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Dear Parents & Carers,
It was lovely to see so many of you at the FTS barbecue and picnic last Friday evening. We were truly blessed with the weather, and it was a pleasure to see so many happy children and parents around the school.
Moving to this week, there has been much hard work and effort, both in and out of the classroom (including year group walks to the Roseland and Bodmin Moor), and we have played host to ‘coastal nets’ who have, on behalf of Truro Golf Club, installed netting behind the Lovett Hall and Grassby Building to close the gaps in the treeline that were opened so rudely by Storm Goretti in January. With the fencing in place, the overseeding complete and the grass growing rapidly, we are almost at the point where we can put Storm Goretti behind us – just in time for the autumn equinox and the forthcoming winter!
Please note that there are several important messages contained in the Notices Section below. Please do scroll down further in this Bulletin.
In our message for the week, we encouraged the children to reflect on one of the most important, but also one of the most challenging, virtues: ‘forgiveness’.
During our Prep School assembly, we explored the remarkable true story of Louie Zamperini, the American Olympic athlete, prisoner of war and speaker whose life was transformed by his decision to forgive those who had caused him great suffering. Whilst the details of his story are extraordinary, the message we drew from it was one that is relevant to us all.
We considered how, when we feel ‘wronged’, bitterness and resentment can gradually dominate our thoughts and influence our behaviour. Louie’s life illustrated how easy it can be to become trapped by anger, and how liberating it can be to let go of that anger through forgiveness. His story reminded us that forgiveness is not a sign of weakness; rather, it requires great strength of character.
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Of course, the challenges we face are very different from those experienced by Louie Zamperini, but life in a busy school community inevitably presents plenty of opportunities for us to practise forgiveness. Friendships occasionally become strained, misunderstandings arise, games do not always go as hoped, and people sometimes say or do things that upset others, often without intending to do so. We discussed how easy it can be, when we feel hurt or wronged, to become defensive and to focus upon what others have done to us. Such attitudes can lead to further resentment and can prevent us from appreciating the many positive aspects of school life. By contrast, forgiveness allows us to move on from negative experiences, restore relationships, and focus our attention on the opportunities and friendships that bring us joy.
A central theme of our discussions was that forgiveness does not mean pretending that hurtful actions never happened. Rather, it means choosing not to allow those actions to control our thinking or spoil our enjoyment of the many positive things around us.
I concluded the assembly by reminding the children of the £86400 analogy:
Imagine you had £86,400 in an account and someone stole £10 from you. Would you throw away the remaining $86,390 by being upset all day? Of course not!
Since there are 86,400 seconds in a day, the lesson is: If something small goes wrong (the “stolen £10”), don’t let it ruin the rest of your day (the remaining 86,390 seconds). Instead, try to forgive, move on and focus on the positives.
Ultimately, we encourage the children to see forgiveness as a gift that benefits not only the person who receives it, but also the person who gives it.
I wish you all a wonderful weekend with your lovely children and hope that you will forgive me for this rather lengthy sermon!
With every good wish,
Rob
Rob Morse
Head of Prep
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Senior School Open Morning Saturday 3rd October
Our Senior School Open Morning on Saturday 3 October 2026 is a wonderful opportunity to explore the next stage of your child’s Truro School journey and discover all that Senior School life has to offer.
During the morning, you will have the opportunity to hear from our Head about life and learning at Truro School, explore our beautiful campus with one of our pupil tour guides, meet teachers and current pupils, visit academic departments and take part in a range of interactive activities, and discover the opportunities available both inside and outside the classroom.
Please sign up to attend here: Register for Open Morning
The Open Morning is designed to give families a real insight into life at the Senior School, from our broad and inspiring curriculum to the extensive co-curricular opportunities, pastoral care and individual support that help every pupil to thrive.
It is also a great chance to see how we support pupils as they move from Prep School into Senior School, ensuring they feel confident, happy and ready to make the most of every opportunity.
