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09th May 2008
Visit to British Museum
Years 5 and 6 attend Latin Day
The British Museum in London held a special Latin Day, where pupils were given the opportunity to meet Barbara Bell, the author of their class Latin book 'Minimus'. The children enjoyed an IT session with the illustrator, Dr Helen Forte, who has created many memorable characters. There was also the opportunity to learn about life as a Roman soldier, and to study artefacts from the site of Vindolanda which form the basis for the stories in 'Minimus'.
09th May 2008
Chess Triumph
Lancing College Prep pupil picked for England!
Congratulations to one of our year 6 pupils who has been chosen to represent England. Another pupil from year 4 has recently made his debut for Sussex. A great achievement for both!
29th Apr 2008
Lancing College Farm Trip
Our pre prep children have fun at Lancing College Farm
The first part of the Summer term sees our pre prep children visiting the farm at Lancing College. Under the expert supervision of Derek Cleaver, Farm Manager, the children learnt about the animals and even got 'hands on' with the lambs, rabbits and goats. These excellent links with the Senior School continue as the upper school children also have a chance to visit the farm throughout the year.
28th Apr 2008
Year 5 & 6 Cycle Training
As part of our travel plan, our children have been offered free cycle training
Following the initiation of our recent travel plan, Brighton and Hove City Council have offered our year 5 and 6 pupils a chance to take their stage one and stage two of the cycle training tests. All children managed to pass stage one, and thoroughly enjoyed the training. Our thanks must go to the Council who have offered us this great opportunity. Our children start stage two in a few weeks.
25th Mar 2008
Extra Class Offers More Opportunity
September 2008 sees a second year 7 class at Lancing College Prep
Due to demand, Lancing College Prep are opening a second year 7 class from September 2008. Admissions are still being taken. For further information please contact our school secretary Mrs Brown on 01273 503452 or email info@lancingprep.co.uk
25th Mar 2008
Planetarium Visit
'Days Of Wonder' Visited Lancing Prep
Days of Wonder visited the school with their mobile planetarium. Every class was treated to a show, from meeting Sam the Astronaut to being given a tour of the solar system and beyond.
17th Mar 2008
Lancing Prep Carry Out a National Experiment
As part of National Science and Engineering Week, Lancing Prep took part in a major piece of educational research which included 170,000 other pupils.
During National Science and Engineering Week, each child in the prep school - led by Dr Cooper - took part in a National experiment. Conducted entirely on-line, each child completed a short survey on their diet, exercise and rest, together with a series of on-line activities which challenged the children's powers of memory and concentration. The pupils then received their results and tips on how to improve their own readiness to learn. Teachers TV Will be publishing a full report on the National findings later in the year.
07th Mar 2008
Up For Reading Week
Lancing College Prep celebrate Up for Reading Week and World Book Day
The children have been involved with various projects and activities throughout the week from poetry being read out in assembly to book tokens being given out to every child in the school. This week came to a grand finale with each pupil and staff member dressing up as their favourite book character. The school raised a total of £547.00 which went towards The Down Syndrome Educational Trust
06th Feb 2008
Year 8 Visit to Horniman Museum
As part of their mask making project this term, year 8 enjoyed a day out in London
Miss Roberts and Dr Cooper took the children to visit the Horniman Museum in London to give them inspiration for their mask making project. The museum holds a large collection of interesting masks from around the world.
05th Feb 2008
Outdoor Classroom Assembled!
Thank you to our Parents Association
Following last year's Blue Moon Ball, and other events held by Lancing Prep Parents Association, we are now proud owners of a new outdoor classroom. The structure has been built near to the adventure playground and will be a vital asset to our children during the Summer months.
05th Feb 2008
Prep School Choral Day
Lancing Prep Attend Singing Day
Our year 6 pupils visited Brighton College with Mr Farley to participate in the choral day for prep school pupils. The children learnt several new songs over the course of the day, together wtih learning new arrangements of familiar songs such as 'Dem Bones' and 'I wanna be like you' being the favourites. It was an excellent opportunity to sing in parts, and to sing as part of a large ensemble.
