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Dear Parents & Carers
It was a joyful start to the day in assembly this morning as Miss Jimenez (Inclusion Lead) spoke to the girls and staff about International Women’s Day and the powerful message that every girl can dream big and achieve remarkable things. There was a wonderful sense of energy and pride in the room as the girls reflected on the many ways women and girls make a difference in the world.
International Women’s Day, celebrated each year on 8 March, is a global moment to recognise and celebrate the social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women and girls. It also reminds us that there is still important work to do to ensure equality and opportunity for all. The day is both a celebration and a call to action to create a fairer world where every girl’s voice is heard, valued and encouraged.
To bring this message to life, Miss Jimenez shared the wonderfully uplifting book ‘Girls Can Do Anything!’ by Caryl Hart, illustrated by Ali Pye. The book is full of bright illustrations and joyful rhymes that celebrate the many talents, personalities and dreams that girls can have. It reminds readers that girls can be bold, adventurous, creative, curious and kind, and that they can pursue any passion, hobby or career they choose.
The story celebrates individuality and possibility. Some girls love sport, some love science, some enjoy performing or inventing while others delight in exploring nature or creating art. The book shows girls in many different roles and activities, helping children to imagine the wide range of opportunities open to them. It also highlights women who have made inspiring contributions to the world, encouraging the girls to see that they too can grow up to shape the future.
The assembly also reflected on the importance of recognising and celebrating the achievements of women and girls around the world. International Women’s Day reminds us that women have made extraordinary contributions in every field, from science and politics to the arts, education and sport, and it encourages us to continue working towards a world where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.
At school we often talk about the values that shape our community such as empathy, curiosity, resilience and responsibility and these connect beautifully with the spirit of International Women’s Day. When we encourage one another, celebrate each other’s successes and stand up for fairness, we help to create a community where everyone can flourish. The assembly reminded the girls that when women and girls are given opportunities to learn, lead and contribute, communities become stronger, more creative and more compassionate.
You may wish to reflect on some of these ideas with your daughter at home. The girls might think about the things that make them unique, the women and girls who inspire them in their own lives and how they can encourage and support others each day. After the assembly, many girls spoke enthusiastically about the women who inspire them including mothers, grandmothers, teachers and sisters whose kindness, determination and courage shape their lives.
Most importantly, the assembly reminded the girls that their own ideas, talents and ambitions matter. Each of them has the potential to make a positive difference in the world whether through creativity, compassion, leadership or innovation. As a school community, we remain deeply committed to nurturing confidence, curiosity and independence so that every girl feels empowered to explore her interests and believe in her abilities.
Alongside this, this week we will also be taking part in Neurodiversity Celebration Week. This provides a valuable opportunity for the girls to recognise and celebrate the different ways people think, learn and experience the world. During form time, the girls will take part in an activity designed to help them explore what neurodiversity means, created by Miss Jackson (SENCO). Our aim is to continue developing the girls’ awareness, empathy and respect for the diverse strengths and perspectives that everyone brings to our school community. Celebrating difference and recognising that people learn and experience the world in different ways is an important part of building an inclusive and supportive environment where every girl feels valued.
At this time of year there are also several cultural celebrations taking place:
St Patrick’s Day celebrates Irish culture and heritage and is a time associated with community, storytelling, music and the colour green. We wish all families who celebrate a very happy St Patrick’s Day.
Nowruz, the Iranian New Year, will soon be celebrated by many of our families. Marking the arrival of spring, Nowruz is a time of renewal, hope and gathering with family and friends. It symbolises fresh beginnings and the turning of the seasons.
We also mark the Spring Equinox, the moment when day and night are of equal length. Across many cultures this time represents balance, renewal and the promise of warmer, brighter days ahead.
To all our families celebrating these occasions, we send our warmest wishes. May this season bring joy, reflection and a sense of new beginnings.
With warm wishes
Miss Dina Hamalis
Head of the Junior School
