From the Headmistress
Dear Parents,
Welcome back to the new term. I hope you have all had a wonderful
Easter break and that this sunshine has put you in a great mood for
the summer. Your children seem to be well and happy and looking
forward to the challenges that the term is bound to bring. I hope you
are pleased to see the car park carefully marked out and thank you in
advance for continuing to observe our car park code. You will also be
pleased to read about our new appointments for next term, but sad, as
indeed we are, to learn about those that are moving on. We will be
celebrating their very convincing contribution to the School on Speech
Day (invitation enclosed) and at the end of term.
Next week is Green Week and there are some new and exciting initiatives to develop the eco warrior in us! Equally we have election hustings to look forward to imminently and a mock election on 6th May. Please do discuss these topical issues with your children.
Mrs J M Burrett Speech Day
You are warmly invited to attend Speech Day on Saturday 3rd July (this day is compulsory for Years 5 - 8 and their parents usually attend and is optional for children in Years 3 & 4; prizewinners' parents usually attend, but all are invited). The day begins with Choral Matins at 10.00 am in the Chapel, followed by refreshments and Prize Giving and Speeches at 11.30 am in the Grignon Hall. The Guest of Honour is Mrs Ann West MBE JP DL, Guardian of the Round Square. This will be followed by a Reception on Cloisterfield which we hope you will enjoy. Further details of the events on the day will be forthcoming. News from Stewart House
Welcome back to the Summer Term from all of us at Stewart House. We have already had four fun-packed days, with plenty going on!
Reception have enjoyed a sunny walk to the village allotments to see if anything is already growing and tasted spinach, chives and parsley! Mouse, Rabbit and Hedgehog Classes will return to the allotments at the end of term to look for any changes.
Year One have started their project on ‘Kings, Queens and Castles’. To celebrate St. George’s Day, they have been painting dragons, writing stories and designing their own shields!
Year Two have embarked upon their ‘Healthy Living’ topic, thinking especially about the importance of drinking lots of clean water this week. They have been studying the water cycle and should be able to talk you through the first part of a super powerpoint on www.eswater.co.uk/thewatercycle.aspx entitled ‘Water Made Clearer’. You may like to look through the rest of the presentation with your child. Interesting stuff! Preparation for cricket and rounders is well underway in Year Two as well. Please practise throwing and catching at home to develop hand-eye co-ordination.
Gold Book Awards were given by Mrs Burrett to Isobel Lowry, Renee Foster and Libby Botwright on Thursday. Well done to them for excellent behaviour! Green Week - Car Sharing
Next week is Green Week - on Thursday 6th April is Car Sharing Day. Do you know who lives near you? Why not phone the School Office and find out who you can car share with? Competitions include: 'Who has the best garden at home?', 'Pumpkin growing competition' and 'Design an environmental superhero'. Please see our new Ecocode. Parents Meeting for Year 2 children transferring to Year 3
There is a Meeting for Parents on Tuesday 27th April at 7.00 pm which will provide you with valuable information about the transition from Stewart House to Ffrome Court. Old Pots for Ffrome Court
As you plant up your garden in this glorious spring weather, please could we re-use all your old pots (all types) in the Year 3 & 4 garden. Any donations please leave outside my classroom in Ffrome Court and thank you for your support.
Mrs C Lee Staff v Parents Cricket Match
Parents interested in playing cricket against the Staff on Sunday 13th June please follow the link. This is intended as a social game for families to come along and spectate in the summer sunshine whilst our resident professional, Jason Gallian captains the Parents. FPS Cricket Day 2010
Thanks to everyone who has reserved places for the Cricket Day which is now fully booked. Spectators are welcome and the match will start at 5 pm at the Essex County Cricket Ground on Thursday 3rd June. Year 3 Trip to the British Museum - diary change
This trip to the British Museum will take place on Thursday 27th May and not 7th May as published in the Summer Calendar. A letter with further details will follow nearer to the time. National Children's Orchestra
Love playing Music? Want to see what being in an orchestra is like?
Then Access 2 Orchestra is for you!
The National Children's Orchestra is coming to visit the Leys School in Cambridge on 16th May, bringing together 6-12 year olds from across the country, offering them an opportunity to meet other musicians and be led by top professional musicians. The children rehearse music together and perform at the end of the day to their family and friends. There is no cost and no audition. All children who are grades 3-8 standard are welcome. Staff Changes for September 2010
As Mr Barnes, Mrs Macaulay, Mrs Peart, Mrs Garcia, Mrs Burgess, Mrs Banks and Mrs Fossett move on to their new and exciting futures, I am pleased to tell you that we will be celebrating all that they have given on Speech Day. Those that are replacing them are briefly described in the cameos below.
Lisa Feldman is to become the new Deputy Head of Stewart House supporting on academic leadership and policy making. Anna West is to be the Curriculum Leader. These appointments begin with immediate effect.
Katie Macaulay will lead the English Department and oversee the Enhanced Learning Department. She will also teach English and lead and support the learning of those with learning difficulties. She is indeed Mrs Macaulay's daughter, but very much her own person!
Claire McIntyre taught here many years ago and is delighted to be returning. She will be known as the Learning Coach and will have the role of coordinating the work of the Learning Support Department which will now be called the Enhanced Learning Department and include the Very Able Pupils. She has considerable experience in the teaching of Mathematics and English as well as running a big Learning Support Department for a variety of different needs.
