The Letters of Last Resort By Rowena Cole, Head We will all face moments of uncertainty in our lives. There will be times when the right course of action is not immediately clear; when competing responsibilities pull us in different directions; when there is no obvious answer and when, ultimately, a difficult decision simply must…
The Benefits of All-Girls Schools: Confidence, Achievement and Opportunity by Rowena Cole, Head It has long been recognised that an all-girls education offers distinct advantages over a co-educational setting. It is therefore no surprise that the latest report from the Girls’ Schools Association, drawing on data from the Department for Education and UCAS, shows that…
What does hope mean? Hope is an emotion and a state of mind characterised by the desire for a specific outcome combined with the expectation or belief that it is attainable. It acts as a powerful motivational force, driving individuals to navigate adversity, set goals, and look toward a better future. Turn on the news today…
Rowena Cole, Head In assembly this week, I spoke to pupils about how personal growth can be the silver lining of experiencing tough times. Some of us will have come across the Why I Didn’t Make the Olympics videos on social media. While these videos are humorous, they highlight a deeper truth about dreams and aspirations. How…
In the recent Lower 4 pastoral evening, Ms Redman and Ms Harding offered parents a fascinating insight into what’s happening during this unique stage of development and how both school and home can work together to support the girls through it. Navigating the ‘Chrysalis Years’: Supporting Your Daughter’s Journey Through Early Adolescence Ms Redman, Head…
