Arnold House Magazine 2015 Redacted by urban juice

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Contents 1 Welcome Contents Valete From the Headmaster Academic and Scholarship Success Staff List Staff News Salvete Development The Board of Friends Bursary Casino Night List of Donors 2014-2015 The Parents’ Association The Governors The Catering Team

4 Senior School 1 2 3 3 4 5 8 10 11 11 13 14 15 15

18 18 20 21 22 24 26 27 27 28 28 28 29 30 34 34 36 38 40 41 42 44 45

3 Junior School Year 1 Trips & Activities Year 2 Trips & Activities Years 1 & 2 Drama Review Year 3 Trips & Activities Year 4 Trips & Activities Years 3 & 4 Drama Review

64 66 70 74 76 78 80 81

5 Art & Design Review Boys’ Work

84 88

6 Music

2 School News Canons Park Activity Centre From the Library Visiting Author Piers Torday Kids' Lit Quiz Compass Course Visiting Speakers Verse Speaking International History Bee & Bowl Competition Model United Nations House Assemblies School Council Year 8 Positions of Responsibility Public Benefit IT Church Young Entrepreneurs’ Afternoon Activities Chess Gymnastics Prize Giving Prize Winners House Competition Outstanding Achievement

Year 5 Trips & Activities Year 6 Trips & Activities Year 7 Trips & Activities Year 7 Shakespeare Schools Festival Year 8 Trips & Activities Year 8 Post CE Activities Programme Ski Trip to Mürren, Switzerland Head Boys’ Review

48 52 54 56 58 60

Review Associated Board Exam Results

106 111

7 Form Pages Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

114 116 118 120 122 124 126 128

8 Sport Football Rugby 1st XV Rugby Tour to Leicester Hockey Cricket Twenty/20 Cricket Match at Lord's 1st XI Cricket Tour to Jersey Tennis Sports Day & House Athletics Championships

132 136 138 140 142 145 146 147 148

9 Old Boys The ‘42 Club Dinner Christmas Catch-Up Class of 2007 Lives Remembered – Colin Winser

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Magazine edited by Stephanie Miller Design and production by Urban Juice www.urban-juice.co.uk

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From the Headmaster

eading through this latest issue of our school magazine I have been struck by how much time and energy has gone into new ventures over the past couple of years. Although at Arnold House we have many time-honoured traditions, pastimes and events that punctuate a school year, it feels to me that there is plenty going on that is fresh, and which appeals to the boys’ sense of adventure, natural curiosity and desire to put their knowledge and skills to the test.

extra-curricular clubs to new House sports competitions for boys in Years 1 & 2, there are plenty of new initiatives which seem quick to establish themselves in the dayto-day life of the School. The staff and boys have certainly lived up to Rudyard Kipling’s maxim of “filling the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds’ worth of distance run” and I hope you enjoy reading about their many exploits and achievements in the pages that follow. Viv Thomas

From the Years 6 & 7 Entrepreneurs’ Afternoon, Year 8 Review or boy-led

Academic and Scholarship Success

nce again the efforts of our Year 8 boys and staff can be applauded as they have upheld the School’s long-standing reputation for academic excellence. Of the 243 Common Entrance and Scholarship exams taken in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, French, Latin, Ancient Greek, History, Geography and Religious Studies, 61% were graded A or A* and 86% graded A or B by the boys’ destination senior schools. The results themselves confirm that Arnold House boys not only win their places to the leading independent schools but do so in some style, gaining inclusion in higher sets when they arrive. Particular congratulations must go to the boys who had the honour of being entered for academic scholarships; ---- ------ won a scholarship to City of London as did ---- ------------------ to St Paul’s. --------- ------- secured his place to Eton by performing strongly in the King’s Scholarship Examinations and was also awarded a Music scholarship.

the required standard at Common Entrance is reached in the summer term of Year 8. The range of senior schools to which Arnold House boys transfer differs from year to year but as a ‘stand-alone’ prep school we forge strong links with an array of senior schools, as can be seen from the conditional places offered so far to our 11 and 12 year old boys: Bradfield, Brighton, City of London, Eton, Hampton, Harrow, KCS, Marlborough, Mill Hill, Radley, Rugby, Sevenoaks, Sherborne, St Paul’s, Tonbridge, UCS, Wellington, Wetherby, Westminster and Winchester. Three further schools, Bedales, Dulwich and Merchant Taylors’ who hold entrance

exams in Year 8, complete the current list of possible destinations for boys whose Arnold House careers will come to a close over the next two years. Senior school destinations

Number of boys transferring

City of London

Emanuel

Eton

Highgate

Mill Hill

St Albans

St Paul’s

UCS

Winchester

The majority of senior schools invite boys for pre-assessments and interviews when they are in Year 6 or 7. If schools feel confident about a boy’s potential to succeed in their particular environment he will be offered a conditional place; the condition being that

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Staff List Headmaster Mr Vivian Thomas Teaching Staff

Mr David Moss-Marks: 7M Form Teacher, Head of English, Drama Mr Nick Odlin: 4O Form Teacher, General Subjects, Games Miss Sophia Panaretou: Head of Latin & Greek

Miss Lydia Alukwe: Teaching Assistant

Mr Frank Prenesti: Cricket

Dr Christina Aristidou: Latin, Drama & General Subjects

Miss Chloe Randall: Head of Art (maternity cover)

Miss Kate Badenoch: 2B General Subjects

Miss Lucie Richtarechova: Teaching Assistant (maternity cover)

Mr Richard Bagnall: Games

Mrs Rekha Ruda: Director of Studies, Head of IT & Compass

Mrs Kim Bahra: Head of Religious Studies (maternity leave)

Mr Marcus Russell: Gapper

Mrs Annabel Batty: 4B Form Teacher, General Subjects

Miss Margaux Stones: Drama Mr Sebastian Stones: Deputy Headmaster (Pastoral), Head of Geography Mrs Sophie Stones: 6S Form Teacher, Head of French, Risk Assessment Coordinator Mrs Aneta Struzik Mazur: Teaching Assistant

Mr Alex Bouchier: Gapper (Autumn Term) Mrs Yulia Boyarin: 3B Form Teacher, General Subjects, Head of Years 3 & 4 Miss Sophie Cobb: Art Assistant (maternity cover) Mr Ian Cornish: Head of Drama, English Mr David Cox: 5C Form Teacher, General Subjects, History, Games Extra Curricular Coodinator Mr Andrew Cuthbertson: Piano Mrs Susie Dart: Head of Years 1 & 2, 2D Form Teacher, General Subjects Mrs Netti Denes: Teaching Assistant

Mr Andrew Turpie: Head of Religious Studies (maternity cover) Mr Sam Wadling: Teaching Assistant Mr Andy Wilkins: Maths, Science, IT Support

Miss Camilla Duxbury: Playground supervisor (maternity cover)

Mr Rupert Willoughby: Latin & Greek Mr David Wilson: 8W Form Teacher, PE, Maths, Games, Teaching & Learning Coordinator Visiting Staff

Mr Haydn Elliott: Games

Mr Stephen Aitken: Brass

Mrs Chloe Esposito: English Mrs Rachel Ferhaoui: 6F Form Teacher, Senior Tutor Year 5 & 6, French Miss Lydia Fleming: Director of Music

Mr Anthony Lawton: Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone & Recorder

Ms Leonie Flynn: Librarian, English Mr Sean Gleeson: 5G Form Teacher, Head of Maths, Games Mrs Elena Gregoriou-Ostojic: Head of Learning Support, English Mrs Kate Housden: 8H, Head of Art and Design, Professional Development Coordinator (maternity leave) Mr Jon Harahap: Head of Years 7 & 8, Canons Park Coordinator, Maths, PE, Games Mr John Hill: Deputy Headmaster (Academic), Senior Tutor Years 7 & 8, Head of History Mrs Carol Ioannis-Antoniou: Piano and Recorder & Music Theory Miss Lizzie Jones: 3J Form Teacher, General Subjects Mr Christopher Kerr: Senior Master, Head of Years 5 & 6, Director of Sport, Geography Mr Oliver Layton: Teaching Assistant, Games Ms Patricia Legan: 1L Form Teacher, General Subjects, Years 1-4 Maths Coordinator Ms Rachel Lovell: General Subjects Mrs Jenny Lyons: Head of Science Miss Sarah Mackay: 1M Form Teacher, General Subjects, Year 1-4 English Coodinator Mr Dayne Matthews: 6M Form Teacher, Maths, General Subjects, PSHE Coordinator, Games Mrs Lucy Matthews: Teaching Assistant Mr Marc Montague: Student Teacher, Year 2

Mr Matthew Lee: Cello Mrs Alisa Legroux: Piano Mr Jason Little: Guitar Mr Alex Nelson: Drums Mr Paul Riley: Flute Mr Anthony Rowden: Guitar Mrs Felicity Sadler: Violin Mr Jean-Paul Wallace: Chess Mr Simon Yeo: Ju Jitsu Administrative Staff Mr Richard Fletcher: Bursar Miss Olivia Armes: Administration Officer Mrs Pauline Baker-Jackson: Laboratory Assistant Ms Joanna Berns: Headmaster’s PA (maternity cover) Mrs Joanna Chapman: Bursar’s PA Mr Philip Chester: Premises Officer Ms Michelle Da Silva: Chef Manager, Accent Catering Mr Simon Longstaff: Assistant Bursar Mrs Stephanie Miller: Director of Development Mr Lee Morgan: Groundsman, Canons Park Mrs Rachel Pearce: Headmaster’s PA (maternity leave) Mrs Frances Peel Yates: Compliance, HR & Policies Administrator Mrs Mary Walsh: Housekeeper, Trinity Cleaning Mrs Penny Williams: Registrar/Office Manager

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Staff News Richard Fletcher

but I’d say it is better to have the loud voice of a man of the world directing us than the tiresome whimpering of a dull technocrat who hides behind the baffling rules and regulations of the nanny state. As the man becomes a legend in the stories yet to be told in the staff common room and the office, let’s not forget among all the hilarious exaggeration that Richard’s contribution to Arnold House was sincere, profound and successful, after all, as he loved to say, “We are Arnold House, you know”! John Hill

will rise to with just as much success as he has found here. Nick will be sorely missed both by staff and boys but we wish him continued happiness as he furthers his career in pastures new. Lizzie Jones

Andrew Cuthbertson

Nick Odlin During his seven years at Arnold House, Richard certainly won a place in the history books. He is without doubt one of the “louder” characters at the School and the staff will be telling amusing tales of “You won’t believe what the Old Bursar did” for years to come. At the end of term staff lunch I was able to list some of the stories collected from his colleagues – and needless to say we all had a good laugh. The details will of course remain confidential, but the anecdotes ranged from attending a conference at City Hall while wearing the Headmaster’s name badge, through to a meeting with a top female tax lawyer, his numerous stripy blazers, his Bursar’s phrases, his unPC outlook and ending up with an analysis of his unique email etiquette. Although intended to be humorous and gently poking fun, the stories also illustrated perfectly Richard’s commitment to Arnold House. He has been interested in all aspects of school life and wanted to know more about everything in order to help us move forward. Behind the big personality there is a big heart and one that is a testament to the fact that Richard is one of the post-war generation. Born in 1948 (in the reign of King George VI) he embodies all that was best in that period: service before self, pride in appearance, seeing the job through. It is true he is a man of strong opinions and not everyone agreed with him all of the time,

Nick joined Arnold House in 2007, initially as a classroom assistant and member of the Games staff. After taking a year out to travel, he returned in 2009 as a Teaching Assistant in Year 3. He clearly enjoyed life in the classroom and it wasn’t long before he decided to further his skills and train to be a teacher by completing the Institute of Education’s Graduate Training Programme, qualifying in 2011. Since then he has been a Form Teacher in both Year 3 and Year 4, guiding his boys both in the classroom and on the Games field with plenty of calm as well as good humour. He leaves us now for Bonner Primary School in Tower Hamlets, a challenge which we have no doubt he

Andrew Cuthbertson taught piano at Arnold House School for twenty five years and we were truly blessed. He was a very gifted pianist winning a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music and a post graduate scholarship to the Paris Conservatoire where he studied under Vlado Perlemuter. My lasting memory of Andrew is of his beautiful piano playing every morning before the boys arrived. He lit up our day for us. Andrew was fond of his pupils and was proud of their achievements and will be missed by all. Carol Ioannis-Antoniou

Sadly Andrew passed away on 9th July. His funeral was attended by many staff, parents and old boys on 27th July at Christ Church Hampstead and the service was led by his longstanding friend Father Paul Conrad.

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Staff News Richard Bagnall

a kind and reflective personality and takes an active part in community work for his local church. A talented sportsman, popular coach and good-humoured colleague, we wish him well in his retirement to Norfolk. John Hill Rupert Willoughby

When I was at school, nearly all the teachers had a nickname – some affectionate, some less so – but this seems to be a tradition that has died out, even in a school like Arnold House which in many good ways harkens back to an earlier era. There is however one exception to the rule at Arnold House and that is Mr Bagnall, known almost universally as “Baggers”. This is certainly one of those nicknames that is used with affection and is a testimony to the impact he has made over his fourteen years at the school. His primary role has been coaching sport, but he is also a stalwart of many residential trips, especially those to France. Baggers worked as a civil servant for Hackney Council for many years, but then took a career change into sports education and we have been lucky to benefit from his expertise in football, rugby and cricket. It is cricket that is his greatest passion and he has bequeathed to us two events that are now firm fixtures in the school calendar: the Cricket tour to Jersey and the Twenty/20 match at Lord’s Nursery Ground. He is a modest man, but in this case he should be very proud to have put his beloved cricket so centrally into the summer term at Arnold House. His good humour, quick wit and long writes ups for In House will long be remembered among his colleagues, as will his performances on the karaoke machine on staff nights out. As well as a fun outgoing side, Baggers also has

in 'Saxon's Army' Club and in being at the helm of a very lively and well-attended Debating Club for the past couple of terms. Equally, he has been an instant hit in the staff room, taking a fervent interest in all of the Arnold House characters. Ever the gentleman he is always quick with a compliment or witty observation showing a highly developed eye for detail and sense of the absurd. He has a refreshing take on everything; the man who wrote 'Basingstoke and its contribution to world culture' can sniff out a bit of culture or subculture in the most seemingly barren environment, so let's hope that he's found plenty to ignite his interest at Arnold House - maybe we'll be the subject of his next 'tome' ! Good luck, Rupert - you will be greatly missed by us all. Rachel Ferhaoui Chloe Esposito

It has been a marvellous treat to have Rupert Willoughby in the Common Room over the past nine months - a real breath of fresh air: author, historian, raconteur and keen observer of life in all its forms. Under the auspices of Mr Willoughby, the boys have been lucky enough to be stretched, inspired and extended by his broad and eclectic range of knowledge and experience that he has brought to the classroom, and delivered with his own breed of charm, panache and eccentric turn of phrase. Deceptively clad in his rather preppy attire, he has enthralled the boys with his tales of Ancient Greece and 'hopelessly dilapidated' ruins, and yet managed to infuse his lessons with a contemporary twist, by skilfully injecting bursts of banter, 'Ludibrium', and the strains of Mark Ronson's 'Uptown Funk' 'Urbanus Funcus' and Plan B's 'She Said' 'Dixit' in Latin. Needless to say, excellent results were gained in the Classics Department this year – ‘bravo’ team Panaretou/ Willoughby/ Aristidou! Rupert's contribution extended beyond the classroom as Field Marshal Willoughby

Chloe arrived at Arnold House in March and stayed until the end of the summer term. She may have spent only a short time at the School but it was a memorable few months, in which she made an impact. While also engaged on her first novel, she quickly saw an opening for a creative writing club, which she promptly organised and ran for a small but committed group of young writers on a Tuesday afternoon. She invited guest writers to advise the boys about structure, plotting and character in a good story. At the same

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Staff News time, she eased the path of her CE class towards success in their final exams, making a name for herself as an inspiring and goodhumoured young teacher. It is not often that we have poems recited in assembly but Chloe promoted her poetry competition in aid of the Nepal Crisis Fund, by reciting Emily Dickinson’s poignant poem, ‘Hope’, to an assembly of awed young boys and admiring staff. Chloe will be missed and we look forward to seeing her name in lights, acclaiming the novel she was busily writing during her short but scintillating career at Arnold House. David Moss-Marks

in Ewell, Surrey, before moving onto Colet Court. Ian made a good contribution to the school and was a valued member of the English Department. David Moss-Marks Olly Layton

Ian Cornish

Ian taught English and Drama at the School between September 2013 and December 2014. He also directed Year 7 boys in two plays, as part of the Shakespeare Schools Festival, making inspired contributions to the growing canon of work that Arnold House has been offering to the Festival since our first involvement in 2009. Ian began with a production of ‘Macbeth’ and then, in the last academic year, the boys performed ‘A Winter’s Tale’, at the Platform Theatre, King’s Cross. Ian taught English in the senior part of the school, having previously taught at UCS and The Royal Grammar School at High Wycombe. He ended his contract before leaving and starting a job, teaching at a boys’ school

Alex Bouchier

Olly is an Arnold House old boy, and it was lovely to welcome him back for two terms, when he joined our Year 4 team as a Teaching Assistant. Unfailingly charming and easy-going, he could pretty much turn his hand to anything, and settled in quickly and naturally into the School's routine. Whether in the classroom or on the sports front, his warmth, friendly personality, kindness and commitment towards the boys were invaluable. Nothing was ever too much trouble in either supporting the boys or his colleagues. He has since travelled the world before embarking on a graduate course at Mishcon de Reya. We wish him well and know that he will remain in touch. Annabel Batty

Our gap student in the autumn term of 2014 was Arnold House old boy and an Old Etonian, Alex Bouchier. Alex carried out his role of gapper with confidence and style. A polite and considerate member of staff, he was very helpful to me and to colleagues. He was liked and respected by the boys, able to chat to them informally but without compromising his authority. Alex is a fine sportsman, representing his county at cricket, and a keen footballer who was a great help on the games field, supporting the coaches. Following his departure at Christmas, Alex travelled around South America learning Spanish and in September will be going off to Bristol to study History. Sebastian Stones

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e have seen a huge number of new and welcome faces on the staff this year.

Marcus Russell has made an excellent impression as our gap student, so much so that we have decided to keep him on as a Teaching Assistant. He is a young man with calm efficiency and commitment to the job. Lydia Fleming – one forgets she has only

been at Arnold House for a year, in that time she has become fully established as the new Director of Music, bringing her charm and good sense of humour to the job, as well as an amazing singing voice. Alisa Legroux

arrived as a new piano teacher and is a former colleague of Lydia Fleming. They work well together and we are lucky to have someone of Alisa’s high professional standards and great sense of fun on the team. Lydia Alukwe has been a great asset as a Teaching Assistant for the older boys. She has huge dedication and

takes initiative in lessons and is a cheerful and helpful presence for the boys; she has also been running a very successful tennis activity on a Friday afternoon. Christina Aristidou – or

Camilla Duxbury is our new playground supervisor, a role she has taken to quickly and she is now a familiar and happy face for the boys during break time, as well as being a Teaching Assistant in Years 1 & 2. Haydn Elliott is an AH Old Boy who helps out with Games on a Tuesday, balancing that commitment with his studies at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. It is good to see Haydn back at CP after so many years. Marc Montague

Dr Aristidou as she technically should be called - is a lovely, warm and committed teacher, who does not hide behind her wealth of academic qualifications, but instead is keen to engender in the boys her passion for Latin and Classical Civilization. Sophie Cobb isn’t really

new, as she was our ceramicist in residence last year, but this year she has worked full-time in the Art and Design Department during Kate Housden’s maternity leave and has proved hugely efficient and reliable in this role.

is another St Mary’s University student who did the final part of his PGCE with us in Year 2. He also helped out with Games and goes on to Devonshire House in September for a permanent position. Frank Prenesti keeps up our Antipodean connections and has been a great addition to our cricket coaching team in the summer term, helping with a good number of teams. Margaux Stones stepped into the breach to take on Drama after Christmas and has done a fantastic job, giving the boys the benefit of her professional acting experience and teaching them many tricks of the trade.

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Sam Wadling has joined us as the Teaching Assistant in Year 4 and as well as the good work he has done there, he has also made a mark at Canons Park, using his skills as a professional tennis coach. Lee Morgan has

Joanna Berns is another new addition to the Office and is covering for Rachel Pearce during her maternity leave â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like Rachel, Joanna has a lovely manner with the boys and staff and is always willing to help them as well as the Headmaster with his many tasks.

Lydia & Jean-Pierre Dupont

Congratulations to the following proud parents on their safe arrivals this year: Rachel and Phil Pearce with Arthur, Kate and Seb Housden with Posy and Kim and Raj Bahra with Josiah.

done a wonderful job at Canons Park as the new groundsman â&#x20AC;&#x201C; visitors are always impressed at how well kept the pitches are and this is down to the hard work of Lee and his team. Frances Peel Yates joined

Congratulations also go to Jon Harahap who married Amanda Hervey and Lydia Fleming who married Jean-Pierre in the summer and will return as Mrs Dupont. John Hill Deputy Headmaster, Academic

Josiah Bahra

Posy Housden us after Christmas and immediately got to work collating and overseeing the mass of documentation needed for the inspection process; it was a very timely arrival as the Inspection itself came in March. Frances has now additionally taken on a role as HR administrator.

Jon & Amanda Harahap

Arthur Pearce

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Development The Bursary Fund The School provided four bursary places this year funded through a combination of the School’s fee income and donations from current and former parents, old boys and friends of the School. In total, we raised £78,000 for the Bursary Fund following a successful Casino Night and a number of generous donations from our current parent body and old boys.

A number of boys have been through the application process for a bursary place in Years 5 to 7. The application process is rigorous and demanding for both the boys and their families who go through a number of stages including assessments and taster

days. All four boys who are currently in the School on bursaries will continue next year and will be joined by one further boy in Year 6. Annual Fund The Annual Fund 2014 was a great success with every project being funded and now in place, including 10 Mindstorms for boys to build and program real life robotic solutions, cricket covers for Canons Park thanks to the generosity of the Parents’ Association, a lifesize human skeleton model, model tooth set and giant model heart for the science department and a number of keys for a new piano in the gym. The launch of the 2015 Annual Fund was also met with enthusiasm especially for the Chapel Choir gowns which were donated by the Year 8 leavers at the end of the year and we look forward to seeing them in use in the autumn. Hanson Hero Bricks On the forecourt there are a number of bricks inscribed with the names of present and past boys and the year in which they joined the School. The first set of these commemorative bricks, was laid to mark the hundred year anniversary of Arnold House in 2005 and is called the Centenary Path. In 2006, following a competition among the boys, the project was renamed Hanson’s Heroes after Miss Amy Hanson who founded the School in 1905. These commemorative bricks cost £100 each and the money raised from their sale

is used to the benefit of all boys and helps to add to the existing resources at Arnold House. Funds raised from their sale have so far been used to improve facilities and equipment for ICT, music, sport and the library. This year the project has proved its continued success with forty one new bricks being laid over the summer break, raising £4,533 for Annual Fund projects.

For further information about fundraising at Arnold House, please contact Stephanie Miller on 020 7266 6989 or e-mail smiller@arnoldhouse.co.uk The School is most grateful to the parents and old boys who have supported the various fundraising efforts this year. The full list of donors can be found on page 13. Stephanie Miller Director of Development

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The Board of Friends

as Vegas came to Loudoun Road this year with the Arnold House Casino Night coming up trumps for the Bursary Fund. There were certainly no losers and Lady Luck was on everyone’s side as staff, parents and old boys successfully raised £40,000 on the night; whilst enjoying cocktails, Frank Sinatra crooning and the great humour and auctioning skills of Sindhu Hørder. As always I am very grateful for all the hard work, time and effort which is put into organising events like the Casino Night and extend a big thank you to all who made it such a successful evening. Namely Stephanie Miller, Juliet Sampson, the Chair of the Bursary Ambassadors and all the members of the committee, who provide such brilliant support. The role of the Bursary Ambassadors has been crucial to both fundraising and raising

awareness of the bursary scheme across the Arnold House community. Including the sum raised by the Casino Night, we have reached a grand total of £78,000 for this year.

Owing to the generosity of parents and pupils, past and present, the Fund is making it possible for four boys to attend Arnold House, currently in Years 5, 6 & 7 with ongoing assessments to offer further places.

Juliet is now standing down as Chair of the Bursary Ambassadors; she was appointed in 2013 and has excelled in this role, having been an original member since the inception of the committee in 2012 – her enthusiasm and co-operation with the Board of Friends has been invaluable. On behalf of everyone at Arnold House, I wish to thank Juliet for all her efforts and hard work.

It only leaves me to add that on behalf of the Board of Friends, I wish to thank all the parents, staff, old boys and friends who contribute to the success of Arnold House and who continue to support this often lifechanging and worthwhile cause.

I am also pleased to announce that through fundraising we have surpassed the £500,000 mark since launching the Bursary Scheme; a sum achieved over the relatively short period of six years.

If you wish to make a donation to the Bursary Fund, please contact the Director of Development Stephanie Miller at smiller@ arnoldhouse.co.uk Anastassis Fafalios Chairman of the Board of Friends

Bursary Casino Night

n 12th March, 260 parents and staff gathered at the American School for the annual bursary fundraising event. This year, the theme embraced a Casino style with lounge seating, a live Rat Pack tribute act, a variety of casino tables which remained popular and competitive throughout the night and a live auction.

