September 13, 2008
Ofsted
At Carr Hill we welcome interest in our school and enjoy opportunities to show how special we are. Ofsted provided such an opportunity during July and we are proud to share the outcomes. The report begins...........
'This is a good school in which pupils’ personal development and well-being are outstanding. This is recognised by parents who hold the school in high regard and give credit to the headteacher and staff for providing a supportive, caring environment. The view of one parent that their child had gained in confidence and gone from strength to strength is echoed by many.'
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September 12, 2008
Leavers assembly
During July we said goodbye to our year six leavers and announced the annual award winners. Everyone felt very emotional watching a slide show of their progress through school as they marched into the hall.
Lee Harper recieved the 'Head Teacher's Award', Carly Ivers was presented the 'David Padgett Award' whilst Jade Reay was given the 'Maureen Padgett Award'.
Several runners up also took home awards.
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July 14, 2008
Fun Day!
It's time for Fun Day once again. Many activities will be taking place within school on Tuesday 15th July. The theme of the day is 'under the sea' and the children have been asked to enter into the spirit by dressing up.
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June 22, 2008
School Council update.
School Council have been particulary busy this term. Having completed a 'Save Water' campaign they then collected ideas for the refurbishment of the bottom yard. Now they have turned their attention to raising attendance. If you would like School Council to discuss your own ideas, please speak to the councillors in your class.
Are you ever late for school? These days you could be met at the door by a school councillor who will take your name and list you on the late register. After only one week, we had hardly any latecomers. Remember everyone, school starts at 8.50am.
Keep up to date with School Council activities by reading their newsletter.
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April 25, 2008
Easter Holiday adventures
Following the success of the Summer Holiday activities, Carr Hill ran a Sports Camp during the second week of the Easter holiday. Children in years 4,5 and 6 attended. The timetable included hockey, trampolining, tubing on the ski slopes and also arts and crafts. The cost to participate was £15.
For further information about our Extended Schools activities contact the school office or visit Gateshead Council's Extended Activities website www.extended.org.uk
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March 16, 2008
Year 4 join Thomas Hepburn at the Science Fair
Once again Carr Hill showcased our science skills at the Metro Centre Science Fair. Year 4 investigated the impact of exercise on their pulse rate whilst educating the public about healthy lifestyle choices.
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May 3, 2007
Extended schools.
Miss Radley is a new addition to the Carr Hill staff. She will be responsible for developing our after school and holiday activities programme.
During the Easter holidays she ran an activity camp for children in years 4 - 6. Overall 19 children attended the scheme and they had fun trying out sports, games and art activities.
Plans for further after school and holidays activities will be posted here on the site.
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April 26, 2007
Eye of the Fly dancing at the Theatre Royal.
Those of you that did not attend the Dance Festival at Gateshead Leisure Centre missed a real spectacle as the Carr Hill boys stole the show. Fortunately you could have a second chance to see their group 'Eye of the Fly'.
Sadler's Wells internationally acclainmed Hip Hop Dance Theatre Festival is touring the UK. Named Breakin' Convention the event brings together the best international and national Hip Hop artists.
Eye of the Fly (Carr Hill) have been invited to take part in the performance at the Theatre Royal on Wednesday 9th May.
Visit : www.theatreroyal.co.uk for more information.
Watch this space for 'Eye of the Fly' video footage.
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March 12, 2007
We need your old shoes.................
Carrhill is an official Shoebiz collection point. Thanks to shoe collections nationwide, Blue Peter has raised enough money to buy 152 bikes for community care workers, 893 art kits, 3,333 skipping ropes, 66,652 memory books to help children to remember their parents… and lots more!
But your hard work isn’t over yet. There are more than 600,000 children orphaned by AIDS in Malawi, and the Shoebiz appeal can to help even more of them.
Carrhill children have donated many pairs of shoes to the cause. This week we would like to make a last push before the collection date next week.
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Sportshall Athletics.
As part of the Schools Sports Coordinators Programme, Thomas Hepburn Community School hosted an athletics event. Year 5 children from local Primary Schools competed in several disciplines. As Thomas Hepburn head the cluster group, they selected children from the competing schools to form a Thomas Hepburn team.
Chloe Batey and Arun Jaraith were selected and represented the Secondary School at a Gateshead Stadium athletics event.
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Hoops For Health.
Years 5 and 6 recently enjoyed some personal coaching from the Newcastle Eagles. Basketball players from the local team held a series of workshops within school promoting healthy lifestyles and keeping fit.
The course culminated in a basketball competition at the Northumbria Centre where Carrhill won through to the finals.
Friday 23rd February, Carrhill played in the final at Newcastle Arena, where we won 6/2.
Well done Carrhill.
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December 13, 2006
Nativity Video
Carr Hill children wow shoppers in Eldon Square. Well done everyone!
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November 20, 2006
Carr Hill steals the show in Eldon Square.
As our reputation for performance spreads, Eldon Square invited us to help launch Christmas 2006. Children from KS1 performed a nativity, accompanied by KS2 singers. BBC televion's Paddy MacDee described us as a truly special school, before introducing the performance. Many Carr Hill parents came along to support us and the general public enjoyed the show.
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Reception children show their support for Children in Need.
As Children in Need launched their appeal for 2006, Carr HIll raised money for this worth while cause. Children paid £1.00 to 'dress down' or in the case of Miss Rickerby's reception class, 'dress up'.
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November 11, 2006
Anti-Bullying Competition 2006.
From November 20th, Carr Hill will be celebrating Anti-Bullying week. Posters and leaflets are extremely difficult to find, therefore in true Carr Hill tradition, we will solve this problem ourselves. Children from all year groups are invited to enter a poster competition. All entries should be no larger than A3 and should include an anti-bullying slogan. Entries should be handed to School Councillors by November 23rd. Winning entries will be framed and displayed in school throughout the year.
Why note visit the Anti-Bullying Week site for ideas.
www.Bullying.co.uk
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August 14, 2006
Sarah receives the Jenny Parkin Award.
As the school year comes to an end, we look forward to our leavers assembly. Parents joined us as we thanked Year 6 for their hard work before saying goodbye. The Jenny Parkin Award was presented this year to Sarah Durrant. The award recognises all the attributes that make Sarah a true 'Carr Hill Kid'.
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The Maureen Padgett Award 2006.
This year saw the introduction of a new award. Laura Travell is the first pupil to receive the Maureen Padgett Award. Maureen served as a school governor for many years. Her commitment to our school was immeasurable and touched all aspects of school life. The award will be presented annually in recognition of 'true commitment' to our school, a fitting reminder of Maureen's dedication.
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