Prep for the Week - Easter week 5

Prep for the Week Issue Number 1882 – 9 February 2018

Kingfishers enjoying Mr Webber's Big Bang Science Spectacular!

In this week’s issue…

Headmaster's Blog & Commendations Kingfishers Update Lower School News Meet Mr Boyd Sport Updates House Bakery Competition Birthday Announcements Notices and more!

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Headmaster's Blog

Dear Parents And so we reach half-term of the difficult bit in the middle. As expected, specific challenges in the shape of staff and pupil illness have been encountered and we arrive at the break just in time. As someone who likes to work hard and play hard, I feel slightly hypocritical as I encourage parents to allow children a period of rest over the week. Probably a balance of activity and ‘chilling’ is ideal, but if you sense that your child is waning, inactivity must be best as we prepare for the second half of term.

On our return, the emphasis will be on manners. Although the children will be relatively refreshed, traditionally the latter end of the Spring Term is the time when antagonisms between children surface and intensify and even the smallest disagreements cause major consequences. Therefore, simple manners such as opening the door, greetings, ‘please’, ‘thank you’ and ‘after you’ become more important.

My best wishes go to those in Year 8 whose half-term must be punctuated by some revision and I wish them good luck for their mock examinations on our return. We often discuss the value of sitting Common Entrance, the results of which are not used for entrance purposes, but instead for setting on arrival at College. One benefit is undeniable; having prepared and sat such a challenging set of examinations in Year 8, working towards GCSEs is not a step into the unknown.

Mr Jon Whybrow Headmaster

Thank You I would like to thank all of you who have taken part in our feedback survey over the past couple of months. The results have been both encouraging and useful in terms of improving the offering we provide to our parents, both current and prospective.

The winner of the prize draw will be contacted over Half Term, good luck!

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Headmaster's Commendations Jemima Penny Excellent commitment. Jemima has been dedicated to practicing her times tables and as a consequence is the first to achieve the 99 Club.

Ellianna Collins Having learnt about the impact of using fossil fuels in Science, Elliana wrote to the Prime Minister voicing her concerns and making suggestions for alternative energy resources.

She received a letter back responding to her specific suggestions. A great example of independent initiative, empathy and taking action.

Star Jamieson For creating a poster highlighting the dangers of plastic to our world.

Eva Brown A fantastic effort on a range of tricky spelling assessments. Eva showed great perseverance.

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Kingfishers Update Love was in the air at the Reception Classes Parents' Assembly. The children explained which their favourite animals were and why they loved them. They then sang a sweet song about love before reading what they had written about loving in their family. The children then presented their parents with a rose and a hug.

Big Bang Science The atmosphere was electric in Mr Webber’s Big Bang Science Club this Saturday. The children were able to investigate how electric travels and were given the opportunity to build their own electrical circuits. They were ‘shocked’ to learn how the human body was a good conductor of electricity after holding the Van de Graaff. What a super Science Saturday!

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Lower School News

It's almost time for our annual visit to Dundry Nurseries which is home to the magical Butterfly Garden.

The Butterfly Garden provides educational activities and opportunities for students with learning disabilities. This is a fantastic experience for our Year 3 children and one which we all enjoy. The children are given so many opportunities during the visit to be involved in many aspects of the centre. During our visit we are very well looked after by the volunteers, staff and students who go above and beyond to make this such a pleasurable day.

The Butterfly Garden is a registered charity and is dependent upon donations and fund raising in order to maintain and continue with its valuable service to the community. Throughout the week they have over 100 students who benefit from the groups and activities available there.

Recently they have set up a music group which is thriving, however they are in need of donations of musical instruments to enable the many students to participate. We felt that this was an ideal opportunity for us to say thank you for everything they offer to us when we visit. Therefore, we are asking if you or a family member have any musical instruments that need a new home, would you be willing to donate them to this worthy cause?

If you are able to help we would be grateful if you could bring any donations to Lower School prior to the visit on the 23 February.

The Butterfly Garden is a truly inspirational place and holds a very special place in our hearts at Lower School. If you would like to see more about what they provide for the students please click on the link.

