Weekly Newsletter
Reminders
and Notices
Whole School
Year 1, Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten
JUNIOR SPORTS DAY
Our Junior Sports Day for Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and Year 1 will be held at school on Friday 14th June, from 9:30am to 10:30am. We will open the main gate on Princes Road just before 9.30am. The purpose of Junior Sports Day is to provide an opportunity for our youngest children to participate in a variety of physical activities and have fun. Year 1 children should wear their sports kit and all children must bring a water bottle. We kindly request that all parents stay for the whole event so that the children in all classes experience a full audience. Many thanks for your support.
ZOOLAB VISITING KINDERGARTEN
Our Kindergarten children are very excited for their visit from the lovely team at Zoolab on Wednesday 12th June. The children will get to see and hold several types of creatures as they experience an African Adventure. A wonderful experience for all.
Dukes Plus
Bear Grylls Survival Academy: Overnight Camping Adventure
Saturday 22nd June – 23rd June
Grounds of Kneller Hall
Grounds of Kneller Hall
For families to enjoy with their children aged 8 and over.
Heavily subsidised rate of £45 per person + booking fee
Spend quality time with your family in the outdoors, making memories and learning new skills. The experts at Bear Grylls Survival Academy have put together a brilliant itinerary recreating some of the unique scenarios seen on Bear’s TV programs and skills utilised by some of the most inspirational adventurers of the last 200 years.
You will experience:
Building a shelter, tying knots, first aid, lighting fires, water filters, a smoke grenade, bear attack situational awareness, camouflage and concealment and a gross eat challenge.
Click here for more information:
PTA
Notices
PTA Meeting Monday 10th June
Our next PTA meeting will be on Monday next week. The main focus will be on the upcoming Summer Fair. Your attendance and input are highly valued.
BHS Summer Fair 2024
Highlights
Koala Eco Trail
We are thrilled to launch our new Eco Trail to mark World Environment Day. Join us for a fun and educational adventure through Kew, where you will discover amazing places that help the environment.
Special Bonus: Children can win their very own Koala soft toy!
Bring your family, enjoy the walk, and start important conversations about how we can all contribute to a greener future. Let’s make a positive impact together!
Date: Maps will be available to pick up from our local partners Caffe Torelli, Halletts Estate Agents Kew Village and Broomfield House School from Friday 14th June.
Location: Kew Village
We can’t wait!
Junior Maths Competition
The UK Maths Trust (UKMT) organises and runs maths competitions. We have never entered these competitions as the starter challenge is the Junior Maths Competition (JMC), a test for Year 8 children and below. But this year we decided to have a go and entered Year 6 children into the JMC. Imagine our delight when a good number of children won certificates to mark their performance – Austin and Ava receiving gold awards, with silver for Bethan, Leila, Rohan and Nina, and bronze for James, Ben, Millie, Charlotte, Tara, Lara and Sam. Also, because of their high level of achievement, both Austin and Ava have been invited into the next level competition, the Junior Kangaroo, which is by invitation only! We await to see how they do.
'Eldercool' for Kew Fete on Saturday 22nd June
On Tuesday, Year 4 pitched their elderflower project to Mr Anstey, hoping that he would invest in their venture to make and sell elderflower cordial at Kew Fete on Saturday 22nd June. After a superb presentation involving all of the children, Mr Anstey was suitably impressed and agreed to the investment!
Every year, Year 4 work collaboratively on an entrepreneurial project to make and sell elderflower cordial at the local fair. This year, their product is called ‘Eldercool!’
We hope you can join us on the 22nd June.
‘Eldercool! Grab your glasses!’
Year 5 preparing for the national Cicero Cup Debating Final
Our Year 5 team continue their preparations for the national Cicero Cup debating final due to take place at the Houses of Parliament on 21 June. They have recently received amazing help from the Year 6 team who blazed their own way to the final last year. In school assemblies either side of the half-term break, Year 5 and 6 teams squared off in competitive debate in front of an enthusiastic audience of Years 2-6. The most recent of these was this week on Wednesday, when Year 6 proposed a debate on introducing a curfew for under-16s. The quality of discussion was high and audience engagement showed with the number of questions they too put forward. The proposition was ultimately defeated but Year 5 participants asked us to thank their elder colleagues for this wonderfully challenging practice ahead of their forthcoming big day.
