Newsletter Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Inside this issue: The Ancient Greeks Book Fair Donation Request for Romania KS2 General Knowledge Quiz NOTICES ROAD CLOSURE Wessex Water have announced that the A361 will be closed at Coursing Batch and Chilkwell Street from Monday 20 - Thursday 30 April. The official diversion is via Wells and Shepton Mallet, see route here …………………………………………………………. 2 Messages from our Head Boy & Girl Notice to Day Parents Solar Eclipse 3 EAL Pupils of the Term Mid-Somerset Festival Music Classes Word of the Week Boarding Life 4 Sport News Sporting Stats 5-7 Parent & Child Tennis Tournament 7 Pre-Prep and Minis News 8-10 Awards Effort, Attainment & Tutor Group Awards will be published in next term’s first newsletter as they will be announced during final assembly tomorrow. This week’s Picture of the Week is this excellent painting by Maria E 7JME Threat Level Pensioner - the photo story The Ancient Greeks Rugby World Cup Choir Competition Congratulations to our singers in the Millfield Prep Senior Choir who recorded their video debut singing Skyfall by Adele. This will be submitted as part of the audition process for the Rugby World Cup choir competition. The prize for the winning choir will be to sing at the opening ceremony of the Rugby World Cup 2015. Selection will take place over the Easter holidays. Fingers crossed! Click on the icon to see the audition video Read all about it on Page 2! Easter Service Friday 27 March, 3.00pm ● Sports Hall Pupils will be taking part in the service with readings and music. Tea, coffee and hot-cross buns will be served from 2.30pm. The service begins at 3.00pm and will last for approximately 40 minutes. Family and friends are most welcome. Day children can be collected following the service and boarders can be collected from houses from 3.45pm. NO clubs or games will be running on Friday 27 March. If you have any comments or suggestions, please contact the Editor: [email protected] or call 01458 837763 HOME Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 2 The Ancient Greeks The Juniors pulled off another stellar performance this week with their production of The Ancient Greeks. There were many memorable moments; from the despair of King Menelaus (Lucas B) to the joys of the Olympic races. We will never forget the Rock God (Artem S) or the wisdom of the thinkers (Polly M, Bobby M, Alex P and Jasmine C). Zeus (Andrew H) never found the perfect cake despite the best efforts of the gods and the war between the Greeks and the Trojans was finally won when Odysseus (Hamish Hart) came up with the splendid idea of hiding inside a wooden horse (courtesy of Mr Kemp in DT). All the children worked spectacularly hard to learn their lines, dance routines, music and songs to wow their audience. Comments following the show were highly complimentary with the audience loving the energy of the performance and its inclusivity, as all children played a part, whether in the band, as a dancer, a singer or an actor. The Pre-Prep audience on Friday were delighted with the show and Lottie (Year 1 ) said “Thank you for the Greek play, I liked it when they played the Greek music. I loved seeing the bake-off cakes”. Sam (Year 1) commented “Thank you for the Greek play. I liked the wrestlers and the chariots. It was fun when the Juniors did the play.” The collection following the performances raised £173.00 for Tearfund a charity that Miss Tang our Music Intern will be working with when she leaves us in the summer. We certainly had a lot of fun putting on the performance and we are looking forward to the summer term when Hobgoblin Theatre will be visiting the Juniors with a follow-up performance of Perseus and Medusa and a drama workshop. See more photos via the icon above Mrs Seal KS2 General Knowledge Quiz Donation Request Our steward, Mr Kelly, is planning his annual trip to the orphanage in Romania. He is always very grateful for your kind donations and hopes that during your spring cleaning in the Easter break you can collect clothes and toys for the May Fair stall. Please bring the items to the Prep Reception. Also, you can buy tickets for a raffle for your chance to win some excellent prizes: Millfield Prep School Draw 1st Prize Luxury Food Hamper 2nd Prize Milfield Holiday Course Voucher 3rd Prize Beauty Products with Voucher 4th Prize Family Ticket for Wookey Hole The draw will take place at the May Fair on Monday 4 May, tickets £1 in aid of