Cash for Kids Launch
A huge thank you to our friends from the wonderful TFM Cash For Kids Mission Christmas Campaign who came into school to launch this year’s Christmas Appeal. Last year was a huge success and we hope that we can surpass the fantastic effort made by our generous community last Christmas. Each form will be allocated a box to decorate and fill with donations of toys (new, unwrapped, any age group, any size and value) and a prize will be given to the form who delivers the best box. Bobbie Chapman said: “Every year we receive an astonishing amount of applications for gifts and this year we are hoping to help 48,000 local children across the North East.” “The support we receive every year is overwhelming and we couldn’t complete our mission without schools like Cundall Manor helping. For the last three years, the students and teachers have supported Cash for Kids by generously donating gifts. These gifts will go to local children and young adults who aren’t as fortunate. Not only does this make the children we help believe in the magic of Christmas, it also lets them know that someone cares.” Adding: “Thank you for supporting Cash for Kids Mission Christmas again, we couldn’t do it without you.”
Restart a Heart Day 2019
Pupils are today learning the importance of CPR as part of a worldwide initiative. Cundall Manor School joined hundreds of schools from across the country to take part in ‘Restart a Heart Day’ – a programme which provides pupils with life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Pupils as young as NINE joined in the training which aims to teach members of the public how to help restart the heart of someone who has suffered a cardiac arrest. Instructors from The Yorkshire Ambulance Service taught over 250 children at the school how to perform CPR using an interactive DVD and practical instruction on inflatable manikins. School nurse, Vicky Lee, organised the event for the school. She said: “Events like this help raise awareness and equip our pupils with a real-life skill that could prevent someone dying.” Adding: “We are really proud to be taking part in the sixth annual Restart A Heart Campaign and second annual World Restart A Heart Campaign today.” “A huge thank you to the volunteer instructors, predominantly Yorkshire Ambulance Service staff, who deliver this invaluable training free of charge on their day off. It is an amazing opportunity to be able to train 258 pupils from Year 5 onwards with life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training” Across Europe around 350,000 people a year suffer a cardiac arrest outside of a medical environment, often in the home. Bystander CPR by non-medical persons increases survival by two to three times, however, today it is delivered in only one in five out-of-hospital Cardiac Arrest cases. Estimates suggest that by increasing this rate we may save 100,000 lives in Europe per year. CPR consists of 4 key steps: Call for help Check for signs of life Perform mouth-to-mouth Perform chest compressions To find out more about Restart a Heart Day visit the Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust dedicated website onhttps://www.restartaheart.yas.nhs.uk/The Resuscitation Council (UK) have also produced an app to help people on the go learn CPR. You can download it from your app store.
Harvest Festivals
The Pre-Prep and Whole School Harvest Festivals were fabulous occasions. The services celebrated the fantastic work that our local farming community do to provide our families with the food that graces our tables. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the hampers that have been donated to The Salvation Army. They are really grateful for your generosity and especially as they are very low with supplies at this time of year leading up to Christmas. Well done to all our readers who contributed beautifully to the services.
Workshop Helps Promote Self-Esteem
Pupils in Leckby are looking at how to build their resilience and boost their self-esteem ahead of the build-up to GCSE examinations. Year 9 pupils welcomed Thesan Coaching and Training to the school this week to deliver a day-long masterclass in building their self-esteem. The event coincides with the build-up to World Mental Health Day on Thursday 10 October. The series of workshops focused on building pupils’ confidence in dealing with life’s challenges and encouraging them to reflect on their strengths, both as an individual and in a team. Thesan’s Sue O’Leary-Hall led the sessions. During one of the workshops, pupils had to complete a task and overcome adversity along the way. She said: “During a workshop called ‘The Rice Game’, pupils had to work under pressure and respond to a number of scenarios from suffering significant building issues to having to pay for medical treatment!” Sue added: “Afterwards, they reflected on the relationship between their thoughts, feelings and behaviours: The pupils realised that each of us has the capacity to choose how we respond in difficult circumstances and that we are each responsible for our own behaviours.” The pupils also explored a variety of friendship scenarios, considering how they might respond to peer pressure both in school and in their social lives. The event also was complemented by an accompanying Parent Seminar which provided an opportunity for the Thesan team to share research with parents on how to develop children’s self-esteem and enabling children to rehearse potential responses for new social situations. Cundall Manor School’s Wellbeing Support Teacher, Mrs Diane Riddell, said: “It’s been wonderful to see our pupils engaging in activities that raise awareness of personal strengths alongside their mental and emotional resilience. Thesan’s tasks today have been practical and fun as well as challenging and thought-provoking. It is a great start to the week and is a superb starting point for World Mental Health Day.”
