24 April 2023
Message from the Headmaster
A very warm welcome back to everyone after the Easter break; it was wonderful to greet the pupils on Tuesday morning. Many of them had their first lessons in our new Science and Technology Centre and from walking into lessons it was evident that they were relishing their new surroundings.
Over the course of the last few weeks there have been some notable achievements by our pupils. In particular, some Cranmore pupils attended the Football Prep Lions Schools Representative Team on a residential camp, members of our ski squad competed exceptionally well at the British Alpine Championships, and a number of pupils, representing their local rugby team, Esher, won the Waterfall Cup Final held at the Twickenham Stoop. A real highlight was the Easter multi-sports tour to Barbados. Staff reported that it was a wonderful success and a superb overseas experience for the pupils.
We are all very excited about the busy term ahead and I look forward to seeing you at various events throughout the summer term.
Mr Everitt
Music News
Congratulations to all the pupils who took music exams last term. We are delighted with the results.
Mrs Thornton, Lower Prep Music Coordinator
Name
Grade 3
Billy W
Grade 4
Joshua W
Instrument Result
Piano Pass
Alto Saxophone Pass
Dylan C Singing Distinction
Oliver C Singing Distinction
Grade 6
Michael B Violin Pass
Advance Warning of Music Department Events in week commencing 15th May
Parents of children who take individual instrumental music or singing lessons with the Visiting Music Staff are warmly invited to attend their child’s lesson during the above week. This will give parents the opportunity to talk to their child’s teacher and discuss progress and any concerns. Parents will be asked to sign in on the sheet which will be placed inside the Auditorium doors and then make their way down to the music practice rooms where the staff will be on hand to direct them to the correct room.
The heats of the Upper Prep and Senior Young Musician Competition will take place during class Music lessons in the same week. All those pupils who take individual instrumental and/or singing lessons are encouraged to take part. Participants must be prepared to play their chosen piece to myself or Mrs Thornton during their class Music lesson. We will then select the best performances from each year group and invite those musicians to take part in the year group finals later in the term.
Mr Harris, Director of Music
CCF flying at RAF Benson
CCF cadets from both Cranmore and St Teresa’s had the opportunity to fly Grub Tutors when they went to RAF Benson during the Easter break. They all had an amazing time.
Head Chorister Kamran
In 2021 I successfully auditioned and became a member of the National Youth Boys Choir.
During the Easter holiday, I attended their Spring camp where 120 members of the boys choir came together for 5 days. On arrival at the camp, we were given a vocal test and split into our sectionals. There, we enjoyed learning a number of songs in preparation for a concert on the last day. During the camp we also had the opportunity to participate in individual vocal coaching.
This year the National Youth Choir celebrated its 40th year and as part of the celebrations we performed on the last day at the Royal Albert Hall, where we were joined by the Alumni, Girls choir, training choir, the fellowship and The National Youth Chamber Choir.
The concert kicked off with all of the choirs performing a body percussion piece which was really fun and was followed by 4 pieces sung by the boys choir which I really enjoyed being part of.
It was amazing being there.
Kam H
Coronation Cake Competition Next Week
Please remember to bake a cake for our Coronation Cake Competition which is taking place next Friday 5th May.
Pupils can buy a slice of the cakes at morning break for 50p.
Multi-sports Tour to Barbados
On Friday 31st March, the Year 9 tourists arrived in Barbados ready for the start of their tour. During the week, the boys participated in cricket and football matches, as well as having a tennis session at the Garfield Sobers Sports Complex. With the temperature at 30 degrees, blue sky and the beach nearby, it was the perfect setting for a Sports Tour.
The football teams had the privilege of playing on the same pitch as the Barbados National team. In the first game they played under floodlights and had professional referees and assistant referees to officiate. After these matches we met up with Emmerson Boyce (an FA Cup winner with Wigan) who is now the Technical Director of Barbados Football.
The cricket teams played some competitive matches against schools and local clubs and despite the results not going their way, the boys had a great time socialising with the local children. Whilst travelling to the matches, the boys had the opportunity to see the local countryside and sites.
The boys were fortunate that Dale Clarke, the CEO of Professional Road tennis (a traditional Barbados Sport), arranged a Road Tennis coaching session with Julian White, who is a former World Number 1 and Coach Birkett, who has coached the sport for over thirty years. The boys thoroughly enjoyed this experience and are looking forward to playing it again.
