Our Year 6 pupils took to the roads (safely!) for their first Bikeability adventure – a fantastic introduction to cycling skills, road safety and coordination. Well done, Year 6! Meanwhile, Reception had a brilliant day out at Blackberry Farm. Despite the cloudy skies, they made the most of every muddy puddle and animal encounter. We rounded off the week with a lovely assembly led by Chaplain Katie, who shared a message about kindness. Add all the fantastic classroom learning to the mix, and it’s been a week full of variety and energy. A great start to June.
KCPPA NEWS
Father’s Day Fair – New Date!
We will be hosting the KCPPA Father’s Day Fair on Thursday 12th June so that our fantastic athletes are able to complete at the IAPS Sports Tournament in Ashford on Friday. Father's Day fair is always a lovely event, and the children really enjoy choosing gifts for the special person in their lives, whether it's dad, grandad, uncle or special family friend – don’t forget to send them in with a little money to spend on the day!
Super Sport Saturday. Join in the FUN!
Get ready for a morning full of energy, fun, and sporting adventure! We’re thrilled to invite you to our next Super Sport Saturday, where children will dive into an exciting mix of activities – from trampolining and gymnastics to cricket, rugby, football, hockey, and netball. Led by our excellent team of PE specialists, it’s the perfect chance for your child to explore new sports, build confidence, and burn off some weekend energy! No kit required – just come in trainers, bring a big smile, and be ready to jump in! We can’t wait to see you there! Mrs Hughes
From clean water to creative waste – it’s Science Week at KC Prep- let’s recycle!
We’re looking forward to an exciting Science Week beginning on Monday 16 June. The week will be packed with hands-on activities, fascinating experiments, and themed workshops—including a special visit from WaterAid, helping us explore the science behind clean water and global sustainability.
We’ll be busy at school experimenting with all sorts of materials to discover what floats best—and what sinks. Exciting prizes await our top sailors, so every contribution could make a splash! Please remember to send in any items from your recycling bin that might help us build the winning boat!
Home Clothes Day Friday 20 June!
Pupils are invited to swap their uniforms for their favourite home clothes in support of a special re/up-cycling clothing drive led by Chaplain Katie. We’re collecting good quality, pre-loved clothing to donate to our wonderful Textile Department for creative projects as well as to local charities in need.
Simply pop your donations in a bag clearly marked with your House name—every bag earns house points, so get sorting and give your clothes a second life for a great cause! Chaplain Katie
Moving Up Day and Curriculum Information Sessions
We are looking forward to Moving Up Day on Monday 23 June 2025. On this day, children will spend the afternoon with their new class teacher for the upcoming academic year, giving them a chance to get to know their new teacher and new classroom. Please see below the dates for the various Curriculum Information Sessions where you’ll have the opportunity to meet your child’s new teachers and hear more about the year ahead.
Curriculum Information Sessions
- Monday 23 June 2025, 3.45pm–4.15pm: Years 1 and 2
- Tuesday 24 June 2025, 8.30am–9.00am: Nursery and Reception
- Wednesday 25 June 2025, 4.10pm–4.45pm: Years 5 and 6
- Thursday 26 June 2025, 4.10pm–4.45pm: Years 3 and 4
What happened in School this week?
Forest Explorers
Our topic this term is Summer—even if the weather hasn’t quite caught up yet! We’ve been exploring different types of holidays and the various forms of transport people use to travel. We've also been learning about foods that grow in warmer climates, and had great fun experimenting with citrus fruit printing!
Reception
The children in Reception had a wonderful time at Blackberry farm this week. Our morning began with a tour of the farm when the farmer took us to meet and feed lots of animals. There were goats, pigs, sheep, cows, llamas and alpacas, ponies, a horse, kids and donkeys. The children enjoyed feeding the animals -some of them were greedier and friendlier than others! After feeding the animals, the children went on a tractor ride around the farm, which was very bumpy but lots of fun. Then it was time to meeting some small animals, two rabbits, some guinea pigs, a tortoise and two rats. The children enjoyed learning about each of the animals, stroking and holding some of them. After lunch, the children had the chance to play on the play equipment before our journey back to school.
Year 1
Year 1 have had lots of fun this week! We have done lots of work on position and direction in maths and can confidently describe where things are in relation to each other; we have also done lots of practise of using left and right. Mr. Sullivan tried to catch us out by getting us to face a different direction, but we were too clever! We also enjoyed looking at ordinal numbers. We have started our new topic on Under the Sea and our first task was locating the oceans we find around the world. We will be looking at which creatures live where as well as thinking about how we can help protect them and their ocean habitats.
