In assembly this week, I spoke to the boys about the importance of laws and rules. We took a trip back in time to the 13th century and discussed how the behaviour and actions of King John angered his barons and led to Magna Carta, a document which shaped the future development of much of the western world. Magna Carta established the rule of law and the principle of a fair trial, two ideas which are fundamental to our system of justice.  

This week, Year 5 had the opportunity to visit Warwick School to take part in some drama workshops. The U8, U9 and U11s enjoyed cricket fixtures and some Year 3 and 4 boys took part in the rearranged Warwickshire Athletics. Year 3 had an Art Trip to St Nicholas’ Park and had a lesson in the Science Lab with Mr Lewis.  

Congratulations to those boys in Classics Club who with pupils and staff from the Prep School, wrote and starred in their own production of The Twelve Labours of Hercules this week. 

Next week, we have an author visit for Years 3, 4 and 5, an induction activity in the senior school for Year 6, the Summer Concert, the second Year 3 and 4 Parents’ Evening and Ignis House Charity Day. As we near the end of the summer term, there are a number of events for boys and parents over the coming weeks, so please do take note of the newsletter updates and any communications from school. 

With best wishes, 

John Bond