The girls played hockey on Friday afternoon, and we thought they would want a lie in on Saturday morning as there was no sport for them! But no (you must admire their dedication) they chose to go and support the boy’s playing rugby against Cordwalles.

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“The best laid plans of mice and men aft are gang agly” – Robert Burns

Sunday’s weather undid most of the activities planned for the children, although this did allow for a bit of ‘down time’ to recover and rest after a busy (and sickly) week. Between strong winds (and trees falling in Top Woods), rain and the like, we were soon running for cover… well, some of us.

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There is a certain “grit” required for the winter season; cold, and wet days turn the trek to the indoor centre into a battle against the elements. The atmosphere does shift the moment indoors, squeaking shoes on the polished floors and the echoing of children’s voices.

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We have officially traded the holiday “slow-mo” lie-ins for the brisk pace of a new busy term. It has been a chilly first week back, but that didn’t slow us down. From the classroom to the sports fields, the rhythm of school life is back in full swing. The children have settled well into their routines with impressive focus -  balancing work and play. To soften the blow, we had a wonderful Easter dinner to celebrate the season as a community; the warmth of the dining hall with a roaring fire and all the delicious treats was memorable.

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