Year 8 parent and comedian Sindhu Hørder took to the mic to provide us with an entertaining auction which amounted to a fantastic total of £21,950. Overall, the evening raised £40,000 for the Bursary Fund which will be used to support our next intake of bursary boys in September.

We would like to thank everyone for their continuing support of the Bursary Scheme and the Board of Friends and Bursary Ambassadors for all their help in putting together a memorable evening. Stephanie Miller Director of Development

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Bursary Casino Night

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List of Donors 2014-2015 Bursary Fund

Mr & Mrs R Ragoowansi

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Mr & Mrs J Abrahams

Mr & Mrs M Rainer

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Mr & Mrs P Adler

Mr I Rogers & Ms M Green

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Dr D & Dr M Badenoch

Mr & Mrs P Rowbotham

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Mr & Mrs I Al Bayaa

Mr & Mrs P Salama-Caro

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Mr & Mrs A Bagchi

Mr & Mrs M Salem

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Mr N Boles

Mr & Mrs L Samonas

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Mr & Mrs K Bone

Mr & Mrs J Sellar

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Mr G Brown & Mrs J Lear

Mr & Mrs G Singer

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Dr & Mrs K Bush

Mr & Mrs L Somerville

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Mr Fairclough & Ms G Cooper

Mr D Stillit & Mrs V McLean

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Mr & Mrs L Cresswell

Dr R Tanner

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Mr & Mrs A Cross

Mr & Mrs N Weir

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Mr & Mrs P Cryer

Mr & Mrs C Woolley

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Mr & Mrs S Elliott

Mr & Mrs S Zakaria

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Mr & Mrs A Freudenheim

Anonymous x 14

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Mr & Mrs N Galatis

Annual Fund

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Mr & Mrs M Goldbart

Mr & Mrs J Arnold

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Mr & Mrs G Halamish

Mr G Gilchrist

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Mr & Mrs T Hussain

Mr & Mrs A Hammad

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Mr & Mrs G Jacobs

Mr R Koubaa & Ms H Dammak

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Mr & Mrs A Kuropatwa

Mr & Mrs K Lakhwani

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Mr & Mrs A Large

Mr & Mrs A Narvani

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Mr D Manasseh

The Parents' Association

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Mr & Mrs N Marangoni

Mr & Mrs L Samonas

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Mr & Mrs N Marchant

Mr P Serafinowicz & Ms S Alexander

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Mr S Mays-Smith & Ms J Sampson

Year 8 Leavers

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Ms M McCartney

Anonymous x 3

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Mr & Mrs S Murdoch

Hanson’s Heroes (Commemorative Bricks)

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Mr & Mrs J Naggar

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Mr A Notaras

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Mr & Mrs B O'Brien

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Mr & Mrs M Parker

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Money Raised 2014 – 2015 (including Gift Aid) Bursary Fund

£78,355

Annual Fund

£9,732

Hanson’s Heroes Bricks

£4,533

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The Parents’ Association

014/15 has been another eventful and fun-filled year for the Arnold House Parents’ Association! A new committee began this year, with wonderful support from the previous one making for a smooth transition and allowing us to easily continue with the fun events that have recently become traditions the Arnold House boys and their families know and love! We hit the ground running with an actionpacked autumn term. Every year, the AHPA has the privilege of joining the School’s traditional New Boys’ Tea Party - an afternoon where many new little faces (and a few older ones) are welcomed to the School to meet their new teachers and classmates and leave with an Arnold House bear and goody bag. Just a couple of weeks later we wished Arnold House a Happy 109th Birthday! We celebrated with a cake large enough to feed the entire school, and which featured edible photographs from the School’s recently published history. It was particularly poignant to watch the two head boys and Mr Thomas slice the cake. The term culminated with the ever popular Christmas in the Courtyard - the last Friday of term saw the School’s courtyard turned into a Winter Wonderland, with a beautiful Christmas tree, twinkling lights and a festive carol concert arranged by Lydia Fleming and sung and played by boys from both the junior and senior schools. A certain member of staff reprised his role as Father Christmas (this year in a grotto beautifully designed and furnished by Year 7 rep Amy Somerville) as his elves and Angel kept order outside. Boys could be seen enjoying donuts, candy floss, hot chocolate and taking their chances at the tombolas while their parents enjoyed a chat over a mulled wine and mince pie. It was indeed a wonderful start to the festive season. Our other main event of the School year is the AHPA Summer Fair. Under blue skies in late June, the beautiful grounds at Canons Park were once again turned into a fairground, with a bouncy castle, coconut shy, toy tombola, crazy golf and more. It was wonderful to see the boys and their families enjoying themselves so much - children raced around on pedal go-karts, zoomed down slides, sumo wrestled each other in outrageously large suits

and munched on candy floss and popcorn while parents chatted over a Pimm’s or beer in the sunshine and enjoyed a burger or samosa. Requests were taken at the DJs’ booth where DJs John Hill and Sean Gleeson were providing their usual fantastic entertainment. It was also fun to see the variety of photos kids, parents and staff alike took at the photo booth! This year, we held another raffle - due to the generosity of several parents, we were able to offer some particularly amazing prizes, leading to a total of £2,063.76 raised, split between the boys’ chosen charity, EDGE, and the Annual Fund. The AHPA is also delighted to be able to support the School’s charitable endeavours; this year, EDGE (Evolutionary Distinct and Globally Endangered) - an arm of the London Zoo, which highlights and conserves oneof-a-kind species on the verge of extinction. Over three terms three charity days were held, two in aid of EDGE and one in support of St John’s Hospice, a wonderful local charity and hospice, which the School has supported for over 20 years. As always, Stephanie Miller came up with creative fancy-dress theme and the boys could be seen dressed as animals, in fun hats and caps and in original black and white outfits for each of the three days, while enjoying a bag of crisps (in the case of two of the days) or a home-baked chocolate chip cookie and hot chocolate at the other, at the traditional tuck shop. We also welcomed some new little ones over the year with presents from the AHPA; Rachel Pearce, Kate Housden and Kim Bahra all had babies we said goodbye to some wonderful staff as well, including Chloe Esposito, Rupert Willoughby, Olly Layton, Nick Odlin, Richard Bagnall and Richard Fletcher. And finally, we said goodbye to Andrew Cuthbertson, who we were so very saddened to learn passed away at the end of the summer term. At the senior school prize giving, the AHPA were honoured to present John Dawson with a staff appreciation award for his long service to the School. In the past, the AHPA has handled all second hand uniform, but this year Janet Lear and Gemma Fumagalli helped us incredibly by running all aspects of that, collecting and storing second hand donations and running

three sales, the proceeds of which were donated to help run our charity days. Many thanks to them for all the effort they put into this. I can’t say enough about the Arnold House Parents’ Association and its team of reps, who have put in so much time, dedication and enthusiasm in making this year such a success. Events like these simply cannot be run without the hard work of so many people. It has been an absolute pleasure for me to be a part of this group and to have had the opportunity to work more closely with many members of the Arnold House staff, as well as the parent body as a whole. Particular thanks go to Penny Williams, Jo Chapman and Olivia Armes in the Office, Stephanie Miller in the Development Office, Joanna Berns, Michelle Da Silva and her catering team and to Richard Fletcher, the Bursar, who we will miss and to whom we wish all the best. And finally, thank you as ever to Mr Thomas for his continued support of the AHPA. We wish all of you a wonderful and relaxing summer and look forward to another great year in September! Jenny Singer Chair of the AHPA

Summer Fair BBQ

Beer Pimm's Popcorn Tombola Cake Stall Pick 'n' Mix Crazy Golf Sumo Suits Candy Floss Bungee Run Coconut Shy Tin Can Alley Photo Booth Bouncy Castle Ball in a Bucket Guess the Baby Arts and Crafts High Score ----------- Bow Shoot Penalty Shoot Out Giant Inflatable Slide Play Your Cards Right Inflatable Assault Course Go Karting

12-3pm Saturday Canons 27th June Park 2015

Boys, families and staff please join us for a fanta stic, fun-packed afternoon to round off the scho ol year in style!

WELCOME

The Governors

s we look forward to the new school year, I am very pleased to say that I have very little to report! Our governing body remains unchanged and, as ever, I am very grateful to all of our governors for their dedication and support. Without doubt, last year’s highlight was the report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate which gave Arnold House a

clean sweep of “Excellent” across all headings. This result was a magnificent testament to Viv Thomas’s leadership and to the contribution of all of our teachers, administrative staff and – of course – to the boys and their parents. We were very sorry that after years of faithful service Richard Fletcher announced his retirement as Bursar. After several farewell parties Richard handed over the keys to Paula Vanninen who is already well into her stride –

we wish her every success. So, it is my great pleasure to report that Arnold House is in rude health and continues to go from strength to strength.

Barry O’Brien Chair of Governors

The Catering Team

have just come to the end of completing my fourth year with Arnold House and to say that we have been a swarm of working bees is putting it lightly! Throughout the year Arnold House is host to an array of events for which we have the privilege of providing a high standard of catering.

I have been fortunate enough not to see any changes in my staff and still have my strong reliable team who carry on being committed and hard working in providing different foods for all catering events. At the beginning of the year we introduced allergen information which identifies different allergens in each dish so boys know exactly what they are getting. We had many special days relating to different countries and this gives the boys the opportunity to experience foods from different cultures. We have monthly vegetables which are displayed in the dining room, giving the boys the opportunity to take part in a general knowledge quiz on these vegetable and a colouring in completion for the younger ones leading to a prize for the winners.

Throughout the year we cater for all the events starting from moving up drinks, prospective parents, sports day, dads vs

Special thanks to my team Eva Woolley, Raymond Joseph, Maureen Jarrett, Hazel Huff, Shanti Khand and John Dawson. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your son’s eating please feel free to get in contact with me. Michelle Da Silva Chef Manager, Accent Catering

teachers cricket matches and prize giving to name a few. We then close off the year with the Leavers' Party which is normally spectacular, leaving the Year 8 boys feeling excited for their next step. It’s been a rewarding year for all and we feel truly appreciative to carry on providing the correct nutrient for the boys, as good food at school goes hand in hand with a good education.

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School News

Dreamland Thunder. Rain, knocking on my window, pleading. Rolling over, my eyes refuse to move. My body: lead. I do not dare open my eyes. Is it really rain? Maybe. Not worth the risk. I hear the sharp click of a light-switch, the flush - who could it be at this hour? Footsteps meander up the stairs, finally stopping at my door. Fear invades my mind; sends soldiers up my spine. I pray to whatever God is out there that I locked my door. Abruptly, the rain stops. Paralysed, I can only hear the sound of my heart pumping away in my chest. Why have the footsteps stopped? My bedroom is on the middle floor, my parents’ on the top floor. My sister is at her friend’s house. Surely my parents would have carried on, up the stairs? The sound of the door easing open brings my mind out of dreamland. Footsteps echo through the stairwell, muffled by carpet. My carpet. I feel a breath, warm but not reassuring. Suddenly, I jolt upright in my bed. It’s morning! Sunlight floods through the shutters. A flush; footsteps follow. On they go, up the stairs. Stopping at my door. All my optimism is replaced with unease. I watch with horror as my door opens and a voice, unfamiliar, says; “I hope I didn’t wake you last night?”

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Canons Park Activity Centre

anons Park has had another successful and busy year as a multipurpose centre for the School.

Aikido participants and the various meeting and function attendees that are welcomed to use our facilities.

Lee Morgan became Head Groundsman and the playing surfaces, particularly the main cricket square, benefitted from his labour and care. He has also built a great relationship with users of the facility, both from School and outside of it, including tennis, bowls and cricket players, Tai Chi and

Outside of a busy and successful Games programme, school groups used the activity centre for a variety of purposes including: two Canons Park days for Year 1 boys, the annual Year 2 Victorian-themed day, the Year 3 production of The Wizard of Oz and the Year 4 production of The Wind in the Willows and their rehearsals, a Year 7 Science and Maths day, the Junior and Senior Summer Concerts, the Year 8 Leavers' Party, the Arnold House Interschool Chess Tournament and the Parents’ Association Summer Fair. The Kids’ Lit Quiz was hosted by Arnold House for the first time and Canons Park provided the perfect venue for such a wonderful competition.

In addition the Years 1 & 2 boys came up once a term for a House Competition in the sports for that particular season, a great innovation from Director of Sport, Chris Kerr, to allow for a smoother transition to Games in Year 3. On the Games front, cricket nets have now been installed to add to the functionality of the ground for training each afternoon and for warming up during matches for the School and for the Middlesex ladies and girls and Primrose Hill teams that use the grounds throughout the summer. Jon Harahap Canons Park Coordinator

From the Library

o year in the library is ever the same as another: obviously there are always new books – and new book crazes; there are

new reading lists, this time all genre specific; boys change, some spending more time in the library as they grow up, some less and

teachers require different things from the library – curriculum changes affect more than just individual subjects. The significant changes though reflect the boys themselves as, apart from a few stalwarts such as Harry Potter and Percy Jackson, there are always new authors and new books that engage the boys and lead them into becoming real 'readers'. Yet some things don't change much at all. The library is still a place where boys come at breaktime to chat, to sit and stare into space, to sit and read, to sit and memorise The Simpsons comics and to, occasionally, just escape the hurly-burly of the playground. Year 8 usually find a corner of the library to stake out as their own –

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From the Library

this year has been no different, though perhaps there has been as much emphasis on music this year as on reading, thanks to the fantastic musicality of the scholarship English set, the Jazz Band and particularly ---- ------------------ whose endearingly shameless brand of self-promotion (I'm sure there will be an album out soon – be prepared to buy it!) has left a fan-base threading through the school.

through an editor and are from a recognised publishing house are still the best ones for children to read. I have a Kindle which I love – it is brilliant for commuting – yet I still prefer to read a paper book mainly because I remember more and I never forget either title or author. At the end of each library class the boys have to tell me what they are reading and the page number they are on... with paper books, no problem. With Kindles? Half the time they have to look up

This year's Year 8 have been brilliant librarians too, led by ----- ----------- they have worked hard – and read amazingly. The 'library crew' (as they called themselves, I refuse to add my name to the title) have made me laugh (a lot – sometimes even on purpose), made me cross (...) and made me understand exactly why I love my job. As for the books, well, publishing is changing so fast. More and more the boys are reading on Kindles and downloading free books from Amazon. Sadly a great many of those books are self-published and are really not even worth the electricity it took to acquire them. Books that have gone

match book with boy, until that one book slots into place – and suddenly reading is no longer a chore, but something lifeenhancing. So, another year is gone. I have replaced thirty-two books that have been read so much they fell to pieces. Twenty-eight books are still missing. One book was eaten by a baby brother. ------------------favourite chair went to chair heaven. The library puffin family grew to three. And I have read my favourite picture books at least ten times each. Not that numbers matter – the library is all about words. And feelings. And my feeling is that the Arnold House library is a lovely place to work – books and boys who read? Who could ask for more. Leonie Flynn Librarian

the name of the book they are reading let alone the name of the author. I think it is important to remember titles and names, and to remember stories in detail – as much as anything, if all this information is ephemeral, how will Arnold House ever regain the Kids' Lit Quiz crown? It is lovely to be able to say that reading at Arnold House is in good shape – and that the Inspectors agreed! There have been boys this year who have changed almost overnight from reading (just) because they had to, to reading voraciously. Often it is just one book that can make that change. My job is to keep suggesting titles, to keep trying to

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From the Library Head Librarian’s Column Ahh… the library, where to start? I have been lost amongst the shelves and books of the library for two or three years at least now, and spend almost every break there with a rag-taggle bunch of Year 8s. Every day, after assembly or lunch, we make our way up there knowing that we will always be welcome. This year I was appointed head librarian, second only to the real librarian Leonie Flynn. In this one year alone I have covered, stamped and categorized more books than I can count. Surprisingly this activity is very rewarding and actually quite fun and definitely beats lessons! I have only two more weeks left of the school and the library is the thing that I will miss the most when I go to my new school in September. I will really miss the close knit group of Year

8s, many of whom I might not see again. Although it is small, the library will be one of my fondest memories as I can think back on all of the laughs I have had in there with my friends and the wonderful Leonie.

continue to have fun there, to read great books and to just appreciate how lucky Arnold House is.

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As well as being a place where I can talk about all the latest crazes and books and music, and in fact everything that I need to get off my chest, all boys - especially me - see the library as a sanctuary, where you can go enjoy a Simpsons’ comic, ‘air conditioning’ (big windows!) and the occasional strawberry lace. No school will ever have the same mood and atmosphere in their library as we have in ours and I just hope that the library continues to function as a place where boys can feel as at home as I did. I intend that at every opportunity I have to visit the School, I will spend it in library - and I hope that future boys

Visiting Author Piers Torday

hen I heard that Piers Torday was coming to visit the School I didn't know what to expect as I had never read any of his books. However, I soon found out he was a very interesting person and I read 'The Last Wild' and 'The Dark Wild' straight away. Firstly, Piers told us about his life as a child and where he grew up. I didn't expect him to say Northumberland because it was one of the main places that I had to focus on in my history lessons. I then found out that he was inspired by 'The Wind in the Willows' when he decided he wanted to become an author. He did go through many things in his childhood and it all started by one simple story he was writing for his homework about a dog who was a detective. After going through that story many times, he began to feel that his

goo, which tasted of prawn cocktail crisps, called 'Formula'. Factorium controlled the whole city and even started running schools. A boy called Kester went to one of the controlled schools but when he found out he could escape, he found his father (who was not actually dead) and brought the animals back to life. Overall, it was a very interesting talk and I really enjoyed it. classmates would tease him, or his teacher would give him low grades. So for many years he didn't write any more stories and completely ignored the fact that he was capable of being an author when he grew up. One day, when he had grown up he was going to his mum's old house (where he used to live) because he couldn't find a job. He was looking through some papers when he found a letter that Roald Dahl had written to him when he wanted to become an author. He decided he was going to become an author and realised the big mistake he had made. Finally he told us about his first book 'The Last Wild'. Now I really was paying attention. It was about a disease called 'the red eye' which could kill an animal in a matter of seconds. Once most of the animals were dead, there was no food, so a horrendous factory called 'Factorium' made an edible

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Kids’ Lit Quiz

n Wednesday 26th November 2014 the Kids' Lit Quiz Team set off to Canons Park. The 'A' team included ---- ----------------- ----- ------------ ------- ----- and ------ ----------- The 'B' team consisted of --------- -------------- ---- ------ --------- and ------ ------

Arnold House was hosting the North London heats this year. Whoever came first would go through to the United Kingdom heats, and if they came first there, they would go to Connecticut in the United States of America for the World Finals. They would visit lots of museums, go raft building and visit the house of Mark Twain, author of the world-famous book “Tom Sawyer”.

Arnold House’s 'A' team decided to put their joker on Mythical Beings. What do I mean by joker? Each team was allowed to place their joker on one category, which meant that their points on that round were doubled. Team 'B' put their joker on Comics. Team 'A' had a great start. We did incredibly well on the Colours category. The funny thing is; we guessed the answers for most of them! We got 9/10, which was the highest score and as a prize for getting the highest score for that round, we got a set of five books. There was one category where City of London Girls (the previous year's World Champions) got one point more than us. After that we kept on getting the same score, which meant that they were always one point ahead of us. After five categories we had an interval and enjoyed a snack of orange juice, crisps and a cupcake.

Some guest authors were present, including Piers Torday and Jason Rohan promoting their new books “The Sword of Kumokori” and “The Dark Wild”. In between every category the quizmaster asked an Individual Question. Whoever got the question correct got two pounds. At the end of the quiz Mr Thomas gave a speech and gave the prizes to the top three teams. We got National Book Tokens worth 15 pounds for coming second. It was a very enjoyable experience, all in all. I am certain we will win next year!

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It was a very close fight, but in the end we came second with 76 points. City of London Girls won once again with 78 points. A school called Broxbourne came third. Looking back, if we had put our joker on Colours, we would have won. There was a group of questions that we could have got right but just slipped through our hands. An example is a question where we had to guess what kind of shop a book character owned. There were mixed opinions within the team over whether it was “sweet shop” or “antique shop” we settled for “sweet shop”. The answer turned out to be “antique shop”!

Upon arrival, the teams spent some time by the book stall set up outside the big hall where there was a great variety of books for sale. Once all the schools had arrived, lunch was served. Spaghetti and garlic bread was on the menu. After lunch Miss Leonie introduced the Kids' Lit Quiz. The markers were Mr Moss-Marks and some parents from our school. The quiz started and it comprised ten categories: Animals, Colours, Comics, Disabilities, Elephants, Males, Middle Earth, Mythical Beings, Jobs and Settings.

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Compass Course

he Compass Course continues to offer our boys different challenges through project work and helps develop their team work, research, IT and public speaking skills.

"I’ve really enjoyed Compass and it’s a shame we can’t carry on in Years 7 & 8. My favourite project was the animations and I was very proud of how they turned out."

The boys in Year 5 have embraced each of their projects this year and I have been impressed with how well they have worked with different group members. They showed particular flair in using Dazzle to re-create some 20th-Century Art masterpieces.

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The Year 6 boys enjoyed a second year of creative projects, with the stop-motion animations being the overwhelming favourite. The presentation afternoon to parents was a great success with the boys showcasing perfectly the skills they had spent two years working on. The array and standard of the projects on display was fantastic and the boys spoke so confidently and fondly about their experiences. At the end of the summer term, four groups of Year 6 boys gave presentations about different international charities in assembly. Well done to all the boys involved who presented so passionately about their chosen charities: Mercy Ships

---- -------- ------ ---------------- --------- ---- ---------------- -------------- (6M) Save the Children

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---- ----- -------- ------ ---- ------------ ------- (6F) Congratulations to the Mercy Ships team, who won the most votes and will be the international charity that Arnold House supports next academic year! Mercy Ships provide the world’s largest charitable floating hospital. They bring free medical care to some of the world’s poorest people and are almost entirely staffed by volunteers. Rekha Ruda Head of IT and Compass Director of Studies

"I have really enjoyed Compass this year. I particularly liked doing the charity project because I learnt a lot about world disasters and the incredible work that people are doing to help."---- -----"I’ve really enjoyed all the Compass projects throughout Years 5 & 6 but my favourite was animating the creation stories."

------- ------"Compass started in Year 5 with book covers and ended in Year 6 with charity presentations. The course had no end of surprises in between!"-------- -----"I have learnt a lot of different things from the Compass Course and enjoyed working in teams. My favourite project was the EU leaflet as I enjoyed researching my two countries, UK and Denmark."---- ------"Compass has always been one of my favourite lessons. I enjoyed the animation project because we got to find out about interesting creation stories from around the world."-------- -----------"Compass is an amazing subject at Arnold House. I loved all the projects but my favourite by far was animation."

----- -------"I’ve learnt a lot about team work through Compass. I really enjoyed the book genre project and my favourite activity was designing a book cover based on humour books."------- --------------"I really enjoyed Compass this year, and I particularly liked doing our animations because we could be very creative by designing our characters and selecting the music."------- ---------"When I started Compass in Year 5 I feared it would be boring and not as good as IT, but no, in many ways it was even better! My favourite project was designing the book covers in Year 5."----- ------

"I really liked the charity project because my group worked well together and I like making presentations."---- -------"I’ve really enjoyed doing the charity presentations in Compass. Our charity was Sightsavers and I put a lot of effort into it and had lots of fun. I also worked really well with my group."---- -----"I’ve really enjoyed the Compass Course because I leant to work with other people and improve my leadership skills. My favourite project was the charity presentations because I learnt about how people’s lives are improved through charities."---- -------"I really didn’t know what Compass was until I had my first ever lesson. My favourite project was the EU leaflets. I did Austria and Sweden and I found it really interesting."

---------- --------------------"I’ve really enjoyed Compass this past two years, especially the charity presentations because it was interesting to research our charity."---- --------"When I started at------- House in Year 5, I didn’t know what to expect in Compass. It turned out that it was really fun and it is now one of my favourite lessons."

-------- --------"We have achieved so much in our two year Compass Course. I think the most interesting project was making animations based on different creation stories. It was so much fun!"----- -------"I really enjoyed the animation project because I learnt how to make a film and I liked drawing pictures of the characters, such as the great cow!"------ ------"I’ve really enjoyed the Compass Course because I got to work with my friends and show my creative side. I enjoyed the book covers project because I want to be an author when I grow up."------ -----"I have really enjoyed Compass throughout Years 5 & 6 but my two favourite projects were both in Year 6, the animations and the charity presentations. I couldn’t have done it without the help of friends in my groups."

