The end of the holidays

I write this on the train from Dorset to London on my way to see the first day of the Lords test. It strikes me that this is the last week of the holidays as I will be at my desk from Monday.

The summer holidays are always fantastic and we have had a wonderful time but I always think that when we get to this stage I am ready to get back to work.

I love the Michaelmas term. September is always lovely, the grounds look spectacular in Autumn and December is full of so many great events.

This term we have a particularly exciting start as the programme about the school will be broadcast on BBC 2 at 9 o'clock on Tuesday 14th September. The title is "Britain's Youngest Boarders". Make sure you all watch it!!

A* Sunningdalians

Last term two boys sat German GCSE at the age of 13. This is an achievement in itself. The results came out this week and I am delighted to report that both boys achieved the top grade of A*!

We are so proud of them and I hope that this will lead to more boys doing GCSE early.

Holidays

The blog has been a little sparse since the start of the holidays. I feel a little like someone turning up to confession, "It has been 14 days since my last blog!"

The end of term went very well but was, as always, tinged with sadness as we had to say goodbye to the leavers. They are now ready for new challenges and it is up to next year's top year to take up the baton and to lead the school.

We have a good deal to look forward to next year and I am already excited about the new term.

Another action shot!

Swimming Sports

Today is the house swimming and competition is fierce! The sun is out and it is a perfect day to be in the pool with all the doors open.

Raft building with leavers!

The Headmaster and Deputy Head are each determined for their teams to win the challenge!!

Fort

The new fort is now finished and is due to be officially opened today!