THE QUAINTON HERALD Issue 103 – 12th November 2021
HEADMASTER'S MESSAGE Dear Parents, The highlight of the week was a further performance by our Bollywood Clubs. As well as for the sparkling performance we were treated to by the children, the reason for it being such a highlight was due to the fact that it was the first time, since the Covid pandemic struck, that we have been able to invite an audience of parents into school. It was so lovely to see the back rows full of parents again and it certainly meant a lot to the children performing to have their parents and carers present. I am always very appreciative of the commitment that parents show by supporting these events so a big thank you! Next week we have two musical concerts from the children in Years 3 to 6 to which parents are warmly invited. Please do refer to Mr Jones’ and Mr Haswell’s previous communication and be sure to book your tickets via the link provided. The children have now completed their November exams and deserve a well-earned break this weekend. The staff will start to go through the papers once all the children who missed exams due to absenteeism have completed their papers next week. It is important to emphasise to your child that it is better to learn from their experience rather than ‘brew’ over a result that may not have gone quite as expected. I know the children have all given of their best and they should be proud of their efforts. The school gathered together on Thursday to remember all those who have given their lives to protect our country. The ceremony started with our trumpeters; I must congratulate Anthony W (Yr 3) and Adam M (Yr 5) for their outstanding playing of ‘The Last Post’. It was certainly beautifully and provided a poignant moment for reflection. Fr Mike read out the names of all Quainton Hall ‘old boys’ who lost their lives in the Second World War and we observed two minutes’ silence whilst the firing cannons could be heard on top of the hill at Harrow School.
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