DOCSLIB.ORG

A67595 Barrow Hills the Chronicle 2015-16 P6

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
A67595 Barrow Hills the Chronicle 2015-16 P6 ChronicleTHE A PICTORIAL REVIEW OF A R D U M A M 2015-16 J O R A P A R A 2 From the Headmaster The Chronicle is a Barrow Hills tradition and this 2015-16 edition takes its place as the latest in a long line. As ever, it is a great record of a lively and varied school year. Above all, The Chronicle is a record of the caring and happy Within its covers are all the ingredients of a Barrow Hills Barrow Hills community, a community of children, teachers, education: the varied curriculum, enlivened by trips and support staff and parents. visits which bring classroom learning to life; the enjoyment My thanks to you all for your contribution to Barrow Hills in of sport, drama, music and art, and all the skills and personal 2015-16, recorded in these pages or not. qualities they develop; the responsibility to help others and the importance of spirituality; a vibrant competitive house All good wishes system; the value placed on residential trips; and celebrating the Sean Skehan children’s achievements. 2015-16 Headmaster’s Welcome 2 Recitals, competitions, performances, quizzes, memorable days House News 4 Activities, competitions and outstanding work, Children’s Work 10 including creative writing, Art and study Plays and performances, year group productions, dance, ballet, Performing Arts 20 LAMDA and music results, concerts and clubs Team photos, performances, competitions and achievements Sport 32 for girls and boys sporting activities Barrow Hills Community Committee, projects, fundraising, Charities 42 personal challenges and events Daytrips and residential outings, travel to lectures and Trips and Visits 48 educational locations Life in the chapel, community outreach, Remembrance, The Chaplaincy 62 Service of Readings and Carols and festivals Royal Visit 64 Nursery Opening 65 Forest School 66 Captains 68 Prize Day 69 4 House News McCormack win House music! A wonderful Friday morning was enjoyed by all at Barrow Hills Mr Sliwka (Director of Music at King Edward’s), as our guest with the culmination of the House Music Competition. Children judge, gave us some wonderful feedback and announced the had already gained plenty of points for their houses during the winners in reverse order: 3rd place went to Murtough with 216 audition process. All Houses performed a House song, three points, 2nd was Kean with 224 points and McCormack topped solos and a hymn to finish. Kean started proceedings with Dolly the table with 234 points. We would like to extend our great Parton’s ‘Nine to Five’, followed by solos by Fern (voice), Eleanor thanks to Mr Sliwka for judging, to the House Captains and (flute), and Honor (voice). Murtough gave a rousing rendition of to Mr Wardell for working so hard to make our House Music a Rachel Platten’s ‘Fight Song’, followed by solos by Alice (cello), fantastic success. Sam (piano) and Frank (ukulele). McCormack were last on with ‘The Nights’ by Avicii, followed by solos from Monty (trombone), Emily (voice) and Julien (French horn). House Quiz On a Wednesday morning in December we held our annual House Quiz. There were questions on literature, maths, geography, sport, celebrities and Barrow Hills. The competition was fierce, but Kean just came out winners for the second year in a row. Well done everyone, but particularly the brave finalists sitting at the front! Thank you to Miss Holden, Miss Bousfield, Miss Edworthy and Mrs Campbell- John for all your help. House News 5 World Book Day A spectacular effort all round but Kean triumphed on World Book Day! Children (and staff!) came to school in a fantastic array of costumes to celebrate World Book Day. You all looked wonderful and made a huge effort, well done! Winners of the Costume Competition were: Year 3: Nils (winner), Zac (runner up) Year 4: Maddie (winner), Fern (runner up) Year 5: George (winner), India (runner up) Year 6: Callum and Eddie (winners), Emily, Eleanor and Bethany (runners up) Year 7: Lily, Annabel, Lauren, Lily and Sophie (winners), Harry and Scott (runners up) Year 8: Gabriel and Eliot (winners), Maddy (runner up) Well done to Kean for triumphing as the overall House winner following a spectacular effort. McCormack took 2nd place and Murtough was 3rd. 6 House Poetry When Mrs