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This Week At LOTS: 16-20 Jun 2025
Term 3| Week 11
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From HoS Desk
From HoS Desk
“Do anything, but let it produce joy” - Walt Whitman
Dear Parents/Guardians,
From my end this time, it is just a list - of celebrations, congratulations, and gratitude - as I look back at the year gone by.
14 of our senior athletes qualified for the nationals and at the nationals came back with 1 silver and 2 bronzes.
Both our junior boys and girls athletics teams came first in the regionals and earned automatic qualifications to the nationals.
At the National Debate League, all top 5 positions were won by LOTS teams (Primary), and even in the Secondary section 2 of our teams qualified for the Pan African Championships.
11 teams from LOTS cleared the regionals of the World Scholars’ Cup and qualified for the Global round.
Our Secondary School team won the Bronze Trophy at the District Spelling Bee Championships.
12 of our brave students spoke and performed at the first ever school TEDx event in Zambia, hosted by LOTS.
Our student won an international golf tournament in the under 10 category.
In our first ever Cambridge CheckPoint board exams, both our CP 6 and LS 3 students achieved superlative scores, and the commendation by Cambridge was ‘Excellent”.
3 of our graduating A Level students have received university admission offers from universities in UK, New Zealand, Malaysia, and South Africa, and a few more are awaiting similar confirmations on their applications.
6 of our staff members have made presentations and conducted workshops in national and international conferences.
And at the end of it all, when i ask some of our acorns what they value the most at LOTS, they say it is the joy they find here.
So how can we not celebrate? How can we not count our blessings? And how can we not be grateful for the tenacity of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the unreserved support of our parents?
This village cares. Need I say more?
Warm regards
Shouquot Hussain
Head of School
Principal Academics
Principal Academics
Congratulations to all students and parents of CP6 and LS3 on the outstanding Checkpoint results!
The CP6 cohort achieved an Excellent overall average, with 3 Outstanding, 6 Excellent, and 6 Good performances—an achievement to be truly proud of.
LS3 also delivered a strong and commendable performance, with 4 Outstanding, 7 Excellent, and 11 Good results, earning the group a solid Good average.
These results are a reflection of our students' hard work, the unwavering support from parents, and the exceptional commitment of our dedicated teachers. Special thanks go to our CP5–LS3 Coordinator, Mr. Zulu, whose tireless efforts in planning, executing, and closely monitoring the study program were instrumental in guiding the learners to success. We also recognize and deeply appreciate the hard work and extra hours put in by our CP6 teachers—Mary Thole, Jabes Tembo, Jennifer Mbewe, Siakasa Mudenda, Joyce Hafwele, and Taimon Mzizi—and our LS3 teachers—Nathan Mwambazi, Faith Chungu, Richard Mwanza, Emmanuel Chimantila, Hensley Chabinga, and Tilata Mulambia. Well done to everyone involved!
Principal Pastoral Care
Principal Pastoral Care
The role of parents in pastoral care and wellbeing is essential. Parents are key partners in supporting a child’s overall development—emotionally, socially, and academically. When schools and parents work together, students are more likely to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. The following are the key roles of parents in pastoral care and wellbeing:
Providing a Supportive Home Environment
Maintaining Communication with the School
Reinforcing School Values at Home
Monitoring and Supporting Mental Health
Collaborating in Wellbeing Initiatives
School Tracksuit
We’re excited to announce that our official school tracksuit is now available for purchase in the uniform shop.
Graduation
Our graduation ceremonies will take place as follows:
Tuesday 24 June, 2025 - Reception, CP 6 and LS3
Wednesday 25 June, 2025 - IGCSE 2 and A-Level
ECA sign up
Sign up forms for 2025/2026 ECAs are now available. Kindly support the students to choose a club and sport of their choice. The guidelines on how to choose activities are clearly outlined on the sign up form.
Mentoring and Wellbeing
Mentoring and Wellbeing
Exam Accommodations for Students Under Learning Support
As exams commence, the Learning Support Department remains committed to ensuring that all students have the tools they need to succeed. Students under learning support receive specific accommodations tailored to their individual needs, including extra time, quiet testing environments, access to readers where appropriate. These adjustments are not advantages but necessary supports that provide equitable access to the curriculum. We continue to work closely with teachers to ensure that each learner feels prepared, confident, and supported during this important period.
Early Years
Early Years
Graduation Ceremony
Date: Tuesday
Event: Reception Class of 2024/2025 Graduation
Important Details:
- CP1 uniform required with:
- Black shoes
- Girls: white socks
- Boys: grey socks
Class Parties
Date: Wednesday, 25th June 2025
Don't forget to tick a snack on the list!
Parent-Teacher Conference
Date: 26th June 2025
Remember to book your time!
Assembly
Middle class c hosted our assembly.
Theme: Numbers, Celebrations, and Kindness
Our preschoolers participated in a joyful and meaningful assembly where they explored the fun of numbers,read concepts,the excitement of celebrations, and the importance of being kind.
Lower Primary school
Lower Primary school
Upcoming Events
We would like to remind you about upcoming events. The Parent-Teacher Conference will be held on Thursday, 26th June. Sign-up information has already been shared in your respective WhatsApp groups, so please check and reserve a slot to meet with your child's teacher. Additionally, class parties will be held on Wednesday, 25th June, and details about these parties have also been shared in the WhatsApp groups.
