<![CDATA[Springmead Preparatory School News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.springmead.com%2Fschoolnews Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Thu, 5 Mar 2026 15:48:56 GMT Thu, 5 Mar 2026 15:48:56 GMT <![CDATA[ New Inspection Report - January 2026 ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=18 We are delighted to announce we have received our latest ISI inspection report.   The inspectors clearly recognised and celebrated the values and aims that sit at the heart of our school, as well as the happy and purposeful atmosphere that defines daily life here. Their findings reflect what we see every day: children who are enthusiastic and engaged, staff who are dedicated and inspiring, and families who support our shared vision with unwavering commitment.

]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2026 15:48:56 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=18 <![CDATA[ Citizenship Lunchtimes ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=17 As we settle back into school life this term, we’re excited to launch a brand‑new initiative that puts pupil voice, responsibility, and community spirit right at the heart of the school day: Citizenship Lunchtime. Once every half term, Citizenship Lunchtime will provide extended, purposeful time for our important pupil leadership teams: the School Council, Eco Committee, Reading Ambassadors, and Digital Leaders, to come together, share ideas and make decisions to deepen their role in shaping the life of the school. It’s a chance for children to see that their voices matter and that their contributions make a genuine difference.

]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:10:44 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=17 <![CDATA[ National Recognition for Fine Art and Design ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=16 We are delighted to share that we have been awarded Highly Commended in the ISA National School Awards for Excellence in Fine Arts and Design. This recognition is a real honour and a testament to the creativity, dedication, and imagination shown by our pupils and talented teaching staff.

]]> Tue, 4 Nov 2025 14:11:31 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=16 <![CDATA[ School Council - Developing democracy ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=15  Springmead School's School Council has always been a platform for pupil voice, but, we plan to develop further our commitment to ethical symmetry - a desire to maintain respect for all positions to show that different perspectives are equally valid.

]]> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:00:22 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=15 <![CDATA[ Scholarship Season ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=14 We are delighted to announce that our children have once again been awarded a strong show of scholarships from independent Secondary Schools. 

]]> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:56:52 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=14 <![CDATA[ Mid-Somerset Festival ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=13 The Mid Somerset results this year have been incredible, we are certainly punching above our weight with children gaining top results against other schools. 

]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:08:28 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=13 <![CDATA[ Robotics in Years 5 and 6 ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=12 ‘Jeremy’ the Robot was created by our STEAM club as part of the lead up to National Engineering Week.  Forfar Education, which owns and manages several exceptional independent schools across the UK, including Springmead School and Little Crickets Nursery in Beckington, as part of its STEAM project across all its Schools, conducted a Robotics Challenge, named 'Build, Code, Compete!'

]]> Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:16:48 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=12 <![CDATA[ Showcase 2025 ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=11 This year’s Showcase event was a whole school event,  a performing arts highlight for parents and wider families to enjoy. The Memorial Theatre in Frome was booked for the whole day.  This event was a celebration of the performing arts clubs through the school, alongside some solo performers too. 

]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:48:21 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=11 <![CDATA[ Science Fair ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=10 Our annual Science Fair was a resounding success, showcasing the scientific thinking through children’s individual projects.  Each pupil chose a specific area of science to explore, designing experiments that were both informative and engaging for their peers, younger children, and parents.

]]> Wed, 5 Feb 2025 15:57:30 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=10 <![CDATA[ ISA National Winner ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=9 In the National Finals of the Independent School Association Annual Art Competition this academic Year, Hebe in Year 5 was awarded 1st place in the category of Key Stage 2 Individual 2 D Art, with her Ukrainian Folk Art.

]]> Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:34:43 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=9 <![CDATA[ Nativity plays and Performances ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=8 The Nativity film and performance with Nursery and Reception classes received high acclaim from all who saw it, including Forfar's Head of Early Years, Lisa Macdonald,  who said it was the 'most innovative retelling of the Nativity story' she had seen with such young children.

The children loved taking part, were proud of their costumes and parents were thrilled to see their child on stage and on a big screen.  Please see their unique film here.  

]]> Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:12:03 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=8 <![CDATA[ Talent Show ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=7 Springmead School has talent. Last week Springmead introduced a new event to showcase emerging skills in performance at our new Talent Show. 

]]> Thu, 5 Dec 2024 15:07:56 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=7 <![CDATA[ Reception and Nursery Classes Receive Highly Commended ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=6 Springmead School is awarded Highly Commended in  Prestigious ISA Award for Excellence and Innovation in Early Years

]]> Tue, 8 Oct 2024 14:16:21 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=6 <![CDATA[ Nursery Welcomes 2 Year Olds ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=3 Exciting plans to expand and refurbish Springmead's on-site nursery, Little Crickets Frome have been announced this summer, extending the age range of the school from 2 to 11.   

]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:56:12 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=3 <![CDATA[ Springmead Girls Attend Biathlon Final ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=2 Two pupils from Springmead School impressed judges as they took part in the Great British Schools Modern Biathlon Championships in Bath recently.  

]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:24:14 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=2 <![CDATA[ Art Flourishes at Springmead ]]> https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=1 A superb new Art block is Springmead's newest and most notable development, and coupled with some art competition victories, has put this valuable subject in the limelight recently.  

]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:58:11 GMT https://www.springmead.com/news/?pid=25&nid=1&storyid=1