School News
The last half term of the Autumn term was immensely busy. Amongst other things,
children took part in Newmarket Rotary's Youth Speaks competition, played
in the area tag rugby competition and learnt lots about local Winter traditions
from the Tollhouse theatre visit - do you know who Turkey Smart was?
One of the highlights of the term was Prince Charles visiting Reach and all of the school going to greet him on the Green. Class Four had collectively made three scrolls detailing the history of the fair and these were presented to HRH. The Prince had a friendly manner with the children and although he may not have fitted some of their stereotyped images of a prince, it will be an occasion to remember. Our thanks to A and P travel for shuttling us all there.
Children in Need day raised over £200. Children dressed "Ready for bed or a party instead" and donated money to do so. There was also face painting at lunch time- our thanks to Brenda Wilson, a cake stall and in the evening FoSPS organised their annual beetle drive.
The end of term play was one written and produced by Jane Bower. "A Home For Christmas." managed to incorporate all the children in parts both small and large and in addition there was a behind the scene prop and scenery club. This really was a team effort and the video provided by Mr Luttrell acts as a lovely reminder. Thanks to members of the community who have donated PCs and printers to the school, given their time to support reading and to the WI for putting together one of the first of Story Sacks.
After saying a sad farewell to Mrs Harris and Mrs Tidman, we welcome Mrs Johnstone into Class 3. Mrs Johnstone previously taught at Cheveley School and as well as her teaching expertise, brings a background of environmental work to the school.