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# Buckingham Prep
Independent School in Middlesex
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- [Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/05/22/norfolk-lakes-activity-centre/) - Our Year 6 boys enjoyed an action-packed and memorable residential trip to Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre.
- [Phasel's Wood Activity Centre](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/05/20/phasels-wood-activity-centre/) - Our Year 3 and Year 4 boys had an unforgettable residential trip to Phasels Wood Activity Centre, packed with adventure, teamwork and outdoor learning experiences.
- [Mini Marathon 2026](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/05/18/mini-marathon-2026/) - Our Year 5 and Year 6 boys were fantastic as they took part in the Mini Marathon this April.
- [Preschool Farm Visit](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/05/15/preschool-farm-visit/) - Our Preschool children had a wonderful day at Odds Farm Park this week, embracing the rain and enjoying every moment of their farm adventure!
- [LAMDA Success with RM Drama](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/03/16/lamda-success-with-rm-drama/) - Pupils at Buckingham Preparatory School have recently achieved outstanding results in their LAMDA examinations.
- [Citizens of the Future!](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/01/30/citizens-of-the-future/) - Last Monday, our Year 6 boys at Buckingham Preparatory School took part in a series of valuable workshops.
- [Gold Success in the UK Bebras Challenge](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/01/23/gold-success-in-the-uk-bebras-challenge/) - We are delighted to celebrate the fantastic achievement of our boys who received Gold awards in the UK Bebras Challenge this year.
- [Year 3 Visit Neasden Temple](https://www.buckprep.org/2026/01/15/year-3-visit-neasden-temple/) - Pupils in Year 3 at Buckingham Preparatory School, enjoyed a fascinating visit to the Neasden Hindu Temple.
- [BPS Bebras Challenge!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/11/13/bps-bebras-challenge/) - Pupils from Year 2 to Year 6 at Buckingham Preparatory School took part in the UK Bebras Challenge.
- [Year 4 Visit the National Poetry Library](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/10/24/year-4-visit-the-national-poetry-library/) - On a cloudy Thursday morning, Year 4 set off on an exciting trip to the National Poetry Library.
- [Reception Explore the History of Harrow](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/10/17/reception-explore-the-history-of-harrow/) - Our Reception boys enjoyed an exciting educational trip to Headstone Manor.
- [European Day of Languages](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/10/06/european-day-of-languages-4/) - Celebrating European Day of Languages at Buckingham Preparatory School Buckingham Preparatory School marked European Day of Languages with a week full of cultural exploration, creativity, and fun. The celebrations began with an engaging assembly led by Madame Howell, who introduced the boys to the rich history, traditions, and language of Cyprus. This set the tone
- [How to Change the World!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/09/25/how-to-change-the-world/) - Year 5 pupils have been exploring the UN Charter for Children’s Rights.
- [MP David Simmons Visits!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/09/29/mp-david-simmons-visits/) - We were delighted to welcome MP David Simmons to Buck Prep last week.
- [First Week Success for Preschool!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/09/22/first-week-success-for-preschool/) - Our Preschool boys have had a fantastic start to their journey at Buckingham Preparatory School.
- [First Week of Reception 2025](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/09/15/first-week-of-reception-2025/) - Our new Reception boys have made a fantastic start to their journey at Buckingham Preparatory School.
- [From Buck Prep to Beyond!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/09/11/from-buck-prep-to-beyond/) - At Buckingham Preparatory School, we are incredibly proud to celebrate the achievements of our former Year 6 boys.
- [Post for Year 2!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/05/09/post-for-year-2/) - This week Year 2 have visited The Postal Museum and have discovered how the post moved under London since the 19th century.
- [Outdoor Learning at Hudnall Park!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/05/16/outdoor-learning-at-hudnall-park/) - Last week saw our enthusiastic Year 3 and 4 boys from Buckingham Preparatory School, leave Pinner and head off for three days of adventure at the wonderful Hudnall Park, set in 85 acres of beautiful countryside.
- [Organ Workshop at MTS](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/05/16/organ-workshop-at-mts/) - Our Year 5 and 6 boys recently had a wonderful opportunity to visit Merchant Taylors' School in Northwood to participate in an engaging organ playing workshop.
- [Buckingham Prep Wins the Day!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/05/23/buckingham-prep-wins-the-day/) - Buckingham Preparatory School came alive with energy and excitement as we recently held our annual Sports Day at Harrow Town!
- [Year 6 Buddy Time](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/06/15/year-6-buddy-time/) - At Buckingham Preparatory School, we believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals, and a key part of this is our buddy program.
- [STEM Day Ignites Curiosity](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/06/27/stem-day-ignites-curiosity/) - Buckingham Preparatory School was filled with excitement and energy as boys from Preschool to Year 6 took part in the annual STEM Day — a highlight of the summer term.
- [Sunshine, Smiles and Sponges!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/07/11/sunshine-smiles-and-sponges/) - The school playground was bursting with colour, laughter and community spirit during this year’s eagerly anticipated Summer Fair, organised by the Buckingham Preparatory School PTA.
- [Legoland Adventure for Year 1!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/06/06/legoland-adventure-for-year-1/) - Our amazing Year 1 class, jumped on the minibus and made the journey from Pinner to Windsor, to prepare for a truly brick-tastic day out at Legoland!
- [Alumni Return to Share Wisdom](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/07/18/alumni-return-to-share-wisdom/) - Buckingham Preparatory School was delighted to welcome back a group of recent leavers for a special alumni event designed to support our senior pupils as they prepare for the next stage of their educational journey.
- [Celebrating Progress, Growth and Achievement](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/08/01/celebrating-progress-growth-and-achievement/) - Buckingham Preparatory School came together in joyful celebration for Speech Day 2025.
- [Success at Judo Grading](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/07/25/success-at-judo-grading/) - Boys from Years 1 to 6 at Buckingham Preparatory School recently took part in their end-of-year Judo grading.
- [Pre-Prep Outdoor Learning Adventure!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/04/14/pre-prep-outdoor-learning-adventure/) - Our Buckingham Preparatory School boys had an exciting day at Ashridge Estate, embracing the great outdoors and exploring the wonders of nature. From hunting for minibeasts to building dens and discovering local wildlife, the boys had hands-on experiences that brought learning to life. Outdoor learning is an important part of our pre-prep education, helping pupils develop
- [Year 3 and 4 explore Art History!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/03/20/year-3-and-4-explore-art-history/) - Our Years 3 and 4 boys had a fantastic day exploring the Victoria & Albert Museum, one of London’s most inspiring cultural landmarks. From ancient sculptures to intricate textiles, the museum visit brought art and history to life in an exciting and interactive way. Armed with sketchbooks, the boys put their artistic skills to the
- [Expressive Arts Week 2025 - What a Show!](https://www.buckprep.org/2025/03/19/expressive-arts-week-2025-what-a-show/) - Expressive Arts Week Showcases Incredible Talent at Buckingham Preparatory School February was an exciting month at Buckingham Preparatory School, as our annual Expressive Arts Week brought out the creativity and confidence of our boys from Preschool to Year 6. Throughout the week, pupils took part in a variety of creative talent competitions, including poetry, dance,
- [Highlights of 2021 . Pre-School - Year 1](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/01/14/highlights-of-2021-pre-school-year-1/) - The whole school have made an exceptional start to online learning in 2021, we have so much exciting news to report but let's kick start our weekly posts with highlights from Pre-school to Year 1.
- [Highlights of 2021 . Year 2 - Year 4](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/01/21/highlights-of-2021-year-2-year-4/) - The whole school have made an exceptional start to online learning in 2021, we have so much exciting news to report.
- [Highlights of 2021 . Year 5 - Year 6](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/02/02/highlights-of-2021-year-5-year-6/) - The whole school have made an exceptional start to online learning in 2021, we have so much exciting news to report.
- [Pre-School Prepare For Chinese New Year](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/02/04/pre-school-prepare-for-chinese-new-year/) - The children in Pre-School have had some very exciting learning experiences this week, they explored the origins of Chinese New Year and how it is celebrated.
- [Pancakes & A Valentine's Breakfast](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/02/11/pancakes-a-valentines-breakfast/) - What a wonderful way to end a half term of hard work. Pancakes and Valentine's breakfasts at BPS this week.
- [Painting With Science, Story-Telling With Shadows & Drawing With Light](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/02/25/painting-with-science-story-telling-with-shadows-drawing-with-light/) - To name just a few of the creative exploits our students have been up to in the first week back!
- [World Book Day & 'The Masked Reader'](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/03/04/world-book-day-the-masked-reader/) - This week we virtually celebrated World Book Week with a competition named 'The Masked Reader', staff got involved in performing extracts from their favourite books while disguised in masks and filters.
- [A Happy Return](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/03/11/a-happy-return/) - “So through the door the Children ran schoolward merrily hand in hand,Looking neither to left nor right where the breathless Heavens stood still.
- [Our Budding Actors Have Done Us Proud](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/03/18/our-budding-actors-have-done-us-proud/) - A huge congratulations to our Buck Prep boys who completed their LAMDA exams back in January.
- [A Strong Start To The Summer Term](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/04/16/a-strong-start-to-the-summer-term/) - Our students returned to school this week with smiling faces and a spring in their step.
- [Our Year 6 Success Stories](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/04/23/our-year-6-success-stories/) - Well done to all of our Year Six boys.
- [Observing The Nature Around Us](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/04/28/observing-the-nature-around-us/) - As the Science topic for this term in Year 3 is Plants, what better way to begin our learning but to take a walk around the school grounds and local area to observe plants growing in their natural environment?
- [A Scientific Spectacular](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/05/07/a-scientific-spectacular/) - On Tuesday 4th May, Science week began at Buckingham Prep School with our theme this year being 'Innovating for the Future'.
- [Penguin Random House or BPS Year 6?](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/05/14/penguin-random-house-or-bps-year-6/) - Did you know that brazil nuts are a sustainable rainforest resource?
