What an extraordinary time we had at school this morning! We were absolutely thrilled to welcome Steel, the incredible Gladiator from the hit TV show, for a visit that left every child buzzing with excitement and inspiration. We were so pleased that we kept it a secret from the school community as it made the reveal even more special.
Steel kicked off the morning with a whole‑school assembly that had everyone—children and adults —captivated from the very first moment. He delivered a variety of important life messages including how to keep physically healthy - eating well, regularly exercising and staying hydrated and how to be successful in their lives by working hard, believing in yourself and never comparing yourself to others. What made the assembly even more special was how he involved all of us, turning the assembly into a lively, interactive experience.
He spent the rest of the morning visiting every single class, taking time to answer questions thoughtfully, listen to the children’s ideas and explaining about his incredible 17‑year training journey to achieving his dream career. His kindness, patience and genuine interest in each child made a huge impression – he truly made the children feel seen and heard.
To make the day even more memorable, Steel handed out stickers and hand‑signed photographs to every child. Each child took home their own water bottle - a reminder of the vital role hydration plays in staying focused, energised and ready to learn.