Term 1 2025
Please note that the school will close early for Grade 3 -7 classes at 13.00 on Friday, 14 February. Micklefield are hosting the PGSGU Inter-Schools Gala at the Herschel Senior School pool and the Micklefield staff are needed to work at the gala. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Aftercare will continue as usual. Private extra-murals will continue as usual in their normal time slots. If girls need to wait for their extra-mural to start (yoga, hip-hop), they may attend Aftercare at no cost.
(More information under Events)
Our annual Sports Day is fast approaching on Saturday, 22 February at Micklefield from 06,45 – approximately 11.30. This is compulsory for all the girls from Grade 00 – Grade 7. The Grade 00 and Grade 0 classes are the only 2 classes who may leave at the tea break at approximately 09.15. Please see all the Sports Day information on the Ed-Admin Portal under Documents, Sport, Sports Day. The classes will be practicing during their Phys Ed lessons during the coming 2 weeks so they will be ready for the big day!
Please also fill up the rosters for cooldrinks, the Halaal boerewors rolls and the egg and bacon rolls.
Grade 7 Bake Sale
Grae 1-7 Civvies R30
Excitement is building for our annual Sports Day, where our girls will showcase their team spirit, determination, and athleticism! Join us for a morning of friendly competition, laughter, and community fun.
To make the day a success, we need parent volunteers to help run our refreshment stalls. If you’re able to lend a hand at the Egg & Bacon, Halaal Boerewors Roll, or the Cooldrink stall, please sign up on the volunteer roster [Sports Day Roster]. Your support ensures that everyone stays fueled and refreshed throughout the event!
We look forward to seeing you there—cheering on the girls and enjoying a wonderful day together.
If anyone is willing to volunteer as the coordinator of any of the stalls please email marketing@micklefield.co.za
The updated 2025 sport and extra-mural programme is available on the Ed-Admin Multi Portal App, under Documentation. Please check both the Term 1 and 4 (Summer) and the Term 2 and 3 (Winter) schedules when doing your planning for the new year. All information with regards to the private extra-murals on offer is available on the Ed-Admin Multi Portal App under Documentation, Sport/Extra-Murals. Please liaise directly with the extra-mural providers.
The tennis fixture lists are available on the Ed-Admin Multi Portal App under Documents, Sport. A reminder that the teams and venues for each week will be posted on the Sport Whatsapp group on a Monday. Venues might differ from the fixture list due to the availability of courts.
Swimming gala lists will be sent out every Wednesday on the class Sport Whatsapp group for those swimming in that Friday’s gala.
The PGSGU Inter-Schools for U10 – Open is taking place on Friday, 14 February at the Herschel Senior School pool from
14.45 – 17.00.
Only the selected swimmers will participate in this gala. No U8s or U9s participate in this gala. Any girls who are in the gala squad, but have not been selected to swim, are welcome to spectate.
Jeanne-Marie Engelbrecht has been doing our customized gum guards for many years. These are more suited to the older girls. A normal shop bought gum guard is absolutely fine, but if you are wanting a customized one for your daughter, please see the info under Documents, Sport. Hard copies have been given to all interested girls form Grade 3-7. These forms and POP must be returned to Sandi Blackbeard by Friday, 21 February.
We are holding pre-tour hockey clinics at Micklefield on Saturday, 25 January, 1 February and 8 February for any Grade 6 and 7 girls who would like to hone their skills. Please see the information in the Whatsapp group. The flyer can also be found on the Ed-Admin Multi Portal App under Documentation, Sport/Extra-Murals.
The annual hockey tour to Knysna is from Thursday, 20 March to Sunday, 23 March. The squad will consist of 14 players from Grade 6 and Grade 7 girls. Interested girls have been given a letter with tour information this week and a copy is on the Grade 6 and 7 Sport Whatsapp groups.
Last weekend, our Grade 1&2 and Grade 3&4 girls enjoyed an unforgettable evening under the stars at their annual campouts. The Grade 1&2 campers were enchanted by a magical storytelling session, where tales of adventure and wonder sparked their imaginations. Meanwhile, the Grade 3&4 girls put their game faces on for an exciting bingo night filled with laughter and friendly competition. It was a fantastic experience of bonding, fun, and outdoor adventure for all! 🌟⛺
Gr 4 PE lesson: working on balance, throwing and catching, bouncing and arm strength.