- [The Big Ask](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/05/20/the-big-ask/) - This week BPS boys took part in The Big Ask.
- [A 'Chic' Week For Our Reception Students](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/05/27/a-chic-week-for-our-reception-students/) - This has been a very busy week in Reception.
- [Junior Sports Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/06/11/junior-sports-day/) - For the Junior Sports Day, each boy in Years 3-6 participated in four events: two track and two field events.
- [Royal Academy Exhibition Success & Expressive Arts Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/06/17/royal-academy-exhibition-success-expressive-arts-week/) - Expressive Arts Week 2021 A sensational week of creative extravaganzas.
- [What have our Year 1s been up to?](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/06/25/what-have-our-year-1s-been-up-to/) - Year 1 have been very busy this term across all subjects. In RE they have been finding out about special places and celebrations.
- [The Adventure at Longridge, Year 6 Residential Trip](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/07/02/the-adventure-at-longridge-year-6-residential-trip/) - Last week saw our Year 6 boys enjoying their residential trip to Longridge, Marlow.
- [And So It Begins...](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/09/09/and-so-it-begins/) - As the students entered back through the red doors of BPS for the Autumn Term, the building was struck with excitement.
- [An Admirable Nature of Collaboration in Year 2](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/09/24/an-admirable-nature-of-collaboration-in-year-2/) - Friendship, Teamwork and Collaboration have all been key words in Year 2 this week.
- [European Language Day 2021](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/10/01/european-language-day-2021/) - On Wednesday we celebrated European Language Day, the school was flooded with colour as each class dressed in the colours of a different European flag.
- [Local Architecture Exploration ](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/10/08/local-architecture-exploration/) - Year 1 went on an explorative walk around the neighbourhood.
- [Black History Month](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/10/15/black-history-month/) - Black History has been celebrated by the whole school this month and such a range of learning activities have taken fruition.
- [The Lunar Lander - Year 4 Steam Day Mission](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/11/05/the-lunar-lander-year-4-steam-day-mission/) - This term, Year 4 have been learning about Space and different Astronauts.
- [Pre-School Present The Gruffalo](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/11/10/pre-school-present-the-gruffalo/) - This week has been a very exciting week in Pre School as they have been learning about the story "The Gruffalo" by Julia Donaldson.
- [Anti Bullying Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/11/17/anti-bullying-week/) - This week at school has been “Anti-bullying week.”
- [Magical Music at BPS](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/11/25/magical-music-at-bps/) - At Buckingham Prep, Choir is an after school club open to years 3 to 6 boys who enjoy singing with friends and developing their voices.
- [Exam Ready!](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/12/06/exam-ready/) - As we approach the end of this busy term, I believe that one year group in particular have grown to know what self-motivation and discipline look like on a daily basis.
- [A Reflection from Reception](https://www.buckprep.org/2021/12/08/a-reflection-from-reception/) - What a wonderful term we have had at BPS.
- [Head First Into 2022](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/01/07/head-first-into-2022/) - Our first week of 2022! We have welcomed many new students to our Pre-School family and they have settled in admirably
- [Sporting Our Way Into 2022](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/01/14/sporting-our-way-into-2022/) - Our first full week back of the new year has been a metaphor of the year we hope to come.
- [A Week of Musical Merriment and Lively Linguistics](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/01/21/a-week-of-musical-merriment-and-lively-linguistics/) - What have our students been up to this week in Music & French?
- [Effort Recognition Celebration For Year 6](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/01/28/8879/) - January 28th 2022 almost marks the end of all the interviews, tests, preparation, hard work and effort that has been put in by all eighteen boys in Year 6, in order to proceed to their new schools, with the majority now having finished.
- [Anglo-Saxon Extravaganza](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/02/04/anglo-saxon-extravaganza/) - What a day it has been for Year 4, well, what a month!
- [Children's Mental Health Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/02/10/childrens-mental-health-week-2/) - We raised almost £400 on Monday for the charity 'Mind' for mental health.
- [Pre-School Go On A Jungle Safari](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/02/24/pre-school-go-on-a-jungle-safari/) - This week in Pre-School the children have been learning about wild animals.
- [International Women's Day Celebrations, A Visit To Parliament & A Week To Celebrate All Round](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/03/11/international-womens-day-celebrations-a-visit-to-parliament-a-week-to-celebrate-all-round/) - This week, as ever has been jam packed with trips, clubs, matches and activities.
- [Red Noses, Red Trucks & Speaking Up!](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/03/18/red-noses-red-trucks/) - Another fantastic week at BPS, blessed with the summer equinox nearing the end of the week providing us with sun-filled excitements.
- [A School of Young Designers](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/06/10/a-school-of-young-designers/) - All of the students have impressed us with their incredible Design skills this week.
- [BPS Sports Day & Summer Fair!](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/06/17/bps-sports-day-summer-fair/) - Summer has come! With the sun has come many exciting activities this week at BPS.
- [Expressive Arts Week 2022](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/06/24/expressive-arts-week-2022/) - BPS students impressed us beyond belief with their incredible creative skills this week.
- [Speech Day & Animal Encounters!](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/07/04/speech-day-animal-encounters/) - Speech Day took place last Thursday, an incredible event filled with gratitude, unity and respect.
- [Adieu! See you in September](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/07/07/adieu-see-you-in-september/) - What an incredible year it has been, finalised by some incredible events this past few weeks.
- [Condolences To The Royal Family](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/09/09/condolences-to-the-royal-family/) - Buckingham Preparatory School are deeply saddened by the news that Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II has died.
- [A New Year of Opportunity](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/09/23/a-new-year-of-opportunity/) - We are now two weeks deep into another exciting year at BPS.
- [European Language Day & The Book Fair](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/09/30/european-language-day-the-book-fair/) - A week of cultural excitement this week at BPS.
- [Black History Month & Ancient Egyptian Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/10/07/black-history-month-ancient-egyptian-day/) - Learning activities have been happening around the school in respect of black history month in the form of reading stories, research projects, creative tasks and assemblies.
- [Headstone Manner & Hello Yellow!](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/10/14/headstone-manner-hello-yellow/) - This week, BPS has been filled with energy and excitement towards the array of learning activities.
- [Young Writers Awards & A Visit To The Natural History Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/11/04/young-writers-awards-a-visit-to-the-natural-history-museum/) - A fantastic first week to the half term, beginning on Monday with the incredible news that our Year 5 class had won the Young Writers Award For Poetry.
- [Headstone Manor & Maths Challenges](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/11/11/headstone-manor-maths-challenges/) - Another exciting week at BPS, filled with school trips, football tournaments, Math challenges and reflective activities for Remembrance Day.
- [Children In Need Day, School Trips & Police Visits](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/11/18/children-in-need-day-school-trips-police-visits/) - What a week it has been at BPS this week.
- [Ecology Trails & Football Matches](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/11/25/ecology-trails-football-matches/) - This week at BPS we have been buckling down to hard work before the Christmas festivities commence.
- [Welcome Back to School!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/09/15/welcome-back-to-school/) - Welcome Back to School! September is always an exciting time for the pupils.
- [Tudor Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/09/29/tudor-museum/) - Have you ever wondered what ingredients were in a Tudor pear pie
- [Headstone Manor Trip](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/10/13/headstone-manor-trip/) - What an amazing half term we have had in Reception.
- [Armistice Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/11/14/armistice-day/) - Last Friday pupils at Buckingham Preparatory School gathered for a special Armistice assembly from Mr Doyle.
- [Christmas Plays!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/12/01/christmas-plays/) - Last week we were treated to two fabulous plays by our lower school.
- [Happy New Year!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/01/05/happy-new-year/) - We have had a wonderful start to the new term and to 2024!
- [Sportsmanship!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/01/12/sportsmanship/) - For this term the sporting focus moves on to rugby and hockey.
- [Young Voices!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/01/26/10469/) - This term is another exciting one for the choir, as we are heading to Wembley Arena.
- [Whipsnade Zoo](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/02/09/whipsnade-zoo/) - The Lower School had a very exciting day this week at the Whipsnade Zoo in Dunstable!
- [Expressive Arts Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/03/01/expressive-arts-week/) - Buckingham Prep embarked on an exhilarating journey through our annual Expressive Arts Week.
- [Setting Sail on a Phonics Adventure!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/03/11/setting-sail-on-a-phonics-adventure/) - Ahoy! It's time to share the exciting tale of our Pre-School class.
- [Ooblek madness in Reception!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/03/15/ooblek-madness-in-reception/) - This has been a busy and exciting week for Reception.
- [New species sighted at Buckingham Prep!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/03/22/new-species-sighted-at-buckingham-prep/) - Year 6 have been learning about how animals and plants are adapted to suit their environment in different ways.
- [Let the Summer Term commence!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/04/19/let-the-summer-term-commence/) - The boys burst into the school gates this week full of excitement and enthusiasm to learn!
- [Year 4 residential trip to Hudnall Park!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/04/26/year-4-residential-trip-to-hudnall-park/) - We arrived to a beautiful rain swept visage in front of us.
- [The Enormous Turnip!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/05/03/the-enormous-turnip/) - This term in Pre-School we are learning about traditional tales.
- [Adventures to Phasels Wood!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/05/10/adventures-to-phasels-wood/) - Last Wednesday and Thursday, our courageous Year 3 explorers embarked on an exciting journey.
- [Year 2 Trip To The Science Museum!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/05/17/year-2-trip-to-the-science-museum/) - What a perfect day to go for a day trip to the science museum in Kensington!
- [A Trip To Legoland With Year 1!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/05/24/a-trip-to-legoland-with-year-1/) - On Monday Year One enjoyed a very sunny day at Legoland Windsor.
- [Year 6 Residential!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/06/07/year-6-residential/) - Early Monday morning, our Year 6 boys set off on their residential adventure.