19th Dec 2007
Woodard Schools Concert, Birmingham
Schools Concert at Symphony Hall
Our Senior Choir were some of the children attending the 'Woodard School's' concert held at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham. The children sang to an audience of approximately 1000, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. In addition to the choir, one of our year 8 pupils played with the orchestra.
07th Nov 2007
Jeans for Genes
Lancing Prep Once Again Support Jeans for Genes
Each year we participate in the Jeans for Genes charity day. The children are invited to wear jeans to school and donate to this worthwhile charity. This year we raised a total of £268.80, which topped last year's total by £70.00.
07th Nov 2007
Geography Field Trip
Year 8 Common Entrance candidates attended a field trip run by Lancing College's Head of Geography
Mr Foster led the pupils on an interesting day, looking at the River Ladywell (which starts in the grounds of Lancing College). They also looked at the River Adur, measuring the meander and getting very muddy in the process! During the day the children were lucky enough to attend the Halloween concert by the 'Ladywell Group', a modern music group at Lancing College, who gave a special spooky performance, lit by candles, in the Crypt of the Chapel.
01st Nov 2007
Une Visite en France!
This term 27 pupils from years 6, 7 and 8 enjoyed a 5 day stay in France
The children and staff stayed at Chateau de la Baudonniere in Normandy where they participated in lots of different activities including fencing, canoeing, and assault course, a treasure hunt, French talent show and a visit to the famous Mont St Michel. Mrs Misra, Dr Cooper, Miss Weller and the children are looking forward to a return visit!
12th Oct 2007
Robots Invade Lancing Prep!
'Days of Wonder' visited the school with 13 robots and laptops
Years 3 to 6 enjoyed the experience which comprised of laptop computers which directed the robots. The children were able to program and experiment with the robotics.
04th Oct 2007
Walk To School Launch
Brighton and Hove City Council's Walk To School Month Launches at Lancing Prep
The month long campaign run by the Council encourages parents and children to walk or cycle rather than take the car to school. The Mayor of Brighton and Hove visited, together with three of her colleagues from the Council. Bigfoot Bear, the Walk to School mascot, welcomed the children at the gate and joined the school assembly. The children and staff then gathered for a photo shoot.
21st Sep 2007
National Tennis Coaches Day
Lancing Prep Students represent Sussex
Three of our children were chosen to represent Sussex for the National Coaches Day at the new LTA Tennis Centre in Roehampton. The children really enjoyed the experience, and with a little help from their coach Keith Pullen, managed to show off their skills to the UK's top tennis coaches.
10th Jul 2007
Joseph Performance goes down a storm!
Following 5 performances of Joseph at Lancing College's theatre, our children received a standing ovation on the last night to confirm what a wonderful show they put on.
With the help of Mrs Jacquie Brunjes, Mr Farley and our main school children completed 5 magnificent performances of Joseph & The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. A great way to end the Summer Term, all children enjoyed the experience, and received a standing ovation on the final evening. Well done to all those involved.
07th Jun 2007
New Playground!
Thanks to the Parents Association for funding the school's new playground which opened on 7th June
Many, many thanks to the parents association for funding our new adventure playground. This replaces the previous pre prep play equipment, and is suitable for the use of children from ages 3 to 13.
26th Feb 2007
Netball - History in the Making!
The first ever Lancing College Prep netball match has taken place.
Lancing Prep now has a girls netball team, for the first time since our school went co-educational 4 years ago. The girls played a very good game against a very competent team from St Christopher's. Lancing Prep just beat the competition 3-2.
Latest news
29th Apr 2008Lancing College Farm TripOur pre prep children have fun at Lancing College Farmread more...
28th Apr 2008Year 5 & 6 Cycle TrainingAs part of our travel plan, our children have been offered free cycle trainingread more...
25th Mar 2008Extra Class Offers More OpportunitySeptember 2008 sees a second year 7 class at Lancing College Prepread more...