Year 3 and 4 and their parents welcomed Chris from Norfolk Children’s Book Centre into school this week for a special book event. Chris introduced the children to lots of exciting books and entertained everybody with some stories. Then there was a chance to browse and choose from a huge range of books. The children were all very pleased with their new purchases.
Year 5 and 6 enjoyed a wonderful performance of ‘The History of Britain’ by the Hobgoblin Theatre Company.
Year 3 had a great trip to Hautbois Activity Centre. They enjoyed lots of outdoor activities in the sunshine.
On Sunday April 30th more than 110 participants aged from 3 to…more than 50 took to the start of the second Gresham’s Triathlon. They were greeted by glorious sunny skies and a large numbers of spectators who helped create a real sense of atmosphere for those undertaking this significant challenge. Laps in the pool, a cycle around our School Woods and a lap or two running around Eccles Field certainly made for an energetic Sunday morning and afternoon! Many congratulations to all those who competed and we look forward to welcoming you back next Summer Term!
The CCF held a full Contingent Parade on Friday 5th May to mark the Coronation of King Charles III. A banner party comprising Sgts George P and Jemima T, and commanded by CSM George R, took centre stage and offered a royal salute. Following a few words by the Contingent Commander about King Charles’ military career and role, a full contingent inspection was conducted by the senior officers, accompanied by the CCF band playing a range of appropriate music. The chaplain also delivered prayers and a blessing in what was another unique occasion for the CCF.
Senior School Chapel Services took place to mark the forthcoming Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. Thank you to pupils, parents and staff for making this a wonderful occasion.
On the Sunday evening, our Boarders enjoyed a special Street Party Chapel service where they reflected on their hopes for the future and enjoyed special Coronation crepes.
On Monday the whole school community gathered around Chapel lawn to take part in a special tree planting ceremony. The tree was planted by our Head Boy and Girl aided by one of the youngest members of our school community. This was followed by a Coronation Barbecue at lunch.
The Prep School marked the coronation of King Charles III with some celebratory events including the planting of a Coronation Tree and a street party style lunch! Very lovely to see Mr Quick.
Nursery and Pre-Prep celebrated the coronation with a train ride on North Norfolk Railway. Red, white and blue was the theme, picnic lunches, quality family and friends time, making memories that will last a life time.
Amongst the trees of the North Norfolk coastline, Year 3 enjoyed a sunny two-day residential trip to Hilltop Outdoor Centre. The children’s aim for their stay was to push themselves out of their comfort zone as they climbed walls, stacked crates, fired arrows, traversed the high ropes and rode the zip wire, as well as testing their agility on the cargo nets and through the tyres and tunnels.
Team building activities encouraged the children to work together and draw on each other’s strengths to complete a number of different challenges including avoiding the trap doors in the maze and escaping the sinking Titanic!
Much fun, smiles and laughter was had by all.
Pupils in Years 6 – 9 enjoyed a great week of skiing in Passo Tonale in Italy.
As well as 6 days on the slopes they enjoyed lots of great Italian food, swimming, shopping and karaoke!
We love animals here at Gresham’s. On Saturday 18th March we welcomed all creatures great and small to a special Pet Blessing Service. This special event brought all three Gresham’s Schools together to celebrate our wonderful friends from the animal kingdom. Dogs, chickens, horses, ponies, snakes, spiders, tortoises and many cuddly toys were in attendance and a great time was had by all.
The pupils in Years 5-8 have been treated to three insightful and inspiring talks during the Lent Term’s ‘Inspire 2 Inquire’ sessions on Friday afternoons from three Prep School parents. At the beginning of the term, we welcomed Ms Alison Bell, who gave a fascinating talk on Scottish culture and traditions around the time of Burns Night. After half term, the pupils learned about the principles and application of artificial intelligence from Mr Alex Pim and asked interesting questions relating to a career in this area. To conclude the term, Mr Peter Ormosi delivered an intriguing session on how economics helps you understand the whole world – a complex notion that Peter delivered in an engaging way. On behalf of the Prep School, we would like to thank these parents for their time and effort in supporting the Inspire 2 Inquire programme and its aims in broadening the knowledge and cultural capital that our pupils have. Next term, we look forward to welcoming more visitors to speak to our pupils.
Well done to our U13 girls cricket team who won the indoor County finals of the ECB Lady Taverners national competition at UEA . They will go on to represent Norfolk in the regional finals in Cambridge in April.
