Chronicle 12 May 2017

Cranmore Chronicle 12 May 2017 Editor: Mrs R Spooner

In This Issue...

• The Headmaster

• Books on Stage

• Out of School Achievements

• Swimming News

• House News

• SATIPS Ski Championships

• Golden Awards - Junior Department

• Tennis News

• Marvellous Merits - Junior Department • Music News • Supermerits - Senior Department • Athletics / Gym Half Term Camp • Bright Stars News • New Multi Use Games Area

• Second Hand Shop Newsletter

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Dear Parents This edition has plenty of news on recent sporting activities including swimming, skiing, tennis and, of course, a first for Cranmore which is NETBALL. The photos show the children having great fun playing on our brand new Multi-Use Games Area.

There are also some splendid photos of our Bright Stars children having a wonderful time during the recent visit of the Fire Brigade.

I know many parents have enjoyed the Music Department’s Open House this week in which there was an opportunity to observe the various peripatetic staff giving lessons across a wide range of instruments. On Wednesday at 5 pm we shall be hosting SING! This is an opportunity to hear our choirs in action We are also looking ahead to next Friday when we shall be hosting a live broadcast of the BBC radio programme: Any Questions? We are expecting some notable politicians on the panel which is sure to create some lively debate as we head towards a general election.

Michael Connolly

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Dear Parents We are always delighted to hear news of events and activities the children are participating in outside of school.

This week we heard of three great achievements, some closer to home, others with a European flavour!

Thomas and his team from Guildford Fireflies travelled to Paris and were the winners in their UII Ice Hockey tournament. Michael, Noah and Joshua, who is in our Junior Department, were also members of the winning team. They were undefeated throughout the whole championship, a magnificent achievement!

James didn’t have to travel quite so far! He was competing in the English Primary Schools’ Chess Championship in Oldham. James played for the Surrey (Wey Valley) team, winning all three of his matches, again another great success. The team finished third in the overall competition.

Finally we heard news of Freddie’s wonderful success in a triathlon event, held here in Guildford. He was in 6 th place after the water section and moved up to 2 nd place in the bike race, finally overtaking the boy in front of him to come in first in the boy’s race.

Very well done and our warmest congratulations to all the children for all their fantastic efforts. It is always great to hear news of events and activities they are involved in away from school.

Susan Walker Deputy Head

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House News Stokes do the double!

Highest Merit Total in the Junior Department last week: Stokes

Highest Merit Total in the Senior Department last week: Stokes

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Junior Department Golden Awards Week ending 5th May 2017

Name Charlotte Millington

Class

Reason for award

LJ

For always trying her best and listening carefully to instructions. Well done, Charlotte!

For super listening and for always putting his hand up to answer questions in class. A great start to the new term. Well done, Maximus!

Maximus Gates Harrison Carpenter

LC

For being such a kind and positive member of our class. Anna always compliments and praises her friends’ work and achievements.

Wonderful, Anna!

Anna Robinson

Aadi Paul

LL

Annabella Organ Leah Walters

MC

MG MH

US

UW 1G

Ben Fortescue

For making a real effort in his English and Art work and creating his very own Fantastic Beast!

For showing real ability in his Maths work and working out division with some tricky remainders.

1R

Ben Jales Daniel Downing

For his excellent effort in Maths this week working with money.

For writing a super story based on an unusual pet. Well done, Ben!

Austin Barnes Harry Flack

For being so sensible at all times and for looking after his belongings so beautifully.

For thinking of lovely prayers and thoughts during R.E. and Assembly.

Benjamin Middleton Josh Weatherall

For listening to instructions and for his enthusiastic attitude towards all his work. Keep it up, George!

For super work in doubles and halving. Well done, Matthew!

CĂĄitlin Watkins Eddie Birtchnell

For fantastic use of adjectives in his writing! Well done, Rico!

For sharing creative ideas in our writing sessions. Keep it up, Harry!

Matthew Oakenfull Sam Barklam

For sharing some excellent ideas in our topic work discussion.

For having a brilliant attitude to his class work and for always trying his hardest.

Harry Ivings George Steen

For his boundless enthusiasm for everything we do. Well done, Aadi!

For a cheerful and enthusiastic approach to all her work. Super, Annabella!

Jack Brod Rico Tarbuck

For a fantastic start to the new term, listening well and having a positive attitude to doing his work. Keep it up, Harrison.

For showing great perseverance in all tasks. Well done, Harry!

For making sure his work is so neat and tidy! Well done, Ben!

1S

For behaving in a really mature manner in class and demonstrating an excellent work ethic.

