It has been another fantastically busy week for our pupils. Our KS4 pupils have had opportunities to extend their passion for English through a Macbeth theatre visit and a “Glow up your Grades” event. A representation of Year 10s participated in a city wide community event “Building and Intercultural City” where they were able to articulate their knowledge on their own faith, and their learnings on other faiths. We look forward to sharing their experiences with the rest of Year 10 next week. But my favourite event this week (and for the year) was our World Book Day dress up. Children from Pre-School to Year 9 dressed as their favourite characters and were joined by a number of staff. Linked to World Book Day, we hosted a number of Stay and Read sessions for parents in our primary phase.

Next week all of our secondary pupils will have science specific assemblies as part of British Science week. We are also holding our Year 6 into Year 7 Transition Welcome Evening and are looking forward to the Gaura Purnima festival day on Friday next week. For Gaura Purnima, we are delighted that we have been able to expand the co-curricular offer for our KS3 pupils to include a musical element, alongside our regular abhishek worship sessions.

PTFA Updates

On Friday 28th February, the PTFA elected their new committee at the rescheduled EGM. I am pleased to announce that Heten Tejura was re-elected as the PTFA chair and look forward to continuing the close work between the school and PTFA this year. Please do take the time to read their Spring Newsletter linked below.

FINAL PTFA SPRING 2025 NEWSLETTER

World Book Day

A few photos of our staff from yesterday…

Secondary Calendar

• Monday 10th March – Friday 14th March: British Science week
• Monday 10th March: Y10 Optician guest speaker
• Monday 10th March: Y7 Careers in Science Event (main hall)
• Tuesday 11th March: Y7 Space Expert guest speaker
• Tuesday 11th March : Y7 Avanti Sings workshop
• Tuesday 11th March: Y6 into Y7 Transition evening (Remote 4:30pm – 5:30pm)
• Wednesday 12th March: Y9 Space Expert guest speaker
• Thursday 13th March: Y7 and Y8 STEM Roadshow
• Thursday 13th March: Y8 Virtual Space guest speaker
• Friday 14th March: Y11 Wind turbine engineer guest speaker
• Friday 14th March: Pi Day Maths
• Friday 14th March: Gaura Purnima Celebration (Non uniform day)

Primary Calendar

• Monday 10th March – Friday 14th March: British Science week
• Tuesday 11th March: Primary: Spiritual Insight workshop: Golden Avatar (Remote 6:30pm – 7:30pm)
• Friday 14th March: Gaura Purnima Celebration (Non Uniform day)

Reading week highlights

Reading Week was a fantastic success, filled with exciting activities that brought our school community together to celebrate the joy of reading! Children embraced the fun with World Book Day dress-up, showcasing their favourite characters, while our competition winners were celebrated for their creative efforts. A captivating storyteller transported everyone into new worlds with their engaging tales, and parents joined in the excitement during the “Stop Everything and Read” workshop. The Reading Door Workshop also sparked creativity and children enjoyed joining in with story activities.

Competition winners:

Competition 1 EYFS: Keshvi , Anirudh J, Yuvraj D and Viaan B

Competition 2 KS1: Anaya , Rajveer B, Jiya M and Jahnvi K

Competition 3(Twitter): Anshika M and Parthsinh T

Competition 4 best dressed:  Kush O, Aavyaba G, Dhilan P, Dhun , Harshivsinh C, Avyaan P, Niya S and Harsharan S

 Gaura Purnima Festival

 On Friday 14^th March, the school will celebrate the birth anniversary of Sri Chaitanya, the Golden Avatar or divine incarnation of Lord Krishna, who appeared some 500 years ago. The festival day will engage children in learning about Sri Chaitanya through worship, art and storytelling. All children will be invited to a ceremony in our Worship Hall to participate in the traditional ‘bathing’ of Sri Chaitanya called abhishek.

To encourage the festive occasion, all children are welcome to come dressed in their traditional outfits or something celebratory. The Hindu scriptures state that no ceremony is complete without the sharing of sanctified food, therefore, all children and staff will be served a sumptuous lunch feast.