- [A Trip To St Alban's Church With Reception!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/06/14/a-trip-to-st-albans-church-with-reception/) - This week has been an exciting week in Reception.
- [Chess Success!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/06/17/chess-success/) - On Thursday 13th June 2024 members of the BPS Chess club were invited to a chess tournament with Harrow Junior Chess Club.
- [Sports Day 2024!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/06/21/sports-day-2024/) - This was the first time for many years that both the Infant and Junior boys had a combined sports day.
- [Year 6 BPS Treat!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/06/28/year-6-bps-treat/) - Year 6 had an extra end-of-BPS treat on Tuesday when they spent the morning playing rounders and having a packed lunch at Harrow Town.
- [Bon Voyage!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/07/05/bon-voyage/) - What an incredible year we have had at BPS! So many fantastic events, opportunities and success stories!
- [Year 6 Play and Year 5 residential trip to York!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/03/27/year-6-play-and-year-5-residential-trip-to-york/) - It has been a very busy lead up to the Easter Holidays.
- [Van Gogh, Picasso, Rousseau and Monet!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/02/23/van-gogh-picasso-rousseau-and-monet/) - Take One Picture is a project organised by the National Gallery.
- [Weather forecast in from Year 1!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/02/02/weather-forecast-in-from-year-1/) - In Year One we have been learning about the weather.
- [Foods around the world!](https://www.buckprep.org/2024/01/19/foods-around-the-world/) - On the 15th January Madame Howells held an assembly based on foods around the world.
- [Carols, Pantomimes and Christmas lunches!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/12/08/carols-pantomimes-and-christmas-lunches/) - What a wonderful week to end the term on!
- [Year 2’s trip to The Natural History Museum in Tring!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/11/27/year-2s-trip-to-the-natural-history-museum-in-tring/) - The Year 2 class of Buckingham Prep enjoyed a fascinating day out at the Natural History Museum.
- [Anti-Bullying week and Children in Need](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/11/17/anti-bullying-week-and-children-in-need/) - Our boys started this week with an assembly to mark Anti-Bullying week.
- [Happy Diwali from Pre-School!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/11/10/happy-diwali-from-pre-school/) - Pre-School have had a very exciting week learning all about how and why Diwali is celebrated.
- [Spooky Science with Year 1!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/11/03/spooky-science-with-year-1/) - Happy Halloween! In Year 1 we have been taking part in some Halloween science.
- [End of the Book Fair and the Macmillan Coffee Morning](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/10/06/end-of-the-book-fair-and-the-macmillan-coffee-morning/) - What a busy week we have had at the School! Towards the end of last week, we were able to hold our bi-annual Book Fair.
- [Curriculum evening and a Year 2 trip to the Tower of London](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/09/22/curriculum-evening-and-a-year-2-trip-to-the-tower-of-london/) - It has been another busy week here at Buckingham Preparatory School.
- [The Last Week of Term!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/07/07/the-last-week-of-term/) - What a year it has been here at Buckingham Prep!
- [Speech Night, Year 6 Final Assembly and Pre-School Prize Giving](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/06/30/speech-night-year-6-final-assembly-and-pre-school-prize-giving/) - Wow, the penultimate week of the Summer term at BPS has been an exceptionally rewarding, reflective and emotional.
- [Expressive Arts Week 2023](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/06/23/expressive-arts-week-2023/) - The long awaited Expressive Arts Week blew us away again this year.
- [Art Exhibitions, Farm Visits and Sports Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/06/16/art-exhibitions-farm-visits-and-sports-day/) - Another hot and busy week at BPS! It started with a trip to a country park for Pre-School.
- [Young Mariners Residential!](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/06/09/young-mariners-residential/) - This week our Year 6 students spent 5 days camping and partaking in a range of water sports and outdoor activities.
- [International Mathematics Finalists & A Trip to Legoland](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/05/26/international-mathematics-finalists-a-trip-to-legoland/) - A very successful final week of the half term!
- [Cricket Match Wins , Math Quiz Wins & Mental Health Awareness](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/05/12/cricket-match-wins-math-quiz-wins-mental-health-awareness/) - A successful week for BPS this week in terms of sport and academics.
- [Mathematic Champions & Jubilee Celebrations](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/05/05/mathematic-champions-jubilee-celebrations/) - This week has been another jam packed week of fun! Pre-School have had jam sandwich, picnic parties.
- [Happy Returns To The Summer Term](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/04/28/happy-returns-to-the-summer-term/) - We have returned to school for the Summer term with a bang!
- [The Rockymonster Show & A Trip to Ashridge House](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/03/24/the-rockymonster-show-a-trip-to-ashridge-house/) - It has been another busy week at BPS, filled with school trips, music, drama and sports fixtures.
- [A Trip to The Design Museum & An Assembly on The Coronation](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/03/10/a-trip-to-the-design-museum-an-assembly-on-the-coronation/) - This week has been another busy one, filled with school trips, sports matches and class assemblies.
- [World Book Day & A Trip To Charter House](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/03/03/world-book-day-a-trip-to-charter-house/) - It has been a busy and exciting week at BPS!
- [11+ Success](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/02/24/11-success/) - A huge congratulations to our Year 6's for their fantastic results in their 11+ exams.
- [Mental Health Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/02/10/mental-health-week/) - This week has been jam packed with excitements, with Mental Health awareness and education.
- [Culinary Skills, Film Making & Gardening](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/02/03/culinary-skills-film-making-gardening/) - This week at BPS we have had been planting cress and seeds.
- [Swimming Galas, Hockey Matches & Lamda Exams](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/01/27/swimming-galas-hockey-matches-lamda-exams/) - It has been a very busy week with sports fixtures and creative events!
- [Chinese New Year Celebrations](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/01/20/chinese-new-year-celebrations/) - This week has been full of excitements and achievements at BPS.
- [Hockey Match Wins & Dinosaur Adventures](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/01/13/hockey-match-wins-dinosaur-adventures/) - Our first full week at school of 2023 has been fantastic.
- [An Optimistic Start To 2023](https://www.buckprep.org/2023/01/06/an-optimistic-start-to-2023/) - What an incredible start to 2023, our students have settled back into routines.
- [Assessments & Residentials](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/05/20/assessments-residentials/) - This week at BPS has felt very calm, after a term as busy as ever our students settled down sensibly to their assessments. All of our teachers reported on the maturity and confidence within their classrooms and we have been very impressed with the scores rolling in. The sunshine and warm weather bought about positive
- [Caricature Workshops & Ecology Exploration Trails](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/05/13/caricature-workshops-ecology-exploration-trails/) - Another busy week at BPS this week! Full of exciting learning experiences in the beautiful sunshine. The week began with Year 1 exploring local wildlife and ecosystems, the Chorley Wood environment team taught the students all about the ecosystems and how we can do our bit to preserve it. The students were fully engrossed and
- [Eid Celebrations & Residential Trips](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/05/06/eid-celebrations-residential-trips/) - Another week of excitement at BPS this week! The celebration of Eid, twinned with the arrival of the warm Summer sun bought about a truly positive atmosphere across the school this week. We celebrated with a whole school 'Eid breakfast' and those students who celebrate the event shared an insight into its meaning within their
- [Young Voices, Math Challenges & Residentials](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/04/29/young-voices-math-challenges-residentials/) - Wow, what a week it has been at BPS. Jam packed with creative, academic and explorative activities. On Monday our Year 5 & 6 students ventured out to the 02 Academy for the Young Voices performance- the largest choir of young people in the world! The experience was something the boys will never forget, thousands
- [The Wonders Of A Farm At Spring Time](https://www.buckprep.org/2022/03/28/the-wonders-of-a-farm-at-spring-time/) - Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 visited Odds Farm for the day where they ventured round the farm in the sunshine. All the boys helped the farmers feed the adorable furry friends during the goat show. The kid goats were very greedy and the boys had to make sure they held the bottle tight! The
- [YEAR 6 HAVE A GREAT TIME IN WALES](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/05/30/year-6-have-a-great-time-in-wales/) - On Monday 8th May, Year 6 arrived at school as the sun began to rise for the week’s residential trip to Plas Menai in North Wales. After quite a stressful journey and lots of different trains we finally arrived at the centre, where the sun was shining and the atmosphere was definitely more chilled!! Within
- [We're Excellent!](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/08/30/were-excellent/) - How can you tell which independent school or nursery is best? When it’s time to find the independent school or nursery for your child you will be spoilt for choice. Websites, advertisements, strap lines and articles will be plentiful, all providing you with information on the offerings and aspects that make that particular school an
- [TRAVELLING BOOK FAIR](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/06/29/travelling-book-fair/) - Every year Buckingham Prep hosts a book fair with the ‘Travelling Books’ company. We are always delighted to welcome Gale and Bill, who run the fair, in to our school. This year the fair took place on a rainy Wednesday afternoon. Despite the bad weather, the fair was very busy and children of all ages
- [Shanah Tovah](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/11/09/shanah-tovah/) - Shanah tovah (שנה טובה) is the greeting Jewish people exchange during their New Year festival of Rosh Hashanah and translates as have a good new year. This year the two-day festival, which celebrates the anniversary of the world’s creation, took place from the 20th to the 22nd September. With these dates being so close to the beginning of our
- [Year 3 wonder around the National History Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/11/09/year-3-wonder-around-the-national-history-museum/) - Year 3’s trip to the Natural History Museum was a great success. Even before arriving at the museum the anticipation was mounting. We found our way through the museum and checked our coats and bags in the school reception area. The first area we looked at was the ‘Creepy Crawlies’ section. This was great. We
- [What are the York Awards?](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/11/10/what-are-the-york-awards/) - For our Year 5 boys October marks a special time in the calendar as this is when they go on their three night residential trip to York. The itinerary for York 2017 was packed with learning experiences and activities including: a guided tour of the Jorvik Viking Centre, a day spent in the prisoner of
- [Children in Need](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/12/04/children-in-need/) - On November 17th the boys took part in Children in Need. In preparation, Reception spent Thursday decorating cakes which had been made by the kitchen, as well as cooking their own Rice Krispie cakes in cooking club. Although the cakes smelt delicious, the boys managed to carefully wrap them all up, ready to be sold
- [Reception visit Whipsnade zoo](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/12/04/reception-visit-whipsnade-zoo/) - Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Reception saw all these exciting animals and more on their trip to Whipsnade zoo. We set off early in the morning on the minibus to the zoo, all dressed in our winter hats, gloves and scarves, ready for the exciting day ahead. When we arrived we started with
- [Buckingham Prep School Reading List](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/12/05/buckingham-prep-school-reading-list/) - It’s here. The gift of reading. After much deliberation, the teachers and Miss Thompson have finalised the Buckingham Prep School Reading List and there’s something in it for everyone. Whether children are in our Pre-School or are a Year 6 prefect, they can enjoy making their way through the list, discovering books that are challenging,
- [Year 5 and Rachel Whiteread at Tate Britain Buckingham prep](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/12/08/year-5-and-rachel-whiteread-at-tate-britain-buckingham-prep/) - “I use drawing to worry through the work. They're for teasing ideas out, for thinking about composition and colour, without actually making things. They're playful." During their Tate Britain visit, Year 5 discovered the work of Rachel Whiteread. She is one of Britain’s leading contemporary artists. The boys were also introduced to Sir Henry Tate