For an amazing effort using a new method in division and concentrating really hard on his work.

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Junior Department Marvellous Merits Week ending 5th May 2017

LJ LC LL MC MG MH US UW 1G 1R 1S

Oscar Tramontano David Yang Joshua Taylor Charlie Cooke Amy Wiesener Isobel Spooner James Downing James Brooke Thomas Spencer Joseph Norton Stanley Gwanoya

Emily Tramontano Elijah Maucksch Jack Thompson Rocco Hughes Hattie Hodgson Hugo Jones Sophie Lovett Joe Evans Geronimo Devitt Seth Hillas Oliver Chapman

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Senior Department Supermerits

Armitage, Jake Boyle, Liam Burton, James Cook, Rafe Crehan Mills, Jacob Earle, Michael Earle, Michael Galbraith, Finlay Howes, Joseph Inglis, James Lesser, Dylan McLean, Max Musgrave, Harvey Seeback, Noah Toone, William Wardell, Jude Wardell, Jude Wilson, Joe

Borelli Tylor Tylor Radford Morton Morton Morton Radford Borelli Morton Bowen Bowen Borelli Borelli Morton Stokes Stokes

4C 4C 4P 3C 4C 4C 4C 5MF 4S 4S 2DS 3C 5M 4C 4C 5MF 5MF

Tylor

2DS

Double Supermerit DT project Science Music History RE Marble run English English RE English English History French Exchange Guitar DT Music Anti-Bullying - supporting another student History

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Bright Stars News This week we had some very special visitors in Bright Stars. The Cobham Blue Watch fire brigade came to see us – it was very exciting! We all sat in the fire engine and learnt about the special clothes the Fire-fighters wear.

We had a go with the hose as well – it was very powerful!

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New Facility Open For Use This week the Upper Preps thoroughly enjoyed their first use on the brand new MUGA (multi-use games area). The children had a great time playing netball in the sunshine with Mr O’Brien and Miss Wilkinson. The PE Department are very excited about this fantastic new facility and look forward to its grand opening in the near future.

Miss Wilkinson Head of Girls’ Sport

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Books on Stage!

Here is my latest round-up of drama and activities based on books – they all sound fun!

AT THE POLKA THEATRE, WIMBLEDON This is always a wonderful place to take children with shows, workshops, summer schools and masterclasses – too many to list, so look at the link below. There’s also a great café and play area. https://polkatheatre.com/whats-on

AT G-LIVE There are all sorts of half-term activities planned including Create your own comic book and Shadow Puppetry, and a Creative Arts Week from 7th – 11th August.

We’re going on a Bear Hunt is being performed on 20th and 21st June, and The Scarecrows’ Wedding on 28th and 29th June.

That perennial favourite The Tiger Who Came to Tea is on 17th and 18th July.

AT THE YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE Older pupils might be interested in performances of Twelfth Night and Romeo and Juliet in the week of 23rd – 27th May. The Yvonne Arnaud Youth Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz from 29th June to 1st July.

AT THE NEW VICTORIA THEATRE The National Theatre / Bristol Old Vic production of Jane Eyre is scheduled for 29th May to 3rd June.

AT PETWORTH HOUSE Join in a Shakespearean family trail - Collect a scroll and become an apprentice playwright.

Name your characters and decide their fate as you explore the Mansion. Will all your characters make it to the end of the play?.. You decide! Further details here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/c3139921-4ef5-4563-996f-cfd6d7a78c0a/pages/ details

Mrs Trumble Senior Librarian

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Swimming News The whole team did extremely well in the recent IAPS National Finals, beating their seed time.

- J Shaw won gold in U13 50m freestyle in a time of 25.38 seconds.

- U13 Relay team won silver in 4x25m freestyle relay.

- O Verny White came 5th in 25m fly.

- M MacIntyre swam up 2 year groups as an U9 swimming in U11.

- F Van Every got a personal best in his 50m backstroke 36.53 seconds.

Well done everyone in the squad, and thank you to Mr Donald.

Mr O’Brien Director of Sport

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SATIPS Ski Championships Monday Morning saw the Cranmore Ski team return to the Hemel Snow Centre to take part in the Satips Ski races. This was a chance for the racers to get off the plastic and compete on real snow, albeit artificially made!

The U11 were defending their title and after some very close racing, including B Aldridge-Bate setting the two fastest times of the day, they retained their title.

We entered two U14 teams. It was a chance for all to show their talents on the snow. Again, there was some very close racing and the Cranmore Ski Captain (C Barnes) set the fastest time of the day. However, in the end it wasn’t quite enough and they took silver.

