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News Highlights
Mental Health
Awareness Week
Moreton Prep marked Mental Health Awareness
Week with activities that blended joy, calm and
reflection. The highlight was a visit from Fudge,
a gentle therapy dog whose presence brought
comfort, smiles and quiet moments of connection
across the school.
Year 4 pupils also embraced “Dog Yoga,”
combining mindful breathing with playful
stretches in an atmosphere of fun focus.
The week served as a reminder that caring for
mental wellbeing can be both meaningful and
uplifting — and that even the smallest acts, from
a stretch to a cuddle, can have a lasting impact.
A Day of History and
Adventure in Chester
Prep pupils enjoyed an unforgettable journey
into the past during a day of history and
adventure in Chester. At the Grosvenor
Museum, children stepped into the sandals of
Roman recruits, marching with the Legion to the
amphitheatre before launching a spirited “charge”
on their teachers — who, with varying degrees
of bravery, faced the attack. Our youngest
pupils explored Toys Through Time, tracing their
evolution and crafting their own playthings with
creativity and flair.
Year 6 ventured to the Cheshire Military
Museum, where their studies of the First and
Second World Wars came alive through authentic
artefacts and immersive storytelling.
From Romans to ration books, the trip provided
vivid, hands-on experiences that transformed
history from text on a page into memories the
children will carry with them.
Prep Pupils Deliver
Musical Afternoon
The Musgrave resonated with music and pride
as Moreton Prep pupils performed in an informal
recital for their parents. From lively drum solos
to tranquil piano pieces, the programme offered
variety and charm, with solos on trombone, cello
and clarinet showcasing the school’s breadth of
talent.
The recital celebrated not only musical skill but
also the pupils’ encouragement of one another.
Mrs Lott described it as “heartwarming to
see their genuine happiness for each other’s
successes.” The afternoon was uplifting,
memorable and a fine reminder of music’s
power to bring people together.
Moreton Prep Brings
Community Spirit to
Bluebell View
As part of Moreton Hall Prep’s Community
Club, pupils visited Bluebell View Care Home
in Oswestry, where laughter and conversation
quickly filled the room. Children and residents
cheerfully introduced themselves and shared
stories, with not a moment of quiet to be found.
The children were fascinated by the residents’
experiences — from a former Fleet Street
photojournalist to a remarkable 99-year-old, each
had something unique to contribute. Treats were
enjoyed together, and the children were touched
to receive handmade woollen gifts prepared
especially for them.
The visit was both joyful and meaningful, with
pupils learning as much as they entertained.
Friendships are already beginning to form, and
the children look forward to returning to share
their reading books.
It was a wonderful example of “Moreton Magic”
at work — building bridges across generations
and strengthening the ties between school and
community.
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