REVIEW Leicester Grammar Junior School 2022 - 2023
Sometimes, in primary school, we get to spend the day dressed as a superhero. We get to spend our time imaging that we are fearless and indomitable, flying around the playground with our superhero friends, protecting our precious belongings and defending our loved ones. That enormous feeling of courage seems to come from the tights, the cape, the mask and it is certainly thrilling. At LGJS, even without the costume, I can see the pupils behaving in superhero ways as they move through their learning journey. Courage is one of our school values and the one that, even as adults, is probably the most confronting. In order to show courage, we need to overcome something – a challenge, a test, a problem. Sometimes it might seem easier, quicker, kinder, to remove the obstacle but, in the long run, learning to try and try again, to master the problem and face the fear is one of the most important things we can teach – and learn. Courage is nothing to do with fear disappearing: it is the art, the skill, the superpower of managing and thriving, despite the presence of fear. Courage! Introduction WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK 3 2 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 Every single day we see pupils showing their courageous selves and we have recorded some of those amazing moments here in our Review. You will see our children who have found their voices, speaking out for the first time in assembly, groups of pupils working together to solve a complex problem in STEM lessons, individuals preparing for music exams, and lots of us, quite literally, leaping over hurdles. A willingness to show courage to take on and try new things is something very special about the children at Leicester Grammar Junior School. Enjoy looking at the determination and proud smiles through these photographs and reports from this year. I hope you, too, are enormously proud of their accomplishments as you enjoy our LGJS REVIEW 2023.
September WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 5 4 A great pleasure to welcome new and familiar faces at the start of Advent Term, eager to embrace new challenges and embark on exciting adventures here at LGJS. What magic awaits? We started with a celebration of our House Captains and all things European with Mme Barre. European Day of Languages with Mme Barre Alex & Alex enjoying their first cello lesson We remembered HRH Queen Elizabeth II and her visit to LGJS Our 2022-2023 House Captains with their Head Boy and Head Girl, Aiden Downes and Sylvia Vaughan Smith
WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 7 6 Macmillian Bake Sale hosted by LGJS Friends Mrs Strong leading our ‘Girls on Board’ initiative School Hustings LGJS School Council 2022-2023 Morning ‘Get Go!’ Club with Mr Kardas
October WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 9 8 A mini marathon for 400 pairs of legs raised over £5000 for Make a Wish! - Mr Harrison and the proud PE department making the magic happen. Our Harvest festivities to mark the change of seasons illuminated further the kind and giving nature of our community, with musical gifts brought by the children. Reception children ‘Going on a Bear Hunt’ and enjoying exploration and crafts with their families Brand new Table Tennis tables thanks to the generosity of LGJS Friends
WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK 11 10 Our children’s beautiful singing and stirring seasonal poetry illuminating our hearts at Harvest time LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 Y3 - 6 Harvest Service at St Cuthbert’s Church in Great Glen Infant Harvest Service
LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 13 12 All children courageously taking part in a Mini Marathon with Mr Harrison, supporting Make a Wish! WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK Black History Month celebrated in the LGJS Library
Gold coins donated for Children in Need - our LGJS community never fails to amaze us with their generous, philanthropic spirit Lucky winner of Pudsey Bear being announced November WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 15 14 A month of remembrance as we all took turns to plant bulbs in memory of Andrew Needham, excited for their arrival next Spring. Being part of such a compassionate and loving school community continually inspires us. We also had fun watching our children compete across the county, putting their PE & Games practice to excellent use.