Lower School History Labyrinths were spotted all over Lower School this week as Year 3 were challenged to design their own mazes. As part of our Ancient Greek History topic, Year 3 found out about the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. We discovered about the Greek hero Theseus and what made a good maze or labyrinth and then had great fun designing and building our own.

Everything from pencil and paper, Lego bricks, straws and the contents of our pencil cases were used to build our mazes. We had to check them to make sure they only had one entrance, one route and one exit.

We had loads of fun creating dead ends. We think we probably could have kept the minotaur trapped in his maze.

www.thebutterflygarden.org/default.asp Thank you Geraldine Bedford Year 3 Learning Support Worker

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Year 3 Maths Year 3 have been having lots of fun in Maths this week and are consolidating their learning by making 3D shapes from nets!

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This week some of our Year 5 and 6 pupils represented The Prep at a Maths Competition hosted by Cheltenham College. The pupils, working in teams of four, pitted their wits against other schools in a series of mathematical challenges. A vast variety of puzzles were set including crossword puzzles, word problems, sequences and relay puzzles; all of which required team work and strategic thinking.

Cheltenham College Maths Competition

Although they were not the overall winners, the pupils embraced the challenge and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Some great potential was displayed…

Design &Technology Easter Course

Important information Pupils will design and build their own electric piano and chicken kitchen roll holder!

For Years 4 to 8 26 – 29 March, 09.30am – 3.30pm Cheltenham Prep D&T Room Cost: £180 to College by 24 November. REFERENCE: DT/ surname (account details can be found on termly bills)

Monday 26 – Thursday 29 March 2018 with Mr George Boyd, Head of Design & Technology Contact Details Course Leader: Mr George Boyd 01242 522 697 g.boyd@cheltenhamcollege.org Prep for The Week Issue Number 1882 9 February 2018

Pupils should wear casual, but not loose clothing and no open-toed footwear. Please bring a packed lunch, with enough drinks and snacks to keep the children going throughout the day.

Additional Information • Numbers are limited to 20 children per day, on a first come first served basis.

• All four days are required to guarantee completion of the project.

• The cost covers all materials, services, activities and private tuition.

• Book via email to Mr Boyd no later than Friday 9 6 March.

Meet the Teachers!

As part of the feedback survey that we sent out last term, one point that came up was parents' desires to learn more about our staff. We will now be running a 'getting to know you' feature with a different teacher each week!

This week, we meet Mr Boyd...

Job Title - Head of Design & Technology Favourite thing about teaching - The paperwork! Only kidding, the look of excitement on a child’s face when the learning has amazed them!

Favourite thing about The Prep - The strength and support from the Common Room.

Favourite food - a well spiced Thai curry.

Ideal holiday destination - I would love to explore the Amazon rain forest and the Inca trail.

Favourite book - The Bible.

Favourite film or TV show -Suits / The Shawshank Redemption.

Favourite subject at school - D&T. Favourite sport - Hockey / Skiing.

Least favourite subject at school - History (Apologies Mr Baird, I did not have a teacher like you!).

Things you love to do - Go for a bike ride, get in my kit car for a spin, play board games with family, dinner parties, discuss my Christian faith with others, game shooting, play competitive sport, or anything outdoors!

If you weren't a teacher, you would be... A farmer.

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Boarding House Update On Saturday afternoon, along with all the usual activities, the Houseparents' Lounge turned into a rugby viewing zone with a variety of different teams being supported. The Boarders enjoyed some snacks and drinks, and this was followed by options of football and swimming before supper.

The evening films and popcorn went down well and a good nights sleep was had after a busy week.

On Sunday afternoon the Boarders headed into town to Mr Mulligan's Lost World Golf, the first trip from school to this newly opened establishment.

There were great reports of high levels of competition as the five groups battled it out to get round in the least shots. Many thanks to Miss Sheehan and the Gap Students for their leadership and fun on the trip.

We hope that all the Boarders enjoy a good rest over half term, it has been a short but intense few weeks and we look forward to seeing everyone refreshed and ready to tackle the second half of term.

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Lower 6th Science Helpers

We were lucky this week to have helpers from Lower 6th at the College coming over to take part in our Upper School science lessons.

They were fantastic ambassadors and really helped our pupils, who were delighted to be working alongside their older colleagues.

