NORWICH SCHOOL


the older generations has been highlighted as a particular issue in Norfolk, one which is made even more prevalent in the current national situation.


Pupils at the Lower School at Norwich School have been writing letters of friendship to local care home residents, with 140 messages being delivered to older people in total.


Inspired by the National Literacy Trust's campaign #mydearnewfriend, pupils decided to write letters to those living in care homes after hearing that many residents have not been able to receive visits from friends and family due to the lockdown. Loneliness amongst


Pupils enjoyed writing about themselves and their families, describing the many activities and learning they have been doing whilst staying away from school. Letters have been sent to 16 care homes in Norfolk, which the children hope will dispel any boredom and to bring a smile to their faces.


The Lower School caters for boys and girls aged 4-11. Its impressive facilities and wonderful opportunities give pupils an excellent start to their education.


To find out more about life at Norwich School or visit us for our next Open Day on 19 September visit: them for their next Open Day www.norwich- school.org.uk/openday


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and Nintendo, as well as sport, music and drama.


Unique amongst local schools, it offers an extended school day where students can stay until 5:30pm three days a week to complete their homework and other activities. This means the school can support your other family commitments and provide a place for your child after school when needed.


Principal David Thomas says:


Students at Jane Austen College students achieve both academic and extra-curricular success. Its exam results are consistently at the top of the Norwich rankings, which it topped with its A Levels in 2018. All students study a curriculum of rigorous academic subjects, which prepares them well for whatever route they wish to pursue in the future.


Its extra-curricular activities are also at the heart of the school. It has a comprehensive electives programme that every student takes part in, including things like Forensics, Military History


“Jane Austen was a rebel in her time, writing bestsellers when society said women shouldn’t be allowed to write. She changed the world for the women who would come after her. We give our students the knowledge and character they need to make the world a better place for their generation and the ones that will follow.”


To find out more about open days, visit them www.janeaustencollege.org


Go to www.inspirationtrust. org/janeaustencollege or call 01603 463800


To find out more about open days, visit www.janeaustencollege.org


Jane Austen College is a thriving secondary school and sixth form in the heart of Norwich city centre. We combine the modern and traditional, marrying academic rigour and innovative teaching techniques. Our sixth form is one of the top performing in Norfolk and we have been rated by Ofsted as Outstanding in four out of five areas, with an overall rating of Good.


JANE AUSTEN COLLEGE Claxton House 46-48 Colegate Norwich NR3 1DD Tel: 01603 463800 Email: janeausten@inspirationtrust.org


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