Bob Meakin, Deputy Headmaster & Head of Senior School

Dear Parents & Carers

Our HSC examinations have continued for the Class of 2023 this week, and I’m sure the students and parents alike are delighted that we have reached the halfway point. Please keep our IBDP students in your thoughts as their final examinations commence on Monday with Global Politics. We wish our second cohort of IBDP students the very best.

Last Thursday, saw the launch of our cricket season at Dangar Oval; a very special thank you to Mr Aidan Tudehope for hosting the season’s commencement. It was an excellent community event with students across all Year Groups mingling and enjoying small-sided games as well as a BBQ. Tomorrow afternoon also marks the launch of our rowing season.

I would like to acknowledge the many music students who are currently rehearsing every Sunday for their December tour to Europe. This is a huge commitment on top of an already six-day week. I would also like to thank the students preparing for the Junior Drama Production of Great Expectations; this commences on Wednesday 1 November, and we wish our students the very best with their preparations.

Ms Chloe Hardwick-Jones, our Head of Languages, who is currently on maternity leave, has accepted a position at SCEGGS Darlinghurst. We thank Chloe for her leadership of languages over many years. I am delighted to announce that Mr Marc Savic, the current Acting Head of Languages has been appointed to that position permanently from the commencement of 2024. Mr Savic has acted in the position for almost two years and is highly respected in the classroom, plus contributes hugely to our football programme. Congratulations, Mr Savic!

Finally, and most importantly, I have written to staff and Ms Sanders has written to all students regarding the upsetting news from the Middle East. These types of worldwide events are often very challenging to explain in real time rather than in a historical context. It would be easy for our young people to want to take sides and even join demonstrations that are occurring in our fine city. We, as a school, are here to support our students and staff who are currently struggling or have family or friends who are finding this time particularly challenging. We hope that our community is united and is supportive of one another at this difficult time.

Have a great week.

Best wishes,

Bob Meakin
Deputy Headmaster & Head of Senior School