The Courier

Congratulations to all our Year 6 pupils who, back in March, had their secondary school places confirmed. Once again pupils will be moving on to a range of outstanding local independent and state schools.  

18 of the 24-strong class will be moving to the Foundation’s senior school, Princethorpe College, while two children have chosen the local grammar school as their future destination. We are especially delighted that seven of our Year 6 pupils have this year been awarded scholarships, including all-rounder, art and academic awards.

Sarah Webb, Assistant Head and Year 6 Teacher, said, “Our aim is always to do our best to help our pupils reach the destination secondary school of their choice. Despite the challenges of recent years, the children have enjoyed great success. We are particularly pleased with the range of scholarship offers they have received. It’s an excellent outcome and everyone here is thrilled for them.”

Congratulations to all the children on their achievements – Crescent School is really proud of you all.

Our Trinity Term programme of Outdoor Learning for Years 1-6 has kicked off this week. Combining forest school activities with orienteering, team building and leadership skills training, this term’s structured activities will develop the children’s collaborative work skills while enhancing their growth mindset in problem solving situations.

Our programme is guided by the well-respected John Muir Programme of Outdoor Learning, a nationally recognised environmental and conservation award scheme.

During the week, children in Year 1 through to Year 6 have enjoyed getting outside in the fresh air and taking on the oportunity to develop their problem solving skills.

All 90 Crescent pupils who took the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) examinations in March have passed with the overwhelming majority, 84 pupils, achieving a distinction.

At Crescent School, children from Year 3-6 study for the examinations in their Drama lessons as part of the school’s curriculum. Years 3-4 take the Introductory level, Stages 1 and 2 respectively, while Years 5-6 study the Speaking Verse and Prose Entry Level, Grade 1 and 3 examinations.

At the higher level the children prepare two poems to perform. They are judged on interpretation, technique and knowledge. They have to consider their diction, expression and movement and be able to discuss the mood and meaning of their poems with the examiner.

Drama teacher, Lizzie Bowdige, explains, “What’s particularly brilliant about the LAMDA exams is that they equip the children with communication skills which will serve them throughout life. They also promote an appreciation of literature and poetry and help unlock imagination and creative thinking. They add value to the children’s learning in so many different ways. I really am delighted with these results, and very proud of all the children.”

Congratulations to them all, these superb results are a reflection of their hard work both in and out of school – all that rehearsing clearly paid off.

Pictured are some of the highest scoring pupils with Miss Bowdige.

The children were all very excited about Olive Catering’s ‘Street Kerb’ tasting event today. The North American menu had all our mouths watering with Louisiana Cajun Chicken, Philly Cheese Steak Subs or Mac Cheese with Crispy Onions on offer. Pupils were queueing round the corner waiting for their chance to get their hands on the tasty choices and in particular the Daytona Dirty Fries!

Olive Catering offer tasting events as part of their school dinner programme to engage and excite the children in their eating choices. They are always popular with the staff too! 

All Star Dance (Miss Charlotte) is offering a free taster for the Wake Up Shake Up Club next Friday 28 April. The club takes place in the hall from 8.15am for Pre-Prep children. 

Please let the School Office know if your child would like to attend.

Crescent School

Please can all children bring into school a coat hanger ready for the costumes that Miss Bowdige is sorting.

Thank you