Finally there seems to be a sense of spring in the air and the evenings are growing lighter. We marked the start of Lent with a special Ash Wednesday service for all of Prep and Father Charles was once again blown away by the children’s singing. Their rendition of ‘Longing for Light’ was particularly impressive. Our musicians have been working hard and many children have been busy today with their ABRSM exams. We look forward to hearing about their results in due course.
Thank you to everyone involved in making our Book Week celebrations so special. An enormous amount of work goes into organising the various author visits, book-themed quizzes, lesson activities and an incredible World Book Day menu for lunch. I know that the talks by our visiting authors, Sophy Henn and Steve Cole, were particularly popular. Thanks must also go to our families for the amazing costumes that the children wore today.
This morning, Mr Everitt and I were able to meet with the CPA for their AGM. Thank you to those who play such an important part in our school community in running this organisation. It was lovely to be able to spend time with them and we are already excited about next Friday’s CPA Quiz which I am sure will be another fantastic evening.
Mr Heaver
Book Week: Sophy Henn Author Visit to Lower Prep
On Monday, the author Sophy Henn delighted pupils from Nursery to Year 2 with a series of interactive sessions during which she read from a number of books which she has written and demonstrated how she creates her own illustrations.
Pupils were invited to draw their own characters and learnt about the creative process of writing and designing a book. Pupils were engaged throughout and their love of books was reignited as we celebrate Book Week as a school.
Book Week: Steve Cole Author Visit to Year 3 and Upper Prep
On Tuesday, Years 3 to 6 were treated to energetic and thoroughly entertaining presentations by Steve Cole, author of over 200 books, including the Astrosaurs series, Dr Who novels and collaborations with astronaut Tim Peake.
Steve encouraged the pupils to use their imaginations and write their ideas down. He even played some songs he had written on the ukelele and the pupils enthusiastically joined in.
Primary Maths Bonus Challenge
Students successfully answered a variety of multiple choice mathematics problems in the Primary Maths Challenge and those students scoring 20 or above out of 25 marks participated in the PMC Bonus Round, which took place during the week beginning 3rd February 2025.
Three students from Cranmore were awarded the following certificates and lapel badges:
• Hugo P received a Silver certificate
• Fabian H received a Bronze certificate
• Nico V-J received a Participation certificate
Each student enjoyed taking part in the challenge and most importantly, it showed them that maths can be fun. The Maths Department is extremely proud of each student’s success.
Ms Fagan
Year 2’s Forest School Visit
Year 2 enjoyed a sunny visit to Forest School. They worked collaboratively in small groups to make a den. They visited the Forest School Cafe for a hot chocolate and biscuit which they shared in their dens. They demonstrated wonderful team building skills.
Mrs Carpenter and Mrs Stefano
This Week’s House Cup Winners
Congratulations to Borelli House in the Lower Prep and Morton House in the Upper Prep for gaining the highest number of merits this week!
Prep hockey fixtures have taken place against Feltonfleet, RGS Prep, Danes Hill and Rokeby. The U11s also had the UKSA Tournament on Tuesday. The rugby Surrey tournaments have been taking place this week, with the U8s and U9s playing today, and the U10s and U11s in action tomorrow. There was also a Trust swimming event yesterday with age groups U9-U11 participating in a gala at St Teresa's.
Easter Sports Camp - April 7th to April 11th - Lions Sports Academy
Lions Sports Academy are running a camp this Easter at Cranmore.
Please see flyer and use the link below for more information: https://www.lionssports.academy/bookingpage
Mr Hodgson, Director of Sport
Skiing continues at Sandown on Monday nights for pupils in Years 1 to11. We run three sessions, led by specialist ski instructors, and cater for all abilities. The 4pm to 5pm session is for children in Years 1 to 3; the 5pm to 6pm session is largely for those in Years 3 to 11; and the 6pm to 7pm session is for the race squad. The race squad competes both locally and nationally, with success.
If your child would like to attend, please email max.barson@cranmore.org for more information.
Mr Barson
A Message from our Chaplaincy Team
This Week
A Reading from St Paul’s letter to the Ephesians
Never have grudges against others, or lose your temper, or raise your voice to anybody, or call each other names, or allow any sort of spitefulness. Be friends with one another, and kind, forgiving each other as readily as God forgave you in Christ. Try, then, to imitate God as children of his that he loves and follow Christ, loving as he loved you.
Reflection
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent, we had our service this week. For many, our first reaction when we hear Lent is to ask, ‘What are you giving up?’ with the usual answer being sweets, chocolate, cake and other treats. This is often the way we introduce the idea to young children, but perhaps, as we grow, our understanding of Lent should also grow.
During Lent we are asked to do three things, to and to give. We are encouraged to reflect with deep honesty about three possible areas of our lives where we could focus our hearts and minds this Lent.
By focusing in this way we can make sure that we use this season of Lent to leave behind that which hinders us, and to work towards becoming the people we are called to be. Have a good Lent!
Prayer
Lord,
as we begin this holy season of Lent, may we turn back to you with all our hearts, in prayer, in fasting, and in giving alms to the poor; that our sins be forgiven and our hearts mended.
Amen
Cardio Tennis - Thursdays @ 9:30-10:30am
Please join coach Ivor’s cardio tennis sessions for adults on Thursdays 9:30-10:30am at ESTA, St Teresa’s!
Cardio tennis is a fun, sociable group fitness class with a tennis twist and is open to all abilities - come and give it a try!
Please contact Kirsti at ESTA to sign up esta@effinghamschools.org
Easter Tennis Camps at ESTA
ESTA is excited to be running 4 days of tennis camp over the Easter holidays from Monday 14th to Thursday 17th April at St Teresa’s.
The timings are:
Y2-4 @ 9-12pm
Y5&6 @ 1-4pm
Y7-11 @ 1-4pm
Camp days are priced at £40 with a 10% discount applied for the full week.
Private coaching is also available from 4pm each day.
We look forward to seeing your children on court over the Easter break!
Please contact Kirsti at ESTA to sign up esta@effinghamschools.org
Mon 14th - Thurs 17th April
The course is suitable for players from Grade 1 up to Grade 6 and is open to children from Year 4 to Year 9.
The programme will include:
String Orchestra
Swing/Jazz Band
Full Orchestra Rehearsals
Sectional Rehearsals
General Musicianship
Recreational Time
Further details can be obtained from: Mrs Caroline Yalden, Director of Music (c.yalden@st-teresas.com)
Soup Soup of the day
Menu Menu
Main
Mild Beef Chilli Con Carne served in a taco & dips
Vegetarian
Sides
Additional
Mixed Bean & Quorn Chilli
Piri Piri Chicken with Pitta Bread, Baby Gem and Homemade Sauces
Cheesy Vegetable Enchilada
Honey Roasted
Gammon with Stuffing & Gravy
Freshly Battered Fish or Breaded
Sweet & Sour Turkey Noodles
Spicy rice
Steamed Sweetcorn Potato Wedges Macho Peas
Rainbow Slaw
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
White
Dessert
Citrus Drizzle Cake
Chocolate & Cherry Shortbread
Feta & Spinach Filo Pie
Sticky Teriyaki Quorn & Aubergine
Fish Fillet with Ketchup and Tartare Sauce
Macaroni
Cheese with a Crispy Onion Topping
Garlic & Thyme Roasted Potatoes Green Beans
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Steamed Rice
Broccoli
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce
Freshly Baked
Bread
Salad bar
Apple Filo Pie with Custard
Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher
