Leweston Life Summer 2018

LIFE Summer 2018

LEWESTON DofE TEAM VISIT THE PALACE!

EQUESTRIAN TEAM BECOME NATIONAL CHAMPIONS AT HICKSTEAD

Over 3000 young people were presented with their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award certificates at Buckingham Palace in June.

Five of the Leweston team were lucky enough to be invited to the memorable event and were given their certificates by the Earl of Wessex, with Prince William, Princess Eugenie and celebrity guests also present.

Leweston’s Equestrian Team competed in the NSEA Hickstead Arena Eventing Championships in May. Three teams and three Individuals were qualified in the 70cm, 80cm, 90cm and 1m classes over the ever challenging combined Show Jumping and Cross Country course, designed to test bold and re-active riding.

ROYAL NAVAL PRESENTATION TEAM VISIT LEWESTON

Leweston would like to thank the Royal Navy Presentation Team who visited the School to give a fascinating lecture.

The team talked about the role the Royal Navy plays in the UK’s defence and humanitarian activities as well as its history, organisation and future.

The visit was useful for pupils looking at the Navy as a possible career path but also a fantastic learning experience. Thank you to the Team and to everyone who visited.

Leweston has had an incredibly successful equestrian year with two National Championships: Team Dressage and Team Arena Eventing and one National County Dressage Champion as well as winning the NSEA Regional Points League for the second year running.

We were delighted to Announce this term that Ofsted has awarded our EYFS provision ‘outstanding’ in every category.

You’ll find all the latest news at www.leweston.co.uk

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“I’ve been boarding for 3 years and I just love the activities that are organised to bring us all together like a family”

YEAR 9 & 10 BOARDERS’ SUPPER Mrs Reynolds hosted the Boarders Supper at Gardens House this term.

“Boarding is great because I love the social aspect, where we go on weekend trips and spend lots of time with friends”

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SUPERB JUNIOR MATHS CHALLENGE RESULTS

Congratulations to Florence K who won Best in School, Best in Year and a Gold Certificate. Also to Isabel B who was awarded with a Bronze Certificate and Serena M for her Best in Year Certificate.

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FANTASTIC INTERMEDIATE BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD RESULTS

The national competition is sat by nearly 7000 Year 12 biologists around the country. Congratulations to Isabella A who was Highly Commended for being in the Top 50%, Jessica V who won a Bronze Award and Marta B a Silver Award.

OUTSTANDING LEITHS RESULTS Congratulations to the Upper Sixth pupils who completed their five term Leiths Introductory Certificate in Food and Wine. All students passed the course with the majority achieving a distinction or merit.

Lucy EB was awarded the Leiths prize.

SUCCESS IN THE YOUNG WRITER AWARDS

Congratulations to Maria C and Isabel B who were presented with their certificates from the Rotary Club for the Young Writer Awards.

LEWESTON PUPILS REPRESENT THE REGION AT BRITISH YOUTH FENCING

Congratulations to Lottie T, Elektra C and Vivien T who represented the Region at the British Youth Fencing Championship’s in Sheffield, in the Epee competition. It was a successful weekend for everyone.

VICTORY AT THE DRAGON BOAT RACE

Leweston’s team of 17 pupils (16 paddlers and 1 drummer) had a fantastic morning at the Sherborne Country Fair, coming home with four wins under their belt. They also achieved their best time of 1 minute 7 seconds, winning the Youth Competition.

YEAR 7 WIN AT THE SAILING REGATTA

Six Year 7 pupils competed at the Dorset Secondary School Games Sailing Regatta. They were presented with their Gold medals

by Niki Birrell, British Paralympic Sailor.

European Biathle And Traithle Success

6 Leweston pupils represented Great Britain at the European Biathle & Triathle in Weiden Germany in July. Evanna B finished 9th and achieved one of the fastest shoots of the day. Ginny B came 4th as part of the GB gold medal team. In the final Darcy D had a great race taking Silver, Vivien T came 10th, and both were part of the GB Silver medal team. Mimi L had a tough race with a very high standard of competition and finished 9th. This is a great achievement both for the pupils and the School’s Pentathlon Programme to have so many pupils representing Great Britain!

ST ANTONY’S CELEBRATIONS

Leweston pupils and staff had a fun afternoon of House competitions in the annual St Antony’s celebrations.

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GCSE AND A LEVEL ART AND DESIGN EXHIBITION

The Exhibition showcases the culmination of pupils work from Fine Art and Textile Design from GCSE, AS and A level. (Videos of their work can be found on our website.)

YOUNG MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Jessamy B, Year 10, winner of the Sherborne Douzelage Musician of the Year competition.

SPORTS DAY

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SWIMMING GALA 2018

Our Pre Prep and Prep Swimming Gala was held before half term and everyone swam fantastically!

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EGYPT IN A DAY

Following a fascinating trip to The Tutankhamun Exhibition, pupils felt inspired by Egytian traditions and lifestyle. They came into school dressed in Egyptian clothing, and followed a series of urgent notices from the Pharoahs.

PUBLIC SPEAKING EXAMS

BRAESIDE

Years 4, 5 and 6 collected their Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards for their efforts in the public speaking exams.

YEAR 3 CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION

A full scale investigation was called for in Year 3’s classroom following a crime that was committed overnight. Pupils were tasked with identifying the suspects and catching the criminal. The investigation resulted in a very guilty Head of Prep being apprehended after lunch!

Year 5 and 6 enjoyed their annual residential at Braeside. This term, Pupils got involved in team building and leadership activities such as ‘Life Line’, ‘Pipe Game’, orienteering and many more.

ROYAL WEDDING CELEBRATIONS Pupils had a fabulous time celebrating the royal wedding in their walled garden. The afternoon was spent enjoying tasty food and lots of fun outdoor activities!

CATHOLIC

RETREAT We shared two fantastic Catholic Retreats with Year 5 classes from St Gildas’, Yeovil and St Catherine’s, Bridport this term.

The children played rounders, visited Trinity Chapel and carried out a walk of thanks around the School grounds.

PIRATE PARTY

We welcomed our new School starters to our pirate themed Reception Party this term. The children were introduced to the classroom and teachers whilst getting involved in pirate themed activities and face painting.

OA’s ADDRESS PUPILS, STAFF, FRIENDS AND FAMILY ON SPEECH DAY

We were delighted to welcome back Old Antonian, Anuschka Schofield, to speak at the Prep Speech Day about her career as a Natural History Producer/Director. The children were inspired and there are already some heading for a career in Natural History when they are older!

We also had the pleasure of welcoming back Old Antonian, Surg Lt Cdr Philippa Bennett RN, who gave a talk about her Naval and Medical career to date. Philippa’s talk was inspiring and influential and can be read in full on the School website.

YEAR 11 CELEBRATION DAY Year 11 pupils leapt into the swimming pool to celebrate the end of their exams. They then enjoyed a BBQ in the glorious sunshine and a game of rounders. Everyone in the year group has worked so hard over the exam period and deserved a fun celebration day.

FAREWELL TO YEAR 13

Speech Day was a great way to celebrate the School year and our fantastic Year 13 Leavers who will be truly missed. The Year 13 prefects laid down their robes ready for Year 12 to pick up the mantle and our Head Girl, Clemmie, gave a heart-warming speech reminiscing on her time at Leweston. Year 13 also enjoyed a fantastic ‘Moulin Rouge’ Leavers Ball with delicious food, fantastic entertainment, fireworks, and a disco.

We wish all our leavers the best with their next adventure and look forward to hearing updates on all of their achievements.

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