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Friday 27th April, 2018
From the Headmaster
I trust that you have had a relaxing and refreshing Easter break. Having returned to Fairfield, it has been absolutely wonderful to welcome back your children at the start of the final term of the academic year, especially resplendent in their summer uniforms. We also welcomed Mr Morley, Deputy Head Academic and Mr Caldwell, Upper Prep Co-ordinator as they took up their new roles on Tuesday. I do hope that you will all get to know them both as the term progresses. Although this week has been slightly curtailed with the INSET day on Monday, our fantastic staff have managed to pack quite a lot into a relatively short period of time, with today being a particularly busy day with our Year 6 children in action at the swimming pool and a range of pupils across the Upper Prep performing in the Singers and Choirs Concert!
Fairfield Preparatory School, Leicester Road , Loughborough, Leicestershire. LE11 2AE. Tel: 01509 215172 Email [email protected]
Issue 514 Summer Term
Year 2 started the new term with a visit from Mrs Forsyth who works for Action Aid. On Tuesday morning she gave the year group an interesting introduction to our new topic on Kenya, with a slide show and talk on her fascinating travels and personal experience of the country. In the afternoon,each class enjoyed a hands-on session, where we dressed up in Kenyan clothes, handled some wonderful artefacts and even played Kenyan instruments. It has certainly started our new topic off in a lively way and made us want to find out more about this colourful country.
Football v The Elms
SPORTS REPORTS
Wednesday 28th March saw the final football game of the season as we welcomed The Elms, renowned for being
strong at football.
The early stages of the game were nip and tuck, with most of the action in the middle of the field and chances few
and far between. The Elms, however, finally made a break-through after a mix up at the back.
The second half was very much the same as the first, chances went begging for Fairfield, a couple just the wrong
side of the post, and even one surprisingly hitting the keeper in the face. Again, The Elms made the most of their
chance, bagging a second goal.
Final score; Fairfield 0-2 The Elms.
Congratulations on a fantastic season boys, I am extremely proud!
Mr Rennie.
Children in the Upper Prep are invited to take part in a Summer term Fairfield Language competition. Each year group has the chance to learn a different language on Chatterbox:
Year 3 – German
Year 4 – Spanish
Year 5 – Spanish
Year 6 – Latin
You can access Chatterbox using this link
https://chatterbox.eurotalk.com/info/index.html
or via Firefly
https://lesfairfield.fireflycloud.net/dashboard
Children have been given their username and password, but if they can’t remember, please do not hesitate to email me.
Mme Izard.
Congratulations to Harry Barber, Riya Thiara, Sophie Perez, Fergus Biggs, Mahee Prince, Shey Shah Thakerar, Florence Orr, Jack
Allcock, Nicholas Wright, Kian Chandarana, Sienna Patel, Aarav Sinha and Jessica Litchfield who have enjoyed completing the
Monstres books.
Congratulations to Sienna Patel and Aarav Sinha who have completed Stage 1 T’choupi Readers
Congratulations to Nicholas Wright and Sienna Patel who have completed Stage 2 T’choupi Readers
Congratulations to Sienna Patel who has completed the Stage 3 T’choupi Reading Schemes.
Congratulations to Saya Pancholi who has enjoyed completing the Bonjour Berthe Reading and Writing book Part 1.
Congratulations to Daniel Stothard who has completed German Reading Stage 2 and 3.
Mme Izard.
U11 In2Hockey Regional Finals Cannock
SPORTS REPORTS
On Friday 20th April, Fairfield U11 boys Hockey team represented Leicestershire in the Midlands In2Hockey Championship at Cannock. Fairfield were in a pool of six other schools and their results were as follows:
Fairfield 0 RGS Worcester 1
Fairfield 1 Linby and Papplewick 0
Fairfield 0 Bilton Grange 1
Fairfield 0 Abbotsholme 1
Fairfield 1 Spratton Hall 1
All games were incredibly tight with few chances being created at both ends. Fairfield were unlucky not to have achieved more favourable results but they were placed in the most difficult pool with both Bilton Grange and RGS Worcester going on to contest the final. Their final match was against St Peter’s who had finished 4th in the second pool. The result was 1 – 0 to St Peter’s.
Well done to all those who played and also to all those pupils who have represented the school throughout the term. Mr Pitts.
