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# Heathcote Preparatory School & Nursery

An independent school and nursery in Danbury, Chelmsford, Essex for boys and girls aged 2-11

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- [Supporting pupils who struggle with classroom-based learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/supporting-pupils-who-struggle-with-classroom-based-learning/) - Independent school settings are often uniquely positioned to fit the individual; we offer high-quality education to pupils from a wide range of backgrounds and learning profiles. With smaller class sizes, closer teacher-pupil relationships, and a greater degree of curriculum flexibility, teachers are given a wonderful opportunity to support pupils who find traditional classroom-based learning particularly
- [Heathcote once again recognised at prestigious School of the Year Awards](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/top-news/heathcote-once-again-recognised-at-prestigious-school-of-the-year-awards/) - We are thrilled to announce that Heathcote has been “Highly Commended” in the ISA Junior School of the Year Awards 2025-2026— selected from almost 800 schools across the country. This prestigious recognition from the Independent Schools Association celebrates excellence across teaching, innovation, pastoral care, and enrichment opportunities. For this award, junior schools are evaluated on
- [From Storytellers to Scientists: Highlights from Careers Week 2025](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/top-news/from-storytellers-to-scientists-highlights-from-careers-week-2025/) - What an absolutely incredible week we have had! We proudly hosted our third annual Careers Week in March, an event that continues to inspire, educate and excite our pupils about the endless possibilities that lie ahead. With 15 amazing visitors from a wide range of professions, the week was packed with inspirational speeches, powerful presentations,
- [100% success! Heathcote pupils secure prestigious school placements & scholarships](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/top-news/100-success-heathcote-pupils-secure-prestigious-school-placements-scholarships/) - Heathcote is incredibly proud of our Form 6 pupils! Once again, we have achieved a 100% success rate for places offered at prestigious independent secondary schools. Adding to this achievement, every scholarship application submitted was successful, with awards granted for music and sport. Congratulations, Form 6! We know the next steps in your learning journey
- [Heathcote achieves prestigious Gold Award for excellence in mental health provision](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-achieves-prestigious-gold-award-for-excellence-in-mental-health-provision/) - A year ago, Heathcote undertook the challenge of becoming formally recognised for our excellent mental health provision. The Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools exists to strengthen the mental health of the next generation by supporting schools to create positive change across all levels of the UK’s education system. The initiative is
- [Beyond the classroom: exploring the many benefits of Outdoor Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/4424/) - When is Outdoor Learning Appropriate? A strange question, to which the answer would ideally be … always and for everyone! I imagine, most teachers would agree that almost any learning objective in a Preprep school setting can be delivered through an environment beyond the classroom. When outside, the children seem to light up, they have
- [A guide to choosing your child’s primary school](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/a-guide-to-choosing-your-childs-primary-school-2/) - It seems unbelievable to me, that a decade ago my husband and I were starting to consider which primary school would be best for our daughter. At this time, as a primary teacher and previous Deputy Headteacher I felt certain I would know the school just by looking at its website and reading through the
- [Careers Week 2024: Inspiring the next generation](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/careers-week-2024/) - Following the success of last year’s “Careers Week” at Heathcote, we’re delighted to be hosting an even greater programme for 2024. Our goal is to demonstrate the wide range of career goals available to our pupils and hear from inspirational guests that have excelled in their chosen fields. It’s a chance to understand what the
- [Heathcote celebrates outstanding inspection report](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-celebrates-outstanding-inspection-report/) - The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) visited Heathcote School in November 2023 and has just published details of its inspection. We are thrilled to share their report with you today, which highly praises all aspects of our school. A quick word on how the assessment works. Heathcote was one of the first schools to be inspected
- [Heathcote pupils discuss democracy with local MP](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-pupils-discuss-democracy-with-local-mp/) - Heathcote pupils had a special visitor as part of our awareness of democracy across the school. A key part of our school ethos is a commitment to “Fundamental British Values”, which focuses on democracy, tolerance, the rule of law, tolerance and mutual respect. To develop this learning we have monthly values to identify specific skills
- [The 12 Days of Heathcote Christmas](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/the-12-days-of-heathcote-christmas/) - In the run up to Christmas we tasked pupils across the school to design artwork to reflect the "12 Days of Christmas". Here are the fantastic results! (click to enlarge)
- [Heathcote ends the school year in style with Sports Day and Prize Giving](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-ends-the-school-year-in-style-with-sports-day-and-prize-giving/) - The Heathcote School Sports Day takes place every year on Dawson Field and is a highlight of the school calendar, bringing together staff, children, and parents to celebrate the end of term in style. This year’s event took place on Friday 7 July and was a scorching hot day, which meant lots of sun cream
- [Heathcote celebrates careers week](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-celebrates-careers-week/) - This week we held our first “Careers Week” at Heathcote, to coincide with National Careers Week 2023 (6-11 March) We had several visitors during the week – 17 in total. These included a female spacecraft engineer at NASA, an engineer on Formula 1 cars, an army major, a university lecturer, an air ambulance consultant, a
- [The Benefits of Outdoor Learning by Samantha Scott](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/the-benefits-of-outdoor-learning-by-samantha-scott/) - Recently, Mrs Scott was asked to write an article for SATIPS, the professional support body for teachers and teaching assistants in independent schools across the UK and worldwide, providing training, information and resources. Mrs Scott's detailed article explains the benefits of outdoor learning provision including how at Heathcote School we have outdoor learning every Friday
