Habs Weekly
Pre-Prep and Prep School edition Friday 17 June 2022 Summer Term
Acting Head of Prep School Message Mr G Thomas There has been a wonderful atmosphere in the school this week, full of joy and positivity. I have loved observing the pupils play so happily on the school fields each breaktime and was delighted to watch over 150 of them all, voluntarily, take part in a tennis and cricket festival last Saturday morning. It, too, has been wonderful to welcome many parents to school this week and I have been so pleased with the character demonstrated by our pupils. Observing the Pre-Prep children really challenge themselves during their sports day was a particular highlight, whilst watching over 30 Prep pupils take part in a thrilling battle of the band competition reminded us of all of the importance of allowing our pupils the creative licence to express themselves. I was most proud however, when welcoming our new Year 3 pupils for the induction afternoon on Monday and the way in which the Year 5 pupils engaged and genuinely cared for our new cohort. It was brilliant. In my conversations with the pupils this week, I have reminded them that in such a richly diverse community, that we all have different skills and gifts. Some of us are highly driven whereas others prefer to go with the flow. Some of us are very outgoing whilst others more naturally reserved. Whatever our gifts, we should all support and celebrate each other. With Sports Day, Summer Concerts and school plays to come this term, this will be even more evident, and so I have asked the pupils to ensure that they maintain their compassion and humility to help keep inflating everyone’s balloon. Wishing you all a lovely weekend.
Prep School Looking ahead...
3MJ
Y3 to 5
Assembly invite W E D N E S D AY 2 2 J U N E
Chess tournament
We are delighted to invite you to
S U N D AY 3 J U LY
attend 3MJ’s Class Assembly on Wednesday 22 June.
Pupils in Years 3, 4 and 5 are invited to enter in the 5th Premier Chess Coaching Online Primary
Please arrive at the Prep School
Schools U11 tournament. This will take place on
Reception at 8.45am to sign in in time for the start of the Assembly. We anticipate the Assembly will finish at
Sunday 3 July at 5pm. Click here to read more. Entry must be before
approximately 9.15am and parking will be available via the Butterfly Lane
Thursday 23 June
entrance on Pitch 5.
Notice
Y3 to 6
Class Photos
Prep Sports Day
Class photos are now available to order.
W E D N E S D AY 2 9 J U N E
Click here to find out more.
We are very excited for our Prep Sports Day next week! Please click here for our events programme.
Assessment Results Results for assessments sat in the first half of the Summer Term are now live on Parent Portal. Click here to read more.
We are excited to welcome parents and guardians to our Prep Sports Day!
Wednesday 29 June 2022 9.30am to 3pm Click here for more details
Prep Sports Day Save the date
Pre-Prep School Reminders
Y2 Year 2 Parent Open Afternoon F R I D AY 2 4 J U N E 2PM TO 2.45PM We warmly welcome all Year 2 parents to come and spend an enjoyable afternoon with their child at the Pre-Prep School. You will have the opportunity to look at your child’s work and relax with a cup of tea and a slice of cake. Please click here to confirm your attendance by Friday 17 June.
Y1 & 2
Y1 & 2
Chess tournament
INVITE Pupils in Years 1 and 2 are invited to enter in the 5th Premier Chess Coaching Online Primary Schools U11 tournament. This will take place on Sunday 3 July at 5pm. Click here to read more. Entry must be before Thursday 23 June.
Y1
Knebworth House trip
F R I D AY 2 4 J U N E Year 1 are all excited for their trip to Knebworth House on Friday 24 June! Please remember to send your child into school dressed in his navy blue games kit and white trainers with a named raincoat, legionnaires hat and his packed lunch.
Pre-Prep Summer Concert F R I D AY 1 J U LY We are excited to provide parents with further details regarding our Summer Concert on Friday 1 July!
Click here to read the trip letter.
Y2
Whipsnade Zoo trip
Click here to read more.
