Just a quick note from Mrs Doran and Mr Pattrick...
Morning All! A relatively quiet last night (by 11:30 all were asleep) with a rather early start at Mrs Doran's end of the hotel. Bright and sunny this morning this morning with clear blue skies - when I spoke to Mr Pattrick they were already down on the beach. Off to Osbourne house for the day today, leaving in around 15 minutes. Last night children "swam" in the sea and ran off energies playing football and rugby. Amazing how immune children are to cold water!
Sounds like the children and the adults(!) are all enjoying themselves!
Hope you all have a good day! Enjoy the weather.
Mrs Clements
Tuesday, 10 June 2014
Sunday, 8 June 2014
Quick reminders
What a glorious day this has turned into!
On that note- having watched the long range weather forecast this lunchtime it does, at the moment, look warm, dry and settled for the week ahead. Now whilst this is England and we all know that it could change at any time I felt this would be a good time to remind for you all for the last time about the importance of sun hats, sun cream and water bottles.
Although the days look set to be warm we will be down on the beach into the evening so please make sure old, warmer clothing is also packed for playing in the sand and possibly the smaller waves- nothing above knee height, that's as deep as I am prepared to go in the cold waters of the Channel!
On the topic of pocket money- please pack some of your child's money in their suitcase, if they only have the daily amount for tomorrow in their rucksack then there is no chance of them losing their spending money for the whole week in one go. Named purses and wallets please.
If your child is desperate to sport their leavers hoodie whilst away do make sure it is clearly named- they are all identical and mainly one size!
It will be great to see year 6 in their newly designed and decorated t-shirts for the journey.
We look forward to seeing you all from 8 a.m. tomorrow with a departure time of 8:30 a.m. so early to bed and see you bright and early in the morning- that's not just for the adults accompanying us!
Mrs Doran
On that note- having watched the long range weather forecast this lunchtime it does, at the moment, look warm, dry and settled for the week ahead. Now whilst this is England and we all know that it could change at any time I felt this would be a good time to remind for you all for the last time about the importance of sun hats, sun cream and water bottles.
Although the days look set to be warm we will be down on the beach into the evening so please make sure old, warmer clothing is also packed for playing in the sand and possibly the smaller waves- nothing above knee height, that's as deep as I am prepared to go in the cold waters of the Channel!
On the topic of pocket money- please pack some of your child's money in their suitcase, if they only have the daily amount for tomorrow in their rucksack then there is no chance of them losing their spending money for the whole week in one go. Named purses and wallets please.
If your child is desperate to sport their leavers hoodie whilst away do make sure it is clearly named- they are all identical and mainly one size!
It will be great to see year 6 in their newly designed and decorated t-shirts for the journey.
We look forward to seeing you all from 8 a.m. tomorrow with a departure time of 8:30 a.m. so early to bed and see you bright and early in the morning- that's not just for the adults accompanying us!
Mrs Doran
Thursday, 5 June 2014
First week back
Another busy week is drawing to a close.
Yesterday saw Elm's first aid training, tomorrow it is Elder's turn to learn how to apply basic first aid in an emergency situation, a really interesting session which leaves the children with skills they will have for life.
Today a very enjoyable afternoon was spent out on the field whilst virtually the whole of crabtree Juniors was involved in our very own Football World Cup competition. It really is a fantastic side of Crabtree- teams of players, organised by their year 6 captains, refereed by year 6 and the majority of the school playing at some point during the afternoon for their 'home country'. We await the results tomorrow with anticipation.
Looking ahead to next week we are getting very excited about our departure to the sunny shores (we hope) of the Isle of Wight.
Below is a copy of the kit list sent out earlier in case it has gone astray.
Children in Elder have today brought home a luggage label, Elm will get theirs tomorrow. This needs to be attached either to their suitcase or rucksack.
Please remember to ensure that your child has a strong water bottle, a sun hat, a packed lunch for the first day and a snack for the afternoon on that first day to eat on the ferry crossing.
I have been in touch with the coach company and unfortunately there will not be a DVD player on this coach so the children have been told to bring something, non electrical, to entertain themselves with on the journey.
It just remains for me to wish you all a happy weekend and a quiet week, next week. See you all bright and early for our 8:30 departure on Monday morning.
Mrs Doran
¨
A holdall
or a small suitcase which you child will be able to carry from the coach to the
hotel (there are some steps!)