The Libra Foundation/Romania Orphanage. Charity no: 1123200 Thank you for your support! The Junior quiz teams were in action on Monday 16 March competing in the National Key Stage 2 General Knowledge Quiz area heat. They were competing against teams from Blundell's, Wells Cathedral and Queen's College Taunton. As King’s Hall were unable to put together a team our reserves ended up making a third Millfield Prep team pitting their wits against the other eight teams in the competition. Wells once more but with only two questions to go were unable to fight back and secure enough points to gain the upper hand once more. Wells only scored 20 points more than our team but unfortunately as only one team progresses through to the next round it meant that we narrowly missed out on a semi-final place. Our only hope is if we have scored highly enough to be given a wild card entry. The competition is organised by the company Quiz Club with over 360 schools taking part nationally. Questions are asked from a wide range of topics including, geography, science, maths, world affairs, history, art and music and go well beyond the national curriculum at this age. Frequently, the adults watching in the audience can struggle to come up with the correct answers. However, clearly our junior pupils at MPS were not fazed by these and all three teams put in a top performance. Our valiant team of reserves put in a sterling performance especially considering that they weren't expecting to compete. The team of Rosa L (captain), Alex P, Ben B and Alexandra B managed to fend off stiff competition from the other teams to gain 3rd place. Our second team of James M (captain), Molly H, Willow W and Maisie Z also did brilliantly to push the competition out and landed us a fourth place entry as well. To gain 2nd, 3rd and 4th placings in a competition of this standard is an extremely good result and shows what talented pupils we have at Millfield Prep. Well done to all those who took part and a huge thank you to all the staff and Juniors who came along to support and encourage our teams. Our first team consisting of Wyatt W (captain), Bobby M, Charlie M and Alex H were chasing Wells Cathedral Team 2 from the start. Throughout the afternoon, the lead swapped between the two teams and the audience grew increasingly Mrs Sanford nervous to find out who the victor would be. During the final round our team relinquished their lead to HOME Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Messages from our Head Girl and Head Boy I will never forget what it felt like to be asked to be Head Boy and I think this memory will stick with me forever. I’m very proud to have been Head Boy at such a wonderful school. My favourite part of being Head Boy was going to the Pre-Prep assemblies to hand out stickers to all the excited young children. But my best memory was getting to speak with the brilliant author Lauren St. John, because I found it interesting how she grew up on a farm in Zimbabwe. It has been a great honour to be Head Boy and good luck to the next one, whoever it may be! I have really enjoyed this term of being Head Girl, it has been a wonderful experience and a huge privilege to represent the school. Being Head Girl with Jacob has been great fun, we have had a lot of laughs. I have especially enjoyed doing tours around the school for people; I think I now know the school inside out! I have also really liked the Pre-Prep assemblies; I cant believe that we were ever that small! I am sad that it is coming to an end but I am looking forward to see who will take on our role next term. I have had a amazing time. Page 3 Notice to Day Parents… Dear Parents, We are delighted to have boarders attend day pupil birthday parties at weekends. Recently however, ‘Pupil Post’ has let us down! Several backpacks seem to have eaten invitations and houseparents have only found out about the party when day pupil parents arrive to collect the boarder. We would much rather have the opportunity to have the boarders properly prepared with a present and a card. Please could you let the houseparents know if you intend to invite a boarder to a party. Many Thanks in advance for your help. Mr Stubbs Solar Eclipse The universe kindly coordinated with our 7D Physics lesson on Friday morning on the solar system with the last UK solar eclipse for 85 years. Here is the very excited group pictured during the eclipse. Can you explain what is happening to create a solar eclipse? Eloise