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Prep Chronicle YOUR ESSENTIAL ESSENTIAL ROUND-UP ROUND-UP FOR THE WEEK YOUR WEEK COMMENCING COMMENCING149 SEPTEMBER NOVEMBER2026 2026 Message from the Head of Prep First of all, thank you to all those who were involved with putting on Saturday's CPA Fireworks event. I know that an enormous amount of work goes on behind the scenes to make it such a smoothly run evening. The football season has drawn to a close with some great matches being played since September. Our U13 team finished on a real high with success at the IAPS National Championships. To be crowned national champions, defeating Millfield in the final, is an incredible achievement. It is particularly pleasing to note that a number of the boys in that winning team were leading our Prep School last year, and have transitioned seamlessly into the Senior School where they are continuing to contribute to the impressive sporting success of Cranmore. On Wednesday morning at 11am, we paused to observe a two-minute silence, to reflect on those lives lost in conflict, and to listen to one of our Senior pupils play the Last Post. I know that the children have been donating to the Royal British Legion and wearing their poppies with pride. Thank you again for your generosity in supporting the Children in Distress appeal. The office area has become a sea of Christmas shoe boxes! These kind gifts will truly brighten the lives of those in need. Thank you also for all of your donations towards Action Day. They have been gratefully received. On Monday, we mark the start of Anti-Bullying Week 2026 with Odd Socks Day. I know that Mr Kelly and Mr Peach have been busy organising a number of activities to promote this year's theme 'Break the Silence', including workshops and a visiting speaker. Well done to those who took part in this week's Prep Swimming Gala and good luck to everyone competing in this weekend's Surrey Schools Ski Competition! Mr Heaver
CPA Fireworks Night
What an amazing Saturday night! A huge thank you to the CPA for organising such a fantastic event. It was wonderful to see our school community come together to enjoy an evening filled with fun, laughter, and spectacular fireworks.
Young Artists Inspired by Van Gogh
The Year 4 pupils have been looking at Vincent van Gogh in their Art lessons to develop and refine their mark-making skills through a wide range of media experiments. I have been particularly impressed with their expressive approach, confident use of colour, strong spatial awareness and dedication to improving their work. They have shown enthusiasm when exploring Van Gogh's techniques and have produced thoughtful, creative outcomes that demonstrate both skill development and artistic understanding. Mrs Sanders
Year 2 Cherry Blossom Art Inspired by China
The children are thoroughly enjoying our new topic, China, and have shown great enthusiasm in learning about its culture and traditions. We explored traditional Chinese cherry blossom paintings using watereddown paint and straws. The children carefully blew the paint across the paper to create tree branches before adding blossom details. This activity helped develop their creativity, fine motor skills, and breath control while introducing them to traditional Chinese art techniques. Mrs Parker
Year 6 Forest School Visit Year 6 had a fantastic Monday morning at Forest School. Some relived fond memories of their time there from when they were younger and for some it was their first time exploring all that the site has to offer. The boys did well with identifying different trees and reminding each other of the rules for the fire circle, calling, “Marshmallow!” to one another as a warning. The chalk and clay excavating ‘businesses’ were particularly productive, if rather muddy! Mr Heaver
Christmas Shoebox Appeal A heartfelt thank you for your generous support of our Annual Christmas Shoebox Appeal. Thanks to the kindness of our school community, we collected more than fifty shoeboxes, which will be sent to children in Romania. Along with our prayers, these gifts will bring joy, hope, and encouragement to those who receive them. As followers of Christ, we are called to be people of hope and love, and this wonderful response has reflected those values so beautifully. Mr Jakubowski, Chaplain
Year 1 Forest School Visit
Year 1 had a super Forest School session on Monday. They particularly enjoyed making a leaf mobile and leaf masks, climbing trees, building dens and making 'hot chocolate' in the mud kitchen. Mrs Prothero
Young Photographer and Young Artist Competitions
Young Photographer Produce one photographic entry based upon the theme, ‘Friendship’. The entry may be either a single photograph or a collage of photographs. Any collage must be made up only of photographs taken by the entrant and must be submitted as one entry. Mobile devices or cameras may be used and the exact device stated on the entry form. All photographic submissions must be submitted digitally in jpg format and be at least 1500 pixels in size. All submissions may be emailed to Mrs Sanders by the deadline. Young Artist Create one finished two-dimensional, unframed piece of artwork based upon the theme, ‘Friendship’. Artwork may be created in any medium or media, including pen and ink, paint, collage, printmaking or digital formats, and may be submitted in any size. Original artwork should be delivered by hand to Mrs Sanders by the deadline. Each entrant for both competitions must include a brief sentence explaining how their photograph relates to the theme added to the appropriate section of the entry form and on the back of their artwork. One entry form is required for each competition if a pupil is choosing to enter both. Entries must be entirely the competitor’s own original work and must match the theme of the competition. Plagiarised, copied, traced, close-copied, or AI-generated work is not permitted in any Rotary Youth Competition.
