Secondary Parents' Bulletin 06.03.26
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Head of Secondary's Message
This week, we were delighted to celebrate Gaura Purnima as a school community. Thank you to Mrs Thornton and Ms K Patel for their excellent planning and organisation of the festival day, and to Mr Thornton for supporting with Collective Worship throughout the day. It was wonderful to see so many of our students and staff embracing the celebration, including wearing traditional attire and taking part in the activities.
Next week we will also be marking British Science Week in school. Students will have opportunities to engage with a range of science competitions designed to spark curiosity, creativity and a deeper interest in the world around them.
A reminder to Year 8 parents and carers that the Avanti Quest residential information meeting will take place online on Thursday 12th March at 5:30pm. Please refer to the email that has been sent out which contains the link to join the meeting. Important information will be shared with parents and students to support preparation for this exciting residential experience.
Warm regards
Ms N Kholia
Calendar Updates
Monday 9th March - Friday 13th March: British Science week
Monday 9th March: Secondary Form Photos
Tuesday 10th March: Y11 Knife crime and county lines assembly
Thursday 12th March: Y9 Knife crime and county lines workshops
Department / Student Updates
Young People’s views on democracy
On Tuesday 3rd March 2026, we welcomed Chris Pich, Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Nottingham, who is working on a study with the Electoral Commission about young people’s views on democracy and voting. This is ahead of 16-year-olds being given the vote in time for the next General Election.
Our students shared their views during a detailed interview which will become part of a national study, with their contributions potentially being published in research papers, academic articles, and books. Well done to the below students who represented our school so well with their articulate and knowledgeable contributions!
Jenny B 10Aether
Manaank P 10Cosmos
Manav M 10Cosmos
Sanjeevan U 10Earth
Devam T 10Fire
Avanti's Got Talent 2026
This year's talent show is fast approaching! It will take place on Friday, 20th March from 17:30 - 19:00 (doors open at 17:00). Snacks will be available to purchase before the show and during the interval. Tickets can be bought through Arbor 'School > Payments > School Shop > School Shop Products' for £3.50 each.
Workshops by Leicester City Youth Service
As part of the PSHE curriculum, Year 11 and Year 9 will be attending a workshop next week delivered by the Youth Service. The workshops are aimed to educate young people on the laws and effects of knife crime and to develop knowledge and safety. Subjects covered will include joint enterprise and the impact on victims, families and the wider society. We are very excited to welcome the Youth Workers into Avanti Fields and hope that the students find the workshops interact and informative.
The workshops will form part of the usual daily timetable and will not affect start time, break, lunch or home time. Each tutor group will attend 1 x 55-minute session. Workshops are designed to be age appropriate and tailored to each year group.
Workshops and an assembly are also scheduled for other year groups as listed below, and reminders will be sent in due course.
Tuesday 10th March - Assembly for Year 11
Thursday 12th March - Workshops for Year 9
Wednesday 15th April - Workshops for Year 7
Divine Creativity Club: Mandala Creation by students (Y7 & Y8 )
As part of Devine creativity club students of Y7 and Y8 enthusiastically learned about the well-known ancient spiritual art of mandala/rangoli, traditional Indian art forms deeply rooted in culture and symbolism. A mandala represents harmony, unity, and the universe, while rangoli is a decorative art created on floors during festivals to welcome positivity and prosperity. During learnings of mandala/rangoli, art students learned about history, variations of art form, cultural and spiritual significance and science behind the art form.
Inspired by the festive season of Gaura Purnima, the students created stunning mandala design with colourful flowers and peacock feathers ( made out of Foam). The intricate patterns reflected creativity, patience, and an understanding of symmetry and balance. The vibrant floral arrangements combined with the elegance of peacock feathers added beauty and cultural richness to their artwork. The mandala project beautifully blended creativity with cultural learning, making it a meaningful and memorable experience for everyone involved.
Students involved in above project:
Smera R 8Earth Jiya M 7Aether
Hanaya K 8Cosmos Mukta K 8Air
Mya P 7Aether Ava G 7Cosmos
Vidhi S 7Air Paridhi J 7Water
Diya R 7Earth Mya P 7Aether
Ridhi M 7Cosmos Vishwa B 8Water
Ananya G 7Air Jasmin B 7Air
Parents and Carers resources for Spring Term
Please see link below to register for the live parents and carers webinars and access resources:
SENDIASS Information :
Please find enclosed our leaflet for parents and carers of young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs or disabilities.
PTFA Events
Bhajan & Kirtan
Join the PTFA for a spiritually uplifting afternoon of Bhajan and Kirtan with Sailesh Bhai Raja and his group, who will bring heartfelt devotional music for the whole family to enjoy.
This special gathering is completely free - our humble way of expressing gratitude and saying thank you to the community for your continued support of our causes.
Come sing, reflect, and experience the joy of devotion together.
Community External Events
Bhajan Jam
✨LAST CHANCE TO BUY ✨ Over 1200 tickets already sold…. Why not treat that someone special to an early Mothers Day Treat.. you will not be disappointed 🎶
Inspired by the global Bhajan Jamming movement, we're creating what we hope will be Leicester's Largest Bhajan Jam, bringing devotion, live music and community together in a modern, immersive way.
Funds from the event will be donated to 'Go Dharmic Charity & Avanti Fields School'
To see more clips from Bhavik's London event have a look here on the Bhajan Jam UK page:
Book Tickets using the link below:
Sunday 8th March 2026
Prajapati Hall, Leicester
Bhavik Haria - Bhajan Jam Leicester
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