Spring Term

Fairfield Preparatory School, Leicester Road , Loughborough, Leicestershire. LE11 2AE. Tel: 01509 215172

Issue 439

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Friday 22nd January, 2016 From the Headmaster I would like to apologise in advance for the lack of tin foil available in the vicinity this weekend, as the staff here at Fairfield have been extremely creative in preparing for Thursday’s Space Day. Inspired by Tim Peake’s epic spacewalk last week, the children have had a once in a lifetime insight to the trials and tribulations of space travel. I must admit that I was more than a little surprised to hear that a ‘massive statue’ was amongst the Year 1’s list of essential items for a journey into space! Focusing on events closer to home, the children have participated in the Dance-a-thon with great gusto, as can be seen from the photographs below and on my Twitter feed @ffdheadmaster. Year 1 have been treading the boards with the Nottingham Roundabout Theatre Company whilst Year 6 have visited the ‘Warning Zone’, fresh from their senior entrance examinations last week. And so, what better way to wrap-up a fun filled week than with a nice calming game of BINGO tonight! Let’s hope there are no power cuts this year-but rest assured, the torches and candles are at the ready should the need arise!

Well Fairfield have really had their dancing shoes on this week and have shown some great moves on the dance floor! We had a lot of fun taking part in the dance a thon and our Year 6’s did a brilliant job teaching the actions to the rest of the school. Thank you to everyone who took part. Please bring in all sponsor money as soon as possible but no later than Friday 5th February 2016. We look forward to telling you how much we have raised!

The PTA are proud to announce that a huge £2897.09 was raised at Christmas is Coming. We would like once again to thank all parents, children, staff and family members for all of your help and support - we couldn’t do it without you! Look out for updates soon outlining the exciting ways we will be supporting the school with the funds raised this year…

If you are interested in wildlife and have some spare time on the weekend of 30 th and 31st January, why not take part in The Big Garden Birdwatch. To take part, just go onto the RSPB website to order an information pack, (see the website address below). https://ww2.rspb.org.uk/discoverandenjoynature/discoverandlearn/birdwatch Mrs Saperia.

SPORTS Netball v Foremarke

REPORTS

Team Fairfield U11 ‘A’ U11 ‘B’ U10 ‘A’ U10 ‘B’

Venue Home

Date 20/1/16

Result W: 8-6 D: 1-1 W: 13-0 W: 10-0

On Wednesday 20th January, Fairfield played 4 matches against Foremarke Prep School. The girls were keen and eager to build on their good start last week. The U11 ‘A’ team started well and were 2 - 0 up after the first ¼, they maintained the lead until the end of the 3rd ¼ when Foremarke drew level. Fairfield upped their game with some accurate passing and shooting in the final ¼ to win 8-6. The U11 ‘B’ had a very competitive match with the ball going from end to end without either team having any shooting success. Fairfield went into the final ¼ 1-0 down but with some accurate passing and tighter marking finished the match with a well deserved 1-1 draw. The U10 ‘A’ team were playing their first game of the season and were so eager to put their skills into play. They intercepted the first centre pass and worked the ball well down the court to score. They quickly built up a 5-0 lead, giving the girls plenty of confidence. Throughout the game the girls demonstrated some excellent passing skills, working well together to regain possession all over the court. The final quarter gave the girls the opportunity to apply their skills to different positions which they did with energy and commitment. The final score was a fantastic 13-0 A fantastic performance which bodes well for the rest of the season. The U10 ‘B’ team also started brightly and were keen to build on their performance against Brooke Priory. Throughout the game they enjoyed the majority of possession. The first half saw them take an encouraging 4-0 lead. This enabled the team to field players in different positions which resulted in an even stronger second half performance, scoring another 6 goals. The girls should be very pleased with their performance and the final score of 10-0 Well done to all the girls involved. Thank you to Mrs Leah and Miss Greasley for umpiring and the parents for their support.

SPORTS

REPORTS

Football v LGJS The 1st team took to the football pitch for their second outing of the season against Leicester Grammar Junior School this Wednesday. We welcomed back some familiar faces to the starting line-up and we quickly secured a comfortable advantage, playing some lovely one-touch football in the process. Mr Bancroft continued to swap positions and personnel which hampered our fluency, though we went in 7-1 up at the break. The second half was closer as our positioning deteriorated, though we still ran out comfortable 10-2 victors. Another good performance on a tricky pitch. Next up, Spratton Hall on Saturday.