T U E S D AY 2 1 J U N E Year 2 are all excited for their trip to Whipsnade Zoo on Tuesday 21 June! Please send your child into school dressed in his navy blue games kit and legionnaires hat with his packed lunch. Please remember they will arrive back slightly later than normal at 4pm therefore there will be no shuttle bus service available on this day for Year 2.
Prep School Reminders Sport fixtures S U N H AT S A N D S U N C R E A M Please ensure your child has a sunhat and sun cream when participating in sports fixtures this term.
Y3 & 5 Instrumental Music Scheme
Y6
Spaces available for Year 6 Play
BUGSY MALONE PERFORMANCE
REPORTS AND CONTINUING LESSONS
Please note we still have a few seats remaining for the Year 6 Bugsy performance for the morning and evening show.
Progress reports from your child’s instrumental teacher have now been published. Please find these on the parent portal.
Please email prepoffice@habsboys.org.uk if you would like to secure another seat.
Please click here to read more about continuing the Instrumental Music Scheme.
Year 6 Leavers’ Prize Giving We are delighted to invite you to a very special day of celebrations
Wednesday 6 July 2022 10am to 12pm We have reserved two tickets per family for both the lunch and concert. Year 6 families only.
Whole School Reminders Lunch Menu WEEK COMMENCING M O N D AY 2 0 J U N E
Breakfast and After School Care
Please click here to view the Prep and Pre-Prep lunch menus for the following week.
B O O K I N G I N F O R M AT I O N Click here to access link for week commencing 27 June to book your child into the breakfast club or ASCF. Bookings can only be made up until Friday at 12 noon of the preceding week. After this time, please email ascf@habsboys.org. uk to make your request.
Drop off Polite notice: Pupils must not be dropped off earlier than 8am into school. Thank you for your continued support.
Parking outside the Prep school NOTICE Please can parents and guardians who collect their child at the end of the school day refrain from driving up the North Drive, over the bridge and parking directly outside the Prep School. Can you please park in the designated areas either in the North Drive or the astro turf pitch. This is in the best interests of pupil, parent and staff safety.
Instrumental String Music Concert Concert A showcase of the incredible progress made by students on our Habs Spotlight inaugral Year 3 and 5 schemes.
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24 March BookThursday music lessons next year here. Bourne Hall, Habs Boys 7pm Parents welcome
Music Battle of the Bands The standard of musicianship and lofty levels of entertainment and excitement provided to us by seven group finalists of Battle of the Bands was phenomenal! Drawing from Years 3 – 6, our finalists were expertly adjudicated by Mr Thomas and Mr Swindell. We heard songs from across the decades, all chosen by the pupils themselves and rehearsed independently at home. The performers encouraged audience participation, from flag waving to clapping and singing along, and the charismatic lead singers were expertly supported by accompanying instruments. The pupils thought deeply about their musical arrangements, ensuring textural and dynamic variety throughout the songs. We all went away on a tremendous high – well done to all those who participated!
Finalists: PIRATES OF THE INDIAN OCEAN - SAISH, DHRUV, KAYLAN, AARAV, DYLAN, SHAURYA (Y6) DKRP ROCKS - DHRUV, RANVIR, PRANAY, KRISHAN (Y4) THE ROLLERS - KAYAN, SAMIH AND ABBAS (Y6) THE BLUE MONSTERS - DEVEN, JOSHUA, LEWIS, SEBASTIAN, EDWARD (Y5) THE RACOONS - RIAAN, ADAM, LUCAS, KABIR (Y3) 2SHOT - JAKE, SETH (Y4) KNOCKING ON SEVEN’S DOOR - AARAV, AIDEN, DHRUV, DYLAN, ISHAN, KABIR, RAHUL (Y6)
Winners: 1ST PRIZE - PIRATES OF THE INDIAN OCEAN 2ND PRIZE - THE RACOONS JOINT AUDIENCE WINNERS: THE ROLLERS AND KNOCKING ON SEVEN’S DOOR
School Community Year 6 Portland Residential
The weather was bright and fresh on Tuesday morning when the Year 6 pupils met in the coach park to begin their journey to the beautiful Isle of Portland. Both parents and pupils were excited for what was promised to be an action-packed week of coastal fun. After a smooth trip down to the coast we were welcomed by our instructors, who were quick to get us squeezed into wetsuits, or out on an orienteering adventure. The activities planned for us ranged from hiking to raft building, and from abseiling to coasteering. Whether in the water or climbing up a rock face, we were so lucky to enjoy fantastic weather, ensuring the climate matched our positive mindsets. The activities the pupils undertook gave them the opportunity to really challenge themselves, pushing through to the edge of their comfort zone, and often into the unknown. Whilst pupils were stretched when out and about, they also faced challenges when in their accommodation. Learning to help each other, be mindful of others, and have the discipline to keep their rooms clean and tidy. It’s clear that all pupils were able to experience unknown waters, grow as individuals, and learn something about themselves. We want to say a huge thank you to Portland Outdoor Centre, the teachers, and the pupils for the most fantastic week of memory making.