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Compass Course Animated Creative Stories

Babylonian

Bambara

Chinese

Aboriginal

Maori

Yoruba

Mangaia

Dayak

Egyptian

Norse

Aztec

Book Covers

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Paintings

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Visiting Speakers Autumn Term

Date

Year

Speaker

10/09

Carly Gledhill

30/09 10/10

Tom Stables & Rebecca Lucraft

30/09

1-8

Jamie McCallum

13/10 30/10

2 2

31/10

Genevieve Cooper Leena Karnik Superna Khosla, Rachna Prasad, Jatin Joshi, Carol Bagchi, Arielle Jelliff

31/10

04/11 06/11 14/11 26/11 26/11

5-8 3 1 2 3

28/11

1-8

28/11

3-4

03/12

09/12

Paul Lear

Theme Year 5 Art day: Worked with illustrator to make soft creatures using screen printer and sewing felt. Year 6 Art day: Art and Geography painting, weaving to construct tectonic plates. Senior Programme Advisor at EDGE ZSL – came to talk about the charity EDGE to the whole school. ----- ------------- mum visited to talk to the boys about Canadian Thanksgiving. ------- ----------- mum visited to talk to the boys about Diwali. Diwali story puppet show by parents

------- -------- grandfather gave a presentation about various igneous rocks. He discussed their

origins and showed his vast collection as well as bringing in his specialist microscope. Internet Safety talk organised by AHPA. (A talk was also held for parents on 03/11) What it was like to be a child in Ancient Egypt and the role of women in Ancient Egypt. ---- -------- dad talked about climbing mountains and achieving goals when we have difficulties. ----- -------- mum visited to talk to the boys about American Thanksgiving. Open studio with ceramicist displaying pieces created with her workshops. Father Rob Wickham’s Christmas appeal for Hackney Parish. Filling up sacks of goodies for those who Fr Rob Wickham have no family over the festive period. Connah Hennebry ------------ dad came in to talk about working in Houses of Parliament. Talked about story writing, how he got into writing books, what inspired him and where he got the David Walliams ideas from, his future books, BBC televised projects of his stories. Hannah Waldron Year 8 Art day: Worked with illustrator and investigated contemporary ways to map spaces. The Rabbi from the New London synagogue came with parent Sara Saville (---- 1L) they talked Rabbi Jeremy Gordon about Hanukah and lit the candles on the Hanukia. The boys also had doughnuts, dradels and chocolate coins as part of the celebration.

Childnet International Claire Lewis Matt Hollier Katherine Taylor Sophie Cobb

Spring Term

Date

Year

20/01

21/01

27/01

29/01

02/02

04/02

11/02

1-8

27/02

05/03

3-5

19/03

Speaker

Theme

Science Workshop: Materials - Four sources of materials rock/ animals/ plants/ oil - boys got to handle materials from each group and sort them. Conditions needed for bacteria to thrive and the appropriate materials to use for different objects. Art: Impressionist artist Ken Howard came in to talk about his life and inspirations for his work and Ken Howard OBE, RA some well-known pieces of his. CREW Interactive Science Workshop: Forces - hands on session but about forces being pulling and pushing Workshops exploring which forces fitted into each group by undertaking a series of investigations. Art: Photoshop – ‘alphabet poster project’ Boys designs had already been scanned into Adobe Tom Stables Designer Photoshop where they produced designs onto A3 paper. Tom showed boys the key tools within the program and many different techniques. Susan Hollier ---- -------- mother came in to talk about Scotland. Life, Traditions and a brief history. Boys went to Canons Park and were led through the events of the Great Fire Of London. They Freshwater Theatre created scenes of everyday life in Pudding Lane, the fire itself, the frantic escape, camping at productions Moorfields and made decisions about how to rebuild the city. A representative came to share with the boys what a hospice is and how it helps people. St John’s Hospice (recognising the importance of the donations we make every year and what is done with the money we raise). ---------- -------- mum, Diana, came and spoke to the boys about Chinese New Year. Traditional Diana Jarrett costume and festivities as well as the Chinese Horoscope. World Book Day: Piers Torday spoke about what inspires his stories and how he became an author. Piers Torday He read extracts from his books and signed books for boys. Inua Ellams A workshop on creative writing / poetry. CREW Interactive Workshops

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Visiting Speakers Summer Term

Date

Year

Speaker

24/04

TFL Staff Police Officer

TFL safety talk for public transport and being aware when using technology in public places.

27/04

Jock Hutton

Talk by D-Day veteran who shared his experience and memories of his time in the war.

12/05

5-8

Samira Osman

Samira Osman, who also writes under the pen name of Sam Hepburn, talked with the Creative Writing Club about her Young Adult / Teen thriller series, Quicksilver. She read extracts of her work, answered the boys' questions about writing for children and signed copies of her book.

19/05

2-8

Kayo Chingonyi

Visiting Poet was invited to be a judge in the School's Verse Speaking competition and shared excerpts of his work.

20/05

Quantum Theatre Company

17/06

Sonia Joshi

22/06

Choir

Pavel Timofojevsky

24/07

Yolanda de Guevara

25/06

Whole School

30/06

Joel Miller

Organic Pharmacy Hampstead

02/07

EDGE Charity

Theme

Calculating Mr One - a Victorian mathematical musical.

------ ------- mum (1M) is a dental surgeon on Harley Street who came to talk about keeping teeth healthy. Gave the boys a goody bag with tooth brush / paste / mirror and puzzles.

The music speaker, Pavel Timofojevsky is a concert pianist and composer. He came in to give the boys a master class and to discuss how he got into the profession and what motivates/inspires him. Introduction to Spanish A representative came to share with the boys what EDGE do and how they help their cause with the use of volunteers and paid workers. (recognising the importance of the donations we made this year and what is done with the money we raised). Sports Writer Adolescent healthcare

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Verse Speaking

n Tuesday 19th May, Years 2 to 8 went over to the American School for what was to be a very exciting morning. We were seated by Year with the parents at the back and the panel of judges at a table in front of the stage. The judges consisted of the Headmaster, the Bursar and visiting poet, Kayo Chingonyi. The competition was structured so that Years 3 & 4 would play off against each other, then 5 & 6; and finally Years 7 & 8. Year 2 also watched as part of the audience to see older boys speaking poetry so they would be less daunted when they went into Year 3. The competition opened with Years 3 & 4 showing great skill in their poetry reading. One of the amazing things about this category was the diversity of poems chosen. From A.A. Milne’s ‘Wind’ to a poem ranting about the inconveniences of homework. After a short break for the judges to discuss the performances, we moved swiftly onto Years 5 & 6. The Year 5s seemed to bridge the age difference and performed to an equally high standard. ------ ------- opened with a performance of 'Is This A Dagger?' from William Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’

followed by ------ in 5G performing ‘The Sea’. Year 6 brought their own set of young talent with ------ ------- doing a very comical performance of ‘The Old Man, The Boy and the Ass’. Then, ---- -----performed ‘Look Up’ which became more like a TED talk explaining the problems with our modern, digital lives. Finally, the seniors had their turn. ----- ----opened with ‘The Piano’ by D.H. Lawrence, followed by me, ------- ------ with a particularly chilling recital of ‘Education For Leisure’ by Carol-Ann-Duffy. ----------------- examined the catastrophe of the Vietnam War and with -----------performance of ‘Lights Out’ the individual competition was drawn to a close. Kayo Chingonyi, then read a heart-breaking poem about his father’s death in his native Zambia. The winners were then announced: from Years 3 & 4 ----- ----------- won with his performance of ‘A First Day at School’; ------ ------- won in the middle school category and I was lucky enough to win the Individual prize for Years 7 & 8.

The Junior School really set the standard for the class competition. One very impressive performance was 3B who opened with a performance of ‘Kubla Khan’ using different tones of voice to create a very vivid description. The judges were impressed that boys so young were performing in such a mature manner. This went for all the performances in this category. In the middle years classes are expected to give a more complex performance. 6M did ‘For the Fallen’, which used both single and group voices to great effect. Another highlight was 5G’s performance of ‘The British’, which explained Britain’s multicultural population and its extreme diversity. Last came the senior boys with a very wide range of performances from ‘Digging’ by Seamus Heaney to ‘Let It Go’ from the film ‘Frozen’ performed by 8H. In the end 8W won, in the lower school 3B were triumphant and 6M proved to be the best of a very tight category. All in all there were some outstanding performances in both competitions.

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International History Bee & Bowl Competition

ollowing on from last year’s triumphs as British and European champions, the boys had more success this year, gaining a new title, as English Champions – rather like the UK, the IHBB has gone down the devolution route, with the British title being replaced by respective English, Scottish and Irish championships (perhaps the American organisers of the IHBB haven’t heard of Wales?). Given restrictions of time due to school exams and then the end of term for the Year 8 boys, we decided not to take our place at the European finals in Geneva and the World finals in Virginia. However with the rate of success we have had to date, I

am sure opportunities such as these will arise again in the future. Just like last year, I was amazed at the depth and range of the historical knowledge that boys on the teams had – most of it is related to subjects that are not part of the Arnold House History Curriculum, so I can take little credit for it. These boys have an absorbing interest in History and the IHBB is a perfect place for this interest both to shine and to impress. John Hill Deputy Headmaster, Academic

Model United Nations

n 19th June 2015, after we had finished our Common Entrance exams, some of Year 8 went to Felsted School to take part in the prep schools' model United Nations workshop and conference. Two teams of boys were entered into the conference, representing Brazil and Russia. There were five boys in each team and we were accompanied by Ms Legan and Mrs Lyons. The theme of the conference was "zero hunger challenge". Delegates from many prep schools debated world hunger, trying to find ways of achieving zero hunger throughout the world. In the morning we attended workshops about how to debate and also in which we considered what people really need in

order to survive. We learnt that there are 795 million people in the world who go hungry every day. It made us all realise how fortunate we are. At the end of the debate, we managed to get a consensus between the delegates, as a resolution was voted through with a majority of eleven votes to seven, and the member states committed to a reduction in food waste and an investment in women's education to facilitate the eradication of hunger. I was in the Russian team and we were placed second for our debating skills which was very nice but we were all aware that we were nothing like the Russians in real life!

We all really enjoyed the experience of the model U.N. conference and debate. It was something about which most of us previously had little understanding and it was fascinating to see how countries could operate together if they wanted to make the world a better place. There are a lot of problems in the world. It would be great if the United Nations really worked to improve the world in which we live.

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House Assemblies

ouse assemblies are led by the two House Captains during break. Whilst two of the Houses are having their assemblies the older and younger boys in the other houses have a chance meet, chat and play and get to know each other in the playground. Then we swap round. The House system is extremely important at Arnold House and the boys are fully aware that their academic, sporting and

extracurricular involvement contributes to their Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success. This was evident in the enthusiasm and joy expressed by Nelson in the end of year Assembly as they discovered that they had won the House Cup.

anti-bullying, online safety, what to expect in your final year at Arnold House and remembering the sacrifice of those that lost their life in the Great War. Of course there was great fun to be had with music, certificates, quizzes, biscuit eating competitions and more than occasionally a few sweets on offer as prizes. Sebastian Stones Deputy Headmaster, Pastoral

House Captains were well supported by other Year 8 boys when taking assemblies. Topics that were covered included

School Council

he School Council consists of one representative who is elected from each form from Year 3 upwards. The Council convenes at least once a term and the boys discuss a range of issues with Mr Stones and Mr Hill. Sensible and feasible recommendations and suggestions are passed on to appropriate bodies of the School, for example the catering department or Mr Kerr as Director of Sport, or are discussed with the Headmaster. Council minutes are also discussed by the staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pastoral Team and this provokes some interesting and useful discussion in this forum. Feedback is given to the

representatives in the following meeting and often the councillors are able to explain the decisions to the rest of school in assemblies. Thanks to the School Council, pegs were reintroduced into the Years 5 to 7 cloakroom after its renovation. The School Council also alerted the management to the lack of pressure in the water fountains at Canons Park and at Loudoun Road, a problem which seems to have been resolved. They also came up with some very good ideas for boy-led clubs, many of which are now

regular activities. Thank you to all the representatives. Sebastian Stones Deputy Headmaster, Pastoral

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Year 8 Positions of Responsibility

y the time the boys arrive in Year 8, their thoughts and those of their parents are naturally starting to turn towards Common Entrance and getting into the senior school of their choice. However, there is so much more to being a Year 8 Arnold House boy. We want them to continue to be involved in sport, perhaps captaining one of the teams. Musicians should make themselves available to the Orchestra, Choir or to one of the many groups that so busily fill the corridors with sweet melodies or rocky guitar riffs. Every boy in Year 8 is given an important role and responsibility. This includes, Head Boys, House Captains, Head Librarian, IT Monitors etc. as seen in the table right. At Arnold House, we are concerned with the long-term success of the boys. We believe that by making full and active commitment to the community - being a good citizen that the boys will be armed with the skills 28

they need in later life to be happy and successful. The boys understand this, and continue to amaze us with their ability to turn their hand to so many areas of school life. Sebastian Stones Deputy Headmaster, Pastoral Year 8 Responsibility Brunel:

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Public Benefit

eing a charity offers Arnold House the opportunity to demonstrate benefits that we can bring to the public. As part of this, the School continues to value and encourage the free use of its facilities and grounds by other schools and groups in the community. Clubs to benefit from the use of our Activity Centre at Canons Park are Acorn Tennis Club and Lupton Bowls Club. Primrose Hill Cricket Club, Middlesex Cricket Club and Finchley Gunns have also held a number of matches on the grounds during the summer season. The Friends of Canons Park and the Canons Park Estate Association are welcome users of our facility for meetings and local primary schools are encouraged to use the sports facilities and indoor hall for drama and music. In the evenings local groups take part in Aikido, Drama, Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba and indoor bowls. The Loudoun Road site is also used by groups in the local community including the Grove End Road Residents' Association. Within the local community, the School has continued to build upon our good relationships with the St John’s Hospice, St John’s Wood Church and St John at Hackney Church, Barrow Hill Primary School in St John’s Wood and Dewhurst St Mary’s Primary School in Cheshunt. This support continues with our involvement in

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A cricket training session at Lord’s with ex-England international Paul Nixon, for a group of children from Barrow Hill

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A Chapel Choir concert at St John and St Elizabeth hospital in aid of the Hospice

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A ‘Book and Coat Drive’ for Dewhurst St Mary’s Primary School

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Christmas Carol singing at the St John’s Hospice Day Centre

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A donation towards the renovation project at St Cyprian’s Church

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The boys in all Year groups taking part in the St John at Hackney’s Christmas appeal, putting together gift bags of useful items for those in need within the Hackney community Arnold House working in partnership with Queen’s Park Rangers Football Club and Barrow Hill Primary School by being a sponsor and mentor to a young apprentice sports coach to help develop the sporting opportunities available to children in the extracurricular programme

Raising Money for Charity: Over the academic year, the boys, staff and parents have raised significant amounts of money for a variety of local, national and international worthy causes including ZSL EDGE, the St John’s Hospice, Save the Children Nepal Disaster Fund and the Lifeboats and Poppy appeals. The boys and staff have taken part in a number of charity activities including an Animal themed day and a Black and White day for ZSL EDGE, a Hats & Caps day for the St John’s Hospice, Young Entrepreneurs Afternoon for ZSL EDGE and a poetry competition for the Nepal Disaster Fund. The total raised for charity this academic year to date is as follows: ZSL EDGE

£5,201

St John's Hospice

£4,935

British Legion

£396

Hackney Parish

£528

Save the Children Nepal Appeal

£160

TOTAL

£11,220

Further donations from the School St Cyprian's Building Appeal

£1,000

Clinical Haematology Charitable Fund

£250

RAF Benevolent Fund

£250

St John's Wood Church

£750

TOTAL Total charitable donations 2014-2015

£2,250 £13,470

Stephanie Miller Director of Development

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busy year again in the IT room with all the boys beavering away on a wide range of projects covering: word processing, graphics, desk top publishing, data handling, spreadsheets, web design, animation, control and programming!

The Year 4 boys have thoroughly enjoyed their new weekly programming lessons with Andy Wilkins who has covered Scratch, Lego NXT, Python and Kodu with them. Hopefully, this will stand them in good stead for future projects and those who

are natural coders can continue to benefit from Andy's expertise by joining one of his programming clubs next year. From next year, programming will feature as a subject in its own right on our curriculum.

Year 1 Well done to our Year 1 boys who so quickly learnt to log on and get to grips with our school network. The most difficult task was probably getting used to the mouse after all their previous touch screen experience. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been great to see their confidence and skills grow through the year.

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IT Year 2 It was a particularly impressive end to the year for our Year 2 boys who successfully completed their beautiful animal storybooks. They all worked extremely hard and showed excellent creative skills. I know they are looking forward to using their books during shared reading with Year 1 in September.

Year 3 Year 3 have produced an array of fantastic work and they were particularly proud of their patterns created using logo programming. They have also been very engaged in our recent discussions about internet safety and should be aware of different ways to stay safe online.

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IT Year 4 The boys in Year 4 have made huge strides with learning to touch type and they showed real creative flair in their stop motion animations using Pivot Stick Figure. This unit of work is always popular and the current year surprised me with their patience and skills.

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Church

he usual round of church services continued this year, although there were some variations to personnel and location. Fr Anders had other commitments for St Michael’s Day and for the end of the Lent Term service, so, much to the amusement of some of the staff, a certain “Father” John Hill had to do the sermon on those occasions – it has since been rumoured that both the Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope Francis have dissuaded him from any misplaced ideas about ordination, but he hopes the words he spoke were at the very least of interest, if not of the spiritual profundity we are used to from Fr Anders! We also made use of the beautiful chapel at the hospital for the Ascension Day service as it was pouring with rain, making the trip down to

St John’s Wood Church problematic. As ever the Chapel Choir, under the new Director of Music, Lydia Fleming, provided us with the musical backbone of our services. This was especially true at the Armistice Day service, where we were honoured to have the former Head of History at Mill Hill, Mr Peter McDonough give an excellent address. Thanks to Fr John Williams of St Mary’s, Cheshunt, who helped with a service when Fr Anders was away and congratulations to Fr Rob Wickham, who has been appointed the new Bishop of Edmonton, and has been one of our team of clergy for both church services and assemblies over the years. John Hill Deputy Headmaster, Academic

Young Entrepreneurs' Afternoon

n the spring term, boys in Years 6 & 7 were invited to take part in the first Arnold House Young Entrepreneurs' Afternoon. Teams of three or four boys were given the opportunity to run a stall in the forecourt during the afternoon which the rest of the School could visit before going home. All profits were donated to the charity – ZSL EDGE. In order to take part boys were asked to complete a simple business plan, including

a description of their stalls, roles and responsibilities amongst the team, outgoing costs breakdown, projected income and profit. The boys were very enthusiastic about becoming Arnold House Young Entrepreneurs and 15 groups entered business plans and started planning their stalls. During the afternoon, the rest of the School was treated to a variety of activities including Penalty Shoot Out, Tin Can Alley,

Tombola, Scalelectrix, Pie-in-the-Face, 10k run sponsorship, milkshakes, smoothies and many homemade sweet treats. Overall, the boys did a fantastic job creating and running their businesses, raising a total of £1,029 for ZSL EDGE and were therefore all rewarded with a commendation. A detailed scoring system was devised which looked at many aspects of how the boys ran their business including the coherence of the initial business plan, originality of idea, execution, presentation, teamwork, takings and overheads. 34

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Young Entrepreneurs' Afternoon The following three teams were awarded with the top prize and Gold Commendations: 1st Prize – Accuracy Trials:

----------- ---------- ------ --------------- ----- & ---- -------2nd Prize – INNOV8: ------- -------- ------- ------ ----------- & ------ -----3rd Prize – Penalty Shoot Out: – ----------- -------- & ------- ----All three teams scored highly by being very organised and planning well in advance for the afternoon. They worked seamlessly within their teams, demonstrated good execution of their businesses which remained very close to their original

business plans, kept their overheads low and had great original ideas.

All other participants received a Bronze Commendation.

Silver Commendations went to:

Following the success of the event, we look forward to it becoming a firm fixture in the calendar and so the current Year 5 can look forward to taking part next year! Stephanie Miller Director of Development

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Activities

he Arnold House activities programme has once again offered so much to the daily life of the boys. Arnold House boys are incredibly busy managing their weeks; whether it is doing prep for their different subjects, rehearsing for a music exam, playing in a school sports fixture or getting ready for a school production. On top of all of this they take advantage of all the extra-curricular activities offered to them by their teachers and fellow peers. It is all part of making the boys the well-rounded individuals that they are when they come to leave Arnold House at the end of Y8 and head off to their various senior schools.

enjoyed playing badminton. Every week we play matches in a tournament and we get two matches per week. After we played enough matches to separate different levels, we were split into either an A, B, C, D group and we played mini knock-out tournaments. The group we were in depended on how many matches we either won or lost. In Badminton Club, at the start we played first to seven but in the tournaments, to win, you needed more points. The Spring term was for Y7 boys and in the Autumn term Y8 boys were part of the club. Badminton Club was really fun and no matter which year group you are in you should try it.

This year the boys have continued to attend a multitude of activities which can be seen below, as well as engaging in a few new ones such as Airfix Club, Classical Civilisation, Collectors Club and Creative Writing Club. But the biggest success of the year must go to the boys who have set up numerous clubs themselves and made them such a success. It has given the boys a sense of responsibility as they have had to deal with the different issues that arise with running an activity. The clubs that were run by the boys this year were War Hammer Club, Touch Rugby, Festival Club, Animation Club, Uni Hoc Club, Magic Club, Senior Chess, Senior Football and Space Club. I am sure over the next few years the success of boys running their own clubs will only continue to grow. David Cox Extra Curricular Activities Coordinator

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Art Club Art club is fun because we draw really fun things! I also like Art Club because at the start we get snacks.

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Board-games Club Board-games Club is brilliant because there is such a variety of games to play, from Connect-4 to Battle-ships. It is a nice club to have on Monday at 1:30 break. The club is not too long and not too short. I would definitely recommend this club to the coming Years 3 & 4 boys. The club is a nice place to be because no-one tries to cheat and they don’t mind if they lose and just move on to the next game of their choice. No-one argues about what they want to play, which is a nice atmosphere to be in. I think the most popular game is Connect-4. I think anyone who likes board-games should definitely sign up.

------ ----------Classical Civilization Club In Classical Civilization Club we study aspects of ancient life. This term we have focused mainly on Greek theatre. First we learnt all the different terminology such as parodos, stasimon or episode. The small number of attendees helped us fully immerse ourselves in the culture and language. We discussed the three great poets and playwrights of classical Greece: Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides. Before moving on to read any tragedy we first studied the context in which these plays were written. I was particularly interested in the way a city that claimed to be democratic still couldn’t deal humanely with men who asked puzzling questions. I also greatly enjoyed reading Plato’s Apology which reveals Socrates’ great

wisdom and how he was killed just for speaking the truth. For the most part of the term we have been reading King Oedipus. Aristotle considered it to be the greatest Greek play. Throughout this mythic story of patricide and incest, Sophocles emphasises the irony of a man determined to track down, expose and punish an assassin who turns out to be himself. We took turns with different characters and I particularly liked Tiresias, the blind prophet, as he has such wisdom but delivers it in cunning riddles. I have greatly enjoyed this club throughout the year and I hope it runs next term.

------- ----Construction Club Construction Club is a really fun club where we get to build lots of fun things like a Lego castle, Lego star wars, The Lego Movie Lego and lots of other models.

------- ----------------Creative Writing Club In Creative Writing Club we have worked on our creative writing skills. We have done lots of fun activities, whilst also learning about writing descriptions of settings, characterisation, plotting, planning stories and writing haiku poems. It was very enjoyable.

------ ----------Cricket Nets Every Tuesday morning in the Summer Term there is cricket nets for boys from Year 4 to Year 7. I am always the first to arrive when my mummy drops me off because in cricket nets we have lots of fun with Mr Cox, Mr Wilson and Mr Matthews. In cricket nets we take it in turns to bowl and bat. I like batting as I bat with a partner. The great thing is in the playground we have proper nets like we do at Canons Park now. This makes us get better with our bowling and batting. I like to bowl out Mr Cox! The cricket nets mean it helps us decide whether it is a four or six because if it goes over one net it will be a four and if it goes over two it will be a six. If we hit it into the synagogue or building site we are out. I have to tell the builders to throw the ball back to me. I definitely recommend this club to anyone who likes to play cricket. It is my favourite club and I will be coming back to play next year. In Year 5 I will get to go to nets at Lord's and I can’t wait to do this because I love cricket.

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Activities Dodge Ball Dodge Ball is a game played with lots of balls and two teams every Tuesday morning in the Michaelmas Term. Mr Cox makes sure that each side is evenly matched. Each team stands either side of the halfway line in the gym. We lie down on our fronts with feet touching the wall. When Mr Cox blows his whistle the game begins. Everyone runs to grab as many balls as they can. We play the game in complete silence! The aim of the game is to throw the balls underarm and hit the opposition below the knee. Once you have done that to the whole team they are out and you win. But if you throw the ball and it is caught by the opposition you are out and if you hit a member of the opposition on the head with an over arm throw you are out. The crucial laws of the game are that you cannot kick the ball, no over arm shots, no crossing over into the opposition’s side and most importantly being honest when you are hit in the right place with the ball as Mr Cox can’t see everything. We play with about 25-a-side so there is a lot for him to try and see! It is a great game which is very fast moving and really good fun!

----- ------Mad Science We do lots of exciting things in Mad Science club but thing I really like the best is that we are allowed to investigate things by ourselves and try things out. We learned how to use a Bunsen burner safely. When it was near bonfire night we made our own sparklers and learned that different chemicals make different colours when you burn them.