SAVE THE DATE Friday 9 March 3.15pm Prep School library Upper School Parents’ Workshop: Endings and Beginnings ‘How to support your child with revision’ & ‘Minimise exam stress & manage anxiety’

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With the Easter holidays on the horizon and preparations for Common Entrance and end of year exams ahead, this session is aimed at helping parents to understand the following: - How to help with revision at home - Revision methods – come and see examples of resources.

- Revision Guides / Apps available to support revision.

- How the brain learns effectively.

- Planning a revision timetable.

- Be aware of strategies to minimise exam stress.

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Netball Results U13A vs Pinewood 19 - 9 U13A vs RGS Worcester 7 - 32 U13B vs Pinewood 28 - 4 U13B vs RGS Worcester 6 - 16 U13C vs Pinewood 18 - 11 U13C vs Hatherop Castle 4 - 12 U12A vs Pinewood 11 - 11 U12A vs RGS Worcester 7 - 16 U12B vs Pinewood 10 - 7 U12B vs Hatherop Castle 7-5 U11A vs Pinewood 12 - 11 U11A vs Berkhampstead 5-2 U11B vs Pinewood 6-7 U11B/C vs Berkhampstead 3-7 U 11C vs Pinewood 1-5 U10A vs Pinewood 9-7 U10A vs Berkhampstead 8-4 U10B vs Pinewood 3-2 U10B/C vs Berkhampstead 3-1

Girls Sport Team of the Week - U11A Another fantastic team effort from the U11As this week; their hard work in training this half of term is definitely paying off and they are going from strength to strength! Our defence were as solid as ever, only allowing our opposition to score two goals! One of the most impressive improvements so far, was the pace at which they were playing and moving the ball up the court. Making better use of space around the centre of the court meant that we could feed our attacking players and dominate a lot of the possession. Although the opposition also had a very strong defence, our shooters were on fire, scoring some amazing goals from a longer range. Well done girls! We are looking forward to making even more improvements after Half Term!

Tennis Academy Dates The names of those selected for the Tennis Academy are now up on the sports notice board. Please make a note of the training rota below if your daughter is involved.

U9A vs Berkhampstead 3-3 U9B vs Berkhampstead 4-3

Upper School

Middle School

U8A vs Berkhampstead

Monday 26 February (Week 8) Monday 12 March (Week 10)

Monday 19 February (Week 7) Monday 5 March (Week 9) Monday 19 March (Week 11)

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U8B vs Berkhampstead

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Boys Sport Team of the Week - U9A Football Team Having thrown away a two goal lead to end up drawing at home, earlier in the season, the U9A football team were keen to show their vast improvements as they travelled away to St Hugh's on Wednesday.

The first half began with the Cheltenham boys dominating possession and territory, building large amounts of pressure on the St Hugh's goal. After a slick passing move, that showed excellent movement off the ball, we finished with a sneaky shot into the nearpost goal.

The St Hugh's defence were now being opened up more regularly with some excellent cross field balls, using the full width of the pitch, and the Cheltenham boys extended their lead to 2-0 with a powerful finish.

It became 3-0 just before the half time whistle blew. After a quick drink and some lovely orange slices the rejuvenated boys took to the field again.

After a substitution, the Cheltenham boys found themselves playing in different positions and having to learn on the job. Defensively Cheltenham were very solid at the back and our midfielders did an excellent job in tracking back to help out. Nevertheless, an excellent breakaway goal for St Hugh's left the score at 3-1.

Cheltenham's substitute managed to leave his mark with a cool finish to end the game 4-1. An excellent and competitive game of football was enjoyed by all. Well played to the boys and a well deserved win.

