- House Cross Country
Times and dates of the races...... » More
- SUSSEX COUNTY CRICKET
After what sounds like a gruelling series of training sessions and trials, Henry Smethurst has once again forced his way in to the Sussex team, this time being a member of the U12 side! Henry, an accomplished bowler also capable of making good runs, had 8 weeks training with the north area before 3 trial sessions. Finally Henry had to take part in 8 indoor sessions with the Sussex squad before securing his place. Congratualtions to Henry! I look forward to next term beginning! ... » More
- MATCH REPORTS - WEEK 8
Hockey was played against Ardingly...... » More
- AWARD WINNERS
A large number of pupils were rewarded for their fabulous work in Spanish, History, Latin and English this week.... » More
- TASTER DAYS
Taster Days are all about giving children the chance to come and visit Tavistock and Summerhill School and to find out, first hand, what makes the School such a special place to be. ... » More
- LEAP FOR LEPRA
Energy was not in short supply, even on the last morning before half term, as the team from LEPRA came to take an early morning exercise class! ... » More
- NURSERY NEWS
The nursery have had a magical time over the past few weeks. We have been enjoying stories such as 'The rainbow fish', 'cinderella' and 'Goldilocks and the three bears'. The children had a lovely time acting out some of the stories using hand puppets. They have also created some fantastic craft work, our classrooms are looking very colourful! ... » More
- MATCH REPORTS - WEEK 6
Rugby and Netball was played against Cumnor House, Fonthill and Skippers Hill...... » More
- ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
This week's award winners for academic effort and achievement went to (back row, left to right) Christopher Palmer, Jamie Benson, George Fletcher, middle row - Luc Horwood, Sophie White and, front row, Harry Rienecker-Found, Jasmin King and Effie King. ... » More
- MATCH REPORTS - WEEK 5
Rugby and Netball...... » More
- ELECTRICITY
Alba Pasqual from EDF Energy visited us this week and gave entertaining and informative presentations to the upper school on the uses and dangers of electricity.... » More
- Week 7 Sport
Match Cancellations... » More
- OPEN MORNING TODAY
Our Spring Term Open Morning takes place on Monday February 8th. Do come along and see what makes Tavistock and Summerhill a special place!... » More
- Match Reports - Week 4
Rugby and Netball were played against Great Walstead...... » More
- WEEK 4 SPORT
Change of venues...... » More
- THANK YOU
It has been a terribly frustrating time with the weather keeping us out of school and I have been very grateful for your patience and understanding. I realize that it is vitally important to inform you at the earliest opportunity if the school cannot open and I shall endeavour to be in school as early as possible should their be further occasions when snow is forecast. If there is any doubt I would ask that you do not set off until I have confirmed that we will be operating as usual. Local conditions can vary and often, though road conditions may be conducive to driving, simply getting out of... » More
- HIGHLIGHTS
Though there is much to look forward to this term, I have taken a moment to highlight some of the more important dates:... » More
- SCHOLARSHIPS
Tavistock and Summerhill School will be holding Scholarship examinations for pupils in Years 2 & 6. Pupils entering for the Academic Award will be invited to the School on Saturday, 23rd January 2010 from 9:00 to 11:30. ... » More
- Distinction
Ben Harsant has achieved the highest pass available in his grade 3 Speech and Drama examination, passing with distinction. This is a terrific achievement. Congratulations, Ben! ... » More
- Friends' Christmas Fayre
The Friends' Christmas Fayre was a great success this year. It was well attended, lively and tremendous fun. There was plenty to do, see, eat, drink, play and buy.... » More
- Born in a Barn
Once again the children and staff of the Pre-Prep Department put on a wonderful show for their parents to enjoy. ... » More
- O2 'Young Voices' Trip
33 children, members of the Senior Choir, travelled up to the O2 Centre on Monday to join 8,097 other children to sing in the Young voices concert 2009. It was a fantastic experience!... » More
- Pre-Prep Stars of Week 12
It was not an easy task for the teachers in the Pre-Prep Department to select the Stars of this week. The fantastic Christmas show meant that every child was a star; however the following children were praised for their extra hard work and contributions to school life. The stars of week 12 were, from left to right, Keira Salvage for her lovely singing in the Christmas show, Thomas Douglas for always working calmly and conscientiously, William Blenkinsopp for his fantastic performance in the Christmas show and Isobel Dobbin for her lovely performance as Mary. Well done to all the stars. ... » More
- Match Reports - Week 12
Netball and rugby was played against Ardingly and Brambletye... » More
- THURSDAY MORNING UPDATE
With significant rain clearing the roads, the school will open today. Lessons will begin at 10:00 as stated yesterday. School will end at the normal time. There will be no after school clubs.... » More
- The Great Lindfield 1860s Treasure Hunt
Monday the 28th of December is the date of The Great Lindfield 1860s Treasure Hunt. This exciting event will start at 10:00 and end at 1:00. There are family tickets available from Mrs Sweeney in Reception for only £10! And there is a prize of £150 for the winner!!! The money raised will go towards helping to build a new scout hut for the 1st Lindfield Scouts! ... » More
- THURSDAY JAN 14th
At present we are expecting to open the school at 10:00 tomorrow but please DO NOT travel until this is confirmed. There is still snow around and the roads will be very icy.... » More
- House Football Results
Junior and Senior football... » More
- House Football
End of term football tournament... » More
- Shoe Box Appeal
Brian Barnes of the Haywards Heath Lions Club, pictured below with the Heads of School, visited us last Friday and thanked all the children from Reception to Year 8 for their wonderful generosity in putting together around 70 ?boxes? for the appeal. The boxes are sent out to Gomel which is in the far South East corner of Belarus. Many children there are still suffering from the effects of the Chernobyl disaster and all the help, support, gifts and essentials are very gratefully received. ... » More
- Best Class?
