Making the Most of School Open Days: How to Make an Informed Choices about Your Child’s Future Education Selecting the best school for your child is a crucial decision that requires careful consideration. Open days provide a unique opportunity to experience the school environment firsthand, engage with staff and pupils, and get a sense of…
Choosing a secondary school is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make for your child. It’s about more than just academics; it’s about finding an environment where they can thrive, grow, and discover their passions. With so many options available, how do you navigate the process? Key Considerations: Academic Excellence: Does the school offer…
Maths. For some, it’s a source of endless fascination, a puzzle to be solved. For others, it can be a source of anxiety and confusion. But one thing is certain: maths is everywhere. From the moment we wake up and check the time to planning a journey or sharing a pizza, we’re using mathematical skills….
The first few years of a child’s life are the most formative and crucially shape the adult they grow up to be. At Holmwood House we understand that early exposure to Character Education has long lasting effects and lays the foundation for pupils to succeed in school and become positive contributors to society Why is…
Huge congratulations to all the runners who braved the mud and proudly represented their element in this week’s cross-country competition! Their effort and determination were truly commendable. A special well done to the Year 3 pupils for taking on their first-ever cross-country run with such enthusiasm. It was fantastic to see so much resilience and…
This week, we were treated to two amazing Christmas shows! Preschool 3, Reception, and Year 1 dazzled with their sparkling performance of Whoops-a-Daisy Angel, a charming story of a lovable but disorganized angel guiding the nativity characters to Bethlehem. The children not only entertained but developed valuable skills like teamwork, emotional expression, and listening. Meanwhile,…
Jeremy Lucas – Headmaster of Holmwood House School from 1968 to 1988. It was with great sadness that we heard about the death of Jeremy Lucas over the summer, who was Headmaster of Holmwood House from 1968 to 1988. Born 18 August 1944, Jeremy started his association with Holmwood as an eight year old pupil…
Preschool 3 WOW!! It is hard to believe that we are at the end of term already! What a year Preschool 3 have had. The children have particularly loved their last 2 weeks, and have participated in a very exciting topic entitled “Poppin into Summer” where they countdown the days until the end of term….
Friday 21 June saw and the Pre-Prep Sport Day take place in the morning and Prep Sports Day took place in the afternoon, this meant that we were able to hold the Whole School Relay after the picnics. The children showed great sportsmanship and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day. The Prep school pupils were entered…
Year 5’s bushcraft adventure was an action-packed trip, featuring fire building, shelter construction, camouflage exercises, and an SOS scenario. Amidst the picturesque woodlands, pupils honed essential survival skills, fostered teamwork, and embraced nature. They gained practical knowledge, built resilience, and developed problem-solving abilities, making for memorable experiences and valuable lessons that will benefit them in…
