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11 September 2026

This Week’s Headlines: It has been a busy and highly positive first full week of term, with pupils enthusiastically embracing the many opportunities on offer across school life. Classrooms have been full of energy and engagement as pupils have settled quickly into their routines, whilst our co-curricular programme has got off to a fantastic start. It has been wonderful to see so many pupils signing up for clubs, activities and enrichment opportunities, demonstrating curiosity, commitment and a willingness to tr y something new. This week also saw our individual school photographs taking place, creating another snapshot of the year ahead and capturing our pupils looking smart and proud in their uniforms. Beyond the classroom, we were delighted to enjoy the first educational trip of the academic year as our dance pupils travelled to London to see Cats. Experiences such as these are an important part of our wider curriculum, bringing learning to life and inspiring creativity and confidence. We look forward to our forthcoming Open Morning on Saturday 19 t h September. Mr Stuart Field- Headmaster

Monday 11 September ........................................Sixth Form NY Trip Information Event Thursday 17 September............................................................Girls Go Gold Sports Trip Saturday 19 September...............................................................St Teresa’s Open Morning Thursday 24 September............................................Effingham Sixth Form Open Evening

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BOARDING

It has been wonderful to welcome all of our boarders back for the start of the new term. The house has been full of energy, laughter and excitement as familiar faces returned and we welcomed new pupils into our boarding family. The weekend was dedicated to helping ever yone settle in and get to know one another. Activities included an exciting escape room challenge, shopping trips, and attending church together. We also enjoyed a fantastic team outing to Painshill Park, where pupils worked together to build dens, explored the beautiful grounds and discovered the impressive Cr ystal Grotto.

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We are also delighted to welcome Miss Ashley Carter and Miss Galbraith to the boarding team. They have already become a valued part of our boarding family, and we look forward to the positive impact they will have on our community throughout the year. It has also been lovely to see our Flexi Boarders returning. Flexi boarding continues to be a popular option, allowing pupils to enjoy the benefits of boarding, take part in evening activities, build friendships and feel part of our vibrant boarding community, while still maintaining flexibility for family life. It has been a fantastic start to the term and a wonderful opportunity for friendships, both old and new, to flourish. A great weekend, a great start, and an exciting year ahead for us all!

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DANCE TRIP

Our dance pupils enjoyed a fantastic evening this week as they travelled to London's iconic Regent's Park Open Air Theatre to see the acclaimed production of Cats. Set within the beautiful surroundings of Regent's Park, the open-air venue provided a truly unique and atmospheric backdrop for the performance. As the sun set and the stage came to life, pupils were immersed in an unforgettable theatrical experience. The production itself was spectacular, showcasing outstanding choreography, powerful performances and the much-loved music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. For our dancers, it was a wonderful opportunity to see professional performers in action, gaining inspiration and insight into the artistr y, technique and stor ytelling that make musical theatre so captivating. The combination of a stunning outdoor setting, a vibrant atmosphere and an exceptional performance made for a memorable first trip of the academic year, leaving our pupils inspired and excited for the year ahead.

St Teresa’s Senior School Advanced skills touch-typing club Thursdays 17 Sept – 27 Nov; 1:45 to 2:15 pm Typing’s Cool teaches touch typing to 40+ words per minute using correct fingers and posture. Typing proficiency significantly boosts school and exam attainment in today's digital world. Beginners, improvers and advanced typists are warmly welcome. We mix formal technique with the latest app games to make learning to type effective and fun. Flip skateboards, zap aliens and collect cool superhero rewards while learning an amazing skill to significantly enhance academic performance. 10% discount for Duke of Edinburgh participants as club attendance counts towards the Skill Component of the Award. We are DofE accredited assessors. Club fee: £146.00 per term. Save 25% by paying with childcare vouchers or tax-free childcare. Contact us for details.

Thur 17 Sept – 3 Dec 2026; 12:45- 1:15 pm Typing’s Cool teaches touch typing to 40+ words per minute with 95% accuracy, using correct fingers and posture. Typing proficiency significantly boosts school and exam attainment in today's digital world. Beginners, improvers and advanced typists are warmly welcome. We mix formal technique with the latest app games to make learning to type effective and fun. Flip flying skateboards, zap aliens and collect cool movie outfits while learning an amazing skill. Club fee: £132.00 per term. Save 25% by paying with childcare vouchers or tax-free childcare. Contact us for details. To book a place email: sarah.holt@typingscool.co.uk Prior to setting up Typing’s Cool, Sarah Holt worked as a teacher at Weston Green School and Nick Holt was a secondary Head of English. We are both passionate about helping all pupils fulfil their learning potential. Nick and Sarah Holt, Typing’s Cool Ltd, School House, St Joseph’s Primary School, Kingston KT1 2UP 07812 632238; sarah.holt@typingscool.co.uk; OFSTED reg no. EY473171; www.typingscool.co.uk