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Hockey Results

Football Results

1st VII vs Pinewood 4-0 1st VII vs St Hugh's 0-1 1st VII vs Cricklade Manor 2-0

U11A vs Pinewood 2-4

2nd VII vs Pinewood 1st VII 2-0 2nd VII vs St Hugh's 2-0 3rd VII vs Pinewood 2nd VII 6-1 3rd VII vs St Hugh's 2nd VII 1-0 4th VII vs Pinewood 3rd VII 2-0 4th VII vs St Hugh's 3rd VII 2-1 4th VII vs Cricklade Manor 2nd VII 4-1 5th VII vs Pinewood 3rd VII 4-0 5th VII vs St Hugh's 4th VII 2-0 6th VII vs Pinewood 4th VII 1-2 6th VII vs St Hugh's 5th VII 1-0

U11A vs St Hugh's 6-5 U11B vs Pinewood 2-3 U11B vs St Hugh's 5-0 U10A vs Pinewood 2 - 10 U10A vs St Hugh's 1-8 U10B vs Pinewood 0-7 U10B vs St Hugh's 1-5 U9A vs St Hugh's 4-1 U9B vs St Hugh's 1-1 U9C vs St Hugh's 2-7

7th VII vs Pinewood 4th VII 0-3 7th VII vs St Hugh's 6th VII 5-0 11

House Bakery Competition

All pupils in school are encouraged to participate in the House Baking competition. This year the theme is ‘music’, with different sections of the school being asked to bake different items, all with the same musical theme. Recipes and further information are available here: www.cheltenhamcollege.org/House-Baking

This year the biscuits, cupcakes and slices of large cakes are being sold at the end of the day to raise money for our School Charity HEAL Romania.

Please ensure entries come in on paper plates or old plates.

All entries need to be handed in as follows: • Kingfishers: Kingfisher Hall • Lower School: Lower School Middle Room • Middle and Upper School: Assembly Hall by 08.25am on Monday 19 February 2018

Please can you let your child bring in £0.50 or £1.00 to allow them to buy some cake on the day, many thanks.

Happy Baking!

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Notices BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to the following pupils who have their birthdays this week: Jasper Penny (7) Magdalen Archer (10) Henry McQuitty (6) Henry Hewer (13) Thomas Churchfield (8) Norah Fielden (8) Olivia Greenwood (12) Jocasta Aylott (8) Alice Bradley (13) Harry Noble (11) Emily Grant (10) Lois Jeveons (10) Nastya Zinoveva (13)

Christmas & Easter Fun Time in the Nursery In December, we ran our first Christmas Fun Time session in our Kingfishers Nursery. Children in Kingfishers and Reception were able to enjoy extra fun after the end of term. One of the favourite activities included numerous trips to the Forest School followed by hot chocolate and yummy biscuits. Our boys and girls enjoyed festive cooking in Lower School and making their own wrapping paper and Christmas decorations. With plenty of time to relax and play indoors and outdoors with their friends, our little ones had some wonderful Christmas fun.

Look out for our Easter Fun Time week at the beginning of the Easter Holidays.

SWIM CRASH COURSE

Easter Camp Tuesday 3rd Friday 13th April 2018

AT CHELTENHAM COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE

Monday 9th – Friday 13th April

ONLY

£50

30 minute lessons Small Groups LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE! DISCOUNTS 10% for Swim School 15% for NHS staff 20% for Cheltenham Activity Camps (Extended week ONLY!)

In partnership with

Swim School

www.cheltenhamactivitycamps.co.uk 01242 705 551 CAC-033 Local Answer Easter advert half page AW.indd

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Invites you to join our Private Marquee on CHAMPION’S DAY AT THE CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL Tuesday 13th March 2018 To Book

Cheltenham Racecourse

Ticket Prices £140 for Non Members £65 for Racecourse Members or those with entrance tickets £12 Parking Ticket

Card Payments: 01242 265694 Cheques Payable to: Cheltenham College Post to: Rebecca Creed Cheltenham College Bath Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL53 7LD

Included in the Marquee Cash Bar Private Tote Racing Coverage

r.creed@cheltenhamcollege.org

Invites you to aCollege performance of

WEST SIDE STORY Friday 16th March 2018 Big Classical, Cheltenham College

Card Payments: 01242 265694 Cheques Payable to: Cheltenham College Post to: Rebecca Creed Cheltenham College Bath Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL53 7LD

Price: £10pp for Refreshments Welcome Drink: 6.45pm Upper College Common Room Curtain Up: 7.30pm Interval Drinks: c 8.45pm Upper College common Room Curtain Down: 10.30pm

r.creed@cheltenhamcollege.org

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