tl, Author at Cokethorpe School

Quiet leadership and the power of peer support

by tl | Dec 17, 2025 | Academic

Towards the end of the term, my colleagues and I were interviewing Sixth Form students applying for our school-based leadership programme. Each candidate submits a letter of application, secures a teacher’s reference, and then faces an interview. As part of the...

Prep Pantomime Visit

by tl | Dec 11, 2025 | Trips

On Wednesday, 10 December, our pupils were treated to a magical visit to The Theatre Chipping Norton for this year’s spectacular production of Beauty and the Beast. Famous for its family-friendly pantomimes, the theatre once again delivered a show packed with wonder,...

A Journey Through Narnia

by tl | Dec 11, 2025 | Performing Arts

The Michaelmas end of term Drama production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe captivated full houses in The Shed on Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 December. A talented cast, spanning First Form to Upper Sixth, came together to bring this magical tale to life. This...

Santa Fun Run

by tl | Dec 10, 2025 | In School Events

On Tuesday, the Prep School came together for a sponsored Santa Fun Run, demonstrating both determination and holiday spirit while raising funds for Helen and Douglas House. Despite blustery winds and occasional rain, the pupils tackled the course around the School...

Candlelight at Christingle Service

by tl | Dec 9, 2025 | In School Events

Our Prep Christingle Service was a truly moving moment in the school calendar, filling the Chapel with warmth, candlelight and the quiet magic that marks this time of year. Year 2 made beautiful Christingles for every class, and Mrs Black enlisted the help of pupils...