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Newsboard Club We’ve had lots of fun in Newsboard this year; getting our special assignments from Madame Ferhaoui every Monday and having a week to put together our articles, focussing on the content and layout each time. There have been a lot of big stories to cover on the world scene this year but we have also enjoyed covering more local events and reporting on the various ‘goings on’ at Arnold House. There has been stiff competition to see who was awarded ‘Journalist of the Week’ every Friday and a final congratulations to ---- ------- and ----------- -------- on their ‘Journalist of the Year’ certificates after having produced a steady stream of quality articles. This is most definitely a worthwhile club for all aspiring young journalists in Years 5 & 6 and it provides a great source of entertainment for all those passing through the gym corridor where the articles are displayed. The Newsboard Team Running Club Running Club is where you run to particular places, including Regent's Park and some other places. At the end of the year we get to go to Prêt à Manger and buy some food and drink. I really like running club.

----- ----Running club is a very fun activity, which we do every Wednesday. We start by running to Lord's and build up to going to Regents Park. I would recommend running club to any current Year 2s who might want to join.

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--------- -------Scrabble Club When you enter the IT room, you see a stack of Scrabble boards – a little out of place for an IT room. But these are used for Scrabble Club. Every Tuesday, 13:30 to 14:00, Scrabble Club is run by Mrs Ruda and enthusiastically attended by Year 5 & 6 boys. For half an hour we struggle to find a word to play within the two minute time limit for each turn. By playing Scrabble every week, Mrs Ruda has taught me little tips and tricks. One of these tricks is to put high scoring letters like Z(10), X(10), and J(8), on triple/ double letter and triple/double word.

Each week, our scores were totalled up and we earnt points which were entered into a leader board. The top scorer each week was rewarded with a chocolate bar! I was really pleased to win a leader board champion certificate in both the Spring and Summer terms.

----- ----------Short Tennis Club I thoroughly enjoy this club, I wish it was on every day. During Short Tennis Club, we play a mixture of rallies and singles/doubles matches (mostly King of the Court). The fact that the club is on a Friday afternoon is very nice - it's a great and active way to end the week. Short Tennis Club is a very good opportunity to sharpen your tennis skills but also to get moving and have some fun! Overall I think I made the right decision in choosing to take part.

------ -----------Swimming On Wednesday we leave school and go on the tube to Swiss Cottage swimming pool. We are split into groups it doesn't matter which group you are in as all the groups have improved a lot over this year. I started in the B group made it up to the A group. We learn lots of different strokes and how to improve our technique. We also learn lifesaving skills and swimming in our clothes which is very tricky but good fun.

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Chess

allace Chess coaches the Chess Club at Arnold House and over the years thanks to the fantastic support from so many of the School's administration, teachers and parents we have helped to build the club into one of the very best in London. This year we came 2nd in the prestigious London Chess Classic and 2nd in the Annual Arnold House Tournament and performed well in inter-school competitions. -------- --------- from Year 2 has provided quite a sensation too, as you will see below.

sportsmanship and the boys at Arnold House have shown themselves to be brilliant in this respect. Together with ------ and our fellow coaches – Anu, Nima, Steven and Patrick – we look forward to another big year next year! John-Paul Wallace Chess Master Annual Arnold House Tournament This year saw the third meet of the Arnold House Chess Tournament run by ------------- and held at Canons Park. Special thanks to David Cox, ---- ------- and Jon Harahap as well as all the Canons Park staff for making this great event possible each year. Five other top London chess schools were invited to compete with us for the fine trophy that Mr Thomas has provided. With ------ at the helm, the event ran very smoothly and everyone is already looking forward to next year! Here you can read the experiences of two of our boys:

Clubs run on a Monday and Wednesday afternoon for the juniors and Tuesday for the seniors. Special thanks to our top seniors ------------- ------ ------------- and captain ---- ------- for all their enthusiasm and assistance this year, and together with -------- --------- for leading our Senior Team to many great results. Without singling out any more individuals I would like to say that there is a tremendous amount of talent coming through in the junior school as well. I would also like to mention that we place a high value in

Senior Section On Friday 15th May, eight boys travelled up to Canons Park, where we were going to host our yearly chess tournament. Last year we came second, so we were all hoping to secure the brand new trophy the school had recently bought. There were two groups; the U13’s and the U11’s. I was excited and nervous; but ready for the big day ahead. I won two matches, drew two matches and lost one match. We came second in the senior tournament, narrowly missing out on the trophy by four points to The Hall. Meanwhile in the juniors we came third. Although I think we could have come first, I am happy with the result, and hopefully next year we will be able to lift the trophy!

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under way, we were calm and focused. The day went well for us. In round 1, we played Lochinver School. They were quite good and so we ended up winning half our matches. Next round, we had our rivals, The Hall, who were one of the strongest teams and overall they beat us by one win. In our 4th round, we played Eaton Square. We beat them, winning all our games. Last round, we played Heathside Prep. They had won last year. We lost by one win. It was a great day and I feel proud that we were able to host the event at Canons Park. Thanks to ------------- John-Paul Wallace and Mr MossMarks.

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Chess At the London Chess Classic this year, we possibly had one of the strongest teams yet. The Year 5 category was looking strong and the Year 6 team looked like it had improved a lot from last year. Many Year 4s were looking quite talented. The real marvel of this year’s chess was the Year 2 wonderkid ------------------ . -------- has already made it to the Year 7 team (highest category) and recently we have heard that he is going to play in the European chess tournament for England. George is almost the best for his age category in the country and has only recently gone into that age category.

Chess Club When I was 5 I had a holiday, and I learnt chess then. When I came home I had my first tournament and I came 2nd equal. The person who I lost to was a person called Savin Dias (the best U8 in Britain). This was when I started playing tournaments. About a quarter of a year after I wrote my moves down. After I had a big tournament called the British Championships, I got 4/6 and came tenth place. I was very happy! Again in about two months time I had another big tournament. It was called the London Championships. I played my best chess then. I won my first four rounds (4/4). After the fourth round it was my big game. It was against Savin Dias. I lost my rook for a knight (the exchange). But my knight trapped his queen and both rooks. I brought my rook in and won. "5/5 I WON" I said after the match!

Over 400 children competed with Arnold House in the schools' section. Having won the event last year we were keen for another victory … read on to see if we could do it again!

The captain, ---- ------- No. 1 ------------- sensation -------- --------- with ----------- --------- and I, as well as the rest of the team, made Arnold House look like strong favourites. There were about 300 people in the gym. Three-quarter of whom were playing chess, the other quarter being coaches and parents. We played three matches each and the top three scores in each category would be added up to see who had won. After this we went into the professional chess commentators’ box and watched a little chess movie. Then it was announced that we had come a close second. The team was a bit disappointed, as you would be, but they all felt they had done their best.

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I won £100 for being the best U7 in England. I am also going to play for England in September at the European Championships U8!

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Gymnastics

t was another enjoyable and successful year for Gymnastics at Arnold House.

British Schools Gymnastics Association Floor and Vault Competition Having successfully made it through to the National Floor and Vault Competition held in Stoke last year, we looked forward to this opportunity to attempt to qualify again which came about in January. We did, however, have a very young team with only captain ---- ------ still at an age where he was eligible to compete again this year. We started on the vault and the increased height compared to our own equipment was a challenge for the younger boys. They should all have been satisfied with at least one of their vaults with ---- -----------and ---- ------ particularly impressing the judges.

It was a long wait for the boys to do their floor routines. Once they finally had their opportunity the boys were impressive with their ability to remember their routines under the scrutiny of an expectant audience and their general neatness throughout. ---------- ------- went first and did a great job in the pressured environment and----------- also scored well. Unfortunately when our best four scores in both events were added together they came an agonising 0.2 short of the eventual winnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s total. It was a great effort with an older and stronger Surbiton team winning on the day. ---- -------- ability and leadership made him stand out and he was the third highest scoring boy in the competition. The boys who scored higher than him were a part of the reigning National Champion mixed team from Hornsby House. They should be really proud of their efforts and should look forward to next year, as all of them are able to compete for at least one more year, with the experience of this competition benefiting them greatly. Team: ---- ------ ---- ------

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London Competition Two teams of Under 9 boys went to the London Competition this year. With the boys involved in the qualification for nationals ineligible, it showed our strength in depth when we were able to win this competition. It went right down to the wire with the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vaulting the final act of the day. An expectant and, frustratingly at times, impatient crowd watched the last three teams compete. It was the Arnold House A team that held their nerve, and their superior vaulting scores won them the day. -------- ------ impressed in all three disciplines (floor, conditioning and vault) and will be a gymnast to look out for in the future. The B team finished in a close third place and won the Smiley team award.

A Team: ------ ------- -------- ------- ---------- ----- ------------------- -----B Team: ------- ------ ----- ------- ---------------- ------- ------ ------ -------At the end of the year boys, staff and parents were entertained by a spectacular gym display in the yard. It was only truly evident at this occasion that, across the three activities that take place for gym, 70 boys (a quarter of the school) participate from Years 2 to 7. Jon Harahap Teacher-in-charge of Gymnastics

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Prize Giving Prize Giving is always one of the highlights of a school year, especially for the eldest boys present. In some ways it is the closest thing we have to those US High School graduation ceremonies you see on TV, but without the tacky looking faux academic caps and gowns! The purpose is to celebrate the boys’ achievement and to inspire them with words of encouragement for the future. At both the Junior and Senior Prize Givings this year all these elements were present. The speaker at the Junior event, for Years 1-4, was the Headmistress of Sevenoaks School, Dr Katy Ricks. She is a native North Londoner and told highly amusing tales of her time at Camden School for Girls and I’m sure her speech will have got many parents thinking of visiting Sevenoaks School as well. We had a more reflective tone for the Senior event, for the Year 5-8 boys, where the speaker was Hugo Chittenden, who after a serious illness has dedicated his life to volunteering. His speech was well received and encouraged boys not to wait until they are older or to find a project abroad where they can help out, instead they should look for opportunities now and in their local area. He stressed the need for those who are able and fortunate to help those who aren’t, while at the same time enjoying the fact that those who volunteer learn new skills and appreciate life in a fuller way - an excellent message for boys going on to their senior schools, looking to make a difference. John Hill Deputy Headmaster, Academic

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Prize Winners Junior School Prize Giving

Senior School Prize Giving

Years 1 & 2

Year 5 Form Prizes

Individual certificates

5C 5G

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Laughton Scott Cup

Instrumental Music

Book Prize

Balcombe Cup

Library Mathematics Performing Arts

Book Prize Prosser Cup Crichlow Cup

Games Bowl

Religious Studies Rugby Science All-round Sportsman Verse Speaking All-Rounder

El-Khazen Cup Pritchard Cup Southward Cup

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Levy Cup & Book Voucher Young Cup & Year 4 Book Voucher ’42 Club Prize winners Huish Cup & Years 1 & 2 Book Voucher Cooper Cup & Years 3 & 4 Book Voucher

Year 3

Year 6 Individual Prizes Rugby History French All-Round Academic Achievement Geography Cricket Compass Course ‘42 Club Science Contribution to Sport Academic Progress Excellence in Art and Design Library Public Speaking Latin Humanities Mathematics Contribution to Trips French Comitas et Industria Creative Writing Gymnastics Practical Science Young Entrepreneur Mathematics Religious Studies Excellence in Music All-Round Sportsman Athletics and Cross Country All-Round Academic Excellence Classical Civilisation Citizenship

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Prize Winners Year 8 Individual Prizes

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Comitas et Industria French Science

El Husseiny Cup Book Roques Cup

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Science All-Round Contribution to Sport

Fenton Cup Beckman Cup

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Latin Excellence in Music (Cello) IT

Reid Cup Book Robinson Cup

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Maths Excellence in Sport Chemistry

Shrimpton Cup Book Woolf Cup

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Maths Clarinet Tennis

Book May Berkery Cup Naggar Cup

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Chivalry French Contribution to House

Cyril Fenton Cup Birch Cup Book

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All-Round Contribution to the School English

Gestetner Cup (shared) Book

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Religious Studies Art and Design

Book Boyton Cup

Cargill Bowl & Book Bagnall Cup Book

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Head Boy All-Round Sportsman Latin

Humanities Football

Davis Cup Lorenz Cup

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Contribution to Sport Biology

Book Beswick Cup

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Academic Excellence Hockey Excellence in Music (All-Round Contribution)

Book Token Book Jazz Cup

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Maths Excellence in Music (Saxophone) Excellence in Sport

Richard Norris Cup Simon Cup

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Academic Achievement IT Excellence in Music (Guitar)

Book Book Kate Davis Cup

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‘42 Club History Guitar

Book Token Pappin Cup Book

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Academic Achievement Contribution to Orchestra Art

McWatters Cup Book Elton Cup

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Contribution to House English

Book Forbes Cup

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English Contribution to Music (Singing)

Broderick Cup Book

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Head Boy Academic Excellence Excellence in Music (All-Round Contribution)

Cargill Bowl & Book Book Token Howard Cup

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Cricket Rugby

Griffiths Cup Braithwaite Cup

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Academic Achievement Contribution to House

Cemlyn Jones Cup Book

Geography Physics

Temple Smith Cup Loxton Peacock Cup

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Gestetner Cup (shared) Book Token Raingold Cup

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Library Latin

Library Cup Edge Cup

Geography Violin Hockey

Gluckstein Cup Sellar Cup Phillips and Lester Cup

Cargill Bowl - Head Boys’ Cup -

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House Competition

he House Competition continues to be an exciting part of the school year. The boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; industry and citizenship grades are added together and at the end of each term the Houses are issued with points according

to their position. The four Houses are also awarded points for the House sports events held each term. Congratulations to the winners, Nelson, who are the proud custodians of the House Cup, which is

displayed in House Corner. They pipped Wellington by the narrowest of margins to the top spot. Sebastian Stones Deputy Headmaster, Pastoral

House Positions Position for Industry and Citizenship

Football House Matches

Accumulated Total

Autumn Term

1st

Brunel

5 points

1st

Nelson

4 points

2nd

Wellington

4 points

2nd

Pitt

3 points

Nelson

4 points

3rd

Brunel

2 points

Pitt

3 points

Wellington

2 point

4th

1st

Nelson

8 points

Brunel

8 points

3rd

Pitt

7 points

4th

Wellington

6 points

Position for Industry and Citizenship

Rugby and Hockey House Matches

Accumulated Total

Spring Term

1st

3rd

Brunel

7 points

1st

Nelson

4 points

1st

Wellington

16 points

Wellington

7 points

2nd

Wellington

3 points

2nd

Brunel

15 points

Nelson

3 points

3rd

Pitt

2 points

Nelson

15 points

Pitt

3 points

4th

Brunel

1 point

Pitt

11 points

4th

Position for Industry and Citizenship

House Athletics Championship

Accumulated Total

Summer Term

1st

Brunel

5 points

1st

Nelson

4 points

1st

Nelson

23 points

2nd

Wellington

4 points

2nd

Pitt

3 points

2nd

Wellington

22 points

Nelson

4 points

3rd

Wellington

2 points

3rd

Brunel

21 points

Pitt

3 points

4th

Brunel

1 point

4th

Pitt

17 points

4th

Nelson win the House Cup

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Outstanding Achievement

oys throughout the School are awarded achievement grades in their half-term and end of term reports in all subjects: English, Maths, Science, Latin (Year 5 upwards), Greek (Years 7 & 8), French,

History, Geography, Religious Studies, IT, Music, Drama, Art & Design, Compass (Years 5 & 6) and Physical Education. We hope that each boy will make consistent progress during the year and be performing at his

best by the end of the summer term. The following boys in Years 3 to 7 were awarded 3 or more ‘Excellent or Outstanding’ grades for Achievement in their end of year reports and are to be highly commended.

3 ‘Excellent or Outstanding’ Grades

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Junior School

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Year 1 Trips & Activities • YEAR 1 • Day Trips 5th February Geffrye Museum 5th June Tower of London

Canons Park Days 2nd October Orientation Day 19th March Activity Day & visit to St Lawrence’s Church 14th May Exploring & Nature Day

Geffrye Museum On Thursday 5th February the boys went to the Geffrye Museum to find out about living rooms through the years. “At the Geffrye Museum I saw the Victorian room. In the Victorian room I saw a piano. I saw a picture of Queen Victoria on the wall. There was a Modern room in the museum and there was a TV that was cube shaped. Now we have much flatter TVs. In the Edwardian room there was a washing dolly, washing board and a light that used electricity.”------ ---------“I found out that they used a washing dolly, this is how it works – you have to turn the top and you have to use a wash board and you have to scrape the clothes and soap on it. In the Victorian room the coal smelt disgusting and every house had to have a picture of Queen Victoria.”

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“The Victorian gasolier didn’t have electricity, you had to twist a little thing and the gas came out. As they didn’t have electricity they didn’t have washing machines so they used a washing dolly and a wash board. There was also a locked tea caddy to keep the tea in as it was very expensive.”-------- --------“In the Victorian room they had to keep tea leaves in a treasure chest because it cost lots of money. There was a picture of Queen Victoria. In the Modern room I saw a shark fin table. It was made of glass and metal. In the Edwardian room we heard a story. What an amazing day!”----- ----------The boys had a wonderful time and behaved beautifully, enjoying their workshops and learning lots of new things. Many thanks to Mrs Bagchi, Mrs Rainer, Mrs Hennebry and Ms Xiong for accompanying us on our trip. Patricia Legan & Sarah Mackay Year 1 Form Teachers

Tower of London On 5th June the boys went on a trip to the Tower of London, as part of their studies about William the Conqueror and castles. These are a few of the highlights of their trip: “At the Tower of London the first person to escape was Ranulf Flambard. He escaped by getting five barrels of wine and giving them to the soldiers and then they fell asleep. In the fifth barrel he had a rope. He attached it to a window and jumped out but his rope was too short. He ended up falling into a pile of poo and got a soft landing, escaping by the River Thames.”-------- --------“In the morning we went to see the Crown Jewels. We saw Edward the Confessor’s crown and Queen Elizabeth II crown. We had to go through a very thick door. The crowns had lots of jewels on them. After lunch we went in the White Tower and saw lots of suits of armour. There was a dragon made out of lots of different things. He had scrolls for his legs and a red stone for his heart. His body had metal chain mail armour and wires and swords”.

------- -----------------“I saw the White Tower built by William the Conqueror. It is called the White Tower because it is white and a tower; it is made out of stone. The stairs are wooden and to stop invaders getting in they burnt the stairs. We got to see Henry VIII’s armour and lots of armour for horses. It looked very heavy.”

-------- ----“A Knight called Sir James took us into the king’s bedroom. It was very big. It had a table and a bed with red curtains. Sir-----did not sleep on a bed he slept on the floor. I don’t think I’d like to do that. The king’s bed could be moved from place to place and there was a shield with the king’s three lions on it.”----- ---------

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Year 1 Trips & Activities The boys had a wonderful day and received delightful comments about their participation and behaviour from both the staff and members of the public. A big thank you to Mrs Woolley, Mrs Jelliff, Mr Stein and Mrs Richmond who accompanied us on our trip. A fantastic day was had by all. Patricia Legan & Sarah Mackay Year 1 Form Teachers

Science Workshop On 20th January, Year 1 took part in a science workshop about materials, the visiting speaker from CREW showed the boys all sorts of materials. They discovered that materials come from four groups rocks, animal, oil and plants. She had buffalo horns, snake skins, shells and other exciting things. Here is what some of the boys said about the day: “I had great fun playing in a rock band where all the instruments were made out of metal. I played with--- and------ and had to blow the horn very hard.” -------- ----

“I was animal boy and all my classmates had to put different things that were made from animals next to me. I got to wear a fur coat and a hat with horns.” ------ --------“I held a very long snakeskin I was quite pleased the snake was not in it. Snakes shed their skin and that was how we got to hold one. I am pleased we did not have to hit the snake.”-------- ------“The workshop was great fun we got to answer lots of questions and found out lots about where different objects come from. When we got the questions right we earned points for our team.”------ -----

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Year 1 Trips & Activities Canons Park Days Overall the boys went on three trips to Canons Park. They got a chance to visit the local church and experience lessons in Maths and Science, Art and PE using great outdoor space. Here are a few of their highlights: “When I got to Canons Park I collected conkers. In Miss Legan’s groups we were doing drama and in Mrs Mackay’s group we made potions and in Mrs Matthews’s group we did sport.”---------- ------“At Canons Park we made potions and when we were finished we went to Mrs Matthews. We played catch, when it was over we went to Miss Legan and learned to control the panel, then we went to see where the lights get powered. Then we had lunch, after lunch we had a run and then we went back to the coach.”-------- ---------------

“We walked across the park and went into St Lawrence’s church. The Duke of Chandos is buried in the church and we got to see his special grave. He is also buried with his two wives. There is a statue of him wearing a wig and Roman soldier’s uniform. The church has lots of pictures inside. We got to see the pictures from in the Duke’s balcony. He sat up there, he did not like sitting with the other pews.”---- ------“I enjoyed walking through the woods because we saw lots of birds and heard lots of interesting sounds.”---- ------“I enjoyed seeing Miss Legan’s house and all the machines used to keep her grass tidy. I liked sitting on the orange tractor best because it is my favourite colour.”----- -----

“After we had lunch which was yummy we went to the church. The church was built at different times. If you want sit in the pews in secret then you have to pay. The pews had a number on and if you don’t pay you have to sit in the middle. Some pews had a hook to put your wig on. The Duke of Chandos built the second part of the church and we got to sit in his special balcony it had lots of beautiful paintings.”------ ------------

“I liked sitting on the tractor and collecting lots of conkers. I found lots of conkers hiding near trees.”--- -------“I liked finding conkers. Then we played stuck in the mud and the evolution game. We also went to the big playground. The witches hat was really fun.”

------ --------“I liked walking through the woods, we saw lots of broken trees. We made paper pictures like Matisse.”---- ------------“I liked finding lots of conkers, I stepped on the shells to open them. The shells are all spikey but they did not hurt my feet.”

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Years 1 & 2 Maths Workshop Maths Workshop When we received a flier from The Quantum Theatre group offering to perform a Victorian, mathematical musical I jumped at the chance. As a passionate mathematician I love the idea of exploring Maths in different ways. The group performed “Calculating Mr One” to Years 1 & 2, here is what the boys thought: “We had a Maths play - a lady had to help the detective do sums and solve the mystery with Maths. They were chasing the baddies and having a fight with an umbrella and a bag. It was very funny.” ------- -------------“I loved the whole play it was very funny because they were chasing the person who stole the calculating machine. I liked singing the Maths song and doing the actions.”

“At the Maths workshop two people came in and taught us lots of Maths. They taught us our number bonds and they taught us about tens and units.”-------- --------“In the Maths play I liked Inspector Bloodhound. He thought he was very clever at Maths but Queen Victoria’s picture kept telling him he wasn’t. Kitty and us helped him solve the Maths problems to find the stolen calculating machine.” ------- -------“It was all about finding a robber and this calculating machine. We also did adding and subtracting. My favourite part was when they were running around in circles and whacking each other!”------- ---------

“They kept on singing songs to remember your times tables and stuff like that. The man kept on saying, “I’ve got the cleverest brain!” On the screen there was a picture of Queen Victoria. She kept on saying, “No you don’t!” They kept on changing clothes. When the girl dressed up as an old woman and the man dressed up as a circus guy, the man stole the number machine. Then they started a fight, the man bashed the woman with an umbrella and the woman bashed the man with a handbag!”

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Year 2 Trips & Activities • YEAR 2 • Canons Park Days 6th November Victorian Day 4th February Great Fire of London Workshop

Victorian Day “In the Victorian workshop I did a job, it was hitting a rug with a special stick. It had a pole, then it had a wooden circle that had five holes in it. When the Victorian children went to bed they had to pray and they had a candle.--------- did the ironing and when they even did the ironing they put it by the fire and it would get warm and very hot and dry! Then they would get a checked cloth and put it by the handle and iron the clothes. ----- swept the floor.----- scrubbed the floor.---------- polished the cutlery.”

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“First we did drills with Mr Bagnall. We learnt how to march. Then we played football. Next we had a Victorian workshop. I scrubbed the floor. Then we played with the toys in the nursery (which was my favourite because there were lots of toys). The housekeeper was called Mrs Brown. I learnt that a pig’s head was a treat and most of the toys were made of wood. I liked it when----- did the bellows.”----- -----“When we got there we did marching with Mr Bagnall, where we were supposed to learn how the Victorian children had to walk in the olden days. Then we learnt what they did in PE. They did hula-hooping and skipping. When we had finished we did the Victorian workshop. There was a woman called Mrs Brown who was dressed up like a Victorian in the olden days. The Sudbury’s house was actually where we ate lunch. She said she was the housekeeper. She also pretended that we were Victorian children and gave us jobs and when we did a job we had to put on a waistcoat and cap. At the end we got to play with Victorian toys. First she showed us how some worked and then she put us in groups to play with two sets of toys. My favourite part was the skipping!”