- [ISA Awards: Case Study on Heathcote, Junior School of the Year](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/isa-awards-case-study-on-heathcote-junior-school-of-the-year/) - Our school has been featured in the most recent Independent School Association Newsletter, describing what makes Heathcote so special and what led to us being awarded Junior School of the Year in November 2021. You can read the case study here. The article describes our wonderful school, and goes on to analyse what we did
- [Our Heathcote family tell us what they think](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/our-heathcote-family-tell-us-what-they-think/) - We recently undertook a pupil perception survey to ascertain how our pupils feel about their school, their safety, pupil behaviour and bullying and how the staff and leadership ensure they are safe and happy. See what they think below - Heathcote pupils are bright, bold and brave - they feel secure to voice their opinions,
- [How we transformed our outside space](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/how-we-transformed-our-outside-space/) - The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework establishes that children should make use of the environment around them to enable their natural curiosity to be part of their educational experience. At Heathcote Preparatory School and Nursery we felt that our EYFS playground wasn’t having a positive impact and should be developed with thought and consideration
- [Heathcote named Junior School of the Year!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-named-junior-school-of-the-year/) - Our school has been named the best independent primary in the UK! Heathcote won ‘Junior School of the Year’ at the 2021 Independent Schools Association (ISA) National Awards, which recognise excellence in independent education across the country. The judges highlighted Heathcote’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, exemplary teamwork, family support, technology provision and staff upskilling,
- [Heathcote recognised as one of top three Junior Schools in the UK](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcote-recognised-as-one-of-top-three-junior-schools-in-the-uk/) - We are absolutely thrilled to announce that following a rigorous process the Independent Schools Association (ISA) have informed us that we are one of the three finalists across the nation for Junior School of the Year. To have our excellence in academia, pupil development and pastoral support recognised in this way is wonderful and I
- [Inspirational Heathcote teacher honoured in prestigious celebration of teaching](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/inspirational-heathcote-teacher-honoured-in-prestigious-celebration-of-teaching/) - Heathcote School’s Georgina Pennycook has been shortlisted as ‘Outstanding New Teacher of the Year’ in the 2021 Pearson National Teaching Awards. Please find our official statement below: * A teacher at Heathcote Preparatory School & Nursery of Danbury, Essex, has been honoured as a Silver Award winner in the Pearson National Teaching Awards. Selected from
- [Celebrating Miss Pennycook](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/assembly/celebrating-miss-pennycook/) - On Monday morning we had a special assembly at the Danbury Mission to formally present Miss Pennycook with her Silver Award for 'Outstanding New Teacher of the Year' at the Pearson National Teaching Awards (read the full story here). The award was presented by Heathcote headteacher, Mrs Scott, and our special guest for the morning,
- [Why small is beautiful](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/small-is-beautiful/) - During the recent lockdowns, many of my state school colleagues have found that their usually large classes have become much smaller. This may be due to children unable to access IT technology at home, or perhaps with some of the children being onsite as they have key worker parents or maybe during the end of
- [Virtual Open Day (April 2021)](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/virtual-open-day-april/)
- [How Heathcote achieves phenomenal 11+ results](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/how-heathcote-achieves-phenomenal-11-results/) - by Mrs Samantha Scott, Head Teacher, MEd. Cantab This year has been hugely successful for Heathcote’s final year pupils with a 90% pass rate for 11+ and 100% of independent school places offered, with a plethora of awards and scholarships for academic, special talent and drama. The pupils have worked hard for these results, supported
- [Celebrating our amazing 11+ results at Heathcote!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/celebrating-our-amazing-11-results-at-heathcote/) - Our Form 6 pupils have performed incredibly well in the recent 11+ entrance examinations in spite of Covid-19 restrictions last term, with 88% pass rate across CSSE and CEM tests. Our pupils start their 11+ journey in Form 3 with weekly 11+ lessons on the timetable, increasing their frequency from Form 4, and an additional
- [Heathcote's STEAM competition winner - Ronnie's car!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcotes-steam-competition-winner-ronnies-car/) - During the first half of the Spring term, Heathcote pupils were encouraged to think outside the box and engage their creativity, experimental attitudes, problem solving and critical thinking to work on a project to build, test and improve a vehicle of their own design and making. The winner will go on to represent Heathcote at
- [Hello from Dave at Danbury Mission](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/hello-from-dave-at-danbury-mission/) - We were delighted to receive this wonderful message from Dave Hartwell at Danbury Mission - we miss you too Dave! https://youtu.be/FOgLYOLzjHE
- [Scholarships & Awards for Form 6!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/scholarships-awards-for-form-6/) - At Heathcote School, we continuously strive to go above and beyond in all areas to ensure our pupils are given the very best opportunities and we are always so proud of their achievements, hard work and conduct. When they travel (when this is possible) to other schools they represent us all and the staff and
- [Mrs Scott's Bedtime Stories](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/mrs-scotts-bedtime-stories/) - When my own children were younger often they would be able to have a sleepover at their grandparents house and would get to listen to someone else read a story. I realised that your children may not get to experience this at the moment and - whilst I am definitely not a professional story teller
- [Mrs Scott's Assembly (February 2021)](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/mrs-scotts-assembly-february-2021/)
- [We are proud to be "Excellent" in all areas](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/excellent/) - Following our inspection by the Independent School Inspectorate (ISI) in February 2019, we are proud to be “Excellent” in all areas of the Nursery and School. This rating is applied to both the academic development and personal development of our pupils. Pupils demonstrate a high level of achievement by the time they leave the school.