Open Morning // Saturday 12 October
Want to know more about what Cundall Manor School is all about? Visit our Michaelmas Term Open Morning on Saturday 12th October from 10am to get the full Cundall experience. On the day you will receive a tour from one of our pupils, meet teachers and parents, experience some of the exceptional teaching and support and take in the unique rural setting. Did you know? Cundall Manor School is for Boys and Girls aged 2 to 16 years. We offer extraordinary pastoral care; with an emphasis on learning through experience where children are happy, enjoy their schooling and grow in confidence and ability. We can offer weekly and flexi boarding from 7 to 16 years There are generous sibling discounts – 5% second child, 20% third child, 35% subsequent children. Armed Forces benefit also available. We have outstanding GCSE results with great added value Excellent pupil destinations to leading public schools, sixth forms and universities. We are currently over-subscribed in several year groups for Sept’ 20 starts and have limited places available in other year groups. Pre-registration recommended.https://www.cundallmanorschool.com/request-a-prospectus/ Call 01423 360 200 or email admissions@cundallmanor.org.uk
GCSE Results Day 2019
Cundall Manor School pupils, parents and staff are celebrating today following a fantastic set of GCSE results. The school recorded another wonderful set of GCSE results including 91% of students gaining the equivalent of 5 or more ‘good passes’ at GCSE. Pupils from the school also secured an impressive 27% of all passes at 9-7 (A*/A) grade or equivalent, significantly higher than the national average of 20.8% The school also secured excellent overall results in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Music, History and RS which saw 100% of pupils achieving the equivalent of a grade 4 or above. Pupils are celebrating having secured places at some of the county’s leading sixth form providers. Amanda Kirby, Headmistress at Cundall Manor School, said: “I would like to pass on my congratulations to our Year 11 students for their wonderful achievements. Every year we see how hard our pupils have worked and their commitment to achieving their very best.” “All our pupils should be very proud of their results and should know that their preparation for life after school has been of the highest standard.” She added: “This is a great set of GCSE results for our pupils and the school, despite the new tougher exams. Our pupils can now leave us very well equipped for their future destinations as well-rounded individuals with an enviable set of exam results to take them forward. All of us at Cundall wish them the very best of luck with their studies.” Among the school pupils celebrating their results was twins, Phoebe and Archie Frank. Phoebe, who is the Head Girl at Cundall Manor, achieved the equivalent of 11 GCSEs at grades 9-7. Phoebe, from Yarm, will now be turning her attention to her A-Levels at St Peter’s, York, starting this September. Talking of receiving her results, Phoebe said: “I was really excited about opening the envelope. After a long summer of waiting, it has all been worth it!” Adding: “All the Cundall staff have been great. I can’t thank them enough for all the help and support they gave us! They are fab.” Looking at becoming a Corporate Solicitor, Phoebe will study English Literature and History at A-level French and an EPQ with a view to going to university after Sixth Form. Brother, Archie also performed well and is looking to continue his education at Durham, after which he hopes to pursue a career in Engineering. He said: “I was rather nervous when I opened my results but I am delighted with how they turned out.” Another pupil celebrating his GCSEs was Ben Throup. Young farmer, Ben, will start at Pocklington in September after which he aims to continue his studies in Agriculture at Newcastle University. Students will return to Cundall for the start of the term on Thursday 5 September and prospective parents are welcome to visit at the next Open Morning on Saturday 12th October from 10am.
