I am stepping in as guest editor this week as Mr James is currently in the capable hands of the NHS. He is awaiting an unexpected operation (nothing too serious) but is, as ever, in good spirits and looking forward to being back on his feet soon. Exam Week The pupils have impressed us thisRead More »
Dear Parents Teacher of English Some of you may have seen our advert for a teacher of English. Mr Mike Brown is stepping down at Christmas after many years of wonderful service to Red House. We have already received some very strong applications and, with a week to the closing date, we’re confident of makingRead More »
Dear Parents I hope you will forgive me if Pupil Post is rather brief this week: we’ve been rather busy. Inspection When you receive this email I will be with the inspection team receiving feedback from their visit. Their judgements are embargoed whilst the report undergoes a quality assurance process and it will be madeRead More »
Dear Parents, I’m very much looking forward to the bank holiday although it does seem a rather sedentary start to the term: three weeks and two bank holidays. No doubt Year 11 do not agree with me as they prepare for their final week at Red House. Fashion Show DVDs We’ve had a few lastRead More »
Dear Parents, Whilst I had a wonderful Easter, catching up with friends and godchildren, it was also good to be back in school on Tuesday. No doubt this term will fly by but there is so much to do. This term is full of fun events – sports days, the PTA Fete and prizegivings –Read More »
Dear Parents, It’s been a very busy week. Egg decorating, mosaic making and Red House Has Got Talent are just a few of the activities which have taken place. I think we all need a rest! Readathon This is very much under way now in the Senior School. The three weeks over Easter is anRead More »
Dear Parents, By time you receive this email, I’ll be immersed in outdoor education activities with Year 6. As I’ve said before, it’s a wonderful way to build up resilience in our young people and I encourage all the children to participate. I’ve been an absent Headmaster this week. I was asked to undertake anRead More »
Dear Parents, The children have thoroughly enjoyed Red Nose Day. Thank you for your support: it’s obvious many of you have been baking over the last few days. Refurbishment I thought I would share with you some of our priorities over the next few months. I am progressing plans for the refurbishment of the SeniorRead More »
Dear Parents, It was wonderful to see so many of you supporting the fashion show last week. I was impressed by the art on display and it was wonderful to see the children of all ages on the catwalk. My thanks to the staff and PTA for organising this great event. DVD If you wouldRead More »
Dear Parents, Happy St David’s Day to all our families of Welsh descent! How lovely to see the daffodils in full bloom at this time of year. Fashion Show By the time you receive this message, the Fashion Show will be about to begin. My thanks to the PTA, the Art Department and all ourRead More »
