Grey Court School e-Bulletin

Week Beginning 11 October 2010
Grey Court School e-Bulletin
Ham Street, Ham, Richmond TW10 7HN
Head’s Line: “This school just gets better and better”
Dear Parents/Students
Another wonderful week, with some notable
achievements and really good feedback from our
open mornings.
Academic tutoring week 15th –18th November
inclusive. 1.15pm onwards
Please be aware that staff are now working on the
first progress checks of the year for all year groups.
These grades will be shared with you in the academic tutoring week. You will receive a letter next
week detailing your appointment time. We have
made every effort to ensure siblings have been
accounted for and appointment times match up.
Given the fact that we have nearly a 1000 children
and parents to see I’m afraid there is very little
room for manoeuvre, so please keep to the times/
days arranged for you.
SERCO Challenge
15 students took part in an enterprise challenge
with SERCO trainers and employees. They worked
together to update the image of this multinational
company and then I watched them present their
ideas to some of the senior management and
councillors from Richmond. .
It was one of those moments that reminded me
why I do the work I do. 15 students excelled themselves today. The shy self effacing young people
who started the week ended it impressively. I
listened as they told experienced members of
SERCO staff how they could improve their marketing to young people and compete more effectively
with their competitors for recruits.
My thanks go to Ian Poole and Sandra Holmes who
continue to create opportunities and develop networks with industry and commerce.
More sporting achievements
Yet again I must congratulate the Sports Dept and
students on their continued run of victories. The
Year 7 girls tag rugby team were crowned borough
champions at last weeks Tag Rugby Festival held
by Harlequins. See full report attached to ebulletin. The senior girls netball team won their
game against Hampton Academy 17-1. The Yr 9
netball team won their match against Hampton
Academy 8-6. Well done girls. Finally, the Year
10 boys football team won the first round of the
Surrey Cup with a final score of 7-1. Well done
boys. This success is just amazing!!
A Fishy Tale
Congratulations to Jack Hanrahan of Year 10 who
was runner-up in the Sky Sports Young Angler of
the Month 2010 competition.
http://img.skysports.com/10/10/800x600/JackHanrahan_2510396.jpg
Year 7
Our year 7s have settled down very quickly and
should be congratulated on their progress to date.
Parents need to be aware that there will be assessments coming up in all the core subjects i.e. English, Maths and Science. There is information in
this bulletin about Maths. Please do contact me
directly if your child is unsure and I will forward
your email to the person who is best placed to
assist you.
Open door
Finally, please remember that I hold Parent Clinics
on most Thursday evenings during term time between 5-7pm for parents/carers to come along and
speak directly to me regarding any concerns/ suggestions you may have. Please contact my PA
Debby Pace: dpace@greycourt.org.uk to arrange
an appointment time or telephone the school on
020 8948 1173.
Year 7, 8 and 9
2
Year 10 and 11
3
Misc
4
Sporting Fixtures
Extra Curricular
Sporting Results
Team Sheets
5
5
6/7
8-11
Extended School activities
12-16
AEN News
17
Inside this issue:
Latest News
MESSAGE FROM SCHOOL
NURSE
All HPV forms to be returned to
school by 12 October 2010
KEY
DATES
Autumn Term
6 September 2010
(Year 7 and Year 10)
7 September 2010
(All students) to
17th December 2010
Half Term
25th - 29th October 2010
Spring Term
Tuesday 4 January 2011 to
Friday 8 April 2011
Half Term
21st - 25th February 2011
Summer Term
Tuesday 26 April - Thursday
22 July 2011
INSET : 24 June 2011
Kind regards
Maggie Bailey
Headteacher
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Maggie Bailey | HEADTEACHER
Half Term
30th May - 3rd June 2011
COMMUNITY CHOIR
The choir is now up and running from Tuesday 12
October in the Music Dept from 6.30-8.00pm.
Ms. Bharmal
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Year 7
Head of Year 7
Mr. Andy Low
Year 7 Sports Achievements
First Impressions Winners Congratulations go to the
boys football team for a brilCongratulations to the follow- liant start to the season and
the girls rugby team who won
ing three students who were
the borough 7 aside tournagiven their prizes at last
ment last week. Hope the
week's Year Assembly:
performances continue during
the rest of the year.
