Powerful Drama Wows Audience
A drama performance about cyber-bullying helped Year 11 pupils from Cundall Manor get the message out about the dangers posed to vulnerable teenagers on the web. FIVE drama pupils preformed the powerful and thought provoking play ‘Chatroom’ by Enda Walsh as part of their GCSE exams in front of a large audience of friends, family and staff from the school. Drama teacher, Elizabeth Vile said: “The piece explored the theme of cyber-bullying and the dangers it presents to vulnerable teenagers across a range of situations and backgrounds.” “The actors were highly focused throughout the piece and audience members were really struck with the students’ commitment and acting ability.” Elizabeth added: “The cast should feel incredibly proud of themselves and of the performance as a whole.” To find out more about drama at Cundall Manor School, visit our website onwww.cundallmanorschool.com
Flying the Flag at the Riverside
Lucky pupils from Cundall Manor School had the honour of taking part in the Flag Parade at Middlesbrough FC’s Riverside Stadium on Saturday. The youngsters took part in the match day procession ahead of the important home game against Ipswich Town FC. SandrineCooke coordinated the event for the school. She said: “The pupils had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the day.” “We would like to say a huge thanks to Middlesbrough FC for all their help and hospitality.” The lucky pupils even met with Boro left-back, George Friend. The result left Middlesbrough FC joint top of the championship following a tense 0-0 draw.
Flashmob Lights up Monday Morning
A flashmob sparked up inspiration for Cundall Manor School pupils ahead of a writing challenge. Teachers from Forms 1 – 4 broke out in an impromptu dance involving bikes, chessboards, juggling and lacrosse sticks outside the main school building much to the enjoyment of their pupils. Head of Forms 1-4, Stuart Bayne said: “we wanted to do something a little bit different that hopefully the children would remember and be inspired to write about. The fun element played a huge part in making this memorable for them.” Pupils will be expected to write a piece on the flashmob for their English writing challenge later this week.
Cundall Ball Tickets on Sale
The Cundall Ball Committee are delighted to announce that tickets for the Cundall Ball 2016 are now available to order. This is without doubt the highlight of the Cundall social calendar and is definitely not to be missed. Clickhereto access booking forms for tables and individual tickets, as well as the opportunity toorder winefor your table. Just print off the booking forms and hand them into the school office along with a cheque to cover the tickets you have ordered along with any wine requirements. Alternatively, we are now able to accept payment via bank transfer, please contact Kate Blythman via email for more information The Cundall Summer Ball is a magnificent event and a fantastic party bringing together the whole of the Cundall community; Parents, Teachers and Governors in celebration of another amazing year and all that is ‘Cundall’. It is the Cundall community as a whole that creates a very special, nurturing environment in which all of our children grow, learn and thrive and as Parents we have a vital role play within that community.
Axe-traordinary Fun for Cundall Pupils
It’s not every day that you have axe-tra curricular activities as unique as axe throwing but that is the latest offering from Cundall Manor School. Pupils are being taught in their enrichment sessions just what it takes to become an axe-pert axe thrower. The lucky few selected are learning the age old skill as part of a wider enrichment programme. Head of Department for Form 1-4, Stuart Bayne, is leading the sessions. Stuart said: “This is just one of a huge number of engaging and enjoyable enrichment activities on offer at Cundall. We know how important it is to give our pupils a wide curriculum and this is something fun that they can enjoy.” An experienced Scout leader, and a member of the UK Knife, Axe and Tomohawk Association (KATTA), who counts axe throwing, balloon artistry and jewellery making amongst his hobbies, Stuart is looking at passing on some of the skills he enjoys down to the children. He adds: “Axe throwing is something that has really interested our pupils who have signed up. They go home knowing that this is something that they probably wouldn’t get anywhere else.” The session is taken in a controlled and safe environment allowing students the chance to get to grips with the fun in a safe way.
It’s a Pitch Perfect Result for Cundall Musicians
It is a resounding success for young Cundall Manor musicians who have received fantastic feedback on their Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) examinations. The musicians secured a 100% pass rate across a variety of specialisms and grades. The ABRSM results mark the culmination of many months’ work for the school’s pupils. Wendy Ford, Director of Music at Cundall Manor School, said: “It is fabulous to see such a variety of instruments being played to such a high standard. “I would like to say many congratulations to our musicians who were all successful in their Music exams at the end of last term. Once again, we had 100% pass rate and some excellent results. A special mention should go to our two Double Bass players as this is exceptionally rare!” The twelve pupils gathered in the school’s music studio to receive their certificates. Most of the pupils at Cundall Manor School take extra music lessons in either an instrument or singing and the ABRSM is a chance to gain recognition for all their hard work. Many of the school’s pupils will next be performing at the prestigious Stowe School. Wendy added: “Most of our choristers will be performing at Stowe School singing Choral Evensong with the Stowe Chapel Choir.” Well done to: Jaya Duree – Grade 1 Singing India Duree – Grade 1 Singing Colette Throup – Grade 1 Double Bass (with merit) Charles Black – Grade 2 Trombone Poppy Price – Grade 2 Singing (with merit) Sasha Reed – Grade 2 Singing Naomi Cooke – Grade 2 Double Bass Katy Baxter – Grade 3 Singing Hattie Attwood – Grade 3 Singing (with distinction) Archie Powell – Grade 3 Cornet (with merit) Alannah Creed – Grade 5 Singing Sarah Sullivan – Grade 5 Theory
National Finals await Cundall Swim Squad
Our swim squad are off to the national finals after competing at the regional ESSA (English Schools Swimming Association) primary school’s Swimming Championship at The John Smiths Stadium, Huddersfield. The Medley team finished 3rdand qualify for national finals at Ponds Forge in Sheffield on the 18th June. Head of Girls’ Games, Mrs Bessey said: “I would like to say a huge thank you to Mrs Pollock and all the work she has done over the past two terms.” “We wish them all the luck in the world and we know they will represent Cundall well and do themselves proud.” Our successful team is made up of Minnie Pollock, Oscar Fenby, Pippa Bentley, Otto Cockcroft & Issie Farris Wilson. Well done team.
