Aldeburgh Cinema Trip

This morning, to finish the half term off in style, the whole school ventured to Aldeburgh Cinema to watch 'My Neighbour Totoro'. The film followed the fortunes of two girls (Mei and Satsuki) who moved into a house in the country to be nearer to their mother who was in hospital. Four year old Mei discovers the mysteriously charming Totoro who inhabits the forest and they, along with Satsuki, have many adventures.

For some children this was their first trip to the cinema and it was great to hear so many happy giggles (and rustling of sweet wrappers!) throughout the film. A well deserved treat. Thank you to the PTFA for funding the coaches and we wish you all a very enjoyable week off. See you all on Monday 4th November.

Cross Country

It was a rather soggy, wet affair at Framlingham College this morning for the annual Cross Country event, but the children's spirits were not dampened and they all ran an excellent race around the 1.2 mile course. 

Setting off, they were full of smiles. The final approach to the finish line, however, was gruelling and the smiles were replaced by looks of determination and exhaustion. 

Thanks to their efforts a number of our pupils placed in the top 25 and will go on to represent the school in the county finals. Well done to everyone for completing the course!

PTFA Party

Despite the aches and pains brought on by excessive dancing, I had a fantastic evening at the PTFA party last night. There were lots of families enjoying the food and company and it was nice to see new pupils and returning ex-pupils getting stuck in on the dance floor.

Nights like this don't happen without a lot of planning and preparation and we must say a huge thank you to all the members of the PTFA who pulled out all the stops to make it a night to remember. 

The Falconer

Following our recent folk workshop, the children wrote a melody to accompany a local poem called The Falconer. They learnt to sing their masterpiece and we have recorded it for your listening pleasure. We hope you enjoy listening to their work.

Writer of the Week

Wall of Fame

Learning about The Hajj

As a fitting end to our RE topic about The Hajj, the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca, Mrs Stoney's sister joined us in Green Class to talk about her own experience of the journey. The children had an opportunity to dress in the white clothes, which symbolise equality and purity, that are worn by all Muslims who take the Hajj.

The children listened attentively and asked some excellent questions. A big thank you to Fozzia for giving up her time to come and talk to us.