Purple Patch
The Week Ahead
11 Jun 2010 4:30PM
Week beginning 14th June, 2010
Monday, 14th
Ms Fraser out am only
Tuesday, 15th
9.30 Showround at TPR
10.15 Showround at EC
NO after school clubs today
Wednesday, 16th
Sports Day at Burbage Road
10.00-11.15 Nursery & Reception (Pupils to be taken directly there for 9.30am)
10.30-12.00 Years 1 & 2 (Pupils to be brought to school at normal time)
13.00-15.30 Years 3-6 (Pupils to be brought to school at normal time will require a packed lunch)
NO after school clubs today
20.00 Lancaster Avenue Residents’ Association AGM in TPR dining room
Thursday, 17th
Mrs. Sherwood and Mrs. Everitt unavailable
10.30 Liz Kessler, author, visiting years 3-6
14.00 Mrs. Brown attending meeting at St. Dunstan’s College
Friday, 18th
Mrs. Brown unavailable
Ms Fraser out at Early Years Professional assessor training
9.45-10.15 Reception/September 2010 assessments at EC
10.30 Mrs. Sherwood attending play at DUCKS
14.00-14.30 Nursery/September 2010 assessments at EC
Parent Assemblies
10 Jun 2010 7:29PM
Today we had our penultimate parent assembly of this term at TPR. Mrs. Couper and Mr. Hewitt can to speak to the children about law. The children learnt about civil and criminal law and considered how laws affect their daily lives.
Last week, Dr. and Dr. Eberhard spoke to the children about medicine and, at the end, when they asked the children if any were thinking about becoming doctors when they are older, a huge number of children raised their hands.
We have also had Mr. Broadbent speaking to the children about project management and Ms. Jones speaking about environmental consultancy, both of when received a great response from the children.
Then, right at the start of term, Ms. Abella started the season of 'Professions' assemblies with a super talk on translating and interpreting.
Next week we have our final parent assembly of this academic year, with Ms. Fisher talking to the children about photography. We are very much looking forward to learning about this profession too.
Huge thanks, once again, to all the parents who have offered their time and expertise. We have received so many positive responses to these assemblies from children, staff and parents.
We very much hope to continue these assemblies next summer term, so please consider whether you might like to come to TPR to talk to the children. It is so important that they are aware of a whole range of professions, so that their eyes are open when the time ultimately comes for them to make their own decisions. I am sure that there will be some children entering all of the above professions as a result of what they have heard on Thursday mornings this term. Isn't that a wonderful thought!
Mufti Day - Tomorrow (Friday)
10 Jun 2010 4:26PM
This is a reminder that it is mufti day (non-uniform day) tomorrow (Friday) at both EC and TPR. Children should bring a bottle or chocolate donation for the Summer Fair, which is being held on Saturday (12.30 - 3.30pm) at TPR.
(It's a great opportunity to wear your England football kit!)
Also, if you have some time available, all donations for the cake stall and/or Caribbean food stall are very welcome. These stalls are always so popular, we need your talents!
Cross Channel Challenge - This Weekend
10 Jun 2010 4:13PM
Pulling Together to make a difference!
Mr. Witherell, Mr. Saunders and Mr. Whall, fathers of children at Rosemead, are all taking part in an amazing competition this weekend, in which two teams will be rowing across the English Channel in Competition, in an attempt to set a world record and raise money for charity! The following detail has been taken from the press release for this challenge.
Teams AHOY Buoys and Risky Business are now counting down the weeks until the big event in June, they are training hard for the row from Dover to Calais, expecting tough winds, choppy seas and strong currents, a world away from their usual haunt, rowing on the River Thames.
This inspirational idea is to give 14 exceptionally devoted volunteers the opportunity to be pushed to their limits and to raise funds to make a difference for The AHOY Centre.
The AHOY Centre is a charity based in Deptford, South East London; which uses the experience of sailing and rowing to break down many of the barriers and divides that exist within today's society, bringing together people from different walks of life and backgrounds. Through the activities and courses at AHOY, people are taught and trained not only how to sail or row, but also about helping others. The activities are available to all; but have a particular focus on young, disadvantaged and people with disabilities. AHOY is a Charity Changing People’s Lives Through Sailing.
They are still looking for sponsors for this event. If you would like to support them in this very worthwhile event, please go to www.justgiving.com/AHOYBuoys
You can also keep up to date with all the latest training information by clicking here.
We look forward to hearing how Mr. Witherell, Mr. Saunders, Mr. Whall and their team get on and wish them the best of luck with their challenge.
RSA News - Camping Weekend
10 Jun 2010 1:23PM
Many families participated in the RSA camping weekend before half term. We have received photographs of the event from Ms. Fisher, one of the parents who attended, and have uploaded a few below for you to see. ow, we also have some words from a couple of the children who attended...
What a venue...
What a view...
What a slide!
I went on the camping trip and my favourite thing was at night. When it got dark we had to use lanterns or it would be tricky to see.