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Year 2 Trips & Activities Forces Workshop On 27th January, Year 2 took part in a Science workshop about forces. The visiting speaker from CREW presented an interactive session about forces pulling and pushing - exploring which forces fitted into each group by undertaking a series of investigations. “Jill came to give us a fantastic Science workshop. First------ pretended to be Sir Isaac Newton. Then--- went on the skateboard of doom. Soon after that, cheeky boy Otto’s musical instrument came to life! Then a little bit before that------ drove round and round in his car. Minutes later an elastic band came into a tug of war. After that Friction Fred was super fast! Then ------- launched a rocket.”

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“The red team’s captain was----- blue team’s captain was------ Then-----dressed up as Sir Isaac Newton. He told us the three rules about forces. Then Barney held the bucket and Jill held the elastic band and when Barney let go of the bucket it flew across the gym. But when Friction Fred went in the bucket and Barney let go it didn’t move that much because there was more mass.”

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Great Fire of London Workshop On 4th February, Year 2 went to Canons Park for a Great Fire of London Workshop. The boys learnt about everyday life in Pudding Lane, the fire itself, the frantic escape, camping at Moorfields and how the city was rebuilt. “In the Great Fire of London Workshop I learnt about the plague and where the fire started. I also learnt how long the fire lasted. It was 4-6 days. To get rid of the fire they were throwing water everywhere.”

------------ ----“On a Friday I went to Canons Park. We were doing the Great Fire of London. I was Samuel Pepys. I liked it. I had fun. It was great.----was the maid! We played a game where you switch things.”

------ ----------“------ dressed up as Sir Isaac Newton. He made three laws. Jill asked anyone if they wanted to be on the skateboard of doom. She gave the skateboard of doom a little push. It only moved a tiny bit compared to a big push. So the little push was a little force and the big push was a big force. Jack came up and got a red balloon. Jill asked Jack, “How are you going to pop this red balloon?” Jack said, “ With a hammer?” Then Jill said, “OK”. Jack tried the first time, but he put too much force into it. Poof! It bounced away like this, bounce! Then he got a feather. It popped! ”

“In the Great Fire of London workshop we learnt about the very famous Samuel Pepys, he stopped the fire itself. Queen Victoria was the Queen around that time. The fire started in a little baker shop after the baker’s wife left the oven on all night.”

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Years 1 & 2 Drama Review

from Years 1 & 2 didn’t take their roles too seriously and nobody lost their head!

The first accomplishment of the year was a very successful and polished Harvest Festival. All the boys learnt their class poems off by heart and enjoyed performing them in front of their parents.

In the spring term we took a break from performing and enjoyed playing lots of drama based games where we worked on essential skills such as listening and working in a group.

By the time the end of term approached every boy was eager to perform in ‘The Bossy King’. Thankfully the bossy kings

All our hard work over the year culminated in an outstanding and very professional summer play ‘Alex in Wonderland’. The boys

et another busy year in the Drama department for Years 1 & 2.

Harvest Festival

Nativity Play: The Bossy King

had to learn a series of lines and complex songs which really tested their drama skills. All the teachers and parents were delighted with the boys’ hard work and diligence. Another fantastic year, many thanks to all the parents for their continued support and to all the staff who contributed. Sarah Mackay & Kate Badenoch Years 1 & 2 Form Teachers

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Years 1 & 2 Drama Review

Alex in Wonderland

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Year 3 Trips & Activities • YEAR 3 • Day Trips 9th October London Zoo 4th June Science Museum

London Zoo On Thursday 9th October we went on a trip to London Zoo. In the Rainforest section we had a talk from someone who works for ZSL. She talked about how people are killing animals illegally and showed us a whole jaguar skin that the police had taken from someone trying to smuggle it. She let us feel a Madagascar cockroach. It felt hard because it had an exoskeleton. Nothing likes to eat the cockroach. The Bugs’ House was my favourite place. It had an Australian Tarantula. It was all fat and hairy. We saw lots of other things in the Bugs’ House. This included a snake, lots of locusts and some underwater snails. After we had our doughnuts, we went to the Gorilla Kingdom to see a gorilla up close. We saw how similar a gorilla is to a human. The male gorilla was staring at us. Then we went into the Tiger Territory and there we saw a baby tiger. Opposite the tigers was an Asian Tapir which had white at the top and grey at the bottom. We mistook it for an anteater. Eventually we got to see the camels and their humps are made out of fat. Next we saw the lions which were quiet at the beginning but then they started fighting in front of us, probably they were trying to impress us. Luckily they were behind metal bars. We also saw some Japanese monkeys, the baby got a branch and jumped on the grass which made us jump! Afterwards we walked to the Penguin Show and ---- got to be the rockhopper. They made a joke 56

about ‘high five’ but instead they said ‘high flipper’! After lunch we went ‘Into Africa’ and saw a Pigmy Hippo. When we got to Clore Rainforest we were given some binoculars and a thermometer and discovered that humidity goes up and the temperature goes up, and most of the animals were free, not behind a glass! One of the last things we saw were the lemurs with stripy tails (black and white). Lemurs have a habit of sticking their tail up. When my dad was twenty-one a lemur pinched his breakfast which was ten bacon rashers and fried egg! Finally we went to see the Komodo Dragons. I noticed how camouflaged they are, being reddish yellow in the dusty environment. I found it extremely difficult to spot as they blended in so well, they hardly moved. I really liked my trip to zoo it was great fun and really interesting.

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Year 3 Trips & Activities Science Museum In May, Year 3 spent an action-packed day at the Science Museum, watching a 3D movie in the IMAX theatre before moving onto the interactive Launchpad and watching a show about explosions. The boys had a fantastic day out and learnt plenty along the way… “In the Launchpad, I learnt that rapid movement of your feet and hands can naturally generate electricity to make TVs and radios work.”

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Year 4 Trips & Activities

• YEAR 4 • Day Trips 9th October Verulamium 10th June Barnes Wetlands Centre

We then had a bit of fresh air as we ate our packed lunch and then excitedly walked into a room, which showed how the heating system worked in the Roman age. It was such a fantastic trip and as I sat on the coach, I kept thinking about everything that I had learned about that day. I can’t wait for our next trip, to learn about the AngloSaxons.

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Year 4 Trips & Activities Barnes Wetlands Centre On our trip to the Wetlands Centre we had a walk around to see the different animals in ponds. We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see any otters but we saw lots of ducks and a cracked-open egg in the bushes. Soon after, we sat down on benches to have lunch. Next we headed towards the

pond-dipping session. We went into this hut and we had a big talk about what animals need to survive. After that we fished out animals from the three ponds and put them in pots. We found large animals such as Ramshorn snails and firewater shrimps and we found tiny ones like Damselfly Nymphs and tiny water fleas.

Viking Ships Coming to the end of learning about the Vikings, the boys were asked to produce a model, collage or drawing on an artefact of

their choice, using any mixed media. Viking boats and weapons were the most popular. This year we had edible boats made from chocolate brownies, sponge cake and even pasta! Clay, Plasticine, juice cartons

We had identity picture cards to see what they were and then had a look at them under the microscope. Then we headed back to school.

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Year 3 Drama Review The Wizard of Oz The Year 3 boys whisked us all away to Kansas in the spring term, with their superb production of The Wizard of Oz. What seemed an epic show to stage was a challenge the boys met with enthusiasm. They enjoyed learning the familiar songs, and developing the characters that we all know and love so well. It was a pleasure to get this classic show up and running. The boys loved their lessons with the wonderful Miss Fleming (our Musical director) and learned the songs quickly. Every effort was made for this production to be performed by the whole ensemble and the boys organised themselves impressively with props and positioning on the stage. Everybody was keen to help each other out and learn actions for the songs. We had fun

adding in pieces of music between scenes, which included Wham’s ‘Jitterbug’ and it was super to see the boys enjoying the dances which accompanied songs. I think certain boys will remember the music from ‘Thriller’ for some time to come! Team work was certainly the emphasis among staff too. Netti Denes efficiently organised costumes, Lizzie Jones ably assisted in the sourcing of props and Yuliya Boyarin got her head around all the necessary logistics. Tricia Legan kindly gave her time as ever, to share her lighting expertise and ------ from Year 4 was able to provide technical help with the sound system, along with his own, personal, smoke machine! We were also delighted to have the support of a live band provided by many members of the peripatetic music team beautifully accompanied by Alisa Legroux on the piano.

However, it was the boy’s enthusiasm for drama and learning which shone through and stole the show. The wonderful spirit and enjoyment which they poured into their performance epitomised what Arnold House is all about and I was very proud to be associated with it. Rachel Lovell Year 3 Form Teacher

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Year 4 Drama Review The Wind in the Willows I directed many plays at my previous school so I was thrilled when I was asked to direct the Year 4 play at Arnold House. Choosing the right play was not an easy task and I deliberated prior to selecting ‘The Wind in the Willows’. Finding the correct balance between script, singing, comedy and drama is always the key to a successful

production, and ‘The Wind in the Willows’ ticked all the boxes. Casting the show was fun and (relatively) straightforward as the play has a lovely selection of characters such as Wild Wooders, River Bank Folk, Toads and Badgers. The boys worked incredibly hard throughout the rehearsal process and impressed me with their can-do approach to everything that I asked of them. They

coped with the large space of Canons Park extremely well and delivered their lines with energy and enthusiasm. Their acting was also complemented by some fantastic songs such as ‘Messing About in Boats’, ‘King of the Road’ and the very apt ‘Friends Together’, which they had great fun learning. Lydia Fleming Director of Music

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The cloven path branched up the rocky steps towards the dawn as it caressed the mountainside with its golden palm. Our caravan wound its way up the precipices and rested at the top. The plateaux of Tibet stretched out and beyond the horizon the Gobi lay in waiting for its next victim, but the mountain path was still ahead of us before we could descend to a more habitable altitude. The British East India Company wanted to establish ties with China and with the junks blocking Hong Kong, it was my job to take an ass, laden with opium, over to Tibet and beyond. The inhabitants did not cooperate but finally we agreed fair terms of passage. It also meant we were one mule down and had lost a box of opium. I pulled the pack mules up the slope as two stone guardians struck at us with motionless clubs of rock. We entered an area where the path twisted into a series of high ledges and this meant I had to lift each mule up to the top. A condor circled above, mocking me in my toil. He then flew down with a shriek. The mules were startled and cried out in terror. He was toying with my patience but

a warning shot from my rifle sent him off to bother another person on this forsaken rock. At the top the path was of mud as footsteps and rain wore the stone down and carried it off to an unknown doom. The mules sat hunched on their hind legs and yawned. Our supplies fed us contentedly but not to the point of greed. In the firelight the opium chests sat like little Pandoraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boxes, so easily undone to cause unimaginable chaos. As the dusk swallowed the last piece of sunlight the sparks glistened in the infinite expanse of the endless night. The mules snorted as the mountain claimed me and I entered the abyss of sleep, as the wind blew over the mountain and the sun died in the east.

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Year 5 Trips & Activities

• YEAR 5 • Day Trip 2nd July St Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral

Residential Trip 5th-8th May Teamwork Week, Devon

Greek Orthodox Cathedral On Thursday 2nd July we went to the Greek Orthodox Cathedral. As we entered into the church we saw beautiful mosaics on the floor. There was an eagle with two heads in the centre of the church on the floor, and we saw Jesus made of mosaics. Jesus was at the centre of a dome in the roof and he was surrounded by his 12 disciples. It was beautiful. We wondered how they made it, and how did they reach so high? Father Theonas talked to us about the church and then we had a look around. In one place of the church there was a room that only priests were allowed in. We were not allowed in because the priest said that we had to respect Jesus on the Cross, although Father Theonas opened the door and let us have a quick look. It was a very good trip and I would like to thank Mr and Mrs Fafalios for their help organising it.

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Devon At the beginning of May we went to Devon, we stayed in a hotel called Manor House in Okehampton. We were staying there for three days and we did various activities such as gorge scrambling, cycling, swimming and my favourite, surfing. Some people did not like gorge scrambling, but others loved it. One of the most interesting activities was bushcraft because we all had to work together as a team. My team did very well making a hut, but unfortunately we had some incidents when some logs collapsed. Our entrance was a leafy stick. We also learnt about some special leaves. One leaf was used for stopping the heart and restarting the heart! With the surfing we were lucky to have good waves. I thought that I would never be able to surf but I was actually very good at it. Some people got to stand on their boards but others didn’t. I couldn’t stand on my board; I kept splashing in the water. Overall everyone had a great time and it was an action packed trip.

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Year 6 Trips & Activities • YEAR 6 • Day Trip 26th January Imperial War Museum 18th May Churchill Cabinet War Rooms 8th June Bentley Priory Museum 19th June British Museum

Residential Trip 5th-8th May Leadership Week, Devon

Imperial War Museum In January Year 6 went on a school trip to the Imperial War Museum to see the World War I exhibition. We went to a talk about the First World War and how the museum curators had to decide between different objects to put on display. First we were shown a slide show about the Princess Mary tins given to all imperial soldiers at Christmas 1914. We had to write down questions and later answer them in the gallery. We were shown a video about a tin of sweets given to British soldiers and the first shell to be made by women in the munitions factories. We were also shown a video about poppies made by school children. Each group was given a different topic to find out about in the gallery. The topics were communication, children helping the war effort (our group) and naval life. There were two examples for each. For communication it was pigeons carrying messages and a periscope. For children helping the war effort there was a letter from a nine year old called Alfie Knight asking Lord Kitchener if he could join the army and a Sea Scout jumper. For naval life it was a British ship’s mascot called Tirpitz the Pig and dazzle paint. These objects were hidden throughout the museum and we had to find them. 66

Next, we were taken to the First World War galleries. We were allowed to look at other things as well as the objects on our clipboards. There was a thing where you could measure yourself. It was very interesting to find out how they let people join who were younger and younger as the war progressed. We also found out about how soldiers on the front line built ‘trees’ out of metal in which they hid to spy on the Germans. The information about the gas attacks was really shocking: the Germans invented a gas that made you sneeze and itch which meant you had to take off your masks and then inhale the deadly gas and then die in a horrible way. There were many artefacts and uniforms as well as a recreation of a trench with periscopes which you looked through and a WW1 tank. One could also put on recreation officers’ uniform. We were told that helmets were only introduced for British soldiers later in the war due to the constant fire of machine guns. Next we had our snack accompanied by some other schools. We had around ten minutes left over so we got to roam around the WW1 gallery and unlike before we could go to all the exhibits instead of a select few. We also found out that because of a shortage of supplies at home some people wove clothes out of paper and made coffee out of acorns. We discovered that victories weren’t just good for shifting the war in each other’s favour, but soldiers could feast on the losing side’s supplies. We also got to explore the massive guns aboard Royal Navy ships and also the artillery where we saw guns, bombs and grenades that they used in WW1. At 12:15 we left on the tube back to school with Mr Cox, Mr Kerr and Mr Willoughby.

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Bentley Priory Museum In June, Year 6 went on a trip to the Bentley Priory Museum with Mr Cox, Mr Wilson and Mr Hill. To get there, we got the Jubilee Line train to Stanmore, and then walked for 45 minutes. When we got there, we had a quick discussion about the Battle of Britain, and then separated into two groups: 6F and 6M, our classes, and were all given work packs. Firstly, 6M went to a room called “The Rotunda”, where we learnt about some of the pilots that fought in the Battle of Britain, in groups of four. My pilot was called; Adolph Malan, who played a prominent role in commanding 74 people, and went on to be a Chief Flying Instructor. In that room, we also learnt about the different types of equipment pilots would have; lifejackets, protective goggles, flying caps, etc.

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Year 6 Trips & Activities The second room 6M went into was called “The Filter Room”. This was where all the information from different radar stations came into. It was the job of the people in this room to send the accurate information to the operations room, and also to pinpoint where the attacks were coming from. The third room was called “The Ball Room”, otherwise known as the “Operations Room”. We learnt that this room was where all the information learnt in the Filter Room was sent to the correct radar station. On the ceiling, it depicted the flying formations of the RAF and the Luftwaffe. The fourth room was “Lord Dowding’s Office”. We watched a video about him in his secretary’s office. It was all about his life in the Battle of Britain, and how his plans managed to win the war. The fifth and final room was called “The Abercorn Room”. This room was created to control new fighter aircraft emerging. We learnt more about Lord Dowding in this room too. After that, we had our packed lunches and went back to Games, and finally back to school.

Churchill Cabinet War Rooms In May, Year 6 went to the Churchill War Rooms with Mr Cox, Mr Hill and Mr Harahap which is where Winston Churchill and other ministers such as the Minister of Education went to avoid the Nazis during the Blitz in World War Two. Inside, we met our tour guide, Chris, who quickly directed us to a room where we watched a video put together about Winston Churchill. After this he led us to another room where we were split into groups and we worked out some of Churchill’s qualities. Then we picked one of these. Our one was logical. So we went around the museum part of the Cabinet War Rooms using photos, artefacts, documents and quotes to prove that Winston Churchill was a logical man. After that we went back to the classroom and we were given audio guides which we used to find out more information about the actual War Rooms where the important people worked and slept during the Second World War. After walking around and looking at everything there was to offer, we returned back to Arnold House after a great, fun, enjoyable, and educational trip.

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Year 6 Trips & Activities British Museum On Friday 19th June, Year 6 went on a trip to the British Museum with Miss Panaretou, Mr Willoughby, and Mrs Aristidou. We visited the Greek Galleries and aimed to see the different periods of art in the Greek world. We started off by learning about the Cycladic era. In this timespan, the art was quite simple which looked a bit like the first ‘modern art’ style sculptures. There were many more different periods of art leading up through the stories of ancient Greece. One included the Minoan era, where many of the famous stories we know today take place, such Theseus and the Minotaur, as the palaces were so complicated that they looked like a labyrinth! The Minoans thought bulls were sacred and had bull leaping as a sport. This was a very successful age, and was a very wealthy time for the Greeks, as they were the central trading hub of the world. They were so powerful, they didn’t need defensive walls! Their artwork mainly depicted scenes at home, or peaceful scenes of nature. The Mycenaeans were another prosperous Greek people. Unlike the Minoans they had very strong walls and very well defended cities. King Agamemnon is the most famous king from this era. A golden death mask was found and for a long time was thought to be that of King Agamemnon himself, but was recently proved not to be. Mycenaean art depicted hunting and war scenes, unlike the Minoan period. After the Mycenaean period came the Doric period from which no written document survives. This age is also called the Geometric age. This is because of its artwork. The style was very simple, and the pots were mainly decorated with lines or patterns. The heroes of the Iliad and the Odyssey lived in this period. The Archaic Age swooped in to pick back up development of art and culture. New styles of pottery and new sculpting ideas also came along, and more elaborate sculptures were soon developed. All the statues of this 68

period feature a characteristic smile called the “archaic smile”, suggesting a sense of well-being. They also developed the Red Figure pots. Reading and writing were reintroduced. Democracy was introduced and politics became more advanced. Greece was back in the game. The Classical Age had some of the most beautiful Greek art. The Classical artists took a lot of care over anatomical detail, often showing veins and muscles. The Parthenon was built in this period. Also, there were many famous figures during this period, including Pericles, Plato, Socrates, Aristotle and the great playwrights, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes. Democracy was improved upon. Every free citizen had a vote. There would also be votes about who was getting too powerful (ostracism). People wrote names down on pot shards and if someone was getting powerful enough to threaten the Athenian democracy, they would banish him from Athens. We loved the beautiful sculptures created in this period! Learning about the Parthenon was one of the highlights of the trip. We found out about high and low relief techniques on the Parthenon frieze and metopes and also what the sculptures depicted. After that we found out the story of how the Elgin Marbles came to the British Museum. Lord Elgin, British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, was given permission to take some of the Elgin Marbles to decorate his estate with between 1801 and 1805. However in 1816 Elgin went bankrupt and sold the Parthenon sculptures to the British Museum. After a busy morning we were given a quick snack and then headed back to school for a well-earned lunch!

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Year 6 Trips & Activities to see so many boys reporting, at 7.30 am, bleary eyed, but excited about the prospect of participating in a pre-breakfast activity. Each night, Men of the Day were highlighted. Every boy was a pleasure to spend time with and hopefully the skills that they learnt and the friendships that they strengthened will last long in the memory. Chris Kerr Director of Sport

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Year 7 Trips & Activities • YEAR 7 • Day Trips 18th September Regents Park Mosque 12th February St John's Wood Synagogue 26th June Roman London

Residential Trips 12th-13th March Paris 29th April - 1st May Geography trip to Dorset

Canons Park Day 19th June Maths & Science Day

Regents Park Mosque When I walked past the corner and I had my first glimpse of the Central Mosque, I gasped. It was amazing with a two floor

U-shaped area. To the right were the spiralling minaret and the golden dome. We waited a while outside until a lady came by and told us to come with her. The lady told us there was a huge library but they were

renovating it so we wouldn't go there today. Inside somebody said "it's like an airport," and indeed he was correct. The mosque also had the same sort of marble floors, the same kind of layout and even the same kind of smell. The lady told us that this was the biggest mosque in London. Also that there was a huge space outside because on Fridays loads of people came to pray and not all could be accommodated in the praying hall. We next went to the praying hall and we had to take off our shoes. When I walked inside I looked around and saw that on the floor were rectangles with a sort of minaret shape inside of them. The same design was used for the windows. There were only a few people in the hall, some were praying and others were reciting the Qur'an. When I looked up I imagined I would see the golden dome, instead I saw a lovely blue dome with the most beautiful chandelier I had ever seen. It had gold and crystal on the sides. After the lady told us a few interesting facts about the hall, we went out and down to the bottom floor (after putting our shoes back on). We then went straight on to hall E. She then taught us a little about Islam. She decided to take us to hall B just before we left. Inside I learnt about the Five Pillars of Islam and about the famous prophets of Allah (God) and most important of all the prophets, Muhammad. Unfortunately we had to go then. We said our thanks and goodbyes and then we left for Arnold House. It was an amazing experience.

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St John’s Wood Synagogue On Thursday 12th February Year 7 got a chance to visit St John’s Wood Synagogue, literally only a three-minute walk away. We spent the whole afternoon there, learning about the basic history of Judaism and Jewish traditions and customs. It was very informative, and all of us were very interested. The Rabbi speaking to us explained things in a clear and concise way and clearly understood our questions extremely well. He also seemed very impressed by our knowledge, but all the same he would add things onto to our knowledge. All in all it was a very good trip, and also probably very helpful for our mock exams after half term.

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Year 7 Trips & Activities Roman London On Friday 26th June, Year 7 went on a Classics trip to learn about the Roman invasion of Britain and the birth of the city of London. First we visited the Museum of London to see artefacts unearthed in excavations which shed light on the 400 years of London's Roman history. A question sheet was given to us and we had to go around the museum, looking at exhibits and learning about life in Londinium. After we had completed the sheet, we went to the garden outside the museum to have a snack. There one could see part of the old Roman wall and the Roman fort. Next, we made our way to the Guildhall Art Gallery. When crossing its lovely piazza, we walked along the 80m-wide curved line of dark stone that follows the edge of the amphitheatre itself. We entered the gallery and went downstairs to the basement to see the remains of the old amphitheatre. The room was kept very dark so as to preserve the old rocks of the amphitheatre. Once inside we saw the remains of the original walls, the drainage system, and even the sand which was once used to soak up the blood from wounded gladiators. There was also a rather impressive digital projection that fills in the gaps of the ruins! All in all, the trip was a very informative and fun. We were amazed to find out that the

waterlogged conditions in the soil have given us layer upon layer of Roman timber buildings, fences and yards, all beautifully preserved and containing amazing personal items, clothes and even documents â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all of which will transform modern understanding of the people of Roman London.

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School, we used the data we had collected to make a leaflet about the different organisms that live in Canons Park and the importance of hedgerows. The Maths activity was incredibly fun: we were given a compass and a set of bearings (directions). Starting at the first pole near the activity centre, we looked at the first bearing and used our compass to find out which direction we had to walk in. Once we had arrived at the next pole, we found a punch (similar to a stapler) and had to punch the unique pattern into a piece of paper which had been given to us. The piece of paper had numbered boxes which had to be punched in order. The whole activity was a race, and whoever managed to get all the different boxes punched with the correct patterns in the shortest time would be the winner. If any patterns were in the wrong boxes then extra time would be added to our final score. Many people ended up getting lost, which just added to the fun! Overall, the Maths and Science Day was not only educational, but we enjoyed ourselves too! A big thank you goes to all the teachers who accompanied us there and organised the activities.

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Year 7 Trips & Activities Paris On Thursday 12th March, Year 7 departed on a two-day trip to Paris. We met at King’s Cross St Pancras Station at quarter past six in the morning and boarded the Eurostar. The train arrived at Gare du Nord where we were picked up by coach. We did some sightseeing, driving past the Academy of Music, the Palais de la Découverte, the Grand Palais, the Jardin des Tuileries, La Place de la Concorde and the Élysée Palace.

Saint-Germain FC, but the home stadium of the French national team. It was built in 1998 for the Football World Cup, but it has also hosted the Rugby World Cup.

We arrived at the banks of the river Seine and had a picnic in front of the Musée d’Orsay. We then walked down the embankment where there were lots of fun activities, such as table tennis and tetherball.

We had dinner at a restaurant in Montmartre called Café Cadet de Gascogne, which faced onto Artist’s Square. After dinner, we had the chance to have caricatures or portraits of ourselves drawn by the artists in the square. We then walked to Sacré-Coeur, a very famous church with one of the heaviest bells in the world. The view from Montmartre, the highest point in Paris, at night was beautiful. We got to our hotel in the suburbs of Paris and fell asleep almost immediately - we were so tired!

