the best example through what they say or write, seemingly giving inadequate thought to the consequences. I will not comment on the political scene, apart from bemoaning the apparent global lack of principled, inspiring and sensitive rol...Read More - Published on 10/11/23 by Natalie Hunt
Enjoying a dynamic learning community
I meet with lots of pupils at this time of year, and they never cease to amaze and amuse me! I have just started my round of Prep and Year 7 visits, so that I can begin to get to know our younger pupils as they embark on their LGS journey. It is also their opportunity to ask me any questions they...Read More - Published on 03/11/23 by Natalie Hunt
Reactions and responses in troubled times
I spoke to pupils in Monday’s assembly about the horrific events in the Middle East, and we prayed for all those who are suffering in this awful conflict. I am far from being an expert on the complex history of the area, but I sought to illustrate – through maps – some of the ba...Read More - Published on 13/10/23 by Katie Wood
Team LGS
I can’t help thinking of lockdown whenever anyone mentions Teams! It was such a bonus during that period – and we are, of course, still using it – but I believe that the best and most rewarding teamwork and team building occur in-person.Read More - Published on 06/10/23 by Natalie Hunt
Journeying with ready hope
I have been away for three days this week at my annual HMC Heads’ conference, this year in Stratford-upon-Avon. It is always useful training for me, and it also enables me to reflect with others and to consider priorities and developments both in education at large and in our Trust of schools...Read More - Published on 29/09/23 by Natalie Hunt
Thanks for the memories
I have just got home from a very positive Year 12 ‘Meet the Tutor’ evening, and it has been a delight to hear how both ‘old’ LGS and our 25 newcomers are settling to life in the Sixth Form. They are enjoying being taught in smaller groups, treated increasingly like young adul...Read More - Published on 22/09/23 by Natalie Hunt
World-changers
I am always delighted to see pupils taking the initiative, respectfully voicing their opinions and sharing their beliefs, and joining groups which enrich the lives of others, both in school and in the wider community. Miss Young (Deputy Head Pastoral) will shortly be launching this year’s s...Read More - Published on 15/09/23 by Natalie Hunt
In praise of creativity
It has been great to see school in full swing again, with lots of smiling faces and a buzz of purposeful activity. If you have a child who is new to the school, I hope they are already beginning to feel a part of our vibrant community. I have just returned home from our A-level and GCSE Art and D...Read More - Published on 30/06/23 by Natalie Hunt
Broadening horizons
If you have been following our Twitter feed, you will know that pupils from all age-groups have been enjoying a variety of exciting educational experiences during Activities Week: Prep, having already benefited from lots of trips this year, have followed a varied programme in school, culminating...Read More - Published on 16/06/23 by Natalie Hunt
Going places
Thank you to all those who came to our annual Parent Forum on Wednesday: an opportunity for you to hear about developments in school and for us to listen to some of your questions. We were able to give feedback from our consultations on homework and reporting, and to outline the many ways in whic...Read More - Published on 09/06/23 by Natalie Hunt
Artificially helpful
The creative juices are not always flowing as freely as I would like when I sit down to write my weekly blog, but perhaps ChatGPT, Bard or one of their friends will in future be able to rescue me! (And for the avoidance of doubt, this blog is my own.) AI is a very hot topic currently, with many s...Read More - Published on 26/05/23 by Natalie Hunt
Happily and healthily busy
I am always delighted to see our pupils happily engaged in school life and making the most of their opportunities. This week, they have made ample use of our fields for cricket and athletics in the sunshine; many from Years 7 & 8 acted as enthusiastic guides for our Summer Open Evening; Year 12...Read More