Senior School newsletter – 30 January 2026
Issue 08/2025/26
Head’s welcome
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I hope you all enjoy a wonderful weekend.
Warm wishes,
Will Chuter
Headmaster
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Will Chuter
Headmaster
Whole school updates
For National Year of Reading our Librarian, Ms Bennett recommends: What Happens Online by award-winning author Nathanael Lessore.
It is a funny, fast-paced story about living two lives. Online, Fred is Existor—the coolest guy in school. Offline, he’s just Fred: awkward and friendless. When his worlds collide, he must figure out who he really is—and whether reinventing yourself is worth the risk.
Mrs Yates, from the History Department, recommends ‘Once’ by Morris Gleitzman: an incredible novel because it brings the Holocaust to life in a way that feels real and personal, all through a child’s honest, hopeful voice. It’s one of those stories that sticks with you and makes history feel truly meaningful.
Boarding survey for all parents – chance to win a Kimbolton water bottle!
We are proud of our boarding provision at Kimbolton, and our boarders are an integral and valued part of the Kimbolton family, contributing enormously to the life, character and community of the school.
As part of our ongoing commitment to listening to families and communicating clearly about the opportunities available, we would really value your views.
Whether or not your child currently boards, has boarded in the past, or you have simply considered boarding as an option, your feedback will help us better understand:
- how boarding is experienced and perceived by families
- how useful parents find the different boarding and extended-day options available
- awareness of the full range of boarding provision
- how can we communicate more effectively about boarding at Kimbolton
The survey should take around 5–7 minutes to complete, and all responses will be treated in confidence. All replies will be entered into a draw for a free water Kimbolton water bottle!
The survey will close after the February half term, and we would be grateful if you could complete it by then.
Don’t forget, all Senior School pupils are entitled to one free taster night in boarding. It’s a great way for your son or daughter to experience life in our welcoming “boarding home” and discover how Occasional Boarding can support busy family schedules.
Castle Ball – Save the Date!
The KSPA are excited to announce that the Summer Ball will be held on the 4 July 2026
It will take place during the evening of our Speech Day, and we hope to see many of you there!
Kimbolton School Careers Fair 2026 – See it to be it!
Our Careers Fair 2026 takes place on Thursday 5 March in the Sports Hall, offering pupils the chance to explore over 40 career pathways. Exhibitors include Old Kimboltonians, local employers and over fifteen universities, alongside drop-in talks on university choices, degree apprenticeships, international study, policing and Oxbridge applications. You can book your place online.
Timings
- 1st–3rd Form: attend during the school day
- 5.15–6.00pm: Quiet Session (reduced numbers)
- 6.00–8.00pm: 4th Form–Upper Sixth pupils and parents
Engage Portal reminder
A quick reminder that all whole-school communications are now sent via the Engage Portal, with email alerts delivered to the address we hold for you. Please check your notification settings and look out for emails from engage@kimboltonschool.com.
You can also add the Engage Portal to your mobile device for easy access and notifications. A short setup guide is available here.
Please note that SMS notifications are no longer available. In an emergency relating to your child, the school will always contact you by telephone.
Thank you for your support.
Hot off the press!
As we settle back into school life, it’s already been a busy and brilliant start to the term. From award nominations and results, to a new STEM installation and sporting successes, here’s a snapshot of the energy and enthusiasm filling our classrooms and corridors this week.