Mrs Christina Bury will be promoted to Assistant Director of Learning with responsibility for our Very Able Pupils within the Enhanced Learning Department and she will play a key role in developing our teachers further.
Both Mrs Julie Boswell and Mrs Caroline Scott-Bowden have now finished their training and are able to support the learning of children who have learning difficulties both within the class and through 1:1 tuition, pair or small group work. Mrs Thomas will continue her work in this way. They have now formally joined the Enhanced Learning Department.
Keith Rolison has a long history in prep schools similar to ours and he will lead Key Stage 3 English within the English Department. He has taught English and History to a range of abilities, as well as having a number of sporting skills, including rugby, hockey and cricket. He is an experienced tutor and leader and is leaving St.Anselms, Derbyshire to come back this way.
Catherine Wilkinson is a highly qualified and enthusiastic Year 3 teacher. She has ten years experience behind her and is fully versed in all that is required in the classroom with a real interest in drama and dance beyond the classroom. She is leaving Bishop's Stortford College to come here.
David Manson has come to us from St Margaret's, Gosfield. Many of you will know members of the Manson family already and now we have them all at Felsted! A well qualified Humanities teacher, David brings a wealth of experience and excitement about these subjects as well as considerable expertise on the games field. He will be a vital support to the netball coaching team.
Charlie Crawford comes to us as a qualified teacher of Modern Languages with a specialism in Spanish and French. She is well-travelled and very enthusiastic. As an experienced games player she will have lots to offer especially on the netball court.
Jason Lawrence is an experienced ICT teacher in the Prep School age range and he is from New Zealand. He comes with excellent pedigree as an experienced teacher, hockey coach and sportsman; he is sure to fit in well.
Erika Taunton is to join the girls' coaching team as a full time coach with immediate effect in conjunction with her role as part of the secretariat.
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Have you got your tickets?
Parents Association Summer Drinks Party
on Saturday 15 May, 8pm on the Ross Hall Lawn
Tickets are £20 per person and includes drinks and canapes.
To book tickets please click here. Sports Results
Congratulations to the Mohindru girls on getting their skiing stars - three for Layah and one for Nyah. I am sure lots of pupils have had very successful skiing holidays and improved their skills, not least our own skiing party. Thank you to Mr & Mrs Robertson for organising such a wonderful trip.
Grignon Cake Sale
Grignon are running a Cake Sale on Monday 26 April on the Anniversary of the Chernobyl Disaster in 1986. If you are able to donate cakes, biscuits etc for sale please deliver to the School Office at drop off on Monday 26th. There will be purple ribbons for sale at morning drop off and stickers for everyone who buys a cake. An Evening of Dance
The Dance Show will be at the Hunt Theatre on Wednesday 28th April at 6.30 pm. Rehearsals will start at 5.30 pm. Parents are most welcome. Click on the link for further details. Healthy Tip of the Week
Milk is a very important source of calcium. Volcanic Ash
Unfortunately some 40 children, Mrs Garcia, Mrs Lilley and Mrs Morris have been stranded abroad. We are hopeful with the opening of all UK airports and no more volcanic ash over the UK, many of them will be back in school next week. 40 Km Bike Ride Success for Charity
Mikey Barton and Angus Muir did their Helen Rollason Cancer Charity 40km bike ride during the Easter break, cycling through Pleshey, High Easter, North End and Felsted to name just a few of the villages. (Mums in tow!!).
The boys performed superbly and have raised a staggering £1185 plus gift aid. They want to thank everyone who has supported them and to say that if anyone would like to still contribute they can do so on:www.justgiving.com/Helen-Barton2. Thank you. The Big South Swim
Brian Hays will be taking part in The Big South Swim, held in August at Dorney Lake, Eton College (venue for the 2012 Olympic rowing events). He will be raising money for Accuro special needs playgroup, which his son Benjamin attends, by swimming both the Ironman-distance 3.8km race and the 1500m race back-to-back. Brian's website for donations to The Big Swim is www.justgiving.com/Brian-Hays Music Residential at Felsted
 Max Knudsen and Olivia Schweir spent some of their time over the holidays at a Residential Orchestral Camp run by Essex Youth Orchestra at Felsted, followed by a concert in St Botolphs Church in Colchester.
Hylands House Concert
There are still tickets available for this 'Last Night of the Proms' concert on Sunday 27 June. Please email Karen Lilley if you are interested or require more information (kal@felstedprep.org). Ski Trip 2011
FPS 2011 Ski Trip to Serre Chevalier will take place from 1st - 9th January 2011. This trip is open to pupils in Year 4 - 8. Resort Information and the booking form can be found on the links. St George's Joust
Celebrate England's patron saint and watch history come to life in this medieval spectacle suitable for the whole family at Cressing Temple in Braintree, Essex Preparation for the Elite Sportsman
OF, Sam Burrett opened a series of talks for the elite athlete. "Preparation is the key", explained Sam. "Setting yourself specific, attainable and realistic goals within a time frame is the way to that England dream."
Sam spoke of his realisation of this goal, broken down into tough, but rewarding physical and technical preparation, willingness to work hard and learn, eat carefully, prevent injury and work as a team. He won his young audience of talented players round by getting them involved and sharing his journey which started where theirs is now. He offered his services as mentor to any young athletes. Please email him at sjb235@ex.ac.uk. Stress Management
The staff had a vital INSET this week learning how to de-stress at the end of the day. Posture, diet, water intake, rest, a positive outlook, relationships and other factors were considered in this INSET and practical tips given for looking after the self and others!
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