Art Highlight
Year 2 created snails working with pattern and colour contrasts. In PK the children decorated clay snails with beans and seeds.
Sustainability Week
This week, the children talked about sustainability and what that meant in Eco Club. The club divided their time between making posters and pledges, and some of them took their work into the playground and asked what pledges other students and teachers would make.
Tag Rugby Tournament
On Monday this week, a team of Y5 and 6 girls went to the home of premiership rugby club Harlequins, to play in a tag rugby tournament.
The tournament was without winners or losers with the focus being on getting girls into rugby.
It was a fantastic morning of tag rugby with the girls displaying some excellent skills. All the girls had a great time and felt incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to play in a premiership rugby stadium!
Weekly Awards
Drama Star of the Week
Lola (Y5)
Lola (Y5)
Artist of the Week
Kanato (Y2)
Kanato (Y2)
Sports Star of the Week
Zane (PK)
Zane (PK)
Music Star of the Week
Nina (Y6)
Nina (Y6)
Polite Person of the Week
Pre-Kindergarten: Emila
Kindergarten: Edie
Year 1: Alaska
Year 2: Joy
Year 3: Milly
Year 4: Aurelia
Year 5: Anika
Year 6: Elena
Upcoming Events
Monday 10th Jun
ASSESSMENT WEEK ALL WEEK
6:45 for 7pm start: PTA Meeting
Tuesday 11th Jun
3:30 – 4:45pm: Y6 Play Rehearsals (For specific children only)
Wednesday 12th Jun
1:30 – 3:30pm: Zoolab visiting Kindergarten – African Adventure
2:30pm – 5pm: Y5 Parents online meeting with Y6 team
Thursday 13th Jun
Friday 14th Jun
9:30 – 11am: Junior Sports Day for PK/K/Y1 – Parents Welcome
3:30pm – 8pm: Stagecoach
Saturday 15th Jun
Sunday 16th Jun
Monday 17th Jun
RECOVERY WEEK ALL WEEK
8:30 – 9am: Y3 Parents Informal Coffee morning with Y4 team.
1 – 3pm: Y6 Primary Shakespeare Hamlet Workshop in School
2 – 3pm: Y3 to Kew Gardens
Tuesday 18th Jun
3:30 – 4:45pm: Y6 Play Rehearsals
3 – 5:30pm: Six Y5 children Debating at Ibstock Place
Wednesday 19th Jun
9am – 1:30pm: Y2 – 6 Sports Day – Parents Welcome
Thursday 20th Jun
2:30pm – 5pm: Y5 Parents online meeting with Y6 team
Friday 21st Jun
8:30am – 3:30pm: Y5 Debating Final – Houses of Parliament
9am: Palmer Raffle in Assembly
3:30pm: Palmer Cake Sale
3:30pm – 8pm: Stagecoach
Saturday 22nd Jun
11am – 6pm: Y4 Elderflower Stall at Kew Fete
Sunday 23rd Jun
PK Classroom Snapshots
And the winners have been announced! Well done to all children who participated in our Eco Trail over the last few weeks. The children explored nature, learnt about sustainability, and developed a deeper appreciation for the environment. We are incredibly proud of our eco-conscious pupils! 🌿🌍 #ecotrail #sustainability #koalaecotrail
And the winners have been announced! Well done to all children who participated in our Eco Trail over the last few weeks. The children explored nature, learnt about sustainability, and developed a deeper appreciation for the environment. We are incredibly proud of our eco-conscious pupils! 🌿🌍 #ecotrail #sustainability #koalaecotrail ...
What a year we have had! Year 6 children are celebrating their amazing journey at Broomfield House School. Awards were received, tears were shed, and hugs were shared with family and friends at today’s Award Ceremony. We are proud of every child for contributing to school life with such enthusiasm and kindness over the years.
