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...

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...

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...

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...

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...