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‘Big School’ milestones as St Peter’s Prep

Welcomed its Pupils for The First Day of

their School Journey

ith the commencement of the creating an environment where learning is not thinking, participating in the arts, preparing
new school year, the learning just a routine but a source of curiosity and fun,” for 21st-century life and acknowledging the
Wjourney officially began for the the Heads added. responsibility to look after God’s creation and
Grade 0s who started school for the first contribute to the community.
time at St Peter’s Prep Schools. St Peter’s Prep Schools, a Christian Diocesan
family of schools, provides single-sex education The St Peter’s teachers are lifelong learners who
Some pupils found the first day of school on a single campus. It houses both a Boys’ and stay updated on global trends while maintaining
emotional because they were away from Girls’ Prep School (Grades 0 to 7) and a co-ed strong values. The curriculum prioritises
their parents and did not spend time at Pre-Prep school (grades 000 to 00). building a solid foundation in perceptual and
home. However, the teachers ensured the early academic skills, integrating them into
first day was enjoyable and welcoming, The primary focus at St Peter’s has always the children’s overall education rather than
allowing the little ones to adapt easily and been on preserving a well-established ethos teaching them in isolation.
become part of the St Peter’s Family. developed over the years, aiming to ensure
equal opportunities for both genders within an Maintaining robust connections among the
Kenda Melvill-Smith and Leigh Lidgey, inclusive learning environment. teachers, pupils, and parents remains a key
Heads of St Peter’s Boys and Girls Junior focus. Together, they strive to prepare each
Preps, had this to say, “A warm welcome The emphasis on empowerment, positive child both academically and socially for their
to our newest members of the St Peter’s education philosophy, and self-realisation subsequent education phase.
Family as they step into the exciting world ensures pupils transition to a high grade with
of ‘Big School’!” The air buzzed with confidence, secure in their abilities, and free As St Peter’s Prep welcomes all their families,
enthusiasm as the children arrived, proudly from stereotypes. Children are nurtured, taught the school remains steadfast in its mission to
wearing their smart uniforms. resilience, and encouraged to become the best be ‘Ahead of the Game and Behind Every Child,’
version of themselves. wishing everyone a school journey filled with
As passionate educators and champions growth, achievements, memorable experiences,
of Early Childhood Education, the school St Peter’s values are characterised by informality success, and most of all happiness!
provides a setting that integrates younger yet professionalism, blending traditional and
children with the values of St Peter’s. progressive elements, founded on the six
pillars which encompass spirituality, physical
“Our sincere wish is for these children and capabilities, academic endeavours, cultural
their families to seamlessly integrate into our appreciation, emotional and social skills,
community, quickly feeling a sense of true and stewardship and service. These pillars
belonging. Let each school day be filled with guide individuals in making value-based
love, a feeling of safety and boundless joy, decisions, fostering creative and collaborative

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