- [A guide to choosing your child's primary school](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/a-guide-to-choosing-your-childs-primary-school/) - by Samantha Scott, Headteacher A decade ago my husband and I were starting to consider which primary school would be best for our daughter. At this time, as a primary teacher and previous Deputy Headteacher, I felt certain I would know the school just by looking at its website and reading through the most recent
- [Virtual Open Day (Recording) - October 2020](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/virtual-open-day-recording-october-2020/)
- [Heathcote's response to Covid-19 - an update](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/heathcotes-response-to-covid-19-an-update/) - Mrs Samantha Scott, Head Teacher At Heathcote, our families know we teach to our specifically designed ‘Heathcote Values Curriculum’ that is individualised to our school to enable our pupils to grow in determination, resolve, commitment, drive and resilience. These skills were certainly tested for all of our Heathcote community earlier this year when we had
- [Mr Daniels becomes a Microsoft Innovative Education Expert](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/mr-daniels-becomes-a-microsoft-innovative-education-expert/) - We are delighted to announce that Mr Daniels has been selected as a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert! Each year, Microsoft selects Innovative Educator Experts to be part of this exclusive global community paving the way for their peers to share ideas, try new approaches, and learn from each other. Mr Daniels will be joining a
- [Virtual Open Day - June 2020 (recording)](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/virtual-open-day-june-2020-recording/)
- [Mrs Scott's assembly (June 2020)](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/assembly/mrs-scotts-assembly-june-2020/)
- [Our teachers have become Microsoft Innovative Educators!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/our-teachers-have-become-microsoft-innovative-educators/) - Over the first half of the summer term, our teachers and pupils have rapidly expanded their knowledge and use of our Microsoft platform to support learning. Pupils are receiving at least three live lessons with their teachers every school day – English, Maths and one other subject, including 11+ preparation, Science, Humanities, PHSRE, CRE, Languages,
- [Putting Heathcote School & Nursery online](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/putting-heathcote-school-nursery-online/) - Our entire Heathcote community has embraced a new way of learning that has been imposed upon us by the Coronavirus pandemic. We have been truly inspired by everyone’s willingness to make this a success, and the capacity and resilience of our pupils, staff and parents for learning how to use a whole new educational environment
- [Mrs Scott's Assembly (15 May 2020)](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/assembly/mrs-scotts-assembly-15-may-2020/)
- [Mrs Scott's online assembly (April 2020)](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/assembly/mrs-scotts-online-assembly-april-2020/) - 
- [A wonderful surprise from our pupils!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/a-wonderful-surprise-from-our-pupils/) - Staff at Heathcote were left speechless and emotional by our pupils and their families, who surprised us with this wonderful video that they put together. Thank you Heathcotians, we absolutely love it! https://youtu.be/QLchKmVOJS4
- [Mr D's "Uptown Funk" workout](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/mr-ds-uptown-funk-workout/)
- [Harvest Festival!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/harvest-festival/) - The children have been practising hard in drama and music lessons to celebrate and share their harvest songs and the year 6 assembly with everyone that attended on Friday. Many thanks to all of you who came to celebrate with us, we loved seeing so many of you. The year 6 form led the whole
- [Calling all Heathcote Heroes!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/calling-all-heathcote-heroes/) - At Heathcote we are working together through our PSHRE lessons, CRE lessons and as part of our form period time to support each other’s unique amazing characters. We want to celebrate all that is wonderful about every one of us. During the week beginning 11th November we will be holding our usual annual antibullying week
- [Open Morning - Friday 11th October 9-11am](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/open-morning-friday-11th-october-9-11am/) - Come and see our school and nursery in action! We would love to show you the progressive approach and individualised learning every pupil receives in our small classes. Our teachers and pupils work as a team to foster a love of lifelong learning whilst at the same time encouraging all our community to be curious, appreciative and respectful towards the
- [Year 6 Trip to Kentwell Hall](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/2491/) - By Lizzie R, Henry S and Sam W My day at Kentwell Hall was very interesting. I met all different types of people such as the: Butts, the Woodmen (which the Tudor family couldn’t have lived without); the Herald, the Dairymaids and Needlewomen. The Stillroom’s potions and lotions smelt lovely, because they had used exquisite
- [Lovely Leprechauns!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers-blog/lovely-leprechauns/) - Miss Harris On Friday 17th March Year 5 celebrated St Patrick's Day in style in their class assembly. The school were treated to a play about how St Patrick became a Saint with lots of interesting costumes and even a super Irish accent on show! They then shared some information about shamrocks and leprechauns before
- [Nursery have a Grrreat Trip!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers-blog/nursery-have-a-grrreat-trip/) - Miss Riley and Miss Pennycook The children had a fantastic time on our school trip to the theatre. We watched ‘The Tiger Who Came to Tea’ which was just brilliant. The children were up dancing, giggling at the tiger and just having the most amazing time! We finished our trip off with a lovely lunch
- [Science Day Extravaganza](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/science-day-extravaganza/) - Mrs Forgeron Wow! What an absolutely fantastic day the whole of Heathcote School had on Wednesday. Mr Ormond planned and held a wonderful Science Day, where all pupils and staff dressed up as Wacky Scientists. Not only did the children put hard work and effort into their outfits, they also demonstrated excellent dedication and heaps
- [Silver Superstars!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers-blog/silver-superstars/) - Mr Daniels On Friday last week Year 5 girls took part in the netball tournament at Brentwood. This was a fantastic tournament with the girls performing better than they ever have. The girls played 8 matches, lost 1, drew 1 and won 6. Overall out of 12 teams, Heathcote finished 2nd winning the silver medal.
- [Why Poetry is Vital in Schools](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/why-poetry-is-vital-in-schools/) - Mrs Forgeron The visit of an author in school is always an inspiration. Kathy Henderson worked with our children at Heathcote last Tuesday. Author, poet, printmaker and illustrator Kathy has written many books for children of all ages including Lugalbanda, In the Middle of the Night, The Year in the City, Fearless Fitzroy and The Little Boat,
- [An inspiring insight into a writer's world](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/an-inspiring-insight-into-a-writers-world/) - On Tuesday we had the pleasure of receiving an author and poet in school. Kathy Henderson worked with the children throughout the day reading them her poetry and prose, firing their imaginations to create their own writing and also illustrating some of her work with the children’s help. A truly inspiring and enjoyable day was had
- [Heathcote Superstars!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers-blog/heathcote-superstars/) - Mr Daniels During the course of three days of events, over 1800 Year 4 students took part from 40 schools in a multi-sports event at Chelmsford Sports Athletic Centre. There were 6 events with 300 children participating each time. On the day Heathcote finished in 1st place. Overall, Heathcote finished 2nd out of the 40 schools which took part.
