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Tuesday 23 September 2025 Giving and Growing: Charity in Education One of the cornerstones of our educational philosophy is the cultivation of empathy and responsibility towards others. As we prepare for our Harvest celebrations, we are reminded of the importance of giving to those in need. This year, we once again invite families to contribute to our local Foodbanks, whose work makes a tangible difference in the lives of many in our community. Research shows that altruism has profound developmental benefits. A 2019 study from the University of British Columbia found that children who engage in charitable acts report higher levels of happiness and self-worth. Dr Thomas Lickona, a leading expert in character education, writes: “Moral life grows through practice. Children become caring by doing caring deeds.” Supporting the Lichfield and Rugeley Foodbanks provides children with a clear and meaningful way to see the impact of their generosity. It reminds them that education is not only about exams and lessons, but about learning to li

Monday 22 September 2025 Growing Minds engaging younger pupils This week, as part of the Growing Minds primary curriculum, Year 1 children have been planting acorns; Year 2 have collecting materials to set up a wormery; Year 3 have planted seeds to grow plug plants for the meadow; and Year 4 have learned how to forage for elderberries to make syrup. Mrs Hart, Forest School Lead

Friday 19 September 2025 How do we teach students to be creative?

Thursday 18 September 2025 We are ISA Performing Arts Finalists! We are delighted to have been selected as a Finalist in the ISA Award for Excellence in Performing Arts. This national award recognises the outstanding work independent schools across the UK and beyond are achieving in music, dance and drama.

Wednesday 17 September 2025 Enlighten Festival at the Cathedral September 26th, 27th and 28th 2025

Tuesday 16 September 2025 Kickboxing progression for Ruben Many congratulations to Ruben S (Year 3) who moved up a grade to a yellow and white belt in kickboxing last weekend. Ruben had to demonstrate a series of combinations made up of various punches and kicks, resulting in a score of 29/30.

Monday 15 September 2025 Eventing success for Luella and Jack Mack Luella H (Year 11) had a wonderful and very busy summer competing for her Irish Pony Club, The Killinicks. Luella successfully qualified for the All Ireland Pony Club Championships held in Tattersalls, Co. Meath, in August.

Friday 12 September 2025 Laurie and the Teddy Bear Festival As part of the village Teddy Bear Festival, Laurie H (Year 9) delighted visitors by playing the organ at St James' Church. Over two days, Laurie performed for nearly three hours, with the cheerful whistle of the Teddy Bear train ride adding to the atmosphere. His efforts were part of a wonderful community event that raised over £5,000 for a local charity. Congratulations, Laurie!

Thursday 11 September 2025 The importance of beginning positively It is a joy to welcome all our pupils and families back to a new academic year. The start of term is always a moment of promise: new notebooks, sharpened pencils, and a fresh chance to set goals. I am especially proud to reflect on the excellent summer results achieved by our pupils. These are a testament not only to their hard work, but also to the steadfast support of our teachers, other school staff, and families. Psychologists remind us that how we begin matters greatly. Carol Dweck's research on growth mindset highlights the value of approaching each challenge as an opportunity for development rather than a final judgment of ability. A positive beginning helps set this tone. Establishing consistent routines at home - such as regular bedtimes, organised school bags, and a dedicated time for prep -provides children with the structure they need to thrive. The American Psychological Association (2021) notes that children with strong home-school routines experience lower stress and hig

Wednesday 10 September 2025 RSCM Summer School A group of our choristers past and present attended this year's Royal School of Church Music Summer School, a week-long residential in Bath. They sang in many services and concerts culminating in the Sunday services at Bath Abbey. During the week as well as singing, they had workshops on how an organ works, conducting, and liturgy.

Tuesday 9 September 2025 Getting creative with polar bears This week Year 2 have been putting their creative skills to the test and they have been having a go at drawing and then painting some polar bears. The children were very mindful that whilst polar bears may appear 'white' at first glance, when we looked at them closer, there were many other colours in there. I was very proud of their work and I am sure you will agree their finished paintings are fabulous. Well done Year 2. Miss Hall, Year 2 Teacher

Monday 8 September 2025 New beginnings for Foundation Choir During Evensong on Sunday, Choristers and Choral Scholars were commissioned into their new roles in the Cathedral Choral Foundation. Jeremy S was commissioned as Dean's Head Chorister; Elijah C Precentor's Chorister; Milly T Head Chorister; Austin P Deputy Head Chorister; and Toby S Senior Chorister. Francesca B, Alina B-K, Isobel D, Laurie H and Henry K were commissioned into their roles as Head Chorister Emeriti. We welcomed Cordelia S and Clem R as Full Choristers. George B Sophie C, Quinn F, Oliver M and Henry N were all commissioned into the Choral Foundation as Choral Scholars. A particularly special welcome goes to our new Trainee Choristers Hugo B, Nancy O, Sophia T, Francesca H and Erin T. We wish everyone a very happy and successful year ahead. Mrs Barton, Lead Chorister Matron

Thursday 21 August 2025 Celebrating excellent GCSE results!