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Prep School News Dear Parents, It was delightful to catch up with some of you and see so many of you at our first event of the year with our ‘Meet the Teacher’ sessions in the Year 6 classrooms. We hope you came away with a real taste of the year to come and that if you missed it, you received the power point presentations yesterday on SchoolPost. If you have any further questions regarding the year ahead or your daughter’s learning, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our class teachers. It was with true delight that I embraced our first Prep Head Girl Team initiative (explained to me last week by Florence and Charlotte) - a wellbeing walk. So, despite the threatening (and actual rain), Charlotte at the lead and Florence taking up the rear, they led about half the year group on a wellbeing ‘walk’n’talk’ around the paths of the school grounds. The girls returned refreshed and many stated how much they had enjoyed the opportunity to walk and talk with each other. Our teaching staff (where possible) do this on a daily basis at lunch - part of what I believe makes them such an effective, well-balanced team! Well done, Florence and Charlotte. I am already working with other student leaders on other initiatives - watch this space. The girls all looked smart for individual, sibling and class photographs on Thursday morning. And at lunchtime, I held my first ‘knit and natter’ club - this half term we are making socks. If your daughter would like to join us, she simply needs to purchase some super chunky soft skiens of wool in her chosen colour and come along! Today, we attended Whole School House assembly and excitedly learned about the new opportunities for Prep girls to be involved in voting for the new house names, as well as events like Inter House Arts and Values Week with its many charitable events. As we head into the weekend, let’s all take the opportunity to stop what we’re doing and take a moment or create a moment of gratitude. "Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good." Maya Angelou Best wishes, Gareth Tindall

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GOLDEN BOOK

Well done to all of the girls in our Golden Books this week: 6MK Hollie G for making an excellent start to Year 6, demonstrating a positive attitude towards her learning and consistently putting in her best effort. Chioma N and Molly W for their amusingly written character descriptions of Miss Trunchbull focussing particularly on their use of figurative language. 6RG Ella C for her fantastic start to Year 6 at St Ts. She has approached everything with positivity and enthusiasm. Lily J for making an excellent start to Year 6, engaging fully in all tasks and contributing well. Ava B for her fantastic description of Miss Trunchbull using carefully chosen language and techniques including similes and personification.

DRAMA STARS Molly W and Ava B for their creative use of body language and facial expression.

SCIENCE STARS Scarlett S and Zoe G in 6MK and Ella C in 6RG for their determination to challenge themselves to understand hazard symbols.

Well done Girls!

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In Geography this week, Year 6 have been learning about significant lines of longitude and latitude. They then put their new-found knowledge into practise drawing these invisible location lines onto a 'balloon' globe.

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Autumn Term, 2026 Prep Key Diary Dates: Sat, 19th Sep

St Teresa’s Open Morning - Senior School

10:00 - 12:30

w/c 21st Sep

Languages Week

Whole Week

Mon, 28th Sep

Poet Visit in advance of National Poetry Day (Thurs, 1st Oct)

All day

Tues, 6th Oct

St. Francis Pet Blessing

08:30 - 08:55

Tues, 13th Oct

Parents Evening - Online

16:30 - 19:00

Weds, 14th Oct

Parents Evening - In person

16:30 - 19:00

Fri, 16th Oct

Harvest Celebration

14:30 - 15:30

Thurs, 12th Nov

Senior Experience Day

09:00 - 13:00

Sat, 21st Nov

FOST Christmas Fair

13:00 - 16:00

w/c 23rd Nov

Maths Week

Whole Week

Mon, 7th Dec

Carols By Candlelight

17:30 - 18:30

Weds, 9th Dec

Poka Theatre Trip - Peter Pan

12:15 - 17:30 (TBC)

TBC

Santa Run

TBC

Fri, 11th Dec

Term Ends

15:45

St Teresa’s Prep Absence Form If your daughter is going to be absent from school either on the day for an unplanned occasion or for a planned absence, please complete the form found at the link below. For planned absences please complete the form a week in advance: St Teresa's Prep School Absence Notification and Evidence Form – Fill out form If you have any questions please email prepinfo@st-teresas.com

St Teresa’s SchoolPost Communication System Go to: https://stteresas.schoolpost.co.uk

Tennis Pre Season Training

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NSEA News Hurstpierpoint College Showjumping Championships Junior Team The junior team comprising of Florence B, Harriet L, Ivy M and Olivia S, with an amazing team effort, came third in the preliminary rounds which took them through to the finals where they then finished 4th. Olivia S was also 9th overall individually. These are amazing results; this competition draws some of the country's top young riders and coming fourth against such teams is a huge achievement. Seniors Amber B and Rosie C rode as individuals in the senior section. They both rode absolutely brilliant clear preliminary rounds to both go through to the finals in the International arena. Rosie rode another amazing clear round with just a couple of time faults, and Amber had an unlucky pole down and although not placed, we were all so very proud of what they both had achieved.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Also, welcoming to the St Teresa’s Equestrian team our new administrator Arabella Warne. Please feel free to reach out to her regarding any questions.

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MENU Week 3

Monday

Soup

Soup of the day

Main

Smokey Chorizo Macaroni Cheese with Crispy Onions

Tuesday

Wednesday

Soup of the day

Thursday

Friday

Soup of the day

Hunters Chicken

Braised Beef Cottage Pie with Cheddar and Parsley Mash

Korean Pork Bulgogi

Freshly Battered Fish or Breaded Fish Fillet with Ketchup and Tartare Sauce

Vegetarian

Traditionally Baked Macaroni Cheese

Texan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Greek-style Panko Crumb Moussaka with a Grainy Cous Cous

Spicy Singapore Noodles

Plant Friendly Homemade Cheeseburger

Pasta Bar

Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce

Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce or Seafood Linguine

Pasta with Tomato & Basil or Bacon Carbonara Sauce

Pasta with Tomato & Basil or Bolognaise Sauce

Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce

Sides

Steamed New Potatoes Broccoli

Herby New Potatoes Broccoli

Vichy Carrots Roasted Roots

Egg Fried Rice Asian Green Stir Fry

Chunky Chips Garden Peas

Additional

Jacket Potato & Baked Beans Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar

Dessert

Chocolate Brownie

Frosted Carrot Cake

Mixed Berry Crumble and Custard

Steamed Syrup Sponge and Sauce

Biscuit Tin Rocky Road

Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher