Last night we enjoyed an excellent Carol Service at St Peter and St Paul's church in Olney. Certainly holding our service in church added significantly to the occasion. The Rev Claire Wood was very welcoming and gave a very poignant address about the joy of giving at Christmas time. The choir, orchestras and soloists were wonderful, performing to a very high standard. We listened to several readings from the Bible reminding us all, whatever our beliefs, to put others before ourselves.
The church was full and we enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies during the interval. We made a collection during this time and raised over £450 to be split between the school charities, Save the Children and Willen Hospice, and the church funds.
Above all a sense of community filled the air, which was made possible by: the hospitality of Claire's team, dedication of the Music and RS department, the musical talent of a large number of our students and the willingness of the congregation to join in the carols.
Pictures are available on the website and we look forward to next year's carol service which will be held in Newport Pagnell.
Do check out Ousenews where we give thanks for the life of Ghislaine Pullen and celebrate the successes of our young people in a variety of areas.
I wish you all a Happy Christmas.
Sue Carbert
Headteacher
