School Cricket Tournament

On the 17th of June 2008 a team of nine players went to Worlingworth cricket club to take part in this years Kwik cricket tournament. We played 5 games against Wilby, Wickam Market, Debenham, Occold and Earl Soham. Our team won all of our games and won this stage of the tournament. This win qualified us to play in the county finals next week.
Our first game was against Wickam Market, we bowled 3 wickets and they ended on a total of 218 runs. Then we batted and ended the game with 251 runs to win.
The game we played was against Wilby, we batted first and got to a disappointing total of 226 runs. Our luck carried on when we bowled three wickets to grasp another victory.
The next game we played was against Debenham, we took nine wickets overall with Marcus bowling a fantastic over of 4 wickets in five bowls!!! WOW!!! Our batting started with Danny and Clem batting too fantastic overs to put us into a good lead scoring 1 six and 4 fours in 1 over. Our total score was 270 to beat them by 99runs!!WOW!!
Our next game was against last years winners Occold who had won all of their matches so far and proved a very capable team. We batted first and ended with a reasonable total of 241 runs which put us in a good position to win the game. Then our fantastic bowling came into play to win the game by a 17 runs.
Our final game was against Earl Soham, they batted first and finished of with only 204 runs, then we batted and got a huge score of 301to win by 97 runs.
This gave us 5 wins out of 5 to finish as area champions.

By Marcus and Ewan

Practically perfect poems

Mr Brook's literacy group have been writing more great poems.
Everybody wrote their own version of a poem called 'I'm practically perfect...'

NAME:IZZY

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
There’s not a thing that I neglect.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
Take a good look and you will see,

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
I give money to charity I do my part,

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
The teachers encourage me and are full of praise

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
I take pride in my appearance I’m a beautiful sight

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
So I’ve redone my homework with help from dad as well

NAME:_Alfie Hulbert _

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
I’m sure when we meet this you’ll detect.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
I’m a happy fellow and love company.

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
I like everyone and I love taking part.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
So at home all I do is revise for days

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
My food is free range and I love flying kites.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
So on my front door I have a gold bell.

NAME Guy

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
I’m practically perfect in every aspect.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
I’m wonderful you could not disagree.

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
Though sometimes I may do a massive loud fart!

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
So I must keep working hard for the next few days.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
I had a nice car and it gave me a fright.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
Although I almost fell down a stinky well.

NAME: Clem Routledge
I'm practically perfect in every respect.
There’s no part of my life that I’d ever neglect

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
That I have a god like personality

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
I’m superb at all music and legend in art.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
Everything’s easy nothing can faze

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
My shades are dead black , my suits are bright white

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
That I am always the greatest ,I’ll always do WELL

NAME: Rob Scott

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
I’m sure that this fact is not incorrect.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
That you would really like to be me!

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart
Every one says I’m really smart.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
For my fantastic short essays.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
I really am quite a sight.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
But how in the room just did that big smell

NAME: Blane

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
Apart from that little something you call a spec

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
I am a bit wobbly when I drink tea

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
I am good at the game you play with a dart

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
Apart from all of my jumbo holidays

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
Even when I fly the great big jumbo kite

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell
Even the smell of my feet that I treat with jell

NAME:________James bs


I'm practically perfect in every respect.
I have got to get everything perfect.
As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
That I will definitely flee.

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
That I play an important part.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
I only get A’s on certain days.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
My jeans do fit, just a bit tight.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
The toys I have got, I’m going to sell.

Jake L

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
Apart from me looking like a big insect.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
That I am a math boffin for all to see.

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
In the school production I played a huge part.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
When an exam is near I count up the days.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
When I’m at high school I’ll keep my tie tight.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell

I can do everything and do it all well.

NAME:__Emelia__

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
I have beautiful eyes and quite a long neck.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
You’ll love every minute in my company.

I'm pretty and rich, with a generous heart.
I’m fabulous rich and incredibly smart.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
My teachers all love me and give constant praise.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
I shop in the posh shops I look quite a sight.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
The only bad thing is my horrible smell.

NAME: Danny Smith

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
I’m perfectly behaved in every aspect.

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree.
I have a distinctive science degree.

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
I always nip down to spend at the minute mart

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
In the afternoon I love to star gaze.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
So that is why hate to be in a fight.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.
I a legend in football as well.

NAME: Amy Harold_

I'm practically perfect in every respect.
Yes really, I ask you, what did you expect?

As soon as you know me I'm sure you'll agree
I can tell you one small thing and you will see.

I'm handsome and rich, with a generous heart.
In the school plays, I always get the best part.

At school, in my classes, I only get A's.
We have tests every week on every Thursday.

My clothes are expensive. My hair is just right.
I can promise you that I look a great sight.

I'm practically perfect. I'm sure you could tell.

I can do anything especially spell.

Summer Sports Evening Photos

These photographs (all taken by Mrs Caroline Miller) show what a great event the Friends put on this year. There was a broad range of sports & activities; good food; lots of fun and hopefully lots of money raised.
Particular thanks should go to Karen Debenham, Mary Whiteley and Carl Legg for their hard work in organising this event.

