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Wet weather doesn’t dampen Year 5’s enthusiasm

As well as being Head of Religion and Philosophy, Zak leads our digital vision. He was instrumental in developing our excellent online learning offering during lockdown, much to the relief of our parents, and is now leading the roll out of our school device programme.

Wet weather doesn’t dampen Year 5’s enthusiasm

As well as being Head of Religion and Philosophy, Zak leads our digital vision. He was instrumental in developing our excellent online learning offering during lockdown, much to the relief of our parents, and is now leading the roll out of our school device programme.

Last Friday, Year 5 undertook their latest QE Award expedition when they spent the day on the Mendip Hills. As you will see from the photographs, the weather was perhaps the biggest challenge for the boys (and staff!). At one point the rain did actually stop… for all of about 5 minutes!

The boys did brilliantly and when they might well have had every reason to ask the age-old questions of “Are we nearly there yet” or “How much further”, instead their enthusiasm was fantastic. They showed some super values throughout the day by demonstrating empathy towards each other and resilience in themselves by not giving up and continuing to battle through the elements. We did take shelter for a short while in Goat Church Cave, which was both a welcome relief and a great experience.

Thanks for making the day so enjoyable and making the best of some ‘challenging conditions’ (thanks for the quote Mr Hall). Thanks to the staff, who might think twice before ‘volunteering’ for the next QE Award expedition!

The Queen Elizabeth (QE) Award is exclusive to QEH Juniors and is based on the principles of the Duke of Edinburgh’s scheme. Boys take part in a variety of outdoor pursuits and voluntary activities throughout Years 5 and 6, culminating in an overnight camp on Exmoor at the end of Year 6.

QEH pupils enjoyed an unforgettable cricket tour in Cape Town, competing fiercely, exploring iconic sights, and spotting wildlife at Aquila.

South Africa Cricket Tour 2025

Our pupils have excelled in this year’s national Intermediate Maths Challenge.

Success at The National Intermediate Maths Challenge for QEH

As well as being Head of Religion and Philosophy, Zak leads our digital vision. He was instrumental in developing our excellent online learning offering during lockdown, much to the relief of our parents, and is now leading the roll out of our school device programme.

Duke of Edinburgh Award students give back

We are delighted that our pupils have been successful in their efforts to gain top GCSE grades after 18 months of Covid-related disruption to learning. This year’s exam success is a result of the pupils’ commitment to learning, ably supported by both teachers and parents.

GCSE Results 2021

Pupils have led the way in recognising differences within the school, by setting up groups for those of particular faith or for gender differences and they are very supportive of each other.
ISI Report, December 2022
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