During the Easter break, a group of 53 children and 7 members of staff spent a week in the mountains, in Sestriere, Italy.
Luckily, they were blessed with glorious sunshine on day 1, and the morning consisted of an assessment in Ski School, to gauge the children's skiing ability. ...Once groups were determined, they took to the slopes and put their skills to the test. Alongside plenty of exhilarating skiing throughout the week, the children also had fun sledging and visited the local town to do a spot of shopping.
The delicious Italian food was a highlight for the children; they indulged in pizza, pasta, crepes, and an obligatory hot chocolate, to warm up after a long day on the mountain.
Upon their return, Mrs Mitchell received an email from the resort, to express how impressed they were with the children's behaviour; they represented the school impeccably well and we are so proud of how they conducted themselves.
Thank you to our fantastic team of staff for organising the trip so brilliantly, and for accompanying the children. Memories were certainly made to last a lifetime in Sestriere! ⛷️
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Our third and final core subject to hone in on, is Maths! Maths isn't just a subject we learn in school, it's a vital part of our daily lives; from cooking and measuring ingredients, to calculating discounts and budgeting, it is everywhere. That is why our Manor House children are ...timetabled to 3.5 hours per week.
In FV, children focus on topics such as Number and Place Value, Multiplication and Division, Properties of Shape, and Data Handling. It is also highly beneficial for them to have weekly times tables, and mental maths tests. Our FVI children are introduced to BIDMAS, and continue to make progress with fractions, angles, decimals, and interpreting a variety of charts; algebra also comes into play during the summer term.
In FVII, classes will focus on subject matters, ranging from Rules of Indices and Square Roots, to Rotational Symmetry and Conversion Graphs. They also ensure that mental maths strategies are discussed and put into practice. Our final year group, FVIII, regularly complete past CE and Scholarship papers. They will revisit all topics, which then leads to individual teaching and consolidation of mathematical concepts.
We are preparing our Beachburians for their future careers; from data analysis to engineering, and finance to technology, maths is the foundation for success in many fields!
To discover more about the curriculum we offer at Beachborough, please head to our website, via the link in our bio.
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We are shining the spotlight on another of our 'sporting heroes', Henry Pollock. Henry joined Beachborough School in 2008, and after discovering a love for rugby at an early age, he could always be found with a rugby ball in hand every break time.
Henry was a key member of the ...victorious team, at the Sibford Sevens U12 Festival in 2017, before going on to play for the U13A side, during his final year. His prowess didn't go unnoticed, when he was quickly snapped up by Northampton Saints Academy, at just 13 years old. Henry's rugby career has gone from strength-to-strength, and in recent years, has found himself captaining England Under-18s to the Academy League final, and became Saints' youngest ever try scorer.
So far, this year has been replete with success for Henry, following the arrival of the 2024 U20s Six Nations. He secured a hat-trick in England's opening game against Italy, and was awarded 'Man of the Match' back-to-back, potentially making him 'England's next breakthrough star'. Later this year, we will have the pleasure of seeing Henry representing England once again, at the World Rugby U20 Championship in South Africa.
Could you be the next 'sporting hero' of Beachborough? To discover more about our sports offering, please visit our website, via the link in our bio!
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Next week, on Saturday 20th April, the Beachborough Eventers Challenge will be taking place!
We are excited to welcome our competitors to Dallas Burston Polo Club, with the aim of jumping a clear round within an optimum time.
Thank you to our generous sponsor @tudorhallschool, ...for sponsoring our Intermediate Class 3!
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Science lessons are focused on equipping students with the tools to understand the world around them. From exploring the wonders of nature to unraveling complex systems, Science empowers students to question, explore, and discover.
Lessons for children in FV-FVIII take place in the Science... Labs, and children are timetabled to 2.5-3 hours of Science per week. In FV, children have the opportunity to secure their Bunsen burner licenses, alongside working through topics such as Earth and Space, Plant and Animal Life Cycles, and States of Matter.
Our FVI and FVII children delve a little deeper into the wonders of the universe, and uncover fascinating subject matters such as Solutions and Indicators, Mixtures and Separation Techniques, Atoms, Elements and Compounds, and Chemical Reactions. With ample opportunity for experiments, hands-on and interactive learning can ignite curiosity and deepen understanding like never before.
While certain topics such as Space and Technology, Effects of Forces, and Neutralisation are discussed in FVIII, it is the time for our eldest children to complete the syllabus and prepare for their exams. Our Scholars receive additional sessions, and have the chance to touch upon GCSE topics such as Osmosis and Climate Change.
At Beachborough, we believe that fostering curiosity, experimentation, and problem-solving will equip our future leaders with the tools they need to navigate an increasingly complex world! 🧪🔬🪐
For more information on the expansive curriculum at Beachborough, please head to our website via the link in our bio.
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Sport is an integral part of Beachborough Prep, and we are delighted to watch our Beachburians, both past and present, succeed in this area.
Eloise joined Beachborough in 2005, and after discovering a passion for cricket, she represented the 1st XI team, as well as Buckinghamshire. ...Throughout Eloise's cricketing career, she has coached at schools and ran cricket programmes across the South West of England, sharing her love of the sport and expertise with young, up-and-coming children.
As Eloise's coaching experience grew, so did her successes, and in 2023 she was awarded 'Young Coach of the Year' by the England and Wales Cricket Board. This year, Eloise achieved yet another accolade, adding to her impressive list of accomplishments, when she was placed on the Women in Cricket Employee Network’s (WCEN) Inspirational Women's list.
It is awe-inspiring to see our Old Beachburians continue to thrive, and if you are a 'sporting hero' of Beachborough, we would love to hear from you!
To learn more about our sports offering, please visit our website via the link in our bio.
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On Thursday 16th May 2024, we will be holding a 3+ Discovery Event, for those registered for Kindergarten in September 2024.
Come and join us for an afternoon of engaging activities, where your child has the opportunity to meet with our wonderful Early Years team, and other children of a ...similar age.
In order to attend our event, children must be formally registered with us first. To do so, please head to the admissions pages of our website, via the link in our bio.
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@ultimateactivitycamps return to Beachborough next week!
Children from 4-14 years old are greatly welcomed to join the Easter camp, and enjoy a wide range of exciting activities, with highly qualified staff.
There are still spaces available from Monday 8th April - Friday 12th ...April, so head to their website to book now!
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On Saturday 20th April 2024, the Beachborough Eventers Challenge will be taking place, at Dallas Burston Polo Club!
Entries are open via the @nseaequestrian website, with bookings scheduled to close on Friday 12th April.
A huge thank you to @stoweschool, for generously sponsoring... Class 2!
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