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Mr. Lewis accompanied William Barker, Yishai Choo, Blake Gibson and Bertie Heighton to the ISA National Table Tennis Competition that took place at the University of Nottingham today. The children had a very early start this morning, leaving here at 7am. I am delighted to share with you that in the Cup Competition Yishai came 3rd and Blake 4th, in the Plate Competition Will came 1st and in the Bowl Competition Bertie came 3rd! Well done boys, a fantastic achievement!

On Monday, the school hosted the inaugural District Dance Competition. Several local schools took part in the competition that was judged in two age categories. The Judge, Ms. Staunton, had a very difficult time in selecting the prize winners from a very diverse range of dance styles, some of which featured up to 30 children whilst others entered solo performers. We were thrilled to share with you that we came first in both categories. Children from Lower One and Upper One performed their street dance ‘Gangsta Grannies’ and children from Lower Two and Upper Two performed their contemporary piece ‘How [...]

The school was pleased to welcome Fr John back to the school to celebrate mass in honour of the founder of the Ursuline Order, St. Angela. Upper One made an important contribution to the liturgy with their readings and prayers. They had worked hard in their preparations by learning about the life of St. Angela and her vision for education and shared some lovely writing with us at the end of the mass. Fr John talked to the children about St Angela’s vocation and what it meant to be a saint, which was very interesting and inspiring. [...]

Upper Two’s Enterprise Week got off to a fantastic start this week with their ‘Fun and Food Fair’ on Monday morning. Following weeks of preparation each House set up their stall selling food or drink items and their fun fair game. The hall was a buzz with excitement and sales patter as each class from Pre-Reception to Lower Two came to spend their cash. Everyone had a fantastic time and we are pleased to announce that Upper Two raised an amazing £1,121! The school would like [...]

The school celebrated STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) Week from Monday 8th to Friday 12th January 2024. Throughout the week the children took part in activities ranging from; watching a maths magic show performed by Michael J. Fitch, worked with a visiting artist to produce specific pieces, an inter-house maths quiz as well as building their own vehicle to transport a teddy! An enjoyable week had by all!

Upper Two had an absolutely magical time on their visit to the Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studios in Watford on Monday. The children thoroughly enjoyed their tour which began in the breath-taking Great Hall, complete with a sumptuous Christmas feast and a ceiling of floating candles. From there the children loved finding out how the films were made including props, costumes, and special effects such as green screen technology. After a slightly terrifying wander through the Forbidden Forest and a visit to platform 93⁄4 the Upper Twos had their lunch, which for some came with an accompaniment of delicious Butter [...]

On Thursday, 8th December Lower Two visited The Shard. The children had the privilege of experiencing ‘a day at the office’ at Kraft Heinz. In preparation to our visit the children worked hard in groups to create their own sauce flavours, we researched sauce ideas plus looked at various advertising techniques in order to fine tune our pitches. During the visit, the children were given a very warm welcome to Kraft Heinz, we were given a tour of both floors in The Shard that are occupied by Kraft Heinz. The children learnt the background history of the company whilst familiarising [...]

Christmas has begun at the Ursuline Prep. now that the children have taken part in our annual Christingle!  It was an absolute pleasure to welcome our Trustees, Governors, Guests, Parents and members of the clergy to our celebration The children sang, danced, read, and behaved brilliantly.  It was a truly magical and special evening for all who were there to share our service.  The children in the Pre-Prep department formed their Nativity tableau bringing gasps of delight to the congregation and the Cathedral was filled with praise and song.  Thank you to Mrs. Parker- Litjens for her direction, to Mrs. [...]

Mr. Lewis accompanied Shervin Abhari, Emily Burgess and Elianne Green to The London Olympic Pool, Stratford for the ISA National Swimming Finals last Friday.  All the children were extremely excited although a little apprehensive.  They swam very well in their races. Elianne competed in the year 5 Freestyle Relay race and was awarded a bronze medal.  Emily competed in the year 4 relay race and came 5th and Shervin swam in the 50m breaststroke and was placed 6th.

On Thursday, Kindergarten went along with some of the children in Lower Two to Arches Care Home in Brentwood to visit the residents, join them in their tree lighting ceremony and sing some Christmas songs.  Whilst they were there, Father Christmas paid them a visit and gave each child a present!