- [Year 5 and Rachel Whiteread at Tate Britain](https://www.buckprep.org/2017/12/08/year-5-and-rachel-whiteread-at-tate-britain/) - “I use drawing to worry through the work. They're for teasing ideas out, for thinking about composition and colour, without actually making things. They're playful." During their Tate Britain visit, Year 5 discovered the work of Rachel Whiteread. She is one of Britain’s leading contemporary artists. The boys were also introduced to Sir Henry Tate
- [Year 1 go on a 'Farm to Fork' trail](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/01/25/year-1-go-on-a-farm-to-fork-trail/) - On Friday 12th January, Year One went to Pinner Green Tesco to participate in a 'Farm to Fork' trail. We had a great time being shown around the store by Helena. She took us to the different areas of the store and talked about where different fruits, vegetables and flowers come from. We tasted some cheese and olives in
- [Year 5’s Explosive Trip to the Natural History Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/01/25/year-5s-explosive-trip-to-the-natural-history-museum/) - Would you like to be a volcanologist? Or use a seismometer to measure your own earthquake? Year 5 all had the opportunity to be volcanologists on their recent trip to the Natural History Museum. They attended an interactive workshop in a hi-tech space called the ‘Attenborough Studio’. In the middle of the room stood a
- [Buckingham Preparatory School Sweep the Board](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/01/25/buckingham-preparatory-school-sweep-the-board/) - A 300-point margin saw Buckingham Prep take first place in this year’s annual Quiz Club heat. The quiz, hosted by Merchant Taylors Preparatory school in Northwood, saw our boys beating Quainton Hall into second place and Merchant Taylors into third place, in a competition that boasted 11 teams representing the top academic schools in the
- [Year 4 post their first letters to Rome](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/02/02/year-4-post-their-first-letters-to-rome/) - This term Year 4 are studying the Romans in History, Europe and a focus on Italy in Geography and some introductory Latin during their Enrichment lessons that replace swimming. During a PSHEE lesson about different types of friendships, Pranav mentioned he had a pen-pal in India with whom he exchanged letters. This comment sparked an idea
- [Young Voices 2018](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/02/08/young-voices-2018/) - Listening to children sing is one of life’s pleasures. Who doesn’t love to listen to our choir singing on occasions and who is not delighted when the opportunity comes for our whole school to provide the chorus? These occasions can count the boys in their tens. If one is lucky enough to attend a senior
- [Snow Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/03/01/snow-day/) - Due to the fact that the current weather forecast suggests further travel disruption and treacherous conditions tomorrow, school will be closed on Friday 2nd March. The safety of your children is our top priority. The children should continue to work through the homework packs that were distributed yesterday. We appreciate your support with this and
- [Year 2 meet Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends at the V&A](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/04/18/year-2-meet-winnie-the-pooh-and-his-friends-at-the-va/) - “What day is it?” “It’s today,” squeaked Piglet. “My favourite day,” said Pooh. The Victoria and Albert Museum holds a large collection of E.H. Shepard’s original pencil illustrations for Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. How large? The museum’s archive contains over 270 original drawings as well as photographs, letters and proofs. Museums like
- [Book Week 2018](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/04/18/book-week-2018/) - In order to celebrate World Book Day this year, BPS hosted a stripy Book Week. The week got off to a brilliant start with the entire school dressing as recognisable book characters. A lot of thought and effort had been put into the costumes this year and both children and staff looked tremendous. Our annual
- [Science Week 2018](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/04/18/science-week-2018/) - Science Week 2018 at Buckingham Prep was a raging success! Our theme of ‘Space and Geology’ set the tone for the week to come. The week kicked off with an anticipated visit by the GeoBus from the UCL educational outreach program. The workshops varied from topics such as fossils, earthquakes, volcanoes and even meteorites! The
- [Around the world](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/04/23/around-the-world/) - Over the Easter break Reception have been very busy! Each boy in Reception was given the task to research and create a poster based on a country, and they completed this homework to such a high standard that they left Mr Doyle speechless. On the first day back each boy spoke to the class about
- [Year 1 make a visit to the Post Office](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/01/year-1-make-a-visit-to-the-post-office/) - Year One have been following the news each week in class on Espresso News. They were very excited to learn of the arrival of the new baby Prince called Louis Arthur Charles. The boyswere then told that when Princess Charlotte was born in May 2015 Year One made a card, posted it to the palace and got a
- [Year 4 explore Hudnall Park](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/01/year-4-explore-hudnall-park/) - Year 4’s residential trip to Hudnall Park challenged the boy’s ability to tolerate, nurture others’ ideas and to work collaboratively. It all took place in a truly beautiful landscape that allowed them to learn outdoors. The boys admired the surroundings and loved being able to explore the green hills at Hudnall Park. Pasha was even
- [Year 6 go on a fun-filled trip to Wales](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/07/year-6-go-on-a-fun-filled-trip-to-wales/) - The sun certainly wasn’t shining as we set off to Wales last week. The sky was overcast and the weather cold as we began the journey to North Wales for a week of water sports on the Menai Strait. We arrived in Wales in good time and were in our wetsuits ready to brave the
- [Reception get in touch with their feelings](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/12/06/reception-get-in-touch-with-their-feelings/) - This term Reception have been getting in touch with their feelings. In class the boys have been looking at the different emotions they may feel and what these emotions look like. Together we read the story of The Colour Monster, who was feeling all jumbled up and couldn't work out how he was feeling. Was he feeling happy and
- [Top Position for the Buckingham Boys!](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/09/top-position-for-the-buckingham-boys/) - The Buckingham Prep Maths Quiz teams were in a positive and enthusiastic mood as they set off for the first heat of the Maths quiz at Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School on Thursday 10th May. Two teams of four boys were due to take part, but when we arrived we found one school had dropped out,
- [Year 6 visit Bentley Priory Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/14/year-6-visit-bentley-priory-museum/) - Clad in slick RAF uniforms, Year 6 gathered in one of the grand rooms of the Bentley Priory Museum. It was time for their Battle of Britain workshop. To begin the session, the boys were given the opportunity to share what they had already learnt about World War II and they were asked challenging questions
- [House of Commons Debate](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/17/house-of-commons-debate/) - House of Commons Debate, 15th May 2018: “ Should the voting age be lowered to twelve?” A packed house saw a lively debate, chaired by Ace Parmer (Buck Prep Party) in which the lowering of the national voting age was put forward. En route to the debate, the Buck Prep Party boys enjoyed guided visits
- [The London Fire Brigade visits Buckingham Prep](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/20/the-london-fire-brigade-visits-buckingham-prep/) - The children in lower school were very excited to hear the local fire brigade were coming to visit Buckingham Prep. In keeping with Pre-School's 'People who help us' and Year 2's 'Great Fire of London' topic, the fire brigade gave a talk about fire safety. After hopping into their fire engine and speeding off to
- [Books Galore!](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/05/20/books-galore/) - The school was delighted to host another Travelling Books fair one sunny afternoon in May. Each class had the opportunity to visit the fair and the children thoroughly enjoyed picking out books to buy and take home. Some children were lucky enough to take advantage of a summer offer and bag themselves 3 books for
- [A Royal Lunch](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/06/07/a-royal-lunch/) - It would seem that on Friday 18th May Buckingham Palace was not the only venue where the Queen and Meghan Markle could be found as they were also spotted welcoming children to Buck Prep School. On closer inspection however, was it possible that it was Mrs Hollis and Mr Evans getting ready to spend the
- [The Maths Quiz Championship](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/06/26/the-maths-quiz-championship/) - Our school took part in the semi finals of The Maths Quiz Club championship on Friday 22nd June. Our team members were Sushant, Sanjhay, Aditya and Yakub. We were against three teams from other schools (Avon House, St. Hilda's and The Hall). It was a challenging experience, with 35 multiple choice questions. The quiz was
- [Year 5 and the Giant Squid](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/10/02/year-5-and-the-giant-squid/) - We started our journey on the morning of Friday 28th September 2018. We walked to Rayners Lane Station and had to take an alternate route to the Natural History Museum as a result of the Piccadilly Line strike! When we arrived, we were greeted by the personnel for the Children’s Education Centre. Our first session
- [Wellbeing at the forefront of Buckingham minds](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/10/07/wellbeing-at-the-forefront-of-buckingham-minds/) - As our boys approach their final years of schooling with us and important school exams, we should all be aware of the stresses they are under. It is also important for the boys to be aware of this and to be equipped with methods of coping with anxiety and stress. As a school we believe
- [Year 3 travel back in time at the London Transport Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/10/07/year-3-travel-back-in-time-at-the-london-transport-museum/) - On the morning of October 4th 2018, Year 3 embarked on a journey to the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden. We took the tube to Kings Cross and then switched over onto the Piccadilly Line. Three stops later we arrived in Covent Garden. We had a chance to settle in first and have a
- [Express train to Pizza Express](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/12/06/express-train-to-pizza-express/) - Wednesday morning started out a little differently for Reception as we prepared for our trip to Pizza Express. The boys climbed into the minibus and Mr Carlisle dropped us off in Harrow so that we could get started in preparing our tasty pizzas for lunch time. Once we got to Pizza Express we learnt about
- [Where do artists work?](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/12/06/where-do-artists-work/) - This term, Year 1 were lucky enough to venture into our school community on a glorious sunny day. A walk that did not last more than fifteen minutes took them to a very unique place – an artist’s studio. In case you are not familiar with the term, an artist’s studio is, as Dhilan said,
- [Year 5 explore York city](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/12/06/year-5-explore-york-city/) - On the 15th of October, the Year 5 boys trekked north for their residential in York. Over the four jam-packed days, they experienced new places and their taste-buds were overindulged. The journey began on a coach bound for Stevenage Station. After devouring their lunch on the train, the boys lugged their belongings to the Wheatlands Lodge,
- [The Year 3 Tate Project](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/12/06/the-year-3-tate-project/) - ‘The Tate Year 3 Project sees Turner Prize and Oscar-winning artist Steve McQueen create one of the world’s most ambitious contemporary art projects.’ We are pleased to know that our current Year 3 boys will have their picture displayed at Tate Britain as part of Steve McQueen’s ambitious project. We look forward to organising a
- [Year 4 investigate Tower Bridge](https://www.buckprep.org/2018/12/06/year-4-investigate-tower-bridge/) - All our Design and Technology projects start with a thorough investigation of products and materials. The investigation marks the beginning of a complex thought process and great design thinking. It is a very important stage, one that defines the boys’ final outcomes. This term, Year 4 began their research with a range of design challenges
- [Changes in Film and Cinema](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/22/changes-in-film-and-cinema/) - This term at Buckingham Preparatory School our teachers have been delivering assemblies on the theme of change! Today Mr Doyle spoke to the boys about the changes in film and cinema, starting with silent movies and moving on to the addition of colour. We fast forwarded to the modern day where we looked at the amazing things which
- [Pond dipping in the sunshine](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/pond-dipping-in-the-sunshine/) - The boys in Year 4 went to The London Wetland Centre. They had a wonderful time learning about the different living creatures in and around a pond habitat. This follows on from their Science work of living things and habitats. They dipped nets into the pond and examined using a microscope what they had discovered.