- [5 reasons why small schools are the best](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/5-reasons-why-small-schools-are-the-best/) - Mrs Forgeron Heathcote is a ‘gem of a school’ . It is so unique in its ethos. As I show the ever increasing number of visitors around, it always delights me to share with them what an amazing community we have, albeit a very small one. Yet small is everything. Here are five reasons why
- [Garon Park Glory](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/garon-park-glory/) - Mr Daniels On Friday, year 4, 5 and 6 travelled to Garon Park in Southend to take part in the ISA Regional Athletics event. This included many events such as long jump, high jump, throwing, shot put and many running events from sprints to long distance. All the children performed extremely well and really proved
- [We Stand Together](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/we-stand-together/) - Mrs Forgeron In the wake of today’s terrible news about the terrorist attack in Manchester it is difficult to know what to write. Such a horrific crime, especially when children are involved, leaves us reeling. Our hearts go out to those who have suffered as we endeavour to comprehend how anyone could contemplate such unspeakable
- [Building connections...](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/building-connections/) - Mrs Forgeron Making connections with other schools is very much at the forefront of government education policy at the moment. At Heathcote, in addition to links within the local community, we are very lucky to be able to build connections with schools overseas. Studying languages has enabled our children to reap the benefits and today
- [Diving into reading!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/diving-into-reading/) - Mrs Forgeron Last Saturday at our Open Day we had the exciting opening of the new Heathcote KS1 and Early Years library. The children had waited patiently since their return after the Easter holidays for the unveiling, the room enshrouded in blackout paper so nobody got a sneak peek before the big day. Emily had the
- [Top Tips For Helping Your Child To Face Their Fears](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/top-tips-for-helping-your-child-to-face-their-fears/) - Mrs Forgeron When a possum sees a hole in the ground with only one set of foot tracks going in, it is afraid to enter that burrow. It knows that something dangerous lies within. When, however, it sees two sets of foot tracks – those going in and those going out, it overcomes its fear
- [Spring has sprung!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/spring-has-sprung/) - Mrs Forgeron Good news! Spring has officially sprung and we can all now look forward to more daylight, warm sunshine and the chance to spend more time outdoors. However, Spring time is also traditionally a time to have a clear out and a clean-up. In times gone by when people kept their houses shut tight
- ["Let us not become weary in doing good...](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/let-us-not-become-weary-in-doing-good/) - Mrs Forgeron ... for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." (Galatians 6:9) Some people might say that holding a Harvest Festival service is an outdated thing for us to do, particularly in this modern world when we don’t really think too much about where our food comes from
- [A library is not a luxury...](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/a-library-is-not-a-luxury/) - ... but one of the necessities of life! Our new KS2 library is now open ... Enjoy!
- [Your carriage awaits!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/your-carriage-awaits/) - We are delighted to welcome our new addition to the Heathcote family! Mr Daniels and Mrs Barber are now fully trained to drive our minibus (and raring to go!). We look forward to seeing who will get the first ride in our shiny new bus.
- [Everyone has won, and all must have prizes?](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/everyone-has-won-and-all-must-have-prizes/) - Mrs Forgeron Prize Giving is an important opportunity to celebrate success and service to the school. It is also a time to reflect upon the outstanding events, activities, victories, trips and triumphs of the past year. Of course, we celebrate achievements each week in assembly. We reward children throughout the year for their efforts and
- [Why every child should be a drama queen!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/why-every-child-should-be-a-drama-queen/) - Mrs Forgeron Heathcote has been a hive of activity this week with preparations afoot for this year’s musical drama extravaganza ‘The Witches of Oz’ next week. The children are coping well with the balance of normal academic lessons and a busy full cast rehearsal schedule. There has been a real buzz of excitement about this
- [Bloomin' Marvellous!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/bloomin-marvellous/) - Mrs Forgeron and Miss Pennycook Thank you to all the visitors who came to our garden yesterday which was open to the public as part of the 'Danbury and Little Baddow Open Gardens' fundraising event. It was a lovely day with super weather and so many people admiring our efforts. This was the first time Heathcote had participated
- [Time to Shine!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/time-to-shine/) - Mrs Forgeron This week we have been delighted to welcome so many of you to the Parent Consultation evenings. It has been lovely to explore with you how well your children are doing and to discuss their progress and achievements. As always such occasions make me very proud to be Headmistress at Heathcote. Last week
- [Lest we forget](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/pupils-blog/lest-we-forget/) - Year 6 Remembrance Sunday, which fell on 12 November this year, is a day for the nation to remember and honour those who have sacrificed themselves to secure and protect our freedom. At Heathcote School, we paid tribute to those who have suffered or died in previous wars in a whole school gathering in the large
- [Barnardo's Young Supporters Concert at the Royal Albert Hall](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/pupils-blog/barnardos-young-supporters-concert-at-the-royal-albert-hall/) - Lilia, Year 6 I was so excited and thrilled to be going to the Royal Albert Hall in London, because I have heard such amazing and tremendous things about it. Forms 4, 5 and 6 were going to attend and sing at the Barnardos Young Supporters Concert on the 1st November, 2017 along with other
- [Mascot Magic!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/mascot-magic/) - Congratulations to Year3 on winning the school vote for our Mascot!
- [Curiouser and Curiouser!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/curiouser-and-curiouser/) - Mrs Forgeron "Curiouser and Curiouser” wrote Lewis Carroll in Alice in Wonderland. This month’s theme of curiosity can certainly give us more creative food for thought. Curiosity allows us to challenge ourselves and question our world. By digging a little deeper and feeding our minds,being curious helps us discover new passions in ourselves and new
- [Our School Charity](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/pupils-blog/our-school-charity/) - James, Year 6 In House Assembly we were asked to make a poster for our school charity ‘The Alzheimer’s Society.’ I started drawing a tree but I didn’t get it finished in the session. First of all I had thought about just putting words to do with Alzheimer’s on my tree. Then in my free
- [Hey Diddle Diddle!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/hey-diddle-diddle/) - Mrs Forgeron What a lot of fun we had today! Rather a belated World Book day celebration which was postponed due to the snow but a very good time was had by all...
- [Spooktacular!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/spooktacular/) - Today to support Children in Need we all dressed up in a whole variety of spotty outfits to raise money for this worthwhile cause. The children worked hard at break time icing cakes and adding their coins to Pudsey's spots as well as posing in the spotty photo booth! Well done to everyone in Robins
- [Animal Magic](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/animal-magic/) - Mrs Forgeron Heathcote Preparatory School and Nursery celebrated the 20th World Book Day in style with all our pupils dressing up as animal book characters. What an amazing array of animals there were who came into school this morning! Today all the children took part in a costume parade, a book hunt, story readings and they
- [Pancake Fun!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/pancake-fun/) - On Tuesday Swallows sold pancakes at break and lunch time which everyone enjoyed with lots of yummy toppings. They raised £93 for the WWF, our school charity this year.
- [We love Heathcote!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/we-love-heathcote/) - Mrs Forgeron This week I asked the children what they loved about Heathcote. Every child was given a post-it on which to express their thoughts. They were quick off the mark to express how they felt:
- [Lovely!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers-blog/lovely/) - Miss Riley, Mrs Garrett, Mrs Bennett Nursery had lots of fun doing their assembly on love. They enjoyed making hearts and talking about what/who they loved as well as dressing up to be different characters for the princess song and learning the actions to the Robbie Williams’ song. Thank you to Reception and Year 1
- [Sporting Success](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers-blog/sporting-success/) - Mr Daniels and Mrs Howles Before half term, we welcomed Gosfield School to Heathcote to play a netball and football match against the year 5 and 6 children. Starting with the football, the year 5's drew 2-2 and the year 6's won 3-2. This was a fantastic afternoon from all the boys and they all
- [Chinese New Year Celebrations](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/chinese-new-year-celebrations/) - Year 3 performed their class assembly on the subject of Chinese New Year. With a dragon dance, a shadow puppet show and a detailed explanation of the Chinese zodiac, it was a terrific performance. The children also told us about many Chinese traditions and sang Happy New Year in Chinese.
- [Year 4 Trip to Colchester Castle Museum](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/year-4-trip-to-colchester-castle-museum/) - Our class went to Colchester Castle to learn about the Stormin’ Normans. Our first activity was to build an arch, we had to work together as a team and then test how strong it was. The first time wasn’t successful but the second time it stood up without scaffolding! Our Guide at the castle showed
- [Heathcote School & Nursery achieves School Games Gold Mark Award for 2018/2019](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/hheathcote-school-nursery-achieves-school-games-gold-mark-award-for-2018-2019/) - We are delighted to announce that we, Heathcote School & Nursery, have achieved the School Games Gold Mark Award for the 2018/19 academic year. The School Games Mark is a Government led award scheme launched in 2012, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to reward schools for their commitment to the development of competition across their
- [Charity begins at home](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/charity-beings-at-home/) - Mrs Forgeron So have you started your Christmas shopping yet? When I espied our Christmas tree all beautifully lit up in the front playground this morning, I felt that little tingle of Christmas excitement. I know, by now, many of you will know exactly how many sleeps it is until Christmas morning, you may have
- [Year 3 Visit to Braintree Museum](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/pupils-blog/braintree-year3-march-19/) - Bip, Year 3 Last week, we went to Braintree Museum and learnt about rocks and fossils. When we got there we went in and took our coats off. First we chose a rock and we scratched it and we wrote down what happened. Then we put the rock in water and wrote down what happened.
- [Environmental Day](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/pupils-blog/environmental-day/) - Amelia and Maisie, Year 5 On the 27th of April, we had a fabulous day coming our way! Lucy from the Essex Wildlife trust came in to help us with our knowledge of wildlife so we could enjoy our jam-packed day even more. Year 5 and 6 started the day of with making a mini
- [In the not so bleak mid-winter!](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/in-the-not-so-bleak-mid-winter/) - Mrs Forgeron I love this time of year when all the anticipation of the Yuletide season starts to simmer and bubble and we can see the children (and the staff!) starting to get excited about Christmas time. The Heathcote Christmas tree is already taking pride of place in the front playground, lit and decorated
- [Wonderful Alice](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/general-news/wonderful-alice/)
- [Before twitter there was poetry...](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/before-twitter-there-was-poetry/) - Mrs Forgeron Before there was writing, before there was prose and certainly an age before there were such things as “texts”, “tweets” and “status updates,” there was poetry. Last week I felt very privileged to hear our pupils in years 3-6 perform their Burns’ inspired poetry. They had very little time to draft, craft and
- [True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/true-humility-is-not-thinking-less-of-yourself-it-is-thinking-of-yourself-less/) - Mrs Forgeron Many thanks to all of you who attended our work sharing afternoons last week. We hope you enjoyed the opportunity to see your children’s books and folders. I hope also that you find the parents’ evenings this week and next informative and helpful. This month’s theme is humility. Humility often conjures up images of
- [This month's theme is trust...](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/this-months-theme-is-trust/) - Mrs Forgeron Do you trust me? Do you trust my staff? Do you trust your children? Your neighbours? Your friends? I hope you do. But for what reason? For example, if you were to trust me to fix your car, your trust would be misplaced because I have no idea what happens under the bonnet
- [Step into my shoes....](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/heads-blog/step-into-my-shoes/) - Mrs Forgeron The new academic year has got off to a flying start and all the children have settled back in splendidly to their work and routines. As I mentioned in my letter at the start of term, we extend a warm welcome to all our new families and hope the children are settling in
- ["We will not have failure - only success and new learning." Queen Victoria](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/pupils-blog/braintree-trip-march-19/) - Melissa and Maisie, Year 6 On the 12th of March, Year 6 went on a school trip to Braintree Museum to learn more about the Victorian era. Everyone dressed in Victorian costumes. We arrived at the museum and travelled back in time to begin a Victorian school day by being asked a variety of questions

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- [Home](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/) - An award-winning independent preparatory school based in Danbury, Essex. We nurture, enrich, challenge, engage and educate pupils from 2-11 years of age.
- [Heathcote School Holiday Club](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/holiday-club/) - Every school holiday, Heathcote School welcomes pupils from all schools, age 2-11 years, to our Holiday Club! Each day is led by one of our members of staff, with supporting assistants. All staff have enhanced DBS checks, safeguarding and basic first aid training. The club makes use of the school facilities, as well as taking
- [Policies](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/policies/) - We take safeguarding and care of our children and staff at Heathcote School and Nursery extremely seriously. Please click on links below for the most up-to-date versions of our policies. Accessibility Plan 2026 -2028 Acceptable Use of Technology Policy Jan 26 Administration of Medicines Policy – June 2026 Admissions Policy Jan 26 AI Policy May
- [Staff Handbook and Policies](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/staff/staff-policies/) - We take safeguarding and care of our children and staff at Heathcote School and Nursery extremely seriously. Please click on links below for the most up-to-date versions of our staff policies. Staff Handbook 2025-26 Safeguarding and Child Protection policy Sept 2025 Keeping_children_safe_in_education_2025 Acceptable Use of Technology Policy Jan 26 EVC policy oct 25 Allegations against
- [Term Dates](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/term-dates/) - Please find our latest term dates in the links below Calendar – Academic Year 2025-2026 Calendar – Academic Year 2026-2027
- [School Calendar](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/school-calendar/)
- [Upcoming Events](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/news/upcoming-events-2/) - Next Open Day: TBC Our Spring Term Open Day took place on Friday 24th April 2026. Thanks to everyone that visited us on the day. Outside of our scheduled Open Days, we’re always happy to give you a private tour of the school at your convenience. Please contact us to arrange a visit.
