The children in our Nursery and Kindergarten classes are really enjoying their new Early Years’ Outdoor Area which allows them to choose and move freely, and safely, between the classroom and the outside. The classroom doors open on to this fantastic new facility … Continue reading
Because riding is extremely popular with so many of our children (we currently have over 90 budding equestrians in the school), this term several of our Pre-Prep teachers decided that they too should make their way to the school’s stables in order to learn, … Continue reading
Nineteen intrepid explorers from Pre-Prep set out to track down the Gruffalo recently. This amazing creature was believed to be hiding somewhere within the Deep Dark Woods, though his exact whereabouts and location were unknown. So, armed with only a map … Continue reading
There’s been a lot of water splashing around outside of Pre-Prep lately…. but all necessary for the very best of scientific research. As part of their science curriculum, the children in Year One have been rigorously testing a variety of … Continue reading
The likelihood of life on other planets… is it a possibility, an actuality or a hoax? This was a concept carefully considered and discussed by the children during a recent ‘Gateway’* session. Beginning with crop circles, the children explored what could, … Continue reading
As part of HW’s ongoing dedication to be innovative and motivational, the children in Year Two now have access to iPad 2′s which they are already using alongside the existing curriculum. There is documentational evidence that the use of iPads … Continue reading
Three Governors and the Headmaster all proved that pedal-power is best when they eschewed the comfort of a taxi or the convenience of the London Underground recently. Alighting from the train (another ‘green’ form of transport) and en route to … Continue reading
Deep in the woods something stirred, swung, wiggled and waved. Not a monster but the exciting new Ropes Course that has been created amongst the trees. With ladders to climb, obstacles to overcome, challenges to tackle and an exciting rope … Continue reading
After all the hard work, the examinations, the fun of Expeditions’ Week and the sorrow of saying ‘goodbye and good luck’ to those who are leaving us for their new senior schools, we wish everyone a really happy and enjoyable … Continue reading