From the Headmaster’s Desk – 15 FEBRUARY 2019
From the Headmaster’s Desk It is not only the result that matters, but the child’s journey towards that result is a message that rings in my ears. This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jane Simister to Lyonsdown, to...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 08 FEBRUARY 2019
Some of us are dragons, others are tigers and a few of us might be rabbits. Pat’s chow mein and fortune cookies on Tuesday could only mean one thing: we are now in the Spring Festival, or Chinese New Year....
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 01 FEBRUARY 2019
A friend of mine once told me: “I love snow for the same reason I love Christmas: it brings people together while time stands still.” On Friday, the Lyonsdown School community really did come together, persevere and collaborate as we...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 25 JANUARY 2019
Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale, said Hans Christian Anderson, author of The Little Mermaid. As is often the case as Headmaster of a school, much of my inspiration comes from the children. In this case, 1H’s assembly...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 18 JANUARY 2019
The New Year is fully upon us and School life is in full swing, with clubs and activities starting this week. One great thing about a New Year is that we are more driven to expand our horizons. However, New...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 11 JANUARY 2019
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas break. This week saw a major announcement about the future of Lyonsdown and our plans to embrace all girls’ education and become an all girls’ School by 2022. More information can be...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 14 DECEMBER 2018
Mahatma Gandhi said “where there is love, there is life” and Lyonsdown School has been full of girls and boys thoroughly enjoying the Prep School experience over the past few weeks. The end of any term is both busy and...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 07 DECEMBER 2018
The first of December has come and gone, and I am glad to announce that the festive season is in full swing. The highlight of the week was the Lower School Nativity, with two stunning performances showcasing the quality of...
From the Headmaster’s Desk – 30 NOVEMBER 2018
Hats, gloves and scarves: the pupils’ change in attire can only mean one thing – winter is on its way. This in no way affects the energy of the girls and boys of Lyonsdown who continue to be busy in...