Headmaster’s Update
Earlier this term we celebrated Shakespeare’s extraordinary contribution to literature and language and this week we started with an assembly all about another literary great, Edward Lear, also a very talented musician and draughtsman. We celebrated World Limerick Day, held annually on the 12th May, to honour Lear’s birthday, given that he popularised limericks as short poems, often written with a humorous theme. Today’s Celebration Assembly showcased a number of examples, penned by pupils and staff, so well done to everyone who showed their creative side! Continuing the assembly theme, it was wonderful to witness Mrs Barnes’ assembly yesterday which focussed on endangered species and wildlife, continuing on from our Conservation Day last week. Did you know that the mountain gorilla is one of the most endangered animals in the world?
Of course, the school has been a little quieter this week, given that our first residential trip took place. Year 3 had a wonderful time at Marchants Hill near Hindhead, taking on team and individual challenges across the beautiful woodland site. I am especially pleased to report that the PGL staff commented very positively on the children’s engagement, determination and good manners and that the Year 3 staff reported that they enjoyed a full uninterrupted night’s sleep! Thank you very much indeed to Mrs Jelfs, Mrs Engelhardt, Mr Chatzidavaris and Miss Maddison for leading the trip and making the trip such a success. Indeed, these opportunities for the children to travel and broaden their horizons, learning to be independent and resilient, are vital for healthy happy development. We are all very much looking forward to the host of residential trips for Year 4 to Year 8 in late June.
Oliver Barrett, Headmaster
Key Dates
May
| Day: | Date: | Event: |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 18th May – Friday 22nd May – Years 3-8 Assessment Week | ||
| Mon | 18 | Raising Resilience Parent Drop in session |
| Tue | 19 | Year 4 Future Schools Presentation (online) 7pm |
| Thu | 21 | Year 5 History Masterclass @ Epsom College (invite only) |
| Thu | 21 | Pre-Prep Summer Concert |
| Thu | 21 | Year 7&8 Residential Trip Meeting (online) 6pm |
All up to date events information can be found on MSP
Sports Fixtures
May
| Day: | Date: | Sport Event: | Location: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 18 | Year 4 A&B Girls Cricket vs St. Catherine’s | St Catherine’s School |
| Wed | 20 | Year 5 A&B Girls Cricket vs St. Catherines | Kempton CC |
| Wed | 20 | Year 6 Boys A&B vs Hampton Prep | Kempton CC |
| Fri | 22 | Year 3&4 A,B,C&D Girls Cricket vs Willington | Willington Prep |
| Fri | 22 | Year 3 Boys A&B vs Hampton Prep | Hampton Prep School – Carlisle Park |
| Fri | 22 | Year 4 Boys A,B&C vs Hampton Prep | Kempton CC |
All up to date events information can be found on MSP
Mrs Fox and Mrs Lindsay Half term Art club at TPS
Sports Plus – May Half-Term Multi-Sports Holiday Camp at TPS
My School Portal
My School Portal is a great school-to-parent communication system.
Here you will find the latest events, which can be synced with your electronic calendar, weekly menus and copies of all letters sent home.
Below are important notices from two key departments which are updated weekly:
Pre-Prep — messages from Mrs Barnes including club collection
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Safeguarding & Wellbeing messages from our Designated Safeguarding Team
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School Meals week commencing: 18th May Menu Week 2