We would like to invite you to our Spiritual Insight Workshop on Tuesday 11th March at 6.30pm in which Mr Gajjar will be describing the life and teachings of Sri Chaitanya in preparation for the festival. You can join the workshop using this link: https://shorturl.at/83QzfT 

 Scholastic book fair is back!  13^th March- 18^th March

 Come and visit the Scholastic book fair in the Primary Yoga room on Thursday 13^th March – Tuesday 18^th March. We will be open all four days in the morning at 7.30am -7.55am and in the afternoon at 2.45pm-3.15pm. Don’t forget you can use your £1 book token towards your purchase.  

Reading Volunteers

We invite parents to join us in making a positive impact on our pupils’ literacy skills by volunteering to read with pupils in the classroom. This will be Monday – Thursday between 1.30pm-2.45pm during the Summer term. Your involvement can help foster a love of reading and encourage academic growth in a supportive and engaging environment. If you’re interested in volunteering, please fill out the initial interest form to get started! All forms will be reviewed, and a selection will be made based on experience.  Please see link below:

Primary Reading Volunteers – initial interest form

Please complete the interest form by Monday 17th March 2025.

We are looking  for total 4 of volunteers who can support on a weekly basis, 1.30-2.45pm throughout the summer term. Your time and enthusiasm can make a world of difference!

House colour event- Thursday 20th March 2025

We are extremely excited to be hosting our first House Colour dress up event for all Primary children (Reception upwards). This event will align with the Secondary event to help raise money for the associated charities:

Aether – Born Free

Air – The Air Ambulance Service

Cosmos – Microloan Foundation

Earth – Save the Asian Elephants

Fire – Fire Aid.org

Water – Water Aid

All children in Reception upwards will wear their house colour on the day and bring in £1.00 for the event which will go towards the above charities.

Pre-school: This week have been developing their knowledge of shapes by grouping 2D and 3D shapes. We learnt a rhyme to help us identify shapes “2D shapes are flat, 3D shapes are fat”. We then went on a 3D shape hunt around the classroom. What 3D shapes can you find in your home? We have also enjoyed creating our own emergency vehicles with different collaging materials. Can you spot any emergency vehicles on the road this weekend?

Reception: This week Reception have enjoyed reading week; they were visited by Hema the story teller, had a parent workshop, and even dressed up for World Book Day! They even shared their own stories in class, and were incredible story tellers

Year 1: This week Year 1 children have been learning about algorithms in programming. We started by giving our partner step by step instructions to create a picture or follow an action. We have learnt that each step has to follow a sequence for it to be successful. 

 Year 2: We have had a brilliant reading week! Our very own Mrs Rampersad from the office read us a fantastic story followed by our visitor, Hema from our local library! We’ve had an even had our first ever reading workshop in Year 2! It was brilliant

Stars of the week

All pupils who were a star of the week joined the ‘top table’ for lunch. A huge well done to: ……..

RRSA Article of the Week

Article of the Week – Rights Respecting Schools Award (unicef.org.uk)

RRSA Articles of the Week

Week 2: World Book Day

Article’s you could explore which link to this topic: 31

Article 31 (Leisure, Play and Culture)-  Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.

This week, we focused on the part in the article which alludes to the fact that children have the right to take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.  We also discussed other national days we have celebrated e.g. NSPCC Number Day, Red Nose Day or BBC Children in Need. We also explored how it felt to be a part of such a special event and discussed who our favourite book characters were.

 Here is a linked activity you can do at home:

Can you create a story map of your favourite book? Think about the order of the story, draw or write words to describe the main parts of the story, Can you retell the story to a friend using your map?

  Every week, children will be learning about an ‘Article of the Week’. This will help our children to learn and develop an understanding about the Convention on the Rights of the Child articles. Please help them learn this Article of the Week, and what this means.  

