Category: Prep
Student Recount of Trip to Gilwell Park
My recount of our trip to Gilwell Park by: Alanna I eagerly got out of bed and leapt down the stairs. I struggled to eat my breakfast out of excitement. Today was the day of the school trip to Gilwell Park! Soon after arriving at school, the coach also arrived. I spent the journey chatting with…
Language of the Month
September’s Language of the Month is all about sharing “Good morning” in a variety of European languages – a simple yet meaningful way to nurture curiosity, respect, and a love of languages. It also ties beautifully into the European Day of Languages on 26th September, encouraging children to appreciate the linguistic diversity that connects us across Europe. Quotes…
Year 4’s Exciting Day at Gilwell Park
Year 4 enjoyed an unforgettable day at Gilwell Park, packed with fun, adventure and plenty of teamwork. The children took part in a range of exciting team-building activities that challenged their skills, built their confidence and strengthened their friendships. The day began with grass sledging, where pupils worked together to understand the sledge, develop their…
Year 6 Educational Visit
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,…
U11 Mixed Cricket ISA London North
We hosted the ISA Mixed Cricket Competition at the Woodford Wells Club. Our 3 teams, made up of year 4, 5, and 6 children battled against 10 other schools on a gloriously sunny day. All teams played well, but it was only our first team that made it to the top pool for the final…
Sports Day 2025
Avon House had an amazing time at the Woodford Wells Club, taking part in a variety of activites for sports day. The day was a brilliant celebration of sport, teamwork, and school spirit! Our Early years and Pre-Prep pupils took part in mini hurdles, the classic egg & spoon race, an obstacle course, and many…
Year 5 Science Fair
Our Year 5 pupils held their highly anticipated Science Fair and it was a big hit! The hall was filled with creative projects, and it was clear just how much hard work had gone into them. The young scientists covered a wide range of fascinating topics, from space, black holes, stars and gravity, each project…
Tutankhamun Immersive Exhibition
On Monday 2nd June, Years 4 and 6 took an unforgettable journey back in time to the heart of Ancient Egypt with a visit to the Tutankhamun immersive exhibition at the ExCeL Centre, London. From the moment they stepped inside, the children were transported to a civilisation shrouded in mystery. They explored the fascinating world of…
Soccer Aid 2025
Avon House’s 2025 Soccer Aid event was a scoring success, made even better by the beautiful weather! Children across the school took part in a range of football-themed events, including high-energy rounds of 3-a-side tournaments and closely contested penalty shoot-outs. Prep school pupils (Years 4, 5 and 6) were treated to an exciting surprise, which…
Sustainability Council Litter Pick
As part of our celebrations for STEM Week and its inspiring theme, “What a Wonderful World,” our Sustainability Council took action to help protect our local environment. On Monday 19th May, members of the Council visited the local green for a litter pick, putting into practice the important values we’ve been exploring in school. Equipped with…