L, Head Girl Jacob P, Head Boy Click on the icon to see the solar eclipse in action EAL Pupils of the Term This term has seen a series of ‘firsts’ for the EAL department. Our first partial solar eclipse, the first time our entire pupil-base has taken part in our annual Junior Apprentice competition, and the first time that the honour of Pupil of the Term has been shared. The results of the Junior Apprentice are listed below, but all of the children put a great amount of effort into their projects. The winners of the best advert (viewed via the icon below) are Yuka M and Ignacio R, who are also Pupils of the Term. They have put so much effort into their work while they’ve been with us, that we couldn’t give it to just one of the 7NPW duo. Alas they, along with the famous Eduardo M and Antonio I, will be leaving EAL for the English department after the Easter holiday, but all good things must come to an end. Well done to all pupils, as well as Mrs Trevis for coordinating their efforts, for the Junior Apprentice! Mr Seal Mid-Somerset Festival Music Classes Junior Apprentice Best Group Antonio I and Eduardo M Best Individual Last Wednesday a number of Millfield Prep musicians travelled to Bath to participate in various music classes at the Mid-Somerset Festival. Well done to all our talented pupils who took part in such a nerve-wracking experience which consisted of: performing in front of peers, competitors from other schools, parents and teachers, general public; and receiving feedback and results from the adjudicators. Rebecca K We are pleased to announce that our pupils received a total of 14 distinctions, nine commendations and three merits. Best Effort Congratulations to the following for their fantastic marks: Sasha K Best Advertisement (shared) Yuka M and Ignacio R Best Question & Answer Section Anton D Best Junior Arseniy O Jacob P who won in the class ‘Show Song from Musical or Film (Age 12 years)’ and achieved second place in another class. Jake P who was his class winner ‘Show Song from Musical or Film (Age 13)’ and came third in another class. Annabel J for winning her class ‘My Favourite Song (10 and under)’ and achieving an equal second place in another class. Caitlin C who came second place in ‘Show Song form Musical or Film (Age 12 years)’. Harvey M who achieved third place in two different classes. A very well done to all who took part: Harriet J, Jacob P, Jake P, Harvey M, Annabel J, Thor D, Eloise L, Caitlin C, Alice N, Lucy R, Maddie C, Georgia O, Loveday H and Joanna M who also performed in the harp class on the same day! Video password: eal3 Year 7 Production Word of the Week DVD of ‘Threat Level Pensioner’ This week, translate the following Spanish word for your chance to win a small prize… ‘Limpiaparabrisas’ Copies of the DVD recording, produced by a new company, Flying Tiger, will be available early next term. Please email [email protected] if you would like to order a copy. a) Umbrella b) Washing machine c) Windscreen-wiper Please send answers to Mrs Crispin at [email protected] HOME Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 4 Boarding Life... Boarder of the Week Timur O has given up his own free time recently to show prospective parents and visitors from his native Russia around the school and his house Chestnut. He is a fine ambassador for Millfield Prep. Berewall girls received this heart-warming thank you note after they donated their old-style skirts and some spare uniform and sports kit to the Etatu charity. Champion boys Jimmy B and Louis C raised over £400 cleaning boots and shoes yesterday. Thank you to all their customers and to Mr James for helping to organise the event. Well done boys! Above: Boarders trying out the new mountain bikes as part of the Sunday activity program last weekend. Above: The boarders were lucky enough to have Mr Edalatpour on duty this weekend. They took part in a watercolours workshop and enjoyed the beautiful Somerset sunshine. Boarders’ Art Competition The final pieces - which can be in any medium - will be displayed in the boarding houses, and the winners will receive prizes in the form of vouchers. There is no theme...it can be in any form and of anything! Mrs Shayler and Mr Maxwell will be the judges. Berewall girls celebrated the completion of packing with an Easter bonnet competition. There were some stunning designs! The girls in Hollies enjoyed a couple of Easter activities including a huge Easter egg hunt around the boarding house. Here