les fairfield preparatory school prospectus
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Fairfield is a select entry, co-educational preparatory school from 4-11. It prepares children for Loughborough Grammar School (boys 10-18), Loughborough High School (girls 11-18) and other leading Independent Schools.TRANSCRIPT
FairfieldPreparatory School
welcomewelcomeAt Fairfield Preparatory School you will discover a learning environment which is happy and
stimulating, where the school community involves pupils, staff and parents. It will be immediately
evident that this is a school full of opportunities, challenge and excitement; children learning in
a caring and positive atmosphere, where they are always encouraged to 'have a go' and to 'do
their best'. I look forward to welcoming you to the school.
Roger Outwin-Flinders
Headmaster
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the Fairfield offerthe Fairfield offerOur aim at Fairfield is to offer a broad and balanced education appropriate to the needs of
the children in our care. It combines traditional and family values within an enlightened and
ever-changing curriculum, taught in modern, up-to-date facilities. We strive for academic
excellence within the classroom, with individual care and focus, as well as offering a whole host
of activities outside the classroom, such as Sport and Music for which the school enjoys an
excellent reputation both locally and nationally. The School is non-denominational.
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backgroundbackgroundFairfield House was built in 1823 and was lived in by the White family, hosiery manufacturers,
until 1893. It is the oldest part of the school and was first used by the Loughborough Endowed
Schools for the girls’ junior department in 1924. Today, it is part of a flourishing co-educational
day school for children from 4-11 years enjoying superb and outstanding facilities thanks to the
foresight and wisdom of previous Heads and the Governing Body.
The school enjoys a green and extensive campus just south of the A6 on the outskirts of the
University town of Loughborough. It is the Preparatory School to Loughborough Grammar
School for boys and Loughborough High School for girls. All three schools are autonomous, and
yet they share the same vision and educational ethos, supported by a very committed Board of
Governors. The catchment area for Fairfield is vast with children travelling from Leicester,
Nottingham and Derby, together with Loughborough and the surrounding villages.
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foundation, developmentfoundation, developmentand growthand growthThe Pre-Prep Department is on the same site as the Preparatory School and, as a result, it
operates a similar day and has the benefit of being able to use many of the varied specialist
facilities.
You will find a warm, friendly and very caring environment in the classrooms; happiness and
success are the key to future learning within the school.
At 4+, in Reception, there is a three form entry and children are assessed in the January before
entry in the following September. These classrooms are bright, colourful and airy, highlighting the
many successes and achievements of the children. Everyone’s work is on display. The children
have their own class teacher who is supported by a full-time Nursery Nurse. Even children as
young as four years old use the Music School, the I.C.T. suite, Gymnasium and the Assembly Hall.
Throughout their learning, positive reinforcement takes place constantly in order to develop self-
confidence. Much of the learning takes place through extended play and the children have many
opportunities to be creative through Art and role play on a daily basis.
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confidenceconfidenceIn years 1 and 2 children follow the National Curriculum in
preparation for Key Stage 1 tests which are taken at 7+. During
literacy and numeracy lessons, all children – irrespective of
ability – are withdrawn from the class in small groups to
receive support and individual attention.
Throughout the Pre-Prep Department, the interaction and care
between the staff and children are very noticeable. Even at
such an early age, all pupils in the Department enjoy the wider
curriculum and regularly attend trips and outings to local
places of interest.
Parents are invited to attend class assemblies once a week in
the Assembly Hall as well as other special occasions, such as
Harvest Festivals, Christmas Plays and Sports Days.
The Fairfield Pre-Prep provides the very best start for your
son’s and daughter’s education and they will be well on their
way to achieving their full potential before they move on to the
Preparatory School.
balanced educationbalanced educationThe Preparatory School day is very similar to that of the Pre-Prep with a morning assembly, four
periods before lunch, three periods in the afternoon and ‘home time’ at 3.40 p.m. Lunch is served
in the Dining Room on a rotational basis. Most of the children enjoy the extended curriculum,
taking part in the many lunch-time and after-school activities such as small Music Ensembles,
Dance, Drama, Science and Maths Club as well as various Sports Clubs, to name but a few.
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traditional learningtraditional learningThe Prep School children benefit from excellent facilities and specialist teaching staff. All children
use the Library as well as being taught Science in the Laboratory, I.C.T. in the Computer Suite,
French in the Language Room, Drama in the Hall, P.E. and Games on site. Swimming takes
place at the Endowed Schools' swimming pool which is located at the Grammar School (just 5
minutes walk from Fairfield). Examinations in Mathematics, English and Science take place in
May every year with continual assessment throughout the year in all of the other academic
subjects. Homework is introduced from Year 3 onwards and details of this are recorded in
homework diaries which the children bring home on a daily basis. As a result, this forms an
important method of communication between parents and staff.