After the awards presentation, we had the honour of welcoming Chris Sheasby, a true rugby legend, who delivered an inspiring speech about the importance of friendship. With a stellar academic background from Radley College and the University of Cambridge, Chris excelled both academically and athletically. His distinguished rugby career saw him play No. 8 for top clubs like Wasps, Harlequins, and London Irish. A standout moment was starting in the 2002 Powergen Cup Final at Twickenham, leading London Irish to victory over Northampton Saints. On the international stage, Chris earned seven caps for England, making a memorable debut with a try against Italy.
Thanks to Chris Sheasby for taking the time to visit us and thanks to all families who celebrated with us today! It was a really special event for the children.
#awardceremony #year6awards #prepschoolaward #guestspeaker #chrissheasby #inspirationalspeech #prepschoollife
What a year we have had! Year 6 children are celebrating their amazing journey at Broomfield House School. Awards were received, tears were shed, and hugs were shared with family and friends at today’s Award Ceremony. We are proud of every child for contributing to school life with such enthusiasm and kindness over the years.
After the awards presentation, we had the honour of welcoming Chris Sheasby, a true rugby legend, who delivered an inspiring speech about the importance of friendship. With a stellar academic background from Radley College and the University of Cambridge, Chris excelled both academically and athletically. His distinguished rugby career saw him play No. 8 for top clubs like Wasps, Harlequins, and London Irish. A standout moment was starting in the 2002 Powergen Cup Final at Twickenham, leading London Irish to victory over Northampton Saints. On the international stage, Chris earned seven caps for England, making a memorable debut with a try against Italy.
Thanks to Chris Sheasby for taking the time to visit us and thanks to all families who celebrated with us today! It was a really special event for the children.
#awardceremony #year6awards #prepschoolaward #guestspeaker #chrissheasby #inspirationalspeech #prepschoollife ...
We had so much fun today! Children gathered in the playground for our annual Den Day. The challenge was to design and construct dens using a variety of materials, and our children rose to the occasion with great team spirit. Despite rather windy weather conditions, the children collaboratively built impressive structures. Well done all!
We had so much fun today! Children gathered in the playground for our annual Den Day. The challenge was to design and construct dens using a variety of materials, and our children rose to the occasion with great team spirit. Despite rather windy weather conditions, the children collaboratively built impressive structures. Well done all! ...
Meet our Headmaster for the day! Felix arrived at school dressed impeccably for his important role. He participated in key meetings, discussed budgets with the finance team, and even had the opportunity to meet Dukes Education UK CEO, Tim Fish. What a day!
Meet our Headmaster for the day! Felix arrived at school dressed impeccably for his important role. He participated in key meetings, discussed budgets with the finance team, and even had the opportunity to meet Dukes Education UK CEO, Tim Fish. What a day! ...
🌿🌎 We are thrilled to launch our new Eco Trail to mark World Environment Day. Join us for a fun and educational adventure through Kew, where you will discover amazing places that help the environment.
🌟 Special Bonus 🐨 Children can win their very own Koala soft toy!
Bring your family, enjoy the walk, and start important conversations about how we can all contribute to a greener future. Let’s make a positive impact together!
📅 Date: Maps will be available to pick up from our local partners @cafetorellikew, Halletts Estate Agents Kew Village and Broomfield House School from Friday 14th June 24.
📍 Location: Kew Village
We can’t wait! 🌿👣
#worldenvironmentday #ecotrail #prepschoolsustainability #kewwalk #koalaecotrail #greenfuture
🌿🌎 We are thrilled to launch our new Eco Trail to mark World Environment Day. Join us for a fun and educational adventure through Kew, where you will discover amazing places that help the environment.
🌟 Special Bonus 🐨 Children can win their very own Koala soft toy!
Bring your family, enjoy the walk, and start important conversations about how we can all contribute to a greener future. Let’s make a positive impact together!
📅 Date: Maps will be available to pick up from our local partners @cafetorellikew, Halletts Estate Agents Kew Village and Broomfield House School from Friday 14th June 24.
📍 Location: Kew Village
We can’t wait! 🌿👣
#worldenvironmentday #ecotrail #prepschoolsustainability #kewwalk #koalaecotrail #greenfuture ...
Art Highlight 🎨 The children in Year 3 learnt about aboriginal art and the origin of natural pigments this term.