Cundall pupils win Minster FM Battle of the Bands
A huge well done to our very own budding rock’n’roll stars, Bangers and Thrash, who claimed the right to support Rak-Su on August 31 at Party in the Park, Flamingo Land. The youngsters won a huge 27% of the vote in the Minster FM Battle of the Bands and will be joined at Party in the Park by 56 of their closest friends who will get free entry to Flamingo Land to watch them play. A huge thank you to everyone who supported Bangers and Thrash and we can’t wait to hear them perform on the big stage! To find out more about the competition, visit Minster FM’s website: https://www.minsterfm.com/win/battle-of-the-bands.php
Speech Day
A renowned record producer recently set about inspiring the next generation with his rousing story of opportunity and overcoming adversity. Robin Millar CBE was the special Guest Speaker at Cundall Manor School’s annual prize-giving ceremony. Robin, who has produced 44 No.1 hits and over £400 million of sales worldwide, spoke eloquently of the need for everyone to seize the opportunity in front of them while detailing his journey through the music industry. Robin also talked about his progressive blindness and how that affected him from an early age. Robin has a condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa and was registered blind at age 16 with no sight since 1985. He initially trained in law before his love of music provided him with a rewarding career in the business. During his speech, Robin encouraged pupils to overcome any adversity life throws at them and become more resilient while also giving back to their community. Charity plays a big part in Robin’s life and he spoke movingly about the value of standing up for causes you believe in and doing the right thing. Robin has Chaired fundraising Committees for the British Lung Foundation, Artists Against Apartheid, Oxfam and UNHCR and has raised £30m through a series of campaigns and events. He is a former Patron and Creative Chair of Unite for UNICEF, and Patron of the UNHCR ‘Voices for Darfur’ Appeal. He is a long-time trustee of the Vietnamese Boat Peoples’ Appeal. Robin, who is Executive Chairman of Blue Raincoat Chrysalis Group, one of the UK’s best known independent music companies, representing the music of 200 artists, including Tina Turner, Blondie and Ultravox, was made a CBE in 2010. Headmistress Amanda Kirby thanked Robin for his wonderful speech. She said: “It was wonderful to give Robin a warm Cundall welcome. Robin’s CV speaks for itself, but his enthusiasm and message of opportunity and resilience are fantastic messages for all our pupils to hear.” Chair of Governors, Sir Thomas Ingilby also spoke alongside Head Boys, Freddie and Caspar and Head Girls, Phoebe and Violet. A full awards presentation followed celebrating another wonderful year in the school’s 60- year history. More photos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CundallManor/
The Diamond Cundall Ball Auction
The Diamond Cundall Ball Auction We are delighted to launch our Diamond Cundall Ball Online Auction. These items are exclusive to the Diamond Cundall Ball. Please view our amazing array of gifts, experiences and luxury item for you to enjoy. Online Auction – You can bid NOW Simply register your details by clicking here (for users of the school shop your registration details will be the same) Return to this page and go to the Diamond Cundall Ball Online Auction Homepage ** Get Bidding and watch your emails, if you are outbid you will get an email to let you know. Auction closes on Sunday 23rd June 2019 at 7.00pm (GMT) **You can browse items without registering but if you want to place a bid you must be registered Silent and Live Auction – Saturday 22nd June at the Cundall Diamond Ball To view our Preview Catalogue for our silent and live auction prizes please click here: https://www.cundallmanorschool.com/the-diamond-cundall-ball-auction-preview-catalogue/ If you would like to place a bid for one of our items prior to the ball, or place a proxy bid (Proxy bidding means that you advise the auctions team as to your maximum bid, and the auctioneer will bid on your behalf up to your maximum) please email paulswalwell@cundallmanor.org.uk. A sincere thank you to everyone who has generously donated to this fabulous occasion.
Robin Millar announced as special guest speaker for Speech Day
We are delighted to announce Robin Millar CBE as our special guest speaker at this year’s Speech Day. Robin is an internationally renowned British music producer and businessman and has gained 150 gold /platinum discs including 44 No.1 hits, representing over £400 million of sales worldwide. We can’t wait to welcome Robin to Cundall Manor to hear his inspirational story this Saturday. Please visit his website to find out more about Robin’s story and some of the amazing work he has participated in during his career. https://www.robinmillar.org.uk/