🎭✨ Movement Monday Magic! ✨🎭 This morning, our Seniors had the incredible opportunity to dip their toes (and point them!) into the world of ballet with an introductory workshop led by our wonderful Head of Dance, Mrs Morley. 💃🩰 #MovementMonday #FSMDance #BalletWorkshop

🌟 Exploring Tudor Fashion! 🌟 In Big Book planning, our Year 2 children wondered what people wore in Tudor times. A special thanks to Anna for bringing in a Tudor costume this week—it gave everyone a real feel for the clothing. Well done, Anna! 👏 #Year2 #History

🎶✨ We may have only been back a few days, but our talented musicians wasted no time diving into the first informal concert of the term! 🎤🎹 From beautiful singing to stunning piano performances, our pupils showcased their hard work and passion for music. 💪🎵

🏅Yesterday, our school was buzzing with energy and determination as we held the Inter-House Cross Country event! The challenging course—featuring runs across the grounds, through the woods, and around the moor—tested the stamina and spirit of all See more buff.ly/3CcqpXw

🌏✨ A Taste of Vietnam at School! ✨🌏 Today, our pupils were treated to a delightful culinary journey through Vietnam! 🇻🇳 With the help of our talented catering team, we explored a range of delicious dishes, A massive thank you to our incredible catering team 🙌👏

Today, we had the pleasure of hosting another congratulatory reception in the Headmaster's Office – complete with some sweet treats, of course! 🍪🍩 A massive CONGRATULATIONS to our fabulous Year 7EG for achieving the highest commitment scores among our senior tutor groups.👏✨

🎉 It was a full house for yesterday evening as our boarders gathered for another Wicked Wednesday! The evening’s highlight? A fabulous game of Bingo that had everyone on the edge of their seats! We can’t wait for next week’s Wicked Wednesday.

🎉👏 A Huge Well Done to Year 6DH! 👏🎉 A massive congratulations to our incredible Year 6DH for being the tutor group with the highest average Prep commitment scores! 🌟 Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have truly paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder. 💪✨

This afternoon, our U8 and U9 girls' Netball teams welcomed Sandroyd School for some brilliantly competitive matches! ✨ We also welcomed Boundary Oak School for some fabulous U14s Rugby—what an afternoon of sporting excellence! 🏉 🏐💪 #Netball #Rugby #TeamSpirit

🎿✨ Big congratulations to Samuel in Year 8! He has been achieving some amazing things on the slopes this season! Currently competing in Austria and Switzerland, he’s already secured several podium finishes in a very strong Super Giant Slalom category. 🏆⛷️ #skiing

📣 Our Year 7s have been celebrating French traditions 🇫🇷👑 Throughout January, France indulges in the delightful tradition of enjoying "La Galette des Rois" – the King’s Cake! 🎂✨ This beloved custom brings families and friends together. C’est magnifique! 🇫🇷 #FrenchCulture

🌟 Our Boarders really do have the best time! Yesterday was an unforgettable day for our incredible boarders at @RockReef_UK in Bournemouth! 🧗‍♂️🏖️ The day was capped off with warm treats or refreshing ice creams on the beautiful Bournemouth beach 🎉 #LoveBoarding

📸 We recently received this stunning aerial photograph of Sandle Manor, taken in the 1930s not long after the school moved from Pembroke Lodge in Bournemouth ✈️ In this incredible image, you can clearly see the 1930s extension to the original Jacobean manor house.

🌿💚 This afternoon, our Pre Prep Eco Activities group got hands-on with an important mission: battery recycling! 🔋♻️ Not only did they work hard sorting the batteries, but they also got creative, using some of them to make temporary art before preparing them for recycling 🌍👏

In just the first few days of term, our talented Prep Choir singers have been warming up their voices with some fabulous part-singing. They’ve been weaving together the words of ‘I Wanna Sing,’ ‘Oh When the Saints,’ and ‘Swing Low’—all under the same accompaniment. 🎤

This afternoon on the pitches, as the sun set, it was all about sharpening skills with some top-notch Rugby 7s and Football training sessions. 💪🌅 The drills were on point and really brought out the best in everyone. A huge well done to all the players for pushing themselves🏉⚽

🎶 This afternoon, our fabulous Prep Orchestra had a fantastic practice session under the expert guidance of our Director of Music, Miss Green! 🌟 They worked through a variety of musical scale exercises, breaking them down by section to contribute to a wonderful overall piece.

🌧️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Despite the rain, sleet, and even snow this afternoon, our Cross Country runners showed incredible grit and determination as they kicked off their training for the upcoming ISA regional competitions! ❄️💪 A huge well done to all involved 🚀

It was absolutely fabulous to welcome our boarders back yesterday evening! 🌟 The halls came alive again with laughter, stories of holiday adventures, and the joy of reuniting with friends. From cosy fireside chats to games and plenty of fun, it truly felt like a family reunion.

What a wonderful afternoon it was, welcoming former Headmaster Malcolm Barton, teacher Lawrie Hooley, and Penny O'Brien to visit our stunning Memorial Window in the DHH, beautifully crafted by renowned glass engraver Tracey Sheppard. #SandleManor #TraceySheppard #history