Last weekend was extremely busy as Stephen and I travelled to Hertfordshire. We stayed with his mum .On Saturday we went to see The Levellers at Bedford Corn Exchange which was brilliant. We have seen them countless times and will again no doubt.

On Sunday we went for a long walk around the Knebworth area. Photo is of Knebworth House now more famous worldwide for its rock concerts . It was also the home of Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer Lytton - author of the words "The pen is mightier than the sword".When I worked in Hertfordshire I used to take children on visits frequently but I've never been to a concert there.

On Monday we travelled into London for a meal and to see Les Miserables. Wow it was amazing. If you are planning a visit to London you should put it on your 'must do' list.

Back home now contemplating sowing some seeds and perhaps painting the kitchen walls. The latter I've been planning to do since Christmas but still haven't taken the lid off the tin yet. The sun is coming out as I write this. Its great to see some blue sky at last.Perhaps I'll potter around in the garden instead. Instead of painting that is!

Thank you for all the cards and lovely presents and for making my birthday really special. The basket of flowers was presented to me in Assembly before I disappeared for the rest of the week to attend Headteacher and Learning Community meetings.

The Valentine 's disco was well attended and very much enjoyed by the children. Well done to all the KSA members and staff that made the event such a success. After the disco I was treated to a surprise meal at the Keepers Cottage by some staff and governors. It was an excellent evening all round.

Next week there are lots of trips out. Year 4 are going to visit Sandy Park, Year 5 and 6 will be spending a day in Exeter visiting the cathedral and underground passages as part of their topic work this term. A squad of KS2 children will be representing the school at the Culm Valley Learning Community Swimming Gala at Tiverton. I look forward to going to this and expect I will see some of you there.

Friday is a non-uniform day raising money for the Eco Council. The theme is Eco Warrior so use your imagination!

Have a good week.

My girls enjoying the garden........

and 1 for the pot!
(not really)

On Saturday children and staff braved the weather around Withypool building up for the Exmoor Challenge at the end of April. Meanwhile I was chicken and stayed at home.

Next week starts with a visit from the schools' library service. Nicola (librarian) will be visiting most classes enthusing the children with her passion for books and leaving us lots of new titles for specific year groups.

The year 6 will be visiting Uffculme to do maths with Laurence Eve building on the work he has done with them at Kentisbeare.

The year 5 children have been working with dancer Mandi from Daisy and I'm looking forward to going to the Barnfield Theatre to see them perform along with other talented Devon children and young adults. Look out for the date in future newsletters.

Tuesday is Internet Safety Day and we intend to raise awareness in assemblies and class activities.

I'll be away from school the rest of the week with other headteachers in the Culm Valley attending briefings on future funding, organisation of the local authority and the possible impact on schools.

Have a good week.