Campbell-John asked me to co-judge the House BLUE MOON Poetry competition, I knew it was not a rhetorical question. Blue moon. Floating on the sky, moving like a luminous sapphire. Flattery mixed with the knowledge that the Headmaster was off- site for the day had to be put to one side for the greater good. Craters like spotlights are glued to the surface. The principal judge was the charming and eminently qualified Its gloomy blue light casts mist on our larger earth Tina Quinn from Rydes Hill who has judged the competition for Slowly it smokes like a dying bonfire. the last few years. Silent and still, it watches the earth face away and slip back Having gathered in the Hall and heard a brief introduction we another lucky day. listened to each of the children read their poems in turn. Mrs Hector, Year 7 Quinn and I then left the Hall for our deliberations. As our judging discussion got under way I was relieved and delighted to INSIDE THE MINIATURE WORLD OF A LIGHT BULB find that we were often in agreement about the poetry we had It glares at me so, the pleasure to read and hear. Because it knows I have uncovered its secrets, Without doubt the calibre of every poem was exemplary. The lights that glow fluorescently, Creative, thought provoking, technical, emotional, dramatic, To make enormous balls of fire, evocative were just some of the responses we shared. Which are sources of light for the light bulb. The theme this year was ‘light’ and the children replied with The stairs for the workers at the urn of lava. a spectrum of responses that involved everything from the No worker dares to touch those stairs filament of a light bulb to the concept of light symbolising life in For bandits, glowing serpents and humongous germs lurk. a warzone. The few workers who got up the stairs fell in the lava Or fell on the return. In all competitions there has to be a winner and this time it was McCormack who took the House Poetry Cup. Kean came a Under the glass dome the heat is unbearable. (very) close second and Murtough a close third. There is no fertile land Only a desert of broken glass. Both Mrs Quinn and I chose a favourite poem each and asked It burns underfoot the author to read them again. ‘Inside the world of the light bulb’ Like a fiery volcano. by Toby was my choice. What a fantastically original subject to focus on! His poem is so vivid in its descriptiveness, the imagery is Toby, Year 5 fantastic and his use of simile is inspired. Mrs Quinn chose ‘Blue Moon’ by Hector. What a mature piece of writing. Moody, great imagery again and use of simile and so evocative. Well done to everyone who took part and thank you for roping me in Mrs Campbell-John! Mr Shreeve, School Secretary and Head’s PA House News 7 prizes (one for each year group) plus Year 3: Honourable mention goes to Author Visit honourable mentions. Winners each Claudia, the runner up was Alexander, Our budding writers had the opportunity received a book personally chosen by and the winner was William. to get their work in front of a famous Elizabeth Noble. Year 4: Honourable mentions go to James author when they took part in a whole Commenting on the standard of entries, and Maddie the runner up was Laurie and school story writing competition. Best- Elizabeth Noble said, “I have been the winner was Sascha. selling novelist and writer Elizabeth incredibly impressed at the high level of Noble read the entries in the weeks Year 5: Honourable mentions go to Finlay imagination and creativity shown by all before the competition and announced and Harry, the runner up was Harry and the children at Barrow Hills School. Watch her favourites at the Prize Winners the winner was George. out… one of them could be the next Presentation. Roald Dahl or David Walliams!” Year 6: Honourable mentions go to Oliver Entries were judged on creativity, and Henrietta, the runner up was Eddie Kindy age 3: The runner up was Oliver imagination, originality and a good story and the winner was Frank. and the winner was Beatrice. with the theme ‘Around the world in Year 7: Honourable mentions go to Scott Kindy age 4: The runner up was George 80 days’. Every child was given three and Benjamin, the runner up was Thomas and the winner was Grace. hours to create an original piece of work and the winner was Annabel. and all the writing was done in school Reception: The runner up was Daisy and