Pipers Post | Spring 2018 by Pipers Corner School

Termly News | Issue 30 | Spring 2018

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Showing their entrepreneurial spirit

Brainstorm P2

Pipers Corner School, Great Kingshill, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP15 6LP

Inclusion matters P3

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MESSAGE FROM THE HEADMISTRESS Since the start of the academic year here at Pipers there has been a strong focus on a values-based education and the importance of being inclusive. We encourage all students to recognise and respect the differences between people, and value the contribution that everyone can make, not only to the school community, but also to society in general. During the Spring Term there were a number of events that brought the issue of inclusion to the fore. Our “Inclusion matters” day in February (see page 4) provided an opportunity for girls in the Senior School to take part in year group workshops reflecting on the difference that is around us, how prone to stereotypes and bias we are, and how that affects our behaviour. The performance of our Young Enterprise Teams this term has demonstrated how the different talents and strengths of individuals can combine to achieve a very successful group outcome (see below). In Prep the focus on a monthly value (this term

the values have been confidence, love and creativity) has enabled the girls to recognise and appreciate the different ways in which these values can be expressed (see page 6).

Ultimately a positive learning environment, in which core values are celebrated and promoted, leads to enhanced academic achievement and the development of strong social and relationship skills that can last a lifetime.

In our school mission statement and aims it says that we aim to “create a community based on Christian values, tolerance and service whilst encouraging sensitivity to the beliefs and convictions of others”. I hope that through these pages, as you read about our day-to-day activities, you can gain an appreciation of the ways in which that this ideal permeates through everything we do as a school.

Showing their entrepreneurial spirit Two teams of talented entrepreneurs from Pipers demonstrated that they had got what it takes to succeed in the world of business with a huge amount of success at the Young Enterprise Area Finals in March. The aim of the Young Enterprise programme is to make the connection between school and the world of work, enabling young people to develop the knowledge and attitudes they need to succeed, building on eight key skills:

Communication, Confidence, Financial Capability, Initiative, Organisation, Problem-solving, Teamwork and Resilience. The hard work of both Pipers teams really paid off as their companies came away with an array of awards. “Out Of The Woods” up-cycle fallen down trees into a range of wooden homeware items including chalkboards and candle holders, as well

as necklaces. The team came 2nd overall out of 18 teams on the night winning Best Presentation, the Software Award, the Best Commercial Stand Award and the Environmental Award. They were also runners-up in four categories including Best Company and the Manufacturing Award. “White Magic” have targeted their business at 5-10 year olds, selling a range of magic-themed products including magic wish jars, fairy adoption kits and magical necklaces. They also created a free online fairy maze game via their website. At the Area Finals the team from White Magic came 3rd out of 18 teams, winning the Company Report Award, and the Marketing Award. They were runners-up in the Software Award, the Rotary Award and Best Business Plan. White Magic also gained the largest sum of money from investors at the Young Enterprise Dragon’s Den event. Their success at the Area Finals means that Out of the Woods have qualified for the County Finals being hosted here in the Arts Centre Theatre at Pipers Corner in May. We wish them every success and look forward to seeing how they get on!

Brainstorm

Music from stage and screen

Inside every adolescent brain, 86 billion neurons connect and collide to produce the most frustrating, chaotic and exhilarating changes that will ever happen to us. “Brainstorm” is a unique theatrical investigation into how teenagers’ brains work, and why they’re designed by evolution to be the way they are. In the last week of the Spring Term the Senior Theatre Company staged this powerful and thought-provoking piece of theatre, proving the point that teenagers may not be all that they might first appear to be. Created by Ned Glasier and Emily Lim with Company Three, in collaboration with neuroscientists Professor Sarah-Jayne Blakemore and Dr Kate Mills, the play is designed to be created and performed by a company of teenagers, drawing directly on their personal experiences. Over the course of 12 weeks the group delved into the subject matter, each contributing to the script and making it personal to them as a company.

they would say if they came face-to-face with their teenage selves, and also invited to take part in an interactive game of “Never have I ever” as the drama progressed.

During their performance the cast explored the science behind why teenagers act the way they do by investigating how parts of the brain, such as the prefrontal cortex, the part that warns us against taking unnecessary risks, develop. The audience were challenged to think about what

Despite tackling a complex subject the assured performances certainly offered a deeper level of understanding of the teenage brain and the audiences left with an appreciation of the commitment and enthusiasm shown by the immensely talented cast.

