After the excitement of last week, this week felt very quiet in school but that might also have been because the year 3 children were on residential! The class spent 3 days at Pixies Holt and for most of them it was their first nights away from home. They participated in lots of activities which included; caving, archery and letter boxing on the moors. I don't suppose for one minute they slept much on the first night but I know they all looked ready for the weekend when they got out of the minibus on Friday and that includes the teachers.

Next week I'll post some more pictures but there will be many more on our website soon.

Tracey Hailey

Fabulous Strings Day

Always a busy week but Wednesday and Thursday produced the most photos. Unfortunately I didn't bring any home to share with you but I'll post some tomorrow.

On Wednesday the Tour of Britain came through Cullompton and the year 5 children went to support it. Together with staff and parents the children cycled to town and joined the crowds cheering and waving flags. Like last year this event was well supported by Devon schools and many promote cycling as part of their healthy schools agenda.

On Thursday we were thrilled to have Brian Wickland & Brother Mule an American Blue Grass Band visit the school. The day was organised by Sue Rivett our violin tutor who is a real asset to the school. The band spent the day running workshops with our children who play string instruments and entertained the whole school with their own music, encouraging them to join in with the singing. This was a fabulous and memorable experience for all of us. Thank you Sue and the band.

New Term New Year

Welcome back everyone. Had a great holiday and feel well rested although first week back felt very long and I'm pleased it's the weekend. I popped over to France at the end of August to Mr White and Miss Le Boyer's wedding which was lovely. Photos of the happy couple above

All the children had a good start to the term and our foundation children got through their first week with few tears and so did the teachers! The year 6 children were eager to meet their buddies and it is always lovely to see the growing relationship between our youngest and oldest children.

More news next week.

Tracey Hailey