During tonight’s house assembly, and as part of our Wellbeing Program, we launched Pillar 5, which focuses on “Making Safe and Responsible Decisions.” This topic is especially important as students grow and prepare for the transition to university, where they will begin to assume the responsibilities of adult life. Teenagers face a multitude of influences, both online and offline, that can present significant temptations. It is essential that they develop strong, healthy morals and principles to effectively navigate these challenges.

In the coming weeks, we will explore two key takeaways from Pillar 5:

1-The difficult art of seeing the world through the eyes of others.

2-Respect as the key to resolving conflicts and building meaningful connections.

We also screened a video created by the lead tutor for this pillar, Mr. Manu, which included his personal reflections on the work completed, along with insights and feedback from his colleagues.

On Saturday, Lucy made her favourite baked cake – the classic banana bread, but with a twist! She managed to create a wonderfully gooey texture, that held its form perfectly 🍰🍌

With the addition of dark chocolate chips & the very secret ingredient of apple sauce, this banana bread was her best yet. So good – the evidence was gone within the hour. Thank you, Lucy, for treating us to this amazing bake 🙏

Here is the recipe if you’d like to try it – just add chocolate chips & apple sauce if you want to make it extra delicious!

Banana bread recipe | Good Food

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We then decided to use the left over ingredients to make pancakes for everyone! Some enjoyed the traditional lemon and sugar topping, whilst others opted for dark chocolate and banana. This was a lovely treat for the girls and we had a great time making them together🥰

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This past weekend, the Louis Degallier 60 Boarders enjoyed a relaxing and entertaining break that balanced both productivity and leisure. With a calm atmosphere in the house, many students took the chance to catch up on their studies and organise their work in preparation for the weeks ahead. At the same time, those looking to stay active participated in invigorating climbing and running sessions, keeping both body and mind in shape while enjoying the fresh air and the satisfaction of physical activity.

Beyond the individual achievements, the weekend was also a wonderful opportunity for the boarders to connect and enjoy each other’s company. Whether it was during shared meals, casual conversations, or friendly games in the common areas, the sense of community was evident. These shared moments highlighted the supportive and friendly atmosphere of our Boarding House.

This weekend was one for the books—a perfect balance of productivity and well-earned relaxation. With finals fast approaching, our boys were deep in study mode, but as the saying goes, a change is as good as a rest. Artem, our climbing virtuoso, scaled new heights—literally—while Louis, the running machine, was unstoppable on his routes. It’s always a joy to spend time with these guys and immerse ourselves in the things that bring them joy and energy.

Artem in Flow State

Takeaway Treat!

Putting in the Hard Miles

Today, we kicked off an exciting fitness challenge in Boarding to support students navigating the stress of upcoming exams and staying active. With a unique challenge awaiting them each day, our aim is to provide both physical activity and stress relief.

We hope you had a great holiday! Villa Louis Dégallier is already open. Let’s go for the last stretch of the school year! !! 💪💪