Despite still being on their Easter holidays and looking well relaxed, the girls arrived at the tournament with plenty of energy and enthusiasm. Drawn in a pool of seven teams from across the Midlands, it was evident that the girls were going to need to work hard and with good teamwork to ensure they progressed into the Semi-Finals. They got off to a terrific start against Abbotsholme and secured a well deserved 4-0 win. With confidence levels raised, they then played a more competitive game against Croft and despite taking a little while to get going ran out 3-0 to the good. The third game against Linby and Papplewick allowed the girls to work in a variety of positions whilst still maintaining their shape and their efforts were justly rewarded with an excellent 6-0 victory. With their confidence ever growing, the girls now played Shrewsbury School who offered little in the way of attack and allowed our girls to penetrate the D on numerous occasions to give a score line of 3-0 to Fairfield. With no goals yet conceded and sixteen scored, the girls’ mood was buoyant and with only two pool matches left looked to be well placed. However, their last two games were against two strong schools, namely RGS Grange and Spratton Hall. The girls had played RGS in the IAPS competition earlier in the year so they were prepared for a hard game. Despite numerous attempts and continuous pressure on their defence, the girls could not get the ball in the net and on the only occasion that RGS got into the Fairfield D they took their chance and scored, giving them the 1-0 win. Undeterred and focused, the team then faced Spratton Hall who proved to be the strongest team of the day. We had limited attacking chances and were well marked by the opposition who pressed our players well to overturn possession. Sadly the girls could not turn the game around and lost 1-0 to a well taken goal. Although the girls had scored more goals and conceded less than any other team in the group, they were just two points short of qualifying as a result of the last two games and it was Spratton and RGS who went through. Although we all felt a little deflated at not progressing to the Semi-Finals, the girls should feel justifiably proud of their performance. They played some excellent hockey and worked hard for each other, never letting their heads drop and giving plenty of encouragement. They have been a delight to coach this year and I wish them all the very best for their hockey yet to come. A word of appreciation too to all the wonderful parents who gave up their time to give the girls such wonderful support. Mrs Sutcliffe.
The U10 girls were a little doubtful that the rounders game would be played due to the weather. However, Wednesday afternoon turned out to be quite sunny. We had one very wet rounders practice before this game and the girls demonstrated just how much potential they have. It was a lovely way to start the rounders season with a fixture against Foremarke. The fielders showed promise, making several catches in the outfield from some big hits. They were also fantastic at backing up on a backwards hit. The girls enjoyed having a 30 ball innings giving them an opportunity to practise their batting and ball placement. It was an enjoyable afternoon. Well done girls!
Mrs Lewis and Mr Wilson.
Rounders v Foremarke Hall
SPORTS REPORTS
The U11 Rounders season got off to a great start against Foremarke Hall on Wednesday. Despite scattered showers and some doubts over the match going ahead we managed to play, even with some patches of sunshine! Both teams displayed some good periods of fielding and made good contact with the ball. They should be commended on their teamwork and the lovely atmos-phere in which the game was played. A fantastic start to the season with both teams recording victories. Well done and thank you to Mrs Love for coaching and umpiring.
Under 11 ‘A’ team won 12 ½ - 7 ½ Under 11 ‘B’ team won 16 - 12 ½
Mrs Webster.
SPORTS REPORTS
Cricket v Oakham
On Wednesday 25th April, the U11 ‘A’ team played Oakham away. Once the rain, thunder and lightning had cleared, we took to the field. The boys bowled and fielded very well for their first match. However, the catching is something we need to work on. It was then our turn to bat and because of some needless run outs, we came up well short of our target. I look forward to next week to take on Spratton Hall. Well played boys!
Mr Young.
On Wednesday 25th April, Fairfield U11 ‘B’ team played away at Oakham School. Despite the thunder and lightning a break in the weather meant we managed to complete all but two of the allocated overs. Fairfield batted first in pairs for four overs each with runs being scored off the bat. Oakham bowled a consistent line and length and this restricted Fairfield to a modest total of 265. Fairfield were not as consistent in line and length when they bowled. Oakham had a couple of big hitters and this resulted in them attaining a total of 327.
Fairfield were against boys that were up to two years older than them and this was shown by their additional game understanding and strength.
Well played everyone. We must now work hard in practice to improve our fielding and our ability to remain focussed for the duration of the innings.
Mr Pitts.
The thunder and lightning took centre stage for the first half an hour of the U10s first cricket match of the season against Oakham on Wednesday. Luckily, this was short lived and the boys managed to get a full game – many thanks to the Oakham ground staff for managing the ground!
The boys bowled first in a pairs cricket version of the game, allowing everyone to bowl and bat equally. There was definitely some first game inconsistency amongst the bowling. However, as the game went on, everyone improved and bowled really well. The most impressive thing shown by the Year 5 boys was the fielding, some excellent diving stops and 2 direct hit run outs! Oakham managed a score of 318 (starting on 200).
Next was the batting; against a more experienced side the boys found it tricky. Having said that, they didn’t give their wicket away easily and stuck at the task well, amounting a respectable 245 from their overs.
Lots to work on in all areas. Well done boys, an excellent start to the season!