The school community thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to share in an evening of music-making at the Spring Senior Music Concert in March. Following on from the regular informal concerts given by girls throughout the academic year, the concert allowed the students to come together in the Arts Centre Theatre and present a rich and varied programme encompassing a range of genres from jazz to gospel, classical and songs from the shows.

To infinity and beyond

Exploring the Eternal City The Religious Studies Department enjoyed a splendidly sunny trip to Rome during February half-term. The group of Year 10 and 11 GCSE RS students made the most of the opportunity to explore the Eternal City – packing lots into their four days there.

The girls, along with their teachers and a guide from Kipling Tours, explored the ancient city on foot clocking up an impressive 22 miles on their pedometers. Their excursions took in all the major sites of interest including the Colosseum, The Pantheon, The Vatican and The Trevi Fountain to name a few.

On the final day the group visited the Catacombs of St Sebastian, an ancient site where early Christians would meet to worship as they were banned from doing this inside Rome. It was also the site where early Christians buried their dead and it was fascinating to walk through the network of tunnels.

The experience really brought to life what the girls have been learning in class, and they found it particularly interesting to gain an understanding of how the city evolved over time and how Christianity took over from the ancient Pagan religions.

As well as sightseeing the girls also enjoyed experiencing Italian culture and sampling the delicious Italian cuisine, including some particularly special award-winning gelato!

Girls in the Pre-Prep Department embarked on a morning of space exploration in March. The morning began with an interactive storytelling session, followed by a number of space themed activities including: building rockets and space buggies, learning a poem to teach the order of the planets, learning and singing a song to remember facts about space and a team race to assemble four different jigsaw puzzles of planets, an astronaut and a space rocket!

Designers of the future Congratulations to Georgia B and Chloe J (Year 7) who were among the winners in a national competition to encourage and recognise designers of the future. The Pipers’ students were the youngest finalists in this year’s Alu D&T Challenge and attended an awards ceremony at Thinktank, Birmingham, in March. The talented young designers were runners up for their garden building concept, and won an Expert magnetic robotic kit and a Mini Mambo drone for the school’s Design and Technology Department, plus vouchers for themselves.

The trip was a great success and it is certainly a tour the Department hopes to run again in future years.

From the page to the stage Year 8 girls worked extremely hard in their English sets in March to adapt the iconic Charlotte Bronte novel, “Jane Eyre”, for the stage. The students were challenged to produce an impromptu performance of the classic novel, with responsibility for scripting, props and music. The girls really rose to the challenge demonstrating just what can be accomplished in a short space of time through focus, team work, belief and a touch of creativity.

Managing their money This term, over the course of four weeks, Year 5 welcomed staff from the Metro Bank into their Topic lessons to help them learn about “Financial Skills”. The sessions introduced the girls to financial skills, helping them understand how saving and banking work. The project culminated in a visit to the Metro Bank in High Wycombe where they met Metro Bank cashiers, experienced the Magic Money Machine and dared to step inside the vault.

The power of marketing Our enrichment programme for Sixth Form students continued in January when Kerry Owens, Marketing Director at Pladis, came to Pipers to talk about her career and share her experiences with the girls. It was a hugely rewarding experience for the students, enabling them to gain a real understanding of the power of marketing and how brands rely on marketing and communications campaigns to raise awareness and generate sales.

Hitting the right notes Ryedale Festival Opera staged a performance of Mozart’s “The Garden of Disguises” in the Arts Centre Theatre as part of the Chiltern Arts Festival in February. Two members of the Group took time out of their hectic rehearsal schedule to talk to our GCSE and Sixth Form Music students about opera and the art of singing. They challenged the girls to think about why and how they sing, and taught them a variety of exercises to warm-up and focus their minds.