- [Academic Results](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/academic-results/) - At Heathcote, we conduct termly assessments in Reading, Writing, Maths and Science. These are marked according to a growth mindset model using a scale of beginning, working towards, secure, exceeding and mastered. These are assessed against National Curriculum objectives. Reading and Maths are also assessed by standardised tests to provide standardised scores and also reading
- [Testimonials](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/testimonials/) - “Absolutely outstanding school. Both my children have attended since nursery and have done exceptionally well. All staff are approachable and any concerns are listened to – offering support and solutions where needed. No ask has ever been to much. My children have always been treated with the upmost respect, care and love. Great preparation given
- [Thank you for your booking](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/news/thank-you-for-your-booking/) - Thank you for making a booking for our Open Afternoon on Friday 24th April 2026. You will receive an email from enquiries@heathcoteschool.co.uk with your booking details shortly. Please check your junk mail if you do not see this email.
- [Vacancies](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/vacancies/) - We currently have no vacancies
- [School Fees](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/school-fees/) - Fees 2025/2026 Fee List 2025-26 Facility Main School Lunch – Compulsory charge £3,400 per term (plus VAT) £350 per term (no VAT) Nursery Session (am or pm) (min of 2 sessions) £375 per session, per term Additional session in Nursery £50 per session Lunchtime Session in Nursery £12.00 per session Breakfast Club (7.30-8.30am) £3 per
- [Meet the Team](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/meet-the-team/) - Senior Leadership Team Mrs Samantha Scott MEd Cantab. Head Teacher Assessment Lead, Able, Gifted & Talented Coordinator Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Mental Health First Aider Mrs Nadine Solsberg Bursar Health and Safety Officer (HSO) Safeguarding Director Compliance Officer Mental Health First Aider Mrs Georgina Deed Prep Lead (KS2) and Year 5 Form Teacher Science,
- [Clubs](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/clubs/) - Co-curricular clubs This term’s co-curricular club timetable can be found here: Co-Curricular Clubs (sample timetable) Wrap-around care Breakfast Club Pupils can be dropped off from 7.30am at the Breakfast/Twilight Club entrance. They will be provided with breakfast cereal or toast and a drink, and taken to their classrooms at 8.30am when school or nursery begins.
- [School Menu](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/school-menu/) - All our food is prepared and home-cooked in our on site kitchen. Children receive a hot lunch every day on a rotating 2 week menu (see below or download here). Pupils may also bring in a packed lunch if preferred. We are able to cater for most diets. Gluten free and vegetarian options are offered daily. Please
- [Curriculum Booklets](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/curriculum-booklets/) - Nursery +Pre-School Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Reception Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Year 1 Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Year 2 Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Year 3 Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Year 4 Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Year 5 Curriculum booklet 2025-26 Year 6 Curriculum booklet 2025-26
- [Values Education](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/values-education/) - Values Education Why Values Education? Each month we celebrate a different value. We encourage families to use the monthly theme to stimulate discussion at home. We aim to explore the value in order to reinforce its importance in the world in which we live. Time is given in assemblies to introduce and explore the new value and it is linked to fun
- [11+ Preparation](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/11-preparation/) - If your child is showing 11+ potential – choose Heathcote! It can be a tricky time for parents when their little ones show academic prowess and we realise that they need to be stretched and offered challenges to enable them to thrive in their learning. We question if we are doing the right thing- should
- [Academic Extension Programme](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/academic-extension-programme/) - Here at Heathcote we offer a wide range of opportunities that enrich and extend our children’s academic talents. Some of the clubs and activities that we offer are: Quiz Club – Maths and Science LAMDA Drama & Speaking examinations ISA competitions for performing arts, music and creative arts ABRSM music examinations Pupils apply for Form
- [Key Stage 2](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/key-stage-2/) - At Heathcote we believe the best learners are happy learners who are respected and involved in their education. In Key Stage 2, teaching is more subject based, although pupils are still mainly taught by their form teacher who combines close pastoral care with academic support. The children continue to follow a broad curriculum including Mathematics,
- [Awards and Accolades](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/awards-and-accolades/) - Our school has been named the best independent primary in the UK! Heathcote school has been awarded ‘Junior School of the Year’ at the 2021 Independent Schools Association (ISA) National Awards, which recognise excellence in independent education across the country. The judges highlighted Heathcote’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, exemplary teamwork, family support, technology provision and
- [Join our School](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/join/) - Heathcote is a non-selective, independent, co-educational school that welcomes applications from pupils from all social or cultural backgrounds who will profit from the educational opportunities that Heathcote provides and who will contribute fully and enthusiastically to the wider life of the school. Parents are welcome to attend one of our Open Days (please see the
- [Leaver Destinations](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/leavers-destinations/) - At Heathcote we are proud of all our pupils’ achievements. We work closely with parents to establish the academic and pastoral suitability of future schools for their child, focusing on the individual and what suits them best. On leaving Heathcote our children go on to a broad range of schools. Many remain in independent education, whilst
- [Inspections](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/inspections/) - [Pupils] acquire new skills and knowledge within a highly positive working environment, which is characterised by productive relationships between pupils and their teachers. The range of subjects taught ensures pupils have many opportunities to gain knowledge and develop skills. Almost all leavers progress to a place at their preferred choice of senior school. (ISI Report,
- [Our Nursery](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-nursery/) - Heathcote Nursery provides an excellent service to suit childcare needs, with the added benefits of the use of all our on-site school facilities and teaching staff. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, supportive ethos that recognises every child as a unique individual, deserving of the very best care and attention from our highly qualified, professional
- [Worry Box](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/worry-box/) - Sometimes it can be hard to tell someone if you have a worry. We hope we can always help you. If you have something on your mind please send Mrs Solsberg a message by filling in the form below. Please leave this field empty. Δ
- [Friends of Heathcote School](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/friends-of-heathcote-school/) - What we do Friends of Heathcote School is a registered charity run by volunteer parents. The purposes of the charity are: a. Developing effective relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with the school b. Engaging in activities or providing facilities or equipment which support the school and advance the education of the pupils. Pre-loved Uniform
- [Our Vision and Aims](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/vision-and-aims/) - Our Vision Each child will flourish and thrive in an exceptionally warm and friendly place to learn, where every child feels valued and recognised for their own unique gifts and talents. Every child will develop and celebrate their love of learning without boundaries, ensuring that they fulfil their potential. Each child will be curious, appreciative
