We’ve made it to another half-term break and this one feels earned.  This has been a very busy half-term, but has been one of the most positive, calm and productive half-terms in recent history!

So much to mention this week: first of all, a huge well done to our U9s and U10s boys’ football teams, who both reached their respective County finals at the weekend. These are fantastic achievements in themselves and reflect a lot of hard work, determination and teamwork across the season. Commiserations to our U9s, who gave it absolutely everything and were just pipped at the end – a tough way to finish, but they should feel very proud of their efforts. Meanwhile, a huge congratulations to our U10s, who retained their title and brought the trophy home for the second year running – a brilliant accomplishment. Thank you to Miss Lewis, Mr Halford and Mr Hughes for their time, energy and commitment in guiding the teams throughout the year.  As well as the football, our athletics and netball teams represented the school (and all of Shrewsbury!) brilliantly in recent indoor athletics and netball finals. A fantastic second place finish for Coleham – well done!  Our sporting teams can be very proud of their achievement hits term!

Years 3 & 5 had a fantastic time during their Egyptian Day in Year 3, and their Viking Day in Year 5 this week. The classrooms echoed with energy as pupils fully embraced their themes: Viking battle cries were heard and mummies were made (not mummies of children…).

We also celebrated an excellent individual achievement this week. George was crowned our school chess champion after an impressive series of matches. Not only that, but he also managed to beat me in what started as a very tight game before falling apart rather quickly once my attack was thwarted. Must try harder, Mr L – well played, George!  The picture above captures the moment well: I was 2 moves away from a check-mate before it unraveled spectacularly, and if you look carefully, you can see a man in the exact breaking moment of realisation.

For me, the highlight of the week had to be the Year 1 ukulele concert. It was a joyful event, full of confidence and smiles. Music is so important and and it was wonderful to see them performing so proudly. A big thank you to Mrs Porrett for all of her work in bringing music to life for our pupils.

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Thank you, as always, for your continued support. I hope you all have a restful half term break.

See you all in June!

Tom Larkham

Headteacher