On the last day of the Spring term, St Lawrence Junior school celebrated Easter with our annual Easter bonnet parade. Many of our pupils worked on the designs with family members, bearing in mind the theme of “recycling” with all the decorations and trimmings on each of their hats. 

With a musical parade to allow everyone the chance to see all the children in their hats, the children marched happily around the playground. Winners were chosen from each year group from FS1 up to Y6 and were rewarded with a sweet treat!

Year 8 pupils were taught Statistics in their Mathematics classes near the end of term, and they happily did a project on everything they learnt, either on their own or in pairs. It was the most pleasant of ends for our young mathematicians who worked with enthusiasm for their projects in class and at home.

Friday, the14th of March is celebrated worldwide as the International π -day. This special day was also celebrated in our school by the Mathematics Department with KS3 pupils being involved in hands-on π activities. Our traditional pie sale was a success, with pupils bringing in impressive circular pies and the proceeds collected will be donated to support Salvia – The Greek Association for Burn Survivors. All Year 9 pupils, formed a human chain of π digits to understand, by displaying it themselves, that π is a never-ending decimal number.  Both the pupils and the teachers enjoyed the important mathematical day with all their hearts!

On Friday 14th March, we were very pleased to hold our annual Junior School Science Fair in the gym. The pupils from Years 3 to 6 took their chance to showcase their scientific understanding and shine like real scientists.

There were some truly outstanding entries, and the judges had to think long and hard about what the children, working on their own or in groups, had managed to achieve. There were chemistry experiments, physics investigations, biology experiments and even challenging AI related studies, all presented with flair and confidence by our young learners for their peers, teachers and parents too. 

Thank you to our Science Leader, Ms Maniatis, for putting on such a wonderful event which was enjoyed by all who attended. 

February is not really February without celebrating La Chandeleur (crepes day)! 

Last month, our Year 4 pupils who study French had the opportunity to discover this tasty and typically French tradition!

After a short presentation about the celebration and the superstition around the flipping of crepes from two of our senior school pupils, children in Ms Economou's and Ms Torres’ classes learnt how to order their crepes in French, with the topping of their choice. All pupils handled this French challenge with skill ....and the reward tasted delicious!

Following their art lessons on Salvador Dali this February, Pupils in Year 3 visited the Dali experience at Hellinikos Kosmos Museum in Athens. The children entered a dreamy world - wearing virtual reality headsets- and immersed themselves in his artwork. What a fun and enlightening school trip!

On a crisp day in February, the carnival spirit was clear for all to see as St Lawrence College Junior School celebrated the end of this half term with a traditional carnival day. As is customary at this time of year, communities get together to dress up and have fun parading and dancing in fancy dress costumes of all kinds. The children certainly lived up to our expectations and they weren’t the only ones – their teachers made an effort to put a smile on their faces too. No one can take themselves seriously on Carnival Day, can they?

To mark the end of the Christmas term, we hosted the eagerly awaited ‘Teachers vs Pupils’ games. In this spirited event, a mixed team of our sixth-form pupils took on the challenge of facing a mixed team of teachers and staff in both football and volleyball.

The atmosphere was electric as hundreds of pupils from all key stages gathered to cheer on both teams. Many raised banners in support of their peers and teachers alike.

In Periods 5 and 6, the Over-16 football teams—made up of girls and boys—went head-to-head with the SLC staff team. It was a fierce match, with the teachers battling hard, but in the end, the pupils emerged victorious, winning 4-3.

In Periods 7 and 8, the spectators moved to the Indoor Gym for the volleyball match. This time, the teachers showed their strength and determination, refusing to be defeated again. After two incredibly close sets, they triumphed with a 2-0 victory. The final scores were 25-22 and 25-23, respectively.

Younger pupils are already eagerly looking forward to their turn to participate in these games in the years to come, hoping to continue this exciting tradition.

On Thursday, 12 December, our school’s swimming team took part in a swimming competition at ACS School. Seven schools participated, and our team of 15 swimmers from Years 8 and 9 performed incredibly well.