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Inclusion matters In February students in the Senior School took part in a thought-provoking and engaging day focussed on bias, beliefs and behaviours. The various year groups each participated in workshops reflecting on the difference that is around us (whether we choose to see it or not), how prone to stereotypes and bias we are, and how that affects our behaviour. The stimulating and interactive workshops were led by Diversity Role Models (DRM), an organisation which actively seeks to prevent homophobic and transphobic bullying in UK schools. Their aim is to stop bullying before it happens by educating young people about difference, challenging stereotypes and addressing the misuse of language. The groups had the opportunity to talk about things that are rarely spoken of (such as gender identity, faith and sexual orientation) and hear the stories of people, who were really open and provided an honest and fascinating look into their lives and the impact that feeling invisible or excluded can have.

At a Parent Workshop after school, participants were also invited to think about how to role model inclusion and help young people navigate the world around them. It was clear that parents quickly understood that this is key to making a school where everyone can thrive and grow. But not only that; being able to think differently, work with people different to you and have contextual flexibility, are also key leadership skills for the future.

Through a variety of group exercises the students explored how we can all celebrate diversity and improve our own self-awareness of our attitudes and actions towards others.

Easter celebrations In the run up to the end of term girls in the Pre-Prep Department were very excited to welcome their family members to school to join in with two afternoons of Easter-themed crafting. The girls and their visitors had the opportunity to make a number of items including daffodil windmills, spring chicks, Easter baskets, Easter chick egg cups, Easter bunnies and Easter egg and lamb mosaic coasters. It was a wonderful experience for the whole Department to work together and be creative, and also meant the girls had some lovely decorations to take home for the holidays. The Easter celebrations continued with a beautiful display at our annual Easter Bonnet Parade when each of the girls showed off the bonnet they had made at home to the rest of the Department. The girls had used lots of

different decorations to style their creations including ribbons, mini eggs, straw, flowers, cotton wool, flowers and even mini carrots! It was a lovely way to end the term and everyone particularly enjoyed the delicious cupcakes provided by our School caterers, Holroyd Howe, each one beautifully decorated to reflect the Easter theme.

Workshop with Rambert

Preparing for a career in medicine

Year 9 and 10 GCSE Dance students had the amazing opportunity to participate in an exhilarating workshop with the Rambert Dance Company in March, after seeing their unique production of “A Linha Curva” by Itzik Galili, at the Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury. The work is a set study within the new AQA GCSE Dance specification and Rambert have transformed it into a riot of energy and colour. As Britain’s oldest dance company, Rambert aims to take world-class dance to the widest possible audience through its unique productions and its extensive school and community-based work. After watching the performance, the students worked intensively on the stage with members of the dance company. The workshop began with various contemporary warm-up exercises, a dance style used within “A Linha Curva”. The girls then developed their understanding of the use of the spine and contraction in this dance genre. A set motif phrase from the dance work was shared with the girls enabling them to experience the speed and precision required to perform the movements as well as embodying the samba style and sense of fun behind the phrase. There was also time for the girls to test out their choreographic skills by working in small groups - the results were dramatic and impressive.

Wonderful Warwick

Head of Dance, Miss Snellgrove, said “Everyone worked extremely hard, and it was a pleasure to see the genuine enthusiasm and energy generated by our dance students. It was a truly memorable experience for the girls and a wonderful way for them to develop their knowledge of the dance work and its choreography first-hand”.

Five Star Gardening School

By the time they reached Levels 4 and 5, amongst other things, the Gardening Club members had to show that they could use tools professionally

The Pre-Prep Department thoroughly enjoyed a visit to Warwick Castle this term, exploring over 1,100 years of history. During their visit the girls joined the Castle’s History Team to embark on a guided tour of some of England’s most important Kings and Queens. They were introduced to monarchs including William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth II and were particularly excited to learn some very interesting facts about Henry VIII and his six wives.

A love of literature

As a school that actively promotes outdoor learning we are immensely proud to have been named a “Five Star Gardening School” this term after receiving the accreditation from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). To gain this highly prestigious title the Gardening Club had to work through five levels of Award which started with providing evidence to the RHS of planning the gardening project and its benefits to the school. Progressing through the stages the Club had to show that their gardening knowledge was increasing through learning about planting, building on their practical skills and gaining an awareness of environmental issues.