are the girls with the treats they discovered. They also took part in a competition to design a fabulous Easter outfit using newspaper and card. Well done to Victoria T’s group for gaining 1st place! HOME Sport HOME Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 5 Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 RUGBY SEVENS Page 5 BIATHLE The finale to the sevens season is the Rosslyn Park National School Sevens which is the biggest schools rugby tournament in the world and the most prestigious event on the schools sevens circuit. After a super opening day where we won our group quite comfortably and then defeated Cheltenham in the play-off stages, we qualified for the second day of the tournament. Unfortunately, we were unable to repeat our superb form from the previous day and we were subsequently eliminated from the competition. However, it was a wonderful experience for the boys and it gave them an invaluable lesson in tournament sevens. Mr Hill Dorset Biathle Relays at Leweston School, Sunday 22 March NETBALL A lovely sunny morning down in Exeter saw some amazing netball to finish off the term. The girls came through their group match as runners-up after losing to Blundell’s. They played West Buckland in the semi-final and were deserved winners 4-2. This set up another encounter with Blundell’s in which everything clicked and the Millfield spirit kicked in. The girls played their best netball of the season; a true team effort which saw them 5-1 winners! A wonderful way to end the season and the girls should be very proud of their achievements just as I am of them. Very, very well done girls. Team: Phoebe C, Tilly S, Harriet J, Cisca N, Polly M, Charlotte G, Stella G, Jasmine C. Mrs Hazell Last Sunday three pupils competed at the Dorset Biathle Relays, Leweston School. A Biathle normally consists of continuous ‘Run-Swim-Run’, however with this event being relay based, each pupil had to complete a continuous ‘Run-Swim’ and then as a team they had to run a further distance to finish the race. Niall Caley, Annabelle Davis and Martine Scott (all Year 8s) competed as a mixed relay team and were very successful. As a team they placed 1st in their age group (U15) and they also placed 2nd overall against all the older age groups, narrowly missing 1st place by two seconds which is a fantastic achievement. Well done to you three. I would also like to personally thank those parents that helped out with this event, without them our pupils would not have raced. Next up for Multi-Sports is the National Schools Biathlon Championships taking place this coming weekend at the Olympic Park, London. 24 pupils had qualified for this event (including Niall, Annabelle and Martine), with 20 of those pupils taking their places on the starting line. You can follow this event on the @MPS_Sport twitter account, or by following #SchoolsBi2015. Best of luck to our pupils. Mr Clarke GOLF The first Millfield Prep Golf Academy match of the year was an away match at Port Regis with a team of nine pupils making the trip. The match was at Port Regis' home course which is a short but tricky 9 hole layout. Team captain Charlie G played excellently in his game to win his match against the Port Regis number 1 comfortably. Further wins followed from Sky P, Morgan C, Javier R, Jack Hayes and Barney F. Sam P holed a 3 foot putt on his last hole to secure half a point with William O and Gator H losing out on the last hole of their games. An excellent performance by all the boys resulted in a 6.5 - 2.5 victory and the return match is on 28 April at Kingweston GC. The golfers now move on to the Somerset School Championships at Worlebury Golf Club where nine pupils will be representing the school. Sporting Stats The latter end of the spring term feels like the tournament season! We have had pupils representing the school all over the country in various national sporting competitions. We are very proud of their wonderful achievements. However, I wanted to share with you a few important statistics that tell you so much more about the sporting provision at Millfield Prep. In Years 3 to 7 every child has regularly represented the school in competitive inter-school fixtures and in Year 8 we are operating with a participation rate of 97%. Since September we have run 194 different school teams across 27 separate sports. We have hosted or attended an amazing 1,940 matches! I am sure you would like to join me in thanking our amazing group of sports