Dear Parents and Families,
What a joy it has been to welcome everyone back to school this week: both our returning children and families, and those who are joining the St Bernard’s family for the very first time. As I’ve walked through classrooms and corridors during my daily Teaching & Learning walk, I’ve been greeted by beaming smiles and an eagerness from the children as they settle into their new routines. It really is such a special way to begin the year.
My welcome Assembly focused on our hopes for the year ahead, and it was lovely to hear so many thoughtful contributions from both children and staff. I do hope you have found the *Save the Date* flyer useful. It definitely looks to be a busy and exciting Advent Term.
We also celebrated the canonization of Saint Carlos Acuti - the first millennial saint! It was so encouraging to hear the children explain how they understand that they can make a difference now, not just when they are older. They were able to share excellent examples of how they can promote simple daily actions: kindness, inclusivity, helping others and using their talents positively too.
This year we have even more to look forward to as we begin celebrating our 80th Anniversary. Our celebrations will start with a Welcome Mass, led by our Remove (Year 6) pupils, on Wednesday 24th September. It will also be a wonderful occasion to welcome Father Tony, our new parish priest, who joins us following Father Kevin’s retirement.
Finally, I would like to wish our Year 6 pupils who are sitting the 11+ exams the very best of luck. They have taken the Bucks 11+ test today and will sit the Berkshire exam on 20th September. They are very much in our thoughts, and we are proud of their hard work and dedication.
I hope you enjoy the selection of photos that follow - a small snapshot of the warmth, energy, and joy that fills our school.
