Hatherop Comes Together to Remember

Remembrance Day was marked with reflection, creativity and a sense of community at Hatherop Castle School, as children across the school took time to remember and honour those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

A Special Service of Remembrance

Our Prep School gathered at St Nicholas’ Church for a beautiful and moving Remembrance Service, led by Mr Williams and Prep 8.

We were delighted to be joined by pupils and staff from Hatherop Primary School, bringing our two school communities together in a shared moment of remembrance.

Throughout the service, the children listened to poignant poetry, heard historical extracts and joined together in singing beautiful hymns. The congregation also observed a two-minute silence, providing an opportunity for quiet reflection and gratitude for those who gave their lives for our freedom.

It was a particularly meaningful occasion, with our Prep 8 pupils helping to lead a thoughtful and respectful service that reminded us all of the importance of remembrance, peace and community.

Learning About Remembrance in Reception

Meanwhile, our youngest learners in Reception enjoyed a thoughtful and reflective morning exploring the significance of poppies and why they remain such an important symbol of remembrance.

The children began by listening to the story of a little robin called Poppy, who watched a village come together to lay wreaths and observe the two-minute silence. This gentle introduction encouraged conversations about remembrance, kindness and the importance of remembering those who have helped to keep us safe.

The children then brought their learning to life through a wonderful range of creative activities. Using loose parts, they designed their own poppy artwork, constructed colourful fields of poppies with connecting cubes and painted beautiful poppy pictures. They also explored red playdough, glass pebbles and green pipe cleaners to create their own three-dimensional flowers.

These hands-on experiences provided meaningful opportunities for the children to express their understanding, ask questions and reflect in an age-appropriate way.

Across Hatherop, it was a day of thoughtful conversations, shared reflection and meaningful learning. We were incredibly proud of the respect, care and understanding shown by all our pupils as they came together to honour those who have served and sacrificed.

We will remember them.