Sunday 19 June.......................Equestrian Open Day and Prize Giving Event 11:00 - 14:00
Hope you all had a great Values week! Thanks to everyone who took part in our big photo!
BOARDING NEWS
We have been celebrating the BSA #National Boarding Week this week which has been a blast!
The weekend was full of sunshine, laughter, and unforgettable memories for our boarders. On Saturday, they headed to Thorpe Lakes Aqua Park, where they bounced, slid, and splashed their way through a thrilling inflatable obstacle course. The sunny weather made the cool water even more inviting, and everyone enjoyed the perfect mix of adventure and fun
On Sunday, the relaxation continued with a visit to King George V Hall Park With plenty of space to unwind have fun on the playground or simply chat on a picnic blanket with d soak up more sunshine. brought smiles all around, but also helped eminder of how valuable shared
VALUES WEEK
This year ’ s Values Week has been a tremendous success, filled with creativity, enthusiasm, and a true celebration of our shared values The 2025 theme – Community – inspired a packed schedule of activities that brought plenty of excitement and enjoyment to the school.
The girls took part in a variety of events, including arts and crafts, competitions, breakeoke (our unique mix of break-time and karaoke), busking, The Year 7 Floreat Project and so much more The sunshine added to the lively atmosphere, making the week even more memorable
It was wonderful to see the girls enjoying themselves so wholeheartedly and embracing the spirit of community. Values Week remains a much-loved tradition, shining a spotlight on the positivity and talent within our school.
BRONZE DofE
“Last weekend, on the 14th of June, I set off with many other Year 9 girls doing their First DofE practice walk We met in the village of Cranleigh, at ten a m , and I was met with the sight of a kaleidoscope of colours with our massive bags, with everyone frantically stuffing snacks and sleeping bags into side pockets or struggling to lift these enormous weights onto their backs.
Once everyone had arrived, we were free to set off on our adventures, only to meet again if our paths crossed as we ventured through the Surrey Hills or if we successfully arrived at the camp site. And indeed, the camp site that evening was full of life, the smells and sounds of everyone cooking their dinners, whether as a group or individually, wafting through the air. Once we woke up on the morning of Sunday the 15th, we were in for a day of getting lost in forests and eating homemade lunches on the sides of muddy paths
Eventually, all the groups made it to the finish line in a secluded car park near Guildford, and we were safely transported back home by our parents with all our heavy equipment, as well as sore and tired bones.”
Written by Tamara B
T FEST
Another fantastic T Fest – St Teresa’s very own summer music festival! There was a brilliant mix of musical genres on display this year The Prep girls delighted us with family film favourites, and Cranmore’s wind band gave a truly impressive performance. The ice cream van was, as always, a popular treat, and it was lovely to see so many enjoying the music in the evening sunshine.
EVENSONG
We enjoyed a wonderful Evensong last night, welcoming members of the local community and our alumnae for a delicious afternoon tea and cakes, made by our Year 10s and Mrs Linaker. This was followed by a beautiful service in the Chapel. It was the perfect way to make the most of the sunny weather and share a special evening together.
SUMMER CAKES
Year 9 have been getting into the some delicious cupcakes in their Nutrition lessons this week. A re on a sweet note!
HIGHER EDUCATION
Students enjoyed an engaging Higher Education Day, beginning with a talk from the University of Surrey about the UCAS process and university life The session offered helpful advice on applications and what to expect beyond school.
Later, four former students returned to share their experiences since leaving St Teresa’s, speaking about university, career choices and working life Their stories offered valuable insight into the many opportunities that lie ahead.
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As part of Values Week, the Equestrian Centre hosted a ‘Pat-a-Pet’ session on Thursday lunchtime, which was organised by Mrs Sladen Not only were there horses to make a fuss of but Dr McShane’s two guinea pigs, Basil and Bert, had a star turn and provided stiff competition for the students’ attention.
Equestrian Lunch Club
STE is also delighted to be partnering with Mrs Sladen to provide an Equestrian Lunchtime Club for the rest of this term. We hope to be able to continue in the Autumn Term.
NSEA News
Register for the Autumn Term now!
Interested in riding or joining our Pony Clubs?