On Wednesday 20th January the U11 ‘B’ team played Leicester Grammar School at Fairfield. Leicester brought an ‘A’ team from both the Junior School and their Year 6 at the Senior School. As a result in the first half Fairfield found the opposition too strong and were 5 - 0 down at half time. The second half was a much more even encounter with both teams now having similar abilities. Fairfield started to pass the ball and create a few chances but with their only two positive attacks Leicester scored on both occasions. Fairfield deserved their goal but unfortunately ran out of time. The 2 - 1 score line did not fully reflect the match and Fairfield were unlucky to have not come away with at least a draw. Well played everyone but we must work on keeping our shape and not ball watching. Fairfield U10 ‘C’ hosted their first football fixture of the season. The game was played on a large pitch, allowing the boys to play 8-a-side. Fairfield looked eager from the off. The boys pressed Leicester Grammar and closed them down quickly. When Fairfield got possession, they broke quickly and passed the ball nicely up field. This combination worked well, Fairfield were winning 4-0 at half time. Leicester Grammar had a stronger second half and managed to pull one back. However, Fairfield continued to play quality football, keeping possession of the ball and having a lot of shots. Fairfield won 6-1, it was a pleasure to spectate. Let’s hope we can play similar football to this this Saturday away at Spratton Hall!

Congratulations to the children below who achieved the following LAMDA Awards:Maha Hirji was awarded LAMDA Level1 (Grade 1) in Speaking Verse and Prose with Distinction Rakshai Muthusamy was awarded LAMDA Level1 (Grade 1) in Speaking Verse and Prose with Distinction Sabreen Rajabali was awarded LAMDA Entry Level (Entry 3) in Speaking Verse and Prose with Merit

Yusuf Ali (5R) has lost his school jumper. It is named. Please can everyone look out for it. Diya Angaki (5R) has lost her tracksuit bottoms. Please could everyone check their PE bags.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the collection Matthew Gamble made prior to running the Santa Fun Run in December. He raised an amazing £50 for Rainbows Hospice and any Loughborough Echo readers would have seen a picture of him crossing the finish line!

Easter Holiday Courses will be running at Fairfield from 4th - 8th April. Further details and booking forms will be sent out in due course.

Wrap Around Care are looking for a leader for the flourishing After School Club. Hours are 2.15pm-6.15pm daily, term time only. If this role interests you , please contact either Mrs Willingham or Mr Earnshaw.

We are now settled into our new Kindergarten, having learned new routines last week we were ready to explore all the things that school has to offer. This week we have spent our time doing lots of different activities, exploring the school grounds and meeting new teachers. We had our first PE lesson with Mr Pitts and Mr Arnold and while practising for our Forest School we went for an explore around the grounds, taking in a pit stop in Reception with Mrs Alves. We have participated in Space Day, learning about the moon and stars and have even had a go at some ‘space’ yoga. At lunchtime we are being very adventurous and trying new food and practising our table manners . We are making lots of new friends and love exploring our classrooms and our outside play area.

Useful Numbers: Absence Line: 01509 638994

School Office: 01509 215172

School Shop:

Eyes down for a full house! We are very much looking forward to seeing so many of you at our Family Bingo Night this evening. A full report of the event will be published on our website next week. Good luck to everyone playing!!!

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Medical Room [email protected] 01509 638999

Head’s PA 01509 638919

Calendar: TONIGHT: Family Bingo Night 5.45-8.00pm 29th January: Coffee Morning 22nd April: Whole School Disco 6th May: Tea Party 10th June: Children's Movie Night (Upper Prep Only)

Registrar

If you have any feedback or suggestions for the PTA, please feel free

Diary

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to contact us at [email protected]. A list of committee members

Dates

can be found on the school website PTA page http://www.lesfairfield.org/information/pta/or

Wrap Around Care Monday—Friday

on the noticeboard outside the Eadon Hall. Correspondence can also be left in the PTA box, located on the wall outside the library windows, by the medical room in the White House.