Our swimmers won a total of 13 medals—7 gold, 5 silver, and 1 bronze. This included 11 medals in individual events because of exceptional individual skills and 2 in relay races showcasing a fantastic team spirit.

We are very proud of everyone on the team for their hard work and fantastic achievements. Congratulations to all the swimmers!

Year 5 took a trip to the Ancient Egypt rooms at the National Archaeological Museum on 11th December to build on their learning in History this term and bring it to life.  The children saw artefacts that filled in information about the crucial role of the River Nile and how Egyptians developed farming methods. They saw what the mummification process produced as they wanted to preserve bodies for the afterlife, and they peered at canopic jars for vital organs. It was a memorable experience for all.

On Tuesday, 26th, and Thursday, 28th November, our school proudly hosted an energetic and vibrant two-day mini-football tournament which welcomed over 300 young footballers from Years 5 and 6, representing our school and four other international schools. Both boys and girls took to the pitch with a shared aim: to enjoy the game and celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship.

The school grounds buzzed with excitement as teams demonstrated their skills, teamwork, and determination. Each match highlighted the players’ enthusiasm and love for football, showing that the sport is more than just a game—it is a medium for connection, learning, and growth. With every goal scored and every save made, the young athletes embodied the core values of resilience and camaraderie. Players from different schools built new friendships, cheering each other on and proving the power of sport to unite people from diverse backgrounds.

Congratulations to all the young footballers for their outstanding performances! This tournament was not only a display of talent but also a celebration of the joy and values that sport brings to our lives. A heartfelt well done to everyone involved—we look forward to hosting many more such events in the future!

Take a look at the fundraising efforts of one of our year 5 pupils. Jason Blandy recently hiked over 30km in very challenging weather conditions, over two days up Mount Olympus. He and his family did so to raise money for an international children’s charity called ‘Right to Play’. This charitable organisation works to protect, educate and empower children to rise above adversity. Using the power of play, children are helped to stay in school, withstand exploitation, prevent disease, and heal from war and abuse.

As a whole school community, we are exceptionally proud of Jason’s efforts over a gruelling and snow-covered two-day hike. He has already raised a fantastic sum, and we would like to share the link to his page in the case that any of our families would like to donate to Jason’s Just Giving page.

On Friday 15th November, the children of SLC junior school put on a wonderful pumpkin display to be proud of. Although the evening festivities for our Autumn Festival could not go ahead due to severe rain, the children and their families nevertheless spent a great deal of time and effort creating the most delightful pumpkins you can imagine. We had a Smurf village overshadowed by the wicked wizard Gargamel, a year 4 class with All Eyes on Us, and even a nod to Christmas in some of the creations on display! 

As always, we thank the families for their enthusiastic involvement in producing a spectacle for the children of our school to admire. 

We are thrilled to share the heartwarming impact of our Charity Ninjas initiative! On Tuesday 5th November, a group of our young Charity Ninjas visited the 1st Special Primary School of Kallithea to personally deliver foldable tricycles purchased with funds raised during our end-of-term bazaar last year. These tricycles will serve as outdoor play equipment for children aged 4-7 with diverse educational needs.

The visit was a joyful experience for all involved. Our Charity Ninjas not only met the children who would benefit from their hard work but also helped assemble the tricycles, played alongside the children, and saw firsthand the joy their efforts brought. This memorable day highlighted the spirit of giving, connecting our pupils with those they helped support, and showing them the power of community.

Congratulations to our Charity Ninjas for their dedication and generosity! We couldn’t be prouder of the difference they've made.

At the end of the first half term, 31 pupils from years 12 and 13 travelled to Poland to visit Warsaw and Krakow. The trip began with a walk along the Vistula and visit to the Royal Castle and the Warsaw Uprising museum in Warsaw before continuing on to Krakow. The pupils spent an emotional and unforgettable day visiting the Memorial and Museum at Auschwitz-Birkenau. They saw the fascinating Rynek underground museum, before finishing with a visit to the stunning, iconic Wieliczka Salt Mine.