Category: Student Reflections

On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, the United Kingdom and countries across the Commonwealth fall silent. For two minutes, we unite in remembrance, to…

In the academic environment we find ourselves in, the word reflection often carriers a somewhat negative connotation.  The word frequently surfaces in the aftermath of disappointing tests, unsuccessful sports fixtures…

World Mental Health Day is tomorrow and I’m going to use the next few minutes to try to give an elevator pitch for the value of counselling and therapy. So,…

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the Empire Windrush.  The cruise liner, bringing 492 Caribbean people to the United Kingdom, was more than just a ship….

The iconic opening lyrics to the song Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice seem an excellent way to start today’s Reflection: to use those words, “All right, stop, collaborate and…

When writing this Reflection, I wasn’t sure I would be able to convince all of you about the importance of Pride – maybe I will prove myself wrong.  But what…

The theme for this week is co-curricular involvement.  Today is a Monday timetable, thanks to the fact yesterday was a Field Day, one of the many ways the School goes…

Good morning.  Today, I would like to speak to you all about courage.  Let’s start off with defining the word – what does it actually mean to be courageous?  According…

One in six people between the ages of 12 and 16 have a diagnosable mental health condition.  In 2019, over 140 young males between the ages of 15 and 19…