School Community 7+ Taster Afternoon Year 2 pupils had a fantastic time on Monday during their ‘move up’ afternoon. They met their new Year 3 teachers and Year 5 buddies, who took them for a tour of the school and explained about all the wonderful things they should look forward to. With their new classmates, the pupils played team games and found out about the musical instruments they can learn to play.
Sports Pre-Prep Sports Day Well done to all the Pre-Prep pupils who took part in Sports Day on Wednesday 15 June. The pupils were a credit to themselves and gave their all throughout the morning. They were totally engaged in all the activities and were very supportive to one another. Well done to everyone that took part!
Co-curricular Activities Club Update Y3 TO 6 GARDENING CLUB The last date will be Wednesday 22 June Y3 TO 6 JUDO CLUB The last date will be Thursday 30 June Y3&4 CRICKET CLUB The last date will be Thursday 30 June Y3&4 SWIMMING CLUB The last date will be Monday 27 June Y5&6 CRICKET CLUB The last date will be Wednesday 22 June Y5&6 SWIMMING CLUB The last date will be Wednesday 22 June Y5&6 PYTHON CODING The last date will be Friday 1 July Y6 VEX ROBOTICS The last date will be Thursday 30 June
PRE-PREP CALENDAR DATES T U E S D AY 2 1 J U N E Year 2 Whipsnade Zoo trip F R I D AY 2 4 J U N E Year 1 Knebworth House trip Year 2 Parent Open Afternoon T H U R S D AY 3 0 J U N E Pre-Prep Summer Production Dress Rehearsal F R I D AY 1 J U LY Pre-Prep Summer Production T H U R S D AY 7 J U LY End of term (3.15pm)
PREP CALENDAR DATES
PREP CALENDAR DATES
M O N D AY 2 0 J U N E Year 5 Instrumental Scheme concert (9.15am to 10.45am) Year 3 Instrumental Scheme concert (1.45pm to 3.15pm) Year 5 Cricket and Tennis v Highgate (2.30pm to 4pm)
W E D N E S D AY 6 J U LY
T U E S D AY 2 1 J U N E Year 4 Cricket v St Johns (2.30pm to 4pm) W E D N E S D AY 2 2 J U N E Year 3 and 4 Cricket Festival (12.30pm to 4pm) F R I D AY 2 4 J U N E Year 6 Cricket and Tennis v UCS (2.30pm to 4.30pm) T U E S D AY 2 8 J U N E Year 6 Bugsy performance (7pm) W E D N E S D AY 2 9 J U N E Year 3 to Year 6 Sports Day (9:30am - 3:30pm) M O N D AY 4 J U LY Year 3 to 6 Swimming gala (1pm) Year 3 to 6 Reports published to parents
* Selected pupils will be contacted directly.
Year 6 Leavers’ Prize Giving (10am) Year 3 to 6 Summer Concert (1:30 - 3:45pm) T H U R S D AY 7 J U LY End of term