After that, we entered the Musée d’Orsay, the home of Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night. We explored the museum and sketched some of the sculptures and paintings. The Musée d’Orsay used to be a train station, and you can still see engravings on the sides of the building naming the different train routes.

The next morning, we departed the hotel and went to the Montparnasse Tower. It is the second highest building in Paris after the Eiffel Tower and has a view over all of the city. The top floor has a terrace with a 360 degree view. The view was better than that from the Eiffel Tower because the Eiffel Tower was actually in the view!

Next, we visited the Stade de France. The guide showed us all of the different parts of the stadium including the changing rooms and the President’s seat. Contrary to popular belief, it is not the home stadium of Paris

At half past eleven, we visited Notre Dame Cathedral on the island of ‘Île de la Cité’. The Gothic cathedral was built in 1163 in the centre of Paris. We sketched the parts of the cathedral that we found interesting, such as windows or statues. We had lunch in a

restaurant near it and then went souvenir shopping. Later, we arrived at a port under the Eiffel Tower where we boarded one of the famous Bateaux Mouches. We passed by many of the monuments in Paris and a commentary gave us information about them. Did you know that they were called Bateaux Mouches by the Parisians because the boats used to carry the city’s sewage and there would be flies around the boats (‘mouches’ means flies)! We returned to the Eiffel Tower and stayed in the park beneath it to relax or play. We all played football and “stuck in the mud”. After playing in the park, the coach took us to the Arc de Triomphe, built on the order of Napoleon. There is a flame underneath the Arc de Triomphe called the Eternal Flame, which has only been put out once since 1923. After visiting the Arc, we got back to the Gare du Nord and took the train back to London. It was a really interesting and informative experience, which I enjoyed very much. We all had lots of fun and I definitely hope to visit Paris again in the future.

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Year 7 Trips & Activities Dorset In Year 7 the boys have a chance to visit the beautiful timeless Jurassic coast in Dorset. Here they study the processes that have shaped the amazing landscape and collect data for their fieldwork project. The boys combine their IT lessons and Geography lessons in the summer term to produce their assignment which counts for 20% of their Common Entrance Geography grade. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trip was blessed with fine, dry weather on the first two days. Having crossed the short stretch of Poole Harbour on the chain ferry between Sandbanks and Studland the boys disembarked the coach at Swanage Bay and immediately started carrying out their data collection. They measured the gradient of the beach, the

build-up of the sand against the wooden groynes, the percolation rate, counted the number of tourists and made an assessment of the environmental quality. Great fun! This industry continued when we reached Harrow House International School, our place of abode for the three days, where we headed straight for the classroom to write up our results. However, there was still time after supper for swimming, football, tennis, some trampoline game where you had to bounce up and score a goal by firing a ball into a tiny hole in the side of the structure. I had a go, but felt like Luke Skywalker trying to destroy the Death Star. The next day we visited Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door and witnessed forces of a different type in operation. Although the boys had already studied the landforms in class, there

is nothing like seeing them in real life and they were impressed by their scale and beauty. On Friday we took the coastal path and visited Old Harry Rocks and Studland. The weather had deteriorated with wind and rain coming off the Channel. This did not dampen the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; spirit but was, we found later when writing up, the cause of some anomalies in the boys' environmental quality results. From Studland we re-joined the coach and returned to the hustle and bustle of London. Many thanks to Mr Thomas, Mrs Ruda and Mr Russell who accompanied the trip and to the Year 7 boys for being so appreciative, enthusiastic and such good company. Sebastian Stones Deputy Headmaster, Pastoral Head of Geography

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Year 7 Shakespeare Schools Festival The Winter’s Tale This year’s entry for the Shakespeare Schools Festival was the little-seen or known classic The Winter’s Tale, a story of infidelity and mistrust between a king and his queen. Rehearsals began in September and it began well. I was very pleased with the casting, particularly of the key central roles. It soon became clear that Year 7 had understood and grasped the story well

and when they were preparing there were moments where I hardly had to intervene as director because they were so professional in their acting. The performance took place at the Platform Theatre, Euston. This was quite a large venue and with only a relatively short technical and dress rehearsal, we were all on our mettle for the evening performance.

The boys did not disappoint us on the night. Their voices rang powerfully from the stage and it was very noticeable that they had a sound grasp of the text and they were able to deliver a biting performance, better than anyone had the right to expect given their age. There were cheers and whoops from the audience and this ringing approbation was, perhaps, a fitting testimony to their efforts. Ian Cornish Head of Drama

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Year 8 Trips & Activities • YEAR 8 • Day Trip 3rd July Roman London

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Year 8 Trips & Activities Roman London In hindsight, it was probably a big ask for Year 8 boys to grab pens and paper and go exploring around the Museum of London, the Roman wall and the Roman amphitheater in the Guildhall Gallery a whole three weeks after the end of their CE exams but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they took to the task, hunting for clues around the Roman galleries of the Museum of London. They discovered much about life in Londinium and were duly rewarded for their efforts by enjoying a tasty snack in the shade cast by the Roman wall just outside the Museum. We then walked to Guildhall where we happened on a ceremony to observe a moment's silence to remember the victims of the previous week's attack in Tunisia. In the basement of the Guildhall gallery we saw the remains of the Roman amphitheatre, walking in the steps of gladiators who fought there.

Over the centuries London’s ground surface has risen inexorably and as a result Roman streets and buildings lie buried up to 7m below the modern street level. I do hope that our study made the boys realise the importance of Londinium, which was much more than some dreary provincial Roman backwater. There is so much of Roman

London hiding in the basements of modern steel and concrete buildings in the City of London and I deeply regret the fact that these sites are not accessible to the public except for on special occasions. I hope that the boys enjoyed learning that the Romans built the city where London now stands and that the shape and size of the modern city was defined by the Romans about two millennia ago. Sophia Panaretou Head of Classics Post CE Activities Programme Since finishing their exams the Year 8 boys have enjoyed a full and enjoyable programme of activities and talks. The 1st XI flew straight to Jersey with Mr Harahap, Mr Gleeson and Mr Montague for an enjoyable and successful cricket tour. There then followed a super activity week put together by Mr Kerr. This included events such as Go-Kart Racing, Air Hop and a swim in the massive pool at Guildford Lido. I accompanied this trip and I have to say, the water was freezing! There was of course the obligatory trip to Thorpe Park. On the Friday of Week 7 at Canons Park, the boys were able to receive their Common Entrance results and celebrated their successes on the athletics track in the House Athletics Competition. Then, all of Year 8 headed over the Channel with Mr Cox, Mr Hill and Mr Harahap to reflect on the sacrifice made by so many, including many AH old boys, on the battle fields of Flanders. From Thursday of Week 9 onwards the boys were back in school, attending lessons with particular topics being covered in different subjects. Additionally, they have had many very interesting talks from visiting speakers. Azeem Azhar (--------- dad) gave a fascinating and thought-provoking talk on the exponential growth of technologies. He articulated so clearly how technology is advancing fast and how we have to be prepared for the changes to our lifestyles future innovations will bring. Adolescent health was the theme when Ursula from the

Hampstead Organic Pharmacy visited and the boys I am sure found it very useful. It certainly was the sort of advice I could have done with when I was their age! Other talks included a speaker from the EDGE charity and ---- -------- nanny, Yolanda, delivered a very enjoyable Spanish lesson that gave the boys a taste of a language they might take in their senior school. A sports journalist, Mr Joel Miller came in and talked to the boys about his job, his love of sport and some of the sports personalities he had met and written about. Added to this was a day at Lord's for their Schools' Engagement Day which Mr Harahap arranged. This involved watching a county match, Middlesex v Hampshire, a cricket skills session and a visit of the Lords and MCC Museum. They also had a Classics trip to Roman London. As all this was going on, they were preparing for an end of term Review Performance which proved to be very entertaining, even if some of the humour was mildly at the expense of some members of staff! Who said that school wasn’t fun! Sebastian Stones Deputy Headmaster, Pastoral Battlefields Tour In June, the Year 8 boys, accompanied by Mr Cox, Mr Harahap and Mr Hill with parents Mr Solomon, Mr Heller, Mr Goldbart, Mr Widdicombe and Mr Abrahams departed for three days to Ypres. During this trip we learnt about what really happened in the Flanders area during the two world wars and the stories of Arnold House old boys who fell during those conflicts. Our first stop was the Chatham Memorial in Kent where we remembered two old boys, Arthur William de Segundo who died in July 1917 near Scapa Flow and Conrad Cherry who died in February 1943 somewhere in the Atlantic. Neither of these men’s bodies were found, but they are commemorated at Chatham. After crossing the Channel we went to the French area of Wormhoudt where a massacre occurred of British soldiers holding out in the area for the evacuation at Dunkirk. Eighty men were killed in the event.

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Year 8 Trips & Activities After a good rest, we set off the next day to the memorial of the first gas attack. This weapon killed many men during the war and harmed many more. After this we went to Hill 60 which is a crater, where we learnt about the tunnelling operation. In this plan troops would make tunnels to the enemy trenches, place explosives in them and blow the trench up. This was mainly used at the battle of Passchendaele in 1917 when nineteen trenches blew up because of this method. Once this was complete we visited the three cemeteries of Langemark (a German cemetery), Plugstreet (where the name of Arnold House old boy Hubert Green can be found, who was killed in April 1918 in the region) and Tyne Cot cemetery

(the largest Commonwealth war cemetery in the world). As well as this we visited the area of the alleged football match and Christmas truce and a last post service at the Menin Gate in Ypres where most soldiers without graves have their names written. On the final day we visited the town of Poperinge to see two things. The first was to visit the area where soldiers were shot at dawn, most of these people were shot because of shell shock causing them to desert. However, all of these men were recently pardoned. The other was to see the Toc H movement, this was a club set up by the Reverend ‘Tubby’ Calyton designed as a club where any soldier of any rank could go

to relax while they were ‘on leave’. The final place that we visited before departing back to England was the cemetery of Dozinghem where we saw the gravestone of a friend to pilot George Delmar Williamson, an Arnold House old boy, who is buried in England near Chichester. Overall the trip was a great success, we all learnt a great deal of the war and the disaster of it. Many of the cemeteries hit us very hard, as they showed how so much life was pointlessly lost during the conflict.

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Ski Trip to Mürren, Switzerland

nce again the Arnold House school ski trip returned to the picturesque Swiss village of Mürren. As in previous years we were based at the excellent ‘ski in ski out’ Hotel Jungfrau. With 35 boys in the party we enlisted the help of six instructors from the local ‘Swiss Snow Sports School’. The boys were divided into groups on the first day and were then treated to five days of expert tuition where they learnt to: carve turns; tackle moguls; ski through forest tracks; ski backwards and on one leg; and ski

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the giant slalom course. All the boys were great company and fantastic ambassadors of Arnold House; we got many positive comments from other guests of the hotel. One elderly gentleman suggested that if ‘all the children in England behaved like yours there wouldn’t be any problems!’ In addition to the skiing, which, owing to the unseasonal cold and snowy weather, was the best I have experienced, there were lots of other activities on offer. Each evening the boys played unihockey, football or

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basketball in the indoor sports hall or had a swim in the pool. After dinner the teachers organised ‘Quiz night,’ ‘Race night’ and a ‘Talent Competition’ which was won by the ‘Gymnos’, a high energy gymnastics act featuring lots of jumps, turns and dives! A giant thanks must go to all the teachers, including Mrs Boyarin, Mr and Mrs Stones, Miss Badenoch, Mr Odlin and Mr Harahap who gave up a week of their own holidays to accompany the boys. Chris Kerr Director of Sport

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ast year we were very fortunate to be elected head boys, and despite all the pressure of exams, Year 8 has been the most enjoyable year at Arnold House. To kick off the year, we had an amazing trip to Burgundy, where we learnt a lot about French culture, and a lot of the language itself. Once we returned however we had to knuckle down for our exams. Then, after CE, we had a plethora of activities, starting in the week after CE and consisting of everything from Go-Karting, to swimming, and a day at Thorpe Park. The very next week we went on a very informative and interesting trip to the Battlefields of Belgium, in particular Ypres.

And finally, as one of our very last acts as Head Boys we organised a Year 8 Review, containing sketches all about the school which we performed in front of the parents and teachers at the Leavers’ Party. Putting this on consisted of organising rehearsals, writing sketches and being the compères. At times it was very taxing and there were a couple of moments when it seemed like it wasn’t going to be worth it but it went down a storm at the Leavers’ Party and we felt very proud to have put on such a good production, especially since everyone had chipped in with sketches, or helped backstage. A special thanks to Mrs Miller for organising such a wonderful evening, which allowed the boys and parents to celebrate together.

When Mr Thomas announced the new Head Boys for 2015-2016, we both were so happy for them, and during our last Prize Giving as we handed over the Head Boy cup and ties, it was great to see the pride on the boys faces. Congratulations to ------ -------and ------ ----------- and we wish them the best of luck for next year. We remember when we were in the younger years watching the Year 8 boys receiving all their prizes and accolades from Mr Thomas at Prize Giving, we thought how could we ever leave Arnold House? Well that time has come and although the last few weeks of school life has been a haze of activities, the moment feels right, and all the boys will miss it dearly. ------ ----- &---- ------------------

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Review We started the year with an exciting addition to the department, not a new member of the team, but a piece of cutting edge technology! Chloe Randall and I went to Edinburgh over the summer and learnt how to use the Riso Gocco Pro machine and then after convincing the bursar of its benefits managed to procure it for the school. We spent many of our lunch breaks experimenting with screen printing techniques and getting to grips with its capabilities. We are very much learning as we go, as the possibilities are seemingly endless, but have already achieved exciting results with boys in Year 5, Year 7 and Year 8.

We were thrilled that Sophie Cobb decided to stay with us in her role as Ceramicist in Residence to continue to develop our provision in ceramics. Sophie made a huge impact last year, working with many year groups as well as developing her own practice and producing a specially commissioned legacy piece for Arnold House. We unveiled her installation ‘Two Hundred and Sixty-Nine’ during the three curriculum evenings in the autumn term. The piece comprises of 269 individually made porcelain houses, the number being significant as it represents the total number of boys attending the school in 2014. Memories of the school have been transcribed onto ceramic decals through drawings by the boys, teachers, staff, parents, old boys, letters, reports and photographs.

We have continued to develop our network of creative contacts and have welcomed some talented artists to work with the boys. September saw the beginning of the Art and Geography collaborative project, following the success of our multidisciplinary projects with both the Science and Maths departments in previous years. We welcomed Tom Stables and Rebecca

Lucraft from Stables Lucraft design studio to work with our Year 6 boys on a mixed media project inspired by tectonic plates. The project explored colour, pattern, texture and woven structures and the boys worked in groups to paint large experimental canvases that were then deconstructed to form woven plates. In the spring term we celebrated the boys’ achievements with an impressive exhibition of both the finished tectonic plates and miniature woven trees inspired by biodiversity across the globe.

Later in the year designer Carly Gledhill from Corby Tindersticks design studio came in to work with the boys in Year 5 on an illustration project. The boys had to design their own characters and imaginary worlds which they then printed onto fabric and embellished with stitch. Carly returned the following term to exhibit her own work alongside the boys’ work in progress and finished collections in an open studio event. We welcomed Ken Howard OBE RA to the Art department to speak to the boys about his exciting career and exhibition at the Richard Green gallery. The boys were fascinated to learn about his working

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Boys in Year 3 worked with our ceramicist in residence Sophie Cobb on a totem pole project and explored a range of construction techniques and methods of applying colour

I spent an enjoyable afternoon at Canons Park with the Year 1 boys, introducing them to the work of Matisse and his paper cut-outs. They looked at images of circus performers and produced paper collages â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;drawing with scissorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

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Review and pattern including glaze and ceramic pens. We invited boys, staff and parents to view their final pieces alongside Sophie’s own work in an open studio event.

Apple Mac computers and learning how to manipulate imagery to make connections with Hannah’s work.

We continued with our yearly tradition of submitting work to the Royal College of Art’s Young Art exhibition and had five pieces selected from boys in Year 2 and Year 8. We also had success in the IAPS iArt competition with ----- ---------------achieving third place in his age category. He travelled to IAPS headquarters in Leamington Spa with his family to see his work exhibited and to collect his prize.

Both Junior and Senior Art clubs continue to be popular with new additions, familiar faces and boys making the transition from one to the other. Boys in Junior Art club have worked on lots of mini projects including quilling, illustration, ceramics and my favourite: designing lollipop stick characters! Senior boys have worked on fruit and vegetable illustrations, Rob Ryan-inspired paper cuts and David Hockney-inspired paintings.

We decided to adapt the popular Year 2 bugs and insects project and looked at the work of ceramicist Anna Collette Hunt. The boys designed and created their own clay bugs which they then cast in plaster, enabling them to produce multiples. They thoroughly enjoyed the process and were proud of both their clay bugs and the beautiful plaster moulds.

As a huge fan of Hannah Waldron’s illustrations, prints and woven pieces I was very excited to meet her and learn more about her working processes. She gave a very inspirational presentation to our Year 8 boys about mapping places and spaces and set the boys a series of tasks exploring maps using all of their senses.

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Chloe was keen to further her creative repertoire and attended a creative course at Bedford school, where she worked with Art teachers from 15 other prep schools from across the country. She enjoyed networking and sharing valuable ideas about sketchbooks and attended workshops on chine-colle and aircrete sculpture. She is planning to use the chine-colle printing technique with Year 8 boys next term.

Plans are in place for some exciting new projects next year, including cyanotype photography, book arts and wire sculpture as well as continuing to develop our screen printing expertise. I wish Chloe and Sophie continued success in the coming terms and look forward to my return from maternity leave in the summer term. Kate Housden Head of Art & Design

The creative year finished in a splendid fashion with an open studio to celebrate the achievements of Year 2 boys. Their designs were exhibited like specimens in the Natural History Museum and the clay bugs arranged in clusters in wooden boxes and drawers appearing as if they were scurrying across the desks.

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irstly I would like to say a huge thank you to the boys, staff and parents for making my first year as Director of Music at Arnold House School a truly memorable one! I have been incredibly impressed with the high standard of music making that has taken place over the course of the year, and it has been an absolute pleasure working with such talented children. This year about 220 boys were learning a musical instrument and most of these boys play in at least one of the music ensembles. There have been many musical highlights and I hope that the following pages will bring back some happy memories.

Informal concerts The Informal concerts are a lovely musical addition to the school year and give boys the opportunity to perform in an informal setting. This year concerts have showcased the talents of 150 boys from Years 3-8 playing a variety of different musical instruments. Many musical genres have been explored, from the Baroque period through to the 21st century: Bach to Pharrel. A stand out performance of the year was ---- ------------------ rendition of Ed Sheeran's 'You need me, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need you' performed with guitar and loop pedal; this was a wonderful example of the versatility and showmanship of our musicians. It is not only the excellent playing that stands out in these concerts, but also the focus and support that the performers show one another.

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he Christmas Concert took place in the American School and featured musicians from the junior and senior schools. This was my first real opportunity to see and hear all of the ensembles in action - to say that I was impressed would be a huge understatement! The standard of musicianship and the variety of music on offer was outstanding and it was

wonderful to see the enjoyment that boys were getting from performing to a captive audience. The atmosphere was electric as the Jazz Combo played the final item on the programme: 'She Said.' Vocals, rap, guitar, bass, drums and saxophone â&#x20AC;&#x201C; what wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there to like?! A fabulous way to round off the term.

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Carol singing at the hospice Each year the Chapel Choir boys go across the road to sing carols at the hospice. This is a lovely way to spread the festive cheer and to reach out to the wider St John’s Wood community. The patients loved hearing the boys sing and particularly enjoyed chatting to them after their performance. A proud moment!

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he Senior Summer Concert took place at Canons Park on a warm May evening and involved 60+ boys from the Senior School. The event showcased the musical talents of the boys to perfection and members of the audience were dazzled and amazed by the slick performances and high standard of musicianship. The stars of the evening were undoubtedly the Year 8 boys who entertained us with a variety of solo

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that presented themselves at 6:15; but a quick gulp of water and a smooth down of the hair transformed the boys into musicians of the finest calibre by 6:30! They had great fun performing to a jam-packed auditorium, and entertained us with a wonderful variety of music from ------------------- 'Match of the Day' Cornet Solo through to ----- ----------- sensitive interpretation of Grazioli’s 'Sonatina' for piano.

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he Chapel Choir rehearses twice a week throughout the school year and are most often heard singing at the Arnold House church services. These services usually require one or two anthems and the boys work hard to sing these in two-or three-part harmony. The most prestigious occasion of the Chapel Choir year, however, is their concert, which takes place in the spring term at the Church of St John of Jerusalem. Performing in such a beautiful space is a real honour and the acoustics of the church really help bring the music to life. The choir particularly enjoyed the variety of the programme and performed music by Caccini, Franck, Piazzola and Karl Jenkins to name a few. A wonderful evening! Lydia Fleming Director of Music

"The Chapel Choir has been one of the highlights of my year. As well as Chapel Choir I have had great fun learning Hendrix on guitar and Moon on drums. This has been a great year of music for me. The music teachers at this school are so encouraging and have pushed me to my maximum. I hope I have a year of music as good as this one next year!"

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I trudged along the shifting sands. With each step my feet sank deep into the ground. I would have to toil to pull them out, only to take another step and have it all happen again. The blistering heat made me sweat to no end. Up ahead of me, all I saw were golden dunes, rolling up and down to the horizon. Small plants occasionally showed themselves, but apart from them I was the only thing around for miles. The desert glistened as the sunbeams bounced off the ground. All I could hear were the occasional chirps of a bird flying overhead. The crunches of my steps turned into soft swish as I started returning to walking on soft sand. After days of endless walking, I came across a pond. A miracle! I fell onto my knees and started lapping up the rejuvenating liquid. The documents had spoken of this oasis. I was following the ancient route taken by the magnificent Mabara Tami, the ruler of the Saharan Empire. The story had become legend; Mabara Tami had gone on a journey across the Sahara to escape the malicious invaders of his countries. I was now following his route. I was an archaeologist, and it was rumoured that he hadn’t only left his homeland because of the invaders. Some people believed something more valuable was involved, and I was searching for it. So far, it had been in vain. I bathed in the water, enjoying the cool temperature. It was such a contrast to what I had suffered for the past week. Reluctantly, I left the joy of the oasis. I had to continue on my treacherous journey.

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After the party 1L found some balloons in the garden. They blew them up and that was where their adventure began...

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The green balloon landed me in the middle of a group of T-Rex. They tried to eat me but luckily I had my sharp sword and challenged them to go away.

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The violet balloon took me up to the 72nd floor of the Shard. It burst and I fell in and found the fox. He wondered what I was doing and we went exploring.

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The rainbow balloon took me to Barcelona where I played football with Messi. It was very exciting and I scored a goal.

My green balloon took me onto a drag lift. I was skiing down the mountain holding fire. I was as part of the show!

The crazy me balloon took to when back in time were the dinosaurs yed around. I pla urite with my favo dinosaur the , Ankylosaurus f we chased of the T-Rex.

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The red balloon wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an ordinary balloon it took me to Sweetie land. There were lollipop trees and huge marshmallow mountains which I climbed, right up to the top.

The soggy symmetrical balloon took me to the freezing North Pole and I got to see Father Christmas and help him make toys.

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The yellow balloon took me on an adventure in London. I jumped into the River Thames and swam across. Then I climbed the Gherkin, it was as slippery as a slimy fish but I got to the top.

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The balloon got bigger and bigger and bigger. It got so big I floated to Paris and went up, up, up to the top of the Eiffel Tower. I could see all of the city.

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The stripy balloon took me to a muddy land. I splashed and sploshed and I slipped in the mud .I did get rather messy.

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The dirty balloon took me to my grandpa and we went swimming in the sea. We swam super-fast with dolphins.

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1Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Curious Creatures Mrs Mackay and Mrs Matthews went for a stroll. As the two of them dawdled along chatting happily about the joys of alliteration, they did not realise they had entered a very strange and magical forest. All of a sudden they noticed some creatively, curious creatures coming towards them.

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Hello, I am a cute, kicking, cuddly kitten.

Hello, I am a crazy, curvy cat called Cobra.

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Hello, I am an excellent, explaining, excited electric eel.

Hello, I am a pink, posh, pointy, peculiar platypus.

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Hello, I am a horrid, handsome, hairy, hurt hippo.

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Hello, I am a slippery, slimy, smelly snake.

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Hello, I am a big, bold, bashing, bossy bull.

Hello, I am a chubby, cheerful, charging cheetah.

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Hello, I am a grumpy, grand, great, glorious gorilla.

Hello, I am a kicking, crying, kissing, classroom cobra in Croatia.

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Hello, I am a limpy, lucky, leapy, loud lion.

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I am Mr Chess because I play it every week. I like chess and so does my brother. I have also won some money playing chess.

I am Mr Cuddly because I am very cuddly and I love cuddling my mummy. Also, when someone is crying I give them a cuddle to cheer them up.

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I am Mr Football because I love football and I am good at it. I think that it is a very good sport.

