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KING’S HOUSE SCHOOL
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Newsletter
5 October 2018
Dear Parents
There has been plenty of musical activity going on over the last week.
In assembly on Friday in the SD we were treated to performances by a
number of boys across the SD and then on Monday morning we had
our Singers Breakfast Concert. Later that day we had the first round of
the Michael Stuckey Competition, so well done to all who took part
and particularly to those that made it through to the final. It was a
very high standard. Then on Tuesday morning our Year 5s had their
final composition workshop and we look forward to hearing the final
piece at the Michael Stuckey Concert on Tuesday 9 October along with
a number of other performers.
In the SD assembly last Thursday and then in the JD, we were treated
to a visit by a British athlete and top sprinter – Deji Tobais. The boys
definitely found hearing about his training regime an eye-opener. It is
always lovely to wander round the school at lunch-time and see what
clubs are running. On Tuesday I caught a bit of our older boys
discussing the question “Does prison work?” in debating club, and then
saw some getting their teeth into Ancient Greek.
It was lovely to see so many at the Senior Schools Fair on Wednesday
evening. We had around thirty schools and plenty of parents. It’s a
good opportunity for parents to make first contact with the schools
and then hopefully follow-up with visits. If you have any feedback on the evening please do let us know.
The new Art Room has finally been handed over and I’ve seen plenty of boys sneaking a look in, with lots of excited comments. Photos and more on
that next week.
Quiz Night – Looking forward to seeing many of you at the Quiz Night tonight – you may want to look at this week’s newsletter quiz.
Mark Turner
Impressionist landscape of the terrace gardens
By Chase
Notes from the Nursery Department
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Making rainbows! Conker counters!
Mark making with sequins
Painting with panda
Dear Parents
Thank you so much for your generous Harvest donations, we had boxes and bags filled to the brim and it is all
going to such a good cause. The children have been talking about Harvest and we can’t celebrate Harvest
without singing ‘cauliflowers fluffy‘ and ‘big red combine harvester’!
There have been mice up in Caterpillar Class, but don’t be alarmed, they are very friendly mice who love to run
up clocks! Hickory Dickory Dock was this week’s nursery rhyme and the children have made some super clocks
and very sweet mice. It was also a lovely opportunity to practise our number recognition.
In Butterfly Class they have been learning about desert animals. There have been a few snakes slithering
around and cucumber covered in cocktail sticks made very realistic cacti in the desert landscape! In science
club the children used sweets to create the most vibrant rainbows. They had to predict what would happen
when they added water and then learnt all about dissolving!
Just a couple of reminders;
Please label clearly your child’s lunchbox and water bottle, it does save confusion at lunch time.
Please can I also remind you that our travel plan states that there can be no parking or dropping off children in
Princes Road.
I am looking forward to seeing some of you at the Quiz Night this evening. The Nursery staff have got a table
so we will all be there joining in the fun.
Jane O’Brien
Notes from the Junior Department
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Dear Parents
On Friday, Helium Helen from Mad Science came in to give an amazing assembly in which she
demonstrated some of the experiments that take place in her after school club science clubs. She
made a boiled egg squeeze through the neck of a conical flask by lighting a couple of matches
inside it to create a vacuum, then asked an unwitting volunteer to remove it using only the power
of his lungs. She then created a fireball using flour and a foot pump, much to the boys’
amusement! We were up at St Matthias Church on Tuesday preparing for the Harvest Festival and I
must say how impressed I was with the Reception and Year 1 boys. They way in which they
conducted themselves was excellent – listening to instructions and acting on Mrs Murray’s advice
so that they could improve their performances. I know they can’t wait to get on the stage and sing
their songs to everyone this afternoon. In class, 2D have been learning about China this week. The
boys were fascinated with the history of The Terracotta Army and enjoyed making their own
terracotta warriors out of clay. In Year 1, I couldn’t help but notice the beautiful whales the boys
painted using watercolours and salt as well as the fantastic polar bears they have on display as part
of the Polar Regions topic. Do take a look when you are here for parents evening in a week or so.
Simon Gower
House Points: 1st Nelson 583, 2nd Raleigh 574, 3rd Drake 568, 4th Churchill 560
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Music News
5 October 2018
Mr Murray put together a wonderful breakfast concert featuring his pupils from
Years 7 and 8. There were a variety of pieces performed including “Bare Necessities”
from the Jungle Book, “You Can’t Take That Away From Me” by Frank Sinatra and
“A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman.
Thank you to all the boys that performed! Mrs Meghann Murray
Year 5 Workshops
The boys completed their final song
writing workshop with Caroline Welsh this
week. Caroline was very impressed with
the what the boys created!