WHOLE SCHOOL LETTER (44)

CROSSING PATROL
Unfortunately due to ill health Carol Bone, our crossing patrol lady, cannot be on duty at the present time. Cover will be supplied by Mrs Borg and PC Hassler when available. PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING THIS TIME WE ARE UNABLE TO GUARANTEE THE CROSSING WILL BE SUPERVISED AT THE USUAL TIMES.

STAFF CHANGES FOR SEPTEMBER 2008
I am delighted to announce that we have made a new appointment to our schools teaching team. Mr Vaughan will be joining us from a school in Lowestoft. He is an experienced teacher with a wide range of interests including English, Drama and Sport.
Unfortunately, we are very sorry to lose Miss George, who has decided to return to Norwich to be closer to her family. I would like to take this opportunity to thank her for all her hard work this year, and wish her success in the future.
At the end of term we will also be saying ‘Goodbye’ to Miss Treen, who has been with us on a temporary contract, again I would like to wish her well and thank her for her hard work.
I would also like to pass on congratulations to Miss Foster who is getting married on 21 June, and wish both her and her husband a very happy life together. Miss Foster will be taking on her married name of Mrs Spencer.
Our class organisation will be as follows:
Reception Mrs Hopkins CH
Year 1 Miss Montague EM
Year 1/2 Mrs Colchester JC
Year 1/2 Mrs Cann LC
Year 3 Mrs Dwyer/Mrs Lord DD/PL
Year 3/4 Miss Ashberry CA
Year 3/4 Mrs Spencer NS
Year 4/5 Miss Hitchcock GH
Year 5 Mr Vaughan RV
Year 5/6 Mrs Morgan GM
Year 5/6 Mr Brook/Mrs Mawson DB/KM

SPORTS DAY – Wednesday 25 June
Foundation and Key Stage 1 races will be held first from 9.30-10.30am, followed by Key Stage 2 from 10.30-11.30am. After their races the Foundation and KS1 children will watch a few of the KS2 races and then return to school for the rest of the day.
If the weather should be inclement, the reserve day is Thursday 26 June at the same times.
Please ensure that your child has their PE kit at school and a sun hat and sun cream are advisable if hot. All children should bring a water bottle (plastic only).
Foundation and KS1 children are not allowed to wear trainers, but KS2 children can if they wish.
Please do NOT park in Coucy Close – in the first instance park in the Elms car park but if that is full you can park on the back playground.
In the past some of the children got upset when their parents came over to see them and they were then not allowed to go and sit with their parents, please could we ask that parents keep to the opposite side of the track to the children and not come over to speak with them. Also for this reason, we would ask that Nursery children are collected in the usual manner and at the usual time from the Nursery and not taken from the sports field. Thank you for your help in this matter.
If you are able to volunteer help at Sports day please see Miss Foster.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Could we please once again remind parents that younger children under school age are not allowed on the climbing frame as they are not insured if they were to have an accident. Thank you.

NON-UNIFORM DAY – Friday 27 June
To encourage families to donate to the school Summer Fete (on Friday 4 July) we are having a non-uniform day on Friday 27 June. On this day please bring in any donations for the Adult or Children’s Raffle, Adult or Children’s Tombola, Books, DVDs, Videos, Toys and ‘Promises’ to Bake a Cake (for the following week) etc and hand them to the class teacher. Please remember our ‘No Nut’ policy when making cakes. Alcoholic donations should be handed in to the office. Thank you.

SWIMMING CAPS
Please can we remind all parents that children are not allowed to swim without a swimming cap. They are available to purchase from the school office for £1.

FREE SCHOOL MEALS / TRANSPORT ENQUIRIES
I have been asked by the Pupil Services Team Leader to remind parents and guardians that NEW APPLICATIONS for free school meals for September 2008 will be welcomed at Clapham House, Lowestoft throughout June and July. Forms are available from the School Office. Applications can also be processed through the summer holiday but should not be left until September when it is difficult to process them for the start of term.
Parents should note that The Education Offices at Endeavour House, Ipswich also remain open throughout the summer for all Transport Enquiries: Tel: 0845 606 6067.

REMINDER : HOW TO PAY FOR SCHOOL DINNERS
As you are aware, payment procedures for school dinners changed at Easter. So far this has been reasonably successful, however this week we did have a number of pupils who did not bring in their dinner money.
Please can we remind you that:
· PAYMENT WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON A MONDAY (or the first day of term, if not a Monday)
· Parents decide and pay for the number of lunches their child would like at the beginning of each week.
· We prefer you to specify which days (but you can just state how many).
· If you do not pay for dinners on the first day of each week, YOU MUST PROVIDE PACKED LUNCH FOR YOUR CHILD EVERY DAY THAT WEEK.
· If your child forgets a packed lunch we will ring you to ask you to bring it in.
· If your child is off ill on a Monday, payment should be brought in the first day they return back to school following their illness.
· Parents who pay for the half term will be given a ‘Pre-pay form’ during the first week back, indicating the amount carried forward from the previous term. This form is to be completed and returned with payment by the following Monday.
Thank you

SAINSBURIES VOUCHERS
Thank you for the vouchers you have handed in, so far we have received over 5000. We can only accept these up until the end of June when we have to send the order off. So please do bring more in if you have them.