Rocket Science Plants Seeds for Tomorrow’s Astronauts.
It’s rocket science but not as we know it as pupils from Cundall Manor School take part in the RHS Rocket Seed experiment championed by astronaut Tim Peake. The experiment will be part of a national campaign by the RHS to encourage school children to get in to gardening. Lucky pupils from Form 1 will be testing the effects of space flight on a batch of seeds and monitoring their growth against a control batch. Form 1 teacher, Adelle Rogerson, is helping co-ordinate the experiment at Cundall Manor. She said: “It’s a great opportunity for our pupils to get out into the greenhouse and take part in something fun.” “Tim Peake’s involvement has excited the children, not many people can say they have been involved in a space experiment.” The experiment will last for six weeks and is designed as part of wider research, to weigh up whether it is possible to grow our own food on other planets, millions of miles away from Earth. As part of the experiment the school will be updating their social media streams with how the rocket science is progressing. To keep up-to-date and to find out more about Cundall Manor School, visit cundallmanorschool.com or follow the school’s Twitter page @CundallManor
Cracking Display in Easter Egg Competition
Pupils at Cundall Manor School have been displaying their egg-citing art skills as they competed for the top prize in an Easter egg-stravaganza. Youngsters from Pre-prep and main school showed off their creative works to a team of judges with some stunning displays which included Head of Pre-prep, Kathryn Creed said: “The entries amaze us! They are ingenious in their humour and creativity.” Mrs Creed added: “Thank you so much to children and parents for making us smile so much.” There were two categories for the competition. There was a tie for first place in the Pre-Prep category with Jack and Emily claiming joint top prize for their creative ‘egg-ploits’. Runners up prizes belonged to Henry with his space themed creation and George who made a colourful dragon. In the other category, top prize was claimed by Harry and Katy for the Angry Birds inspired entry while Cecily Ruddy finished runner up. Paul Swalwell, Marketing Manager for Cundall Manor School, helped judge the competition. He said: “It was very ‘egg-citing’ to see how much the children enjoyed the competition. They should all be very proud of themselves.” The winner was announced in assembly on Friday 18 March by Head Teachers, Mrs Kirby and Mr Sample. From Cundall Manor School, we wish you all a very happy Easter.
Festival Win for Cundall Performers
Pupils from Cundall Manor School secured a series of victories at the recent Harrogate Competitive Festival of Music, Speech and Drama. Eleven Cundall Manor pupils took to the stage to compete in front of a prestigious panel of adjudicators at Harrogate Ladies’ College. A number of the schools’ performers secured wins in their class, including several podium finishes. Three Cundall performers secured the Judi Dench Trophy (pictured below) for their acting skills. Cecily Ruddy. Flossie Attwood and Hattie Attwood topped the category for best acted scene. The adjudicating panel also awarded third place for Alannah Creed and Tilly Hall’s duet in the Year 9 and under duet class, third place for Sasha Reed in Solo Singing Year 5, second place to Hattie Attwood in Solo Year 5 and Year 5 Musical Theatre and first place for Flossie Attwood in 2 classes: Solo Year 6 girls and Musical Theatre Year 6 Boys and Girls with two trophies as well. Singing Teacher, Paula Berger, accompanied the students. She said: “Our pupils did very well indeed. They performed very well and most of our students are very young and they overcame their nerves to put on a fantastic performance.” She added: “The Attwood sisters, Flossie and Hattie, both won trophies and gave exceptional performances.” Director of Music at Cundall Manor School, Wendy Ford, said: “We have a strong tradition of singing from an early age.” Pupils will next get to perform at the prestigious Stowe School. “Most of our choristers will be performing at Stowe School singing choral evening song with the Stowe Chapel Choir.” Mrs Ford added: “It is a valuable experience for our pupils to get to perform in such wonderful environments and in such illustrious competitions.” To find out more about Cundall Manor School and its performing arts education and scholarships, visitwww.cundallmanorschool.com