Announcement of the new Head of the Prep School for September 2025 Following a thorough and rigorous recruitment process, I am delighted to announce that Mr Brendan O’Keeffe has been…
EARLY YEARS BLOG Firstly, Easter is a time of vibrant colours, new life and most importantly, fun! Indeed, for toddlers, it is a fantastic opportunity to explore the world through…
PRE-RECEPTION This week, we have been learning more about spring. The children have learnt that the weather in spring is changeable and that we can experience warm, cold, sun and…
PRE-RECEPTION It was British Science Week this week and, this year’s theme was ‘change and adapt’. In Pre-Reception we have thought about how a caterpillars change over time and have…
EARLY YEARS BLOG Communication is the cornerstone of our interactions, shaping relationships, academic success, and future opportunities. Therefore, as parents, we naturally want to equip our children with the tools…
PRE-RECEPTION We have had another very busy week in Pre-Reception. We had great fun on Thursday celebrating World Book Day. The children all looked fantastic in their outfits. Our chosen…
PRE-RECEPTION What a busy first week back we have had! We had a busy Open Morning on Wednesday, an exciting visit from some unusual animals on Thursday, and danced through…
PRE-RECEPTION What a busy half term we have had! PHONICS In Phonics, we have taught the children to pronounce the sound ‘e’ phoneme (sound) using the rhyme ‘Open your mouth…
EARLY YEARS BLOG Outdoor learning is a valuable part of the Early Years curriculum at Farringtons Prep School. It provides children with opportunities to explore and learn about the natural…
EARLY YEARS BLOG Fine motor skills are crucial for a child’s overall development, impacting their ability to eat, write, dress themselves, and interact with the world around them. Why are…