A Message of Appreciation
As our students have completed their exams, we would like to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation to you for the effort and support you've put into preparing the students. Your encouragement, guidance, and involvement have played a significant role in their academic journey, and we're grateful for your partnership.
Upper Primary & Lower Secondary School
Upper Primary & Lower Secondary School
1. CAMBRIDGE CHECKPOINT RESULTS
A huge Congratulations to our Students and dedicated teachers for reaching our first academic milestone in the MAY series Checkpoint Examination for 2025 where our students performed exceptionally.
2. CLASS PARTIES & ASSEMBLY
Last day of school for students will be on 25th June, 2025. Class parties and Assembly will all happen on this day.
3. GRADUATION CEREMONY
Please note that there has been a change to the graduation dates. CP6 & LS3 graduation will now take place on 24th June, 2025.
CP6-10:00-11:30
LS3-11:30-12:30
4. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE (PTCs)
Our parent teacher conference will happen on 27th June, 2025.
Upper Secondary School
Upper Secondary School
Wrapping Up a Remarkable Academic Year – Important End-of-Term Highlights
As we draw the curtain on an exciting and productive academic year, we are pleased to share a few key updates and events to mark the successful end of term at our school.
End-of-Year Exams Concluded
The end-of-year exams have officially concluded. We commend our learners for their dedication and focus throughout the assessment period. Teachers are currently finalizing grades and preparing for feedback discussions during the upcoming PTC.
IGCSE and A Level Graduation – 25th June 2025
The graduation ceremonies for IGCSE 2 and A Level will take place on Wednesday, 25th June 2025. It promises to be a day of reflection, celebration, and recognition of our learners' hard work and accomplishments.
Closing Day Activities – 25th June 2025
For our IGCSE 1 and AS Level students, the final day of school will also be 25th June 2025. The day will feature a closing assembly and classroom celebrations as we send off the term on a joyful and memorable note. Students are encouraged to participate and enjoy the festivities in appreciation of a well-earned break.
Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC) – 27th June 2025
We highly encourage all parents to book appointments for our final Parent-Teacher Conference of the year, scheduled for Friday, 27th June 2025. This is a valuable opportunity to meet with subject teachers, review academic performance, and discuss strategies for continued growth in the coming year.
We thank you all for your ongoing support and collaboration. Let us end the term on a high note and look forward to even greater success in the year ahead!
SPORTS CORNER: A SEASON TO REMEMBER & A LOOK AHEAD
SPORTS CORNER: A SEASON TO REMEMBER & A LOOK AHEAD
As we wrap up what has been a truly outstanding athletics season, we take a moment to celebrate our student-athletes, coaches, staff, and supportive families who made this season a triumph in every way. Who contributed to a year of growth, grit, and glory. We celebrate not only the personal bests, podium finishes, and team victories—but the spirit of unity, perseverance, and hard work that made it all possible. From the first day of training to the final event, our athletes have demonstrated remarkable dedication and sportsmanship. This season was not just about medals—it was about growth, teamwork, and resilience.
But even the strongest athletes don’t do it alone—true success is a team effort, and this season, we were a team in every sense of the word. As basketball legend Michael Jordan once said, “Talent wins games, but teamwork … wins championships.”
🏆 Highlights:
First ISAZ trophy for the school coming from the Junior athletics
Largest team of athletes that qualified to nationals
Most medals in school history at nationals
A proud culture of sportsmanship and school pride
📣 REMINDERS FOR NEXT ACADEMIC YEAR:
Introducing Sports Week: A new addition to the calendar! Sports Week will celebrate all things athletic—house competitions, exhibitions, and themed activities. Get ready for fun and friendly rivalry! For information to be shared at a later date.
Sportswear Guidelines: From next term, only official school-issued sportswear will be permitted for PE and all training sessions. Please note:
No team sports team jerseys (Man United, Liverpool, or any other teams)
No leggings or cycling shorts (These can be worn under the school issue shorts or track suit)
Proper school PE kit must be worn at all times – either the PE kit or track suit (available at our uniform store)
Upcoming Season: We kick off the next term with Basketball and Volleyball—so dust off your sneakers and come ready to jump into action!
Thank you for an incredible season. We’re proud of what we’ve achieved together—and we’re even more excited for what lies ahead.
Parent Satisfaction
Parent Satisfaction
Dear Parents/Guardian,
It is our endeavor that your experience and your child's learning journey with us is positive and productive.
Your continuous feedback is one of the most important ways that we can improve. We’d like to learn more about you and your child’s experiences at our school.
This survey will take 2-3 minutes of your time and give us valuable insights. We will share our key learning from the survey with you within 1 week of the end of this survey.
The survey will close on June 25, 2025.
Sincerely,
Lusaka Oaktree School
REMINDERS
REMINDERS
Please remember to fill up the ECA forms when you receive them.
Do fill in the PTC slots shared by class teachers.
If you have been particularly impressed by any staff member’s work, do share your appreciation (all key contact details are here below in the ‘Key Contacts’ list)
Key Dates
Key Dates
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Key Contacts at Lusaka Oaktree School
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