Year 8: Honourable mentions go to during English lessons. Children aged the winner was Jacob. Louis and Charlotte, the runner up was three drew their story in pictures and the Year 1: The runner up was Gabriel and Alexandra and the winner was Gabriel. teachers wrote the words. the winner was Elizabeth. Overall in the House Competition, Each year group presented a story and Year 2: The runner up was Ruby and the McCormack came third and Kean and entries were split into different age winner was Jack. Murtough came joint first place. groups with eleven categories and eleven 8 St George’s Day House Competition On Friday 22nd April, our children changed out of uniform and into red and white mufti for St.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Head of Maths Required Autumn Term 2021
    Head of Maths Required Autumn Term 2021 Edgeborough An Introduction to Edgeborough Edgeborough is an outstanding co-educational Preparatory School with approximately 355 pupils aged between 2 and 13. The School was founded in 1906 as a small, privately owned boarding school for boys and was registered as a charitable trust in 1966. The School became co-educational in 1992. The Pre- Prep and Nursery have been added subsequently. The School is set in 50 acres of beautiful, rolling Surrey countryside in Frensham. It is extremely well resourced both in terms of buildings and staff. Facilities include a Sports Hall, Theatre, Music, Art, DT and Dance studios, state of the art Science and ICT facilities, Swimming Pool, an outstanding Boarding House and a large Astro-turf. The pupils are polite and respectful, energetic and confident, while the teachers harness this enthusiasm with creative lessons and a friendly approach. Subject specific experts teach lessons in the Prep School while in the Pre-Prep pupils learn through exciting discoveries, entertaining topics and well structured lesson plans. The School boasts an award-winning, in-house catering team. An exemplary Boarding House offers a nurturing home away from home. The Music, Arts and Design Technology departments encourage talent to win regular prizes and the dedicated sports staff have the enthusiasm to motivate each pupil to find a love of exercise and a healthy way of living alongside earning regular regional and national success. Investment in buildings, facilities and staffing provide a first class foundation for an exceptional school. Edgeborough is non-selective. Pupils enjoy small classes and excellent teaching.
    [Show full text]
  • Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4DB
    www.andrewlodge.co.uk Brook House, Rosemary Lane Rowledge, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4DB Price Guide £600,000 Farnham 28 Downing Street, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PD 01252 717705 Individual detached family home close to the heart of the vibrant and active village of London Rowledge. Representative Office EPC Rating - D (61) 119 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1 020 7079 1400 • Entrance hall • 3 bedrooms • Cloakroom • 2 bath/shower rooms (1 • Sitting room en-suite) • Kitchen/breakfast room • Driveway • Family room/bedroom 4 • Garage • Mature garden www.andrewlodge.co.uk [email protected] Brook House, Rosemary Lane, Rowledge, Farnham, Surrey, Brook House, Rosemary Lane, Rowledge, Farnham, Surrey, LOCATION right into Ridgway Road and continue on into Shortheath Road. Continue into Echo * Rowledge village centre 250 yards, Farnham 4 miles (Waterloo from 53 minutes) Barn Lane and at the mini roundabout turn left into Manley Bridge Road. Turn right * London 40 miles into High Street and immediately right into Rosemary Lane. The property can be * A3 7 miles, Bentley station 4 miles (Waterloo from 59 minutes) found on the right hand side. (All distances and times are approximate) VIEWING SITUATION Viewing by prior appointment with Andrew Lodge Estate Agents, Farnham - * Brook House is situated close to the heart of this vibrant and active village, with an Tel: 01252 717705 Opening hours 9a.m. - 6p.m. Monday to Friday, 9a.m. - 5p.m. excellent range of shops and village green with popular tennis and cricket clubs. In Saturdays. addition, there is a choice of two public houses and a lovely old church. Direct access For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these particulars as a general guide only.
