25 October 2024

Dear Clifton Family,

As we enter the final stretch of the year, I’m sure you’ll agree that our campus is looking especially beautiful. The air is alive with the changing season, welcoming back the swallows—and yes, even a few of our less welcome visitors, the snakes, have made an appearance. Please remind your children to be cautious as we share this lovely space with all of nature’s creatures.

In terms of campus development, we’ve made significant progress in recent weeks. Our riding school now proudly features a new lunging arena, which will be a fantastic asset to our equestrian program. The mountain bike track is also coming along beautifully, providing a growing space for our young riders to hone their skills and enjoy the great outdoors. These upgrades are part of our ongoing vision to create a campus where children can grow, explore, and thrive.

Our Grade 3s and Grade 4s this week embarked on outdoor adventures to BergVenture and Roselands. These excursions offer invaluable experiences that go beyond the classroom, helping our students develop resilience, teamwork, and a deeper connection with the natural world. We are so fortunate to offer these enriching opportunities, and I know they’ve left lasting memories for our children.

On another note, we’re currently in the midst of completing our OISESA evaluation. This external assessment is a vital part of our commitment to ensuring educational excellence and continuous growth as a school. A team of experts has been visiting the school, and once the process is complete, we’ll share their feedback and insights with you.

In staff news, I’m delighted to share the appointments of new team members joining us in 2025. Each of these individuals brings a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm, and I have no doubt they’ll make a wonderful contribution to our school community. Please join me in welcoming:

Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and dedication to making Clifton such a special place for our children. I look forward to the exciting times ahead as we continue to grow together.