There was a tap to get water from and the girls and boys had water fights. There was a bonfire and they lit it! So we all got marshmallows and toasted them. Also, there was a slanted roof and everyone slid down it. Liliana (Year 3)
I went on the camping trip with my best friend, Liliana, on Saturday. My favourite thing was the night, when we had marshmallows and we went on the climbing frame. In the day we had a water fight - I got wet... I loved it! Lili (Year 3)
Rosemead Open Morning
9 Jun 2010 11:01AM
Many thanks to all those who visited Rosemead this morning. It was lovely that so many of you were able to visit us.
Thank you also for the compliments you paid our students for the tours they gave you. We are very proud of each of our students, and are delighted you were able to meet some of them.
For those of you who have yet had a chance to visit Rosemead, but are looking for a school for your child/ren, we have show rounds on most Tuesday mornings during term time, where you have the opportunity to meet the children and staff. Please call our main school office on 020 8670 5865 to book a tour.
RSA News - Summer Fair
9 Jun 2010 10:46AM
Below you will see who is organising each stall for Rosemead's Summer Fair on Saturday - and the three stalls where we still need help (listed at the foot of this piece). Many thanks to all those who have already volunteered. Thanks also to those who are about to...
6C: Stocks - Nicola James or Liz Walsh
6R: Coconut Shy - Michele Jackson
5T: Refreshments - Martha Jones
5W: Tuck Shop - Claire Roome
4W: Books and CDs - Jo Kearney & Mrs Sherwood
4R:
4K: Beer and Pimms - Lorraine Barker
3G: Raffle and RSA Merchandise - Catherine Anderson
3F: Splat-the-Rat - Lisa Huser
2H: Hook-a-Duck, Sink-the-Boat and Lucky Dip - Sheila Page & Katie Witherell
2B: Balloon Typhoon - Jo Duggan
1S: Bottle Tombola - Louise Whorms
1B: Ice Creams - Jacks Noades
Gem stall - Tena
RK: Hook-a-Duck, Sink-the-Boat and Lucky Dip - Sheila Page & Katie Witherell
RT: Chocolate Tombola - Stacey Doepal
N: Arts & Crafts - Ailsa Hurst
Staff: Books and CDs - Mrs Sherwood
Governors: Strawberry Delights - Viv Brook
Staff: Entry - Mrs Sherwood
Face Painting - John Mackie
Caribbean Food - Joan McClymont
Nearly New Uniform - Tracey Laughton
Cake Stall - Sarah Sheppard
Students: Name the Teddy - York House Captain
Students: Guess the nunber of sweets - Lancaster House Captain
Students: Guess the weight of the cake - Tudor House Captain Students: White Elephant - Student Council
Beano Stall - Lorraine / Ben
Unclaimed: 'Biscuit decorating', 'Decoration & Clear away' and 'Flowers and Plants'
Rosemead Open Morning - Tomorrow
8 Jun 2010 7:06AM
If you are looking for a school for your child, why not visit Rosemead Preparatory School tomorrow (Wednesday) for its last Open Morning this academic year. Both our Pre-Prep and Prep buildings will be open from 9.00-11.00am for visitors. You can see the children at work and will be ushered by our year 6 children.
It's a great opportunity to see what Rosemead can offer your family. There's no need to book - just come along.
Pre-Prep Department: St. Cuthbert's Chrch, Elmcourt road, London, SE27 9BZ
Prep Department: 70 Thurlow Park Road, London, SE21 8HZ
RSA News - Summer Fair
7 Jun 2010 4:48PM
Advance bargain sideshow tokens (not 'raffle tickets, as previously stated!) for face painting, coconut shy, tombola, lucky dip, etc, will be available to buy at EC and TPR every afternoon this week in the playground. This is your chance to avoid the queues on Saturday and save money too.
The cost is 7 for £5 or 15 for £10, representing real savings on the 75p cash price for most sideshows on the day.
These are also available from Mrs. Stewart at the TPR Office if you don't manage to find either Sarah or Martha in the playground.
The Week Ahead
6 Jun 2010 12:16PM
Week beginning 7th June, 2010
Monday, 7th
Children and staff return
Tuesday, 8th
Mr. Gallagher out on Skills Testing Day
8.45 Some year 4-6 pupils attending ISA Athletics meeting at Norman Park
20.00 Governors’ meeting
Wednesday, 9th
Mrs. Hye out at ‘Maths Makes Sense Overview Day’. Ms. Garnham to cover 2H
9.00-11.00 Open Morning
Thursday, 10th
Ms. Sawalha out
Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Kastoryano out at Follow-up feedback at NFER. Ms. Garnham, supply, to cover 5W. 4K will be covered internally.
10.00-15.00 x4 year 5 students to Science Day at St. Dunstan’s College
14.30 RSA Reps meeting in TPR Dining Room (moved from EC)
Friday, 11th
Mufti Day - children to bring a bottle for tomorrow's 'Bottle Tombola'
9.00 RSA Coffee morning at TPR - posponed, owing to Summer Fair tomorrow
Saturday, 12th
12.30-15.30 Summer Fair - held at TPR