Join us on 29th June for a special 10th Anniversary Open Morning from 12pm-2pm Find out more about what we have to offer and register your interest for the Autumn Term before spaces fill up
Enjoy Anniversary cake, bubbles, tea and snacks as well as ridden displays and demonstrations. Please register your interest by sending an email to the address above
NSEA National Championships Qualifiers
Sunday 15 June at Felbridge Equestrian Centre th
The show jumping teams were out jumping at qualifiers for the NSEA National Championships in October
The 70cm team (Electra B, Florence B & Harriet L) came second as a team and Harriet L came third individually, which is a team and individual qualification for the Nationals.
The 80 cm team (Lottie B, Harriet L, Lilly S and Olivia S) rode an extremely challenging course and came 4th as a team and qualified for the Plate Championships.
The 90 cm team (Claudia B, Electra B, Chloe B and Antonia S) came second as a team qualifying them for the Nationals and Antonia S won the whole class individually, gaining herself an individual qualification too
‘A Bright and Brave future’
Calling all eager photographers!!
GSA’s Photography competition aims to find the best up and coming photographers in our schools today and to show the world through their lens
For this year ’ s competition generously sponsored by Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), we invite students with the opportunity to explore the the theme of a ‘Bright and Brave future’ for all girls
Visit the GSA website for further information, and details on how to get involved!
Competition rules
1 You may interpret the theme in any way you wish
2. Entries are free.
3 Submissions can be photos in any aspect ratio – portrait, landscape, panorama, square etc All entries should be one photo only If more than one photo is submitted per application, the first photo will be selected as the one to be judged.
4 You can use any camera or device to take a photo – including iPads, phones, cameras – anything that has a camera, you can use to take your photo.
5 Please include your name, age, year group, and school on your submission
6 Please include a title for your submission
7. Please include a caption for your photo that is no more than 50 words and starts ‘A Bright and Brave future’
8. Only one entry per pupil allowed.
9 There are three age categories: There are three age categories:
• KS2 – Years 3 to 6 – most people will be aged 7-11 years
• KS3 – Years 7 to 9 – most people will be aged 11-14 years
• KS4 & KSS – Years 10 to 13 (including Sixth Form) – most people will be aged 14-18 years
Happy snapping!
NOTICE FROM MEDICAL:
We are in Tick season so please be vigilant for ticks What is Lyme disease and why do we need to be tick-aware? – UK Health Security Agency
A reminder from the Nurses that if you have sent in any medication for your daughter to keep at school, please do collect it before the end of term as all left medication will be discarded over the summer break
WARM WEATHER NOTICE:
With the hot weather continuing, please ensure your daughter arrives at school with suncream already applied and brings a clearly labelled bottle of suncream to top up during the day. It’s also essential that all pupils bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day
Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe and comfortable in the heat.
BIO ART ATTACK COMPETITION
Over the next few weeks, the Biology Department will be supporting pupils who want to enter the national BioArtAttack Competitions. To enter you need to submit either: a) a drawing or painting of any endangered species with no labels, or b) a specimen drawing of any animal, plant or fungi with detailed biological labels. The Winners of each competition receive an experience day at the Royal Vet College plus either a prize bundle from DEFRA or a £50 cash prize. If you would like more information about either of the competitions, click on the link below and come to Lab 29 on Monday lunchtimes next half-term to get help with your entry.
The Lord created me when his purpose first unfolded, before the oldest of his works
From everlasting I was firmly set, from the beginning, before earth came into being
The deep was not, when I was born, there were no springs to gush with water
Before the mountains were settled, before the hills, I came to birth; before he made the earth, the countryside, or the first grains of the world’s dust.
When he fixed the heavens firm, I was there, when he drew a ring on the surface of the deep.
Reflection
Our value for this year across the Trust is Community. To be Unified, to live in unity with one another is so very important God of course is perfect Unity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit and we too bare the image of God. We were made for unity and find our happiness when we are unified one with another. Our Christian journey is therefore a journey towards Unity Unity to God and Unity to one another In a world that seems ever more fractured by war, let us be people of Unity Prayer
Lord Jesus, who prayed that we might all be one, we pray to you for the unity of Christians, according to your will, according to your means
May your Spirit enable us to experience the suffering caused by division, to see our sin and to hope beyond all hope Amen Amen.
"The ultimate test of your greatness is the way you treat every human being " ~ Pope John Paul II