In January a group of Year 10 and 11 students made the most of an exciting opportunity to join other like-minded students at a Medical Careers Day, hosted by The Hazeley Academy in Milton Keynes. The Medical Days, run by MCS Projects Ltd, are designed to provide GCSE students, with the information that they would need to apply for medical school. They participate in activities, supervised by medical students, and hear from practising medics about their careers.

and that they were growing and harvesting produce throughout the year. They also had to demonstrate that they were sharing the garden with others and passing on their skills. Gardening Club is a fantastic activity for the students at Pipers to get involved in, teaching them not only about the environment and sustainability, but also life skills including confidence, teamwork and communication. As well as planting and caring for all the produce in the allotment, the girls complete regular projects focussing on a variety of aspects including healthy eating and the idea of “plant to plate”, composting and recycling, garden wildlife and companion planting. In recognition of the RHS Award, as well as an “RHS Five Star Gardening School” plaque the Gardening Club has also received £200 in National Garden Gift Vouchers which they intend to put to very good use as they plan the next round of planting.

In January students in Years 5-8 welcomed author, Ross Welford, to Pipers to talk to them about story writing, his writing journey and all the things that inspire him. Amongst other titles, Ross is the author of “Time Travelling With A Hamster”, which has been shortlisted for no fewer than 14 of the country’s biggest children’s book prizes. His visit certainly succeeded in inspiring us all to want to be storytellers.

Equality in education A group of Upper Sixth students had the opportunity to attend the Equalities in Education Conference at Wellington College in March. The conference consisted of a series of informative speeches on how individuals and schools can address sexism in society. For the A Level Sociology students the conference really brought to life the topics they have been studying in lessons including gender inequality in the workplace and politics.

Wildlife conservation In early March we were very excited to welcome a team from Tiggywinkles, The Wildlife Hospital Trust, to release two muntjac deer into the woodland on the school site. It was a fascinating experience to witness the deer being let out of their travelling cages and see them bound off into the woods. During the release the staff from Tiggywinkles explained a little about the rehabilitation of animals and the importance of being able to utilise safe release sites, such as Pipers Corner, to support The Trust’s work.

The wonder of Science The Pre-Prep Department had a wonderful time in January when they visited The Look Out Discovery Centre in Bracknell. With a focus on hands-on science, the girls had the opportunity to explore and learn from over 90 activities across five themed zones. The group particularly enjoyed participating in the “Pushes and Pulls” show which explored the power of forces.

Creating a personal brand As part of our focus on National Careers Week and National Apprenticeship week in March, Helen Brown HR Director at Medtronic (and Deputy Head Girl at Pipers in 1992/93) visited to talk to the Sixth Form about personal branding. She spoke passionately about how Sixth Form is a good time for students to consider what they stand for and how they wish to represent this to others.

Creative inspiration There was a flurry of creative activity one day in January when the Prep Department went off timetable to celebrate their annual Art Day. Using the work of other artists, designers and sculptors to inspire their own art making the girls used a range of artistic techniques including oil painting, ceramics and collage to create some incredible pieces of art. We look forward to seeing the results when they go on display at the Summer Term’s whole school Art Exhibition.

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A lesson in Medieval medicine Year 8 Historians embarked on a journey through Medieval medicine when they took part in a Barber Surgeon Workshop in March, exploring the medicines, common illnesses and traditions of Medieval times. The workshop covered all aspects of early medicine and also included the developments of treatments and technology in the early Renaissance period. Barber Surgeons were medical practitioners who, unlike Physicians of the time, performed surgery on their patients. The girls learnt that Barber Surgeons would usually learn their trade as an apprentice to a more experienced colleague and many would have no formal learning, and were often illiterate. The Surgeon explained that for centuries people treated themselves with home grown plants, flowers and minerals. Lavender, for example, was used as a soporific to assist with sleep via its scent. The students learnt that there are many examples of modern chemists deriving their formulas from ancient medicine. If you had a headache, for example, in Medieval times you were encouraged to chew on willow bark. Inside the bark is acetylsalicylic acid which is the same active ingredient used today in aspirin. One of the main problems with Medieval medicine was the lack of knowledge of dosage ingested and other impurities consumed.

Plants and herbs were also localised, so people often had to go into town to an apothecary shop to purchase them. The workshop was a fantastic way for the group to really think about the medical problems faced by people in the 1400s. Looking at history in this way allows us all to fully appreciate how the methods of the past have had a direct influence on the developments of modern medicine that is practised today.