coaches. Mr Morgan-Hughes Mr Vibert HOME Sport HOME Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 6 Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 6 SWIMMING What a final weekend Millfield Prep swimmers had at the Somerset county Championships. They finished in great style winning 25 gold, 11 silver and 10 bronze medals and a staggering 132 personal best times were set. Three school records were broken and to put the icing on the cake we won two trophies for the top points in the relays and overall Top Junior Club in Somerset 14/U. 11 years Huw W - 1st 200m Butterfly, 1st 100m Backstroke, 1st 50m Backstroke, 1st 100m Freestyle, 1st 200m IM. Charlotte T - 3rd 100m Freestyle 14 years Maddie C - 1st 100m Freestyle, 1st 200 IM, 1st 50m Butterfly, 1st 50m Backstroke, 1st 100m Backstroke. Susan R - 3rd 100m Freestyle. 10 years Grace O - 3rd 50m Backstroke. Alex P - 1st 50m Backstroke, 1st 50m Butterfly, 1st 200m Butterfly, 1st 200m IM, 1st 100m Backstroke new school record, 1st 100m Freestyle new school record. 12 years Wyatt W - 3rd 100m Backstroke. Yuka M - 3rd 100m Freestyle, 3rd 50m Butterfly. Sophie M - 1st 50m Butterfly, 2nd 100m Freestyle, 2nd 200m Butterfly, 3rd 50m Backstroke. Rocco C - 1st 50m Backstroke, 1st 100m Backstroke, 1st 100m Freestyle, 1st 200m IM, 1st 50m Butterfly, 2nd 200m Butterfly. 13 years Jami S - 3rd 100m Freestyle, 3rd 200m IM Alice G - 1st 50m Butterfly new school record, 1st 50m Backstroke, 3rd 100m Backstroke. A quote from Millfield coach, Jak Mullins: “As the final for the 14 year-old Girls’ 50m Back race made their way to the blocks, we witnessed a sight that brought a smile to all five coach’s faces. A group of eight girls, all in Millfield green, all relaxed and smiling, ready to do battle with each other as they took their places in the final, one by one stepping up to fill all eight lanes. Imara-Bella T, Charlotte W, Hazza L, Tash R, Alice G, Molly T, Susan R and Josie S had seen off the competition, and were leaving the Counties with a defiant and clear message… ‘We are here. Catch us if you can.’ Well done to Alice who won that final and to Susan who came 4th.” Polly P - 2nd 100m Backstroke, 2nd 50m Backstroke, 2nd 200m IM, 3rd 100m Freestyle. Alexander S - 1st 50m Butterfly, 2nd 200m Butterfly, 2nd 100m Backstroke, 2nd 50m Backstroke, 2nd 200m IM, 2nd 100m Freestyle. Congratulations to the following swimmers for producing personal bests; Freya L, Benjamin L, Christian W, Woody T, Aurelio C, Tom O, Willow W, Emily O, Caitlin M, Philippa L, Ffion R, Georgia O and Izzy C. Thank you also to Lin Skirton and James Clarke for all your hard work over the last four weekends of competition. A special mention... From all the swimmers we would like to say a huge thank you to Mr Clarke who leaves us now for his travels to Singapore where he has taken up the post of assistant coach. James has been a fantastic help and support to all the swimmers and we wish him all the very best and he will be missed. Edgarley relays Wednesday 25 March The annual Edgarley Relays always attracts a high quality field with schools from Cumbria, Cornwall, Dorset, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire and Berkshire. The competition was as exciting as ever but very strong teams from Queen Elizabeth school in Cumbria dominated the show with wins in both the girls and boys races. The boys team was 2nd in the English Schools National Finals in December where our boys were just behind them in 3rd. Queen Elizabeth also took the B team competition in the boys race. However, Millfied Prep pupils showed their class with 2nd places in both the girls’ and boys’ races and Rory N and Martine S were the fastest runners. Well done to all Sports Colours TENNIS Luke T Jamie T NETBALL Natasha B Ollie H Tajera D Elodie J Annabelle D Molly S Susan R Alice G Isabel B Martine S Olivia B JUDO Max K Edward W HOCKEY Oliver B Korbyn C Jamie T Jacob P Joe M William S Harvey M Max H Hugo K the runners who took part. Girls A team-2nd Marine S - fastest lap Olivia K - 3rd fastest Lily D - 17th fastest Annabelle D - 44th fastest Girls B team-12th Polly P 21st Yuka M 35th Darcy Z 40th Elodie J 78th Girls C Team-19th Ollie H 48th Natasha B 64th Alice N 82nd Izzy C 89th Max K Rory N Angus S Nathaniel A Half Niall C Max F Jordan E James G Tom O Oliver H SWIMMING Woody T Niall C Tom O Boys A Team-2nd Rory N 1st Oliver H 8th Niall C 13th Mac R 20th Boys B Team-9th Aurelio C 22nd Jami S 25th Cameron M 33rd Ben H 