Cundall Conker Competition ’18
The annual Cundall Conker Competition was another great event! Well done to everyone who participated and congratulations to the Normans who claimed the house prize. A special well done to our individual champions, Freddie, William, Sebastien and Daisy! Visit our Facebook page to see more of the event images:facebook.com/cundallmanor
Pupils to write a new chapter in the school’s green future
Pupils to write a new chapter in the school’s green future Pupils have decided to write a new chapter in the school’s future by ensuring that all plastic and metal waste office supplies are now recycled. The green-minded pupils are on a mission to turn Cundall green and ensure that all waste office plastics and metals are able to be recycled. The Zero Waste scheme is run in conjunction with TerraCycle and allows a host of items to be recycled and turned into other plastic and metal products. Form 5 pupils will take the lead on this project with the hope that no office waste makes it to landfill by the end of term. The programme allows small plastic or metal discarded office supplies such as pens, highlighters, pencil sharpeners, staplers, hole punchers, plastic folders, and file pockets amongst other things, to be recycled. Miss Bradshaw will be overseeing the Form 5 pupil’s efforts. She said: “With nearly 400 pupils using a variety of plastic and metal products daily, this one change could have a major impact.” She added: “The Zero Waste Programme is a wonderful way we can make a positive difference to our environment.” “How plastic is recycled is becoming more high profile across the world and hopefully we can do our bit and encourage every one of our pupils and their parents to think about what they do with plastic when they no longer need it.” TerraCycle are committed to ensuring no product they collect is incinerated or put to landfill. The company uses circular methods (reuse, upcycling or recycling) for repurposing the waste.
Open Morning // Sat 13 Oct // 10am – 12noon
The first of this year’s Open Mornings is just over one week away on Saturday 13 October 2018. Our Open Mornings are a great way to get an authentic feel for the school and are held three times a year, one in each term. To register your place, please use the contact us form below or call 01423 360 200. If you cannot make an Open Morning but would like to arrange a tour of the school, please feel free to get in touch with our friendly admissions team who will be happy to help. We are currently over-subscribed in several year groups for Sept’ 19 & Sept’ 20 starts. We recommend that you get in touch with the school as soon as possible to discuss availability.
Harvest Festival Celebrations
Pupils from across the school gathered today (Friday 28 September) to celebrate the Harvest Festival. Thank you to everyone who attended our Harvest Festivals and gave so generously to the Salvation Army. We had two beautiful services in Topcliffe and Cundall churches and we would like to say a special thank you to those who helped decorate the churches ahead of the services. To see many more of the photos, please visit the school’s official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CundallManor/
Pupil Leadership Team
Pupil Leadership Appointments Congratulations to our new Head Girls and Head Boys on their appointments to the coveted roles. The Thornton and Form 6 pupils will lead the newly appointed Prefects and House Captains as part of the pupil leadership team. Pupils received their badges in assembly and will carry out numerous duties throughout the school year. Well done all.
A Test of Endurance
Several lengths of the pool, a speedy ride around the grounds, and a dash towards the finishing line is all in a day’s work for Cundall Manor pupils. For over 200 pupils from the North Yorkshire school, the second annual Cundall Manor Triathlon proved a gruelling test of stamina, endurance and commitment. The pupils aged between seven and 13, took on the challenge laid down by the school’s sports department on a warm September afternoon. Head of Girl’s Games, Mrs Bessey, said many pupils had previously excelled in the individual pursuits but until last year never had the opportunity to combine the sports together. She said: “Each discipline within the Triathlon is a unique challenge. Our pupils had the chance to test themselves in each area and compete against each other in the pool, on their bikes and on foot.” She added: “Everyone certainly enjoyed the day. We are already a very active school and this was a superb opportunity for some of our younger pupils to try their hand at a new discipline, something which they did in typical Cundall fashion.” “Since our first triathlon event last year, some of our pupils have taken to competing in triathlons outside of school, which is a clear indicator of the event’s success.” The event was first inspired by Yorkshire’s own Brownlee brothers and youngsters from the sporty school embraced the daunting course in front of an appreciative crowd of parents, pupils and staff. To find out more about sport at Cundall Manor School, visit their website atwww.cundallmanorschool.comor call 01423 360 200.
