The Prep Head's Newsletter

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Dear Parents / Guardians

As we approach the end of another academic year, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the wonderful and memorable week we have had and to wish you all a very happy summer.

This week started off with our exciting 'Denstone Decides' mock election, where all Prep pupils had the chance to vote. It was a fantastic learning experience for our pupils and the enthusiasm they displayed was inspiring.

We also had a beautiful chapel service and a heartfelt leaver's dinner, celebrating the achievements and memories of our Prep 6 pupils as they prepare to head up to the college. It was a bittersweet moment saying goodbye, but we are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and confident they will thrive in their next chapter. It was also my final Speech Day as Head of Prep, making it an especially poignant and memorable occasion.

As I prepare to hand over to Liz Scott, I want to express my deep gratitude for the beautiful cards and gifts I have received. Your kindness and support mean the world to me, and I will cherish these keepsakes.

Lost Property

We will put a lost property table outside the Prep before and after school on Friday.  Please have a look through and take anything that belongs to your child. 

Annual Contact Information Update

As we prepare for the new school year, please ensure that we have your up-to-date contact details, including home address, telephone number and email. This information is crucial for us to provide the best care and support for your children.  If your information has changed over the past year please contact Helen Heron .

Annual Medical Update

Please could all parents complete the Annual Medical Update form which can be accessed via the letter on the Parent Portal.

Schoolblazer

Please note that from 1-14 July there is free P&P for UK addresses, whilst stocks last.

Summer Term Sports Team Photographs

The Summer term sports photographs are now available to view and order.  Please see the Parent Portal for more information.

Annual Medical Update

Please could all parents complete the Annual Medical Update form which can be accessed via the letter on the Parent Portal.

Home to School Transport 2024-25

Thank you to those families who have booked on for the 2024-25 academic year and for those who have been in touch with Transport. With the introduction of zonal pricing and a retendering of services from our providers, we are able to bring a much more efficient service to most of our community. If you previously have not considered using the bus routes, do please take a moment to read the brochure in the link below. In addition to the change in prices, we are also offering a service to and from Knutsford (subject to demand) and we hope some of our weekly and flexi-boarders may benefit from this additional route.

Before completing the form, please do study the brochure carefully – some changes are quite subtle! The timings in the brochure are indicative at this stage and will be reconfirmed before the start of the new academic year (we would imagine any changes to be very small adjustments, dependent upon the numbers of children joining different stops). Please note that our bus routes can be very popular and we can only provide the right service if returns are made in a timely fashion; to that end, please note the deadline of Tuesday 9 July to confirm your wishes.

If anyone has any questions, please do not hesitate to email.

Home to School Transport Brochure

Booking Form

Michaelmas Term 2024 Calendar

The Michaelmas Term 2024 online calendar will be published over the weekend through the College website. The calendar can and does sometimes change to a certain extent over the course of the term, so please do keep a close eye on it during the term.

End of Term Reports

End of term reports for Pre-Prep 1 to Prep 6 will be available on the Parent Portal for viewing from Monday 8 July. These can be found by logging into your usual Parent Portal account https://denstonecollege.parents.isamshosting.cloud  - and clicking on your child’s name followed by ‘school reports.’ Any queries over access to Parent Portal can be sent via email.

Holiday Communication

Please do endeavour to allow our staff to have a rest this holiday.  Any urgent communication can be sent to the head.

I would like to remind everyone about Toby Robinson, who will be competing at the Olympics on 9 August at 0730 in the marathon swim. Toby was amazing when he visited us, and it would be fantastic if we could all show our support for him during this incredible event.

Finally, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of you for your support during my time as Head of Prep. It has been an honour and a privilege to serve this wonderful community. As I hand over to Liz Scott, I am confident that the Prep will continue to flourish under her leadership.

Wishing you all a happy and restful summer.

Warm regards,

The following attachments can be found on the Parent Portal.

• Annual Medical Update Form
• Return to Play Head Injury and Concussion Cover – Letter & Information Document
• Summer Term Sports Team Photographs