Naturally the 'best class' is something which has to be a subjective viewpoint, but when it is encapsulated in a framed picture, it somehow seems much harder to argue with....?... » More
- Musical Success
Tavistock and Summerhill once again hosted the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music examinations this week. Matthew Burgess, pictured, was an immediate success, passing his Singing Prep Test with flying colours. He had to sing two tunes, two songs and tackle some listening games, all of which were correct! Most of the children at the school study at least one musical instrument and we have many singers as well. More results will arrive soon and we are waiting excitedly to find out how well all the children have done! ... » More
- Nursery News
The Nursery children have had an exciting week. We have talked about food from other countries and even made and sampled some Italian food. This week the children have been bringing in musical instruments from home (our classrooms have been rather noisy)! Very kindly Montague Leigh from year 5 came to play his guitar. We were all very impressed. The nursery is also busy rehearsing for our nativity play Humph the Camel'. We have some very good singers in our groups. ... » More
- NSPCC Fund Raising Success
The whole school, staff and children had great fun supporting the NSPCC and Child Line and the incredible amount that was raised was........... » More
- Match Reports - Week 11
Football, netball and hockey matches were played against Duke of Kent, Windlesham, Skippers Hill, Mead and our Under 9's played in the Ardingly Hockey festival... » More
- Murder Mystery
Friday evening saw a large number of parents and staff gathering in the School gym for the Murder Mystery evening.... » More
- Tony Mitten Visit
The school was truly lucky to have the wonderful poet Tony Mitten visit on Tuesday of this week. The children were mesmerized by his performances of his work and joined in with great enthusiasm. Tony worked as a primary teacher to the age of 49 but then he began to spend 2 or 3 days a week working at his writing. He now writes full time and is very successful, having published over 80 titles for children. ... » More
- Match Reports - Week 8
Football and Netball was played against Copthorne and Brambletye... » More
- Christmas Card Collection!
