Proud families of children from Year 3 upwards came together in a joyful and moving recap of the 2024-5 academic year, followed by a prize-giving ceremony which recognised pupils’ hard work.

The proceedings were opened by our Heads of School, Henry, Ava and Arthur. They have done a magnificent job this year of being a conduit for pupil voice, as well as representing our school to visiting guests.

The Chair of Governors, Katherine Lamont, praised the support of both parents and staff for working together to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children of Terrington Hall.

The children themselves then took centre stage as the prize-giving ceremony began. Form Prizes were awarded for all-round achievement and Effort Prizes for children who have the greatest effort across all areas of school life.

Upper Prep Co-curricular Awards recognised excellence in sport and the performing arts. Headmaster’s Prizes recognised pupils who have consistently demonstrated our School values of Kindness, Confidence and Courage.

Individual prizes for significant achievements from across the school, plus academic prizes were also announced. The biggest cheer came when Forest House was declared the House whose pupils were awarded the most points across the year.

Headmaster Huw Thomas spoke about the values of community and the fact that the whole is greater than all the many parts that make Terrington Hall. The collaborative approach by parents was particularly appreciated and was absolutely vital in helping each child to succeed, he said.

Families then congregated on the front lawn for drinks and canapes with staff as everyone reflected on the eventful past 12 months.

Laughter rang out as anecdotes were relayed and highlights re-lived. Parents and grandparents were delighted to share their children’s pride in all they have achieved this year.

The Year 8 leavers embraced the shirt-signing ritual which now marks the end of their time together before they move on to pastures new.

For some who posed in front of the grand main building, it was the last time they would do so as current parents. We hope they’ll remain familiar faces, though, as they move on to being lifelong Old Terringtonians and friends.