¨ 2 pairs trousers (beware new jeans can chafe when walking)
¨ Tracksuit or joggers and sweatshirt
¨ Shorts
¨ Sufficient T-shirts; socks and underwear for five days
¨ Sturdy coat preferably waterproof (with hood if possible)
¨ Sun hat/baseball cap
¨ Swimming costume/trunks and towel (for paddling!)
¨ A warm sweater
¨ Good, supporting trainers or shoes for walks - not plimsolls or canvas shoes or heeled shoes. (We have found that it is inadequate socks and canvas shoes that lead to blisters.)
¨ Additional footwear and indoor wear
¨ Pyjamas
¨ Cuddly toy
¨ Large and small towel; toiletries; sun cream
¨ Shower cap – for children with long hair
¨ A plastic bin bag or similar to isolate dirty laundry!
¨ Book; magazine; travel games (no personal CD players/DS etc/MP3/iPod)
¨ A camera if you wish (a disposable camera may be more suitable)
¨ A purse or money belt
¨ A 500ml drink bottle named with waterproof pen; preferably more robust than a small soft drink or mineral water bottle.
¨ A stamped (1st class) and addressed postcard for your child to write home
¨ Pencil case, pens etc as usually used in school
¨ A5 sketch pad (this is used for sketching and note-taking through week - card backing saves having to take clipboards and this size fits well into backpacks).
Yesterday saw Elm's first aid training, tomorrow it is Elder's turn to learn how to apply basic first aid in an emergency situation, a really interesting session which leaves the children with skills they will have for life.
Today a very enjoyable afternoon was spent out on the field whilst virtually the whole of crabtree Juniors was involved in our very own Football World Cup competition. It really is a fantastic side of Crabtree- teams of players, organised by their year 6 captains, refereed by year 6 and the majority of the school playing at some point during the afternoon for their 'home country'. We await the results tomorrow with anticipation.
Looking ahead to next week we are getting very excited about our departure to the sunny shores (we hope) of the Isle of Wight.
Below is a copy of the kit list sent out earlier in case it has gone astray.
Children in Elder have today brought home a luggage label, Elm will get theirs tomorrow. This needs to be attached either to their suitcase or rucksack.
Please remember to ensure that your child has a strong water bottle, a sun hat, a packed lunch for the first day and a snack for the afternoon on that first day to eat on the ferry crossing.
I have been in touch with the coach company and unfortunately there will not be a DVD player on this coach so the children have been told to bring something, non electrical, to entertain themselves with on the journey.
It just remains for me to wish you all a happy weekend and a quiet week, next week. See you all bright and early for our 8:30 departure on Monday morning.
Mrs Doran
KIT LIST – Isle of Wight 2014
¨ 2 pairs trousers (beware new jeans can chafe when walking)
¨ Tracksuit or joggers and sweatshirt
¨ Shorts
¨ Sufficient T-shirts; socks and underwear for five days
¨ Sturdy coat preferably waterproof (with hood if possible)
¨ Sun hat/baseball cap
¨ Swimming costume/trunks and towel (for paddling!)
¨ A warm sweater
¨ Good, supporting trainers or shoes for walks - not plimsolls or canvas shoes or heeled shoes. (We have found that it is inadequate socks and canvas shoes that lead to blisters.)
¨ Additional footwear and indoor wear
¨ Pyjamas
¨ Cuddly toy
¨ Large and small towel; toiletries; sun cream
¨ Shower cap – for children with long hair
¨ A plastic bin bag or similar to isolate dirty laundry!
¨ Book; magazine; travel games (no personal CD players/DS etc/MP3/iPod)
¨ A camera if you wish (a disposable camera may be more suitable)
¨ A purse or money belt
¨ A 500ml drink bottle named with waterproof pen; preferably more robust than a small soft drink or mineral water bottle.
¨ A stamped (1st class) and addressed postcard for your child to write home
¨ Pencil case, pens etc as usually used in school
¨ A5 sketch pad (this is used for sketching and note-taking through week - card backing saves having to take clipboards and this size fits well into backpacks).
Friday, 23 May 2014
A quick note
Just a short final blog of the half term.
Just to let any parents who were unable to make the meeting on Monday 19th May about school journey know that all the information was included in the e mail sent out to you earlier this week. I was going to put it on the blog, but it proved too long for one publication!
On the subject of homework- enjoy a free week! Having worked so hard towards and during the SATs week we decided it was only fair for year 6 to have bit of time off from homework- it will restart after half term.
Have a happy half term.
The year 6 team
Just to let any parents who were unable to make the meeting on Monday 19th May about school journey know that all the information was included in the e mail sent out to you earlier this week. I was going to put it on the blog, but it proved too long for one publication!