I am Mr Gymnastics because I can do so many cartwheels in a row. I also love doing back flips and somersaults, especially in the playground.

I am Mr Cheerful because I cheer people up and I always have a smile on my face. When people are hurt I help them by being cheerful.

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MR. STRONG

MR. SPORTY

MR. BUMP

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I am Mr Strong because I am very strong and I can lift up my brother. I can also save people from danger so they don’t get hurt.

I am Mr Sporty because I love playing sport and I am good at all of the sports. I am also quite fast.

I am Mr Bump because I keep falling over. I once ran down a hill so fast that I fell and bumped my elbow.

I am Mr Daydream because I daydream a lot and sometimes I don’t get much done. I usually daydream about the playground.

I am Mr Quick because I can run a marathon in 2 minutes and 2 seconds. I also can run up and down the football pitch and change very quickly.

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I am Mr Happy because in the playground I am always happy even when I am hurt. Also I always cheer people up and make them smile.

I am Mr Bookworm because I love reading books and I am good at reading as well. I also have quite good eyesight which helps when I read a book.

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MR. STRONG

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I am Mr Industrious because I am really hard working and I get on with everything. I have got my Industry Badge which I am really proud of. I am also Mr Industrious because I am really keen to do my work.

I am Mr Strong because I can lift up my sister. I can also lift up a boat if I want to.

I am Mr Brave because I had an operation and I ran around the playground a week later. When I fall over in the playground I never cry.

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I am Mr Quiet because I don’t like to shout. I prefer doing my work to watching television.

I am Mr Forgetful because I always forget things. I also forget when people have their birthday parties and so forget to go.

I am Mr Football because I always play football and score lots of goals. I also read the game well on a football pitch.

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The squirrel and the frog

The Sheepdog and the Puppy

The Bee and the Fly

There was once a frog and a squirrel. When the winter arrived, the frog came to the squirrel to beg for some food and the squirrel asked, “Why did you not save up food in the summer?” “I passed the days in bouncing on the lily pads,” replied the frog. “If you were foolish enough to pass your days in doing that in the summer, you should continue bouncing hungry in the winter.”

Once upon a time there was a little puppy who lived on a farm with an old sheepdog. One day the pup boasted to the other animals that he could round up all the sheep much quicker than the old sheepdog. When it was time to round up the sheep, the little pup with his loud yapping and fast running simply scared all the sheep and they ended up running away. It took the elder dog a very long time to find them and bring them back. The pup got into a big trouble and had to say sorry.

A bee was enjoying the last days of a sunny autumn when he spotted a very dark cloud coming over the sky. “Oh no, it will be winter soon and it will be cold!” So he tried to warn everyone to collect as much food as possible but the fly was just laughing at the bee and thought that he was just a fool.Very soon the winter arrived and the snow covered the ground. The fly was shocked to realise that he had no food. Oh no!

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The Wolf and the Mouse A very hungry wolf was trying to catch a mouse, he set up a trap, but the mouse was too clever and managed to avoid the trap. Later on in the middle of the night, the wolf went to check on the mouse but got his tail caught in his own trap. The mouse laughed at the silly wolf.

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The peacock and his tail

The Bear and the Hare

Once upon a time there was an unfortunate peacock who got into a trap and lost his tail. He was so upset he decided to tell all other peacocks that having no tail was the latest fashion. He asked all the other fellow peacocks to cut off their tails. However, one clever peacock exclaimed, “If you had not lost your tail, you would not try to convince us to do it!”

A bear and a hare were two great friends. One day the bear got tracked down by the hunters in the forest. He was roaring when he saw his friend, the hare, and asked him for help. The hare got scared and ran to his hole. The bear came to realise that the hare was not a proper friend.

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The Lion and the Mole Once there was a lion that loved to boast. The lion said to a rat that he could run at 1000 miles an hour, then he told a mole that he could dig 10 miles down. The mole asked the lion to dig and the lion started digging but he could only do half a metre. All the animals laughed and the lion never boasted again!

A little common sense is often better than a lot of cunning.

The Bear and the Lion Once there was a bear who did not have any friends. He desperately tried to find a friend. One day the bear met a lion who suggested to play in a big maze. As it happened, the lion did not know the way out and the two animals got stuck in the maze until the end of their days.

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The Fox and the Crow Once upon a time there was a fox and a crow. One day the crow saw the fox in a net being trapped. The crow flew down, started pecking at the net and eventually freed the fox. The time came when the crow suddenly got trapped in a cage. The fox heard his cries and rushed to see what it was. With his strong teeth, the fox pulled the cage open and freed the crow.

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The Lion and the Leopard A lion and a leopard were the best friends for a long time. One day the lion met a wolf who said, “You don’t need your silly old friend who barely likes you. Come with me to the butcher’s shop to steal some meat.” On the way they met the leopard. “Don’t go”, cried leopard, “You’ll get in trouble!” But the wolf and the lion plodded on. Suddenly the leopard heard a roar of mighty panic, he ran to the village and saw his old friend bleeding with an axe in his back. He pulled the axe out and gnawed through the rope to free the lion.

One good turn deserves another.

The Peacock and the Eagle One day a peacock met an eagle and laughed at it, “Look at yourself with no colour at all!” Then one day the peacock was trapped by hunters all around, they wanted his beautiful feathers. When he looked up, he saw the eagle soaring high up in the sky. For the first time the peacock wished that he was just a plain bird that could fly away.

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Better have no friends rather than a foolish one.

Old friends cannot be sacrificed for new ones.

Fine feathers don’t make fine birds.

The Lion and his Mane

The farmer and the sheepdog

The Tiger and the Deer

The Tiger and the Turtle

One hot sunny day in the plains of Africa, there was a lion. He met a giraffe and said, “I hate my bony legs but I love my beautiful mane.” At that moment, the lion saw something, he ran very fast managing to catch his prey but getting extremely hot. That was when the lion came to realise that his legs were more useful than his mane.

A farmer went to the market to get a new sheepdog. He told the trader that he would try out the animal before buying it. He took the sheepdog to his farm for a day. As soon as they reached the farmyard, the sheepdog joined the pigs in the sun and carried on eating all day. Seeing this, the farmer took the sheepdog back to the market and said, “I know that he will be the same as the ones he chose for his companions.”

A tiger was starving as he had not eaten for many days. Suddenly he saw a deer. There was a big chase. The deer jumped into the fast river and managed to get across, but the tiger got carried away by a strong current and was never seen again.

There was a turtle and a tiger. The turtle wanted to be friends with the tiger but the tiger thought that the little turtle was not a worthy friend. One day the tiger fell into the fast river and started drowning. When the little turtle saw the tiger was in trouble, he pushed him out to the surface and saved his life.

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The Whale and the Tuna Every year there was a big swimming race and the winner would rule the ocean for the rest of the year. So far the tuna kept winning. This year an old whale entered the big race. Everybody laughed at the sight of the whale. When the race had started, the tuna went at his great speed but then decided he had time for a snack. “That slow, old whale is just crossing the start line. I can win this race easily!” The tuna ate so much that he fell asleep and the whale won the race!

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A man is known by the company he keeps. To think before you leap.

The Dog and the Donkey

The Tiger and the Rabbit

One day there lived a donkey, a dog and an old man. The donkey had to pull a heavy load on a cart for the man who went to the market to sell his goods. The dog’s job was to guard the goods on the road. The dog was always complaining about how much he had to walk every day to which the donkey said, “I’m the one who should be complaining! I have not only been walking to the market every day but I am also pulling a very heavy load of goods which is causing me great pain!”

Once a rabbit found himself in a cave with a tiger. The rabbit was very scared, “Please don’t eat me!You never know, I might be able to help you one day!” The tiger let the rabbit go. One day the tiger found himself in a trap and the rabbit saw the tiger struggling, he very kindly helped him to get free by biting the ropes.

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The Lion and the Rattlesnake One sunny day a lion was seeking for food in a leisurely manner, since he thought he was the king of the jungle and had nothing to be afraid of. Meanwhile a rattlesnake was slithering by, making his rattling noise but the lion did not pay any attention to the noise. The rattlesnake jumped out of the shadows and used his poisonous fangs to kill the lion.

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Mercy brings its reward. Danger sometimes comes from a source that is unexpected.

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I would like to travel to Argentina because I would like to find dinosaur fossils.

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I would like to travel to Pisa in Italy so that I can find out how and when and why the leaning tower of Pisa is leaning.

I would like to travel to Belgium to visit a brilliant chocolate factory and to find out how they make their exceptional chocolate.

I would like to travel to West Africa to find out more about Ebola and how it is treated.

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I would like to travel to Mount Olympus in Greece to find out if there really is a huge temple on the top of it.

I would like to visit darkest Peru to see if Paddington Bear really does exist and can speak.

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I would like to go to the Himalayas because I want to find out what kind of animals live up so high.

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I would like to travel to the Sahara desert in Africa because I would like to discover some new reptiles.

I would like to travel to the Pacific Ocean to find out why giant pacific octopuses have so many cool features that other species of octopus donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have.

I would like to go to Sardinia to learn about the Nuragic temples from the 15th century BC and discover more about the Millenarian society.

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I would like to travel to the Bermuda Triangle to find out how boats and aeroplanes lose signals and crash.

I would like to travel to Alaska in the USA to find out more about how all the animals and people survive in really harsh conditions.

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I would like to visit the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil to find all the different species of tigers.

I would like to go to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia to see all the different coloured fish and coral.

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I would like to go all the way to Japan to explore how Ninjas came about.

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My name is six emerald diamond I come from twilight dimension. My favourite blocks that I use are diamond and emerald. My favourite sword is the Royal guardian sword.

---------------------------------I am called Odd Stampy from the rainbow dimension. My favourite food is cake and my favourite block is Bedrock because it can’t be blown up. I was designed by an endermite. My favourite enchantments are smite. My favourite boss is the wither. I live in a house made out of wood, diamond and red stone. I have a passcode lock to get into my house and if you get it wrong you will be trapped.

My name is Bandit Creeper. My world name is the world of bomb. I live in a big mansion. My favourite food is steak. My favourite block is the emerald block. My favourite texture pack is the Misa texture pack.

--------------------------I am from the Candy texture pack. My favourite food is cookies. I love to kill my livestock, with an enchanted diamond sword. I like to lounge around in my village.

The name of my skin is Chomper: I am from Obsidian Palace. I live in my diamond and stone house with my pet dog. My favourite food is cake! My favourite block is obsidian. I saw a skin like this in my skin creator app. I would like to go to the End and defeat the Ender Dragon.

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My name is Tom. I live in a world called: MY WORLD! My house is made out of gold. My trousers are a new make (in my word). I like to blow things up and make big explosions.

------------------------------I am multi-coloured. I am from rainbow dimension, my favourite food is cake. My favourite block is gold because it will make me rich. I was designed by a zombie (creeper). My favourite thing in Minecraft is blowing up houses with TNT. My favourite sword is gold and my favourite armour is gold (I like gold).

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I’m a malty coloured robot, and I live in the End. My favourite food is porkchops. My favourite block is Netherack because it burns forever. I was designed by Enderman in the End. My favourite thing in Minecraft is blowing up other people’s houses. My armour is diamond and my favourite sword is diamond.

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My name is Annoying Orange and I am from Talking Fruit and Man City world. My favourite block is Aguero. I was designed by a pear block. My house is made of crystal Dzekos. My favourite weapon is TNT and my best friend is Bob (the pig).

---------------------------I am from the nether. My favourite food is cake. My favourite block is glowstone because it glows. I was designed by a wolf. My favourite thing in minecraft is destroying people’s world.

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My name is Emerald slayer. I am from the overworld. My favourite sword is big bertha. My favourite food is steak and my favourite block is block of iron. My favourite armour is iron helmet, diamond chestplate, emerald leggings and golden boots.

My name is Harry Kane and I live in the neather. I am six feet tall. My favourite food is chocolate. I drink Coke and I love skateboarding.

--------------------------------------I’m called Henry the eighth. I am from rainbow dimension. My favourite food is fillet steak. My favourite block is red stone because the colour is pure. I was designed by a creeper. My favourite thing in Minecraft is building mansions. My favourite armour is diamond. My favourite sword is emerald.

My name is gaming boy and I come from the world digital. I got teleported to a treetop in a swamp and I live there. My favourite food is cookies and my favourite block is diamond. I was created when there was an update and got added. In my game I take my dogs to find food, they are called Rascal and Sharky.

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The name of my skin is Cake Cat. I live on Planus Biomo. My favourite food is cake. My favourite block is emerald black. My favourite mob is the Ender Dragon.

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I am called Axe. I come from a world called Fruit-TNT and I live in a diamond mansion. My favourite armour is diamond armour. My creator is----- .

---------------------------------I am TNT addict and I live in a giant hole in the ground, in the world of horrors. My favourite food is insects a s made by-----ock ---- . My fav is by far TNT and-----made me up as he went along. What I’d like to do in my game is to have a war against slimes, villagers, creepers, spiders and zombies.

My name is TNT and I live deep below the ground where there is a lot of lava. I come from a world which is full of diamonds, but sometimes it can become really boring because at about 5:00 all the diamonds disappear and then all these strange creatures come out and I start to get scared.

-------------------------------------------I am from the overworld and my name is Jake. My favourite food is cake! My favourite block is quartz and I was designed by my imagination. I would like to kill the Ender Dragon and to have a diamond palace.

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Name: MR SNAKE (KING COBRA) Features: Poisonous bite, feeds on smaller animals, scaly, slithery skin to escape from larger predators. Habitat: Desert Age: 100

Name: DARK THE ENDERDRAGON Speed: 8 Life: 10 Strength: 9 Boost: 10 Description: Dark is the fastest enderdragon there is. He is the last enderdragon in the world. He now lives in the end dimension.

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Name: CEPH THE FLYING SQUID Powers: Spits out poisonous ink and shoots cosmic rays out of his eyes. He can move at the speed of light. He can change weight and size. He can kill 100 people in 1 shot and turn people into squids. Speed: 10 Size: 10 Attack: 10 Strength: 10 Life: 10 Boost: 10 Attack Range: 10 Protection: 10 Power: 10

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Death of Lawrence of Arabia (80th anniversary)

Historical

Anniversaries

T. E. Lawrence was an archaeologist and British Army Officer who played a crucial role in the Sinai and Palestinian Campaign and the Arab Revolt against Ottoman Turkish rule of 1916 – 1918.

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Battle of Agincourt (600th anniversary)

One of our major triumphs of WW2 which had emerged out of a crushing defeat. Thousands of allied soldiers were evacuated from the beaches of France. The evacuation entered folklore because of the actions of the ‘little ships’ that rescued the soldiers.

‘We few, we happy few, we band of brothers.’ Henry V’s speech in 1415 admittedly invented by William Shakespeare embodies the myth of Agincourt. The battle itself was a dramatic affair as a small army of tired archers defeated the French nobility on a muddy battlefield.

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Death of Sir Winston Churchill (50th anniversary)

HMS Victory launch from Chatham Dockyard (250th anniversary)

Gallipoli (100th anniversary)

He was the Prime Minister who led Britain alongside its allies to victory against Germany during World War Two. His death was followed by a state funeral and thousands paying their respects along the route of his cortege to his burial site in Woodstock.

HMS Victory is the world’s oldest commissioned and most famous warship. Her most famous victory was as the flagship for Vice-Admiral Nelson who led Britain to its greatest naval victory with the defeat of the French and Spanish at the Battle of Trafalgar.

This was a major defeat and failure for the Allies in WW1. The campaign is considered as marking the birth of national consciousness in Australia and New Zealand. The two countries fought on behalf of the British Empire. Anzac Day is 25 April and is when each country remembers their war dead.

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One of the most famous battles in English history. The Duke of Wellington led a coalition of nations on a battlefield in Belgium to defeat the French forces led by Napoleon Bonaparte.

8 May 1945 saw the end of war in Europe in the Second World War. That famous day saw widespread street parties across Britain. Britain alongside its allies had been victorious over Hitler’s Germany.

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Magna Carta (800th anniversary)

This was the costliest conflict fought on US soil and pitted North against South. The war was fuelled by the debate over slavery and states’ rights.

King John put his seal to the Magna Carta and although many of its articles have since been repealed, and the agreement had little impact at the time it is seen as one of the cornerstones of British democracy and law.

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Queen Victoria marries Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha (175th anniversary)

VJ Day (70th anniversary)

Battle of Britain (75th anniversary)

Margaret Thatcher was elected as Britain’s first female prime minister and served three consecutive terms in office.

The wedding between Queen Victoria and her German cousin, Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha took place at the Chapel Royal, St James’s Palace. This was the first wedding of a reigning Queen in England since 1554.

2nd September 1945 saw Japan surrender to the Allies and its defeat saw the Second World War come to an end. The formal surrender ceremony was performed in Tokyo Bay, Japan aboard the battleship, USS Missouri.

‘Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few,’ spoke Winston Churchill as he gave his thanks to the British pilots alongside those of its Empire and occupied Europe who defeated Hitler’s Luftwaffe over the skies of England. Despite being outnumbered, the brave pilots ensured that Hitler’s plans for an invasion of Britain would not happen.

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MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

ARNOLD HOUSE

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HENRY BUSH

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MAC GALATIS

KAAN AKYOL

MISHA A-WILSON

JAKE ARNDT

The inventor of emoticons makes the powerful list due to the sale of his nifty idea to Apple for £145 billion! He enjoys boxing sessions with his grandmother, owns an island in Hawaii and his most prized possession is a 96-carat diamond logo of the laughing emoji!

The tech savvy billionaire made his dosh creating apps and struck gold with his ‘Life Sorter’ app that basically sorts out people’s lives! Not one for the ordinary he had a helter skelter built in to his bedroom and likes to spend time with his pet polar bear!

The founder of Harley Davidson has seen his wealth skyrocket but is not shy in giving it to a worthy cause. Known for having waterslides in his offices and having his first bike made of pure gold, he recently gave £20 billion to various charities across the globe!

Toshiba’s founder made Forbes’ most powerful list when he unveiled the Aquilion ONE 640 Slice CT scanner. Able to detect and prevent disease for anyone wealthy enough to pay for the service, Bush is sought after by many and is often seen wearing lead glasses!

The world’s richest man is an avid football fan and after purchasing Manchester United has increased his total to having 30 of the best teams in the world. Now residing in Japan, he is rumoured to be in the process of taking his pet sharks to the moon…

MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

MAX HELLER

The founder of the famous Max-Jab (cure for all known illnesses) currently resides in Israel and often travels the world on his elephant. The high demand of his miracle cure means that he has to be protected by guards 24/7.

MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

AMIR-ALI MOHADJERANI IRVANI The CEO of the Iranian National Oil Company has his hands firmly on the beating bloodline of most western countries. Controlling 45% of the world’s oil supply Amir-Ali has many nations in his pocket and is a revered leader. He has a pet unicorn/moose, which he raised from a test tube. MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

WILLIAM SHINGLES The founder of Amazon and eBay has long been on our Forbes list as his ever growing empire spreads across the globe. Now the most favoured means of seasonal online shopping, Shingles has more time to spend on his other interests such as playing hopscotch in his shower!

ROBERT HUNT

Wii game designer Robert makes it on to the Forbes most powerful list due to his latest game ‘FLOW’. The fastest selling game ever it is now owned by 80% of the world’s teenagers who have direct access to see him compete in the X Game competitions!

LUCAS KANE

After winning the Pro Am Tour for a record 6 times in a row, this gnarly surfer made the most of his opportunities by capitalising on his fame and has successfully released his own surf brand that has taken the world by storm! Lucas is often seen racing his pet dolphins in Australia.

ALEXANDER KOUBAA

Link Pen designer Alexander Koubaa has made it to the Forbes list due to his special pen that can be linked with your mind and then writes whatever you are thinking at light speed. Criticised for putting many people out of work he doesn’t seem to mind as he often flaunts his golden goose!

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JAKE SINCLAIR Coming out from obscurity, Sinclair was catapulted to the public eye when the most watched movie in the world (Guardians of the Galaxy) was revealed to be his actual biography following his adventures in space! He cares for his pet alien at home and enjoys riding his pink dolphins.

MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

SAXON STACEY Stacey is a permanent resident on the Forbes power list as he is still regarded as the most successful Governor of India to date. He has influence over all her armies and is often called upon by their allies to help with conflict in war torn countries across the globe. There is no rest for this man who carries the hopes of freedom for so many!

MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

NOAH M-SMITH This Good Samaritan started out by looking after stray animals around his local area and it soon boomed to becoming the largest Zoo in the world. Stretching across 3 countries, Noah’s Zoo is home to many endangered species of animals. The environmentalist host thousands of visitors’ every day and often shows off his pet Guinea pig. MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

NIKI PONTICOS The owner of Ponticos Airways built his empire on service and style. The pioneer brought out the first fleet of international planes to be solely first class. Due to the airlines success Ponticos now has more time to drive his own F1 cars. He is rumoured to start operating first class pet travel early next year. MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE 2015

OLIVER ORLANDO SYKES WIDDICOMBE The modest movie director does not like to be in the limelight but it goes without saying that his knack for creating informative and entertaining cinema has catapulted him as one of the world’s most influential people. While his films have you on edge, he likes to relax in the company of his robots.

The sole owner of Lego has enjoyed much success in recent years due to a rejuvenation of his addictive creation. Being at the top of every child’s wish list, shares in the company have skyrocketed and has given Widdicombe more time to sit by the pool at his home in Australia with his pet tiger ‘Fluffy’.

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The journalists for NG travel all over the world to write their articles which are incredibly informative and written in great detail. The photography is fantastic and shows you the whole world from a new perspective. It has won 25 National Magazine Awards!

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I love cricket and this magazine shows all the latest news, especially about the recent Cricket World Cup. I have read this magazine for the past five years and have enjoyed every page. My favourite cricket team is Pakistan and my favourite player is Brian Lara because he plays in the same position as me and scores buckets of runs.

Evo focuses on new cars that are going to be released. I grew up with this magazine in my house because my dad is a car fanatic. My favourite car is the McLaren P1. It also showcases Formula 1 cars and it amazes me how quickly they can go.

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MOTD tells you all about the Premiership and all the transfer news. I like this because Iove football and I love reading about it. MOTD also tells you about the latest boots and kits available.

I choose Vogue because I grew up with fashion and I like the vibe of the photos and the stylish clothes that the models wear. My dad was once in Vogue and he looked great!

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I love the NME Magazine because it is all about rock music. It ranges from bands in the 60s to bands in the 2000s. It also tells you about upcoming bands and albums that haven’t even come out yet. It is a popular magazine for music lovers like me.

I like Sky Sports Magazine because it covers a wide range of sports. It has my favourite sports like rugby and football. It is full of reviews from the games and the latest transfer gossip. Many of the articles are written by ex-players which makes it very interesting to read.

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I thought Hello was great when I first read it because there was lots of information about the private life of celebrities and royalty. Although the royal family, ironically, takes up virtually the whole magazine. Maybe one day I’ll be in it too!

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GQ is a magazine for males and is based around fashion, style and health. GQ has had many famous celebrities modelling their clothes including superstar footballer Lionel Messi. I like GQ because it passes time and is a good laugh. Also some of my favourite celebrities model for GQ.

------------The Week is a great magazine because it takes complicated world situations and simplifies them. It is very knowledgable and interesting. I have been reading it for six months. I particularly enjoy it because it gives you a taste of what the newspapers are saying.

VOGUE

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Vogue is a magazine dedicated to fashion. It is always somewhere around my house and we have a collection which dates back to 1954. Vogue is not only an interesting magazine but is also very similar to my name!

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES…

JAPAN

AUSTRALIA

TONGA

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Japanese trains are among the world’s most punctual: their average delay is just 18 seconds.

The city of Melbourne, Australia, used to be called Batmania.

Tonga is made up of 176 islands that are scattered over 270,000 square miles of the South Pacific Ocean.

The Queen of England has the title of Paramount Chief of the Great Council of Chiefs of Fiji. Her image is included in colourful banknotes and coins in the country.

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South Africa has the oldest meteor scar in the world, just across the Vaal River near Parys, called the Vredefort Dome. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The president has six wives!

Georgia is strategically located in the Caucasus mountains and borders the Black Sea. It is slightly smaller than South Carolina and borders Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, and Turkey.

Yonge Street is the longest street in the world at 2000 km long which starts at Lake Ontario and goes to the Minnesota border.

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The Latin dance and music called the Tango began in Buenos Aires and the most popular sport in Argentina is football, the Argentine national team has won the football World Cup twice in 1978 and 1986.

Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrn drobwyll llantysiliogogogoch is the name of a town in North Wales which translates as “The church of St. Mary in the hollow of white hazel trees near the rapid whirlpool by St. Tysilio’s of the red cave”.

France is the most visited country in the world: 83 million tourists in 2012.

The longest place name in Ireland is Muckanaghederdauhaulia, in County Galway.

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So helpless. When she returned I just stood, dumb, as they told me what had happened. Of course I covered it up - had I not I would’ve appeared weak in front of my friends and my daughter, and that couldn’t have happened. So I feigned anger. I wanted to be the bad guy, but in truth I felt so betrayed by her. How could she do this to me? I have no money, no job, a terrible home, and nowhere else to go. So I couldn’t lose my daughter as well. I thrashed her in front of the family that saved her, but the tears that fell from her eyes felt like they were falling from mine. I could never go to that lake again. Just to see it - and what it could have done to her - it made me sick. I kept her so close to me in those years following the incident, scared that I would lose her again. Ironic really - we only grew further apart. She wasn’t happy - not in my life, living as the poor man’s daughter, it made her sick. She was only six when the incident occurred, too young to know what she was doing. But at 16 she definitely knew when, one icy morning, she walked out and did it again.

