Recently appointed Head of English, Mr Dylan Chalwell, brings a wealth of experience and energy to the faculty. Ms Rebecca Birch, Director of Research & Practice, interviewed Mr Chalwell to uncover his opinion on what it is that makes the experience of reading literature so special, in an age of near-constant reading via texts, social media and mindless scrolling.

Spotlight On: Towards Equality

26 May 2023

By increasing educational opportunities for girls, we contribute to a more equal society.

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Spotlight On: What Brings Teachers Joy

19 May 2023

Per Aspera Ad Astra means ‘Through struggles to the stars.’ This is what truly brings teachers joy, making the struggle meaningful and helping to push through the clouds so that the girls can see the stars they will reach for.

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Spotlight On: Wellbeing in Schools

12 May 2023

We have never been more concerned about “wellbeing” but its definition is influenced by the lens through which one sees it.

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Spotlight On: Anxiety

5 May 2023

We are, as a society, more risk-averse than ever and everyone needs to take some responsibility for the effect on our children.

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Spotlight On: Connecting with Community

28 April 2023

It is impossible not to want to know more when we’ve met people who defy their difficult circumstances to take hold of opportunities and create new avenues of growth for themselves and others.

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Spotlight On: Social Exclusion

31 March 2023

We often assume that there are only benefits to leaving behind the rigid social protocols of yesteryear but there is a hidden emotional cost when children are left to negotiate social and emotional ambiguity on their own.

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Spotlight On: Smart Study

24 March 2023

We know that good study skills will benefit our students’ learning, and we are looking to verify our hypothesis that when our girls feel greater control over their learning, their wellbeing will also improve.

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Spotlight On: The Gift of Service

17 March 2023

Our unique approach to social justice is a defining aspect of a Queenwood education as we prepare our students for a meaningful life where serving others becomes second nature.

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Spotlight On: Play

10 March 2023

The beauty of unstructured play is that it offers sensory, physical and cognitive experiences and helps children to focus, build friendships, improve mood, work cooperatively, and work through conflict without adult intervention.

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Spotlight On: "I can do it myself!"

3 March 2023

Why your 14-year-old should remember being 4.

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