Zumba Classes
Zumba is the newest fitness craze based on Latin Dance . We are hoping to start classes for adults this term in the hall on a Monday from 4-5pm. The classes will be in a block of 10, 5 each half-term, but we would need payment in advance for anyone wishing to join us, many of our staff are interested. If you are interested please leave your name in the school office and we will get back to you.
Year 6 SATs Boycott
The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) and the National Union of Teachers (NUT) are calling upon their members to boycott the Year 6 SATs this year. Along with many other schools locally and nationally Glade will not be doing the formal tests this year but will be using rigorous assessments internally to level the pupils. All Year 6 children took a letter home yesterday.
Triathlon
On Tuesday of this week some of our children took part in the ‘England Corus Kids of Steel Triathlon’ at Newham Leisure Centre. The children had to swim 50metres, cycle 1.2km and then finish with a 5oom run with no rest in between any of the events. The whole team performed outstandingly, with Jordan Green coming in first for the boys and Hayley Bowyer for the girls. This was followed by a short photo shoot and drinks after which the children did some indoor athletics coaching taught by top class athletes. Becky Condon set the record for the day by throwing the javelin in a simulated style event. The children also took part in long jump and sprint training. After athletics we had a lovely picnic which was followed by learning of cycling skills. A great day was had by all. Thank you to all the parents for their support and well done to all the children who took part:
Callie Watts, Jordan Green, Ellie Brown, Oscar Simpson, Lauren Condon, Becky Condon, Mark Linehan, Rebecca Welch, Gemma Elliott, Hayley Bowyer, Max Elliott, Lewis Evans
Mini Games
A big well done to all children who took part in the Mini Games tournament. Our rugby team stole the show, finishing 5th out of 22 schools. Louee Petty and Harry Green were scouted for trials for Wanstead and Woodford rugby club. Thank you to all the parents who helped and supported, in particular Mrs Green.
School Nurse Monthly Clinic
Our school nurse, Lisa Blackmore, will be starting a drop in clinic for parents with concerns about their child from next month. Further details to follow.
Reminder-Polling Day
Just to remind you that next Thursday, 6th May school will be closed for pupils.
Dangerous Driving/Parking
Once again please ensure that you take care when driving around the school area and when parking and dropping off or picking up your child. The local roads are now a 20mph zone so please adhere to this limit and be considerate of others at all times.
PAWS Non-Uniform Day
Thank you to all who donated money last week for our St. George’s Day non-uniform. We collected £186!