GCSE pupils to get a head start on exam marathon
Year 11 pupils have benefited from a head start to their GCSE preparations following a dedicated day of study skills and revision techniques. Thornton yesterday (Tuesday 11 September) held a ‘Growth Mindset’ event which encouraged Year 11 pupils to challenge the way they prepare for their upcoming exams. Sue O’Leary-Hall, the Founder and Academic Director of regional educational specialists, Thesan Coaching and Training, led the session. Sue, who has 20 years’ experience as an outstanding teacher and senior leader, encouraged pupils to prepare for their exams as if it’s a marathon and not a sprint. Sue said: “The new exam system is placing greater pressure than ever on young people as a result of increasing academic rigour, a grading system where the top grade exceeds the previous A* standard and the abolition of coursework. It is vital for pupils to learn how to manage a complex and demanding workload, as well as looking after their own physical and emotional well-being throughout the GCSE marathon.” Pupils were also taught effective revision techniques and approaches to independent learning alongside how to manage stress and keep calm at pivotal moments. Sue, who has previously held the roles of Director of Teaching and Learning, Head of Sixth Form and Head of English in her teaching career, added: “As ever, I have been enormously impressed by the positivity and commitment to succeed demonstrated by Cundall’s Year 11 pupils. They should be able to put the strategies they have learned today into immediate effect to give them the very best chance of achieving highly next summer.” The school also invited parents to participate in a tailored session on how they can help ensure their children are as well prepared as possible to conquer the exam season challenge. Elsewhere, Thesan and Cundall Manor School have been working in partnership to help raise awareness of the importance of well-being across the school community. Dr Emma Dixon, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20 years’ experience of working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), has been on hand to help promote self-care and emotional well-being and to help pupils reflect on their self-awareness and put in place strategies to cope with stress and to help develop their resilience. From Autumn 2020, Health Education (including a special focus on mental health, well-being and resilience) will be a statutory requirement in all primary and secondary schools in England. Cundall Manor is already leading the field in this area by providing specialist training for all senior school staff at the start of term through Thesan Coaching and Training. The ‘Supporting Pupil’s Emotional Health and Well-Being’ bespoke training session draws on the latest psychological research, as well as being specifically tailored to enable staff to support individual pupils at the school.
Tatler Schools Guide 2019
We are delighted to be included within the illustrious pages of the Tatler Schools Guide 2019. The guide includes the top prep and public schools in the UK and we are proud to be included on the coveted prep schools list once again. Tatler is on sale now from your local newsagents.
GCSE Results Celebrations for Class of 2018
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 a 100% overall pass rate with 96% of students gaining the equivalent of 5 or more ‘good passes’ at GCSE. Pupils also secured an impressive third (33%) of all passes at 9-7 (A*/A) grade or equivalent – up 13.9% against the national average for 2017. 90% of exams are now graded numerically with the new 9 – 1 grading scale replacing the old A* – G in certain subjects. The final subjects will be phased into other GCSEs across England next year. The school also delivered excellent overall results in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Further Maths, French, German, P.E., Music, Art and Textiles which saw 100% of pupils achieving the equivalent of a grade C or above. Pupils are celebrating having secured places at some of the county’s leading sixth form providers. John Sample, Joint Head 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.” He 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 Sarah Sullivan who achieved the equivalent of ELEVEN 9 and 8 grades with an impressive 8 GCSEs at grade 9. Sarah, from York, will now be turning her attention to her A-Levels at St Peter’s, York, starting this September. Talking of receiving her results, Sarah said: “I am really happy with my grades.” Adding: “Cundall has been great. I’ve loved it all.” Looking at becoming an economist, Sarah will study Economics, Chemistry, Maths and French at A-level with a view to reading Economics at university after Sixth Form. Head Girl at Cundall, Niamh, also secured her place for Sixth Form at St Peter’s School in York with a wonderful set of results. Niamh said: “I was ecstatic when I opened my results.” “The teachers have been the ultimate motivators. They are so supportive and truly believe in you.” Niamh, who hopes to pursue a career in Law, will go on to study her A-levels, starting this September. It was a great day for Kit, Henry and Ben who all secured their places at Bootham School in York following a strong showing in their results. Kit, who hopes to become an entrepreneur after Sixth Form, said he was “over the moon with his results” and is looking forward to starting his A-Levels in Psychology, Philosophy and Business at Bootham. Students will return to Cundall for the start of the term on Thursday 6 September and prospective parents are welcome to visit at the next Open Morning on Saturday 13th October from 10am. For more photos from GCSE Results Day, visit our Facebook page:@CundallManor
New Reception Officially Opened
Cundall Manor School is guaranteeing pupils, parents and visitors a warm welcome this Autumn following the opening of a new dedicated Reception building. The building is the latest addition to the school grounds and was officially declared open on Tuesday (28 August 2018), following a 6-month project. The new Reception has been designed by architects George F. White and is the second addition to the school in as many years following hot on the heels of a significant investment in FOUR new classrooms to the Senior School. Sir Thomas Ingilby, Chair of Governors at the school, officially opened the building. Sir Thomas said: “First impressions are vitally important in any business and the new Visitor Reception building sends out a strong message: that Cundall Manor is a thriving, forward-thinking school that offers a warm welcome to all” Joint Head at the School, John Sample, said: “The new building will act as a one-stop shop for our community and visitors to the school. Parents have watched the building grow from the foundations over the past term and I am sure they will appreciate the difference it will make to the running of the school.” A select group of governors, staff and interested parties gathered to witness the opening of the building ahead of the start of term. The school recently celebrated another wonderful set of GCSE results and parents of Year 11 pupils had the chance to take a behind the scenes tour of the building prior to the official opening.