A huge thank you to everybody who supported our stallholders during last week.  The class 5 children have raised just over £600.  Which, I am sure that you will agree, is an amazing achievement.  As promised, the money will be going on a script for the end of year play; a leavers gift for the school and the remaining will be put towards the end of year trip.  It was such a huge success that we have already decided to run it next year.  Well done to all of class 5 who made last week so successful.

Mr Jones

Our class text for this half term is ‘Street Child’ by Berlie Doherty.  Have a look at Class 5’s freeze frames depicting the part in the book where the Jarvis family is evicted.

Last week, Bryn Offa year six pupils took a break from their SAT examinations to lead an athletic master class for the pupils from classes 3,4 and 5.  The coaching skills on display were incredibly impressive and all pupils had a very enjoyable afternoon.

Thank you Year 6 for all of your hard work.

Mr Jones

As part of our new guided reading initiative, Class 5 have been looking at the book ‘Street Child’ by Berlie Doherty.  Today, the children have been creating freeze frames to tell  the story at the point where the Jarvis family are kicked out of their house and onto the streets.

Mr Jones

Classes 3 and 5 started a new reading initiative last week.  This involves the children working together and listening to each other read.  All children involved are really enjoying the experience.

Please find below a copy of the presentation shown to Class 5 parents’ on 22/9/17.

Mr Jones

Class 5 2017 Handout 1

Good morning all.

It’s already been a busy morning. Children have eaten, packed and are currently waiting for the instructors for our final activity before we depart.

Their organisation and independence shown this morning has been impressive.

I’m expecting to be back at school in good time for the 3:15pm collection.

We look forward to seeing you then!

Mr Jones

­Our final full day has come to a close. Children had a morning of kayaking and canoeing on a beautiful lake. This was ended with many of them taking a run and jump off the jetty. Even the staff had a go.

In the afternoon we altered the schedule so that it included a hill walk. Children pushed themselves and encouraged each other to complete the 3 mile route taking in breathtaking scenery as they went.

This evening was the nightline, possibly the best night activity. Children had to complete an obstacle course through tunnels and tyres whilst blindfolded. Communication was key – all were successful.

Hot chocolate has now been drunk and lights are off. All children are looking forward to seeing their families when they return to Bryn Offa.

I would just like to add that the behaviour of the children has been first class. It has been a pleasure taking them away.  Instructors have been impressed with how well mannered and supportive they are to their peers.

See you tomorrow.

Mr Jones