1st- Delphi McNicol 7W £20
HMV voucher
Trip letters
2nd Luke Slator 7C £10 HMV
voucher
3rd Molly Ashman 7R £5 HMV Just to let you know letters
have gone out this week revoucher
garding Year 7 trips over the
Work is on display around the coming year. The first trip
goes out on Friday 22nd Octoschool on 2 notice boards
due to so many brilliant piec- ber to London Zoo. The letter
was given out to students this
es of work.
week so please check with
Water Rocket Challenge 2010
Year 7
Year 8
Head of Year 8
Mr. Chris Rhodes
“at Grey Court School
our core values of
achievement, innovation,
inclusion and
accountability provide
the basis for academic
excellence and future
success for all..”
It was great to see so many
parents at last weeks information evening. Please do
use the curriculum pack you
were given and use it as a
basis of discussion with your
child. The year group has
made a very impressive start
to the year and are looking
forward to their activity day
scheduled for the 22nd of
October. More details will
follow but in essence the students will be participating in a
number of team building
events aimed at consolidation
the excellent ethos of the
cohort.
Mr. Rhodes
Year 9
Head of Year 9
Mr Chris Rhodes
The year 9 students have
either a Geography or History
trip planned for their activity
day on Friday 22nd of October. It is essential that they
bring in their medical forms
this week so we can avoid
any last minute complications.
The first round of house assemblies have been organised to begin next week. The
year 9 students were great
participators last year and I
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am sure that they will engage
once again with this essential
component of the Grey Court
ethos.
Mr. Rhodes
your son/daughter they have
received it. An additional letter
related to payments has been
sent home in the post.
Mr. Low
Please refer to page 5 for information regarding Yr 7 half term
Maths assessments.
Mr. O’Donnell
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Year 10
Head of Year 10
Mr Andrew Burton
Year 10
We hope you enjoyed the Richmond
Education and Business Road Show
day which is took place on Friday 8th
October. In all, it seemed to be a
very successful day.
Thank you to the Mentors of Year
7’s. You have had a great start to
your supporting roles and we have
had good feedback from Year 7’s
about you! Please remember to sign in
with Mrs McCormack on the days you are
with your Year 7 tutor groups.
Year 10 Reminders:
Please make sure that you are revising
for any exams coming up over the next
few months. We want you to make sure
that you get the best results you can
towards your GCSEs and do not have to
retake any modules.
Ms. Casey/Mr. Burton
Year 11
Head of Year 11
Mr Andrew Burton
Thank you to those who took part in
delivering assemblies on Black History Month. You did a great job in
your presentation.
We just want to wish you GOOD
LUCK on your Work Experience
placements for the next two weeks.
Hope that you enjoy your time with
the various companies you will be
working with. If you have any problems please do not hesitate to contact the school so that a member of
staff can assist you. I am sure that
you will be very tired working full
time! Welcome to the real world!!!
Year 11 Reminders:
We will next see you in school on Friday
22nd October to see evaluate your Work
Experience and assist you in completing
your Richmond College applications.
Everyone is expected to attend.
Ms. Casey/Mr. Burton
Misc News
LETS GET COOKING CLUB
For years 10 and 11 to help cater for the Senior Citizens Christmas Party
Starts on Tuesday 19 October 2010 at 3pm to 4.15pm
Sign up with Miss Marr by 12 October 2010
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MISC
Year 7 half-term Maths Assessments
Please be aware that Yr7 half term Maths assessments will be sat in class on Tuesday 12th October. The assessment
will be in two parts, a calculator test and non-calculator test. Please ensure your child brings their calculator on this
day as we will not be lending them out.
The topics being assessed will be:
Sequences: generating a sequence using a term to term rule, finding the nth term of a sequence, and using the nth
term of a sequence.
Function Machines: calculate outputs for a function machine, when given the inputs, determine the operations in a
function machine when given the input and output.
Algebra: use letters to represent unknown numbers.
Decimal numbers: be able to understand place value of decimal numbers, multiply and divide decimal numbers by 10,
100 & 1000, compare and order decimal numbers.
BODMAS: be able to use BODMAS to determine the order of operation for a given calculation, correctly deal with powers and brackets in a calculation.
These topics have been covered in class. In order to study for the assessment, students should use their class notes.