On the subject of homework- enjoy a free week! Having worked so hard towards and during the SATs week we decided it was only fair for year 6 to have bit of time off from homework- it will restart after half term.
Have a happy half term.
The year 6 team
Friday, 16 May 2014
And finished!
What a week!
Tired, but elated year 6 relaxed in the hall to some very calming music and then descended on the front garden for their long awaited picnic.
Thankfully, the sun shone and everyone enjoyed eating al fresco with the added bonus of a slice of pizza courtesy of Crabtree, Mr Pattrick and Pizza Express!
Alongside the picnic, there was a game of charades in our outdoor theatre and a very purposeful group of parents took photos for the year book. A huge thanks to them for all their work in organising the end of year events and momentoes.
See below for some pictures of the day...
Tired, but elated year 6 relaxed in the hall to some very calming music and then descended on the front garden for their long awaited picnic.
Thankfully, the sun shone and everyone enjoyed eating al fresco with the added bonus of a slice of pizza courtesy of Crabtree, Mr Pattrick and Pizza Express!
Alongside the picnic, there was a game of charades in our outdoor theatre and a very purposeful group of parents took photos for the year book. A huge thanks to them for all their work in organising the end of year events and momentoes.
See below for some pictures of the day...
Thursday, 15 May 2014
One day to go...
Well it's the end of another day packed full of hard working year 6 children. Today saw the end of the maths papers- very fair papers across the board and the children, over the last two days, have really set to and given it their all.
Everyone was very relieved to get to lunch time today when those children who had sat the additional two level 6 papers after break this morning gave themselves a round of applause and had a level 6 treat!
Tomorrow brings the final round when science is the subject of the day. These last two papers are marked internally, but the children, I am sure will continue to give it their full attention.
After the science papers have been completed tomorrow we shall be having a short relaxation time when Mrs Wheeler, one of our amazing team of teaching assistants within the school, will be leading the session to help the children unwind- hopefully providing them with some techniques they can use in the future. The children have been told today to bring in a small cushion for this activity.
Following the relaxation everyone will be going out into the garden for what promises to be a sunny year 6 picnic- a calm and enjoyable end to a very busy week.
W are all immensely proud of how the children have risen to the challenge of this week and whatever the outcome, we are certain that the children have done their best.
Looking ahead to the weekend. Let's hope that the sunshine remains and that everyone has a relaxing and enjoyable time.
A very proud year 6 team!
Everyone was very relieved to get to lunch time today when those children who had sat the additional two level 6 papers after break this morning gave themselves a round of applause and had a level 6 treat!
Tomorrow brings the final round when science is the subject of the day. These last two papers are marked internally, but the children, I am sure will continue to give it their full attention.
After the science papers have been completed tomorrow we shall be having a short relaxation time when Mrs Wheeler, one of our amazing team of teaching assistants within the school, will be leading the session to help the children unwind- hopefully providing them with some techniques they can use in the future. The children have been told today to bring in a small cushion for this activity.
Following the relaxation everyone will be going out into the garden for what promises to be a sunny year 6 picnic- a calm and enjoyable end to a very busy week.
W are all immensely proud of how the children have risen to the challenge of this week and whatever the outcome, we are certain that the children have done their best.
Looking ahead to the weekend. Let's hope that the sunshine remains and that everyone has a relaxing and enjoyable time.
A very proud year 6 team!
Tuesday, 13 May 2014
The second day is done!
Another day completed!
Today the children completed the grammar, punctuation and spelling tests. Once again, the children impressed everyone in the school with their conscientious approach to the tests and we are sure that they all performed to the very best of their ability.
As you know we are completing some light-hearted activities in the afternoons this week. We hope that this is helping the children to relax and that they are enjoying spending time with each other (and us). We are certainly enjoying it! This afternoon the children had PE and French. Tomorrow afternoon we will begin designing our T-shirts for the Isle of Wight trip.
Take care
The year 6 team
Today the children completed the grammar, punctuation and spelling tests. Once again, the children impressed everyone in the school with their conscientious approach to the tests and we are sure that they all performed to the very best of their ability.
As you know we are completing some light-hearted activities in the afternoons this week. We hope that this is helping the children to relax and that they are enjoying spending time with each other (and us). We are certainly enjoying it! This afternoon the children had PE and French. Tomorrow afternoon we will begin designing our T-shirts for the Isle of Wight trip.
Take care
The year 6 team
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