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Pre-Prep’s First Cross Country
They may be smaller in stature than the Prep Department pupils, but our Pre-Prep Cross Country runners are no less mighty! Taking two laps of the course in their stride, Year 1 and Year 2 gave it their very best as they completed their first Cross Country race yesterday. With some very dedicated Year 6…
Transitioning to Prep (Year 2 to Year 3)
Year 2 were treated to a special interview with Mr Manning (Head of Prep) this week so they could explore with him what it is like in our wonderful Prep Department. The children were very inquisitive and had a range of questions answered including learning about the roles of responsibility in Year 6, the extensive…
European Day of Languages
Today is European Day of Languages, an annual celebration set by Council of Europe, for promoting awareness of the importance of language learning. Delivered by Freshwater Theatre and spoken entirely in either Spanish or French, pupils from Foundation 2 to Year 6 took part in exciting and interactive story workshops during the day. Our Pre-Prep…
Floating Ideas in Science
This week, Year 5 carried out their planned science enquiry. Their enquiry question was: Does the size of a parachute affect the time it takes for it to fall to the ground? The children were able to identify the affects of air resistance and make connections related to the surface area of the parachute. The…
Year 6 Bikeability Training
Year 6 have been taking part in their Bikeability training today. Pupils learnt important and practical cycling skills including how to maintain their bikes, signalling and stopping safety, how to make observations of other road users and understanding priorities on the road. Well done Year 6!
Sports Council Q&A With Mr Joy
The Sports Council were joined by a special guest on Monday, as Chris Joy, the manager of The Woodford Wells Cricket Club met with them for lunch followed by a Q & A session. The children asked some searching questions such as what Chris enjoys most about his job and even the profit margins of…
Inter House Prep Cross Country
The 2024 Avon House Inter-House Prep Cross Country Race was a resounding success on Friday, with pupils from Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 participating enthusiastically and with determination to finish their course. Hosting the event this year at The Woodford Wells Club, and with perfect weather conditions for running, we were delighted to welcome…
Walk To School Week
Our Autumn Term ‘Walk to School’ was well-attended success this week! The autumnal path has been filled with talk around the changing season and school events of the last few weeks, as our pupils engaged and built friendships with peers across year groups. Walking helps to improve mood, increases focus and readiness to learn once…
Unicef GOLD Reaccreditation
We are proud and delighted to announce that Avon House has been re-accredited over the summer and has once again been awarded Gold by UNICEF UK’s Rights Respecting School programme. UNICEF is the world’s leading organisation working for children and their rights. The Rights Respecting Schools Award is granted to schools that show commitment to…
Happy Mawlid al-Nabi
In assembly this morning, volunteers from 4PH discussed the significance of Mawlid al-Nabi, the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) for Muslims. Although it is an important date in the Muslim calendar, it is not generally celebrated widely. Yusuf explained, ‘This is because the Prophet himself did not make a…