FINAL DEADLINE FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS: FRIDAY 29TH JANUARY 2027
Marking Remembrance Day Congratulations to Fraser H (8FS), who performed brilliantly at the Remembrance Service at Ockham War Memorial on Sunday morning. It was a remarkable day for this talented young trumpeter, who had already spoken with great maturity on LBC Radio earlier that morning about the honour of playing at the service. Fraser's contributions to our own acts of remembrance were equally moving. My sincere thanks to him for playing the Last Post during our Senior Remembrance Assembly on Friday and again over the school tannoy as the entire school observed a poignant silence at 11.00am on Wednesday. His performances helped make these occasions especially meaningful for all of us. Mr Harris
Sports News Last week saw the final round of Prep football fixtures, bringing the season to a close. There were some fantastic performances and excellent results across the age groups. This week has marked the start of the rugby season. Teachers and coaches have been working hard to help pupils build their confidence by gradually developing key skills and game understanding. Plenty of drills and small-sided games have taken place, ensuring that pupils have enjoyed a positive and engaging introduction to this core sport. Surrey Skiing Championships We wish the very best of luck to the 30 skiers representing Cranmore at the Surrey Schools Ski Competition this Sunday. We look forward to hearing how they get on and hope they enjoy a successful day on the slopes. NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!
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Our U13 Football Team have just been crowned National IAPS Winners! Having won the Regionals last month, the team travelled to Oxford Wednesday morning for the 7-a-side tournament. Cranmore went unbeaten in the pool, beat Repton in the semi-final, and then Millfield in the final. Incredibly, the team didn’t concede a single goal all tournament. A huge congratulations to the pupils, the coaches and the whole football programme - we are so very proud of you! Mr Hodgson, Director of Sport
Message from the Chaplain
Lest we forget As we mark Remembrance Day this week, we pause to remember all those who have given their lives in service of peace and freedom. We pray for the dead, for those who continue to suffer the effects of war, and for all who work to build a more just and peaceful world. Jesus reminds us, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13). Pope Benedict XVI said: “Peace is not merely the absence of war, but a commitment to justice, solidarity, forgiveness and love.” Prayer Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
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Menu
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Soup of the day
Soup of the day
A Taste Of The Far East Themed Lunch
Main
Macaroni Cheese Topped with Chorizo & Crispy Onions
Braised Beef Cottage Pie with Cheddar Mash
Roast Pork Served with Sage & Onion Stuffing, Crackling & Apple Sauce
Thai Red Chicken Curry Served with Egg Noodles
Freshly Battered Fish or Fish Fingers
Vegetarian
Traditionally Baked Macaroni Cheese
Lentil & Root Vegetable Pie, with Mash Top
Vegetable Stack On A Bed Of Tomato Sauce
Thai Green Quorn & Vegetable Curry
Onion Bhajis with Tomato, Onion & Cucumber Salad
Broccoli Crunchy Green Salad
Roasted Vegetables
Thyme Roasted Skin On Roast Potatoes Medley Of Vegetables
Asian Stir Fry Vegetables
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
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans Freshly Baked Bread Salad bar
Mixed Fruit Crumble & Custard
Chocolate Chip Shortbread Finger
Sticky Toffee Puddling & Custard
Lychee Fruit Salad or Mango Sticky Rice
Fresh Fruit Friday
Soup
Soup of the day
Sides
Additional
Dessert
Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher
Soup of the day
Chunky Chips Garden Peas