A big thank you to all the parents who always support the club and team, and especially Mr Williams who was responsible for most of the ski sharpening and waxing. Finally, thanks to Miss Wilkinson who was team manager for the day and ensured all the racers were ready to go at the right time.

Mr Mellstrom Head of Skiing

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Tennis News The tennis season has started off well. Over 30 children have played in matches already. Hopefully the sun will shine for the remaining fixtures!

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Music News

SING! Further to the article published in the Chronicle of 28 April 2017, a reminder of the following: Sing! is a concert for choirs taking place on Wednesday 17 May 2017 at 5pm in the Auditorium.

The following groups are involved: Junior Chamber Choir Senior Chamber Choir C# Jubilee Choir Members of all 4 choirs should stay at school and meet in the Auditorium at 4:15pm where they will be given some squash and biscuits.

Members of the Junior Chamber Choir will either go to late class first or attend their normal club. A member of staff will bring children across to the Auditorium at 4:15pm where they will join the other choirs.

Children should wear full school uniform and bow ties (bow ties and hair clips for the Junior Chamber Choir).

The concert starts at 5pm and should be approximately 35 minutes.

It promises to be a really special occasion.

I look forward to seeing you.

Miss I Fourie

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Athletics / Gym Half Term Camp Thursday 1st & Friday 2nd June We will be hosting a one day Athletics & Gym camp aimed at developing Athletic ability combined with core strengthening skills. The courses are open to all pupils (including non-Cranmore children) who will be coached and lead

by Mr Neil Summers (ex- Royal Marine Commandos) & Mrs Fiona Summers (British Gymnast).

Course Content:Athletics: The course is designed to accommodate children of varying abilities from Lower Prep through to Form 6. It will have an emphasis on agility, speed and explosive power within body conditioning. This will allow the younger children to start to develop the fundamental levels required for many sports, as well as catering for more advanced children who wish to excel.

This will in turn assist them with the physical skills required to excel in rugby, football and cricket as well as athletics and gymnastics.

Whatever sports your child is involved in, this course is aimed at improving speed, strength and agility.

Age: 4 years – 13 years Dates: Thursday 1st & Friday 2nd June 2017 Time: 10am – 3pm Cost: £40 per day (cash or cheque payable on the day) Sibling discount: 10% off total fee on second & third child only.

Please arrive at the breakfast club door entrance (Second door on the right opposite the main Sports hall entrance.) Classes will be held in the gym and on the tennis courts. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start time in appropriate sports clothing. Please bring your own lunch and refreshments.

For Places please email SummersAthletics@outlook.com

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Cranmore 2nd Hand Shop Newsletter - Summer term 2017 Dear Fellow Parents, Just a quick update to let you know that the 2 nd Hand Shop is VERY well stocked at the moment!!

We have a good stock of the reversible rugby top. Although out of season, now is the time to come and get your child’s next size ready for next season and at less than half the price of a new one.

We also have the House sports tops, cricket trousers, T’s and slipovers, a great stock of footie and rugby boots and school and sports bags.

Our stock of grey shorts and school trousers is piled high too!! So many parents have been bringing stock into the shop that we are struggling to get it all out on the shelves!

Attention LP, MP and UP….we now have some (adorable) girls’ uniform in! When your daughter has her next growth spurt, come and see if we can help out. They are all in beautiful condition and half the price of new.

Black Blazers If your son is entering the 5th or 6th form in September, come and see us for his new black blazer. We have quite a few and they are less than half price of a new one.

We are open each week, even during all the car park works, so don’t forget the 2 nd hand shop when your child needs their next size up. Remember, all profit goes directly back to our children at Cranmore.

A word of advice... In June we open for the new children’s afternoons and we are always very busy. If you want the best chance to bag a bargain before a lot of our stock disappears, then come in over the next couple of weeks to take full advantage.

Join us!!

Lastly, one of our 8.30-9 girls is leaving Cranmore at the end of this year, so if anyone is interested in joining our friendly team, please get in touch for details.

The Second Hand Uniform Shop is in the hut next to the new section of the car park. We open every Friday morning in term time and we are run and managed by a small but incredibly friendly team of fellow Cranmore mums.

All profit goes directly to the CPA and is put back into the school for the benefit of our children.

Further details about how to sell your items are available on the CPA section of the website.

Our opening times are 8-9am every Friday morning during term time.

I am always available on my mobile, or via email, to assist however necessary.

Many thanks to you all for your support from Lorraine and all the team.

Mobile : 07711 261386 Email : lmoynihan@btopenworld.com