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Forte Award - 11 October 2024
This week's Forte gathering was held by our Headmaster, Mr Middleton, and Senior Deputy Head, Mr Lane. Both were delighted to be able to meet with this week's winners and congratulate them on their efforts and achievements. Our winners were selected because they exhibited Forte virtues or values...

 

 

Betsy H (2nd)
Following a Sunday morning netball session involving three hours of training, Betsy then competed for Oswestry School in a cross-country championships in Shrewsbury so that her friend was encouraged to run, too. She ran brilliantly and placed highly in the field, but it was her consideration for her friend and her thoughtfulness that was most impressive of all.

 

 

Ruby R (3rd)
Ruby won the local novice rider in the showing at Llanfyllin Show over the summer holidays, coming first out of 12 and then qualified for the Champion of the ring which she came 3rd in.

Yeva N (L6th) 

Consciousness and commitment, Yeva's attention to detail has ensured the smooth running of a successful OsBiz Pizza Venture.

Matvei P (L6th) 

Dedication to running an OsBiz venture. Matvei has been proactive in ensuring a successful launch of his OsBiz Pizza Venture.

 

Vladyslav S (L6th) 

Reliable and trustworthy, Vlad has played a key role in the running of a successful OsBiz Pizza Venture.

 

Grisha S (U6th) 

Applying his previous knowledge and experience gained, Grisha has played a key advisory role in the OsBiz Pizza Venture.

 

 
Vuk S (3rd)
Vuk, you are the House Captain's boy of the week and the Housemistress's boy of the week. You are a wonderful young man - you are always helpful, polite and positive. Everyone thinks the world of you in School House and you set a fantastic example to those around you. Well done, Vuk.

 

 

Charlotte A (3rd)
Shy by nature, Charlotte has taken opportunities given to her through cricket. She is excelling in both club and county teams and becoming a very capable performer! Oswestry Cricket Club recently awarded her The Rising Star, Players' Player and Most Valuable Player 2024 awards.

 

Ted F (L6th) 

Ted has taken the opportunity to embrace his role as SEND Ambassador and gave an inspiring talk to prep school about living with dyslexia and his aspiration to be a pilot! The children loved it-thanks Ted!

Yustyna C (4th)
Congratulations to Yustyna for her achievement last weekend, winning the U18 grade 4 tournament held at Liverpool Tennis Club. Yustyna battled through some difficult opponents during the knock-out stages of this tournament and ended up winning the final in two very competitive tie-break sets against a very athletic opponent. Yustyna really did deserve the gold medal and we all wish her well in the upcoming tournaments that she has entered. Good luck!

 

 

Gethin P (5th)
Gethin has made some well informed decisions and has found a better balance between academic work and sporting commitments. He regularly attends academic coaching and is meeting prep study deadlines. A change in attitude. Well done Gethin!

 

Gus D (4th) 

Gus has shown incredible resilience and responsibility outside of school and inside of school. He has taken ownership of his learning and is performing in class to a high standard and has shown a marked improvement in all areas. He never moans and gets on with a determined attitude. Well done Gus!


 

This year, with the launch of the 2030 Strategic Plan- Forte - pupils will be recognised for embodying and demonstrating the school’s Values and Virtues.  Underpinning all aspects of school life, Oswestry School’s Values and Virtues are central to our school’s vision and ethos, empowering pupils in their Oswestry journey and enabling all individuals to excel and find their forte. 

Our Values are what we believe in; things that we hold as important and core to who we are. Oswestry School’s Values are deeply rooted and serve as a firm foundation for positive wellbeing, character development and contribution to society.  Our Values are: Flourishment; Opportunity; Responsibility; Trust; Empathy.

Our Virtues represent a range of skill sets that can be experienced, developed and mastered here at Oswestry School. They are behaviours, character strengths, attitudes and mindsets that enable pupils to thrive at school and flourish in life. Our Virtues encourage pupils to be: Analytical; Collaborative; Independent; Innovative; Proactive; Resilient.

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