We are thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of our pupils in the ISA STEAM competition. This year, our talented young minds from Years 3 & 4 and Years 5 & 6 have demonstrated exceptional creativity, problem-solving skills, and scientific knowledge. Years 3 & 4: Design and Build a Bridge Orion impressed the judges…
At the beginning of March, Crosfields School proudly entered three choirs into the Choral Section of the Woodley Festival of Music and Arts. Our Year 2 Choir was thrilled to receive the Star Trophy for the best infant choir. Both the Crosfields Lower Junior Choir and Upper Junior Choir performed beautifully, earning second place in…
Crosfields School was delighted to open its newly renamed nursery, Little Acorns, on 29 March 2025. This name beautifully reflects the journey of our pupils, who join us at the tender age of three and grow into strong, capable individuals, eventually becoming part of our Alumni programme, Crosfields Oaks, after leaving at Year 11. The event was…
Crosfields recently hosted an engaging webinar entitled “Creative Learning at Home”, aimed at transforming the way we think about home-based education. Moving beyond traditional tools like pens, workbooks, and tests, the webinar highlighted the importance of creating a nurturing home environment that fosters holistic development. The webinar emphasised creative learning strategies that are not limited to…
Attending a pre-school nursery offers numerous benefits for young children. It provides a structured environment where a routine is implemented into their daily lives. Giving children structure to their day helps children to gain a sense of security and independence. This supports and provides a strong foundation in preparing children for the transitional to Reception….
This year, our brilliant Year 5 and 6 pupils have taken on the challenge of the Quiz Club National Science Championships with incredible enthusiasm and skill. The team selection round saw all pupils giving their best, making the selection process a tough one due to their outstanding performances. We are over the moon to announce…
Crosfields recently held its highly anticipated Seniors House Music Competition, and it was a resounding success! The event featured an array of performances that highlighted the incredible musical talent of our Senior pupils. Participants from all four houses—Corylus, Ilex, Quercus, and Salix—competed in various categories, including solo vocal, instrumental, and group performances. Each act…
Feelings are complicated; they come in lots of different intensities, levels of energy and responses from our bodies. Increasingly, I was finding that children were struggling to manage their emotions, and although the children seemed to be coping with the day-to-day aspects of school life, parents were reporting that children were coming home from…
48 pupils who are our pioneers worked incredibly hard in forging a path and acting as role models for future year groups. We are delighted to announce that 96% of Crosfields GCSE entries were awarded grades 4-9, significantly above the national average of 67%. Impressively, 45% of these grades were awarded at the top levels…
In an inspiring display of innovation and creativity, Year 6 pupil, Jamie secured first place in the 2024 ISA STEAM Competition, outshining competitors with a brilliantly straightforward yet effective solution to the Egg Drop challenge. This annual competition encourages pupils from ISA Member schools to delve into modern-day problems, nurturing vital skills such as teamwork,…
