REVIEW Leicester Grammar Junior School 2023 - 2024
At Leicester Grammar Junior School, our school values underpin all that we aspire to achieve. Whether inside the classroom, up in the music department, down in the laboratory or out on the playground, we are working hard to become the very best version of ourselves, bringing out the very best in others. Curiosity is the spark that ignites the flame of learning in all children. At LGJS, this natural inquisitiveness can lead to remarkable discoveries and a lifelong passion for knowledge. When we ask questions, we look to seek answers and also to learn to think critically and independently. We love problem-solving, finding out and making connections! When we are curious, we open up a realm of understanding, turning our classrooms into a vibrant space where ideas flourish – along with our plants - and our imaginations soar. In our Review this year, you will see some of these ‘lightbulb’ moments captured and recorded and you will read about how the journey of ‘finding out’ is never quite over! Headteacher Introduction Sophia Ashworth Jones
LGJS pupils know all about having a positive mindset – one that transforms challenges into opportunities for growth, building themselves into confident learners who are not afraid to venture into uncharted territories. Be curious and enjoy our Review! Be prepared to be ‘wowed’ by our pupils’ energy and thirst for knowledge, on their quest to become lifelong learners, 3 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
September 4 Advent term brings the excitement of possibilities as we start a fresh new year at LGJS, our reunited school is once again alive and buzzing with pupils and staff. Curious minds were warmly greeted with biophilic concepts carefully designed to encourage and inspire - our physical and mental well-being is enriched by our connection to natural surroundings and new spaces to thrive. House Captains 2023 - 2024 WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
5 Important school roles were filled by proud pupils. Congratulations! A warm welcome for Cookie and Marmalade! LGJS School Council Mrs Regan and her choir filling the new LGJS Hive with song 2023 - 2024 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
October Settled comfor ably into the rhythm of school life, we came together to joyfully embrace the transition of seasons with heartfelt songs, uplifting poetry, and generous contributions at our effusive Harvest celebrations. 6 Embracing #HelloYellow to mark World Mental Health Day. Our children are encouraged to open up to trusted adults about difficult subject. Sharing worries can alleviate stress and reduce anxiety. WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
7 LGJS Harvest Celebrations LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
November 8 The staff at LGJS play a crucial role in fostering artistic and scientific discoveries and kick-starting the sporting and academic journeys of our students – our co-curricular programme is bursting with opportunity. Their support and encouragement across all areas of the curriculum helps cultivate a sense of curiosity and drive, empowering the students to reach new heights in their endeavours. WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
9 Art Club poppies formed part of the Great Glen community remembrance Odd Sock Day fun LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
10 Y3 pumpkin artwork inspired by Yayoi Kusama Remembrance Day 2024 WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
11 Y2 Street Detectives LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
December 12 We fully embrace the spirit of Christmas savouring jubilant services, special festive activities and exciting outings. Our children shone brightly as they performed in glittering Nativity plays. The music, performances, and costumes were truly breath-taking. WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
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14 ITV visit to film our Nativity WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
15 Friends of LGJS logo competition Christingle at Leicester Cathedral Y6 WWII Day LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
January Taking care of our students is our top priority. Our weekly well-being sessions, led by Mrs. Strong, have proven to be very popular. We have also had the pleasure of welcoming exciting visitors into our school, enriching our students’ education and adding an extra sprinkle of magic to our days. A highlight for our Year 6 students was an exciting day with the Young Shakespeare Company. 16 WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
17 Y2 Innovate Day! Utterly Butterly Ukulele! Young Shakespeare Company with Y6 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
Y6 Prefect Breakfast. Both staff and students felt very special indeed as they enjoyed pastries in the Library Loft. 18 U11 Hockey & Rugby WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
19 Storyteller Chris Connaughton with Reception. Fun during well-being sessions LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
February 20 Throughout LGJS this month, love was the prevailing theme. The entire school came together for a delightful Doodle Breakfast, where we shared pastries, selfexpression, creativity and kindness. The Kind Words event in Kinders celebrated each child by highlighting their uniqueness and expressing why they were loved. WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
21 Y1 & 2 with author Pippa Goodhart Happiness Heroes meeting Impressive instrumental performances Kinders Party: ‘We Love You Because’ LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
22 Doodle Breakfast! WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
23 Y3 students enjoyed a thrilling day filled with exciting Roman challenges. LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
