NOTES FROM Stonyhurst
From the Senior Deputy Head
Dear Stonyhurst Families
Pupil Voice is so important to our community. I have been delighted by the efficacy of the Pupil Council and how their careful thoughtfulness affects real change within the school community. Examples of changes recently implemented include extended use of the Historic Libraries, changes to the social event calendar and changes to catering provision. Every governors' meeting.
Campion Day is on Monday and we are very excited to have a day at the beginning of December to pause and reflect on St Edmund Campion and to begin the season of Advent. The day will be one of spiritual retreat. It will begin with Mass and it will end with the famous Lip Sync battle.
Figures Parents' Weekend is the final weekend of term and we cannot wait to welcome many of the families of our youngest pupils.
We are greatly looking forward to the Christmas festivities and hope many of our families will be able to come to the Carol Service at the end of term.
With very best wishes
Festive STEAM In Action
Pupils have spent the day designing, laser-cutting and hand-finishing their own Christmas baubles, ready to sell at Monday’s Rhetoric Fair in support of Jesuit Missions.
They’re limited-edition and we don’t think they’ll be around for long!
Stonyhurst Christmas Cards
The Stonyhurst Christmas Cards are now available.
This year’s design is, Frontispiece Floriated Ornament, by Augustus Welby Pugin, printed in London in 1849. This first edition is part of the architectural section of the Bay Library, Stonyhurst College, a research centre for the Stonyhurst Philosophers. These were undergraduates who studied at Stonyhurst and took their degrees through the University of London between the years of 1840 and 1916.
Cards are in packs of 10 and cost £7.50 plus postage, and can be purchased here.
Stonyhurst Next Innings –
Fundraising
for the Stonyhurst Cricket Pavilion
The Stonyhurst Cricket Pavilion has been a beacon on the Stonyhurst Estate for over 130 years. It is the focal point for key events; it stands up to the incoming snow from Pendle Hill and provides welcome shelter against the Ribble Valley weather. It continues to play a part in key Stonyhurst moments for pupils, OS and staff.
After generations of cricketers using the Pavilion, suffering the piercing grip of boot spikes, and standing strong against the Ribble Valley weather, we were planning to refurbish the Pavilion. However, last summer, the need became more urgent as it suffered two arson attacks – seeing smoke coming out of its beautiful windows was heart wrenching to say the least. It is thanks to the quick action of the Lancashire Fire Brigade that the building was saved and that we can restore it to its former glory for future generations of cricketers to walk those steps and take to the field.
If you would like to support this fundraising initiative, we would be most grateful. Please contact the Development Office or visit our web page here.
Stonyhurst Sport
"Sport at Stonyhurst continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of our students, coaches, and parents. Thank you for your ongoing support! - QJP"
Hockey Match Report
Stonyhurst U14 v Bolton
A huge well done to our U14 team on their impressive 8–0 victory against Bolton on Tuesday! It was fantastic to see so many girls representing the school, with 18 players from both the A and B squads contributing to the performance. We now look ahead to a huge cup fixture against GSAL this Friday at 11:30.
Stonyhurst Senior 1 Team v Sedbergh st
A huge well done to our Senior 1st Team on their fantastic 3–1 victory against Sedbergh on Wednesday. Great passing, clinical in the circle, and a brilliant display of resilience and bounceback spirit.
So proud of this team!
Hockey Match Report
A huge well done to our Second Team hockey squad for their performance against Sedbergh yesterday! Their teamwork and determination continue to grow each week as they gel more and more as a unit. Tough, freezing conditions, but they battled brilliantly.
Stonyhurst 2 Team v Sedbergh nd
Rugby Match Report
On Tuesday it was an excellent afternoon of rugby for our Lower Line teams as both year groups were involved in cup rugby. Our U15 boys picked up a good win against Burnley HS, whilst the highlight has to be our U14 boys progressing to the semi finals of the Lancashire Cup with a 2212 home win against Kirkham Grammar School. Well done to all the boys involved in these fixtures – QJP
Netball Match Report
Huge congratulations to our current Grammarians Emily and Ava who have been selected for the Leeds Rhinos U16 PDP (Player Development Pathway)! A fantastic achievement and an exciting step forward in their netball journey. Well done girls!
Fencing Match Report
Huge congratulations to our very own Poet, Scott, who brought home two silver medals at this month’s North West Junior Fencing Championships!
Competing in both Epee and Sabre, Scott battled his way into the finals of each event an incredible achievement that showcases his skill, dedication, and determination.
We’re so proud of you, Scott!
Here’s to many more victories ahead.
Upcoming Fixtures
Date | Wednesday 10 December th Time | 7pm
Venue | Stonyhurst College
Click here to book your tickets
Monday 15 December - Wednesday 17 December th th
Week Ahead Calendar
Monday 01 December st
The below does not include the sporting fixtures for this week. Please see the Upcoming Fixtures pages for this information Campion Day Campion Day Mass Line Competition: Lip Sync Battle All Day
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Tuesday 02 December nd 19.00 - 21.00 19 10
Lower Grammar and Grammar Christmas Social SMH Boarders’ Night Prayers, SMH Chapel
Wednesday 03 December rd 17.00 - 18.00
Thursday 04 December th
Jesuit Refugee Service Fundraising Drive
19.00 - 21.00 19.00 - 21.00
19.00 - 21.30
Aloysius House Christmas Social Syntax Christmas Social Stonyhurst Association Carol Service, St Peter’s and Theodore House
Line Assembly, Line Bases
Figures Parents’ Weekend
Sacrament of Confession, St Peter’s Church
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, St Peter’s Church Boarding Programme: Hot chocolate social & Christmas movies
Pupil Only Events:
Key Dates this term
Campion Day - Monday 1 December st
Fireworks Evening - Wednesday 5 November th
Stonyhurst Family Events:
Figures Parents’ Weekend - Friday 5 December to Saturday 6 December th th
Farm St Carol Concert - Tuesday 9 December th
Carol Service - Wednesday 10 December th
Winter Ball (Parents Only) - Wednesday 10 December th