PREP NEWS
Environment Day Learning to care for the planet The children at The White House Prep grow up in a school where we aim to look after and care for the environment we are all part of. We’re so committed to this aim, in fact, that we have recently achieved our B Corp certification through a range of different, positive initiatives, which are a mix of those developed by both pupils and teachers. We are constantly striving to improve our eco credentials and can only achieve this with a whole school partnership approach. A firm favourite event at The White House is Environment Day. Children particularly enjoy the clothes swap, the whole-school recycled art project and litter picking in our local community.
Bringing aspects of caring for the environment into the curriculum has been thought-provoking and exciting for the children. The Year 1 children thoroughly enjoy the Recycled Fashion Show as part of their Science topic around materials, while a small group in Year 4 have developed a business around upcycling as part of their Enterprise lessons. Their company ‘Toy-rrific’ takes in old and used toys and upcycles them for a profit! The school’s new Nurture garden also allows opportunities for gardening, growing and sowing and the children have loved learning about the different cycles of plants. This has also provided further enterprise
opportunities; the children have been selling our home grown produce, with all profits going to our school charity. GRACE McCAHERY Vice Principal www.whitehouseschool.com
Joining Pre-Prep School Cranleigh prep school’s new pre-prep classes This September, Cranleigh Prep will open new Year 1 and Year 2 classes. With a proud 112-year history of delivering exceptional day and boarding education, the school is known for its blend of tradition and innovation. Children as young as five will now be able to join the older pupils on our stunning campus, with a dedicated classroom block nestled in the heart of the
school’s picturesque grounds. They’ll benefit from a strong academic foundation and the opportunity to participate in specialist performing arts and sports coaching, ensuring a well-rounded education from the outset. The school’s extensive facilities will support a rich curriculum, alongside exciting activities on offer, including swimming, riding, French, dance, art and music lessons. The school day will allow for late pick-ups, giving pupils ample time to explore and develop their passions. As part of this new venture, the school is offering discretionary Founder’s Awards to early joiners. Will Newman, Head of Cranleigh Prep, stated:
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“Our school is well placed to offer an excellent early education experience with an abundance of facilities in a beautiful countryside setting. Younger pupils will particularly enjoy the outdoor learning. There are so many opportunities designed to help us discover and nurture their individual superpowers from a young age.” Admissions are now open and Cranleigh Prep’s friendly team invites all enquiries via admissions@cranleigh.org LETTIE WEST Marketing Manager www.cranprep.org