- [Our School](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/) - Our Vision and Aims Each child will flourish and thrive in an exceptionally warm and friendly place to learn, where every child feels valued and recognised for their own unique gifts and talents. Every child will develop and celebrate their love of learning without boundaries, ensuring that they fulfil their potential. Each child will be curious,
- [Contact](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/contact/) - ADDRESSEves Corner, Danbury, Essex CM3 4QB WORKING HOURS (TERM TIME)Mon - Fri: 08:30-15:30 Weekends: Closed PHONE+44 (0)1245 223 131 EMAILenquiries@heathcoteschool.co.ukContact us Please leave this field empty. How did you hear about us? Search engineSocial mediaWebsiteFlyer/BrochureBannerPaper/MagazineFriend/word of mouthOther Security quiz: which is the bigger number: 2 or 8? All fields are required Please leave this field
- [Fundamental British Values](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/british-values/) - Fundamental British Values At Heathcote, we think it very important that our pupils develop a strong set of values and principles, and that they question and understand what it means to grow up in British society. We promote the core aspects of British values through the SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural) work that is
- [Curriculum](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/) - Nursery and Reception Heathcote Nursery & Reception provide a happy, warm, caring, stimulating Early Years environment for children aged from 2 years. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, supportive ethos that recognises every child as a unique individual, deserving of the very best care and attention from our highly qualified, professional team of staff. Read
- [Key Stage 1](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/key-stage-1/) - In Key Stage One, we provide our children with a smooth transition from Reception into a more formal but nurturing approach to teaching and learning. Following on from the Early Years Foundation Stage, our child-centred approach gives each child a part in shaping their own learning environment. Children are listened to, and as a result,
- [Uniform and Equipment List](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/uniform-and-equipment/) - Nursery and Pre-School Uniform (available from the school office) Jumper with school logo – £15 Polo shirt with school logo – £12 Legionnaires Cap – £10 Children may wear navy shorts/trousers/joggers/leggings/skirt and soft shoes/trainers of their choice. Reception to Year 6 (available from SchoolwearPlus, The Bringy Business and Antique Centre, Great Baddow CM2 7JW www.schoolwearplus.com)
- [Phonics Support for EYFS and Year 1](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/phonics-support-for-eyfs-and-year-1/) - Phonics Workshop January 2022 Phonics Supporting Document Techniques for learning your spellings Writing Devices Videos: Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 Video 5 Video 6 Video 7 Video 8 Video 9
- [Guide to Assessments](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/guide-to-assessments/) - The National Curriculum is a ‘mastery’ curriculum. Mastery is your child’s ability to apply their learning across the curriculum. This means, children must MASTER the objectives taught, rather than just be taught them. In the assessment of each unit of work children are assessed against the National Curriculum objectives. At Heathcote, there are five categories
- [Year 3 Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/year-3-learning/) - Year 3 Learning Yr 3 202_Air_Hotel_3000 Yr 3 self portraits Yr 3 three wishes hwk Lower KS2 Mental Addition problems mixed ks2 maths quiz Y3 Science – How Fossils are Formed all KS1&2 storyboard-template Yr 3&4 What is History Yr 3&4 What is my History Yr 3&4 Labelling countries of Europe Y3 Intergalactic Maths
- [Year 4 Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/year-4-learning/) - Year 4 Learning Yr 4 227_Homecoming Yr 4 Creating a poetic world Yr 4 Jigsaw Pieces Yr 4 jigsaw support sheet Yr 4 Jigsaw-Pieces-_-nrich.maths_.org_ Yr 4 Mental maths cards Y4 Science – Solids, Liquids and Gasses mixed ks2 maths quiz Lower KS2 Mental Addition problems all KS1&2 storyboard-template Yr 3&4 What is my History Yr
- [Year 5 Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/year-5-learning/) - Year 5 Learning Halloween SPAG Pack The-Log-Cabin-Year-5 An Unexpected Visitor Story Stimulus Controlling the Weather Story Stimulus Fairytale Story Stimulus Message in a Bottle Story Stimulus The King of Winter Story Stimulus The Mystery of the Burgled Bangers Activity The Mystery of the Putrid Pumpkin Activity The Mystery of the Unspinning Fidget Spinner Activity Y5
- [Year 6 Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/year-6-learning/) - Year 6 Learning Halloween SPAG Pack Summer-Suitcases-Year-6 An Unexpected Visitor Story Stimulus Controlling the Weather Story Stimulus Fairytale Story Stimulus Message in a Bottle Story Stimulus The King of Winter Story Stimulus The Mystery of the Burgled Bangers Activity The Mystery of the Putrid Pumpkin Activity The Mystery of the Unspinning Fidget Spinner Activity Y6
- [Year 2 Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/year-2-learning/) - Year 2 Learning alien adjectives apostrophes matching cards cut and stick connectives punctuating speech marks verbs and adjectives Add 3 One Digit Numbers Display Posters Addition and Subtraction Money Challenge Display posters challenge Hop Skip and a Jump Home Learning Tasks Magic Bag Home Learning Task Place Value Tic Tac Toe Home Learning Task Roll
- [Year 1 Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/year-1-learning/) - Year 1 Learning A Monster Surprise comprehension adding 2 2digit numbers crossing 10 or 100 adding 2 2digit numbers not crossing 10 or 100 Autumn Activity booklet Autumn Activity booklet answers doubles to 50 game Doubling Up to 100 – Set 1 Pack Contents Doubling Up to 100 – Set 1 Doubling Up to 100
- [Reception Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/reception-learning/) - Reception Learning Counting, Maths. Reception Letter Writing practise Reception sentance reading and matching Reception
- [Nursery Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/nursery-learning/) - Nursery Learning Dot-to-dot maths Nursery pencil control sheets Nursery phonics Nursery
- [Temporary Absence Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/temporary-absence-learning/) - Please click on the appropriate Year Group folder for your child’s work
- [Links for Learning](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/links-for-learning/) - Maths - General www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ ​www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/maths/ www.mathszone.co.uk www.supermathsworld.com www.coolmath.com www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy.html www.educationquizzes.com/ks2/ www.free-training-tutorial.com/ordering-numbersgames.html Maths - Key Stage 1 Multiplication tables practice: http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/maths/timestable/index.html 100 Square games: http://www.ictgames.com/mobilePage/hundredHunt/ ​Fractions (challenging): http://www.fractionmonkeys.co.uk/activity/ Shapes (2D shapes sorting activity): http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-shape-and-weight.html#MatchingPairs3Dshape ​3D shapes: https://www.nctm.org/Classroom-Resources/Illuminations/Interactives/Geometric-Solids/ Telling the time: http://www.ictgames.com/mobilePage/hickoryDickory/ Money: http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks1numeracy.html#Money_Box2Pound Investigation: http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/maths/leapfrog/index.htm Other: https://nrich.maths.org/9412 https://nrich.maths.org/9414 https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/5-7-years/counting http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks1numeracy.html http://www.ictgames.com/resources.html Maths - Key Stage 2
- [Microsoft Teams](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/microsoft-teams/) - The following links provide Microsoft Teams user guides for parents. Setting up and using Teams: https://aka.ms/TeamsEduGetStartedParents Making meetings in Teams easy: https://aka.ms/TeamsEduMeetingsParents Making learning from home easy with Teams: https://aka.ms/TeamsEduAccessibilityParents
- [History of the School](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/our-school/history-of-the-school/) - Mrs. K. Latham founded Heathcote School in 1935 to meet the growing need for an independent school in the Danbury area. The original school opened at Heathcote House on Danbury Common and moved to its present location around 1940. Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Greenland, acquired the school from the second owners, Mr. and Mrs. T.J.