Stepping into the Dragon’s Den As part of our values-based education, each month in Prep there is a focus on a key value which runs through the Department’s ethos and curriculum. For March the value was “creativity” and as part of that girls from all year groups were encouraged to submit an idea for an invention to be considered as part of a Dragon’s Den inspired project – “Invent 2018”. In the last week of term, the chosen finalists stepped into the Dragon’s Den to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of “investors”. There was a diverse array of products on show including:

• Quickshop – An app providing the user with the quickest route around supermarkets to find items on any shopping list in the shortest time possible.

• K9 Cleansing – A new and easy mess-free way of washing your dog using a dog tunnel connected to a water supply. • Solar Number – A solar powered house number to enable people to easily identify houses in the dark, particularly in places where there are no streetlights. • Glow worm – A light strip that sits comfortably in the pages of a book allowing the reader to read in the dark. • LED Rucksacks – LED lights that are attached to the bottom of the inside of a rucksack compartment and automatically light up allowing the user to easily see what’s inside.

The panel members quizzed the girls about their products asking questions about what marketing research they had done, what the anticipated profits were and the reasons why each individual or team believed their invention would be a success. It was a very difficult decision but, after the inventions each received some initial investment (in the form of chocolate coins), the top three products chosen by the Pipers Dragons were as follows: 1st place: Hilda H’s Solar Number 2nd place: Millie B and Anna W’s Glow worm book light 3rd place: Maia G and Ruby W’s LED Rucksack

Sports News

Gymnastics

Junior Ski Trip At the beginning of the Spring Term 40 Year 6 and 7 girls embarked on a ski trip to Salzburger Sportwelt in Austria. The snowy conditions were fabulous and the girls benefited from beautiful wide slopes and the knowledge and experience of a team of superb instructors. Each day, in their respective groups, the girls made great progress, mastering technique and taking on the challenge of pushing themselves to improve their skiing skills. As well as enjoying the opportunity to spend time on the slopes, the group also had the chance to visit the beautiful city of Salzburg and saw some of the sights from “The Sound of Music” – singing a few songs from the film as they did so! In addition they were able to go bowling at a traditional Austrian bowling alley (a cross between skittles and bowling) and enjoyed a karaoke evening. The week ended with some ski races and a presentation evening.

Netball The U14 Netball Team represented Pipers Corner and South Bucks schools at the Regional final of the National Schools Netball Championships at the end of January. Our particular region has some of the top netball schools in the country, so the girls played superbly to finish in the top four in their group (plus the weather was appalling!) This is an exceptional achievement and something the school hasn’t achieved in 12 years. Well done to: Zahra A, Daisy B, Amelie H, Emma H, Grace M, Poppy S, Annie S, Amber W and Eloise W.

Deputy Head of Prep, Miss Eagles, said “It was particularly lovely to see the girls grow in confidence and independence throughout the week. Many of them showed real resilience and perseverance, overcoming their fears as they took on more and more challenging slopes.”

Cross Country A group of talented runners from Pipers took part in the Buckinghamshire Schools Regional Cross Country Championships in February. They all worked exceptionally hard, battling through very cold conditions and uneven terrain. Well done to the following girls who qualified to compete at Nationals: Katie T (Year 11), Olivia B (Year 8), Serena P (Year 7) and Thea G (Year 6).

Netball One afternoon in March the majority of Year 6 stepped out onto the netball court to compete in a tournament against York House School, Thornton School and Berkhamsted School. With numerous teams in each section the competition was vast. The five Pipers U11 Teams and one U10 Team all acquitted themselves well. Special congratulations, however, go to the U11A Team who were determined, focussed and eager to show what they had achieved this term and won the tournament overall - a fantastic end to the girls’ season.

Congratulations to the U13A Gymnastics squad who, despite the limited preparation time available to them due to the snow, excelled themselves and won the U13 girls competition at the BSGA South Milano Gymnastics Championships in January. The level of competition at this event gets higher every year, so it was a great outcome for the girls. In addition, squad member Laura R got the highest floor mark out of all U13 teams. Well done all who took part.