Next week we are looking forward to our Forest School Day on Friday 13 June and the children can come in their own clothes (which they don't mind getting muddy). Please remember a coat, a sun hat and wellies too.
Year 2
This week, Year 2 began an exciting new Design and Technology project — to design and build a wind-powered raft that will take part in a race! The children explored which materials sink or float, discovering that lighter objects made from wood or plastic tend to float, while heavier objects made from metal usually sink. With this knowledge in mind, they began thinking carefully about which materials they might use for their own raft designs. We can't wait to see their creative ideas take shape and come to life!
Year 3
Year 3 have been learning all about polygons in maths. They have enjoyed doing some geometry where they have had to be really accurate in their drawings of 2D shapes using a ruler, and thinking about right angles, parallel and perpendicular lines. They were really pleased with their finished results!
Year 4
In science, Year 4 have been exploring the topic of electricity. In a recent hands-on lesson, they experimented with building their own circuits using switches, wires, batteries, and bulbs. The pupils enjoyed the challenge of creating complete circuits and were thrilled to see their bulbs light up as a result of their efforts.
Year 5
Following half term, Year Five have launched themselves, full throttle into the last few weeks of the academic year. African art accompanied African drumming, translations and reflections moved into maths, mystery writing thrilled in English and coastal erosion washed into humanities. In pairs, the children undertook a filming project to show their understanding of cave, arch, stack and stump formation. Keeping them from munching the 'headland' was quite a challenge!
Year 6
In science Year 6 were investigating insulators and conductors. As an added challenge, they programmed BBC Microbits to light up an LED matrix and play a sound if a material was a conductor. They attached crocodile clips to the bottom of the Microbit and attached materials in between them to test. The class were surprised to find that humans were good conductors.
Bikeability Programme 2025
Our Year 6 pupils recently took part in the Bikeability programme, gaining valuable skills to help them cycle safely and confidently on the road. Through a series of practical sessions, they learned how to check their bikes, signal clearly, navigate junctions, and ride with awareness in real traffic environments. The experience not only boosted their cycling ability but also encouraged independence, responsibility, and a strong sense of road safety – all while having a great time outdoors!
‘It was fun riding the junctions with cars.’ Emilia
‘I like having fun and learning new things at the same time.’ Lyra,
‘Ever since I did Bikeability, I feel safer on my bike.’ Solenne
‘It was really fun and exciting, especially the games.’ Cyra
Year 1 and Year 2 Gardening Club
In Year 1 and Year 2 Gardening Club this week we did a bit of harvesting and foraging. The children harvested the broad beans, which were sown back in October last year. They then went around the school grounds looking for fragrant elderflowers. All of which was taken to the wonderful chef's in our school kitchen, who have promised us some culinary delights from the harvest. We can't wait!
Kent College Pembury proudly presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.
Get ready for a little bit of magic and a whole lot of mischief!
Tunbridge Wells will come alive with the smell of rebellion as Kent College Pembury proudly presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. This captivating production, performed by talented students from Years 5–10, brings to life the story of a brave and brilliant girl who discovers the power of her voice—and uses it to change her world. Packed with catchy songs, high-energy performances, and unforgettable characters, this enchanting adaptation of the beloved book and award-winning musical promises an evening of inspiration, laughter, and theatrical wonder. Tickets are now on sale, scan the QR code below to book
Calling all Year 5s!
Join us for an exciting morning of fun and discovery at Kent College Senior School!
- Crack STEM challenges in our escape room
- Conquer the outdoor confidence course
- Meet our amazing teachers
- Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch with your family
Come and experience a taste of life at Kent College Senior School – we can’t wait to welcome you!
Summer Camps 2025
Camp Beaumont
We are excited to announce a special summer holiday offer in collaboration with our partners at Camp Beaumont. From Monday 9th June to Sunday 15th June (11.59pm), they are offering a flash sale with great prices for your childcare provision this summer.
With prices as low as £42.50 per day when you book the entire week or £47.50 for individual days, that’s 30% off the on-the-day price! Please ensure that you quote your host school discount code at checkout (KENT25) and receive a further 10% off these prices! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and secure your place now! The Camp Beaumont Team
Gymnastics Summer Sessions
Keep active, build confidence and have fun this summer ! Join Mrs Cox for some fun and creative gymnastics sessions. Don’t miss out – it’s the perfect way to stay moving and make new friends over the holidays. Please email Mrs Cox to book on coxj@kentcollege.kent.sch.uk
Have a wonderful weekend!
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