More House School, Frensham

The would like to congratulate Freddie on his latest singing accomplishment.

Freddie recently recorded a stunning cover of "The Prayer" (originally by Celine Dion & Andrea Bocelli) in duet with Jem Sharples of Tenors UnLimited. Jem, a professional tenor and also a parent at MHS, has been a wonderful mentor and support for Freddie. Their beautiful version of the song is now available on YouTube.

Freddie shared that he learnt so much from recording with Jem, and his invaluable input has been a tremendous support. This collaboration is a wonderful testament of our strong and supportive school community. Well done, Freddie. We can’t wait to see what you get up to next!

On a recent , Year Seven spent the day learning some useful life skills including how to change a duvet cover, seed potting and weeding. We hope that these new found skills are practised at home and come in useful!

The nicer weather has allowed us to resume taking the younger boarders on walks and to visit local parks and play areas in the evenings.

So far, have visited Frensham's Hollowdene recreation ground and Peakfield Park - Alice Holt and Frensham Ponds are also firm favorites!

Year 8 and 9 joined in with an online lesson by the Smallpeice Trust recently. The aim was to make Solar Towers and then to power them to turn using lamps the heat the air around them. ☀️ The boys did a great job... but the towers were a little reluctant to turn round!

Many thanks to the Maths department for facilitating the activity for the Science department. This is the product of the increased collaboration between these two STEM subjects this year.

𝗪𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚!⁠

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, a dynamic, qualified and experienced Finance Manager is sought to be responsible for the accounting and financial reporting functions in the school.

Please visit the vacancies page of our website to apply: www.morehouseschool.co.uk/vacancies

Our staff are committed and inspirational, transforming the futures of pupils with literacy and language-related additional challenges, by empowering them.

On a 'Careers Day' , Years 4-6 worked as chefs with Simon and our wonderful Catering team to make delicious treats at the ‘MHS Pizzeria’ 🍕

Together they kneaded and shaped the dough, and loaded it with tomato sauce and their choice of toppings before it was cooked in the outdoor pizza ovens. What an exciting activity for the Juniors, we hope they had great fun learning some useful culinary skills!

Summer is upon us and the are making the most of the lighter evenings and warmer weather.

The swimming pool opened at the start of term which is always a firm favourite for the boarders. The boys have also been taking to the school field for ball games and other evenings activities, having fun with friends outdoors.

If you think your son would benefit from turning the time spent travelling to and from school into social-confidence, extra-curricular activities and supported study time, please get in touch!
Remember - current day boys are welcome to trial boarding during term-time.

𝗪𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚!⁠

The School seeks an energetic and resourceful professional, possibly interested in developing their career in teaching, to supervise classes in the absence of their usual teacher. This is an exciting and varied role, affording the post-holder experience of a wide variety of age-ranges and subject disciplines.

Please visit the vacancies page of our website to apply: www.morehouseschool.co.uk/vacancies

Our staff are committed and inspirational, transforming the futures of pupils with literacy and language-related additional challenges, by empowering them. ⁠

2024 was a huge success, with a carnival atmosphere that brought together pupils from Year 4 to Year 10, their parents, and even family dogs. The day was filled with music, fun, and impressive sporting achievements. Thank you to all who made this such a memorable and enjoyable occasion.

Here are some highlights from the day! 📷

To read the full story from Mr Procter and to watch the highlights reel, visit our website: https://www.morehouseschool.co.uk/information/latest-news/sports-day-2024

𝗪𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚!⁠

The School seeks a highly creative, resourceful and energetic assistant to the Art and Drama departments, supporting teachers to deliver extraordinary experiences and opportunities for our pupils.

Please visit the vacancies page of our website to apply: www.morehouseschool.co.uk/vacancies

Our staff are committed and inspirational, transforming the futures of pupils with literacy and language-related additional challenges, by empowering them.

The annual second-hand book sale starts Monday 1st July in the with all books at 20p, or 6 for a £1, plus magazines and football cards available.

Congratulations to the latest group of boarders that reached 100 'pizza points' last half- term! Boarders also celebrated a momentous occasion as three boys reached 200 points - the first to do so!