Mr Rennie.
SPORTS REPORTS
Cricket v Oakham
You should have now received the proofs of the Winter Team Photographs via your child. If you wish to order a photograph, then please do so directly with Gillman and Soame by Tuesday 1st May. Otherwise, you may incur a late charge.
We have had some very interesting photos of children with sculptures they have seen over the holidays. It is
not too late to bring in a photo to your class teachers or email them to [email protected].
If you got creative with natural materials on the beach or in the woods, we would love to see a photo of what
you made.
Upper Prep
Years 3 – 6 can still bring sculptures they have made to the Art room in the mornings. Method and materials
their choice, but it should be their own work.
Look out for all the photos on Firefly!
Mrs Parsons.
Congratulations to the following children who were last week’s Stars of the Week.
Shivani Patel Isabella Lewis Abdullah Valli
Kaden Gill Tanvi Raj Alexander Chisholm
Last week’s Stars of the Week
to the following children:
Name Instrument Grade Result
Kaavya Kulkarni Violin 5 Pass
Kaavya Kulkarni Piano 5 Merit
James Wright Violin 4 Pass
Narain Uppal Saxophone 3 Distinction
Anthony Cimurs Violin 3 Pass
Layan Jethwa Violin 3 Pass
Jacob Riddleston Cello 2 Distinction
Natalie Foo Flute 2 Merit
Marley Taylor Violin 2 Merit
Emilia Bond Singing 2 Merit
Annie Williams Flute 2 Pass
Tiérnan Maguire Violin 2 Pass
Téa Uppal Piano 1 Distinction
Emma Conradie Cello 1 Distinction
Alexander Cimurs Cello 1 Distinction
Nia Shah Singing 1 Distinction
Leela Jethwa Piano 1 Merit
Christopher Reeves Flute 1 Merit
Neil Suthar Singing 1 Pass
Zain Islam Double Bass 1 Pass
Meghna Sunkara Flute 1 Pass
Hugo Janes Saxophone 1 Pass
Name Instrument Grade Result
Nia Shah Cello 4 Distinction
Antonia Tommasi Flute 3 Merit
Shaun Mugumbate Trombone 3 Pass
Jemima Hutson Orchestral Percussion 2 Merit
Anthony Cimurs Orchestral Percussion 2 Merit
Cameron Thacker Trombone 2 Merit
Edan Earnshaw Trombone 2 Merit
Daniel Stothard Classical Guitar 2 Merit
Anna Wiggins Flute 2 Merit
Daniel Burns Orchestral Percussion 1 Distinction
Emily Amery Flute 1 Distinction
Amelie Monk Flute 1 Distinction
Benjamin Harth Bassoon 1 Merit
Aarav Virmani Guitar 1 Merit
Mia John-Parr Piano 1 Merit
Guitar 1 Pass Kian Patel
If you have any feedback or suggestions for the PTA, please feel free
to contact us at [email protected]. A list of committee members
can be found on the school website PTA page
http://www.lesfairfield.org/information/pta/or
on the noticeboard outside the Eadon Hall. Correspondence can also be left at
Fairfield ‘s Main School Reception.
Afternoon Tea - Friday 8th June - 1.45pm -3.30pm - Pre Prep Hall
Year 6 Leavers’ Disco - Monday 9th July - Eadon Hall - 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Diary
Dates
Useful Numbers: Absence Line
01509 638994
Main School Reception
Monday - Friday
7.30am - 6.00pm
Term time only
01509 215172
Medical Room
01509 638999
Head’s PA
Mrs S. Dexter
01509 638919
Registrar Mrs E. Harrison [email protected] 01509 283808
Wrap Around Care
Monday - Friday
01509 638994
07718772513 [email protected]
Breakfast Club
7.45am - 8.30am
After School Club
3.30pm - 6.00pm
School Shop
01509 232600 Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 3.00pm-5.00pm Wed 1.00pm-5.00pm Every 1st Saturday in the month 9.00am - 12 noon
Nearly New Shop Opening Times
Wednesday & Friday
Located on the ground floor of the White House
From 8.15am - 9.15am
We hope you all had a lovely Easter break and are feeling refreshed for the new term. We will be holding an afternoon tea on Friday 8th June for all parents (pre school age children welcome). Look out for more information via Schoolcomms shortly....
A huge well done to Mr Sheikh who ran the London Marathon last weekend in an amazing time of 3:34:46, despite the heat-wave! In total he has raised the magnificent sum of £5,814.43, which he couldn’t have done without lots of help from everyone at Fairfield
Well done Mr Sheikh!
Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets for the Easter Egg Raffle. It was a fantastic success as always and we raised a total of £463.11 for Rainbows Children’s Hospice. This year, we had extra super prizes due to the very kind and generous donations from Rio Dasani in Year 3.