Whether your child is already planning their move to the Senior School or you would simply like to find out more about the years ahead, we would be delighted to welcome you and answer any questions you may have.
For those with children in Year 6, please also save the date for our Year 6 Activity Morning on Saturday 7 November.
We hope to see you and your family on 3 October and look forward to welcoming you to the Senior School.
With best wishes,
Sarah, Matt and Jemima
Truro School Admissions Team
[email protected]
Non-Uniform Day Friday 26th September
Dear Parents and Carers,
As part of our school’s commitment to supporting local charities and causes, we will be joining schools, nurseries and colleges across Cornwall in a collective fundraising initiative for the Children’s Cancer Unit Fund at Royal Cornwall Hospital.
This is a cause that is particularly close to all of our hearts, and we are proud to support the incredible work carried out by the Children’s Cancer Unit Fund.
As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we will be holding a Non-Uniform Day on Friday 25 September 2026 to help raise vital funds for children and families facing cancer treatment here in Cornwall. We suggest a donation of £1 per child.
Every year, children from across Cornwall spend days, weeks and sometimes months in hospital, away from their friends, schools and the comfort of home. The Children’s Cancer Unit Fund works tirelessly to provide support, comfort and special experiences for these young people and their families during some of the most challenging times of their lives.
Although this is our first year taking part, last year’s county-wide fundraising effort enabled the charity to provide:
VR headsets and music therapy
Family events and sibling support
Christmas assistance
Bereavement services
Essential items for families
Toys, games and activity resources for children
Deborah Charles, Play Specialist at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, explains:
“Your support truly makes a difference beyond treatment, helping create comfort, smiles and lasting memories for children and families facing cancer. Please support this year’s fundraiser to help us continue this vital work.”
Form teachers will be sharing the information with their tutees and encouraging them to take part.
Together, we can make a real difference to local children and families who need our support.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do contact your child’s form tutor or me. We are mindful that some of our pupils may have personal experiences of cancer through family or friends, and we will of course take a sensitive and supportive approach when discussing these issues.
Thank you for your support.
Kind Regards,
Sian Cadwallader
Catering Updates
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope that this letter finds you well and that you have settled back into the school routine.
As we have now completed two weeks of the new term, I wanted to take this opportunity to share some exciting developments within our catering provision at Truro School Prep, which remains an important part of our commitment to the health, wellbeing and happiness of your children.
Firstly, I am delighted to welcome Alex Bates as our new Chef Manager. Alex brings a wealth of catering expertise gained across a number of organisations, most recently at The Great Cornish Food Store in Truro. We are thrilled to have her join our team with her enthusiasm and experience.
I am also pleased to share that, following a recent visit from the Environmental Health Officer, the school achieved a 5-star food hygiene rating.
Those parents who have had the opportunity to view our Autumn Term menu will have seen that we are offering a wide variety of freshly prepared, cooked meals, alongside simpler and more familiar options for children who are still developing their tastes.
Our intention is to ensure that every child has access to enjoyable, nutritious food whilst feeling comfortable and supported at mealtimes.
To further strengthen our approach, the menus have been reviewed and signed off by an external dietician, ensuring that we provide a balanced selection of all the essential food groups and support the nutritional needs of our pupils.
We are also preparing for the forthcoming changes to the Government’s School Food Standards, expected to be introduced from September 2027. Although we are an independent school and may not be subject to all of the same statutory requirements, we believe it is important to align our catering provision with these standards wherever appropriate.
Our commitment to providing the very best for the children extends to the food we serve, and we want to ensure that our menus reflect current nutritional guidance and best practice.
Alongside providing nutritious and varied meals, we are working with the children to gently encourage them to try new foods and broaden their food choices. We recognise that every child develops at their own pace, and our aim is to create a positive and supportive environment in which children can explore unfamiliar flavours and ingredients without pressure.
To this end, we always have a plain version such as pasta or baked potatoes available should the child find the main course difficult to eat. We also offer on a daily basis an alternative protein source such as cheese and eggs alongside salads such as cucumber, tomatoes and carrot and of course our daily homemade soup and bread.
