To celebrate #EarthDay today, we have a whole week of environmental discussions and activities planned, from environmental economics to eco-anxiety. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day is an annual, global event aimed at encouraging support for environmental protection.

The annual SPJ Sports Fundraiser is back, bigger and better than ever! Join us on Saturday for a fun-filled day of sport, food, drinks, prizes, fundraising stalls, a silent auction and even a charity colour run! Book your place for the colour run at buff.ly/3UjoxCG?

Eid Mubarak to all members of our community celebrating!

What a fantastic way to finish the term St Paul's School, walking (and picking litter en route) to raise money for West London Zone Barnes Common London Sports Trust Man & Boy … nearly £10,000 raised - pls donate on gofundme.com/s?q=SPSPAULS4A…

We had a wonderful evening last night at the Hurlingham Club for our 12th Spring Fling. Our thanks go to OPs Louis and Will for hosting a fun event featuring a gala dinner, live entertainment and more than £216,000 in fundraising, which will go towards our Bursary Fund.

A special update from Aditya, Editor-in-Chief of Black and White magazine.

The Spring Fling Charity Silent Auction is now OPEN! Bid on fantastic items and experiences, from unique VIP experiences to specialty food and wines and everything in between. All proceeds go towards the St Paul’s Bursary Fund. View the auction listings at buff.ly/43i0SFs

It was wonderful to welcome so many people to the Montgomery Room this week for our biennial Whitting Lecture, in honour of former St Paul’s Head of History, Philip Whitting, where Professor Martin Francis, spoke about the intimate history of Britain’s World War II Commanders.

We wish all members of our community observing Ramadan a blessed and peaceful month ahead.

It was a pleasure to host renowned pianist, Imogen Cooper, as part of the Barnes Music Festival over the weekend. As part of the Festival, we will also hold the sold-out Schools’ Concert in our Wathen Hall tomorrow evening.

Join Seb Benzecry OP (2011-2016), President of Cambridge University Boat Club and part of the 2023 Boat Race winning crew, as he discusses all things rowing in the lead up to this year's Boat Race. Register now: buff.ly/49XPl0a

In celebration of #InternationalWomensDay , we've had a busy programme of diverse, exciting lunchtime talks and activities this week. Led by pupils and staff, sessions centred around women's experiences across a variety of areas, from elite chess to feminism in French history.

Congratulations to SPJ pupil, Evan, who won gold in the children’s writing competition, 500 Words! Evan joined finalists and Her Majesty, The Queen at Buckingham Palace where he was announced as the winner of the 5-7 category for his story, ‘Message in a Bottle’ 📚 #worldbookday

Join us for the highlight of the Pauline Calendar – the Spring Fling on Tuesday, 19 March! With its significant contribution to our bursary provision and promise of an enjoyable evening, this event is not to be missed. Book now: stpaulsschool.org.uk/events/springf…

It was great to see a full house for the Pauline Perspectives event last Thursday. Over 150 members of our community tuned in online and in person to watch our esteemed speakers debate the motion: This House believes that Brexit has been a success for the UK.

In The Guardian SallyAnneHuang St Paul's School & Jo Thomson Clayesmore School explain how the #SchoolRugby #ThirdGame aims to de-power #rugby whilst still promoting the widely acknowledged benefits including #selfdiscipline , #physicalfitness & a sense of belonging buff.ly/49WB4kf

We are thrilled to again be included in the Top 25 UK Senior Schools in the Spear's School Index 2024, which recognises the world’s leading private schools. St Paul's Juniors also made a debut in the Top 15 UK Prep Schools, a testament to our whole school community.

Don't miss this year's Whitting Lecture where Professor Martin Francis will explore the intertwining of love, family and emotion with notions of martial masculinity in his unique take on British military history. Book now at buff.ly/3I3zC3T

Join our Law Professional Network from 6.30pm next Monday 26 February at the Sidley Austin offices for a panel discussion exploring the current landscape of law in the UK, followed by a networking drinks reception. Book via buff.ly/3I3wYuH

On Wednesday, the Alkyona Quartet gave a Chamber Music Workshop to pupils across various music groups involved in the Chamber concert that evening. It was an excellent opportunity for our young musicians to learn from internationally acclaimed chamber musicians.