YOUR ESSENTIAL ROUND-UP FOR THE WEEK COMMENCING 22 September 2025
This Week’s Headlines:
What a lively and engaging week it has been here at St Teresa's! We have celebrated Languages Week in style, embracing the richness of global cultures and languages through a fantastic array of activities From themed meals to immersive daily language challenges there has been something to inspire every pupil
Thursday was especially lively with our MFL Week events, including a themed cake competition that showcased wonderful creativity, a British Sign Language taster session, and dynamic dance workshops in Salsa and Flamenco These activities not only enriched our understanding of language but also celebrated the cultures behind them A huge thank you to the MFL department for organising such a fantastic week!
Alongside these exciting celebrations, we ’ ve also hosted a range of important school events Well done to all Year 9 pupils who competed in the netball tournament on Monday, and to Year 11 on Wednesday’s netball tournament On Tuesday, our Year 10 pupils enjoyed a special breakfast in the Sixth Form, a great opportunity to connect and prepare for the future
We also hosted a valuable Parent Webinar on Online Safety on Wednesday, reinforcing our commitment to supporting our community in the digital world
Thursday marked our Sixth Form Open Evening, which was a fantastic opportunity to welcome prospective students and families and showcase our exciting new campus. We are incredibly proud of the enthusiasm and professionalism shown by our current Sixth Formers as they helped visitors explore the outstanding facilities and opportunities available.
Finally, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to FOST for organising the Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday. Your ongoing dedication and support make such a positive impact on our school community, and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
Monday 29.......................................National Poetry Day (Visting Poet for Years 7&8)
Wednesday 1 October.........................Mass for the Feast of St Teresa 14:30 - 15:30
Thursday 2 October...............Geko Theatre Company Workshop (Year 10 Dance)
Thursday 2 October...................Effingham Trust Pilgrimage to Arundel 9:00 - 15:00
Thursday 2 October........................Year 10 Academic PE Info Evening 17:00 - 17:30
Mr. Field
SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING
We were delighted to welcome so many families to our Open Evening in the Effingham Sixth Form. Our visitors enjoyed a tour of the new facilities including the new Science labs, purpose built gym and the new common room. Before hearing directly from our students in a lively panel discussion.
YEAR 7 ENRICHMENT
Year 7 have started their enrichment journey with a DIY session, learning home essentials such as hammering nails and replacing bulbs!
NSEA NEWS
National Championship Qualifiers
The St Teresa’s NSEA team were busy competing last weekend with some more fantastic results
Moreton Equestrian Centre, 20 September Showjumping
Harriet L and her pony Trevor came second in the 80cm class and won the 90cm class. Harriet is now qualified individually for the National Championships in October. She also came 6 in the 90 cm class on her second pony Tommy which qualifies them for the Plate Championships.
Felbridge Equestrian Centre, 21 September
Combined Training*
Claudia B, Rosie C, Lilly S and Olivia S won their Combined Training class, qualifying them for the National Championships.
*Grassroots Showjumping classes are for those starting out in their competitive career The courses are a little simpler and there are strict eligibility rules to keep the competition fun.
*Combined Training is where each team member has to ride a dressage test and then jump a round of show jumps. The results from both of these are then combined to produce the final score.
Grassroots Show Jumping*
Poppy E competed for the school for the first time on her pony Betty, she did a fantastic clear round in the 60cm class and had just 4 faults in the 70cm class
Dressage
The Dressage team consisting of Claudia B, Rosie C and Olivia S rode some beautiful tests to come third which meant they narrowly missed qualifying for the Championships (top 2 teams qualify) but still did amazingly well!
OCTOBER HALF TERM ACTIVITIES
Early Bird Discount expires on 30th September book now to enjoy 10% discount
Stretch yourself with Progress Clinics or have some seasonal fun with our Pumpkin Pony mornings/afternoons.
Scan the QR code for more details and to book
EXAM SCHEDULE CHANGE
We wanted to share that we have adapted the timing of our whole school exam week to align the three schools within the Effingham Trust and to reinforce that revision is completed over a sustained period of time.
The exam period for Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and Year 12 will run from: May 18 2026, to the 22 May 2026. th nd
The exam period for Year 10 will run from: May 18 2026, to June 3 2026. th rd
ELEVATE WEBINAR
We’re excited to announce that Elevate Education will be hosting a free webinar for parents on time management on September 30th Find out more HERE
MEDICAL NEWS
AUTUMN TERM 2025
Flu vaccinations will be offered to all pupils from Reception to Year 11 (date of birth range: 01/09/2009 – 31/08/2021) this Autumn Term in school by Surrey Immunisation Team
DATE: Monday 6 October 2025 th
Please visit www surreyimmunisations co uk and enter our school’s unique code:
Please complete the e-consent form by 30th September 2025
Please notify the Medical Team of any changes to medical information by completing the online form that was previously sent.
This Week
Bible Reading
A reading from the Book of Genesis
A reading from the Book of Genesis Then God said: “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. Let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, and the cattle, and over all the wild animals and all the creatures that crawl on the ground” God created man in his image; in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them God blessed them, saying: “Be fertile and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it. Have dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, and all the living things that move on the earth.” God looked at everything he had made, and he found it very good
Reflection
This week we reflect on the theme of Creation What a beautiful world we live in A world of variety, connectivity and colour Pope Francis wrote about how Creation was an action of Hope God has hope in the world and He has hope in us. Let us be people of Hope and seek to become good stewards over all that has been entrusted to us. Protecting creation, Pope Francis explains, "is not only an ethical issue, but one that is eminently theological, for it is the point where the mystery of man and the mystery of God intersect."
Prayer
All powerful God, you are present in the universe and in the smallest of your creatures. You embrace with your tenderness all that exists Pour out upon us the power of your love, that we may protect life and beauty. Fill us with your peace, that we may live as brothers and sisters, harming no one. Amen.
Let us protect Christ in our lives, so that we can protect others, so that we can protect creation!
Pope Francis
Soup Soup of the day
Soup of the day
Soup of the day Soup of the day Soup of the day
Main
Ham & Sweetcorn or Pepperoni Pizza Soup of the day
Vegetarian Margherita Pizza
Pasta Bar
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce
Texan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Pasta with Tomato & Basil or Bacon Carbonara Sauce
Roast of the week with Yorkshire
Pudding, Stuffing & Gravy Beef Massman Curry
Sides
Potato Wedges Sweetcorn Cesar Salad
Herby New Potatoes Broccoli
Autumn Vegetable
Bake with a Cheddar and Herb Crumb
Pasta with Tomato & Basil or Bolognaise Sauce
Skin on Roast Potatoes
Steamed Carrots
Creamy Quorn and Vegetable Panang Curry
Pasta with Tomato & Basil or Spicy Salmon and Prawn Sauce
Prawn Crackers
Steamed Rice Green Beans
Freshly Battered Fish or Fish Cake with Ketchup and Tartare Sauce
Cheese and Onion Frittata
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce
Skinny Chips
Garden Peas
Mushy Peas (Staff)
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Additional
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Dessert Shortbread Finger
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Cherry and Coconut Sponge with Custard
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Fresh Fruit Platter Rocky Road
Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Sticky Toffee
Pudding and Custard