    [Show full text]
  • Page 1 of 283 State Cong Code LEA Code LEA Name Estimated FY2018
    Table 2. Estimated FY2018 Grants to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) Under Title IV-A at an Appropriations Level of $1.1 Billion Dollars in thousands Source: Table prepared by CRS, March 26, 2018, based on unpublished data provided by the U.S. Department of Education (ED), Budget Service and congressional district information available from the U.S. Census Bureau. The appropriations level was provided by the requester. Notice: These are estimated grants only. These estimates are provided solely to assist in comparisons of the relative impact of alternative formulas and funding levels in the legislative process. They are not intended to predict specific amounts LEAs will receive. In addition to other limitations, data needed to calculate final grants may not yet be available. State Cong code LEA code LEA name Estimated FY2018 grant amount AL 102 100001 Fort Rucker School District $10 AL 102 100003 Maxwell AFB School District $10 AL 104 100005 Albertville City School District $153 AL 104 100006 Marshall County School District $192 AL 106, 107 100007 Hoover City School District $86 AL 105 100008 Madison City School District $57 AL 103, 106 100011 Leeds City School District $32 AL 104 100012 Boaz City School District $41 AL 103, 106, 107 100013 Trussville City School District $20 AL 103 100030 Alexander City City School District $83 AL 102 100060 Andalusia City School District $51 AL 103 100090 Anniston City School District $122 AL 104 100100 Arab City School District $26 AL 105 100120 Athens City School District $54 AL 104 100180 Attalla
    [Show full text]
  • Early Years Practitioner Required Summer Term 2021
    Early Years Practitioner Required Summer Term 2021 Edgeborough An Introduction to Edgeborough Edgeborough is an outstanding co-educational Preparatory School with approximately 355 pupils aged between 2 and 13. The School was founded in 1906 as a small, privately owned boarding school for boys and was registered as a charitable trust in 1966. The School became co-educational in 1992. The Pre- Prep and Nursery have been added subsequently. The School is set in 50 acres of beautiful, rolling Surrey countryside in Frensham. It is extremely well resourced both in terms of buildings and staff. Facilities include a Sports Hall, Theatre, Music, Art, DT and Dance studios, state of the art Science and ICT facilities, Swimming Pool, an outstanding Boarding House and a large Astro-turf. The pupils are polite and respectful, energetic and confident, while the teachers harness this enthusiasm with creative lessons and a friendly approach. Subject specific experts teach lessons in the Prep School while in the Pre-Prep pupils learn through exciting discoveries, entertaining topics and well structured lesson plans. The School boasts an award-winning, in-house catering team. An exemplary Boarding House offers a nurturing home away from home. The Music, Arts and Design Technology departments encourage talent to win regular prizes and the dedicated sports staff have the enthusiasm to motivate each pupil to find a love of exercise and a healthy way of living alongside earning regular regional and national success. Investment in buildings, facilities and staffing provide a first class foundation for an exceptional school. Edgeborough is non-selective. Pupils enjoy small classes and excellent teaching.
    [Show full text]
  • 30 Down Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1
    30 Down Road, Guildford, Surrey 30 Down Road, Outside A garden wall and hedging neatly frames the Guildford, front to this family home with a path leading Surrey to the front entrance and storm porch. The enclosed, south-west facing rear garden offers GU1 2PY a generous and private terrace with timber pergola and space for outdoor furniture, A delightful semi-detached 4 bedroom perfect for al fresco dining. Two steps up lead family home close to the town centre. to the lawn with mature trees and shrubs on the borders. A storage shed is situated at the Guildford mainline station 2 miles (London bottom of the garden and on-street parking is Waterloor 38 minutes approx), Guildford also available. London Road Station 1.24 miles (London Waterloo 57 minutes approx), M25(J10) 7.8 Location miles, London Heathrow Airport, 20.9 miles, 30 Down Road is conveniently located just over London 30.4 miles, Gatwick Airport 35.3 miles. a mile from the historic town centre of Guildford and its two train stations, and is a prime Hall | Sitting room | Dining room | Kitchen example of the attraction of edge-of Cloakroom | Principal bedroom | 3 Further city living. Although it is very close to the High double bedrooms, one with en suite shower Street, at the end of Down Road there is access Family bathroom | Garden | EPC Rating D. straight on to Merrow Downs giving the best of both worlds. The property An extensive range of recreational and 30 Down Road is a bright, well-presented home cultural amenities are on offer in and around the with a layout well-suited to modern family town, including a wide range of local golf and living.