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Under 10 B team also enjoyed success. Many of the boys would have certainly got into the ‘A’ team football in past years. During the term every boy in the Under 9s had the chance to play a match for the School. In total seventy two matches were contested, most of these were 7-a-side affairs. The boys showed great sportsmanship and endeavour during their games. The Under 8s also played a handful of games and they look like becoming a very strong side in the future. Chris Kerr Master-in-charge of Football

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he spring was a great term for Rugby. Not one fixture was cancelled due to poor weather and with our pitches rivaling that of professional clubs, it made for some excellent play. The first few sessions were dedicated to pre-season training which quickly disappeared as we started our fixture list in the middle of January, much to the delight of the boys.

The 1st XV didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hit the ground running, losing their first three matches, but once they found their feet there was no stopping them. They won the following six matches , including a game away in Leicester against a strong club side. The 2nd XV were a very talented team and had several players who joined the 1stâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on many occasions, making selection each week difficult.

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against good opposition and then were involved in two very close matches against tough teams from The Hall and Orley Farm. These were big character-building games for Arnold House and a particular highlight for the coach, Mr Matthews. The team managed to finish runners up in the Durston House Sevens tournament and runners up in the North Bridge House tournament. The boys going up to the First XV will enjoy a heavier schedule and a possible tour if they shine like they did this year!

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eventeen boys were picked for the tour to Leicester, our annual rugby tour. The tour started on a Friday afternoon, we were up against Devonshire House; we had played this team years before, however, we recognised the team for their fast and hard running. Devonshire had a tenacious centre who ran brilliant lines and penetrated our back line, yet we were moving the ball strongly and confidently. Halftime blew, and Arnold House was in the lead. The second half was played through back line, and at the end of the game Arnold House was the victor at 29-17, the mighty red and green had done it again, a great start to the tour! (Scorers: ----- ------ -------- ------------------ Conv: ------ --------Saturday was an early start, breakfast at 7:30am, followed by a training session with Leicester Tigers academy. This was followed by a Q & A session with a first team player who gave our boys a real insight into being a professional rugby player. Everyone asked questions about nutrition, pre-game attitude, and even role models! We were all

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freezing and soaked; so after a quick shower we put on warm clothes and headed to Welford Road stadium and we watched Leicester Tigers vs Sale Sharks. It was a very physical contest and we were amazed at how hard they hit each other in tackles and around the ruck. After the game we headed to F1 karting, for a team bonding session. Many of the people who said they were amazing at go karting did not live up to their expectations - one of whom was ----- ------ I’m sure all of the barriers were dented after his session; everywhere he drove he ran into the wall. Sunday was the real contest where we played South Leicester RFC. It didn’t look good from the start as they had us pinned in our own 22m line for the first 10 minutes, but we kept our heads held high and our solid defence held strong until we turned the ball over and gave it to --------- who sped around the winger to score his first of three tries. It was a bit of an arm wrestle from there as the South Leicester boys

dominated us in the forwards but we took control in the backs, we were moving the ball nicely, and during the short break at half time much of our advice was to keep the ball moving, and try not to go into contact to avoid trouble in the break down. Finally we came out victors winning 24-15 and the man of the match nominated from the opposition was ---- ----------- for his fearless runs and textbook tackles. Arnold House played very well and I’m sure we should all be proud of our performances as we were one of a few teams who had come up with a victory on tour. There are most definitely gaps in this small account of our brilliant tour, but as I’m sure you all know; what goes on tour, stays on tour!

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ockey continues to go from strength to strength. At Under 10 level, fifteen boys decided to take up the game and they all showed rapid progress. A total of five matches were played and the team chalked up three wins, a draw and a loss. Several of the boys earned call-ups to the Colts B and A teams over the course of the season.

promoted to the twos was indicative of this.

The Colts had a very comprehensive fixture list. The A team played ten matches and a tournament. They enjoyed great success, winning seven, losing three and progressing to the semi-final of the tournament. The B Team played seven games. And they were victorious three times, drew twice and lost twice.

The 1st XI had a tremendous season: they played fourteen fixtures winning eleven, drawing once and losing only twice. The team also competed in two tournaments. They ventured down to Hurstpierpoint College, which is just ten miles shy of Brighton, for their tournament and eventually were beaten in the final of the plate. At the Arnold House School tournament we progressed to the semifinals losing to the eventual winners. Chris Kerr Master-in-charge of Hockey

In Years 7 & 8, twenty six boys elected to play hockey this year and every boy gave their all in the various training sessions and matches that were organised. Generally we divided the boys into three teams of eight for matches, but there were also opportunities for the boys to play in a full 11-a-side format too from time to time. The 3rd team, was expertly directed by Mr Gleeson. The standard of play was high and the fact that several threes players were

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Mr Stones once again led the 2nd XI. They played a total of nine matches and participated in a tournament. They won five and lost four but as always their matches involved many 1st XI teams and so their record is even more impressive.

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Player of the Season

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he season started back in the autumn term when the boys used the Indoor Academy at Lord’s for their pre-season training. At the end of that term, Mr Bagnall retired, and his influence on cricket at Arnold House will be sorely missed. His organisation of nets, the Twenty/20 at Lord’s and the Cricket tour were thankfully in place and as thorough as ever allowing for a smooth transition into the season proper. The First XI played fourteen matches (with one Year 8 match and two Year 7 matches) in a full summer term. Their final record of nine wins was a little unfair on them with three matches being lost which went down to the last ball. This included the loss against The Hall, which saw an amazing team effort in the field almost defend our lowest total of the season (except when chasing and winning twice), 96.

The team was led well by ------ who always set the tone in matches making early breakthroughs. Fellow opening bowler ---------- took the most wickets throughout the season (23), at an impressive average of 9.17. ----- hit some huge sixes over the season and his batting average of 26.80 was the second highest in the team. ----------------- was the highest run-scorer (302) and averaged an excellent 37.75. The other Year 8 boys in the team played with pride and commitment throughout and the four Year 7 regulars will have learnt a lot from their experiences over the season. The 2nd XI was full of an enthusiastic bunch of mostly Year 7 boys. Their preparation for the 1st XI next year was enhanced under the guidance of Mr Gleeson over the course of the season. The Under 11A team won fifty per cent of their games this season. The side had three Year 6 boys and the rest were from Year 5. They won their fixtures against St. Anthony’s and Hill House. All the boys improved during the season, especially with their bowling and fielding. They will need 142

to keep working on their batting. --------was the captain and led from the front with his bowling and batting. Elliott’s spin was very useful. ----- was very impressive with his bowling. Good performances were seen throughout the season from the Year 5 boys such as -------------- with his batting,------- who is developing into an all-rounder, ------ with his bowling, -------- with his spin variation, ---------when opening the bowling, ------- with his great fielding, ---------- with his bowling and ---------- being excellent behind the stumps. The two victories against St Anthony’s were the highlights of the season. -------------- scored the most runs with --------- taking the most wickets this season. The U10 team travelled to Lancing College in Brighton for the annual 8-a-side cricket tournament. After a first-round defeat to St Andrews’ of Eastbourne, the team had an emergency strategy meeting and decided to “go down swinging”. This change in approach saw the boys start to clear the boundaries with some more positive batting in their next match, resulting in a decisive win, and, a place in the semi-finals against St Paul’s. A good start looked to be squandered with some careless running between the wickets as the boys posted a below-par score of 47. However, against highly fancied opposition, Arnold House applied enough pressure through some brilliant fielding to leave St Paul’s Cathedral School 20 short of a gettable total. In front of an enthusiastic crowd the boys took on Aldro School in the final. Despite acquitting themselves, well the colts were unable to repeat their heroics against a well-drilled outfit and our total was easily overtaken. The team’s efforts and improvement in a short space of time were impressive and they should be a competitive side next year. Under 9 cricket was boosted by a strong group of Year 3 boys. They made up half of

the Under 9A team who had a fifty-fifty win loss ratio in a season which can be seen as a promising one. Cricket was well received by all of Years 3 & 4 and I hope to see many of the boys go on and continue the sport in Year 5. Jon Harahap Master-in-Charge of Cricket First XI Team ------------------------------

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Bowler of the Season

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Batsman of the Season

Fielder of the Season

Player of the Season

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Twenty/20 Cricket Match at Lord’s

he annual Twenty/20 match returned to the Lord’s Nursery Ground this year for the first time since 2013. The boys from Years 3 to 8 were treated beforehand to an assembly (and the teams playing in the match a training session) from former England international Paul Nixon, as well as being able to change in the home dressing room in the Pavilion at Lord’s.

It was a great game, played in a tremendous spirit, and I am sure all of the boys, parents and spectators retain some fond memories of the day, regardless of the result. Jon Harahap Master-in-charge of Cricket

The Clegg XI batted first and got off to a tremendous start through -- ------ and ------ ----- (who both ended up scoring 21), being 49 for none in the eighth over. After ------ departed and was replaced by their skipper ---- ------ the game entered a crucial period. ------ ------- was given the ball to bowl by his captain, ----- ----------and changed the match when ----- was caught by ------ -------- and then -----was clean bowled. ------- ------- did a great job in seeing the innings out, but regular wickets at the other end and tight bowling, in particular by ------- ------- prevented an acceleration in the scoring rate.

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Clegg’s XI: Team Coach S. Gleeson Team ---------------------------------------

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The openers for the Allain XI, ----- -----and ---- ------------------ put their team in a dominant position when both retired after scoring 25 (26 in ------------------ case). ---------- came in and deservedly hit the winning runs for his team, with the only blip being --------------- dismissal of ------- in the penultimate over of the 16 required to overhaul their opponent’s total.

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1st XI Cricket Tour to Jersey

n the 5th June, the 1st XI departed for the annual cricket tour to Jersey. As soon as we arrived, we had our first game against a school called Victoria College, whom we played last year and lost against. We batted first and got off to an appalling start with ------ and ----- departing in quick succession seeing us at 13-2. -----came in next and seemed to be saving the game with a partnership with ----------------- but ------ surprisingly skied one and got caught. ---------- came in and he and ------------------ built a partnership, allowing ------------------ to get a 50 and ----------- 21 not out at the end of the innings, giving us a total of 115-8 from our 25 overs. In the second innings, ------ took one quick wicket, but they reached our total in only 15 overs. The next day, Saturday, we played a school that we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t normally play, Le Rocquier. Again, we got off to a bad start, 17-3, but ------ and ---------- formed an excellent partnership of 67 runs. ------ got 30 not out and ---------- got 21 again. Our final score was 105 from our shortened game of 20 overs. ------ once again took two wickets early on and finished his spell of four overs with figures of two wickets for only 10 runs. They put on a partnership of 49 and it looked like the game was still in the balance, we certainly didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want the game to go the same way as the day before. ----------------- and ----- broke through with their spin, ----- taking a hat-trick following another wicket in his previous over. ---------- also took a wicket and ------bowled the last few overs with him leading us to eventually win narrowly by six runs. Our last game was probably going to be our toughest, the Jersey county team to whom we have lost against for the past few years. For the third time in a row, we batted poorly early on, with ----- and ------------------ getting dismissed in the first few overs. A switch around in the order allowed -------- to come in at three and he scored an excellent and careful innings of 14. ------ never really got going and was 146

dismissed for 10, but ------ and ---------again combined for a partnership, this time of 51. ------ got 41 and ---------- got 28, finishing the innings on 129-9 from our 30 overs. ------- and ------- both hit some lovely shots at the end of the innings to push us over the line. Our bowling and fielding were tight during the first two thirds of the game, but the opposition got 100 after just 22 overs, however we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give in. ------ made a tactical decision to bring himself, ------- and ---------- back on for the final overs. These bowlers picked up some crucial wickets and with two or three overs to go, it looked like we could have

a chance. In the final over, the opposition needed 10 to score with ------- bowling, and then needing seven runs to win off the last two balls. We ended up conceding fours on the penultimate and ultimate balls of the match, leaving us devastated.

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Tennis

he standard of tennis continues to go from strength to strength at Arnold House. Twenty eight players in Years 5 to 8 chose tennis and in addition to in-house matches plenty of games against other schools were organised. The Under 13s played 12 matches. During the season they won ten and lost only twice; these came at the hands of Bishopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stortford College and Westminster Under School.

Success also came during the ------ Lamb London Schools Tournament as ----------------- was crowned singles champion in the event. Tennis was equally popular at Under 11 level. All the boys made outstanding progress and enjoyed playing at both Paddington Recreation Ground and Canons Park. In addition to excellent tennis facilities the boys benefitted from the help of qualified tennis coach, Sam Wadling. The boys enjoyed his drills and coaching style. The Under 11s played seven games. The team won five and lost twice. One of these defeats was at the hands of City of London School Year 7s! Chris Kerr Master-in-charge of Tennis

End of season awards Team

Most Improved

Ground Strokes King

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Volley Star

Serving Ace

Player of the Season

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Sports Day & House Athletics Championships

he annual Arnold House Sports Day and House Athletics Championships was, as always, an enjoyable feast of athletic endeavour. Over the course of the day boys from every section of the school ran, jumped and threw in the hope of bringing glory to themselves and their house team. The fabulous weather certainly added to the occasion.

The morning session provided boys in Years 1 to 4 with the opportunity to win silverware and medals. During two and a half hours of activities boys competed for individual honours and house points as they rotated around four themed zones. These zones included the Power Zone, the Strength Zone, the Agility Zone and the Track Zone. There was still room in the

schedule for the old favourites like the eggand-spoon and sack race. The Track Zone, where every boy competed in a sprint race, a middle distance event and a marathon, saw many quick times and as always threw up some very exciting races. Below is a table of the ‘Men of the Zone’ for each of the houses.

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CUPS AWARDED - VICTOR LUDORUM

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With the Sports Day House point board looking very tight after the morning session, it was proving difficult for anyone to predict which team may eventually walk away with the coveted House Athletics Cup. With this in mind the senior boys took to their events with palpable vigour. In earlier heats, boys had been seeded into A, B and sometimes C races for 50 metre, 100 metre, 200 metre and 400 metre disciplines. Each race was keenly fought, given that House points were made available for every race. The table on

page 151 shows the results for the various races and events. You will notice that new school records were recorded by: ------ ----------- in the Under 12 200 metres. (his time of 27.72 beat a record that had stood for 31 years!); ------Padam Mehta’s shot put of 11.15 also put his name into the record books; ----------------- will have to wait until next year, missing out on the 1500m record by a mere one second. Well done to you record breakers.

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New Record

Shortly after the individual prizes were awarded, the anxious competitors and their parents, representing the four school houses - Pitt, Nelson, Wellington and Brunel - were told that Nelson were the champions, for a second year. The Nelson House Captains received the House Athletics Cup from the mothers of the Head Boys - Stephanie Cryer and Sarah Hodder-Williams - and then proudly lifted the trophy above their heads to a cacophony of appreciative applause. Junior Total Points

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Every day she sat at the upstairs window, watching the streets. Every time she saw a guard patrol nearby, her hand would move instinctively to her gun. She sat, confined in a wheelchair, a head brace limiting every movement. Her name was Sofia Konstantin, heir to the Konstantin Empire, the largest crime organisation. Since her father’s murder, she had mourned. But something compelled her even more than sadness. It was a dark, bitter feeling. It was revenge. “We had a drugs bust last night,” said Officer Loeb, looking out over the clear water of the river. “We arrested two people they say that they were blackmailed by the Konstantin family.” “They’re animals. The lot of them. I did this city a lot of good by putting two in Sofia’s father’s brain.’ “I agree, but now we’ve got trouble with the other families wanting control over this city,” said Loeb. “Then do what needs to be done,” I said. It was a clear night. The fog had dissipated, and the sun had sunk below the horizon, plunging the city into darkness. But it was different at night. Unsafe. Captain Helix felt like that as he patrolled the bridge. A noose dropped over his neck. Helix fired, but nobody could hear. He was hoisted over the bridge, dangled there, twitching, until life

departed from his soul. “We’ve got a problem,” I said, my fingers trailing over Helix’s cold body. “I know. A cop killer. That’s new --,” Loeb began. “You should’ve had someone cut him down,” I said. “What do you suggest we do?” “Keep an eye on all authorities,” I said, and ran from the bridge. I was the cause of this. I had killed Sofia’s father. I had to find her. I had to find her. His name was Pilot. Norman Pilot. A top grade marksman. Had he had his weapon, then Sofia wouldn’t have been able to get near him. The noose was tighter, perhaps breaking his neck. I realised that Sofia would kill everyone until she could get to me. Her house was empty. We had demolished it with explosives. I didn’t like playing the killer. But, if it were to stop, that was exactly what I had to do. I was walking along with two guards by the coast, to inspect some oil drums. I didn’t want them there with me. But, it was a safety precaution. There were two shots. Both my guards fell in a spray of blood. I didn’t have my weapon. Suddenly, the drums burst, and the oil ran thickly towards me. Then, it

was set afire. The harbour was now ablaze. I would be dead before the Fire Brigade arrived. A noose dropped around my neck. I cried out, but my windpipe was cut short. A woman stepped out of a wheelchair, and removed her head brace. Her eyes reflected the fire. When she spoke, fear crept into me. “My father once told me, you are never stronger than when your enemies think you are weak. So nobody would look beyond a seemingly crippled woman.” “Sofia!” I cried weakly. Then, I hardened: “Your father can rot in-Aack!” Sofia’s fist felt like a brick. Then, the rope sliced in two. I fell. A blade lay before me. Loeb. He had come to rescue me. There was a fight between them. Bloody. Powerful. I moved to the burned body of one of the guards. I removed his weapon. I fired in the midst of the fight. Twice. Blood exploded from Sofia’s head. She went down in a heap. I moved towards Loeb. “Two shots to the head. Not unlike her father,” was all Loeb said.

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The ‘42 Club Dinner

his year the ‘42 Club returned to the In & Out Club in St James’s Square for our annual dinner on 1st June. The sedate surroundings of this fine clubhouse may be familiar, as are most of the diners at the ‘42 Club, but there was one big difference this year. For the first time in its history, the ‘42 Club has a new chairman. Colin Winser, who chaired the Club from its founding in 1956, died in February after a short illness, aged 83. Colin was at Arnold House from 1936-39 and then 1942-44. He had built up the Club into what it is today – one of the most actively supported and successful prep school old boys’ clubs in the country. With his passing there was the risk of

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entering a period of uncertainty, but the committee of the ‘42 Club acted decisively and unanimously voted to promote the long-running and hard-working Club secretary, David Burr, into the hot seat. He became the second chairman in the ‘42 Club’s 59-year history and I’ve no doubt the club will be secure and well-served under his leadership. Rightly, the dinner was dedicated to Colin and his memory. David, the new chairman, and Tim Piper, a ‘42 Club committee member, both spoke fondly of Colin. Tim was a personal friend and a professional colleague of Colin’s. Another absentee from this year’s dinner was the headmaster, Vivian Thomas. Unfortunately he had put his back out

gardening and was in constant pain. So the retiring Bursar, Richard Fletcher, in his own unique style presented an update of the School’s health and all its goings on over the past year. As ever the evening was much enjoyed by all present. Over fifty old boys and guests dined together. Tales were swapped and warm words spoken. At the end of a convivial dinner, throngs of Arnold House old boys were still chatting and drinking at the In & Out’s bar. It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening. The ‘42 Club’s past was respected and remembered; its future anticipated and looked forward to. James Kilner ’42 Club Committee member

OLD BOYS

Christmas Catch-Up On 8th December 2014, boys who left Arnold House in 2013 and 2014 gathered together along with a number of staff at CafĂŠ Med in Loudoun Road for the annual young old boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reunion. This year there was a great turn out of over fifty boys who were keen to catch up and reminisce about their prep school days. The next catch up, for boys who left in 2014 and 2015, will be held on Monday 7th December at Pizza Express in Abbey Road and we look forward to meeting up with many of our recent leavers then. Stephanie Miller Director of Development

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Class of 2007 2007 Leavers

Senior School

Joe Alexander

Highgate

Thomas Bergquist

Lancing College

Jack Boardman

Westminster

Jamie Caplan

St Paul’s

Edward Carter

Westminster

Sebastian Clark

St Paul’s

Jon Coller

UCS

Charles Cooke

Bryanston

Steven Daly

Latymer Upper

Yiannis Fafalios

Mill Hill

David Franklin

UCS

Sam Grabiner

St Paul’s

Ben Jacobs

Mill Hill

Tom Julius

Charterhouse

Constantin Kirwin-Taylor

Winchester

Richard Law

St Paul’s

Cameron Macleod

Bryanston

University Exeter Durham Not known LSE Cambridge Brown (USA) Nottingham & UCL Oxford Brookes and Hampstead Fine Arts College UCL & Cambridge Warsash Maritime Academy, Southend Solent Oxford Cambridge Bristol Oxford Brookes Edinburgh Cambridge University of the West of England

Nicholas Maguire

Highgate

Alexander Male

Westminster

Not known

Durham

Louis Metcalfe

Eton

Yale (USA)

Jack Millar

Harrow

Edward Millett

Westminster

Bristol Cambridge

Oscar Notley

Eton

Not known

Freddie Pegram

Highgate

Not known

Anthony Pulsford

Westminster

UCL

Adam Rose

Highgate

Alexander Stirling

Eton

Bristol

Timir Weston

Westminster

Oxford

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Lives Remembered - Colin Winser Colin Winser - 1931 – 2015 Old Boy, Governor and ’42 Club Stalwart

There can be few alive today who have had such a long and active involvement with Arnold House as had Colin Winser. Colin attended Arnold House as a pupil for two periods: from 1936 to 1939 and from 1942 to 1944. The school’s enforced peregrinations at the beginning of the Second World War, and his early brush with the boarding experience under less than ideal circumstances, obviously had a profound effect on Colin which led him to become a founder member of the Old Boys’ Association, the ’42 Club, in 1956. The ’42 Club eventually widened its membership to include all old boys but, at its inception, only those men who had been at Arnold House on the school’s return to London in 1942 were eligible. After Arnold House, Colin went on to Charterhouse having been thwarted in his ambition to join the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, owing to a slight weakness in his eyesight. From Charterhouse, Colin gained a place at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge where he read, successively, history and law. Colin’s military bearing should be attributed to the time he spent as a national serviceman in the Royal Fusiliers and to his years in Territorial Army, in which he rose to the rank of Captain. By nature, Colin was a fastidious man, punctilious in

speech and dress, seldom if ever being seen without a waistcoat, even on the hottest of days. Colin played an active part behind the scenes for many decades in the life of Arnold House, serving on the ’42 Club Committee in senior roles and as a member of the governing body which had been established by George Smart when he generously surrendered ownership of the school to the charitable trust which runs it today. For some years, during Jonathan Clegg’s time as headmaster, Colin served as Chairman of Governors, a responsibility he doubtless undertook with the greatest seriousness and sense of purpose. Like many of the early members of the Board, Colin was a solicitor; having qualified, he became a highly respected and active parliamentary agent. When I applied for the post of headmaster in 1993, Colin Winser was a member of the governors’ selection panel and I remember being somewhat disconcerted at interview by his penetrating questions and gaze and by his inscrutability in reaction to my answers. As a governor, his correction of spelling mistakes and grammatical errors in previous minutes, overlooked or ignored by the rest, was a regular feature of meetings. On many occasions, his gift for expressing a complex idea in a finely turned legal sentence of pellucid clarity served the Board well. As Headmaster, I always found Colin to be well informed, loyal to the school’s best interests, and supportive of me. He always read governors’ papers closely and with a clear understanding, both of their overt content and of the underlying and sometimes sensitive issues with which they dealt. Colin attended governors’ meetings with unfailing regularity and always contributed constructively to discussions. His mind was not closed to innovation, but he could always be relied upon to test any new idea against his encyclopaedic knowledge of the school’s

history and traditions. Initially cautious about the plan to redevelop the school site, Colin came to see that much was to be gained by improving the facilities, a move which allowed a significant increase in pupil numbers in the 1990s and the early years of this century. Despite the fact that he faced a long journey home by train to Surrey, Colin was never in a hurry to leave and always stayed for a convivial post-meeting drink and chat with his colleagues. For many years, Colin presided over the annual ’42 Club Dinner which was usually held in the St Stephen’s Constitutional Club in Queen Anne’s Gate. In those days, it was still permissible to smoke indoors at the end of the meal, a custom not entirely to Colin’s liking, and, after the Loyal Toast, Colin was wont to say each year to the assembled company, instead of “Gentlemen, you may smoke,” simply and in a long-suffering tone, “Those who must: may.” Colin will be remembered with affection by all who knew him well in the wider Arnold House community and the school will always be grateful for his generous service over many years as governor. Colin Winser embodied the qualities which, over more than a century, the school has endeavoured to instil in its pupils: courtesy, focused application to the task in hand, and a deep and sincere concern for others. Nicholas Allen Arnold House Headmaster 1994 - 2006

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