St Aidan's House, Ampleforth College

A lovely afternoon out in the grounds of Castle Howard with Year 10 boarders

A great evening of pizza and toasting marshmallows around the fire pit with Year 9

Break-time is guaranteed to be busy in the House kitchen - a chance to re-fuel for the coming lessons and catch up with friends. The many slices of toast consumed are supplemented with tasty treats delivered each day. Today was the turn of the ever-popular pork pie

Service is at the heart of being a school Monitor. Here is Gabrielle playing her part by leading Whole School Prayers at assembly yesterday in the Abbey Church - and a marvellous job she did too.

The pupil concert is a cherished part of our Parents’ Weekend schedule. Last weekend, it was a treat to have two members of the house perform - Antonia on the cello and Emma on the violin. We’re always proud to showcase the achievements and hard work that takes place outside the classroom in the girls’ wider college lives.

With netball season well underway, it was great to watch Pia do her thing on the 1st team against St Peter’s this weekend. Quite some talent!

Saturday night was ‘theme night’ at the Windmill, with the girls dressing up as celebrities or film/TV characters.

The throne is set for our Year 10 social this evening.

You’ve got to admire Year 9’s interpretation of ‘put your shoes out for St Nicholas’ last night. ALL of the shoes were out!

Our beautiful Advent wreath was made by Emma, Edie and Willa this afternoon. It will take pride of place in the House Chapel as it’s light guides us through the advent season.