    [Show full text]
  • Edgeborough School, Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 3AH
    Edgeborough Application Details for the post of: Teacher of PE and Games Start Date: September 2019 (or January 2020) General Information: Edgeborough Preparatory School Edgeborough School, Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 3AH Contact: Mrs Gill Dixon, Head’s PA. Email: [email protected] Website: www.edgeborough.co.uk Tel: 01252 792495 Head: Mr Daniel J W Thornburn Pupils: 320 boys and girls (Nursery to Year 8) Edgeborough is a Charitable Trust established for Educational purposes. The Application Procedure The closing date for applications is: Midday Friday 14/06/19. Interviews will take place in the week commencing: 24/06/19 On the day of Interview candidates will be required to: Lead a 40 minute lesson Interview with the Headmaster, Director of Sport and a member of the leadership team. Tour of the school Meet other members of staff. For an application form and any further details please contact Mrs Gill Dixon (details above) or access the school website www.edgeborough.co.uk Why Teach at Edgeborough? Edgeborough is one of Surrey’s top Prep Schools and is a fantastic environment in which to work. The staff room is a warm, friendly and vibrant place with everyone pulling together in their quest to keep Edgeborough right at the forefront of Prep School education in the UK. There are approximately 320 children at Edgeborough aged 2 – 13, the huge majority of whom go on to some of the country’s leading independent Senior Schools. These include Bradfield College, Canford, Cranleigh, Charterhouse, Eton, Guildford High School, RGS Guildford, Lord Wandsworth College, Marlborough, Monkton Combe, Prior’s Field, Radley, St Catherine’s Bramley, St Swithun’s, Wellington and Winchester.
    [Show full text]
  • ® Sept/Oct 2015
    The really useful magazine for families with children aged 0-12 FREE ® ® 1990-2015 Sept/Oct 2015 Girls Jewellery Making Parties a fun & rewarding time.... Necklaces Bookmarks Handbag Charms Call 07879 622720 www.pendantmoon.com CRB Checked Hattie’s Nannies & Wedding Crèches Godalming’s Premier Clubs & Classes Nanny Agency 01483 415 406 for babies to teens www.hattiesnannies.co.uk Netmums Winner Best pre-school Schools & education activity in Surrey Now in Woking Fantastic What’s on West Byfleet Frimley Green Parties Guildford and Mytchett for children listings and much more! up to 7! Email Liz at [email protected] Covering Guildford, Woking, Camberley, Farnborough, Farnham, Haslemere, Godalming, Cranleigh and surrounding areas diddi dance may 2014.indd 1 20/05/2015 11:52:34 What’s in this issue It’s back to school or nursery for many of our children and as the new term starts, if you are thinking about extra curricular classes then have a look at our feature on pages 9-15 where we have 4-6 News and Views masses of ideas for babies to teens. 7-8 Family Life We also have our usual packed What’s on listings including October half term where there are loads of days out, children’s workshops, 9-15 Clubs & Classes theatre, holiday camps and lots more! 16-21 Schools & Education We’ll be back after half term with our Christmas issue. 22-31 What’s On 22-29 Activities and events - by date Sarah Hatch, Editor 29 Half Term holiday camps & sports courses Front Cover by Vicki Knights.
