I feel like this blog should begin with “That was the year
that was” because I cannot believe a whole year has passed as I can remember so
clearly the end of last year. Conversely though, it seems a lifetime since our
Ofsted inspection which was back in September because so much has happened
since then.
I am glad that it has been sunny this week because it always
makes the last week of term a more enjoyable experience. The week got off to an
excellent start as we had a steel band workshop in school which the children
loved and gave a real holiday feel to the school. We then had the ‘Apprentice ‘
afternoon on Tuesday which was organised by Year 6 and it was excellent. The
children had really put a lot of thought and effort into their stalls this year
and there was everything on offer from wand pens to bath bombs so there was
something to please everybody. On Wednesday it was the rounders match where the
teachers take on the Year 6 and your positive thoughts must have worked because
we actually beat them this year. The teachers treat it all as a bit of fun but
judging by the Year 6’s reaction they take it a bit more seriously because they
were not happy after their defeat. They redeemed themselves yesterday with
their excellent performance of a ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ which they performed for their families
and friends. This was followed by a lovely party which was enjoyed by all who
attended. The ‘Leavers’ Assembly’ was a
bit more formal this morning but still a lovely occasion as it gave us a chance
to give the Year 6 a proper goodbye. All that is left for us to do is give them
their ‘farewell parade’ and then they will truly have left us. I still cannot
believe they are ready to leave as I can remember them as tiny infants - it certainly makes me feel old and wonder
where the years have gone.
I would like to thank you for all your support in what has
been a very successful year for the school – we could not achieve what we do
without you. I hope you all have a
brilliant holiday and I look forward to seeing you all again on Tuesday, 2nd September.