- [Seven words that say it all](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/seven-words-that-say-it-all/) - Anyone who has spent time with us will know the ethos of our school. However, the question on our lips was how that ethos could be defined in a single sentence. So, in true Buckingham Prep spirit, we set about that task. Our first mission was to seek from all those involved, suggestions and thoughts
- [Art meets French at the Royal Academy](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/art-meets-french-at-the-royal-academy/) - French is the language of Impressionism by definition. We all know by now that French artists dominated the international avant-garde scene in the late 19th century. What we should also know is what Paris meant for both French and international artists. The urban renovations, newly constructed railway stations and the wide boulevards changed the atmosphere
- [Reception visits Squire Garden Centre](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/reception-visits-squire-garden-centre/) - Squires Garden Centre in Clamp Hill, Stanmore, warmly welcomed our request for an educational visit. Spring is an ideal time to explore nature, when growth is most evident. During the visit equipment was provided for the boys to plant a sunflower which was then brought back to school to be included in mathematical measuring activities.
- [](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/7807/) - Governors Mrs Lynn Grimes – Chair and Safeguarding Governor Mr Andrew Olins Mr Robert Brock Mr John Corcut Mrs Loraine Cavanagh Financial Director and Bursar to the school Quinton Poulton Sarah Hollis Headteacher Trish Fry
- [Exam Info (11+)](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/exam-info-11/)
- [Year 5 at Hampton Court](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/28/year-5-at-hampton-court/) - Henry VIII was one of the most influential monarchs in British history and the Year 5 boys have thoroughly enjoyed learning about him this term. Therefore they were thrilled to have the privilege of visiting his residence – Hampton Court Palace. What could be a better place for learning about such a significant historical character?
- [Year 5 visit the London Central Mosque](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/25/year-5-visit-the-london-central-mosque/) - On the 23rd of January, Year 5 were fortunate enough to extend their learning outside of the classroom as they visited the London Central Mosque. Their focus has been on the five pillars of Islam, with Ms Bourne in RE. The boys were confident in applying their prior learning and they asked brilliant questions. Do you know
- [BOOM!](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/01/31/boom/) - In Year 3 this term, we are studying the ‘Extreme Earth’. We have learnt that the Earth’s crust is not solid, but made of plate margins that are moving all the time. At some of these margins, volcanoes occur as is the case with the Ring of Fire in the Pacific Ocean. Volcanoes occur when pressure builds
- [School will be closed today](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/01/school-will-be-closed-today/) - Due to overnight snowfall and continuing freezing conditions school will be closed today for the safety of all our children, parents and staff. Have a lovely weekend.
- [Science Week and Centre of the Cell](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/06/science-week-and-centre-of-the-cell/) - On Monday we kicked off our Science Week with a visit from the ‘Centre of the Cell’. The program is based on the human body and every workshop brought a different, fun and interactive session dealing with an aspect of the body. Reception – Year 2 had a session entitled ‘A Mummy for Melissa.’ A
- [Haberdashers Teachers and Guest Talk](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/06/haberdashers-teachers-and-guest-talk/) - On Tuesday afternoon we had another visit from Dr Hobbs, who conducted an amazing lesson about gases and states of matter. There was fire, foam, and much more! Mr Rash Patel gave a talk to KS 1 about bees. In a world where there is growing concern about climate change, bees are one of our
- [Year 6 go Mancala mad!](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/08/year-6-go-mancala-mad/) - Mancala is a game that has been played around the world for over a thousand years. It is easy to learn to play, but wonderfully challenging! It’s a game that fosters critical and strategic thinking. Year 6 were introduced to the game during their Maths lessons this week. They played the game using a basic
- [Young Writers Competition](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/08/young-writers-competition/) - Last term, Year 5 completed a Young Writers competition. The competition involved writing a scary story in 100 words or less. The boys were introduced to mini-sagas and each wrote their own 'Spooky Saga'. This year, Young Writers received more than 22,000 entries - that is a lot of spooky stories to choose from! 16 entries were sent away from
- [Years 1 and 2 visit the RAF museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/08/years-1-and-2-visit-the-raf-museum/) - Years 1 and 2 travelled to Hendon RAF museum on Thursday 7th February as part of their Science Week activities. The boys listened to a very informative talk which detailed the development of flight from the Wright brothers onwards. They learnt that aeroplanes became faster as they developed, starting at only 30mph in the early
- [People Who Help Us](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/13/people-who-help-us/) - In Pre-School the children have been learning about 'People Who Help Us.' In keeping with this topic the children in lower school had a visit from the local firefighters. They taught them about fire safety and what number to call in an emergency. The children got to see all the different equipment a fire fighter
- [Superhero delivers drama workshops at BPS](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/14/superhero-delivers-drama-workshops-at-bps/) - On Wednesday 13th February the infants were visited by a special superhero visitor: Super Harriet and her sidekick Super Bear! Throughout the morning Pre-School, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 took part in some drama-filled superhero activities where they worked together to go on an adventure. The activities started with Super Harriet testing their superhero
- [School closure](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/25/school-closure/) - Due to a major electrical fault the school will have to be closed today as we have no fire systems. The children's safety is paramount. We will continue to keep you updated.
- [The school will open tomorrow](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/25/the-school-will-open-tomorrow/) - The school will be open tomorrow. We look forward to seeing you all in the morning.
- [Year 4 explore the Verulamium Museum in St Albans](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/28/year-4-explore-the-verulamium-museum-in-st-albans/) - This term Year 4 have been studying the Ancient Romans and their effect on Britain. On Tuesday Year 4 were lucky enough to visit the Verulamium Museum in St Albans. Our day consisted of us first walking around the Verulamium park (this used to be the Ancient town of Verulamium) and viewing the ruins of
- [Year 6 watch the John Lyon School Spring Term theatre production](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/02/28/year-6-watch-the-john-lyon-school-spring-term-theatre-production/) - On Wednesday 27th February, Year 6 visited John Lyon School to watch the dress rehearsal of the Lower School production of Emil and the Detectives. Emil and the Detectives is based on the classic novel written in 1928 by Erich Kastner, and tells the story of Emil Tischbein, a young boy from a small town who, on his way
- [#travelkind](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/04/travelkind/) - On Wednesday 27th February, a visitor from Transport for London (TfL) came to Year 6 to give us an interesting and valuable speech about how to use public transport and how to keep safe on it. Mr Alex Perry from the Safety and Citizenship team discussed a lot of important issues and tips with us.
