Welcome to this week’s newsletter!
Friday the 17th of January, and it feels like we’re already hitting our stride for 2025. The holidays may be behind us, but there’s still a sense of renewal and energy in the air as we settle into the new term. This week, we’re absolutely thrilled to welcome back Martin, our fantastic site manager, after his prolonged illness. It’s so good to have you back, Martin—you’ve been missed more than words can say. And a huge thank you to Gina, who stepped in and held the fort. She did her best, and we’re truly grateful for her support. But let’s face it, Martin—no one quite does it like you!
As we look forward, I’m reminded of a quote from Rocky Balboa (because every good newsletter needs a movie moment!): “It’s not about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.” It’s a perfect mantra for January as we tackle challenges head-on, together as a school community, supporting one another every step of the way.
And for a pause for thought: “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labour” (Ecclesiastes 4:9). Whether it’s the teamwork of staff, parents, or children, it’s this collective effort that makes St. George’s such a decent place to learn care and share - whether child or adult. Let’s keep working together, lifting each other up, and making this term another phenomenal chapter in our school’s story.
Here’s to a brilliant week ahead—supportive, productive, and uniquely St. George’s! 💪✨
Be proud of what we have folks - enhance it, defend it, enjoy it, appreciate it. Not everyone has it.