Art Highlight 🎨 The children in Year 3 learnt about aboriginal art and the origin of natural pigments this term. ...
We have received the brilliant news that we we are now members of The Independent Association of Prep Schools (@iapsuk)! To reach IAPS membership status, schools must reach a very high standard, with strict criteria on teaching a broad curriculum, maintaining excellent standards of pastoral care and keeping staff members’ professional development training up to date. #prepschoollondon #iaps #iapsmembership #prepschoollife #prepschoolrichmond
We have received the brilliant news that we we are now members of The Independent Association of Prep Schools (@iapsuk)! To reach IAPS membership status, schools must reach a very high standard, with strict criteria on teaching a broad curriculum, maintaining excellent standards of pastoral care and keeping staff members’ professional development training up to date. #prepschoollondon #iaps #iapsmembership #prepschoollife #prepschoolrichmond ...
It’s been another busy week at Broomfield! Our annual Summer Serenade performances showcased the incredible musical talents of our pupils. Kindergarten children enjoyed the hands-on experiences at Holly Lodge, including log rolling, pond dipping, and exploring the life cycle of butterflies. Our Bikeability workshops equipped children with essential road safety awareness and cycling skills. Plus, we made the most of the beautiful weather, spending plenty of time outdoors. #prepschoolrichmond #prepschooloutdoorlearning #prepschoolsummerterm #prepschoollife
It’s been another busy week at Broomfield! Our annual Summer Serenade performances showcased the incredible musical talents of our pupils. Kindergarten children enjoyed the hands-on experiences at Holly Lodge, including log rolling, pond dipping, and exploring the life cycle of butterflies. Our Bikeability workshops equipped children with essential road safety awareness and cycling skills. Plus, we made the most of the beautiful weather, spending plenty of time outdoors. #prepschoolrichmond #prepschooloutdoorlearning #prepschoolsummerterm #prepschoollife ...
This week we enjoyed a fantastic showcase of musical talent at Broomfield. The Summer Serenade performances allowed our children to shine on stage after hours of practice and perseverance. The children have worked really hard all year and this week was a testament to their achievements.
This week we enjoyed a fantastic showcase of musical talent at Broomfield. The Summer Serenade performances allowed our children to shine on stage after hours of practice and perseverance. The children have worked really hard all year and this week was a testament to their achievements. ...
On Thursday 25th April, one of our Year 4 children had the honour of giving a reading at the Cenotaph in London. Anzac Day marks the Gallipoli landings in 1915, as well as commemorating all Australians and New Zealanders who have served and died in military operations.
On Thursday 25th April, one of our Year 4 children had the honour of giving a reading at the Cenotaph in London. Anzac Day marks the Gallipoli landings in 1915, as well as commemorating all Australians and New Zealanders who have served and died in military operations. ...
Warmer weather is finally on its way! This week the children enjoyed outdoor play in the sunshine ☀️
Warmer weather is finally on its way! This week the children enjoyed outdoor play in the sunshine ☀️ ...
We are excited to invite local families to our new stay and play sessions. Our lovely Early Years team will prepare a range of indoor and outdoor activities including arts and crafts, mud kitchen, sand play and a reading corner. The sessions are for children aged 18 months - 3 years old. There is no charge for these sessions but spaces are limited. All welcome! Please book a place via the link in our Instagram bio or send an email to admissions@broomfieldhouse.com. We look forward to welcoming you for a fun session at Broomfield House School! #stayandplay #toddlerstayandplay #earlyyearseducation #nurseryrichmond #nurserysurrey #stayandplaysurrey
We are excited to invite local families to our new stay and play sessions. Our lovely Early Years team will prepare a range of indoor and outdoor activities including arts and crafts, mud kitchen, sand play and a reading corner. The sessions are for children aged 18 months - 3 years old. There is no charge for these sessions but spaces are limited. All welcome! Please book a place via the link in our Instagram bio or send an email to admissions@broomfieldhouse.com. We look forward to welcoming you for a fun session at Broomfield House School! #stayandplay #toddlerstayandplay #earlyyearseducation #nurseryrichmond #nurserysurrey #stayandplaysurrey ...