Student Reflections

Reflection: Opportunity

Opportunity is defined as a time or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something, and is a word often heard in school: doors opening, paths unfolding, chances appearing….

Reflection: Curiosity

Without curiosity humanity may have died out in a cave long ago.  When threatened with Ice Ages, harsh climates, and ancient animals the need to adapt, and the desire to…

Reflection: Kindness

Kindness is usually described as an act of genuine care and good will without the expectation of reward.  In a world that can sometimes feel rushed or self-centered, true kindness often passes unnoticed and…

Reflection: Innovation

Innovation is the process of making changes in that which is established; it is the introduction of new methods and ideas, and the replacement of old ones.  Innovation can come…

Reflection: Diversity

This week marks the start of Black History Month, a time which provides us with an opportunity to not only celebrate the contributions made by generations of Black people who…

Reflection: Competition

Two American adversaries have been competing for over a century, in a battle to achieve global domination.  Their rivalry, Coca Cola vs Pepsi, is a tale that has a lot…

Sportsmanship

Sportsmanship can be interpreted in many ways, but for me, it’s what transforms a simple game into something truly meaningful.  It’s not just about winning or losing—it’s about respect, fairness,…

Reflection: Volunteering

What do the following places and organisations have in common?  Sports clubs, hospitals, schools, places of worship, museums, historic houses, parks, care homes, theatres, emergency services, libraries, pet rescue centres? The answer is,…

Reflection: Teamwork

Your life is made up of teams but you may not know it.  The first team in life is your family: the ones that look after you and keep you…