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SCHOOL NEWS
Remembrance Day Service
On Tuesday morning, our school day came to a pause as we joined together for our Remembrance Day Service, led by Mr Newton. Our prefects, along with the Head Boy and Head Girl, played a key role in the proceedings, leading prayers and reading poems that reflected on the importance of remembrance. The solemn sound of The Last Post and Reveille, played beautifully by Mr Powis on the trumpet, marked the beginning and end of our two-minute silence. Following the service, wreaths were laid on our Lawn of Remembrance by Mr Deighton and Mr Mathers, both of whom served in the Armed Forces, alongside our Head Boy and Head Girl. The service was a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by so many, and we were impressed by the maturity and respect shown by all our pupils throughout the occasion.
Rebecca Henderson, Head of English
Children In Need
It was wonderful to see the children’s delighted smiles as Pudsey welcomed Prep into school this morning and visited Pre-prep at morning break. Thank you to everyone who donated and adorned themselves in spots to support the day. We will be sharing more photos, along with the total amount raised, in next week’s newsletter.
Cross Country
Last Friday, MHV travelled down the A21 to Claremont School to take part in their Annual Cross-Country Match. All runners gave their best throughout the afternoon, with several strong individual performances. MHV had multiple athletes finish in the top ten, including an excellent third place for Fergus C in the Junior Boys race. Charlie C continued his outstanding form by winning the Senior Boys race. In the team competitions, MHV secured three impressive third-place finishes: Junior Boys, Middle Boys, and Senior Girls.
John Newman, PE & Games Teacher
Undefeated Champions!
The 1st Team have completed an incredible unbeaten season! After kicking off the year by winning the Bede's Tournament, they've gone from strength to strength - winning all six matches, scoring 26 goals, and conceding only 3. This remarkable record is a testament to their skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the season.
A huge congratulations to the entire squad on such an outstanding performance! Matt McKinnon, Director of Sport
PRE-PREP
Pre-Prep Remembers
On Tuesday morning, we were incredibly proud of all the children in Pre-Prep as they showed great respect in remembering those who fought in both the First and Second World Wars. The morning began with the launch of our very first Pre-Prep Pal, chosen to represent the important values of respect and compassion, a perfect connection to our Remembrance Assembly.
Just before 11 o’clock, the children from Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 gathered quietly on the chapel green. They listened beautifully as Mr Powis played The Last Post outside the Theatre, a moving moment of reflection. As the clock struck 11, the cannon sounded in the distance, and again at 11:02, marking the two minutes of silence. Every child stood with pride and composure, showing true thoughtfulness throughout both the assembly and the memorial service. They were an absolute credit to the school community
A Visit from Ed Boxhall Launches Anti-Bullying Week in Pre-Prep
Anti-Bullying Week began with a truly inspiring visit from author and illustrator Ed Boxhall, who captivated our Pre-Prep children with his warmth, creativity, and enthusiasm. Ed introduced his latest book, The Castle of Um — a delightful story in which a little girl named Lily finds her voice — a message that beautifully echoed the theme of the week. Through music and storytelling, Ed encouraged imagination, participation, and self-expression at every turn. The children were thrilled to join in as he quickly taught them a lively call-and-response song, “We the Wild Ones Are on the Run.” The hall was soon filled with laughter, rhythm, and confident voices — a fitting celebration of finding the courage to speak up and be heard. After a morning of engaging workshops, Ed spent the afternoon helping the children choose their books before personally signing each one. It was a wonderful opportunity for every child to connect with an author and take home a special reminder of the day. We hope the books chosen will inspire a renewed love of reading and learning, and that the children will treasure the memories of this inspiring visit.
Nicky Whittaker, Head of Pre-Prep
PREP
Full Colours Awarded
Congratulations to Tara B and Rosie A, who have been awarded Full Colours for Hockey. Congratulations to James H, Harvey P-W, Jack S, Matthew W, Charlie C and Hugo R-R who have been awarded Full Colours for Football.
