Year 1 spent the day in Squirrel and Robin Wood on Wednesday. They had a fun filled day which included toasting bread on the fire, exploring the magic of potions and wands, making wooden owls, painting with mud and clay, and singing around the campfire. This inspiring day in the autumn sunshine was run by our Forest school teacher Mrs Mitchell. A day full of laughter, discovery, learning and play!
Click here to watch a wonderful video of the children singing by the firepit.
Mrs Jo Morris, Year 1 Teacher
Taking Part
Wild Wisdom Challenge Year 5 and 6
Just a reminder about the challenge that is open to Year 5 and 6 to raise awareness of climate change and sustainability, to join the online Wild Wisdom Global Challenge 2022. This exciting challenge has been introduced in Geography lessons this week and can be accessed from home. An abundance of online resources are available to explore independently and learn more about key environmental issues. This year the focus is on Big Cat species and the integral role they play within their ecosystems. Using this knowledge, pupils will then take part in a series of quizzes, competing against schools all over the world.
The Challenge requires pupils to register on the Challenge webpage-open now!
Step 1 – Pupils create a login on the Challenge webpage itza.io by picking a username and creating a password. As your child is under the age of 13, they must give an email address for a parent or guardian in order to approve their account.
Step 2 – Pupils use their school code to register for the Challenge
The Year 5 and 6 concert is at 16:30 on Tuesday 8th November and will involve the whole of Year 6, the Year 5 Choir, Year 5 and 6 String Group and individual soloists.
Please note this event in your diary which should be over by 17:30. Please contact Mrs Mary Westley on marywestley@crosfields.com if you have any queries.
Mr Richard Adams, Director of Music
Up and Coming
CPA Fireworks Returns on Sunday 6th November!
Gates will open at 16:30, with the display by Star Fireworks at 18:00. There will be music from Tadley Brass Band and comforting locally sourced food and drinks to buy.
Tickets are £8 per person (children 3 and under go free, but please select a ticket when purchasing for capacity purposes).
As part of our commitment to reducing the usage of single-use plastic, we will not be selling glowing items or providing children with glow sticks. Instead, we are delighted to announce that there will be a return of The Pumpkin Competition!
Tickets will go on sale at 09:00 on Monday 10th October – the CPA would appreciate all purchases being made through Classlist. If anyone is unsure how to do this please email cpa@crosfields.com
Celebrations Collect
Each Friday is our Celebrations Collect for Year 3 to Year 6. It is a lovely opportunity to celebrate all the wonderful things that children have achieved and cap off the week. We are keen to give parents the opportunity to join us should you wish. At this stage it is a trial. We hope to be able to have it as a weekly opportunity open to all year groups but will restrict it to the plan below for now. You do not need to book a slot. Simply drop off your child and make your way to the dining hall at 08:30. Please help yourself to tea and coffee which will be situated under the atrium (the covered area next to the dining hall) from 08:20.
Friday, 4th November – Year 6
Mr John Ireland – Deputy Head Academic – Junior School
Performing Arts
See what performance events are coming up at Crosfields this term. Please look here for any correspondence regarding upcoming performance events, information and photos from our performances in Crosfields Junior School. Photos for various performances are shared in the weekly Flickr album. We have a really exciting term full of events so please check here to save these key dates in your diary!
Informal Concerts – General Information
Throughout the year we hold several informal concerts at Crosfields. These occasions are an ideal opportunity for new and experienced players to perform in an informal environment with a smaller audience and enjoy listening to a range of performances from other children. Mistakes will happen! This is a great environment to conquer nerves, learn how to recover from mistakes and practice dealing with the pressure of performing, with an understanding and encouraging audience.
If they are participating, the pupils may often be asked to perform to a teacher in school prior to the concert, to ensure they are confident with their piece and we will arrange a rehearsal for any pupils who need an accompanist on the day.
Please ensure your child brings their music to school on the day they are performing, including any accompaniments. Parents are warmly invited to watch their children perform and collect them directly from the theatre after the concert. The concerts last around 45 minutes.
Tuesday 8th November – Years 5&6 Instrumentalists and Choirs Concert
Time 16:30-17:30 Venue – Theatre
If your child takes part in either the Year 5 or 6 Choir they will be performing in this concert. Various groups and soloists will also be arranged within school. Children involved in this concert will remain after school and can be collected after the concert either directly from the theatre or from their usual Late Stay location. Parents are warmly invited to attend.
Friday 11th November – 4M Performance
Time 9:15 Venue Theatre
Parents of 4M are invited to attend this event. More information to follow.
Friday 18th November – Year 1 Christmas Play
Time 9:15 Venue – Theatre
Tea and coffee will be served in Acorns Hall prior to the performance. Year 1 parents are invited to attend this event.
Thursday 24th November – Reception Christmas Play
Time 9:15 Venue – Theatre
Tea and coffee will be served in Acorns Hall prior to the performance. Reception parents are invited to attend this event.
Friday 2nd December – Nursery Nativity
Time 9:15 Venue – Theatre
Tea and coffee will be served in Acorns Hall prior to the performance. Reception parents are invited to attend this event.
Thursday 8th December – 3R Class Performance
Time 9:15 Venue – Acorns Hall
Parents of 3M are invited to attend this event. More information to follow.
Friday 9th December – Year 2 Christmas Play
Time 9:15 Venue – Theatre
Tea and coffee will be served in Acorns Hall prior to the performance. Year 2 Parents are invited to attend this event.
In the Spotlight 
Taking Part 
Up and Coming 
Performing Arts 
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