    [Show full text]
  • Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover: FTC)
    Edgeborough Application Details for the post of: Reception Teacher (maternity cover: FTC) Start Date: September 2019 General Information: Edgeborough Preparatory School Edgeborough School, Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 3AH Contact: Mrs Gill Dixon, Head’s PA. Email: [email protected] Website: www.edgeborough.co.uk Tel: 01252 792495 Head: Mr Daniel J W Thornburn Pupils: 320 boys and girls (Nursery to Year 8) Edgeborough is a Charitable Trust established for Educational purposes. The Application Procedure The closing date for applications is: Midday Friday 07/06/19. Interviews will take place in the week commencing: 17/06/19 On the day of Interview candidates will be required to: Lead a 40 minute lesson; Interview with the Headmaster and Head of EYFS; Tour of the school; and Meet other members of staff. For an application form and any further details please contact Mrs Gill Dixon (details above) or access the school website Why Teach at Edgeborough? Edgeborough is one of Surrey’s top Prep Schools and is a fantastic environment in which to work. The staff room is a warm, friendly and vibrant place with everyone pulling together in their quest to keep Edgeborough right at the forefront of Prep School education in the UK. There are approximately 320 children at Edgeborough aged 2 – 13, the huge majority of whom go on to some of the country’s leading independent Senior Schools. These include Bradfield College, Canford, Cranleigh, Charterhouse, Eton, Guildford High School, RGS Guildford, Lord Wandsworth College, Marlborough, Monkton Combe, Prior’s Field, Radley, St Catherine’s Bramley, St Swithun’s, Wellington and Winchester.
    [Show full text]
  • Farnham, Surrey, GU10 3AF
    www.andrewlodge.co.uk Sunny Dell, Frensham Road Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 3AF Price Guide £660,000 Farnham 28 Downing Street, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PD A most attractive detached Victorian single 01252 717705 storey property set on a fine plot in the popular Frensham area of South Farnham, convenient London to local shops, well regarded schools and Representative Office attractive National Trust land including 119 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1 Frensham Ponds. EPC rating E (53) 020 7079 1400 • Master bedroom • Pine internal doors • En-suite shower room • Inset ceiling lights • 2 further bedrooms • Gas central heating • Well appointed family • Double glazed windows bathroom • Delightful south facing part • Sitting room walled rear gardens and • Dining hall summer house • Fitted farmhouse style • Additional courtyard kitchen/breakfast room garden area • Inner hall • Detached garage • Large gated gravelled www.andrewlodge.co.uk driveway [email protected] Sunny Dell, Frensham Road, Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, Sunny Dell, Frensham Road, Frensham, Farnham, Surrey, LOCATION * Farnham town centre 2 miles (Waterloo from 53 minutes) GENERAL * Guildford 12 miles (Waterloo from 38 minutes) * Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas heating to radiators. (Boiler regularly serviced) * A31/A3 2miles, London 40 miles * Local Authority - Waverley B.C., The Burys, Godalming GU7 1HR 01483 523333 (All distances and times are approximate) * Council Tax - Band F with an annual charge for the year ending 31.03.16 of £2390.66 * Miscellaneous - Double glazing throughout. Pine internal doors, inset ceiling lights throughout. SITUATION * Tenure - Freehold. * Sunny Dell is superbly located to the south of Farnham near the sought after village of Lower Bourne, offering a store/post office, chemist, newsagent, Doctors surgery, Veterinary clinic, the Bourne Green and the renowned DIRECTIONS Bourne School.
    [Show full text]
  • Job 128453 Type
    FANTASTIC MODERN GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT 1 Albury Place 80 Epsom Road, Guildford GU1 2BX Leasehold Two double bedroom apartment ◆ En suite to master bedroom ◆ Open plan kitchen/reception room ◆ Off street allocated parking ◆ Private terrace ◆ EPC rating = B Situation The town centre offers a comprehensive range of shopping, cultural and leisure amenities in addition to the main line station with its fast and frequent service into London with journey times from around 35 minutes. London Road station offers a regular service to London and neighbouring towns. The main A3 provides a direct route to London and the south coast, linking at Wisley with the M25 for the airports and the national motorway network. Other main roads connect Guildford with major towns in Surrey, Hampshire and Sussex. Apart from Lanesborough School (on the corner) there is a very good selection of fee and non fee paying schools in the area including, Holy Trinity, The Royal Grammar School, St Catherine’s, Guildford High School, Tormead, George Abbott and many others. Description Set within beautifully landscaped gardens, Flat 1 Albury Place offers buyers ground floor open plan living at its finest, a designer kitchen with stone worktops and integrated appliances set the tone an impeccably designed living area ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying everyday living, opening out into a private rear garden via French doors. This wonderful apartment has two bright double bedrooms with the master benefitting from an en suite shower room, as well as a family bathroom. With off street parking and an electric car charging point, this apartment offers everything you could ask for of an apartment in central Guildford.