Primary School Calendar

March

13^th-18^th– Scholastic Book Fair

14^th – Gaura Purnima Festival day

20^th– House colour dress up event

April

9^th– Easter bonnet competition

– Pre-school Easter parent/ carer workshop 2.00am- 3.00am

10^th -Reception Easter parent/ carer workshop 1.30pm- 2.45pm

11^th  End of Term (Last day of school for children)

28^th– School open- pupils back to school

28^th – Earth Day celebrations- dress up.

We have an abundance of exciting events taking place throughout the academic year. Please ensure you keep up to date with the Primary school calendar to ensure you do not miss out on anything: Calendar – Avanti Fields School

Eid Al-Fitr Greeting Card Competition 2025

English Masterclass: Glow Up Your Grades

On Wednesday 5^th March, Year 11 took part in an English masterclass, ‘Glow Up Your Grades’, which was delivered by former teacher, TV presenter and GCSE examiner Mehreen Baig. During the session, students were able to see how they can level up their English skills and ultimately increase their potential in the exams. Mehreen, offered many tips which she readily shares on her successful YouTube channel. Those students who had purchased her revision book, ‘Glow Up Your Grades: The Ultimate Guide to Transforming Your English GCSE’, were also able to speak to Mehreen whilst they had their books signed.

Macbeth Live

Year 10 had the fantastic opportunity to watch Macbeth live on Tuesday 4^th March and it was a resounding success, offering an unforgettable experience that truly brought Shakespeare’s tragic play to life. Seeing the performance on stage allowed for a deeper appreciation of the emotions, intensity, and drama that can sometimes be lost in reading the text alone. The actors’ powerful delivery, especially Macbeth’s descent into madness and Lady Macbeth’s haunting guilt, made the play’s themes of ambition, fate, and morality even more striking. Watching the play live also helped deepen pupils understanding of Shakespearean language, as the actors’ tone and body language made the meaning clearer. Overall, the trip was an enriching and engaging experience, making Macbeth feel more vivid, memorable, and impactful than ever before.

Gaura Purnima Festival Celebration: Friday 14th March

We are celebrating Gaura Purnima Festival on Friday 14th March. Students are welcome to come in traditional dress for the day, appropriate to the festivity. Students not wishing to come in traditional clothes should wear school uniform. Students who have PE on the day may choose to NOT bring their kit, if they want to remain in their traditional clothes

Our festival celebration will have students spend time in the worship hall where they will get to bathe a the sacred deities of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Sri Nityananda Prabhu, the presiding deities of the school, and will be learning about the traditions and meaning behind Gaura Purnima celebrations.

Avanti Fields Talent Show 2025

We are excited to announce our 2nd Annual Talent show in the main hall on Thursday 20^th March 2025. The show will commence at 18:00 and doors will be opened from 17:00.

Refreshments will be available to purchase courtesy of the PTFA.   Please book your tickets on Parent Pay £3.50 per person. 

Junior Bake Off

The Assistant Producer at Love Productions; the production company behind The Great British Bake Off, The Great British Sewing Bee and The Great Pottery Throw Down. Have recently opened applications for the 11th series of Junior Bake Off; a Channel 4 programme that celebrates the culinary arts are contacting schools in the hope that you can help us spread the word regarding this exciting opportunity to students at Avanti Fields. If any students who are interested they can apply online at – www.applyforjuniorbakeoff.co.uk

They are looking for young budding bakers between 9-14 years old.

Filming would take place from July 2025, but applications close on Sunday 23rd March 2025.
Parents can contact the Production team on 0207 067 4833, should you have any questions regarding the
above.

enquiries: [email protected]

Students who are interested they can apply online at – www.applyforjuniorbakeoff.co.uk

Secondary: House Colour event: Thursday 20^th March

We are excited to share the date for the House colours non-uniform day: THURSDAY 20.03.25 to raise money for our House charities.

