Headmaster's Welcome
Dear Parents
This week, the sight of our nursery pupils enjoying the emergence of bulbs, signifying the arrival of longer days and warmer weather, was lovely to see. Despite the winds, the temperature rose, bringing a glimmer of hope for the coming season. I must admit to being a little concerned about facing so many days of high winds.
On Wednesday, Crackley's fleet-footed cross-country runners participated in the ISA Midlands qualifier at Bedstone College, facing fierce competition from around 150-180 runners in each age group and category. Despite the tough course, which involved plenty of mud and stream crossings, varied terrain, molehills, potholes and tree debris, the children showed real grit and determination. Six pupils finished in the top 20 of their race, and Junior 4 pupil, Isabel, came third, earning herself a Bronze medal and a place at the ISA Nationals. Junior 5's Leo finished 13th overall, becoming the best-placed boy in the Year 5/6 race. It was an inspiring performance by the children who had their first exposure to cross-country running. Part of the true spirit of sport and what we try to instil in our pupils and children was the grit and determination shown by Harriet (J5) who ran so well to ensure that she completed her race. Mrs Vaughan was impressed by the children's exceptionally well-behaved conduct, being a real credit to the school, and by their courage and enthusiasm. They ran with passion, reflecting the true spirit of sport. Congratulations to all the runners for their remarkable achievement and thank you to the staff and parents who supported the team.
We enjoyed some good fixtures against Priorsfield, Bablake and The Croft this week. Well done to all the pupils, especially the Junior 3’s who played their first-ever netball match.
Let's come together to celebrate this year's Number Day with an eco-theme. We focus on exploring how mathematics is used in the real world to help create a sustainable future. Wear something green (even better if it has numbers on it) on Friday, 2nd February, and show your support towards Number Day and the NSPCC. We will be asking everyone to please contribute £2 to the NSPCC.
Please refer to the notice in The Chronicle concerning the measles outbreak in the Midlands.
Time passes quickly, and before we realise it, the February Half-Term Holiday Club will be upon us! We're delighted to announce that the club will be taking place from Monday, February 12th to Friday, February 16th, 2024. For more information about the program, please consult the Chronicle.
Congratulations to our Stars of the Week who received their certificates at assembly: Nursery - Evelyn and Tamara; Rec – Joel and James; J1 – Eli and Sanniv; J2 – Amaya and Saffie; J3 – Charley and Michael; J4 – Tristan and Rory; J5 – Henry and Jessie; J6 – Darcey and Isla.
Well done to all the recipients of rewards today and to Ain (J5) for his fantastic dance performance.
I wish everyone a restful and happy weekend with friends and family.
God bless
Rob Duigan
