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September 2017
Abingdon
Preparatory School
Little did Crispin know that the entire school community had
been keeping a special farewell surprise a secret from him for
weeks! On 13 June Crispin’s work was interrupted and he was
whisked away from his study to fly in a light aircraft over the
school. Looking down he discovered all the boys, staff and Vice
Chairman of Governors spelling out APS on the field and waving.
Speaking about the unexpected treat, Crispin said, “This
morning’s experience came as a complete surprise. One
moment I was in my study and the next I was in the air over
South Oxfordshire. To fly over our school and see the whole
community gathered on the sports field was a magical sight.”
It was a very happy occasion for all and a wonderful way for
Abingdon Prep to give Crispin a memorable farewell as he
moves on to the Headship of the Dragon School, Oxford.
Boys thoroughly enjoyed hosting tea and
tours for over 150 of their grandparents,
they also proudly demonstrated their work
- much fun was had by all!
The WOW factor really exploded in Pre-Prep with a visit from the
creatures at Zoolab.
Year 7 learnt about different habitats
and the adaptations of plants and
animals at the Environmental Education
Centre at Sutton Courtenay.
A Fond Farewell
Young Blades
Welcome Visitors
Fencers took part in the Bucks, Berks and Oxon
Fencing Picnic where all five boys fenced extremely
well and thoroughly enjoyed themselves.