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Res Round-Up January 2026

News from The Hermione

Welcome Back to Res

Welcome Back to Res
Ms Diffley

We were delighted to welcome our boarders back after the Christmas break. Res quickly filled with familiar faces, laughter, and a great sense of energy as everyone settled back into routine. It was lovely to see the girls reconnect with friends and staff, sharing stories from the holidays. With bags unpacked and spirits high, the boarding community is refreshed, refocused, and ready to embrace the new term ahead.

Funderland at the RDS

Funderland at the RDS
Ms Diffley

The boarders kicked off the year in style with their first trip of the new year to Funderland. The day was filled with excitement, laughter, and plenty of energy as everyone enjoyed the rides, attractions, and time together. It was a brilliant way to start the new year, helping students relax, bond, and return to school feeling refreshed and full of great memories. A fun and successful outing all round!

The image shows a group of four young women standing together on a city street, with various buildings and shops visible in the background.
Four young women standing together in a city street, with various buildings and a red double-decker bus visible in the background.
A group of five young women, dressed in winter coats, stand together on a city street with a red double-decker bus and other buildings visible in the background.
A group of young women in winter attire are walking together on a city street, with various buildings and a red double-decker bus visible in the background.
A young person making a peace sign gesture stands in front of a large model of a lighthouse and a dinosaur exhibit in what appears to be a museum or educational setting.
An elderly man in a suit is embracing a young woman wrapped in a plaid blanket, with a window and curtains visible in the background.
The image shows an elderly man with a long white beard sitting in a chair, embraced by a young woman wearing a dark jacket. The background features a framed artwork on the wall and a cozy, warm-toned interior setting.
A group of people, dressed in warm winter attire, are gathered in front of a backdrop depicting a cityscape at night, with a large red superhero figure suspended above them.
A group of people sitting on a colorful, artistic structure against a dramatic, cloudy sky backdrop.
The image depicts a red-tinted scene with two figures, one crouched and the other standing, against a backdrop of a floral pattern.
A group of people, bundled up in warm clothing, are gathered around a large, illuminated spider-man figure against a backdrop of a stormy, cloudy sky.
A colorful mural depicting a group of diverse individuals in superhero-like poses, set against a backdrop of a cityscape with skyscrapers and a cloudy sky.
A group of smiling people posing together in a colorful, vibrant environment with psychedelic-inspired lighting and decorations.
A group of people gathered in a colorful, psychedelic-inspired environment, with vibrant lighting and surreal, fantastical elements in the background.

Wax Museum

Wax Museum

Students enjoyed a fascinating visit to the Wax Museum, where they explored lifelike figures from history, culture, and entertainment. Walking through the exhibits sparked plenty of curiosity, discussion, and photo opportunities, as students learned interesting facts along the way. The trip was both educational and enjoyable, offering a unique experience outside the classroom and a chance to see familiar faces from the past and present up close.

GoQuest

GoQuest
Ms Diffley

The boarders enjoyed an exciting trip to GoQuest, where teamwork and problem-solving took centre stage. Working in small groups, students tackled a series of challenges, puzzles, and tasks that tested their communication and creativity. The experience encouraged collaboration and confidence, all while being great fun. It was a lively and engaging day out that gave boarders the chance to learn, laugh, and work together.

The image shows a group of five young people standing in front of a colorful arcade game machine, with a Ricochet Roulette sign visible in the background.
A group of young women posing in front of a colorful Ricochet Roulette game display.
The image shows four young women standing in front of a colorful and vibrant arcade game backdrop, with one woman wearing a striped sweater, another in a graphic t-shirt, and the other two in casual attire.
Four young women are standing in front of a colorful and vibrant arcade-style game background, with various neon signs and graphics visible behind them.