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Prep Chronicle YOUR 28SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER2026 2026 YOURESSENTIAL ESSENTIALROUND-UP ROUND-UP FOR FOR THE THE WEEK WEEK COMMENCING COMMENCING 14 Message from the Head of Prep The children have really been throwing themselves into all of the opportunities on offer recently, and have had a great deal of fun in the process. Year 2 enjoyed a fantastic trip to Windsor Castle, taking part in an interactive workshop and visiting various parts of the world's oldest and largest inhabited castle. They were busy again today, joining with Manor House for a morning of multi-sport entertainment. Year 3 quite literally set the bar high with their fearless display on a high-ropes course and, not to be outdone, Year 6 tackled a variety of challenges on their 3-day residential stay at an activity centre. I look forward to hearing more about their exploits soon. Years 1 to 4 were treated to an amazing visit by author and illustrator duo Ryan Crawford and Rochelle Falconer. Various positions of responsibility within the Prep have been appointed recently and it was wonderful to sit with our School Council this week to hear some of their ideas. There was a great buzz of excitement, as they enjoyed their morning croissants and juice, discussing plans for the coming year. It has been a busy week of sport, with fixtures for our U8s, U9s, U10s and U11s all taking place. Away from the playing fields, there were also notable achievements by our ski squad with two pupils from our Prep being selected by the English Schools’ Ski Association (ESSKIA) for places on the English Schools Alpine Squad. Good luck to everyone participating in this weekend's National Biathlon qualifiers. Mr Heaver
Year 6 Trip to PGL at Marchant’s Hill
The Year 6 pupils had a fantastic trip to PGL at Marchant’s Hill, enjoying an ac tion-packed programme of outdoor adventure and challenge. From testing their aim in rifle shooting to scaling new heights on the speed climbing wall, the children embraced ever y one of Wednesday’s ac tivities with enthusiasm, determination and a sense of adventure. The excitement continued on Thursday with morning camp-building ac tivities, where pupils worked collaboratively to construc t shelters and learn valuable survival techniques. Spirits were high as the children put their newfound skills to the test, and they excitedly took on the Giant Swing later in the afternoon. Throughout the trip, they demonstrated excellent teamwork, resilience and encouragement towards one another, making the most of ever y oppor tunity and creating memories that will last for years to come. Dr Verny White and Mr Quar
Year 6 Trip to PGL at Marchant’s Hill
Science Club: Growing Ideas & Launching Fun!
Science Club has been buzzing with ac tivity this week! With the help of our fantastic Science Technician, Mrs Tolley, pupils in Years 5 and 6 have been making wildflower seed balls, which will be entered into the Guildford Beekeepers' Association Honey Festival in Guildford this weekend, on 4th Oc tober. This hands-on ac tivity links beautifully with the Year 5 curriculum, helping pupils develop their understanding of pollinators, biodiversity and the vital role they play in our environment. We have also been having great fun designing and building launchers, with plenty of creativity, enthusiasm and scientific thinking on display. It has been wonderful to see pupils applying their knowledge, testing their ideas and learning through experimentation. Science Club takes place on Tuesdays at 4pm for Years 5 & 6. Dr Verny White, Head of Prep School Science
Author and Illustrator Visit Author and illustrator duo Ryan Crawford and Rochelle Falconer inspired pupils in Years 1 to 4 during a special visit on Tuesday, offering a fascinating insight into the creative processes behind writing and illustrating books. Through engaging draw-along sessions, pupils discovered how charac ters are brought to life on the page before using their own imaginations to design and create a range of original charac ters. The visit sparked plenty of creativity, and it was wonderful to see our young authors and ar tists so enthusiastically developing their stor ytelling and drawing skills. Mrs Watkinson, School Librarian
Year 2 Trip to Windsor Castle
Year 2 had a fantastic day at Windsor Castle. We saw the changing of the guard, visited St George's Chapel, the state apar tments and took par t in a excellent workshop. We discovered what pages, squires and knights would wear and got to tr y on some of the clothing. We also learnt about the other people who would have lived in a castle and their roles. Mrs Spencer and Mrs Parker
Year 2 Trip to Windsor Castle
Maths Mentors
Each week during the Monday lunchtime MathsLink Club, our Year 6 mentors bring energy, patience and enthusiasm to help pupils in Years 4 and 5 grow in confidence with their Maths. This year's mentors are Seb C, Benji J, Zane M and Barney P. Working in small groups or one-to-one, they explain tricky concepts, share useful strategies and encourage younger pupils to tackle challenges with a positive mindset. The sessions are friendly and collaborative, with mentors guiding rather than giving answers. Their suppor t not only strengthens mathematical skills across the school but also develops leadership, teamwork and a strong sense of community among both mentors and pupils. Ms Fagan