Are you looking for that extra special Christmas card? Looking for something different? Then look no further. ... » More
- Instrumental Concerts
The final week before half term saw two wonderful evenings of musical entertainment. Pupils performed on a array of instruments in over three hours of excellence.... » More
- Match Reports - Week 10
Football and netball was played against Great Walstead and Cumnor House... » More
- World Music Day
World Music Workshops is now in its third year of delivering exciting and inspiring world music performances and workshops in schools across the South East of England. Led by Jim Bernardin, children from Tavistock and Summerhill enjoyed music from many of the world?s most exciting and exotic places. The children then took part in workshops, learning the rhythms of music from South America, Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, or Europe and the USA. ... » More
- Match Reports - Week 7
Football was played against St Christophers and Fonthill Lodge... » More
- Match Reports - Week 9
Football and netball was played against Skippers Hill, Cumnor and St Aubyns... » More
- PPD Week Seven Stars of the Week
Our stars of the week were rewarded for hard work and excellent effort, for settling in to the school beautifully and for always being positive in everything they did.... » More
- Geography Field Trip
The geography field trip on the 25th September 2009 was amazing!!! We went to the Seven Sisters Country Park near Eastbourne. We walked one and half miles through the park to the beach where we investigated the beach, the cliffs and the river mouth. We were trying to find out how natural processes, like erosion and how people were effecting the shape of this fascinating place. We changed Ollie's name to "Mountain Goat Moors" because he was springing about the beautiful chalk hills. Matthew Buck and Ollie Moors Year 8 ... » More
- Match Reports - Week 6
Football was played against Fonthill Lodge, netball against Great Walstead and Pop Lacrosse v Brambletye... » More
- Brighton and Hove Albion FC v Gillingham
Free tickets to the game between Brighton and Gillingham... » More
- Visit from Sussex Elite Football Coaches
Football training led by Dan Rice of Sussex Elite...... » More
- Match Reports - Week 5
This week the boys' opposition was Hurstpierpoint and the girls faced Great Walstead and Copthorne.... » More
- Brighton and Hove Albion FC Partnership
New football partnership with the seagulls...... » More
- Match Reports - Week 4
Our football matches this week were played against St Aubyns Prep School and our hockey against Ardingly.... » More
- Match Reports - Week 3
Football was played against Lancing Prep and netball against Fonthill Lodge and Skippers Hill.... » More
- Outward Bounds
Our Outward Bounds Activities programme took off again on Friday with pupils enjoying a session of bungee trampolining. Future activities will include the Low Ropes at Blacklands Farm, Kayaking, Raft Building and Canoeing at Ardingly Activity Centre.... » More
- Scholarships 2009
In a year where there has been so much to celebrate it is particularly fitting to recognize the achievement of children who have achieved scholarship awards. The class of 2009 have been richly rewarded for their efforts, for the talents that they have and for the way in which they have applied themselves throughout the year. From top to bottom: Daniel Brooks Aaron Jannoun Henry Smethurst Peter Cooke Charlotte White Jacob Beauchamp Jasmine Robinson Bertie Bravery. ... » More
- Nursery News
The Nursery ended their year with a wonderful morning of music provided by ?Kindermusik?, a proven group who provide quality music and movement education to children newborn to age 7. Their use of high quality teaching materials and instruments make them an outstanding provider of education and entertainment. Today?s session in the Walled Garden was another wonderful occasion for the young children. ... » More
- Summer Concert
Once again the children put on a wonderful performance in front of a packed audience in the Walled Garden. There was so much that was of such a high standard that it would be invidious to pick out any individual moment, so I shall let the pictures speak for themselves ... » More
- House Swimming
A hot, hot summer's day found everyone quite happy to be involved in this year's House Swimming Competition. ... » More
- Week 9 Sport
Matches this week were against Skippers Hill and Brambletye... » More
- Superb Summer Fayre
Last Saturday's Summer Fayre was a wonderful success with large numbers turning out to support the event and to enjoy everything that was on offer ... » More
- High Jump Star
Hugo Sharkey reached new heights in the Hurst athletics competition last Friday, beating his previous school record set at Sports Day only the previous weekend... » More
- Get Safe For Summer
Hilary Silverman and Mr Gregory have been preparing the children for swimming safely over the summer...... » More
- Week 8 Sport
Cricket v Skippers Hill and Lancing Prep. Rounders v Stoke Brunswick...... » More
- Sports Day Success
My thanks to all of you who came and supported this event. It was a wonderful morning of competition. Joint winners of the ever were Belvedere and Field. Special mention should also go to Hugo Sharkey who broke the school's U11 high jump record. Thanks also to Mrs Diack and Mr Gregory for their hours organizing the day! ... » More
- Lancing College Choral Day
The magnificent chapel at Lancing, the 3rd tallest in the country, once again provided a wonderful backdrop for our singers to display their talents. ?Tell our my soul?, the Magnificat and the anthem ?O thou the central orb? were among the pieces performed however, and perhaps unsurprisingly , it was the Lancing tuck-shop that appears to have been the most memorable part of the experience! My thanks to Mrs Janman for arranging the day. ... » More