- [Admissions](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/) - Join our School Heathcote is a non-selective, independent, co-educational school that welcomes applications from pupils from all social or cultural backgrounds who will profit from the educational opportunities that Heathcote provides and who will contribute fully and enthusiastically to the wider life of the school. Read more School Fees Click here for details of our
- [School Affiliations](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/school-affiliations/)
- [Prospectus](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/admissions/prospectus/) - To request a prospectus, please submit your details below Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your phone number (required) Postcode (required) Address 1 (required) Address 2 Town/City (required) Please leave this field empty. How did you hear about us? Search engineSocial mediaWebsiteFlyer/BrochureBannerPaper/MagazineFriend/word of mouthOther Δ
- [Nursery and Reception](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/curriculum/nursery-and-reception/) - Heathcote provides a happy, warm, caring, stimulating Early Years environment for children aged from 2 years. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, supportive ethos that recognises every child as a unique individual, deserving of the very best care and attention from our highly qualified, professional team of staff. Uniquely small and situated at the heart
- [Academic Results](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/academic-results-2/) - At Heathcote, we conduct termly assessments in Reading, Writing, Maths and Science. These are marked according to a growth mindset model using a scale of beginning, working towards, secure, exceeding and mastered. These are assessed against National Curriculum objectives. Reading and Maths are also assessed by standardised tests to provide standardised scores and also reading
- [Staff](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/staff/) - Staff area This is a secure area for staff at Heathcote School & Nursery. Log in or please drop into the school office or email us if you require a username and password.
- [Parents](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/parents/) - Parents area This is a secure area for parents of current Heathcote pupils. Log in or please drop into the school office or email us if you require a username and password. ParentMail is used for secure communication with parents.
- [Sample Page](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger
- [Test](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/test/) - HTML5 Test Page This is a test page filled with common HTML elements to be used to provide visual feedback whilst building CSS systems and frameworks. Text Headings Paragraphs Blockquotes Lists Horizontal rules Tabular data Code Inline elements Embedded content Images Audio Video Canvas Meter Progress Inline SVG IFrames Form elements Input fields Select menus

## Events

- [Summer Half Term](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/event/summer-half-term-2019/)
- [Summer Half Term Holiday Club 2019](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/event/holiday-club-summer-ht-2019/) - Heathcote School Holiday Club is back for the summer half term, from Tuesday 28th May - Friday 31st May 2019. All children aged 2-11 years welcome. On Tuesday, Mrs Dines will be holding a sewing workshop. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday there will be arts & crafts, games and outdoor learning. Contact holidayclub@heathcoteschool.co.uk to request places.
- [ISA National Ski Championships](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/event/event-2/) - Children will be taken to the competition in the school mini bus by Mrs Solsberg. The team will leave school at 8.30am and return by 3.30pm. Participating pupils need to wear their school uniform and blazer, and bring a drink and packed lunch (no nuts or chocolate) and appropriate ski-wear.
- [NSPCC Workshop for Parents](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/event/nspcc-workshop/)
- [May Bank Holiday - School Closed](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/event/may-bank-holiday-2019/)
- [Summer Term Starts](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/event/event-1/)

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## Teachers

- [Mrs Samantha Scott](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/sam-scott/)
- [Mrs Nadine Solsberg](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/nadine-solsberg/)
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- [Mrs Linda Barber](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/linda-barber/)
- [Miss Gemma Hermolle](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/gemma-hermolle/)
- [Mrs Lydia Moule](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/lydia-moule/)
- [Mrs Chris Dines](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/chris-dines/)
- [Mrs Debbie Hay](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/debbie-hay/)
- [Mrs Rachel Bayliss](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/rachel-bayliss/)
- [Mr Daniel Knight](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/daniel-knight/)
- [Mrs Lauren Baumber](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/lauren-baumber/) - Nursery Manager (on maternity leave)
- [Mr Liam Daniels](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/liam-daniels/)
- [Mrs Dawn Howles](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/mrs-dawn-howles/) - Teaching Assistant, Intervention Co-ordinator
- [Mrs Emma Clements](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/emma-clements/)
- [Miss Georgie Pennycook](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/georgie-pennycook/)
- [Mrs Lisa Mountain](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/lisa-mountain/)
- [Mrs Carole O'Brien](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/carole-obrien/)
- [Miss Sam Bennett](https://www.heathcoteschool.co.uk/teachers/sam-bennett/)

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