Their piece will be performed at the
upcoming Michael Stuckey Concert on
Tuesday 9 October.
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Music News
5 October 2018
Michael Stuckey Competition We are very much looking forward to the Michael
Stuckey Competition on Tuesday 9 October.
This event is for BBK’s, Chamber Choir, King’s
House Singers, all of Year 5 and the singing
competition finalists.
Timings
6.30pm All year 5 boys go straight to the gym
to warm-up.
All boys in choirs go straight to the
music room to warm-up.
Refreshments will be served for
parents in the Dining Hall.
7pm Concert begins
What to wear: Please could all boys wear full
school uniform with white shirts
Carol Service Adult Choir
We are looking for parents to participate in the SD
Carol Service at St Matthias Church on Tuesday 11
December. Boys from across the SD will be
participating in the Carol Service and ALL parents are
invited to sing in the Choir (ND, JD and SD). I know it
seems a long way off but this is a fantastic way to start
your Christmas celebrations.
If you have previously taken part in the Adult Choir
could you please let me know if you are available again
this year.
Rehearsals are on the following dates:-
Monday 19 Nov 7.30- 8.30pm at KHS
Monday 26 Nov 7.30- 8.30pm at KHS
Monday 3 Dec 7.30- 8.30pm at KHS
Monday 10 Dec 6 – 7pm at St Matthias Church
The Carol Service will be on Tuesday 11 December at
6.30pm - St Matthias Church (meet from 6.10pm)
Should you need any further information please do
contact me at school
Sport News
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Football Well done to all the boys who have represented the school over the last few days against Danes Hill and
Shrewsbury House. These are always competitive fixtures and it has been great to see the spirit and character
of the King’s House boys shining through. Some superb performances along the way but the attitude
towards every fixture has been the most pleasing thing for us as a department.
Fixture Rearrangements The previously postponed Senior fixtures against Rokeby have been rearranged for Wednesday 7 November.
Details of venues to be confirmed in the coming weeks, but all fixtures will kick off 2.30pm
Year 5 improving their volleyball skills this week! Keep it up boys!
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Last week on Thursday we were very luck in both
the Senior and Junior Departments to have a visit
from 100m and 200m athlete Deji Tobais.
Deji spoke to us in assembly about his career,
some of the setbacks he has suffered, the
sacrifices he had to make and the importance of a
healthy, balanced diet. It was fascinating to listen
to, especially history about racing Usain Bolt.
We wish him all the best in the lead up to major
championships. Mr Alex Churcher
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Categories: Junior (Years 4—6) and
Senior (Years 7—8)
Gold, Silver and Bronze prizes will be
awarded for each category.
The judges will be looking for technical
ability, composition and originality when
capturing images on the theme of
‘Shadows’
Photographs must be:
Printed and mounted onto
a background.
Hand in to Miss Patten or your
Head of House with your Name,
Form and House clearly written
on the back by
Friday 9 November.
Photography Competition!
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We look forward to seeing you there
Year 7 Present
Thursday 8 November at 7pm
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General News
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UNIFORM SALE
Thursday 15 November
2.30pm in the Senior Dept.
DRAMA CLUB Please note that Drama Club will be cancelled on the following dates:
Year 4 - Wednesday 21 November
Week Commencing Monday 5 November for Year 7 Production rehearsals
A message from Nurse Laura
A reminder that Year 3 flu spray vaccinations will be
taking place on Monday 8 October 2018 at 2pm in the
Junior Dept. music room.
To All Parents
Due to a few incidents occurring recently could all types
of trading cards, including Match Atax and Pokemon be
left at home for all of next week please. Many thanks.
Mr Churcher
IMPORTANT REMINDER All snacks should be nut free.
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The Friends Committee
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Save the dates!
Mistletoe & Moonlight Christmas Party
Friday November 30th
Christmas Fair
Saturday December 8th
Quiz Page
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QUIZ – Have a look at these before tonight’s quiz!
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Quiz Page QUIZ PAGE
1. Whose albums add up to 65?
2. With what symbol of the USA is Betsy Ross associated?
3. How many medals did Team GB win at the Winter Olympics in South Korea
earlier this year?
4. What number is Lady Gabriella Windsor in line to the throne?
5. Who was the President of Argentina from 1989-1999?
Email your answers to [email protected]
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ANSWERS TO LAST WEEKS QUIZ
1. 1 under par. 2. 2 under par. 3. 3 under par. 4. 1 over par. 5. 2 over par.
Well done and a merit to those who answered some of the questions in last
weeks newsletter correctly: Barney