- [Pancake race](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/07/pancake-race/) - The whole school enjoyed the annual Buckingham Prep House pancake race. First up in combined races were Reception and Pre-school, followed by Years 1 & 2. They were cheered on enthusiastically by the older boys. Flipping the pancake and catching it in the pan was an added twist to the races of Years 3 &
- [Year 1 and the Victorian wash day](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/07/year-1-and-the-victorian-wash-day/) - On Wednesday 6th March, Year 1 went on a trip to Headstone Manor Museum in Harrow. They participated in a workshop to learn about the Victorian wash day. The boys were able to handle many old and original artefacts and then use them to recreate the wash day experience. They scrubbed on washboards, grated the soap, used a
- [Primary Maths Challenge 2018-2019](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/14/primary-maths-challenge-2018-2019/) - The Year 5 and 6 boys took part in the national Primary Maths Challenge once again this year. The first round took place back in the autumn term. Those who scored 19 out of 25 or more were invited to take part in the bonus round on 6th February. Seven of our boys had reached
- [Year 4 discover the work of Pierre Bonnard at Tate Modern](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/14/year-4-discover-the-work-of-pierre-bonnard-at-tate-modern/) - Year 4 arrived at Tate Modern on a chilly morning in March. People were already queuing to enter the museum which only made us worry that we would once again have to make our way through a packed gallery. Little did we know… The morning brought us peaceful sketching and space to gather our thoughts
- [Red Nose Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/19/red-nose-day/) - Way back in January the School Council met and decided that the charity they wanted to support this term was Comic Relief and they set in motion their plans. For Red Nose Day the School Council organised a 'red clothes day' to fundraise for Comic Relief. Children were asked to come in wearing as much red
- [Quiz Championship](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/03/25/quiz-championship/) - On Wednesday 20th March Ms Bourne and Mrs Hollis set off to Merchant Taylors Prep with two teams to take part in the annual Quiz Championship, now a regular fixture in our calendar. Talking to the boys in the lead-up to the big day, it was clear to Ms Bourne that no area of general
- [Space and Astronomy](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/04/26/space-and-astronomy/) - Year 5’s trip to the Science Museum was fitting for the momentous end to a comprehensive study of the topic 'Space and Astronomy'. The trip focused on space and all the topics that we had studied so far. The plan was to see the space exhibit, and watch a 3D IMAX film about the Hubble
- [What will Harrow look like in the future?](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/05/01/what-will-harrow-look-like-in-the-future/) - On Wednesday 1st May, Mrs Stoneman and Mrs Hollis took Year 3 on a Geography trip to Headstone Manor in Harrow. We learnt about how the geography of Harrow has changed over time, from farming and fields in a rural setting in Tudor times to factories, railways and homes in modern times. We looked at aerial views
- [Visual artist Jessica Mason on making and the culture of materials](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/05/07/visual-artist-jessica-mason-on-making-and-the-culture-of-materials/) - The summer term began with great aplomb for Years 1, 4 and 5. Miss Raduca invited visual artist Jessica Mason to spend a day in the art room making and talking all things ceramics. Jessica Mason is a contemporary British artist who has developed an art practice that sits at the border between ceramics and
- [National Maths Quiz Championships](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/05/13/national-maths-quiz-championships/) - On Friday the 10th May, we were raring to go to the National Maths Quiz, hosted by Merchant Taylors Prep. Adrenalin rushed through our veins as we walked into the hall where the quiz was going to take place. There were six schools competing, with 11 teams in total. Team 1 for Buckingham Prep was
- [Houses of Parliament](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/05/14/houses-of-parliament/) - On Wednesday 8th May, an excited Year 6 took the busy tube to the Houses of Parliament. When we arrived, we were greeted by a welcoming tour guide who showed us around the grand building. At first, it looked small but as we walked around we realised it was like a colossal maze. We went
- [Year 6 visit Bentley Priory](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/05/22/year-6-visit-bentley-priory/) - As part of their History curriculum for this term Year 6 have been studying WW2. On Monday 13th May 2019, the class visited Bentley Priory Museum, previously RAF Headquarters Fighter Command, a site of national historical importance and from where the Battle of Britain was won. During the visit, the use of films, guided talks,
- [Year 6 spend a week in Wales](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/06/07/year-6-spend-a-week-in-wales/) - On the 20th May, Year 6 headed off to North Wales for a whole week of watersports activities on the Menai Strait. They travelled by train to Bangor and arrived Monday lunchtime to Plas Menai Watersports Centre which is situated on the shores of the Menai Strait. The week involved many different activities including stand-up paddleboarding,
- [Year 4 and the idyllic setting of Hudnall Park](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/06/10/year-4-and-the-idyllic-setting-of-hudnall-park/) - For the third year in a row, Year 4 travelled through the Hertfordshire countryside to the idyllic setting of Hudnall Park for three days and two nights of outdoor learning and daring challenges. Having loaded one minibus with enough luggage to sink the Titanic, Mrs Rastrick, Ms Bourne and 14 adventurous boys set off in
- [Eid Breakfast](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/06/10/eid-breakfast/) - What makes BPS such a special place is the way in which the children show not only respect and tolerance for each other’s cultural traditions and faith practices but also a genuine desire to learn about them. Teaching RE to KS2 classes in this school is a genuine privilege as the classroom offers the perfect
- [Year 5 Maths Challenge](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/06/12/year-5-maths-challenge/) - On 11th June 2019, four Year 5 boys (Aviral, Pranav, Sastha and Aarav) went to Reddiford Prep School to take part in a Mathematical Challenge. First, we were split up into pairs. I was with Aarav, and Pranav was with Sastha. There were 2 other schools there, Reddiford and Alpha Prep. There were 4 starter
- [Year 5 meet journalist Jessica Donati](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/06/27/year-5-meet-journalist-jessica-donati/) - Year 5 received an insight into the world of war-reporting and political journalism when Jessica Donati, the Wall Street Journal analyst for the US State Department and Foreign Affairs, visited the school. Jessica, currently based in Washington DC, originally joined the paper as chief of their bureau in Afghanistan in 2015 where, for three years,
- [Diary entry](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/06/28/diary-entry/) - Dear Diary, We started off our camping journey by piling on to the mini-bus and driving all the way to Edge Grove School. They were hosting our camping experience. What a nice thing to do! Craig, our camp instructor was there to greet us. He was very warm and welcoming. The first thing we did
- [Who Will Lead BPS in 2019-2020?](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/07/04/who-will-lead-bps-in-2019-2020/) - It has been a busy and challenging term for Year 5. The boys have been studying hard in preparation for the 11+ and they have had to start thinking about which roles and responsibilities best suit their strengths. They have taken part in a lengthy and professional application process in order to try and secure
- [Celebrating LAMDA Success](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/09/19/celebrating-lamda-success/) - A huge congratulations to the boys on their truly incredible LAMDA results from the summer exams. The boys absolutely outdid themselves. Altogether they achieved 1 Pass, 7 Merits, and 49 Distinctions. A special well done to all the boys who took an exam for the first time. We have a busy year ahead, and the boys
- [Year 3 visit the London Transport Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/10/15/year-3-visit-the-london-transport-museum/) - Year 3's trip to the London Transport Museum was a resounding success. They learnt about the history of the tube system, as well as what it took to build a system so complicated in the year 1863! The class set out from Rayners Lane station in the morning and arrived at the museum in Covent
- [Year 5’s Big Break](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/10/21/year-5s-big-break/) - October was a long time coming for the boys in Year 5. They had been waiting for it with anticipation as it was now time for their three night residential trip in the city of York. Miss Fry and Miss Raduca had the pleasure of their company for the week and reported back to school
- [The Windrush story and its importance](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/10/21/the-windrush-story-and-its-importance/) - On Monday 14 October we were treated to an immersive assembly experience when Bigfoot Arts visited BPS to help us learn more about the Windrush, the ship that brought more than 500 pioneering Caribbean migrants to Britain in June, 1948. During the assembly, we met Grace as she waved goodbye to Jamaica to start a
- [What happens in Autumn?](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/11/07/what-happens-in-autumn/) - On Wednesday 6th November, Year 1 went on a nature walk to Yeading Walk on Rayners Lane. The walk was inspired by our current Literacy topic about 'Sam's Nature Diary'. We have read about different animals and plants in different habitats by seeing what Sam wrote in his diary. Our walk will be used to inspire
- [What do you know about sharks?](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/11/08/what-do-you-know-about-sharks/) - Today Year 3 and 4 had a special lesson about 'sharks’ from a visitor from Haberdasher’s school. The boys were involved in an interactive session that dealt with general facts about sharks as well as myths surrounding sharks. Did you know that sharks can detect electromagnetic pulses in prey in order to hunt, catch and
- [Perspective Workshops with Pat Capel](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/11/08/perspective-workshops-with-pat-capel/) - 'I’ll huff and I’ll puff and I’ll blow up my balloon!' A special visitor came to deliver workshops to Year 5 and 6 this term. His name is Pat and he was talking to the children about perspective and how to use it to their advantage in stressful situations. They will now have some tools
- [Diwali celebrations](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/11/13/diwali-celebrations/) - Our belated Diwali celebrations brought a joyous end to our first week back after the half-term break. Boys (and Pre-School girls of course!) looked very festive in their own clothes regardless of whether they wore traditional Indian clothes or not. Each classroom was a riot of colour! Lunch was followed by everyone being offered jalebi
- [Reddiford Challenge Cup](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/11/20/reddiford-challenge-cup/) - Buckingham Prep have been competing in this tournament for 20 years now, after its inception in 2000. It is a round-robin tournament where each team plays every other team. In the past we have won the tournament on 4 previous occasions, the last one being in 2010. Due to the mixed results so far this
- [Brilliant results at this year's Primary Maths Challenge](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/11/22/brilliant-results-at-this-years-primary-maths-challenge/) - November once again saw the Year 5 and 6 boys taking part in the annual national Primary Maths Challenge. The boys did exceptionally well, with 11 boys achieving a bronze award, 7 achieving a silver award and 4 boys claiming a gold award. The Challenge consisted of 25 questions, each getting more difficult than the
- [Moving to Mars](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/12/06/moving-to-mars/) - Are you a pioneer, all-packed and ready to go to Mars? Should we be fixing Earth instead? Or should we use this opportunity to explore everything design can do? Year 5 tried to find answers to these questions during their exploration of all things Mars at the Design Museum. After having stepped into a full-scale