They should also use following websites
http://www.mymaths.co.uk/
using the schools Username and Password: Username- grey court
Password- cosine2
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks3bitesize/maths/
Mr R. O'Donnell
KS3 Co-ordinator Mathematics
MATHS HOMEWORK CLUB for students in Year 7/8/9
Every Wednesday in Room PC1 3.10pm-3.40pm
Please be aware that the Maths homework club is being run every Wednesday. A member of the faculty will be on
hand to give advice and help to any student struggling with their Maths homework. Please also be aware that this is a
drop-in session and that students are not required to stay for the whole 30 minutes. As the session is being held in a
PC suite, it is also a good opportunity to complete any online homework which has been issued.
VPA : Lunch time/After School Clubs:
Music - Singing/Choir
Art club
Music - Rock school
Drama Club for KS3
Music - Instrumental group
Monday Lunch time
Wednesday 3.15 – 4.30pm
Tuesday 3 – 4pm
Wednesday 3 - 4pm
Thursday 3 – 4pm
Mr.
Mr.
Mr.
Mr.
Mr.
Bharmal
Ridyard
Robinson
Husnu/Ms. Logan
Millar
Learning Resource Centre
Opening Times:
7.30am - 8.30am
1.15pm - 1.55pm
3.15pm - 5.00pm
Homework clubs are offered from Monday to Friday in the Learning Resource Centre before, during and after school
for all students. Every Wednesday from 3.15pm there is a homework club for students with Special Educational Needs.
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Extra Curricular
Please can you ensure clothing is labelled. Also shin pads and
gum shields are an essential part of the PE kit. These are obviously
needed when your child participates in football or rugby.
FIXTURES
11 October
12 October
13 October
14 October
Year
Year
Year
Year
Year
Year
Year
8 Rugby Union v Cardinal Wiseman (H)
7/8 Girls football v St. Phil's (A)
7 Boys ESFA Cup v Kelsey Park (H)
8 Boys League football v Richmond Park Academy (A)
9 Boys County Cup football v Trinity (H)
8 girls Netball v Orleans Park (A)
10/11 Boys Football v Richmond Park Academy (H)
Ham Street, Ham. Richmond upon Thames, Surrey. TW10 7HN
Phone Number:
020 8948 1173
Fax Number:
020 8332 2428
Email:
office@greycourt.richmond.sch.uk
Web Support:
support@greycourt.org.uk
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Sporting Stag
From Grey Court to Centre Court!
Grey Court School has become the only school in Richmond to train BBG’s (Ball boys/girls) for The Championships,
Wimbledon 2011. Sixteen of our ‘Gifted and Talented’ year 9 PE students are about to embark on an intense training
regime that will prepare them to work with the greatest tennis players in the world at the heart of The Grand Slam
year… Wimbledon! Six students will then be selected in the New Year to represent the school and begin training at the
AELTC. In June our students could find themselves brushing shoulders with Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Andy
Murray. This is an extremely exciting and challenging experience that will no-doubt make Grey Court stand out from
the crowd once again!
Mr M Robinson
RESULTS
Year 7 Tag Rugby Borough Champions
Year 7 girls were crowned Tag Rugby Borough Champions at Friday's Tag Rugby festival (1 October) held
by Harlequins Rugby League. Following on from some curriculum time coaching from the Harlequins and
Ms. White, the girls quickly picked up the rules and the skills to develop their ability in the game. Despite
the incessant rain, the girls maintained high spirits and played some outstanding Tag Rugby. Special mention must go to Anna Marshall who scored many excellent tries and Rita Pula for some crucial and consistent tagging! Please see detailed report attached to this ebulletin.
Another win for the Senior girls Netball
The senior girls maintained their winning streak by beating Hampton Academy by a staggering 17 goals to 1 on Thursday 30 September. The girls are continuing to play some excellent Netball whilst they get used to the new format of
playing 4 quarters. Passing was excellent between the team and was rewarded by some excellent shooting by Jenni
Whitaker and Caroline Cooper. Their next match is against Richmond Park Academy on Thursday 7 October.
First win of the season for the Year 9 Netball team
The Year 9 girls were pleased to secure their first win of the season against Hampton Academy scoring 8 goals to 6.
The teams were well matched but the determination of the girls was clear as they fought to win every ball and maintain possession. The team has been working hard this year with the help of Mrs Burton and Ms. White and they should
be very proud of this result. Their next match is also against Richmond Park Academy on Thursday 7 October.
