Monday salad wraps, flour tortilla, carrot, tomato, cucumber, iceberg and cheese
Tuesday Cream of tomato and basil soup served with fresh sourdough and butter
Wednesday Ricotta and spinach puff pastry rolls served with tomato chutney
Thursday Pumpkin ravioli served with fresh tomato and basil sauce topped with herbs and parmesan
Friday Potato and pea slice served with sweet chili and sour cream
(Chefs’ selection of fruits and vegetables provided daily)
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Deputy Head of School’s Comment
Today in L1st Philosophy the question was posed “Why is the Pause so important?” Here are just a few of the many responses: It makes you calm; it makes you feel connected to all the world, it gives you a rest, it rests you brain before you start the next lesson, it is our Value of Stillness, it helps with all the School Values, it helps us be focused. I could add more. The benefits of the simple practice of pausing are far reaching. It is very encouraging to see that our five- and six-year-old students understand this through their own experience.
Di Renshaw
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Head of School’s Comment
With the consistently chilly weather and frequent rain, it has been wonderful to see our students arrive each morning with smiles and a positive attitude. Reports are that our 3rd and 4th Class campers (both staff and students!) have taken this resilience to the next level, enjoying a fantastic, if slightly muddy, adventure. Their willingness to embrace the unknown, try new activities, and face challenges head-on, whether it was climbing, archery, or simply sleeping away from home for the first time – has shown a shared courage that not only brings them closer together, but also strengthens them personally. These moments of bravery, big and small, are what make camp so memorable.
Julian Wilcock
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On the vegetarian lunch menu for Week 4
Monday Risoni tossed in nut free roast vegetable romesco sauce
Tuesday Lentil soup served with fresh sour dough and butter
Wednesday Cheeseburgers served in a milk bun
Thursday Cauliflower macaroni cheese served in creamy mornay sauce topped with mozzarella
Friday Mushroom stroganoff served with basmati rice
(Chefs’ selection of fruits and vegetables provided daily)
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Deputy Head of School’s Comment
This week I would like to recognise the School Value of Stillness and the huge role it plays in all that takes place at John Colet. During the week, as on most weeks, I had cause to go into all of the classrooms in the school. I was struck particularly by the consistent level of focus that was present within each classroom no matter what the year group. It was also striking looking around at the very high standard of work that is produced as a result of that focus. It is easy to take this atmosphere of quiet for granted and forget what a fundamental thing it is to enable children to thrive in their education.
Di Renshaw
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This week, our students took part in the annual Sanskrit Recitation Finals—an inspiring showcase of clarity, rhythm, and meaning. Sanskrit has been a core part of the curriculum at John Colet School since its founding 40 years ago, offering students a unique linguistic foundation. Its precise grammar and phonetics support cognitive development and enhance understanding of other languages, including English. Through Sanskrit, children explore the roots of words across cultures—like da (to give), which connects to dāna (gift), Latin donum, French donner, and English donate and dedicate. The recitations reflected not only linguistic skill but also deep engagement with themes of wellbeing and self-awareness.
Julian Wilcock
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A busy week, 100 days in, for Lower 1st
We had a wonderful range of learning experiences in and outside the classroom in Week 3. On Monday, we celebrated Teacher’s Day, honouring all the teachers in our lives. Thank you to all families for sending in a flower as a symbol of gratitude–it made the day very special. The children reflected on the importance of teachers by writing about a special teacher in their lives and what they have learned from them.
In Science, we began learning about the plant life cycle by planting seeds in our individual ‘greenhouses’. Over the coming weeks, students will observe and record the growth of their seedlings as they sprout and develop.
L1st M also enjoyed a gardening session on Tuesday with Mrs. Green, focusing on Bush Tucker. Students took a short walk through the school grounds to identify native plants and learn about their traditional Indigenous uses. They even had the opportunity to wash
On the vegetarian lunch menu for Week 3
Monday Potato and spinach paneer curry served with buttered basmati rice
Tuesday Salad wraps served with cucumber, carrot, tomato, iceberg lettuce and cheese
Wednesday Vegetarian sausage rolls in golden puff pastry served with tomato chutney
Thursday Vegetable Singapore noodles sweet soy, chili and Asian herbs
Friday Margarita pizza, traditional cheese and tomato pizza topped with, mozzarella and fresh herbs
(Chefs’ selection of fruits and vegetables provided daily)
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Deputy Head of School’s Comment
Today all our Lower 1st celebrated their first 100 days at school. They all looked very old dressed in their twin sets and vests and sporting canes. It has been a day full of fun activities such as how many words can you write in 100 seconds, how many sit-ups can you do in 100 seconds and much more. They also enjoyed a very sumptuous morning provided by parents. The children have come a long way in such a short time. The extraordinary growth that takes place both academically and emotionally in the first year of schooling cannot be overstated. They are proving to be a very happy, steady and collegiate group.
Di Renshaw
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Head of School’s Comment
Our school community came together on Monday to celebrate Teacher’s Day. Each child thoughtfully prepared a piece of writing about someone who has made—or continues to make—a meaningful impact in their life. One student from each class was selected to share their reflections at assembly, and it was truly moving to hear such a diverse and heartfelt range of stories.
Teachers come in many forms: they might be in your classroom, part of your family, a friend, or someone in the wider community who inspires you. What defines a great teacher is not just their knowledge, but the way they help us see the world differently.
To discover great teachers in life, we must first be open to learning and attuned to ourselves and our surroundings. This spirit of awareness and openness is a cornerstone of our approach at JCS, nurturing children to become lifelong learners—well beyond the school gates.
Julian Wilcock
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