Weekly Bulletins
Enjoy reading all about the different opportunities, activities and experiences that our pupils benefit from at St Nicholas' School, whilst keeping up to date with the latest news, events, competitions and sports' fixture results.
Hard work comes naturally to St Nicholas’ pupils but so too does enjoyment and participation. That’s why we ensure that pupils go on trips far and wide and that pupils can make friends across the year groups.
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- December 2022
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- October 2022
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May 2023
| Weekly Bulletin 26/05/23 | |
| It's been a glorious week, weather-wise, and everyone's spirits have been lifted with the chance to be outside more. Exams for the juniors have come and gone and I'm happy to report that they largely went without incident! | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 19/05/23 | |
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This week has been largely about getting the GCSEs underway for all of our year 11s. It's very much a team effort where invigilation is concerned, with all of us being used at some point. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 12/05/23 | |
| It was fabulous to showcase the school during our Open Evening. The display of pupils' work was delightful and demonstrates not only how much work pupils undertake but also the level at which they're working and the rich variety of their projects too. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 05/05/23 | |
| Year 11 pupils shared their 'Leavers Assembly' with us this morning, and along with a lot of fun and laughter (and some confetti that didn't quite go with the bang that they were hoping for!) it was an emotional moment. | |
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April 2023
| Weekly Bulletin 28/04/23 | |
| It was a privilege to listen to the senior girls in their concert last night. We were treated to a broad range of musical pieces and a showcase of superlative talent. I hope all performers feel justifiably proud of themselves. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 21/04/23 | |
| We have got right back into the swing of things this week, with one year group telling us all about their fantastic trip to Iceland, whilst another headed out for a fabulous few days of team-building and water sports! | |
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March 2023
| Weekly Bulletin 24/03/23 | |
| Despite it being the last week of term, the pace has not slowed down. We have still played fixtures, been out and about on trips, undertaken GCSE practical work and had a couple of taster days. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 17/03/23 | |
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This week has been dominated by ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ and I am assured that everyone who has seen it has been utterly mesmerised. The talent and confidence of the whole cast has to be commended. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 10/03/23 | |
| In spite of the inclement weather this week, we have nevertheless kept up the pace of life that is customary at this point in the year. Intensive play rehearsals, Open Morning and World Book Day have dominated time and thought. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 03/03/23 | |
| There has been a lot of excitement this week in school, with junior and senior pupils going off-site for different trips. Today we're gearing for a busy Open Morning tomorrow, with a record number of families registered to come and visit us. | |
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February 2023
| Weekly Bulletin 24/02/23 | |
| It's great to see the signs of spring all around us this week and everyone's spirits are lifted by coming to school and going home in the light. We've been busy in the grounds this week, with Forest School and the trim trail keeping the junior pupils busy. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 10/02/23 | |
| Rainbows, dinosaurs, basketball, foxes, forest school, concerts, cross-country and boat-building - all in one week as a St Nick's pupil! It seems that everything we've done over the last seven days has gone really well, including the Rotary music competition last weekend. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 03/02/23 | |
| What a busy week this one's turning out to be. At the time of writing one of the week's highlights was definitely the Junior Concert on Wednesday evening but I know that the 'Dance, Gym and Musical Theatre Show' after school today will be fabulous. | |
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January 2023
| Weekly Bulletin 27/01/23 | |
| It's been a busy month in school, with exams dominating life for the seniors, and the same commitment to academic rigour, drama, music, sports and trips as there has ever been. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 20/01/23 | |
| Despite the freezing temperatures, our pupils have enjoyed themselves in a range of different activities this week, from Forest School to visiting Stonehenge. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 13/01/23 | |
| A second week of exams has seen the upper senior pupils put through their paces. They have maintained their purposeful air and have all been working hard. | |
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| Weekly Bulletin 06/01/23 | |
| Happy New Year and welcome back to school. We hope you had a great rest over the Christmas break. It certainly seems as though pupils have returned to school raring to go. | |
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December 2022
| Weekly Bulletin 09/12/22 |
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As we complete our last full week, it is opportune to reflect on a really busy but dynamic term. It's hard to know where the time's gone but I shouldn't really be surprised: every Friday it seems impossible that the end of another week has come around so quickly. Such is the nature of a packed timetable and a host of extra-curricular clubs and activities. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 02/12/22 |
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We are well and truly in festive mode now, with the period of Advent having started this week. The Infant nativity, performed so beautifully, reminded us of the true message of Christmas, and the Junior performance of 'Superstar' was also a highlight of this week, with singing and dancing aplenty! We are all looking forward to yet more festive fun next week. |
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November 2022
| Weekly Bulletin 25/11/22 |
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I know it's still November, but we put our Christmas trees up this week, to get us all into the festive spirit. The twinkly lights, the wreaths and the garlands make many of us feel that Christmas is truly upon us! |
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| Weekly Bulletin 18/11/22 |
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It has been slightly quieter in school this week, as Year 5 were away on their residential trip and Years 10 and 11 pupils were in Paris, doing all things STEM-related, as well as enjoying the rides in Disneyland. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 11/11/22 | |
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We have had a very thought-provoking end to the week, with a poignant remembrance assembly this morning and the laying of a wreath, followed by the Twilight Walk in memory of Samantha Dickson. |
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October 2022
| Weekly Bulletin 14/10/22 |
| As we approach the half-term holiday, it is apposite to reflect on all that we have done in this busy start to the academic year. Scanning the calendar just this week, we've had a charity day, a junior trip, an informal concert, three taster days, a parents' evening and a residential trip to Spain for our older girls. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 07/10/22 |
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House Drama was a real highlight of this week, as much for the observers as for the participants. It was lovely to see the camaraderie across the houses and within each house, as the younger pupils were supported, taught and corralled by the older pupils! |
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September 2022
| Weekly Bulletin 30/09/22 |
| We have had a great week of international culture, with many of us attempting to learn a few new words in another language, tasting exotic cuisine or getting dressed up in our finery. Year 7 had a great night last night, 'camping' in Branksomewood. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 23/09/22 | |
| At the time of writing, we are gearing up for our annual Race for Life, to be held after school on the 23rd. There is much excitement and discussion about face painting, sponsorship and who to partner with in a 3-legged endeavour. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 16/09/22 |
| Last week was very reflective across the school, as we thought about the legacy of Queen Elizabeth and remembered her in assemblies and quiet time. We now have a book of condolence in the reception area as a lasting tribute. |
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| Weekly Bulletin 09/09/22 |
| We hope you enjoyed the first week back! Of course, the end of our first week was tinged with sadness as we learned of the death of Queen Elizabeth II. We paid tribute to her by observing a minute's silence on Friday morning. |
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