I would like to congratulate all pupils who were involved in our very popular and successful Open Morning last weekend; we had another record number of families visiting our school. The overriding feedback was how impressed they were with the wonderful Senior School pupils who led tours throughout the morning and how well resourced the school was in terms of facilities and experienced staff. My gratitude to the parents, pupils and staff for displaying Cranmore at its very best. All pupils, from our youngest in Pre Nursery through to the Senior School, were particularly impressive in how they presented themselves during the whole school photo on Thursday. I look forward to sharing the photo with you all in due course.
During our Assembly we welcomed an inspiring presentation highlighting the importance of the School Council, pupils were encouraged to put themselves forward as school council representatives by writing a speech to be shared with their peers.
On Monday, pupils from across the school took part in activities as part of the European Day of Languages. There were quizzes, a photo booth, films, pizza competitions, presentations and of course, pupils enjoyed the eagerly anticipated themed lunch.
On Thursday morning, Senior pupils were put through their paces by England and Harlequins scrum half Danny Care. It was an ideal opportunity for budding scrum halves to learn key skills from the experienced international. I would like to thank Danny for taking the time to help inspire the pupils.
Message from the Headmaster
Mr Everitt
26 SEPTEMBER 2022
European Day of Languages
Students across all year groups celebrated the European Day of Languages on Monday 26th September. We had a day full of different activities to discover more about Europe. The students completed a quiz during form time to learn more about Europe. At break time, students came to the European Photo Booth where they enjoyed posing in front of European destinations for photos with their friends. They enjoyed visiting Paris, Barcelona, Dublin and the Alps on their very brief travels. I hope they enjoyed the experience. We have to say a huge thank you to the canteen for putting on a range of delicious dishes such as pizza, chicken chorizo and for dessert, students devoured the crepes.
We had over 50 entries across all year groups for the Pizza Flag competition. This is the first time we offered this competition and the entries represented all flags across the globe, they were truly creative and not only pizza but fruit tarts too. Can you guess the flag for each pizza?
Well done to everyone for their participation and for making it a great experience.
We were treated to a delightful musical performance by Daniel in Assembly on Monday who played the santoor.
Daniel told us, “The santoor originated in Iran but there are also Indian and Chinese versions of it. You use very thin sticks which are called mezrabs to hit the strings. There are seventy two strings in total and twenty seven different notes. I played a piece called ‘Chahar Mezrabe Bayate Tork’, which translates to ‘Sonata in B flat’.”
Cranmore Rocks
We’ve had the first rehearsal of this NEW extra curricular club for senior guitarists. We’ve named the group Cranmore Rocks and they will rehearse every Monday at 4.15pm.
Here we have Charlie (7MC), Gene (9EN), Mathew (8MH), Billy (9EB) and Moby (9CS)
Renaissance Challenge Meeting
Mr Pulford and Mr Heaver met with our Renaissance Challenge team over cookies and fruit juice. They shared their progress and what they had enjoyed most about the Challenge. We look forward to celebrating their work in one of our forthcoming assemblies.
Congratulations to the following pupils on their Theory of Music examination results:
• Max T Grade 1 Distinction
• William M Grade 2 Distinction
Mr Harris, Director of Music
Music News
Sports Roundup
The Seniors impressive football season continues. Our U13s (Year 7 & 8 ) have been involved in 22 matches so far this season, winning 21 of them. The U13 VII a-side team won the IAPS plate competition last Saturday at Rokeby and our U13 1st XI beat Shrewsbury House 2 0 on Tuesday to progress into the next round of the Surrey Cup.
The U14s A team are still unbeaten having had a 1 1 draw this week with King Edward's Witley. The U14 B team won with an impressive 4 - 2 performance.
Our swimmers competed in the ESSA Relay qualifiers on Saturday evening at the Guildford Spectrum. The teams took part in both the U13 and U15 categories producing some excellent swims. We await confirmation for qualification for the finals which will take place at the London Aquatic Centre.
Members of our Ski Squad have been competing in the Snowsports South series. The competition has included 6 races across the season being held at different venues. Year 7 pupil, Freddie B came 2nd in the final round, which gave him an overall finish of 3rd.
ESSKIA We wish all our skiers well for their competition this weekend.
On Thursday, we had England International and Harlequins rugby star Danny Care deliver a fantastic skills masterclass. Danny will be coaching and assisting with our rugby programme this year.
Cricket Coaching at Cranmore
Please see flyer regarding information of individual and small group cricket coaching held at Cranmore.
Year 6 Games
Mr Hodgson, Director of Sport
St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Thought for the week:
How do you allow God to work though your life?
St. Thérèse
Pray for me that I, like you, may have great and innocent confidence in the loving promises of our God. Pray that I may live my life in union with God’s plan for me, and one day see the Face of God whom you loved so deeply.
St. Thérèse, you were faithful to God even unto the moment of your death. Pray for me that I may be faithful to our loving God. May my life bring peace and love to the world through faithful endurance in love for God our saviour.
Amen.
REFLECTION
Pope Francis has spoken on several occasions of his strong devotion to St. Thérèse of Lisieux the Little Flower. She had a simple yet powerful message that still resonates in the hearts of millions today. Her “Little Way” of allowing God to work through her life has become a guiding light for the faithful.
Let us Pray:
Our Father
Hail Mary
1 minute silence
“
Do not be afraid to depend solely on the tenderness of God as Saint Thérèse of Lisieux did.”
Pope Francis
In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
A Message from our Chaplaincy Team
Notices
All pupils in the Upper Prep and Senior department are invited to stand for election to this year’s Cranmore School Council. Pupils who are interested in this role should prepare a speech to give to their class explaining the reasons why they would make a good school council member (Pupils may wish to include a PowerPoint, but this is not essential). Elections will be held in Form time week commencing 10th October. Good luck to all the pupils who stand for nomination.
Mrs Spooner
Notices
Menu
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Soup Soup of the day
Soup of the day
Soup of the day
Soup of the day bean Soup of the day
Main Chicken & vegetable tikka masala with rice & poppadoms
Jacket potato & beans
Fresh tomato & bacon pasta bake with chef’s side salad
Jacket potato & beans
Roasted chicken breast with Yorkshire pudding & stuffing
Jacket potato & beans
Traditional beef lasagne with Italian style salad
Traditional battered cod fillet or jumbo fish fingers
Jacket potato & beans
Vegetarian Fresh vegetable & lentil curry with rice & poppadum’s
Sides Rice/green beans & carrots
Roasted butternut squash & pea risotto
Layered roasted vegetables & mozzarella bake
Root vegetable & lentil cottage pie
Jacket potato & beans
Peas & sweetcorn/ courgettes
Roast potatoes/broccoli
Roasted Mediterranean vegetables/baton carrots
Stuffed peppers filled with wholemeal rice topped with tomato sauce
Chips/peas/ baked beans
Dessert Chocolate sponge & chocolate sauce
Freshly baked carrot cake with frosting
Millionaire shortbread
Apple crumble & custard Strawberry smoothie bar
Items in Italic - Sourced from F Conisbee’s, our local butcher
Additional Salad bar Salad bar Salad bar Salad bar Salad bar