We are continually looking for creative ways to recognise and reward children when they are willing to try something new, celebrating their efforts and encouraging them to develop a positive relationship with food.
I am confident that, with Alex and the catering team’s expertise and commitment, we will continue to build on the improvements we are making and provide the children with meals that are nutritious, varied and enjoyable.
Should you have any questions about our catering provision, or if you would like to discuss your child’s individual dietary requirements, food preferences or any concerns surrounding mealtimes, please do not hesitate to contact me.
We are keen to work in partnership with you to ensure that every child feels supported and that their individual needs are understood and appropriately catered for.
With best wishes,
Marie Bluck
Operations Manager
Email: [email protected]
Driving to School Safely
Firstly, thank you to everyone for adhering to the ‘no right turn’ into or out of the school drive.
Please can we take this opportunity to note that we have been contacted by our neighbours in the Lowen Bre estate, who have kindly requested that parents refrain from turning down the Lowen Bre private estate. This is due to the residents’ concerns that such action is unsafe and will cause an accident.
The correct course of action is to proceed to the Treliske roundabout before returning on the A390 and turning left into the school drive.
Many thanks.
Truro Prep House Music Competitions – Autumn Term 2026
We are delighted to announce the first of this year’s two House Music competitions. The Solo Performance Competition will open for entries from Monday 21st September.
This much-loved annual event continues to showcase the fantastic musical talents of our pupils and always provides a wonderful variety of performances.
How to Enter
Please email recordings to Ms Renshaw at [email protected].
We are fortunate to have an excellent team of visiting music teachers who are often happy to help pupils make recordings at school. Families are equally welcome to record performances at home.
While an accompaniment is not required, it can enhance a performance. Accompaniments may be live or provided via a backing track.
Competition Final
Following the submission stage, pupils will select the finalists during House Assemblies. The final will take place on Friday 16 October at 2.15pm in the Assembly Hall, where a visiting adjudicator will judge the performances and award the results.
Parents and families of all finalists selected will be warmly invited to attend and support the pupils at the final.
House Singing Competition
Later in the term, we will also be welcoming back the ever-popular House Singing Competition. Staff will work with their Houses to prepare a festive performance of a popular Christmas song.
The competition final will be held in school for pupils only. However, families will have the opportunity to enjoy all four House performances at our Annual Christmas Concert on Monday 7 December at Truro Methodist Church.
Further details about this exciting event will be shared later in the term.
Winter Wellness: A Few Medical Care Reminders from Mrs Cameron
A couple of medical reminders, now the season of winter bugs is upon us!
1. Colds, Coughs & Sore Throats
It’s that time of year when most of us are fending off some sort of cold or sore throat! Children are encouraged to attend school if they feel well enough to learn and do not have a high temperature (38°C+).
· Medication at School: If you have given your child pain relief (such as Calpol) before school and need us to administer a second dose during the day, please fill out a Medication Permission Form. You can collect one from the Reception Office or request a copy via email.
· Providing Medicine: While we hold a small stock of children’s paracetamol and ibuprofen, we always appreciate parents/guardians sending in a dedicated supply for their child. Please hand any medication directly to a member of staff in its original packaging, clearly labelled with your child’s name, so it can be stored safely in the Medical Care Room should it ever be needed.
2. Hydration and Water Bottles
Please ensure your child brings a named water bottle to school every day. We are seeing a high number of children visiting the Medical Care Room with headaches caused simply by dehydration. Staying well-hydrated is one of the easiest ways to support their immune systems and keep bugs at bay, so we would love your help in reminding them to take their bottle and drink regularly throughout the day.
3. Sickness/Diarrhoea
To protect the school community and limit the spread of stomach bugs, children must remain at home until a full 48 hours have passed since their last episode of vomiting or diarrhoea.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping everyone healthy!Stay well!
Mrs Cameron
Medical Care Lead
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