Breakfast Club 7.45am - 8.30am

After School Club

KINDERGARTEN MENU—MONDAY 25TH JANUARY 2016

3.30pm - 6.00pm 01509 638994 07718772513 MAIN

School Office

COURSE

Monday - Friday 7.30am - 6.00pm Term time only 01509 215172

School Shop Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 3.00pm-5.00pm Wed 1.00pm-5.00pm Every 1st Saturday in the month 9.00am - 12 noon

VEGETABLES

Lincolnshire or Quorn Sausage

Baked Beans

Sauce

Broccoli Florets

POTATOES, PASTA &

Mashed Potato

Pasta

RICE

Beef or

Vegetarian:

Vegetarian

Quorn Fillet

Lasagne

Carrot Batons

Roast Potatoes

Chicken Goujons Vegetarian: Quorn Dippers

Garden peas

Spaghetti

and offer of

Hoops in

Mixed Salad

Tomato Sauce

Garlic Bread

Pomme Noisette

Chocolate DESSERT

Mini Blueberry

Sponge &

Jam Tart &

Mini Pain au

Gingerbread

Muffins

Chocolate

Custard

Chocolat

People

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Sauce Fresh fruit, yoghurt or cheese & biscuits are also available as an alternative to the dessert of the day.

Nearly New Shop Opening Times:

AFTERNOON

Wednesday & Friday

SNACK

From 8.15am—9.30am

Provençale

Roast Pork

Vegetable Sticks with Red Hummus

Cinnamon &

Savoury

Raisin bagel

Popcorn

Raisins

Fresh milk or water will be available with the afternoon snack.

Banana Bread

Monday

Lincolnshire Sausage & Gravy Mashed Potato & Country Veg Mix Blueberry Muffins

Lincolnshire Sausage & Onion Gravy Lamb Balti Quorn Sausage A selection of potatoes & vegetables available Blueberry Muffin or Steamed Lemon Sponge

Tuesday

Provençale Sauce & Italian Grated Cheese Pasta Broccoli Chocolate Sponge & Chocolate Sauce

Chicken Kiev Cod and Prawn Gratin Provençale Sauce & Italian Grated Cheese A selection of potatoes & vegetables available Chocolate Sponge or Shortbread

Wednesday

Roast Pork Quorn Fillet Roast Potatoes & Veg of the Day Jam Tarts

Roast Pork Beef n Taco Shells Macaroni Cheese A selection of potatoes & vegetables available Melting Moments or Jam or Lemon Curd Tart

Thursday

Beef Lasagne Vegetable Lasagne Garlic Bread & Peas Strawberry Mousse

Beef Lasagne Sweet & Sour Chicken Roasted Vegetable Lasagne A selection of potatoes & vegetables available Cherry Cheesecake or Pain au Chocolate

Friday

Chicken Steak Vegetable Nuggets Chips & Spaghetti Hoops Ice Cream

Chicken Steak Cheese & Tomato Pizza A selection of potatoes & vegetables available Chocolate Iced Doughnut

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.

Weekly Diary 25th January 2016 Monday

25th

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

27th

28th

29th

30th

3.15pm

Years 5 & 6 Open Classrooms Rainbows & Brownies

Eadon Hall

4.00pm—5.00pm

LES Music School presents Guitars & Harps

Recital Hall

5.30pm

Netball: U10 ‘A’ & U11 ‘A’ vs Stoneygate School

Home

2.30pm

Football: U10 ‘A’ & ‘B’ vs Ratcliffe College

Home

2.30pm

Hockey: U11 ‘A’ & ‘B’ vs Ratcliffe College

Away

2.30pm

Year 6 Information Evening (Refreshments served from 7.00 p.m.)

Eadon Hall

7.30pm 9.00am—3.30pm

Year 5 visit to the National Space Centre Cubs

Scout Hut

4.00pm—5.30pm

PTA Coffee Morning

Dining Hall

8.45am

Year 5/6 IAPS Swimming Squad practice

LES pool

4.00pm—5.00pm

Beavers

Scout Hut

4.00pm—5.15pm

Hockey (Boys) : U11 Foremarke Hall Tournament

Away

1.00pm—4.00pm

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