Anti-Bullying Week
Anti-Bullying Week has given us a valuable opportunity to reinforce the message that there is no place for unkindness in our school. We began the week with Odd Socks Day, a fun and colourful reminder that our differences should be celebrated. Throughout the week, Form Tutors led sessions to raise awareness of bullying, encouraging pupils to recognise the importance of speaking up—whether they are a bystander or experiencing unkind behaviour themselves. We rounded off the week by supporting Children in Need. No Children in Need Day would be complete without a visit from everyone’s favourite yellow bear—Pudsey! After meeting Pudsey, children added a spot to our kindness wall in the dining room, each writing down one kind act they plan to do for someone else. Let’s hope that kindness continues at home too!
Nick Jensen, Head of Pastoral
Friday Piñata Club
Over the past eight weeks, our Friday Piñata Club children have been hard at work bringing their imaginative creations to life. From the first sketches to the final touches of papier-mâché, they cut, glued, and crafted with impressive dedication. Today, their efforts paid off as they finally had the chance to break open their handmade piñatas and enjoy the treats inside. It was a joyful, well-earned celebration—and a fantastic finish to their creative journey!
Silver Success for the Girls’ Hockey Team
The girls came away with a well-deserved silver medal after taking part in a competition against some very large and strong hockey schools. They played six matches in total, competing brilliantly in each one and earning their place in the plate final. Sadly, the final was decided by a superb top-of-the-D strike from the opposition — one that no keeper could have touched! Nevertheless, the girls can be incredibly proud of their performance. Every match was fast and furious, with 20-minute games offering few chances and demanding full concentration throughout. It was a fantastic day of exciting hockey, and the silver medal was the icing on the cake after a series of excellent wins.
U8 Rugby: A Fantastic First Outing!
The U8 squad packed their boots, their biggest smiles, and enough energy to power a small village as they travelled to Dulwich Cranbrook for their very first rugby matches for MHV—and what an afternoon it was! From the first whistle, it was clear this was more than just rugby; it was a masterclass in enthusiasm. Tags were made (sometimes on teammates), passes were thrown (occasionally to the opposition), and tries were scored with the kind of dramatic flair usually reserved for Twickenham. A brilliant start to what promises to be a very enjoyable season. John Newman, PE & Games Teacher
ART & DT COMPETITION Years 3 - 8
The deadlines for both competitions are looming ever nearer. This is a gentle reminder to all pupils who wish to enter, to start work on their designs. The first competition is the 'Upcycling Competition' and the mission is to create something from old school planners. Your child will need to collect a planner from Mrs Konyu. The deadline for this is November 17th. The second competition is the 'Design/Make a Toy for Christmas' competition. The deadline for this is December 5th.
Tracey Konyu, Head of Art
Times Tables Rock Stars Competition
As part of our commitment to making maths exciting and high-profile in our school, we are taking part in a friendly Times Tables Rock Stars competition.
Key Information: Competition dates: 7:30am on Tuesday 18th November – 7:30pm on Thursday 20th November Where to play: Online at https://play.ttrockstars.com/ Pupils will know their passwords, but if in doubt please ask their maths teachers. How it works: Children can play in any game mode. Every correct multiplication or division answer earns one point for the pupil, their class, and the school. Scoring: The platform will calculate a class average, based on the number of correct answers per pupil who plays during competition hours. Each player can earn points for up to 60 minutes per day (between 7:30am and 7:30pm). After 60 minutes of play that day, children can still earn coins but no further competition points. Winners: Winning classes—both within our school and across the wider competition—will be those with the highest class average. Supporting wellbeing: To keep the competition fun and healthy, please encourage your child, but please don’t play on their behalf. Support them as long as it doesn’t cause stress or disrupt family routines. We hope the children enjoy the challenge—good luck to everyone taking part! Sam Goldsmith, Head of Maths
Flexi Boarding Activities in November
We ensure that a night in the Boarding House is a really positive experience for our full, weekly and flexi boarders. In addition, we have two dedicated activities every week which may be of particular interest to our flexi boarders. Activity nights are on a Wednesday and Thursday and details of activities up to the end of November are available below.
To arrange for your child to flexi board, please contact the Boarding Team on the link below:
CALENDAR
Please find below the calendar for Week 12.
MENU
Please find below the menu for next week. The menu is complemented by a wide selection of salads, jacket potatoes and cold food options, available daily to all pupils in the Prep School.
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Useful Links
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