A chance to shine In sport, with a new focus on playing Cricket, the Prep PE Department invited the organisation “Chance to Shine” to come to Pipers and introduce the sport to the girls. Each year group took part in a workshop session focussing on the fundamentals of cricket. Chance to Shine is a national charity on a mission to spread the power of cricket. Working with local cricket boards and thousands of schools all over the country they want to demonstrate how exciting cricket can be and encourage young people of all ages to get involved in the sport. The senior girls at Pipers have received coaching though Chance to Shine for a number of years and it is now time for pupils in Year 1 – 6 to also benefit from the opportunity.

The “All Star” coach Emma quickly got the girls active, participating in fun batting, bowling and fielding drills. Each session finished with a fun caterpillar game in which every student applied all of these skills to competitive match play. What a wonderful introduction to the sport – we now can’t wait for the Summer Term and cricket season!

WHO’S WHO What did you do before you joined the School? Before joining Pipers Corner, I worked at a large independent school in the Cotswolds. I taught Reception, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4 and was Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour and Pastoral care from Kindergarten to Year 6. Prior to this I worked in the state sector after gaining a First Class BA (Ed) with Geography Honours degree.

Name: Miss Sara Holloway Position: Head of Pre-Prep Brief description of your role within Pipers Corner As Head of Pre-Prep I work on and develop a number of areas in the Department including: the curriculum, assessment, events, participation in the wider community, communication and professional development. In addition to being Head of Pre-Prep, I have my own class, teaching the girls in Year 1.

What excites you about the job you do? Every day is different and I love seeing the girls enter the Department every morning with smiles on their faces. Seeing the girls’ enthusiasm for learning continuing throughout the day, when they are fully immersed in their lessons, is delightful. Being Head of Pre-Prep has enabled me to organise the elements within the Department that have a direct impact on each individual child, ensuring that the girls’ learning progresses in order for them to achieve their full potential. What activities do you enjoy in your spare time? I love running, walking, yoga, pilates, travelling and shopping! I have completed the London Marathon and was delighted to be able to

News from the PPTA This term saw the PPTA host two very successful events. First was the Burns Night Supper and Ceilidh in January. We were delighted to welcome over 120 members of the Pipers community to enjoy a traditional Burns Night menu of haggis and cranachan, before spending the rest of the evening taking part in a traditional Ceilidh. It was a fantastic night – thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended. In March the younger members of the school, along with their families and friends, came along to the PPTA Easter Egg Hunt. There was huge excitement as the children ran around the school grounds, looking for their eggs so that they could claim their prizes. As always it was a very enjoyable afternoon providing an opportunity for fun and socialising.

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combine three of my favourite past times when I travelled to New York. I completed the New York Marathon, saw lots of amazing sights and managed to go shopping, all in a short space of time. Completing these marathons started my desire to complete more of the majors. Who would you say has inspired you in life? My family, because they have supported and encouraged me to do what I love. They have taught me the importance of perseverance, resilience, hard work and integrity. Finally, the best thing about working at Pipers Corner is… The best thing about working at Pipers Corner is having the opportunity to inspire the youngest girls in the school, fostering a love of learning and embedding the skills for the girls to become life-long learners. Pipers Corner provides an amazing environment with first-class facilities to help to facilitate this. Joining Pipers Corner has enabled me to work alongside individuals who encourage and support future development and who, like me, have a forward-thinking approach.

Summer Term 2018 Term begins Monday 16 April | 0830 hours May Bank Holiday Monday 7 May Half-term begins Friday 25 May | 1600 hours Half-term ends Monday 4 June | 0830 hours Term ends: Parent’s Day Saturday 7 July | 1630 hours

The PPTA are always on the lookout for more willing volunteers to join. Being involved in the PPTA is a fun way to meet other parents and get involved in your daughter’s school. Please contact the PPTA if you feel you can contribute in any way - the group email address is ppta@piperscorner.co.uk

Goodbye and good luck!

In early February the PPTA held its AGM and our treasurer was delighted to confirm that we the total raised for charity from our events last year came to over £10,000. These funds have enabled the PPTA to make contributions to the following charities: Young Carers Bucks, An African Dream, MacMillan Cancer Research Trust and Cancer Research UK.

Next term there are two PPTA events to look forward to - the BBQ and Camping Night on Saturday 16 June and The Glitz and Glamour Ball on Saturday 30 June.

Hello and welcome!

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