The Chronicle

Our Stars of the Week this week are:

To go above and beyond, that was the first lesson learnt by Junior 6 in their recent First World War history topic. Expertly led by subject specialists, Crackley's finest were given a framework of knowledge relating to the causes, conflict and resolution of the 'Great War' and then 'orders' to research and demonstrate a thorough understanding of trench warfare through the experience of those that participated.  

Our charges excelled in their solo missions to the great delight of their teachers Mrs Horan and Mrs Lammas. The level of creativity and dedication and the sheer breadth of their responses required an impromptu display for the rest of the school to see. Their invention read like a roll call of innovation and originality, as students dug their own trenches, staged archaelogical digs, made survival kits and lastly built interactive digital presentations.

It should also be forever noted that the endeavour and commitment of each student was rewarded with their own da Vinci Creativity Merit. 

This morning during Celebration Assembly we were treated to some thrilling and very special performances from our pupils; but little did we know that these would preceed the distribution of over 70 certifciates of excellence in Music and Drama across the school.

It appeared to the untrained eye that everyone in a Crackley Uniform received a certificate of achievement, such was the depth of talent. Mrs Wildey (Drama Coordinator) and Mrs Olden (Music Coordinator) detailed the pupils achievements with both instrument and voice, with no pupil awarded less than a merit.

With talent such as this to call upon, we at the Chronicle fully expect the best ever end of year production.

The Crackley school community has a long history of working for others, either as part of our school fundraising programme or on more solo endeavours prompted through experience of or understanding of others.

For this reason, it's no surprise that a trio of students and Mrs Wildey have put their talents to good use raising much needed funds for others.

Andrew Hope's (J6H) charitable work required him to 'live rough' in a cardboard shelter overnight in the grounds of St Helen's Church. Andrew told the Chronicle, "I was really pleased to raise over £100 for the St Basil's Homeless charity, it was really cold overnight getting as low as minus 3 degrees."

Soren Wasley (J4J) took to two wheels to complete a sponsored bike ride in the holidays for UNICEF, in response to the Warwick Students' seminar on Water Aid that he received in school as part of 'One World Week'. His endeavours raised an impressive £455.

Roshan Dougall (J4J) is also planning to complete a swimming challenge of 1.5km or 60-100 lengths of an average sized pool in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care and Cancer Research. We have our fingers crossed for you Roshan as he has over £600 pledged so far!

Last, but by no means least, Mrs Wildey (Drama Coordinator) is also using her bike to raise money by riding the Brewin Dolphin Ridgeway Rouleur Sportive in Oxfordshire this Saturday in aid of Melanoma Focus. Further details and the opportunity to donate are available on her Just Giving Web page.

Well done one and all. You really are shining examples of Active and Prophetic, the Crackley's Virtues from last term.

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If you’ve ever wondered what the children at Crackley Hall’s Holiday Club get up to then take a peak at the colourful photographs in the attached gallery.

This holiday the many fun activities led by our own teaching staff included creating wonderful Easter biscuits with Miss Gail. The tasty treats were most welcome and we at the Chronicle are delighted to report that enough of the beautiful biscuits made their way home to prove that the oven was switched on!

As well as cooking, our children also busied themselves with lots of other exciting activities including park visits, nature trails, treasure hunts and multi-sports.

Crackley's Holiday Club is run by teachers and teaching assistants so the children are very familiar not only with the surroundings, but also with the staff and they always enjoy the opportunity to try some different activities.

The club runs each school holiday and is open to all children attending Crackley Hall School. For further information, please contact the school on 01926 514444.

We are delighted to announce the extension of vertical lunch groups after a very positive start.

The Chronicle can report that it has been wonderful to see the different year groups from each House dining together. Friendships have been made and renewed, whilst our ever so dedicated Junior 6 children have proved very effective role models to the younger children from different year groups.   

Jupiter - 1st place: 241 points

Venus - 2nd place: 206 points

Mars - 3rd place: 181 points

Saturn - 4th place: 169 points