18 DECEMBER 2025 JANUARY 2024 3 JULY 2023 Message from the Head of Prep This week, we were treated to two outstanding Nativity performances by Lower Prep. The children were delighted to see their families as we celebrated this season of good cheer with a heartwarming message of peace, joy and love. My thanks go to all those involved in preparing the children for these occasions. As I am sure you can imagine, a tremendous amount of work goes on behind the scenes so our gratitude goes to the facilities, catering, sound, film, and lighting teams, as well as the staff and families for their support in rehearsing with the children. Having been the performers at the start of the week, Lower Prep became the audience at the pantomime this morning as they headed off to watch a very entertaining presentation of ‘Beauty and the Beast’. Congratulations to our U11 footballers on their incredible achievements this year. After a decisive semi-final in the Surrey Cup, they went on to dominate the final with an incredible 9-0 win, securing the title of county champions. Well done to the boys involved, and a big thank you to the staff and families for their support. It marked a very successful week of sporting fixtures, with our rugby teams also recording a clean sweep of wins against St George’s and Shrewsbury House. We extend our best wishes to all our musicians. Many have undertaken their ABRSM examinations this week, and our Lower Prep Chamber Choir will be performing at a local church service as part of their Advent preparations. Looking ahead, we are looking forward to next week’s Carol Service and Friday’s Christmas Jumper Day, which will raise funds in aid of Save the Children. Mr Heaver