Year 10 Boys Football
Grey Court 7 : Collingwood 1
The Year 10 team travelled to Collingwood College in Camberley for the first round of the Surrey Cup. After a brief
warm up, Grey Court started well retaining possession and creating chances. Chris Hursey was unlucky to have a goal
chalked off for offside, but not long after, Callum Bellchambers opened the scoring after a great team move. Shortly
after this, Callum added a second goal with an outstanding volley from the edge of the box before Ollie Kersey scored
a fine individual effort taking on the opposition team from halfway line. A brief comeback by Collingwood saw them
score a penalty before Reza Al-Hammany scored from the half way line when he spotted the keeper off his line.
In the second half, the boys continued to push forward in search of goals. Callum completed his hat trick with a good
finish after a sweeping team move before Ollie Grabbed his second goal with a powerful drive. After this the boys took
their foot off the gas a bit, but still had time to allow Kodejo Adesida to open his account with a cool finish after a great
bit of skill by Ollie Kersey. Final score 7-1. Great performance by all the boys.
T he first Rugby League Tournament of the Academic Year was kicked off on Friday 1st October with the girls of the Richmond Borough taking part in the Year 7 Competition Managers Tag Festival. Whilst teachers looked to shelter their styled hair‐do’s from heavy rain and a fierce wind the girls held no reservations in getting down to the business of playing running rugby and scoring some scintillating tries. After a much needed ‘warm‐up’ led by Harlequins RL Development Officer for Richmond Darren Pugsley, the early pace was set by Grey Court as they began a charge to the Grand Final. This early surge was matched by the girls of Twickenham Academy who notched up early wins with their attacking brand of rugby whilst Hampton Academy’s freshly recruited coach Jimmy Giblin employed some gung‐ho tactics to engineer a dramatic 3‐2 win. With Christ’s & Waldegrave providing opposition as stiff as the wind to whomever they played, every metre on the field & every point on the board had to be earned through great skill and sheer determination. Right on cue the clouds parted and the wind dropped as Grey Court & Twickenham Academy met for the second time in the afternoon in a highly anticipated Grand Final. After a gripping contest where defences dominated proceedings the large crowd had to wait until the final seconds when a breathtaking 30 metre break away try for Grey Court clinched a famous victory. 2010 Competitive Edge Champions – GREY COURT Harlequins RL Women & Girls Development Officer Aran Quinn was guest referee for the day and after catching his breath commented; “The standard of rugby from the girls today had been exceptional. Not just their skill level but also the spirit in which each game was played. I’d be delighted to welcome all of these girls to become part of the West London Jets” (www.pitchero.com/clubs/westlondonjetsrl) Huge thanks must go to all the Girls and their teachers from Grey Court, Twickenham Academy, Hampton Academy, Christ’s and Waldegrave School for making such a fantastic afternoon of Tag Rugby League. Netball Team
Year 8
V
Orleans Park
Wednesday 13th October
At Orleans Park
GS –
GA –
WA –
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WD –
GD –
GK –
Laura Shafi
Abi Tricker
Holly Dodsworth Evans
Mabel Baxter Dalrymple
Hannah Levin
Libby Brown
Bronte Kisoon
Please make sure that you have full Grey
Court PE kit.
Any problems please see Miss White
Grey Court School
Department of Physical Education and Sport
Year 9 ESFA Cup Game
Vs
Trinity (Home)
TUESDAY 12th October
Meet at Boys Changing Rooms at 2.55pm
SQUAD
Alex Cox
Zac Duncan
Daniel Bevan
Ben Marquez
Sanjar Najibi
Mohamed Redaoui
Christian Olivo
Danny Knight
Igor Barroso
Alex Rovira
Ciaran Gerraghty
Ayman Nasr
Omar Parsons
Tom Skea
Adekoyejo Adesida
Reserves: George Allan-Lowe
Soloman Rees-Jones
Ben Mawson
Oli Akibami
BLUE SHORTS, BLUE SOCKS SHIN PADS,
FOOTBALL BOOTS,
Please see Mr Willmore by if you cannot play by Monday 27th
Sept.