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innovative technologyinnovative technologyThe excellent Information and Communication Technology facilities throughout the school are
linked to the Loughborough Endowed Schools' campus network. Although the importance of a
traditional education remains as strong as ever, I.C.T. enables a more flexible and individual
approach to learning. The use of laptops, data projectors with interactive whiteboards, digital
cameras and programmable toys make teaching very interactive.
This approach to individual learning enables us to cater for every child's academic needs so that
stimulating and yet realistic targets can be set, encouraging an appetite for learning and ensuring
the highest standards and levels of achievement. Fairfield is a forward thinking school, keen to
adopt new methods of teaching.
thinking andthinking andlearninglearning
The school has a long established, excellent
academic reputation. However, the wider curriculum
gives further opportunities for children to develop and
succeed. Awards, certificates and merits are
awarded to the children according to their level of
ability and they are presented in assemblies on a
weekly/termly basis.
Educational trips outside the classroom support the
learning that takes place inside the classroom. Many
of these visits have cross-curricular links, such as
trips to Warwick Castle, Merton park (York),
Stratford-upon-Avon and Sulgrave Manor.
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valuesvaluesThe House System with four houses – Normans, Romans, Saxons and Vikings – provides an
opportunity for competition. ‘Effort’ and ‘excellence’ are rewarded with house points. Similarly,
there are high expectations for standards in dress, manners, courtesy, behaviour and punctuality
which are all important ‘life skills’ and help to provide the extensive ‘hidden curriculum’ at Fairfield.
teamworkteamworkNowhere at Fairfield are teamwork and excellence more apparent than in Music, Drama and
Sport. On a weekly basis, classes take part in form assemblies and many of these have a musical
content. In addition to the curriculum music that takes place, over two thirds of the children play
a musical instrument or are members of the Junior/Senior Choir, 1st/2nd Orchestra or take part in
one of the many ensembles that meet regularly at the school. On the first Friday of every month,
lunchtime concerts are held in the Recital Hall for parents, relations, staff and friends.
Small and whole school drama productions take place in the Assembly Hall which has a state-
of-the-art sound and lighting system. Parents are welcome to attend these productions.
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leadership, challengeleadership, challenge and and opportunityopportunitySport plays a major part in life at Fairfield. During a varied and balanced Physical Education and
Games programme your son or daughter will be encouraged to support, encourage and work
with others, take part in teams and, above all, have fun.
Children play the following sports and can represent their house or school; football, hockey,
rugby, netball, cross-country, swimming, athletics, tennis, rounders and cricket. Many children go
on to play at representative level such as county or national standard.
In addition to the very broad curriculum, and lunch-time and after-school activities, many children
take the opportunity to enjoy regular visits abroad which are always well attended, such as the
annual school ski trip.
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Parent Teachers’ Association -Parent Teachers’ Association -the Fairfield familythe Fairfield family
The Parent Teachers’ Association plays a crucial role in the life at Fairfield. Events are organised
throughout the year - including the ever popular Christmas Fayre - which bring the whole school
together as a community – pupils, staff, parents, friends…and it is always good to see so many
ex-Fairfield pupils returning to share with us their many varied and exciting experiences.
Also, the P.T.A. raises considerable funds which, in the past, have provided additional facilities
for the school; the Activity Room, extra I.C.T. equipment, new sound and lighting equipment in
the Assembly Hall and playground furniture and toys.
the next stagethe next stageIn the January of their final year at Fairfield (Year 6) children will sit the 11+ examinations. The
majority of children – usually over 95%– will progress to the Grammar and High schools. Others
will attend similar local schools. In Years 5 and 6, visits are arranged for Fairfield children to attend
the Grammar School and High School to ‘set the scene’ and to prepare them for this transition.
We want children to leave Fairfield happy, successful and fulfilled as well as confident and well
rounded so that they can face the many challenges of an ever-changing world. Fairfield is an
‘open door’ school and we would like you to enjoy the benefits of sending your son or daughter
here so that you can share with them in their learning experience.
Learning is fun @ Fairfield.
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For further information or to arrange
a visit please contact the Registrar:
Fairfield Preparatory School
Leicester Road
Loughborough
LE11 2AE
Registrar: 01509 283808
School: 01509 215172
Fax: 01509 238648
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lesfairfield.org
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www.lesfairfield.orgwww.lesfairfield.orgThis prospectus describes the broad principles on which the school is presently run and gives an indication of our history and ethos.
The prospectus and associated documents are not part of any agreement between parents and the school. Although believed correct
at the time of printing, certain statements may become out of date from time to time. Parents wishing to place specific reliance
on a statement in the prospectus should seek written confirmation of that statement before accepting the offer of a place.
The Loughborough Endowed Schools’ Company, Number 4038033, is Limited by Guarantee, is
Registered in England, and is a Registered Charity, Number 1081765.
Designed by David Morris