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• ‘Les Misérables’ (Schools Edition)

  Wed 29 Nov 2023

  Y6 were very lucky to be invited to Forest School London, E17 3PY, to watch a matinee performance of ‘Les Misérables’ (Schools Edition) on Thursday afternoon. Carter, from Y6D, was especially impressed with the quality of the singing. Sean from Y6D, commented on how sad it was in parts, and that its theme of love and compassion really make you think! Willow from Y6D said she simply loved it, all of it! (Article 31: leisure, play and culture)

   

• Y4 Link Day with Our Lady and St George's catholic school

  Tue 28 Nov 2023

  Held in the second week of November, Inter Faith Week aims to strengthen good interfaith relations, increase awareness of the different and distinct faith communities, and increase understanding between people of religious and non-religious beliefs. Yesterday, as part of Inter Faith week, Chingford C of E were invited to attend the first of a series of ‘link’ days with a Roman Catholic School in Walthamstow.  Coordinated by The Linking Network and supported by the Department for Education, link days are an opportunity for children build a deeper understanding of different beliefs & develop their communication skills.

   

  On the Link Day, Y4 Ennis-Hill went to Our Lady and St George's school, whilst Y4 Brunel  remained at school to host a visiting class from Our Lady and St George’s. In the spring term they will have the opportunity to complete their Link Days by swapping over their visits.

   

  

• Y6 pupils cheerleading in Paris!

  Sat 25 Nov 2023

  Over the weekend, six Y6 pupils competed in a Cheer Leading Competition in Paris, France! Harry the Hedgehog went along too! Some of the pupils got stuck in Paris due to industrial action on the railways but Harry flew home!

  The girls came second in their class! What a fantastic experience for Lara, Betsy, Gracie and Milly! C'est tres bien!

  

• Y1 win some awards!

  Tue 21 Nov 2023

  Today Emily showed the class her beads that she collected when she was unwell. She explained that she collected new ones when she went to the hospital/ doctors when she was poorly for appointments, procedures, treatments etc. They remind her she is brave and strong. 

  We were all very moved and the children were amazed at how many beads Emily had collected!

   

  Hallie made her promise at Rainbows and was given a certificate and badge. 

  Joshua got a trophy for his football skills from his club. 

  Well done, all of you!

  

• Debating competition at Bancrofts Prep School!

  Thu 16 Nov 2023

  Two teams made up of three Y6 pupils each attended a debating competition hosted by Bancrofts Prep school. The teams were asked to prepare arguments for and against the motion, "This house believes that honesty is always the best policy." The teams didn't know whether they would be proposing or opposing the motion until we arrived!

  Then there were two unseen topics that the teams had fifteen minutes each to prepare their arguments: "This house believes books are better than films" and "This house believes computers will soon replace the need for teachers." Alex, Hasan and Zhion made up one team and Ethan, Lara and Riah the second team. All six were magnificent! They argued articulately with passion and humour. They followed the rules of debating and won three debates. Ms Lampard said it was a privilege and a pleasure to accompany them!

  A teacher from Forest School, one of th eteams we commented against, said, "It was lovely to meet you and your team yesterday and what an exciting debate we had. Your team were impressive, and I really enjoyed listening to their debate speeches. I look forward to competing against you at the next event!"

  

• School Council Visit New City Hall

  Mon 13 Nov 2023

  As part of their work as Rights Respecting school councillors, 18 pupils from Year 2 -6 spent the day at New City Hall in the heart of  Docklands learning about how London's Mayor and the London Assembly go about their business helping to run the capital. Josh and Sam from Year 5 report:

   

  As we arrived at New City Hall, we noticed it is a quite modern building and is built in a peculiar style. The Mayor moved into the building last year having previously been based on the South Bank near Tower Bridge.

   

  The Mayor and the London Assembly moved to their new premises as the rent at the old City Hall sky-rocketed when new owners took over.

   

  Our host, Elizabeth, spoke to us about the history of London supported by a very interesting and  entertaining video.

   

  One of the things we learnt about London is that it has a history of experiencing terrible fires like the Great Fire of London, the Crystal Palace being burnt to ashes and being bombed during World War 2.

   

  However, although London has had its fair share of tragedies it has much to be proud of e.g. holding 3 Olympic games, building the first modern main sewerage system, and having a two thousand year history dating back to Roman times.

   

  We found out that the mayor, Sadiq Khan, is Labour. Boris Johnson, the previous mayor, is a Conservative. The Mayor makes big decisions about London's transport system, the environment and the Metropolitan Police.

   

  We did a tour of the building including going into the conference room where the Mayor debates issues with the London Assembly.

   

  The only disappointment of the day was the cancellation of our planned trip on the cable cars across the River Thames due to the inconvenience of high winds.

   

  Overall, it was a really exciting day.

   

   

  

• Cross-Country on Chingford Plains

  Sat 11 Nov 2023

  It was a cold but sunny Saturday! Unbelievably, it was not raining but it was very muddy! Approximately 480 runners from over 15 schools competed in the Cross Country race. Our Girls ‘A’ team came first with Issy 5^th, Lois 8^th, Betsy 9^th and Lucia (who is only in Y4) being placed 10^th! Gracie said, “it is really good exercise and although it is cold, sometimes it is just great to get really muddy!" Our boys 'A' team came third! It was a brilliant effort by all our runners and we can't wait until March to race again! 

  

• Hedgehogs get a new house!

  Wed 08 Nov 2023

  As part of Sam in Y5's, manifesto pledge to be elected as his class' Right Respecting Councillor, he promised hedgehog houses! This week Sam and Mr Bygrave built and installed a beautiful hedgehog house. We are sure the hedgehogs will love it!

  

• Y2 sing at the Barbican

  Thu 02 Nov 2023

  On the 2nd November, Y2 visited the Barbican Theatre to hear the London Symphony Orchestra play many ballet classics. The theme was taken from the book: Dogs don't do Ballet. Rachael Leach, composer, presenter and animateur put on a splendid show that everyone thoroughly enjoyed - in particular, the dance with her shadow 'Biff' (the dog from the story) as improvised by a child from the audience. Miss Habershon, who organised the trip said, " A dog playing the harp cadenza from Swan Lake was something we had certainly never seen before! The children sang beautifully and their behaviour at the concert hall and on our travels was exemplary, as always! "

  Genji's mother said afterwards, "I have heard countless stories from the children about how much they enjoyed the concert and how it has inspired them in various ways. No doubt, the song school teachers taught prior to this school trip was the one we got the chance to enjoy most at home. The school's dedication to providing enriching experience for the students is greatly appreciated."