Menus w/30th April
Monday Salmon Fishcake & Parsley Sauce
Vegetable Nuggets
New Potatoes & Garden Peas
Blueberry Muffin
Salmon Fishcake & Parsley Sauce
Chicken Tikka Masala & Poppadum
Paneer Tikka Masala
Blueberry Muffin
Shortbread
Tuesday Sausagemeat Plait
Vegetarian Plait
Potato Wedges & Baked Beans
Chocolate Sponge & Sauce
Greek Pasta Bake
Sausagemeat Plait
Vegetarian Plait
Chocolate Sponge & Sauce
Fruit Cheesecake
Wednesday Roast Beef & Yorkshire Pudding
Quorn Fillet
Roast Potatoes & Carrots
Flapjack
Chicken Pie
Roast Beef & Yorkshire Pudding
Quorn Fillet
Pesto Gnocchi & Parmesan
Parsnip & Orange Cake
Flapjack
Thursday Beef Lasagne
Vegetarian Lasagne
Garlic Bread & Sweetcorn
Rice Pudding & Fruit Compote
Beef Lasagne
Green Thai Chicken Curry
Vegetarian Lasagne
Rice Pudding & Fruit Compote
Ginger Biscuit
Friday Battered Chicken Bites
Cheese & Vegetable Bakes
French Fries & Spaghetti Hoops
Fruity Friday
Battered Chicken Bites
Cheese & Vegetable Bakes
Breaded Haddock
Fruity Friday
In addition to pudding you may also help yourself to a piece of fruit . Also available daily - yogurt, jelly, Angel Delight & cheese & biscuits.
All desserts served with Birds Custard.
MAIN COURSE
Salmon Fishcake & Parsley Sauce
Vegetable Nuggets
Sausagemeat
Plait or Vegetarian
Sausage Roll
Roast Beef & Yorkshire
Quorn Fillets
Beef or Vegetarian
Lasagne
Battered Chicken Bites
Cheese & Vegetable Bakes
VEGETABLES Garden Peas Baked Beans Carrots Sweetcorn Spaghetti Hoops
POTATOES, PASTA & RICE
New Potatoes Potato Wedges Roast Potatoes Garlic Bread French Fries
DESSERT Blueberry Muffin Chocolate
Sponge & Sauce Flapjack
Rice Pudding & Fruit Compote
Fruity Friday
Yoghurt or cheese & biscuits are also available as an alternative to the dessert of the day. Fresh fruit will be offered daily.
AFTERNOON
SNACK
Carrot Sticks & Tomato Chutney
Pineapple Pieces French Toast &
Red Pepper Hummous
Cinnamon & Raisin Bagel
Satsuma
Water will be available with the afternoon snack.
KINDERGARTEN MENU : MONDAY 30th April
Make this final term one where you push yourself to be the best that you can in all that you do.
After School Club Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Monday
w/c 30th April
Main Sandwich
Selection & Crudités
Pork or Quorn Hot Dog
Tomato & Mascarpone
Pasta
Jackets & Fillings
Toast & Toppings
Dessert Fresh Fruit
Basket & Yoghurts
Chocolate Concrete
Cheese & Biscuits
Mini Blueberry Muffin
Squeezy Jelly
This week’s lucky lottery winner is
Aryan Ankolekar (5R) lost his blazer at the end of last term. Please could everyone check they are wear-ing the correct blazer. Thank you.
Weekly Diary w/c 30th April 2018
Monday 30th Stay & Play sessions (New pupils—September 2018 ) 10.00am—11.00am
Rainbows & Brownies Eadon Hall 3.40pm—5.00pm
Tuesday 1st May Stay & Play sessions (New pupils—September 2018 ) 10.00am—11.00am
Wednesday 2nd Cricket: U11 ‘A’ & ‘B’ vs Spratton Hall Away 2.30pm
Rounders: U11 ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ vs King Henry School Away 2.45pm
LES Music presents: Keyboard Chamber Music Recital Hall 7.00pm
Thursday 3rd Kindergarten visit to Beaumanor Hall—Nursery Rhyme Day 9.30am—2.30pm
Year 5 Residential Trip to North Wales—Information Evening Eadon Hall 4.00pm—4.30pm
Cubs Scout Hut 4.00pm—5.30pm
Friday 4th Year 6—Steve Blood from DATMAN
Rounders: U11 (Girls) vs Witham Hall Away 3.15pm
Year 5 trip to SnowDome( Ski Trip 2019) - Beginners 3.30pm
Beavers Scout Hut 3.40pm
SoundBites Recital Hall 3.50pm
Scouts Scout Hut 5.45pm
