This week we have recognised Remembrance at St Peter’s.
At 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month, we pause to remember those who gave their lives fighting for their country, including former pupils of St Peter’s whose names we read each year.
It is a very special occasion in the St Peter’s calendar. The children spend time learning about the importance of Remembrance and creating their own poppies.
Our service is always a moving occasion, with poems read by the children, music from the orchestra, the singing of God Save the King and, of course, the reading of the names of those former pupils we remember. The Last Post is played by our own pupils before the whole community, children and staff join together in two minutes’ silence.
It is a particularly special moment for me as Head, as I think about all those who have stood in my shoes over the years, reading the very same list of names and keeping this important tradition alive. It is a wonderful reminder of the history and continuity of our St Peter’s community.
Here in the local area, Remembrance Sunday is also a hugely important occasion and very well attended. I know many of our families joined their local services on Sunday.
I hope you all enjoy a lovely weekend with your families.
Charlotte
Head