50th Boys C Team-14th Archie W 38th Luke M 40th Korbyn C 49th James G 77th HOME Sport HOME Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 7 Millfield Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Page 7 BOYS’ HOCKEY On Thursday 19 March our 1st VII Hockey team competed in the National Prep School Hockey Finals. From an initial entry of more than 160 schools, qualifying teams came from as far as Norfolk, Scotland and Kent. In the group stages we started superbly defeating two strong teams from the East. However, two below par performances meant that we finished as group runners-up which presented us with a significant challenge. In the quarter finals we met the East Champions, Bishop Stortford. Despite trailing at half time our boys fought back magnificently to win on golden goal. Without question this was one of our best performances of the season. This set up a semi-final encounter with our old adversaries from Dean Close. We started brilliantly to lead 2-0 at half time. Dean Close upped their game after the break and scored two superb short corners and added an open play third to defeat us by the odd goal. Congratulations to Dean Close who went on to win the final 4-0 over Foremarke. We were hugely proud of the Millfield Prep team who pushed a quality side very close. So near! Well done chaps! Mr Morgan-Hughes Mendip Junior Cross Country League Fifth and final race, Tor Leisure, Tuesday 24 March It was another record breaking year with over 500 children taking part in this local league. As usual Millfield Prep runners did very well and came away with medals and trophies. Well done to Billy N who is Mendip Champion for 2015 and well done to all the girls and boys who took part and didn’t quite get a medal. Year 3 and 4 Girls Melissa M 3rd Lola M 4th (3rd overall) Issy M 35th Team-3rd (5th overall) Year 3 and 4 Boys Arseniy O 1st William T 4th (3rd overall) Conor D 7th Ellis J 10th Team-1st (14th overall) Year 5 and 6 Girls Emily O 13th (16th overall) India-Rose O-15th (15th overall) Jasmine C-16th (10th overall) (highest MPS runner) Charlotte G-17th (13th overall) Stella G 19th Harriet J 22nd Maddie C 24th Caitlin M 32nd Rebecca S 35th Amy S 47th Ella M 51st Team-4th (3rd overall) Year 5 and 6 Boys Billy N 1st (1st Overall) Alex P 2nd Wyatt W 16th Patrick S 25th (9th overall) Aedhan G 32nd (20th overall) Logan M 39th James M 47th Alexander M 55th Christian W 57th Team-1st (1st overall) Mr Etherington Dear Parents, Parent and Child Tennis Tournament PARENT AND CHILD TENNIS TOURNAMENT On Saturday 2 May we are holding a ‘Parent and Child’ tennis tournament at the Senior School grass courts or indoors if it is wet. Any combination of child and adult may enter this event, which is being co-organised by the Tennis Department and Parents’ and Friends’ and is aiming to be an enjoyable family afternoon. In addition, and at the same time, we will also be entering the Quorn Family Tennis Cup. This is for any 10 and Under child born 1 September 2004 or later to play with an adult family member (can be parent, uncle, aunt, sibling etc). Doubles played on Mini Red tennis court with Mini Red balls (aim is definitely FUN and child centred rather than serious adult competition). Winners of the Quorn Family Tennis Cup may get the opportunity to represent the school in another competition later in the year. If you would like to enter the fee is £10.00 per team and entry forms should be returned to the Prep School office for the attention of Parents’ and Friends’ as soon as possible and no later than Monday 27 April 2015. Many thanks, Saturday 2 May 2015 4.30pm at Millfield Senior School Courts Cost £10.00 per team Name of Parent ................................................................................................. Name of Child ................................................................................................. Child’s Age .............................................................................. Group Tutor ................................................................................................. Contact Number ................................................................................................. Entry forms and entry fee of £10.00 per team either cash or cheque (made out to Millfiled Parents’ and Friends’ Association) should be handed into the school office for the attention of the Parents’ and Friends’ Association. Nikki Della Valle Chair - Parents’ and Friends’ Association