‘LIVING WITH TEENAGERS’ – A FREE COURSE FOR PARENTS
SCC are running a free course giving a chance to discuss positive strategies for managing difficult behaviour, develop skills as a parent and find ways to build positive relationships. It will be held at Saxmundham Resource Centre on Thursdays 9.30-11.30am starting 25 September. The course is free and there is a crèche for under 5’s. Contact 01473 325284 or see the poster on Parents’ notice board.

GUITAR LESSONS – KS2
There are still spaces available in September for Guitar Lessons. If your child is interested, please collect a form from the Office.

Summer Sport Evening

A reminder - please support the Sports evening this Friday.
The Friends Association have just purchased a petrol mower for our school field. This will enable us to keep areas of grass cut short for sports like cricket and hockey.
The Friends are trying to raise money for a 'Gym Trail' for all the children to use in break times.

Theft of the Thomas Mills Diamond

All of the year 6 children spent a really interesting day up at the High school. They got to play the roles of a detective and a forensic scientist. Everybody enjoyed the day and the opportunity to meet some of the High school teachers and use the facilities. The new science lab was particularly exciting.
We are grateful to Miss Hanner and Mrs Hart for their hard work and enthusiasm. Our year 6 children are really looking forward to joining Thomas Mills High School in September.

Teacher of the Year Awards

Our very own Mrs Caroloine Hopkins has been nominated for Primary School teacher of the year - a prestigious national award.
She had no idea she had been nominated and was shocked when Mrs Elphick presented her certificate in assembly.

EURO 2008

Many of you are enjoying watching the Euro 2008 Football Tournament.

If you have 'excel' on your home computer - you can download your own interactive results chart from the link below.

Download Chart

Limericks by Year 5

Mr Brook's year 5 English group have been writing their own limericks based on body parts and local villages. A limerick is a silly poem with five lines. They are often funny or nonsensical. However, writing a good limerick is harder than it seems. The hardest part is getting the last line to pull the poem together. A bit like the punch line to a joke.
Here are some of their examples.

My brother had curly blonde hair
Which was quite thin and very fair
He liked having buns
And had lots of fun
Infact he looked just like a bear

Emelia

There once was a boy with a nose,
It was so long it reached his toes,
One day when he sneezed,
The almighty breeze,
Caused the surrounding shops to close!

Lucy

There was a boy with small ears,
He had lots of really weird fears,
He shouted a lot,
He was scared of pots,
That made him end up in tears!

There was a boy with a big nose,
He liked to do dances and pose,
He liked to jump high,
Right up to the sky,
He did all that stuffon his toes!

Molly

There was a man with one leg
He picked his nose with a peg
He was not afraid
He loved the arcade
He had a sister called Meg

William

My family live in Fram
With two horses and a lamb
Our house is quite old
It gets a bit cold
I'd rather go back to my pram

Charlotte

If you would like to write your own limerick you need to follow these guidelines:

The first, second and fifth lines rhyme with each other and have the same number of syllables (typically7, 8 or 9).
The third and fourth lines rhyme with each other and have the same number of syllables (typically 5 or 6).
Limericks often start with the line "There once was a..." or "There was a..."

The Missing Link

A small travelling theatre group called Quantum Theatre put on a show for the whole school. As you can see from some of the pictures - some of the children got the chance to join in with the play.

Click on the link to go to their website.

'Gerbil' Jones, the fearless adventurer, and his niece, the plucky Georgie Lionheart set off for the jungle to find a mysterious creature. But why do Sir Jasper Queerfish and Lady Augusta Windpipe want to come along? And what did 'Gerbil' see in the bushes? All is finally revealed in The Missing Link. Based on Attainment Target 2 of the National Curriculum for Science, The Missing Link is a rollicking good jungle adventure!A pith-helmet musical comedy with mystery, mayhem and scientific discovery.

All photographs taken by year 6 pupil Izzy Larter

Framlingham Church Organ

Our year 6 children went up to St. Michael's church in Framlingham to see a demonstration of the ancient & historic pipe organ.
Simon Pulham (maker of pipe organs) and Malcolm Russell (organist) used some very clever technology to show us how the organ works.
A video camera was connected from the organ down to a sreen at the front of the church so that we could see what Mr Russell was doing high up on the organ.

Mr Russel also played some very famous organ music by Bach.
There is a short video clip below.

The organ arrived in Framlingham 300 years ago from Pembroke College, Cambridge.
There are a series of concerts this year to celebrate the 300 year anniversary.
7th June, 13th July, 14th September and 16th November.
To book tickets contact Malcolm Russel on 01728 724456 or by email
mandjrussell@btinternet.com

Malcolm also runs an academy for budding organists. Any young pianist interested in learning to play a pipe organ should contact Malcolm for details. He is running an open session on Saturday 14th June 10.00 - 12.00am.