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Year 6 Educational Visit

Posted: 5th September 2025

Year 6 kicked off the new school year with a wave of excitement during their visit to the Lee Valley White Water Centre. 

The children took to the kayaks, gliding across the sparkling waters before diving into an intense game of ‘Zombie’ that had everyone paddling for survival! The water wipeout course was another highlight, with pupils leaping, sliding and splashing their way through, while some simply enjoyed a relaxing float wearing their life vests! 

The sunshine was on our side, making it the perfect day to nurture friendships, show resilience and cheer each other on. It was a fantastic way to dive back into school life after the summer break, leaving everyone smiling, soaked and full of stories to share. A day of adventure, teamwork and laughter – it is safe to say Year 6 ended the week on a high tide! 

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Closure of Avon House Preparatory School

It is with much sadness that we are announcing the closure of the school with immediate effect. Avon House was founded over a hundred years ago under the name Essex House and then in the early 1950’s was renamed Avon House School. The vision for the current school was that of Sheila Ferrari who bought the school in 1970, providing a family school for pupils from 3-11 years old.

We have explored a number of options to try and save the school from closure but in recent days it became obvious that was not meant to be. The school has struggled with financial pressures including the introduction of VAT on school fees and the rise in NI and pension costs.

We have always put our pupils at the heart of school life both academically and pastorally under the banner of ‘Celebrating and supporting every child’ and we know that many pupils who have journeyed through our school have gone on to great success.

We wish all our pupils and families the best for the future as they embrace new schools in the locality.