Entry forms should be returned no later than Monday 27 April 2015. Newsletter Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 This Week… The end of another term at Millfield Pre-Prep. The days certainly do fly by! This week I had the pleasure of joining Pre-School on their Easter Bunny trail. It was such a lovely, fun-filled morning for them and they all behaved so beautifully. So many opportunities for language development, teamwork and a whole range of other skills, including using a peeler to peel the Easter Bunny’s carrots! The little ones really do make me smile on a daily basis, and if ever I am feeling overloaded with paperwork or emails, a quick trip next door to chat to the three year olds soon banishes the blues! (No excuses either now for them not helping you to peel the veg for Sunday lunch…) The children have all worked very hard this term and are ready for their wellearned holiday. I hope the sun shines on us all and that you are able to enjoy some quality family time together. Happy Easter from all of the Pre-Prep staff. Mrs Blasdale Click on the icon to see photos from our Mother’s Day assembly Year 2 Potatoes This week Year 2 have planted new potatoes in their raised beds and are looking forward to harvesting them before the end of the summer term. They have also had fun writing instructions to make chocolate nests which will go into their Easter baskets. Travelling Book Fair! We have the Book Fair visiting us from 6-13 May. All classes will be visiting the Fair during the week to purchase a book, but you are also welcome to pop in and purchase books for your child/ren yourself if you wish to. It will be held in the Pre-Prep dining room every day from 8.30am-4.00pm and I would suggest that 8.30am after drop off or 3.15pm would be good times for Pre-Prep parents to visit. You can also order books online with click and collect from travellingbooks.co.uk. Just order and pay online and collect the books from the Fair. Riding News Lilly M (pictured right) has qualified for the South West Pony Show in Wales. She was reserve champion overall with her pony at a show at King Sedgemoor last month. Well done Lilly! May Fair Plant Stall Please, please get planting, splitting and digging for our PrePrep plant stall. Funds raised will be in aid of the RNLI (Lifeboats and Lifeguards). Thank you so much! Millfield Pre-Prep Newsletter ● Issue 566 ● 26 March 2015 Farm to Fork Trail at Tesco We had an amazing visit to Tesco in Glastonbury. The children made wonderful bread rolls and were able to follow the complete bread making journey. We saw fish being filleted and a salmon eating a sardine! The children have written wonderful letters to say thank you for this very exciting trip. Page 9 Donation Request Our steward, Mr Kelly, is planning his annual trip to the orphanage in Romania. He is always very grateful for your kind donations and hopes that during your spring cleaning in the Easter break you can collect clothes and toys for the May Fair stall. Please bring the items to the Prep Reception. Also, you can buy tickets for a raffle for your chance to win some excellent prizes: Millfield Prep School Draw 1st Prize Luxury Food Hamper 2nd Prize Milfield Holiday Course Voucher 3rd Prize Beauty Products with Voucher 4th Prize Family Ticket for Wookey Hole The draw will take place at the May Fair on Monday 4 May, tickets £1 in aid of The Libra Foundation/Romania Orphanage. Charity no: 1123200 Thank you for your support! A Fond Farewell Reception are bidding a fond farewell to Shay and his family. They are moving to Scotland in the Easter holiday and will be greatly missed by all the class. 'Show and Tell' will never be the same without Shay! We will be keeping in touch via e-mail and look forward to hearing all their exciting news. Good luck from us all! Our Minis have been making a splash! See more photos over the page... Splash!! Well done to everyone who joined us for Swimming last week. Everyone had a great time splashing and building their confidence in the water. The children enjoyed the swimming lesson, water toys and giant floats! After a busy and energetic morning the children and parents had a leisurely snack and coffee break back at school. We finished our session with a story book and awarded everyone with a certificate for super-duper swimming! A big thank you to Mrs Collins and Mr Clark for giving us with such a fantastic swimming lesson!
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