Year 1 Forest School
Year 1 thoroughly enjoyed their Forest School session this week. The children loved picking vegetables in the polytunnel, building dens, exploring the mud kitchen, and cooking delicious crumpets over the fire. It was a wonderful oppor tunity to develop their teamwork, creativity, and outdoor learning skills while having lots of fun. Mrs Prothero
Prep School Council The Prep School Council held their first meeting this week. There was plenty of excitement and lively discussion over breakfast as the children shared new ideas for the school. They listened carefully to one another's suggestions, worked collaboratively, and identified several excellent ideas to take forward. Mrs Prothero
Sports News
Last Friday, Cranmore enjoyed a successful afternoon of football, with our U8 teams securing vic tories against Surbiton Prep on The Paddock. Over the weekend, two U9 teams and an U11 team represented the school at local tournaments, competing with great enthusiasm and determination. The busy fixture schedule continued this week, with the U9s remaining unbeaten across all four teams against Downsend on Monday. The U11s were in ac tion on Tuesday, followed by the U10s on Thursday, while the U8s returned to the pitch on Friday. We wish the ver y best of luck to all pupils competing in the Biathlon this Sunday. We look forward to hearing about their achievements. Mr Hodgson, Director of Sport
Sports News Skiing News The English Schools’ Ski Association (ESSKIA) has announced that Samuel B ( Year 8), Luke L ( Year 5) and Otis P ( Year 6) have all been selec ted for the English Schools Alpine Squad for 2026/27. Selec tion for the squad, and attendance at its training camps, form an impor tant par t of the competitive pathway. It is from these camps that athletes are ultimately chosen to represent England at the ISF Winter Games in competition years. The training camps provide a unique oppor tunity for squad members to develop valuable life skills, including self-discipline, teamwork and communication, alongside their technical skiing abilities. These experiences are designed to complement and enhance each athlete’s educational development, helping them to grow both on and off the slopes. Congratulations to Samuel, Luke and Otis on this outstanding achievement. We wish them ever y success as they continue their skiing journey with the English Schools Alpine Squad. Mr Barson
Message from the Chaplain
Son, go and work in the vineyard today.” He answered, “I will not,” but afterwards he changed his mind and went. Jesus tells this parable to remind us that what matters most is not simply what we say, but what we do. St Thérèse of Lisieux understood this truth well. She believed that holiness is found not in great achievements but in the daily choice to love God and serve others. Her "Little Way" teaches us that every act of kindness, every effort to forgive, and every moment of service matters in God's eyes. It was inspiring to see images of Pope Leo’s visit to France over the weekend. Christ continues to call all people to Him. You can see more about his visit here. Prayer Loving God, Thank You for the example of St Thérèse of Lisieux, who showed us how to do small things with great love. Help us to be people whose actions match our words. When we make mistakes, give us the courage to change our hearts and begin again. Teach us to serve You in the ordinary moments of each day, showing kindness, respect and compassion to everyone we meet. Amen.
Harvest Donations
Please bring any Harvest Donations to Cranmore from 8 to 8.30am on Tuesday 6th October (Auditorium)
ALL DONATIONS WILL BE GIVEN TO LOCAL FOODBANKS
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Menu
Thursday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Soup
Soup of the day
A Taste Of Italy
Soup of the day
Black History Month
Soup of the day
Main
Beef Chilli Con Carne Served with Taco, Shredded Lettuce & Sauces
Chicken Tetrazzini
Pork Sausages Served with Onion Gravy
Trinidadian Beef & Veg Stew Served with Dumplings
Freshly Battered Fish or Fish Cake with Ketchup and Tartare Sauce
Veggie Sausages Tray Bake with Root Vegetables
Caribbean Sweet Potato Stew
Macaroni Cheese With Crispy Onions Served with Crunchy Green Salad
Steamed Rice Mixed Peppers & Sweetcorn
Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables A Selection of baked Focaccia Bread
Creamy Chive Mash Broccoli & Cauliflower
Jollof Rice Sauté Tender Stem Broccoli & Savoy Cabbage
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Chocolate Bread & Butter Pudding & Custard
Italian Themed Desserts
Rice Pudding with a Selection Of Sauces
Vegetarian
Enchiladas
Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni Parmigiana
Sides
Additional
Dessert
Sweet Potato Pie Or Banana Cake
Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher
Friday
Skinny Fries Garden Peas
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Old School Cake
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Wednesday 7th October
9:15 - 10:45am
Cranmore School, Epsom Road, West Horsley, Surrey KT24 6AT