Thursday 14 August 2025 Excellent A Level and BTEC results!

Wednesday 13 August 2025 Remembering John Heath The John Heath Endowment Fund

Monday 28 July 2025 Monday Choirs through MusicShare From September, all of MusicShare's community choirs - Mini Voices, Young Voices, Youth Voices, Ladies Who Lark and City of Sanctuary Voices will rehearse on Mondays during term time.

Saturday 26 July 2025 Super sleepover for Year 4 For the first time ever, our Year 4 pupils took part in an unforgettable sleepover at Longdon and what an adventure it was!

Friday 25 July 2025 Sewing Club supporting House spirit Sewing Club were busy at the end of term preparing for Sports Day and House Music by making banners.

Thursday 24 July 2025 Interpreting Roman architecture through spaghetti! Year 7 Latin have been learning about Roman temples and they were challenged to construct a temple from spaghetti and marshmallows in just 15 minutes!

Wednesday 23 July 2025 Year 6 look forward to Year 7 in September Year 6 pupils celebrated the end of their time in the LCS Junior years with a special assembly.

Tuesday 22 July 2025 STEM day at Aston University for Year 8 pupils A group of Year 8 students recently visited Aston University for a Science and Technology Challenge Day. They completed 4 different activities that included E-FIT profiling technology, a robotics programming activity, a medical diagnostics and CPR activity and a vehicle design and engineering activity.

Monday 21 July 2025 Investigative science on shuffle day We recently had fun in Science on shuffle day (the day when the new pupils joining us in September in Year 7 spend the day in School with the current Year 6 pupils).

Saturday 19 July 2025 Ecology study in Beacon Park Recently, Year 7 went to Beacon Park in Lichfield to do study some ecology. They all completed three different activities including soil sampling, a botanical scavenger hunt and pond dipping.

Friday 18 July 2025 Can I Afford Private Schooling for My Child? Private school education is widely recognised for its advantages, yet many parents believe that it is financially beyond their grasp. In this guide, I will explore why this assumption is often wrong and give examples of how Lichfield Cathedral School supports families from diverse situations to make private schooling an attainable choice for their children.

Friday 18 July 2025 Year 6 entrepreneurs Year 6 became entrepreneurs last week to raise money for the Sebbie Hall Kindness Foundation. Working in teams, they had to plan, decorate and run a stall selling products or services. The rest of the school were invited to come and spend their money! There was a wide variety of innovative stalls including bowling, penalty shoot out, cupcakes and cookies.

Thursday 17 July 2025 French adventures for Years 7 and 8 On Friday, 4 July, 44 pupils from Years 7 and 8 plus 5 members of staff set off on a four-day trip to Northern France.

Wednesday 16 July 2025 Applied Maths solving practical problems Year 7 have been using their knowledge of nets over the past week to design and build their own mathematical villages.

Tuesday 15 July 2025 Reception discover Lichfield's history Thank you @jonos_tourism for a fabulous historical, tailor-made tour around Lichfield last week. The Reception pupils learnt about the people behind our House names - Garrick, Johnson, Darwin and Barber. However, the learning didn't stop there - during the afternoon the children took part in a walking tour of Lichfield Cathedral. A day full of facts and fun! Mrs Holihan

Monday 14 July 2025 Trinity Term Music-Making Round Up Well, what a musical term it has been! Almost as soon as we had returned from the Easter holidays then Years 5 & 6 were back in action, singing superbly as ever for the Dementia-Friendly Service in the Cathedral on Wednesday 30 April. We have built a really amazing partnership up with these services with pupils performing two songs, preparing gifts for the guests attending, and writing and reading prayers. You can see the palpable difference it makes to those suffering from this cruel illness as their response to the children is really heart-warming. The term ended as it begun as Year 5 & 6 pupils have taken part in the second Dementia-Friendly Service of the term, which was a joyful Songs of Praise, with hymns chosen by many of those attending from residential care homes.

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