At the end of the Spring Term, we said goodbye to Mrs Porritt after 30 years of teaching at Holmewood.
Having first joined us in 1996, Mrs Porritt has built up the fabulous girls’ sports programme from all but scratch, been a fantastic form teacher and tutor, a fabulous Yew Housemistress for 15 years and, before that a House Tutor in Yew for 10 years. A much-loved teacher, she has shaped the lives of countless pupils through her warmth, integrity and encouragement.
“Thank you for teaching me healthy competitiveness, good sportsmanship and so many sports that I love and still play today” – former pupil.
“What’s always stood out about Mrs Porritt is the way she helps students believe in themselves. She has a real gift for showing young people they’re capable of more than they think - on and off the court - encouraging resilience, perseverance, and true sportsmanship. She’s taught generations how to handle both wins and setbacks with confidence and grace. Thank you, Mrs Porritt, for your endless enthusiasm, your dedication, and for somehow surviving 30 years of minibus journeys filled with questionable singing!” – former pupil and current parent.
We thank Mrs Porritt for everything she has given to the school and for all she has done for girls’ sport over her time here. Goodbye, good luck and thank you, Mrs Porritt. Enjoy your retirement - you deserve it
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Holmewood House offers an enriching programme of trips throughout the year, designed to enhance learning and create unforgettable experiences.
Recent examples include:
Year 5 had a fantastic visit to Eastbourne to see The Boy at the Back of the Class - a brilliant, thought-provoking play, and the children were an amazing audience. They also loved exploring the Ravilious and Turner exhibitions at the Towner Gallery. With Mr Johnson`s booklet in hand, they carefully studied textures in Ravilious` work and created soft pencil shades inspired by Turner.
Reception had a fantastic trip to Drusilla`s Zoo to round off their animals topic for the term. They saw the animals they`ve been learning about up close, discovered amazing facts, watched the penguins being fed, and even enjoyed a train ride around the zoo. A wonderful time was had by all!
Year 1 spent an inspiring day at Wilderness Wood, fully immersed in the wonders of the forest. They tried leaf printing by hammering on to fabric to print the colour of the plant; worked brilliantly in teams to build imaginative dens among the trees, and sculpted woodland creatures from clay, taking inspiration from their surroundings.
#LearningBeyondTheClassroom #SchoolTrips #HolmewoodHouseSchool #TunbridgeWells
Holmewood House offers an enriching programme of trips throughout the year, designed to enhance learning and create unforgettable experiences.
Recent examples include:
Year 5 had a fantastic visit to Eastbourne to see The Boy at the Back of the Class - a brilliant, thought-provoking play, and the children were an amazing audience. They also loved exploring the Ravilious and Turner exhibitions at the Towner Gallery. With Mr Johnson's booklet in hand, they carefully studied textures in Ravilious' work and created soft pencil shades inspired by Turner.
Reception had a fantastic trip to Drusilla's Zoo to round off their animals topic for the term. They saw the animals they've been learning about up close, discovered amazing facts, watched the penguins being fed, and even enjoyed a train ride around the zoo. A wonderful time was had by all!
Year 1 spent an inspiring day at Wilderness Wood, fully immersed in the wonders of the forest. They tried leaf printing by hammering on to fabric to print the colour of the plant; worked brilliantly in teams to build imaginative dens among the trees, and sculpted woodland creatures from clay, taking inspiration from their surroundings.
#LearningBeyondTheClassroom #SchoolTrips #HolmewoodHouseSchool #TunbridgeWells
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