Dear Poole House Boys and Parents/Carers, 

What a week. It has been absolutely brilliant to see all the boys throwing themselves into the many activities that have been orgainsed, and hearing about all the fantastic adventures that have been going on. From trips to Beamish, to surfing lessons, to Newcastle University open days, the boys have had some excellent experiences. Last week finished on a high with Sports Day. Although the overall results may not have gone in our favor, the attitude and sportsmanship shown from all the boys was a pleasure to witness. Every boy who attended the day competed in at least one event, and it was great. Well done to School House for being the overall winners of the boys event. The final race of the day did bring some joy to Poole House as the staff relay team managed to bring home the win. 

We say goodbye to three of our tutors at the end of this term as they move into different roles within the school; Mrs Melville, Ms Black, and Mrs Gordon. I am sure all the boys will agree with me when I say that all three will be hugely missed. On behalf of Poole House, I thank them all for their support, guidance, and hard work over the years. 

I would also like to take the opportunity to thank all the boys for their efforts throughout the year across all areas of school life, both inside and outside of the classroom. There have been a great variety of amazing success stories, and I am excited to see what the future brings. The parents also deserve a special mention for their support throughout the year as well. It really is appreciated by all the staff. 

Finally, I wish all our leaving Pooleites the best of luck for the future and thank them for everything they have done. It is not goodbye but see you soon. Once a Pooleite, always a Pooleite. 

Future Dates 

2nd Sept

9.00am-4.30pm Durham School induction day for new pupils. 

10.00am New Boarders arrival 

6.00pm Durham School Boarders Welcome Dinner 

3rd Sept 

Start of term 8.30am 

Sports Focus

Saturday 29th June 

Under-17s V Dame Allans Won 

Pooleites involved, Cael B, William W 

Under-15s V Dame Allans lost 

Pooleites involved, Mason B, Roan S, Tom B, Kaidon P, Joseph S 

Under-14s V Dame Allans Won 

Pooleites involved, Oliver J, Declan B, Bobby C, Charles M, Connor B, Isaac A, Payam C, Dominic W

Under-13s A and B V Aysgarth both matches abandoned 

Pooleites involved, Henry W, Abhinav V, James M, Henry E, Sebastian W, Fred S, Kai M, 

Under-15s Cricket festival held at Haileybury School, played 3 won 1 lost 2 

Pooleites involved, Harry F, William W, Roan S, Mason B, Tom B, Declan B, Oliver J 

Academic Achievements 

Congratulations to the following Pooleites for achieving the Lauds this week: 

Year 8 

Edward C, Charlie G 

Year 9 

Declan B 

Have a wonderful, happy and healthy Summer. 

LET POOLE FLOURISH 

Respect, Enjoy, Develop