- [Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 visit the Iver Environment Centre](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/12/06/reception-year-1-and-year-2-visit-the-iver-environment-centre/) - Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 wrapped up warm and set off for a day of outdoor learning! We all boarded the coach and started the journey to Iver Environment Centre. When we reached Iver Environment Centre we were met by Emily who guided the boys in a series of nature-based learning. Firstly we were
- [NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGES IN SCHOOL POLICY](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/12/12/notice-of-proposed-changes-in-school-policy/) - Due to the overwhelming victory for the Collaborative Society Party in yesterday’s Buckingham Prep elections, we are now consulting with the Party on the new proposals and their implementation. Votes were cast throughout the day by the whole school community. It was such a close tie that a recount had to take place three
- [The Magical Christmas Journey](https://www.buckprep.org/2019/12/12/the-magical-christmas-journey/) - The Infants kicked off the first of our Christmas celebrations this week with their production of 'The Magical Christmas Journey'. Over the past few weeks rehearsals were in full swing and on Wednesday 4th December all of the children’s hard work and preparation paid off with a fantastic show. 'The Magical Christmas Journey' followed the story
- [Mr Neil Enright talks all things QE Boys'](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/01/22/mr-neil-enright-talks-all-things-qe-boys/) - On Tuesday 22nd January 2020, Mr Neil Enright, Headmaster at QE Boys’ School, visited us here at Buck Prep. For those of you who do not know, QE Boys’ is probably the top state school in the country, is academically selective and is a popular aim for a number of our pupils. The academic level
- [Young Voices 2020](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/05/young-voices-2020/) - The highlight for our school choir took place this year on February 5th, when 29 of our boys took up the invitation to take part in Young voices 2020. This world leading event took place at the O2 Centre on the bank of the River Thames. Our boys were just a fraction of the 8,329
- [How did Year 1 spend Children's Mental Health Week?](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/07/how-did-year-1-spend-childrens-mental-health-week/) - This week has been Children’s Mental Health Week. Year 1 have been getting involved in a range of activities to talk about the well-being of their minds and discussing their emotions. On Tuesday, we had a mindfulness workshop. We did some Tai-chi and listening activities. Then we discussed how feelings could be related to colours and made a rainbow
- [Children’s Mental Health Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/11/childrens-mental-health-week/) - Children’s Mental Health Week ran this year from Monday 3rd February to Friday 7th February and we honoured this occasion in school, across the year groups in order to gain a better understanding as to what ‘Mental Health’ actually means in children. Mrs Doyle kicked off the week by hosting an assembly to introduce the
- [Year 3 meet the Egyptians at The British Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/14/year-3-meet-the-egyptians-at-the-british-museum/) - On Monday 3rd February 2020, Year 3 enjoyed a day out at the British Museum. The class set off early from school in order to get there in time for a workshop that revolved around the process of mummification. It was simply brilliant to see how technology and current MRI machines have allowed archaeologists and
- [Science Week 2020](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/27/science-week-2020/) - Science Week 2020 has been a tremendous success. The boys have really enjoyed exploring the subjects of Engineering and Architectural Sciences. The week really got into gear once Science Week projects started coming into the school. The infant’s display of bridge diagrams was an excellent addition to the suspense. Wednesday kicked off with architectural workshops
- [What has been imagined at The Institute of Imagination?](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/27/what-has-been-imagined-at-the-institute-of-imagination/) - During Science Week, the art room was transformed into The Institute of Imagination – a space that encourages experimentation, collaboration and innovation. The week encouraged a cross-disciplinary approach to learning with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. All the boys from Reception to Year 6 have had to apply for a job
- [Pre-School meet Poppy](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/02/27/pre-school-meet-poppy/) - The children have been learning about 'People Who Help Us' this term in Pre-School and have thoroughly enjoyed playing in our vets role-play corner and learning about the role of a vet. Medivet in South Harrow very kindly came to visit Pre-School and Reception, giving a talk about their role and how they help animals
- [Year 6 look at Buddhist manuscripts at The British Library](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/03/03/year-6-look-at-buddhist-manuscripts-at-the-british-library/) - Year 6 were treated to a personalised tour of some of the most beautiful Buddhist manuscripts, printed texts, exquisite images and artefacts in the world at the British Library’s recent Buddhist exhibition. Buddhism was formed more than six centuries before Christ before spreading across Asia, taking with it not only Buddhist teachings, scriptures and principles
- [Speech and Drama Report](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/03/03/speech-and-drama-report/) - It's been a very exciting and productive Spring Term at Speech and Drama! The Buck Prep boys have been excelling themselves. We had a packed exam week in January for the Year 3-6 boys, who completed an array of exams and we saw wonderful speeches, fascinating presentations, readings and recitals - and some wonderful acting
- [Year 2 make paper at Frogmore Paper Mill](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/03/03/year-2-make-paper-at-frogmore-paper-mill/) - On Monday 2nd March 2020 Year 2 ventured out to Hemel Hempstead to visit Frogmore Paper Mill in Apsley. They arrived safely and were eager to get going and find out what they would be doing. They then met Sue who introduced them to the Mill and explained a bit about the history of the
- [MATHS QUIZ](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/03/10/maths-quiz/) - The Buckingham Prep Maths Quiz teams were in a positive and enthusiastic mood as they set off for the first heat of the Maths quiz at Barham Primary School, Wembley. Three teams of four boys took part – a team from Year 6, Year 5 and Year 4. When we arrived at Barham, it became
- [We are resilient!](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/04/09/we-are-resilient/) - The recent Government directive to shut our school has caused more than a little disruption and has presented us with new challenges in how to educate, but we are acutely aware of the reason for the shutdown and are fully behind the directive. We have moved our learning environment from the school’s classrooms to our
- [Pre-School and their first week on Google Classroom](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/04/25/pre-school-and-their-first-week-on-google-classroom/) - This week in Pre-School the children have been learning about the story 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff'. In Literacy they have been using expression in their voices to pretend to be different characters and have been busy drawing and labelling the characters. In Maths they have been focusing on learning and understanding the concepts of
- [Year 1 are exploring the world](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/05/04/year-1-are-exploring-the-world/) - Year 1 have settled into learning on the Google Classroom with great enthusiasm. We started our week celebrating one boy's sixth birthday, and several boys made green hearts for their windows and did paintings for his birthday on Wednesday. Our form room has been very busy! Lots of boys have made videos or taken photos
- [Reception and their family trees](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/05/07/reception-and-their-family-trees/) - Reception have embraced their online learning this week and have been finding about the Royal Family. They have discussed their own families and created family trees based on these. Mr Doyle showed the boys a range of different portraits of the Queen which used a range of different materials. The boys were challenged with creating
- [Symmetry in Nature, Art and Architecture](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/05/08/symmetry-in-nature-art-and-architecture/) - Reception have been exploring the notion of symmetry since the beginning of the summer term. Their Art project is helping them discover how artists, designers and architects make use of symmetry in their work. Miss Raduca has been pleasantly surprised with the boys’ eagerness to experiment and with their ability to make good use of
- [Year 3 in disguise](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/05/15/year-3-in-disguise/) - Year 3 have been reading ‘Ottoline and the Yellow Cat’ as part of their English learning this term. The main character of this book is a girl called Ottoline who lives with her hairy companion Mr Munroe on the 24th floor of the Pepperpot Building. As the boys read through the book, they learnt that Ottoline is good
- [Two halves make a whole](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/06/04/two-halves-make-a-whole/) - Here we go ….. the beginning of “normal”. We are delighted to be back, at least in part, to school this week. Our Pre-School, Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 are all back in class and back in action. We have, of course, strictly followed the government guidelines on safety but as our pupil class
- [Year 2 reimagine play](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/06/10/year-2-reimagine-play/) - This term in Geography Year 2 have been focusing on everything to do with maps! They’ve looked at local maps, bird’s eye view, fantasy maps and map keys, finishing last half term by creating their very own park designs. During this task the boys were challenged with not only designing their park but developing a
- [Year 5 dive into Geography](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/06/19/year-5-dive-into-geography/) - This half term Year 5’s Geography unit was called ‘Water of the World’. They all became water detectives and sorted the fact from the fiction for all things water. Some of the boys even referenced websites and texts in order to show where they got their information from. A very mature skill! One of their
- [Expressive Arts Week goes digital](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/07/02/expressive-arts-week-goes-digital/) - Life in lock down has affected our lives in so many ways and the advent of ‘Expressive Arts Week goes Digital’ was one of them. Under our theme of ‘Africa’, children from Pre-School to Year 6 have been encouraged to enter at least one of the eight categories that were available. We waited with bated
- [Outstanding 11+ offers for our Year 6 boys](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/07/03/outstanding-11-offers-for-our-year-6-boys/) - Year 6 have yet again done exceptionally well with the 11+ and entrance exams and have received their formal offers. Out of a year group of 17 boys: · 10 of our boys were offered places at Merchant Taylors School. Two of our boys scored the 1st and 2nd places respectively out of the entirety
- [In how many ways can you represent the number 100?](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/09/28/in-how-many-ways-can-you-represent-the-number-100/) - Year 3 have been working on place value and looking at how many ways 100 could be made using a variety of resources and all four operations. We noticed that we could use partitioning and number bonds to help make 100. Later, the boys learned how to challenge themselves by looking at how to find
- [Year 1 explore the five senses](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/09/28/year-1-explore-the-five-senses/) - Year One have been busy learning about animals including humans in Science. The unit started with the boys learning about parts of the human body and this will continue before they move on to classifying animals and begin to develop an understanding of the different diets that animals eat. Last week, the boys eagerly immersed
