Shady Solar Eclipse

On Friday 20^h March we had a school breakfast to celebrate the solar eclipse.  Unfortunately, the clouds ruined the view but the assembly, where students shared work on the eclipse they had created such as poetry, posters, etc., and breakfast made up for it. At the breakfast we had pastries, porridge, coco pops, hot chocolate, orange juice, etc. We had to get there at 8:15am which meant that we had to wake up super early but it was worth it because we got an amazing breakfast and some epic solar eclipse glasses that will serve as souvenirs. Even though we couldn’t see the solar eclipse, we definitely felt it as it got colder and a bit darker. Everyone had tons of fun! 

Have you ever seen so many bananas? 

Well, at least we had fun with the glasses!

The Supreme Climbing Experience

On Tuesday 24^th March, all the classes from nursery to year 6 had the chance to climb a magnificently tall climbing wall (rock climbing wall). Many people managed to skilfully clamber to the top then abseil down slowly. For the people who reached the top it was a beautiful view, but even for those who didn’t, they still had a great experience. As soon as someone got past the bottom section everyone started encouragingly chanting like it was the end of the world. Finally, the end of the day came and everyone had an experience they would never forget. 

Whoa! That is really tall! 

Step by step to reach the top! 

Booktastic Doors

On Friday 6^th March we celebrated world book day. Unfortunately, we couldn't celebrate world book day on the 5^th due to the Astrodome visit but, we still had a great time. Fortunately, we had a door competition. The way to win it was to make the best book themed door. All of the classes took part, even Nursery and Reception. I thought year 5’s door was the best but they were all amazing.  What a great way to celebrate the wonderfulness of books!

A door fit for a gangster!

The doorway to Narnia!

Does this belong in a History museum?

Not that faraway, just down the hall.

Plants are growing...

Miss Clement has shared some exciting news with us! Some children have been helping to plant out spring primula and primrose flowers. The flowers were kindly donated to the school by Holland Park. 

Furthermore, the daffodils that the Reception class planted in the Autumn term are now fully bloomed and the children and are really pleased with their work, especially their planting skills. Well done, Reception children! 

Spring has sprung! 

They shoot, they score!

On Tuesday 10^th February, year 5 and 6 got the chance to play football versus each other. In the morning, year 6 had their training with a Chelsea coach called Matt. Then year 5 five had their training lesson before lunch. But when lunch ended it was game on! Firstly, Matt split the boys and girls into teams of 5. Then, the first groups from year 5 and 6 commenced their mini match. The year six’s were quickly dashing up the pitch. Boy, it was so close.

He shot, he scored! Then the match ended. For the boys the year 6’s won and for the girls, Year 5 won. The second match was a tie to the boys and another win for year 5. Everyone had a good fun day!

Which team will get the ball, which team's smiles will fall?

Here is the start of the action, out of the classes the teams are a fraction.

Boys cheering on their classmates.

Holiday Movers!

During the holidays the school has had some changes to Mr. Hale’s wonderful office space. He has moved to a larger and quieter office in Gordon Cottage.  We visited the new office space for the first time in order to conduct an interview. He said that, hopefully, it would have a better impact on the school; it would be easier for him to concentrate without being disrupted during school hours. Next, we interviewed our new office manager, Laurel Douglas. She has now taken Mr. Hale’s old office and is, therefore, able to work closer to the rest of the staff. There’s a large workspace so that 2-3 adults could work there at the same time which means that more work can get done at the same time. Here’s welcoming the new changes!

The headteacher's new office!

The new office manager's workspace! 

A Two Man Army

On Friday 20^th February some of the year 6’s went to an event called Express Yourself.  It was during the half term and a very little group of people went - only 13 people - 11 girls and 2 boys, myself included. We sang 3 songs: Let It Go, Shake It Off and Happy.  To prepare for this, about 2 months ago, a lady called Anna came in and taught us the lyrics and dance moves.  For me one song was quite embarrassing: Shake It Off. This was because there was one part where the boys were supposed to shrug their shoulders but as only 2 boys showed up, 11 girls were singing at 2 boys.  Anyway, it was very enjoyable and I had a good time and am happy we were able to participate in this event!

Is this a fair match?