Mr Willmore
Grey Court School
Department of Physical Education
and Sport
Year 10/11 Football
Thursday 14th October
V
Richmond Park Academy (Home)
Squad
Noah Whitely Williams
Joe Wilson
Sam Greenwood
Karl Wagner
Ollie Kersey
Ben Skea
Ryan Blackman
Callum Bellchambers
Leon Gillard
Mitchell Rogers
Connor Brooks
Charles Kebuye
Jaedon Cooke
Eben Apeni
Blue shorts, blue socks and boots required. Shin pads are
essential and a drink for half time. Please confirm you can
play to Mr Low. Finish for 5.45pm
Grey Court School
Department of Physical Education
and Sport
Year 8 Football
Tuesday 12th October
V
Richmond Park Academy (AWAY)
Squad
Joe Plunkett
Ahmad Farwana
Tom Knight
Yanick Gibson
Jack Dillon
Cameron Allister Cooke
Alex Rovira
Ross Frisby
Eraldo Isufi
Alfie Heiberg
Anil Bhogal
Johann Zeuner Griffiths
Luca Scuotto
Chris Howden
Igor Barroso
Blue shorts, blue socks and boots required. Shin pads are
essential and a drink for half time. Please confirm you can
play to Mr Low. Finish for 5.45pm
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Local activities for 8-12 yr olds
2010-2011
Dear Parents and carers
I wanted to bring to your attention the exciting news from Extended Services!
Starting in November there will be two activities per week during term time
for 8-12 yr olds.
Activities throughout the year include, cheerleading, Thames Young Mariners,
Basketball, Capoeira and street dance.
All activities will be free and will take place at various locations throughout the week
including Saturdays.
Spaces for activities will be limited and must be booked with your extended schools
coordinator.
Book early to avoid disappointment
Activity dates during term time
Autumn term 6th November—17th Dec
Spring Term 28th February—4th April
Summer Term 6th June 11th July
For more information
email apatterson@greycourt.org.uk
or call 07538 184 652 or
07548 914 579
Local activities for 8-12 yr olds
Autumn 2010
Nov 6th – Dec 17th
Activity: Basketball
When: Thursdays
Starts: 4th November
Where: Grey Court School
Time 4-6pm
Cost: Free
Age: 8-12
Coaches from Guildford Heats are here to teach you the basics
and put the fun back into basketball, learn how to slam dunk,
swoosh, shut down or even hack– a—shaq!
Please wear suitable clothing and bring a drink to sessions!
Come and learn the art
and history of this
Brazilian martial art.
BEGINERS both BOYS and GIRLS
are welcome.
Activity:Capoeira
When:Saturdays
Starts: 6th November
Time 1pm – 2.30pm
Where: Ham Youth Club
Cost: Free
Age: 8-12
Please wear suitable clothing and bring a drink to sessions!
Local activities for 8-12 yr olds
Newman House
NEWMAN HOUSE
OPEN HOUSE
CALLING PARENTS & CARERS!
This year, a Newman House ‘Open House’ is being introduced on Thursdays
from 2.00pm – 4.00pm.
The aim of this is to provide all parents/carers with the opportunity to discuss any
aspect of their child’s SEN provision with either Ms Laker (SENCO) or Ms Burton,
our SEN teacher.
Please contact Tammy McNicol, the SEN Administrator, if you would like to book
a slot.
Tel:0208 948 1173 extn. 615
Email: tmcnicol@greycourt.org.uk
ALSO AVAILABLE
•
Breakfast Club : Monday – Friday 8.00am – 8.30am
Tea, toast and cereals are available and free of charge. Students are expected to
help with clearing away afterwards to encourage independence.
•
Homework Club: Monday – Thursday 3.00pm – 3.45pm
Staff are available to help your child complete homework, in all subjects.
•
Success Circle: Tuesdays 3.00pm – 3.30pm
A literacy support group, using fun activities and open to all.
•
Reading Time: Monday – Thursday 3.00pm – 3.30pm
For any child who would like one-to-one help with reading.
Grey Court School, Sandy Lane
Ham, Richmond TW10 7HN
Organised by Grey Court Parents’ Association
Car Boot Sales
Last Sunday of the month
th
Sunday 28 November
Next sale
Sunday 30th January 2011
Last Sunday of the month, details of 2010/11 Car Boot Sales at
www.grey-court-car-boot-sale.co.uk
Sellers from 7.30am
Buyers 8am - 1pm
Refreshments including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, bacon butties & cakes
Boot Sales inside if
weather bad,
2 halls available!
Sellers: £20 van (double pitch), £10 car (single pitch), £5 walk-in
Buyers: £1 entrance 8am-9am, 50p after 9am. Children free
Sandy Lane Entrance, 371 and 65 Bus Routes