- [European Day of Languages](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/10/02/european-day-of-languages/) - On Wednesday 26th September, we celebrated European Day of Languages. Everyone came dressed in the colours of the flags of different European countries. Pre-school and Reception wore bleu, blance et rouge for France. Year 1 wore verde, bianco e rosso for Italy. Year 2 wore Schwarz, gelb und orange for Germany. Some boys were very
- [Yom Kippur Assembly](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/10/02/yom-kippur-assembly/) - Yom Kippur, Judaism's most solemn festival, took place from Sunday evening to Monday evening this week and lasted 25 hours. Translated as Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur follows ten days after Rosh Hoshanah, the Jewish New Year. The day is focused upon prayer and reflection and is a time when Jews atone to G-d and
- [Say #helloyellow for mental health awareness](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/10/09/say-helloyellow-for-mental-health-awareness/) - This year has been a bit of a tricky one for everyone, especially for a lot of young people. With schools, parks and many other of our usual places closed, our homes have been the only place that we've seen for the majority of 2020. Of course our Mental Health is going to have taken
- [Year 3 learn about farming at Headstone Manor Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/10/14/year-3-learn-about-farming-at-headstone-manor-museum/) - Year 3 had a wonderful time on their trip last Thursday to Headstone Manor. Even though it began as a rather wet morning, it did not dampen our excitement! After a very warm welcome from the curators, we began to explore the museum and surrounding area using the trail to help us to discover what
- [Where do we live?](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/10/19/where-do-we-live/) - Pre-School have been really busy learning about themselves and their homes. They have developed their language skills by talking to each other about the different parts of their houses. They explored different materials needed to build a house and used words like ‘strong’ and ‘hard’ to describe them. The children are developing their fine motor
- [Reception visit Headstone Manor Museum](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/11/14/reception-visit-headstone-manor-museum/) - Reception class went to Headstone Manor to learn how Harrow has changed over hundreds of years. Laura told us the story through the eyes of a time-travelling owl who lived in the Tithe Barn at Headstone Manor and saw the changes taking place as he flew high in the sky. The boys had the opportunity
- [What inspires a data journalist?](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/11/14/what-inspires-a-data-journalist/) - Year 3 have been learning about the features of a newspaper and are planning to write a newspaper report in English. On Wednesday, Year 3 were fortunate enough to take part in a journalism workshop led by Niamh McIntyre (news journalist from The Guardian). Niamh told us it was a very exciting morning for journalists
- [Animals on the Move](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/11/20/animals-on-the-move/) - During the first half term Year 5 were reading an eBook called Animals on the Move in their English lessons. The book is an information text about some of the most impressive animal migrations that take place on our planet. The class enjoyed learning about wildebeest, humpback whales, salmon and monarch butterflies. Towards the end
- [Creative Writing Week](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/11/26/creative-writing-week/) - On a cold dark November morning Mrs Hollis arrived at the school to find something most unexpected in the corner of the playground. A nest of mysterious eggs had appeared over the course of the weekend! Where had they come from? Were they safe to touch? What creature or beast had trespassed on the school’s
- [Capturing Autumnal Beauty](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/11/26/capturing-autumnal-beauty/) - We're going on an autumn hunt, we're going to take pictures, what a beautiful day! We're not cold! The boys applied their Art and Photography skills to capture autumnal beauty. They focused on taking stills of lovely competitions that illustrate the array of colours, textures and forms found in nature. These photographs were then used
- [Egyptian Day](https://www.buckprep.org/2020/12/03/egyptian-day/) - On Thursday, Year 3 were immersed into the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Pharaohs, soldiers, mummies, craftsmen and slaves entered the classroom that day and they looked spectacular in their costumes. Some of the children had made a huge effort in creating their own costumes and accessories – well done! They started their day by learning
## Pages
- [Welcome to Buckingham Preparatory School](https://www.buckprep.org/) - Welcome to the Buckingham Preparatory school website. I hope it will give you a sense of the ethos and culture of our school, its enthusiasm, its warmth and its many achievements.
- [Welcome to Buckingham Preparatory School](https://www.buckprep.org/) - Welcome to the Buckingham Preparatory school website. I hope it will give you a sense of the ethos and culture of our school, its enthusiasm, its warmth and its many achievements.
- [Lunches](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/lunches/) - At Buckingham Preparatory School we are fortunate to have our own kitchen on site. Pupils are provided with freshly prepared hot meals every day by Connect Catering.
- [Term Dates](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/term-dates/) - Term Dates at Buckingham Prep School.
- [Policies](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/policies/) - Staff at Buckingham Preparatory School attend weekly Curriculum Development Meetings where policies are continually under review.
- [Governors & Staff List](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/governors-staff-list/) - Buckingham Prep Governors & Staff List.
- [Fees](https://www.buckprep.org/admissions/fees-bursaries/) - Details of the School Fees Protection Scheme and Personal Accident Insurance are available from the School Secretary.
- [Scholarships and Bursaries](https://www.buckprep.org/admissions/scholarships-and-bursaries/) - Accessing excellent education for your child isn't always easy and we understand that at times parents may need to seek finanicial support. As part of the E Ivor Hughes Foundation support can be available in the following ways. Reception to Year 2 Entry Financial assistance is available in the ways of means tested bursaries. After
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- [School Trips](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/school-trips/) - Day trips are an integral part of the Buckingham Preparatory School year and are included not only to be fun but to bring to life to relevant parts of the school curriculum.
- [Leavers Destinations](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/leavers-destinations/) - Leavers Destinations and Exam Results at Buckingham Prep School.
- [Examination Prep](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/examination-prep/) - We prepare our boys for the entrance exams and 11+ exams in many of the leading selective Senior Schools.
- [Clubs & Activities](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/clubs-activities/) - The most important reason for going to school is to learn. However, we know that there is more to school than just lessons, and we provide an extensive range of clubs and activities for the children to try.
- [Before & After School Club](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/early-birds-after-school-club/) - At Buckingham Preparatory School we are here to care for your children from 7.30am until 6.00pm.
- [Prep](https://www.buckprep.org/prep/) - At Buckingham Preparatory School boys move into Prep, the junior part of the school, at the end of Year 2 until they reach Year 6.
- [Pre-School](https://www.buckprep.org/pre-school/) - In the Early Years at Buckingham Preparatory School we aim to ensure that the beginning of a child’s education is a happy and fulfilling experience.
- [Admissions](https://www.buckprep.org/admissions/) - Entry to Buckingham Preparatory School is selective, and our assessment process is designed to identify inquisitive, enthusiastic learners who will thrive in our educational environment.
- [Welcome from the Head](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/welcome-from-the-head/) - Welcome to the Buckingham Preparatory School website. I hope it will give you a sense of the ethos and culture of our school.
- [School History](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/school-history/) - Buckingham Preparatory School is part of the E. Ivor Hughes Foundation. EIHF is a charitable trust run by a Board of Governors.
- [Aims & Ethos](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/aims-ethos/) - Our school is a highly academic, achieving school. We educate our boys to the standard required for placements in all of the prestigious local independent and state senior and grammar schools.
- [About Us](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/) - Buckingham Preparatory School is a selective, independent school for boys aged 3 – 11 years. Our school is a highly academic, achieving school.
- [Inspection Reports](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/inspection-reports/) - Buckingham Prep Inspection Reports.
- [Terms & Conditions](https://www.buckprep.org/terms-conditions/) - Terms & Conditions can be found here.
- [Pre-School Curriculum Outline](https://www.buckprep.org/pre-school/pre-school-curriculum-outline/) - The children develop their language skills in Pre-School through grown-ups modelling effective language.
- [Registration Form](https://www.buckprep.org/admissions/register-now/) - Register your child for Buckingham Prep School.
- [Contact Us](https://www.buckprep.org/contact-us/) - Contact Buckingham Prep School today.
- [Sports](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/sports/) - We play a large number of sports at Buckingham Prep School. We have internal Inter-House competitions and we also play against local schools in regular fixtures.
- [Music & Drama](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/school-trips/music-drama/) - Music is enjoyed by all at Buckingham Preparatory School and taught to all classes by a music specialist teacher on a weekly basis. We sing in assemblies and have an after school choir practice each week.
- [Prep School Curriculum Outline](https://www.buckprep.org/prep/prep-school-curriculum-outline/) - Prep School Curriculum Outline at Buckingham Prep School.
- [Book A Tour](https://www.buckprep.org/admissions/book-a-tour/) - Please fill in the contact form and our team will be in touch very soon to arrange your tour.
- [Vacancies](https://www.buckprep.org/about-us/vacancies/) - Vacancies at Buckingham Prep School.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.buckprep.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy
- [Cookie Policy](https://www.buckprep.org/cookie-policy/) - These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
- [European Day of Languages 2021](https://www.buckprep.org/european-day-of-languages-2021/) - On Wednesday we celebrated European Language Day. The whole school was flooded with colour as each class dressed in the colours of various European flags. Some of our bilingual students were able to share their home languages while others were able to learn new ones. Lessons were centred around understanding European culture and celebrating the
- [School Life](https://www.buckprep.org/school-life/) - School Life at Buckingham Prep School.
- [School Calendar](https://www.buckprep.org/school-calendar/) - School Calendar at Buckingham Prep School.
- [Curriculum](https://www.buckprep.org/curriculum/) - Curriculum at Buckingham Prep School.
- [Book a Visit](https://www.buckprep.org/book-a-visit/) - Book a Visit at Buckingham Prep School.
- [360 Virtual Tour](https://www.buckprep.org/admissions/360-virtual-tour/) - 360 Virtual Tour for Buckingham Prep School.
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## Staff
- [Dr Vinosh Jegatheesan](https://www.buckprep.org/staff/mr-vinosh-jegatheesan/)
- [Mr Andrew Olins](https://www.buckprep.org/staff/mr-andrew-olins/)
- [Mr Robert Brock](https://www.buckprep.org/staff/mr-robert-brock/)
- [Mr John Corcut](https://www.buckprep.org/staff/mr-john-corcut/)
- [Mrs Lynn Grimes](https://www.buckprep.org/staff/mrs-lynn-grimes/)
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