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From the concert hall to the classroom and from the energy of the pitches to the intense concentration of the exam room, this has been a wonderfully crammed few weeks.

The Upper Sixth and Fifth Form took the public examinations in their stride and as the term closed it was striking to remember that they are generations who felt in full the jolting force of COVID. With grit, flexibility, and an abundant desire to learn, they have truly embodied the Lancing spirit. It felt absolutely right that the celebrations of this year’s Leavers’ Ball – shared on this term’s Quad cover – were so particularly joyful.

The celebration of this year’s Founder’s Day was another roaring success, with chances to reflect upon the achievements of the year and to enjoy all the festivity amidst a day that felt fittingly sun-kissed. Founder’s Day is also the annual opportunity to hear strategic insights both from me and from Martin Slumbers, our Chair of Governors.

This year’s messages were upbeat but spoke too to the challenges facing the sector. We addressed rising costs and potential political headwinds, our resolute focus in ensuring the very best education is provided to our pupils, and the need for the College to talk more loudly about our contribution to the world in our locale and far beyond.

On that latter point we will shortly be sharing our Impact Report with you and there are some highlights from the report in this edition of The Quad. You will see that Lancing’s transformational power is not just about what we enable for our pupils but that we make a big and positive impact on far-ranging economic and social fronts. All of us in the Lancing community are thoroughly and proudly embedded in broader society.

Next year is a momentous one for Lancing as we rejoice in our 175th birthday. With events aplenty filling the calendar there will be many opportunities to remember and celebrate Lancing past and present, as well as offering the chance to look ahead to our future – it promises to be a cracker of a year. Do keep your eyes peeled at the start of next term for more information on how you can get involved.

The next academic year and that significant birthday will soon zoom upon us. In the meantime, I hope that everyone has a chance to enjoy a happy and truly restful summer break.

DOMINIC OLIVER Head Master