PUBLISHED 10 November 2023
This morning, Armistice Day was commemorated across the school as we fell silent to remember those who died in conflict. We were delighted to welcome guests into our school to participate in our main Remembrance Service in Senior School, where we recognised and paid tribute to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Mr Harrow opened the service with a poignant address, which was followed by the reading "Remember" by Year 7 student Freddie.
Year 13 student, Dev, played "The Last Post" before wreaths were laid at the memorials as the names of the fallen were read aloud.
Wreaths were laid by Mr Harrow on behalf of school, followed by Mr Beverley on behalf of the Old Lidunians, Mrs Green on behalf of the Old Arnoldians, Mrs Whalley on behalf of the Queen Mary School Association, and Year 12 student Sergeant Edward Shakespeare on behalf of the CCF.
The closing prayer was read by Mr McKeown, then our students, staff and guests listened to the beautifully moving Chamber Choir as they sang "Irish Blessing".
The school and assembled guests paid their respects and ensured that,“…We shall remember them”.