March 24 The school was awash with imagination and energy as we got into character for World Book Day celebrations, indulged in vibrant musical performances during our hotly anticipated House Music Competition, and danced our hearts out at Reception’s Royal Ball. LGJS also gathered to celebrate Easter, supported throughout with great enthusiasm by our LGJS community. WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
25 A spectacular array of colour and costumes for World Book Day Kinders on the hunt for Easter treats LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
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27 Pupils in fine voice at St Cuthbert’s Chruch, Great Glen House Music Competition Y2 Taking Warwick Castle by storm LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
28 Trinity Term begins with a burst of colour thanks to our PE department and Friends of LGJS, raising funds for the Alder Hey children’s charity and Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group, with our first ever Mini-Marathon Colour Run! The donations were extremely generous, and the event was a great spectacle, true to LGJS style! April WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
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30 Y6 Dance workshop Rosslyn Park National Schools Rugby 7’s Tournament WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
31 Y6 Sports Leaders Y5 Rivers field trip Reception African Drumming Workshop LGS Trust golfing excellence LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
32 This month, all year groups have a calendar full of opportunities. Children are full of new knowledge and learning from their experiences outside of school on exciting trips and residential visits. They made unforgettable memories and formed strong bonds with their classmates. May WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
33 Y4 Grafham Water Reception O Assembly Y2 Pirate Day at Beaumanor Hall Y1 Great Fire of London LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
34 Our students have been striving for their best and exceeding expectations in all areas with the support of our entire community here at LGJS. It has been an excellent year, and we are immensely proud of them. Their outstanding efforts were recognised in a delightful prize-giving ceremony at the end of the year. June & July WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
35 Y3 Big School Camp Y6 STEM success – Greenpower Goblin Kit Car LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
36 Amazing achievements during LGJS Sports Days 2024 WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
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38 Y3 Brazil Day WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
39 A fabulous Y6 Production Y6 Triathlon Y5 Cuffley Woods LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
40 EYFS Special Person Breakfast Reception Mini Beasts WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
41 Kinders at Windmill Farm Park LGJS Winning entry for the Great Glen ‘Save Our Village Hall’ competition LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
42 Head Girl Maqsooda Arif My time at the LGJS was 7 years, but it seems to have passed in the blink of an eye. I had so many opportunities as part of the Junior School with music, sports and art. The lessons in science and English were so enthralling and stimulating at the same time (always with an exciting twist!). Thank you to all of my incredible teachers for keeping me safe, keeping me smart and best of all, keeping me happy! Good luck to next year’s Head Girl - I’m sure you deserve it! I hope you cherish every moment and enjoy it as much as I have! WWW.LGS-JUNIOR.ORG.UK
Head Boy Charlie Hardwicke Being head boy has been brilliant. I was a bit nervous when I first found out but I was excited about the year ahead and it has turned out better than I could have hoped! I’ve loved the challenges and the opportunity to be involved with activities across the school – from the festive fun of narrating the Kinders & Reception nativity, to the respectful laying of the wreath on Remembrance Day and the atmospheric readings in the candlelit cathedral at Christingle, I’ve been proud to take part in some of the most memorable moments of the LGJS calendar. It’s also been my last year at LGJS, having joined in Kinders. Highlights of this year have been our trip to France (and particularly the yummy snails!), the excitement of representing the school with my rugby teammates at Rosslyn Park Sevens and the Year 6 triathlon – I will never forget having the whole school cheering our names as we went round the course. I will remember my time at LGJS with a smile – class assemblies, whole school celebrations, Sports Week, trips in the minibus, great teachers and fabulous friends. Good luck to all of next year’s Year 6 – enjoy yourselves, it will fly by! LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024 43
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Leavers Henry Harrison I am feeling incredibly sad as I write this after four wonderful years at Leicester Grammar Junior School. Changes can be subtle or obvious. During my time here, we have experienced both types of changes, and I am very proud to have been a part of a school that continues to inspire and support its staff to provide the best education for our students. With a new staff in the department, and plenty of innovation, we have seen positive results. Our students feel empowered on the sports field, are confident to succeed, and, most importantly, understand that sports can drive their success in all aspects of life. I have been proud of many things, from reaching national finals to hosting festivals and giving high-fives to all the Kindergarten students as I walk past them in the corridor. I am forever thankful to LGJS, as my two children, William and Thea, have flourished here with me. They are sad to be leaving. Our next step in our adventure is Bilton Grange in Rugby, but don’t worry, you’ll still see me at fixtures and visits, I am sure. 45 LEICESTER GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL 2023 - 2024
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