12.09.2025 Senior Bulletin

Dear Parents, Guardians & Carers,

It has been a real joy to welcome our pupils back after the summer holidays. The corridors and classrooms are once again buzzing with energy and enthusiasm, and it is wonderful to see our young people looking so smart and fully engaged in their learning.

There is much to look forward to over the coming weeks, with important events and opportunities planned for every year group. You will have received an email from your child’s Head of Year with further details of this term’s events, including dates for our welcome meetings. We always enjoy meeting parents at these events and hope you find them valuable.

For those of you who are new to the Bulletin, please note, you can scroll down the page to find our weekly calendar, stories and notices. All of the Bulletins, and lots of other useful information, such as Term Dates, Uniform, Transport and links to the iSAMS Parent Portal can also be found in the parent section of the Truro School website.

Supporting Pupils

As the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, I have lead responsibility for the safeguarding and child protection of all pupils. I work with staff to guide support for pupils and meet regularly with pupils and colleagues from other agencies to ensure we hold all the necessary information to support our young people while they are in our care.

Our relationship with parents is key to building a strong support network around your child. You can help us by:

-Supporting appropriate and responsible use of mobile phones
-Talking with your child about online safety and how to make good choices
-Ensuring they are clear about their end-of-day arrangements and travel home
-Letting us know about any concerns so that we can work together

At school, we have a fantastic pastoral and safeguarding team ready to support pupils. Whatever the problem, pupils are encouraged to seek support through their tutor, Head of Year, a trusted member of staff, or use our dedicated support email: [email protected]

School Council

Next week, we are launching our School Council, bringing together representatives from different tutor groups and year groups. The Council is one way in which pupils can share their ideas and help shape how we continue to build a safe, happy, and inspiring learning community. I will update parents on the progress of our school council over this academic year.

Finally, thank you for your continued support in helping your child make such a positive start to the term.

I hope you and your family have a lovely weekend.

Miss E Mitchell

Deputy Head Pastoral

School News

Latest From Truro School

Senior Sports Roundup 12.09.25

As the first full week of the school year got underway, so too did an exciting array of sports fixtures and training sessions across Truro School.

Welcoming our New Chair of Governors

We are delighted to announce that Martin Ayliffe has been appointed as the new Chair of Governors at Truro School.

Coffee, catch-ups and new friendships formed

During the first few weeks of the new school year, the FTS hosts a number of coffee mornings at both Truro School and Truro School Prep to welcome new parents and welcome back existing ones.

Making Music at Truro School

The music classrooms were filled with a cacophony of joyful noise this afternoon as our Year 7 pupils received their new musical instruments.

Whole School Photo

Despite the inclement September weather, which brought with it sharp downpours and gusts of wind, our incredible pupils, students and staff were on their best behaviour for the biennial whole school photograph.

Boarding Roundup 12.09.25

It was a privilege to welcome our new boarders and watch them form friendships and familiarise themselves with the houses, school campus and wider city.

Wednesday Afternoon Enrichment

Every Wednesday afternoon, our standard timetable ends, and pupils can pick from over 30 different opportunities to embrace learning and development beyond the classroom during our Wednesday Afternoon Activities (WAA) programme.

Pupils Explore Rachael Coward Exhibition

Pupils have been exploring the latest installation in the Heseltine Gallery – Something Lost, Something Found by Rachael Coward – as part of their Wednesday Afternoon Activities.

Flying the Green Flag

Truro School is proud to announce that our Eco-Committee has once again been awarded the prestigious Eco-Schools Green Flag with Distinction.

An Ode to Tennis, on the Terrace

As part of the Celebration Garden transformation, we have introduced two vintage-style tennis umpire chairs. These charming additions serve as a nostalgic tribute to the days when the Terrace was regularly used for tennis matches, offering a subtle nod to the school’s rich history.

Game-On!

Our new Year 7 pupils kicked off their first Games session of the term, with girls taking on hockey and the boys, rugby.

Weekly Calendar

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School Notices

Messages & Downloads

Autumn Term Clubs and WAA

We’re pleased to share that the Autumn Term Clubs and Activities list is now available via the link below.

Thank you.

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Parents On-Site During the School Day

A polite reminder that parents should not be on-site during the school day (8.45am – 5.00pm) unless under the following circumstances:

· You have a scheduled appointment with a member of staff. In this case, you must sign in at Reception at the front of the school.
· You are spectating at a school sports fixture. In this case, you must sign in and out at the SBA Sports Centre Reception.
· You are visiting the Truro School Café during its opening hours (8.00am – 10.30am and 3.00pm – 4.15pm). If visiting the Café, you must sign in and out using the tablet in the Café. Parents and visitors should not be in the Café outside of these hours.

If you are collecting your child from school, please park and wait in the designated parking area outside of the Sports Centre.

Our pupils are taught about site supervision and safety including what to do if they see an adult on site during the day without a visitor badge or staff badge. Please help our pupils to keep safe by following these safeguarding procedures.

Thank you.

FTS Coffee Mornings

Thank you to all who attended this week’s FTS coffee mornings.

For those unable to attend, there will be monthly FTS Coffee Morning for all parents and guardians on the first Friday of every month. The next event will be on Friday 3 October.

These events are held after drop off in the Truro School Cookery Cafe. They are a great chance to meet other parents and have a chat over a cup of coffee. Everyone is welcome, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Please find further information in the posters below.

FTS AGM

The Friends of Truro School (FTS) AGM will be held on 6th October, from 11am – 1pm in the Heseltine Gallery, Truro School.

All are welcome to attend. For any queries, please email [email protected]

Printmaking Workshops

Something Lost, Something Found is an exhibition by artist in residence Rachael Coward. It features sculpture, ceramics & prints inspired by exploring rural identity, memory, and the thresholds between loss and discovery.

Saturday 6 September – Sunday 5 October 2025, 10am-3pm.

Workshops

Rachael will also be running some workshops alongside the show that are open to all.

Gelli Plate Printmaking – Saturday 13th September, 10am–1pm

ONLY TWO SPACES LEFT

🎨 Printmaking Without A Press – Saturday 27th September 10am-1pm

£45 per person, all materials included & suitable for all abilities. Please email [email protected] to book your place.

Hall Rental Opportunity

The Lovett Hall at the Prep School is now available to hire on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:00–9:30pm.

If you need a large, versatile space in Truro for community groups, clubs, fitness classes, rehearsals, performances, or sporting practice, get in touch with our events team to find out more: [email protected] or 01872 246059.

Invitation for Old Truronian (OT) Parents

Calling all OT parents!

We are delighted to invite you to the 102nd Annual Alumni Reunion Dinner on Saturday 18 October.

This special evening celebrates our Truro School alumni community, and current parents who are also Old Truronians (former pupils) are especially encouraged to attend. Friends and family are very welcome as guests.