- PPD Stars of Week 7
Our stars of the week, from top left to bottom right, were Amy Holness for learning how to subtract really big numbers, ... » More
- Horrible History
No, not what you might think! You may be aware of the 'Horrible History' series of books? ... » More
- Yr2 in Competition
On Thursday 4th June children in Year 2 from Tavistock and Summerhill and Fonthill Lodge schools came together for a fun athletics and swimming competition. We were lucky to have another glorious day of sunshine which was appreciated by all. ... » More
- Bignor Roman Villa
Yr3 enjoyed a wonderful trip to Bignor Roman Villa on the Friday before half term. Pupils were shown the hypocaust (central heating) system and the wonderful mosaics which, combined with our host?s inexhaustible knowledge, allowed everyone to get a feeling of what it was like to be a Roman. ... » More
- PPD stars of week 6
Our stars of the week, from top left to bottom right, were Ethan Barlow for his fantastic reading and imaginative stories, ... » More
- Fun at Borde Hill
Wind and rain proved no deterrent for the children of Tavistock and Summerhill in their quest for art. ... » More
- The Anaconda
This term's poetry and prose competitions saw some wonderful entries. The powerful imagery , the quality of the description and the imagination in all the writing was very impressive indeed. ... » More
- PPD Stars for week 4
Our stars of the week, from top left to bottom right, were Alex Simmons for working hard and reading well, ... » More
- Chess Club
Chess Club begins this Tuesday May 19th and will continue for the rest of the term. The club will run from 4:30 to 5:30 and will be open to pupils from PPD upwards. ... » More
- PPD Stars of Week 3
Our stars of the week, from top left to bottom right, were Harry Rienecker-Found for working hard to improve his joined up writing... » More
- Week 4 Sport
Bad weather resulted in this weeks matches being cancelled.... » More
- Team Photographs
Information for parents...... » More
- Week 3 Sport
Week three saw the boys take on Stoke Brunswick at Cricket while the girls continued their excellent start to the Rounders season with fixtures against Skippers Hill.... » More
- PPD Stars of Week Five
Our stars of the week, from top left to bottom right, were Effie King for making a valuable contribution to the class sculpture, ... » More
- PPD Stars of Week Two
Our stars of the week, from top left to bottom right, were Sebastian Monk for reading well and using expression in his reading, Mitchell van Kooten for contributing ... » More
- U8 Rounders Week 1
Tavistock entered this match with a player fewer than Handcross due to illness, however you wouldn't have known it in the first innings! ... » More
- PPD Stars for Week One
Tia Homer, Henrick Ainslie, Ethan Barlow, Toby Hinton, William Belnkinsop and Alex Widdowson (above) were all rewarded for their wonderful performance in week one this term. Excellent writing , a cheerful approach and enthusiastic effort were all recognized. Well done to all the children for getting back to work so quickly and so well! ... » More
- Colours
Children are awarded colours if they consistently perform at a high standard in both training and matches for the school, if they are hard working, perform fairly and play in a good spirit. ... » More
- French Trip: vendredi - à la ferme
In between our morning and afternoon activities were what were described as 'small jobs'. Friday's 'small job' was to go and feed the animals ... » More
- French Trip: vendredi - un jour de relaxation
Well quite naturally, after such a hectic week, it was important that Friday afternoon was a quiet, relaxing affair, allowing everyone a chance to recover their strength in preparation for the long journey home... » More
- French Trip: vendredi - aeroball
Aeroball, though an exciting and enegetic game in itself, is not one which is particularly camera friendly. Once participants clamber inside... » More
- French Trip: jeudi - Joyeux Anniversaire HUGO!
Thursday was a day to celebrate in the young life of group favourite Hugo Sharkey who found himself reaching the grand old age of 11. ... » More
- French Trip: Journée découverte à Bayeux.
Thursday was a prefect day for sitting on a bus and going in to museums and shops; it was pouring with rain. We started by visiting the Bayeux War Museum which detailed events leading to the D Day invastion... » More
- French Trip: jeudi - où est Madame King?
The eagle-eyed amongst you have noted the absence of pictures of Madame King in these reports. Clearly it is of no use to try to keep it a secret any longer... » More
- Junior House Rugby
On Wednesday we witnessed another great afternoon of rugby played by the year 3 and 4 houses...... » More
- French Trip: mercredi - parcours de santé
It did seem rather an odd way to start a challenge like an assault course with an entirely civilised briefing but this proved to be precisely what occurred. ... » More
- mercredi - une leçon française
And just in case you think that this trip is all just fun and games, let us take a look behind this door... ... » More
- French Trip - mercredi - tir à l'arc
Just for a change, heavy showers made an appearance early in the morning but these cleared quite quickly to leave us once again enjoying a lovely day and unbroken blue skies. ... » More
- mercredi - une brève mise à jour
It has once again been a very busy day. In this brief window of opportunity between afternoon activities ending and dinner I just wanted to reassure parents that all is well and that pupils are maintaining high standards of personal health and hygiene... » More
- Fabrication du pain, escalade, dégustation de cidre fait maison et escrime pour le moment!!!!!