Recently, Year 8s were investigating osmosis in Science.

They explored the effects of soaking an egg in a concentrated salt solution versus soaking it in pure water and how it affects the egg's mass 🥚

The shell is waterproof, so the boys had to soak the eggs overnight in vinegar which reacts with the calcium carbonate in the shell, stripping it away and leaving the porous membrane behind.

One of the eggs was also dyed with food colouring so we could see some of the internal structure... take a look!

NEVER A DULL MOMENT IN BOARDING...

One of the Year 11s organised a football tournament for the older boarders last
half-term. With a little help from staff, the boys played, refereed and acted as linesmen one summer's evening.

truly make the most of their evenings. They engage in a variety of enrichment activities and trips which allow them to pursue their passions, try new things, strengthen friendships and make memories.

If you are considering boarding, visit the website to find out more: www.morehouseschool.co.uk/boarding

The Friends of More House are holding Proms in the Park 2024 on 10th July from 17:00 - 19:30!

Join us for an evening of fun at and experience the incredible talent of the MHS boys, staff and community. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience 🎼🥁

Book your tickets on Classlist now!

Last call!

- if you are able to support the Frensham Fayre by donating a bottle or two for the tombola, the deadline for handing into Reception is 5.30pm on Wednesday this week. Thank you so much for your generosity.

Remember, the Frensham Fayre is this Saturday (15th June) and great family fun, with the procession from 12.45pm though the village, featuring music from More House pupils. Come and join us! 🌼☀️

had an unexpected visitor earlier this week 🦊

This little fox was sunbathing on the grass behind one of the offices near Main House.
We managed to take a couple of lovely photos from a safe distance before it scuttled back off through the hedges.

To mark the occasion of World Bee Day last half-term, Simon John and the fantastic created a taster menu featuring all things honey...

Pupils and staff were given the chance to try special treats such as:

- Raw set honey on toast
- Greek yoghurt with runny honey
- Homemade baklava with honey
- They were delicious!

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We are so proud of the Year Seven boys who organised a cake sale in aid of Cancer Research last half-term.

This event was a huge (and delicious) success with £217 raised! Thank you to all those who donated and bought cakes to support this fantastic cause.

We are pleased to report that the school bell has, at last, been hung for ringing on the side of the Chapel of Christ the King!

The bell pre-dates all current employees of and had been clumsily fixed on a bracket in various locations with a sorry chain and large nut fitted inside to sound it. The bell has no inscription other than ER 1952, so was undoubtedly cast to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation.

This year a new frame and hanging fittings have been created to allow the bell to be swung and sounded properly. John Taylor & Co. of Loughborough kindly supplied an iron clapper to go inside the bell and the frame has been painted in colours. Our talented maintenance department then finalised the framework and rope chute to allow the bell to be operated from inside the Chapel before hanging it in its new location.

It is anticipated that the bell will be rung to signal the end of break times and possibly to announce services in the Chapel. Thanks to all involved in making this project come to fruition.

Our favourite feathery visitors returned to roost in The Shire at More House again this year.

The MHS picked up some images of 8 little eggs in the bird box a few months ago. These eggs were looked after and soon 8 chicks emerged from their shells 🐦🐣

The chicks quickly found their voices and started to call out for food as they grew.

All chicks have now fledged, and we hope they are doing well in the big wide world!

Our Year 6 pupils recently received their 'leavers' jumpers and here they are wearing them with pride!

These jumpers are to signify the boys transitioning from the Junior School into the Middle Years at More House in September.

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Yesterday was Sports Day 2024!

We hope that all of our visitors enjoyed watching the boys put their all into each jump, throw and race. The atmosphere was exciting and full of support and cheer from start to finish.

Personal bests were achieved, records were broken, and the team spirit and sportsmanship was fantastic to see. Well done to everyone who took part and special congratulations to the overall winners of Sports Day and the Trinity 1 half-term House Point Champions: KNIGHT! 🔵🏆

It’s Sports Day 2024!

Best of luck to everyone competing today – we can’t wait to see how you get on!

Welcome to all our visitors coming to watch and cheer the boys on. There is already such an amazing atmosphere.