17 16 A special day for our community, planting bulbs to remember ‘Mr Andrew’ Needham WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023
WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK 19 18 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 Odd Socks Day.... ...to celebrate our di erences Act of Remembrance First U11 Girls Hockey fixture at LGJS 491 poppies crafted for remembrance at St Cuthbert’s Church Debut for our U11 Boys Rugby team
December WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 21 20 An exciting month of festivities! Time and energy were invested with glittering rewards as sta prepared, and children lit up our school hall and our hearts with various Nativities - we were packed to the rafters with joy! KS1 Nativity EYFS Nativity
LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 23 22 Christmas Lunch with festive party hats! Christmas Jumper Day 2022 Christmas concert with LGS Big Band WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK Sports Captains at LGJS Sports Awards Ceremony Dance Workshop with Lemon Jelly Orienteering in PE Y6 at Ivy Joy 1950’s Tea Room
Januar WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 25 24 Clubs and co-curricular activities are flourishing! From Art Club to the Morning Mile, our children have been diving in. An exciting day for Iyla and the Young Voices choir, sharing our favourite school song “Power!” with Mwaksy and the Blue Peter film crew, who filmed their boundless energy and followed their passion for singing to the NEC Birmingham for the Young Voices concert. Our Co-Curricular club ‘Young Voices’ sung their hearts out as they were filmed by Blue Peter at LGJS, and as they joined the ‘World’s Largest School Choir’ in Birmingham Iyla with Mwaksy, CBBC Blue Peter Presenter Young Voices Choir singing with Mwaksy Young Voices Concert in Birmingham
Frosty PE lesson! WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 27 26 Y4 Art Club piece inspired by artist Grotti Lotti Exciting arrival of a new bass guitar
Fun for Y2 at Warwick Castle WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 28 So many activities and trips squeezed into the shortest month. Our highlight; a week full of science, wonder and rainbows with Mrs Green! Science Week brought us together in full colour and creativity. Our minds, bodies and well-being are considered and cared for. Februar 29 Y5 Victorian Day at Beaumanor Hall
31 30 An ‘Enchanting Ball’ for Reception children WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 U11 Netball Team Y4 Polar Explorer Day Y3 Designing and making their own soft toys
LGJS Science week with Mrs Green! An exciting week of activities to promote both children’s mental health and science with the theme of CONNECTIONS WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK 33 32 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 Doodle Breakfast!
March WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 35 34 Any excuse to dress up is embraced at LGJS! We saw Roman soldiers and World Book Day outfits highlight our children’s flair for fun and creativity. We congratulated our Rugby 7’s who competed at Rosslyn Park, and our brave XC runners blazed the trail into our beautiful Easter celebrations. Bead Sale raising money for the CCLG_UK (Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group), our much loved Mother’s day Assembly and the chicks have hatched! KS2 Easter Service at St Cuthbert’s Church
LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 37 36 LGJS Cross Country Meet and Y4 wellbeing - staying hydrated with Mrs Eid! WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK EYFS Easter Bonnet Parade House Music Well-being with Mrs Eid Rosslyn Park National Schools Rugby 7s Tournament
38 World Book Day 2023 WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK 39 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 Y3 Roman Day
Y5 Victorian tour of Leicester City Centre WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 40 Our whole school united again in our dazzling best, to celebrate the coronation of a glorious King! A wonderful day filled with happiness and laughter. Y2 expressed their fearsome side, embarking on a day of Pirate activities and taking no prisoners during Pirate Day at Beaumanor Hall. April 41 King Charles III Coronation Celebration Day
43 Y2 Pirate Day at Beaumanor Hall LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 42 WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK Reception children enjoying their African Drumming Workshop Y6 designing and making moving vehicles Beautiful Y4 artwork
Great Fire of London with Y1 and Y6 French Trip WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 44 A wealth of opportunities for all of our children, from Kinders to Year 6. All bravely embarking on challenging and deeply rewarding trips and activities throughout the month. Treasured memories and friendships being made through teamwork and new experiences. A trip to Windmill Farm Park for Kinders. The children were thrilled by the whole experience, from getting on the big bus to feeding the goats. Ma 45 Y4 at Grafham Water residential
47 46 Kinders visit Windmill Farm WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 LGJS Strings Summer Concert
LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 49 48 Anay competing in IAPS Golf Tournament, Morning Mile with Mr Harrison, English Schools Swimming Finalists and 2023 Talent Show WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK Y5 Everdon River field trip Y3 Forest School Y1 Enchanted Woodland Day Y5 clay art with LGS
June WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 51 50 The school year has come to an end with numerous celebrations and events. The pupils had a fantastic time during various residential trips, and they impressed us with their courage and accomplishments during a magnificent Sports Week. A glittering Prize Giving was the perfect way to celebrate and conclude all that was achieved over a wonderful year at LGJS. KS1 and KS2 Sports Day and Sports Week Tennis Masterclass
LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 53 52 LGJS Prize Giving and Whole school workout fun with the LGJS PE Dept WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK Y3 Big School Camp Connie and Mr Harrison at IAPS U10 National Swimming Finals
54 Y5 Bushcraft Residential to Cu ey Park, Y5 Science lesson with Mrs Green, Y6 Leavers Party at the LGS Pavilion and our brave Y6 Triathletes WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK 55 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 Y3 Brazil Day Y2 Art Exhibition
Head Girl LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2022 - 2023 57 56 Head Boy Aiden Downes Sylvia Vaughan Smith WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at LGJS! I have made so many friends, had so many wonderful experiences and made memories that I will remember forever. I was honoured to be chosen as Head Boy and I have really appreciated every aspect of my role. LGJS gives you so many di erent opportunities; there is something for everyone to enjoy and get involved with. I have especially loved my Science lessons and all the brilliant sporting activities I have been part of over the years. The Year 5 and 6 residential trips were also an amazing highlight as we all had so much fun together! From being in Kinders, all the way up to being in Year 6, I have had a fantastic time at school. I have loved every single minute of being an LGJS pupil and my time here will always be something I cherish and look back on with pride. Being Head Girl has been amazing! I have helped in so many things I cannot choose a favourite. The sta have been amazing, and they have guided us as LGJS pupils through the first steps of our childhood right to being ‘tweens’ in Year 6! I think if I had to pick three memorable moments in year six, they would be: • Narrating the EYFS nativity at Christmastime • Going on our French trip to the north of France • The last week of term when all the year 6 teachers, helpers and parents organised so many things for us to do and most of all enjoy! I’m going to miss every single teacher as we move on and good luck to everyone going on to your next year at school or even a completely new school! Really do enjoy your time being in your new class as the time flies past! Especially good luck to the Year 6 teachers and Year 3 teachers with swapping classrooms! Good luck to new teachers, Prefects and pupils!
58 Leavers Katie Tutt WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK Thirty-one years, that’s how long I’ve been at Leicester Grammar Junior School. I’m pleased to say that’s way over half my life! I started at Evington Hall in 1992, taking over the running of St Paul’s Convent and I knew this was going to be special the first time I heard the singing of the Lord’s Prayer at the end of the first Friday’s assembly. I still get goose-bumps every time I hear it! The building had a unique feeling felt by everyone who entered. The regal staircase, the old chapel, carved marble fireplaces, and the enormous floor-to-ceiling double doors. It certainly was a building ready to entertain all who entered. Rumours of a move began at least ten years before the actual event and at one point we thought we were all moving to Stoughton Farm Park! Would the school ever be the same? I must admit I was sceptical, however, to quote our school song, it’s hearts that make a school, and 15 years in, this unique atmosphere remains. I certainly feel extremely privileged to have had the opportunity to teach at this school, I have made lifelong friends along the way, as well as giving my children such a solid, secure, exceptional education. LGJS continues to evolve and although it is good to take the time to reminisce, it’s important to look to the future too. Goodbye LGJS, and here’s to many more successful years. I have been at LGJS for nearly 9 years and would honestly say that I have enjoyed every one of those years. During my time I have had the privilege of working with some fabulous people who I would now call friends, met some amazing parents who I’ve enjoyed many a chat and a laugh with, but above all absolutely brilliant children. The highlight of my days were always when I would have to go into the classrooms, especially Kinders and Reception where I always got a big hello and in some cases a big hug. I will certainly miss every aspect of life in this lovely school and only wish the very best to the management, sta and students for the future. I will take away some great memories. Leavers Yvonne Partridge Design & Print : blueappleeducation.com 13848/09/2023
Leicester Grammar Junior School London Road | Great Glen | LE8 9FL T: 0116 259 1950 E: junioro ce@leicestergrammar.org.uk W: www.lgs-junior.org.uk /LGS_Junior /LGS_Junior /leicestergrammarjuniorschool ISI EXCELLENT in both categories November 2019
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