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Friday, 19th December - School closes 11.45am for Christmas Break, collect from 11.30am | Miss Weir - Wednesday 17th Dec Retirement Mass 10am St Peter's Cathedral - All welcome | Tuesday 16th December – Christmas Dinner Day Children are invited to add a festive touch to their school uniform | School office closed daily from 1pm -1.45pm
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Origins of Pancake Tuesday 🥞

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4th Mar 2025
Why do we have pancakes today? 🥞 Pancake Tuesday, also known as Shrove Tuesday, has its roots in the Christian tradition of using up rich ingredients like eggs, milk, and butter before Lent—a period of fasting and reflection leading up to Easter. The tradition of making pancakes dates back centuries, with different cultures adding their own twist. Today, it’s a fun and delicious way to celebrate before the more solemn season of Lent begins!