In terms of excursions, the group had a day on a catamaran, where we sailed around the island and then had the opportunity to snorkel with turtles, manta rays and fish, as well as snorkelling around a shipwreck. We stopped for a while so the boys could jump and dive into the sea and swim to the local beach. The group had the opportunity to watch Notre Dame v The University Blackbirds in a Premier League Football Match. It was a very entertaining match which the Blackbirds won 3-1. One evening was spent at Ositins Fish Fry restaurant, where the boys could choose to eat fresh fish. The choices were swordfish, marlin, tuna, barracunda, lobster or mahi-mahi.
The boys represented the school incredibly well, they all had a fantastic time and have made memories that will stay with them for a lifetime.
Mr O’Neill
Sport Update
Sport Update
After our winter cricket programme finishing, which started back in October, we've finally commenced our official cricket season this week. Bowling, fielding and batting skills, small tactical concepts have all been explored in the Games and after training sessions. Other sport options are still available throughout the Senior School. Today and tomorrow, the U13A and U14A sides have their first rounds of the Surrey Cup against Hall Grove and Tiffin School respectively, with all other matches starting next week.
During the Easter holidays, Cranmore had over a dozen pupils attend the Football Prep Lions Schools Representative Team residential training camp. Over 500 players had trialled for the various age groups and Cranmore had a superb representation. The week saw the players have expert coaching and specialist advice from professionals including in the areas of: S&C,
Message from ESTA
Men's Tennis Group
ESTA is delighted to introduce a Men's Group to its programme running on Wednesdays at 7:45-8:45pm!
Sessions will take place at St Teresa's for 9 weeks from 3rd May until the end of term. Players should be of an intermediate standard.
If you are interested, please contact Kirsti at esta@effinghamschools.org or on 07980 604372.
May Half Term Tennis Camp
We are excited to be running a tennis camp at ESTA from Tuesday 30th May-Friday 2nd June.
Please note the timings as follows:
9-12pm Years 2-4
9-12pm Performance Camp (invitational)
1-4pm Years 5&6
1-4pm Years 7-11
Camp days are priced at £39 per player with a 10% discount for the full week option.
Please contact Kirsti to sign up or for more details at esta@effinghamschools.org
Open Event at ESTA - Sunday 14th May
There is still time to sign up to our drills and skills event on Sunday 14th May! This is a FREE event open to all players from Years 2-11 and is a great opportunity to get on court and have a hit with our fabulous coaches. There will be a BBQ running at the clubhouse for players and parents to enjoy!
Please note the timings as follows:
11-12pm Years 7-11
12-1pm Years 2-6
*We are delighted to open this event up to Year 2 players!*
To sign your child up, please contact Kirsti at esta@effinghamschools.org by Friday 5th May.
Thought for the week:
Message from our Chaplaincy Team
Vocations Sunday
How will you follow your calling?
World Day of Prayer for Vocations
God our Loving Father, Guide me in every step I take in life and lead me in every decision I make in responding to your call. Make me and mould me into the living image of Christ your Son, who was ever close to those in need. I make this prayer through Christ our Lord, Amen.
REFLECT
In 1964, Pope Paul VI launched Vocations Sunday a day celebrated on the Fourth Sunday of Easter. It is sometimes known as Good Shepherd Sunday and this year it falls on 30th April. It is a special day when we celebrate those who give their lives in service of others.
Let us Pray: Our Father
Hail Mary
1 minute silence
“
Bless young people with the gift of courage to respond to your call. Open their hearts to great ideals, to great things.”
Pope Francis
In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
A
Menu
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Soup Bank Holiday
Soup of the day – Carrot & coriander
Soup of the day – Roasted butternut squash & sweet potato
Soup of the day – Leek & potato
Soup of the day – The crown jewels chunky vegetable soup
Main
Meatballs in a fresh tomato & herb sauce with rice
Roasted chicken breast with Yorkshire pudding & stuffing
Traditional beef lasagne with Italian style salad
Coranation fried chicken burger or the king’s homemade sausage rolls
Plain pasta & tomato sauce
Jacket potato & beans
Plain pasta & tomato sauce
Jacket potatoes & beans
Vegetarian
Roasted butternut squash & red pepper risotto
Layered roasted vegetables & mozzarella bake
Root vegetable & lentil cottage pie
Royal red pepper, cheese & chive tarts
Sides
Sweetcorn/ courgettes
Roast potatoes/ broccoli
Roasted Mediterranean vegetables/baton carrots
Chips Peas
Additional Salad bar
Salad bar
Salad bar
Salad bar
Dessert
Chocolate sponge & chocolate sauce
Millionaire shortbread
Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher
Apple crumble & custard Union jack cake
