The Chronicle

Dear Parents

This week our Junior 6’s have enjoyed an Outward Bound residential in the beautiful coastal setting of Aberdovey and I was lucky enough to join them from Wednesday afternoon.  There will be many photographs and stories to share over the coming days and I would like to thank Mrs Horan for organising this visit, Mr Stedeford for stepping in and attending on Tuesday at short notice, Mrs Vaughan, Mrs Thomas, Miss Broadbent and Mrs Carne for accompanying the trip and not forgetting the school office for overseeing the arrangements and keeping parents updated via social media.  Everyone had a wonderful time exploring the local area and activities carried on into the evenings with team building exercises and cook outs.  The children grew so much as individuals, meeting challenges and getting to know themselves better and the Outward Bound Centre and staff looked after us exceptionally well and I hope that we can use the centre again in the future.

I have recently received the news that the Junior 5 pupils who entered the group choral speaking competition at the Nuneaton Festival were placed first.  This is wonderful news to end the week and my thanks to Mrs Wildey for preparing the children for this competition.  I look forward to hearing more about the even next week.

My thanks to Mr Cottrill for hosting Celebration Assembly this morning.  I have been told that there was quite a range of external awards presented today and a wonderful performance from Lizzie, Amy, Isla Josie-Jean and Evie.  Our Stars of the Week were: Ethan, Arjan, Delilah, Rory, Harry, Jess, Charlotte, Jude, Phoebe M, Lizzie, Suzie and Lexi.  Congratulations to you all on your super work.  Next week’s assembly will be for Reception, Junior 1 and 2 and on 20 May, we will celebrate the work and achievements of Junior 5 and 6.

Next week Junior 3 will begin their swimming lessons on Monday at the Xcel Centre. On Tuesday, during the day, the whole school will be participating in a Robotics day which has been kindly funded by the PTA.  From 4.00pm, Junior 5 parents have been invited to attend my information meeting regarding secondary school choices.  Please do not worry if you are unable to attend as I will ensure all parents receive a copy of the presentation.  On Thursday, Junior 4 will travel to Princethorpe College to participate in a music workshop.  This is an annual event and one that is very much enjoyed by our pupils as they experience the music provision at Princethorpe College.  The long awaited 75th Anniversary Gala Ball will take place on Saturday 14 May and I am grateful to Mrs Jenny Vaughan, the Princethorpe Marketing Team and the Estates Team for their efforts ensuring that this event can now take place.  I look forward to attending, celebrating the history of Crackley Hall School and seeing many familiar faces next week.

Holiday Club will be operating during the half term if there is sufficient requirement from parents.  Due to the extra bank holiday, holiday club will only run for 3 days; May 30 until June 1 and bookings will be able to be made via My School Portal next week. 

As you will have noticed, there are roadworks planned on the Coventry Road, approaching school, next week.  I have been in contact with the local council and the contractors and have been assured that this will take place between the hours of 9.00am and 3.00pm.  However, there are times when parents, and staff, need to access school during the planned closure and this will be possible but there will be delays and a ‘gatesman/banksman’ will need to assist with access.  Children will be provided with safe, accompanied, access to the school field for the duration of the closure.

As mentioned last week, Miss Collins is now Mrs Brannen and I am delighted that I can now share a photograph of the wedding day which can be found later in this edition.  Miss Fisher, our brass music teacher, will be leaving us next week but staying within the Foundation and we wish her well for the future and thank her for her contributions over the past few years.  Mrs Olden is currently organising alternative provision for those children who have brass instrument lessons.

Whilst we do not have the bank holiday weekend to look forward to, it does promise to be fine weather.  I hope you all have a relaxing weekend.

God bless,

Mr Duigan