I was delighted to have so many children from across KS2 at the first Nature Club session of this academic year. We began by discussing the various habitats that are to be found in the Eco Garden area of the school field before going up there and having a nature walk finding habitats and guessing what might live there. On our return the children labelled a sketch map of the area with which animals they would expect to find in each habitat. Next week, weather permitting, we will go and see what we can find. Mr Hopegood :)

Today, we held the 3rd/4th playoff and the Kelvedon World Cup Final. The tournament has run from after half-term until the final week. We have had some great matches along the way. Congratulations to KELVEDON LEGENDS for going all the way and winning the final 2-0.  A special mention should go to the runner-up; Passing Pugs, and the 3rd/4th place teams; Golden Ducks and Kelvedon Wanderers. All the children have played their part with good teamwork and sportsmanship. Congratulations to the Top Goal Scorer, the teams that won the Kit Design competition, and the Mascot competition.  A huge thank you to Mr. Kemp, who refereed every event, and Mr. Ladlow, who helped organise the event. The final parade: The Line-up and national Anthem: The Match: The prize giving: Top 3 Kits:

Thanks to the PTFA, Years 1-6 were lucky enough to have a visit today from The 2 Johns.  Each phase had their own workshop and The 2 Johns shared the latest data and advice on the dangers of apps, games and social media, that even primary aged children are using (it was truly an eye-opener). They also offer excellent advice and skills to support children if you think they have received or have engaged with inappropriate online messages and requests.  We have included some additional resources below to help keep your child/ren safe online. Safety throughout the summer holidays: https://esafetytraining.org/summer-holidays-2022/ Personalised online safety advice through the completion of a questionnaire: https://www.internetmatters.org/digital-family-toolkit/ We hope you find this advice useful in safeguarding your children online.

 What a fantastic afternoon of team work, cooperation and perseverance! Well done to all of the children in Year Five, you did us proud with your hardwork on a very sunny day.  Congratulations to Drake who came first overall!