    [Show full text]
  • English and RS Teacher
    English and RS Teacher Edgeborough An Introduction to Edgeborough Edgeborough is an outstanding co-educational Preparatory School with approximately 360 pupils aged between 2 and 13. The School was founded in 1906 as a small, privately owned boarding school for boys and was registered as a charitable trust in 1966. The School became co-educational in 1992. The Pre-Prep and Nursery have been added subsequently. The School is set in 50 acres of beautiful, rolling Surrey countryside in Frensham. It is extremely well resourced, both in terms of buildings and staff. Facilities include a Sports Hall, Theatre, Music, Art, DT and Dance studios, state of the art Science and ICT facilities, Swimming Pool, an outstanding Boarding House and a large Astro- turf. The pupils are polite and respectful, energetic and confident, while the teachers harness this enthusiasm with creative lessons and a friendly approach. Subject specific experts teach lessons in the Prep School while in the Pre-Prep pupils learn through exciting discoveries, entertaining topics and well structured lesson plans. The School boasts an award-winning, in-house catering team. An exemplary Boarding House offers a nurturing home away from home. The Music, Arts and Design Technology departments encourage talent to win regular prizes and the dedicated sports staff have the enthusiasm to motivate each pupil to find a love of exercise and a healthy way of living alongside earning regular regional and national success. Investment in buildings, facilities and staffing provide a first class foundation for an exceptional school. Edgeborough is non-selective. Pupils enjoy small classes and excellent teaching.
    [Show full text]
  • Page 47 ITEM 9
    ITEM 9 SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL LOCAL COMMITTEE (GUILDFORD). DATE: TUESDAY 13 DECEMBER 2016 LEAD KEVIN MCKEE, PARKING SERVICES MANAGER, GUILDFORD OFFICER: BOROUGH COUNCIL SUBJECT: GUILDFORD ON-STREET PARKING REVIEW – CHANGES TO REVIEW PROCESS AND SCOPING REPORT DIVISION(S): ALL SUMMARY OF ISSUE: This report presents recommendations for changing the way in which parking reviews are conducted and proposes the scope of the next review. RECOMMENDATIONS: The Local Committee (Guildford) is asked to agree: (i) that reviews are combined and deal with issues both in the CPZ and non-CPZs areas, (ii) that reviews are limited in scope to deal with around 50 items / locations, and prioritisation is given to safety issues, (iii) that permit schemes or changes to them are considered if residents can demonstrate a groundswell of opinion clearly in support of such amendments, (iv) that disabled bay, vehicle crossover and less controversial issues are fast-tracked, and formally advertised as early in the review process as possible, (v) to formally advertise Surrey County Council’s intention to make an order to give effect to the proposals for Annandale Road, Duncan Drive, the Millmead Terrace area, The Oval and Vicarage Gate, shown in ANNEXE 5. If any representations are received they be reported to a future meeting of the Committee for consideration, or if no representations are received, the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) will be made. (vi) to develop and formally advertise Surrey County Council’s intention to make an order to give effect to the proposals for, Alresford Road, Maori Road, St Omer Road, Sycamore Road, Upperton Road, Warren Road and Woodbridge Road, listed in Paragraph 2.15, If any representations are received they be reported to a future meeting of the Committee for consideration, or if no representations are received, the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) will be made.
    [Show full text]