Please see below the arrangements for the non-uniform day:

• Students may wear full non-uniform but must represent their house colours.
• Year 10 House Captains will visit tutor groups to collect the £1 contribution during tutor time.
• Clothing must be appropriate and respectful.
• Hoodies are allowed but must not be worn inside the building.
• Students can dress up creatively in house colours—why not coordinate with friends for a fun theme?
• The bottom half of your outfit can be neutral, such as joggers, leggings, trousers, jeans, or skirts. Suitable shoes must be worn on the day.

Thank you for supporting this event, and we look forward to seeing everyone in their house colours, including staff!

Chaitra Navratri Garba Night with Jigar Soni!

The Ultimate Garba Experience is Coming to Leicester on Saturday 22nd March 2025, 6 PM – 10 PM at Avanti Fields School, Leicester (LE5 1FY) Get ready for Authentic Garba Magic with the Garba Guru himself – @jigarsoni.ssgd. Traditional Attire Encouraged. Non-Stop Garba Energy. 100% A Night You Won’t Forget! Tickets OUT NOW! ​***Early Bird Offer – First 100 Tickets at only £4! (£5 thereafter) Book now: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/swarni-arts/chaitra-navratri-garba-night-with-jigar-soni-leicester/e-egkqqy

Share with your Garba squad & spread the word.

Community Activities @ Avanti Field

Get Moving, Stay Fit, Feel Amazing!

Join our Dance, Fitness, Sports, and Yoga classes to boost your energy, improve flexibility, and stay in shape—all while having fun! Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, we have something for everyone. Most providers first class is free or low cost.

✔️ Dance – Groove to the rhythm & express yourself!

✔️ Fitness – Burn calories, build strength, and feel great!

✔️ Sports – Train, compete, and unleash your potential!

✔️ Yoga – Find balance, peace, and flexibility!

Why wait? Take the first step towards a healthier, happier you. Sign up today!

To find out more or register for any of the classes please use the following link:-

https://krishnaavantips.wufoo.com/forms/z1nqh0i70d8s885/

If you would like to suggest other classes you are interested in or know of a coach/teacher that is looking for a venue to host sessions please email [email protected]

Ramayana

Celebrate Ramanavami with a spectacular theatrical journey into the Ramayana

In partnership with ISKCON Leicester, we invite you to immerse yourself in the legendary tale of Lord Rama. Watch as his courageous quest to rescue Mother Sita from the demon Ravana unfolds on stage. This special performance, filled with drama and devotion, is a perfect way to commemorate this auspicious occasion.

Venue : Avanti Fields School, Bhaktivedanta Marg, Leicester LE5 0BX.
️*Date* : Saturday, April 5th, 2025.
Two showtimes : 3:00pm (doors open 2:30pm) and 7:00pm (doors open 6:30pm).
⏱️Running time: 70 minutes.

The performance is a show for all ages and snacks and refreshments are available to purchase before and after each show.

️Free onsite parking available.

️Tickets are just £5 per person (adults & children).
Book your tickets now:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/avanti-fields-ptfa
Late entry will be accommodated at specific breaks during the performance.

Communications – Wherever possible please use the contact form on our website to get in touch. This is detailed on the website at https://avanti.org.uk/avantifields/contact-us/. The appropriate member of staff will pick up the message and get back to you as soon as possible.

Absence

To report an absence to the school, parents should contact us by 8:00am (primary) and 8.30am (secondary) 

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0116 326 6813 (Option 1 to leave a voicemail) 

Please remember to state your child’s full name, tutor group and reason for absence. If your child is unwell, please could you give a brief description of the symptoms. 

All education research highlights how crucial it is to a child’s academic progress and wellbeing they attend school , on time, all of the time. Therefore, a reminder that it is important that families organise events or holidays outside of school time to ensure that their child is at school as often as possible.   

The school works closely with the Education Welfare Officer at LCC, and we do seek to ensure that any requests for authorised absence are dealt with on a case-by-case basis, in a sensitive manner. However, the school can never authorise a family holiday or a trip abroad to visit family members during term time.   

This academic year, families will have two weeks at the October half-term, three weeks at Christmas and two weeks at Easter for extended family holidays. Please do ensure that if booking holidays, they fall within the holiday periods.