Once again we have been blessed with a beautiful day with clear crisp skies in the morning turning into a warm and sunny afternoon. ... » More
- le voyage - une revue
The journey began at 11:27 and ended with an arrival some 11 hours later at the beautiful Chateau de la Baudonniere.... » More
- Premier jour en France - le matin
My apologies for not confirming our arrival last night. Despite our best efforts - essentially running round the site and waving our mobile phones around - there is no signal here whatsoever... » More
- Château de la Baudonnière - première activité
There was no difficulty in getting anyone up this morning! Everyone was keen to get out and about and to get involved. ... » More
- Senior House Rugby
Senior House Rugby... » More
- House Cross Country
House Cross Country... » More
- Pre-Prep Stars for Week Ten!
The Pre-Prep Department Stars of the week for week 10 were outstanding in so many ways!... » More
- Senior Choir at St John's Smith Square
Member of the Senior Choir enjoyed a wonderful experience this week at St John's Smith Square in a concert of remarkable quality.... » More
- Barnstorming Evening!
The Barn Dance was a wonderful success! Hurst Village Hall was packed with revellers who enjoyed the dancing and the excellent live music that was provided. ... » More
- Red Nosed Talent!
The highlight of Red Nose Day was the afternoon talent show which saw children from Reception to Yr8 strutting their stuff in a variety show of remarkable quality.... » More
- Red Nose Day Celebrations
Fabulous fun was had by all. A wonderful day was organised by Madame King. ... » More
- Pre-Prep Stars for Week 9
The PPD Stars of the Week were rewarded for all their efforts this week from good writing to working hard, for concentrating well and for learning all their tables, for getting lots of merits and for being kind and helpful. Very well done to them all (hm) ... » More
- Geography Field Trip
Mrs d'Enno and Mrs Filmer fearlessly lead Yr6 into the wilds of Lindfield to discover the secrets of our local village, how it grew and developed, the history of the buildings and the secrets that it holds.... » More
- Week Seven Sports Roundup
Rugby was the order of the day, for boys and girls alike!... » More
- Pancake Pandemonium
Pancakes were flying everywhere in the walled garden on Shrove Tuesday. Reception had great fun tossing pancakes and many of them even managed to catch them as well! Even more fun was eating the pancakes afterwards, although please be sure they were not the same pancakes. Year One decided to try pancake racing this year and a great time was had by all.... » More
- Week 6 Sports Roundup
Fortunately we managed some matches this week with only the 1st XI football being cancelled due to an unplayable pitch. All the matches were close, exciting encounters. ... » More
- Barn Dance
The Friends would like to invite you and your children to a School Family Barn Dance on Saturday March 14th from 6-30pm-9-30pm in Hurst Village Hall. ... » More
- Roger Stevens Visits Tavistock and Summerhill
On Thursday the 5th of February we welcomed the poet Roger Stevens to the school. Roger, who is also a very experienced teacher, led some fascinating and inspiring workshops. ... » More
- NURSERY
To stagger arrival at the school, Nursery will begin at 9:30 tomorrow, Tuesday January 12th 2010.... » More
- SCHOOL CLOSED - WEDNESDAY
Apologies for the late notice today. I was forced to abandon my vehicle and walk in to school which obviously took considerably longer. Other local schools were also intent on opening but decided to close around 8:00 this morning. The severity of the conditions and particularly the poor roads conditions have taken many by surprise. ... » More
- Undefeated
The Year 6 teams have pulled off a remarkable sporting double. Not only have the boys remained undefeated in their weekly Wednesday fixtures, so too have the girls!... » More
- Santa's On Strike
Tavistock and Summerhill's Pre-Prep Department put on a brilliant performance of Andrew Oxspring's amusing take on the Christmas theme "Santa's on Strike" in the final week of term.... » More
- Nursery Nativity
Our youngest children put on the most wonderful performance on Monday morning, to the delight of a packed hall.... » More
- Halloween Celebrations
I have to admit that the thought of a whole day of pupils in Halloween costume filled me with dread...... » More
- Half Term
It is hard to believe that half term is already upon us. It has been a very busy seven weeks. Perhaps the leisure that half term will afford will give me a chance to assess what has been achieved. There have been many highlights however... » More
- The Prep School
As we have reached half term we have begun to recognize the outstanding academic achievement of our older children. Much wonderful work has been produced over the last seven weeks... » More
- The PPD
The PPD have got off to a flying start this year. There has been much going on that has been interesting and exciting. Fun and games were to be had on international 'Talk Like a Pirate' day... » More
- Lunch
Lunch times are very important; very important to your children and to us. We are constantly striving to ensure that there is wonderful food on offer and enough of it to satisfy even the hungriest body... » More
