Please may you complete the relevant online forms, sent to you by Mrs Charles in the Senior School new entrants’ package, by Monday 5th May 2025.
Fresh School Photography will be in school on 13th May, taking class photographs. Please ensure that the children are in school uniform (winter for Year 6) and have their cardigans and blazers with them on the day.
I simply leave you to reflect on these two images and statements this week (oh, and the first full week of Meaningful May).
God Bless You,
Gareth Tindall
Well done to all of the girls in our Golden Books this week:
4 KC Leila A
map using a triangle symbol. She used the clues given on each card to locate where each mountain is in the world, then confirmed their positions using an atlas. Well done, Leila!
Flo E N
answering questions clearly in class on a wide range of topics. Super work, Flo!
Sara W using accurate mathematical language. Well done, Sara!
4 LH Sophia H
Isabelle E
Ellie F for her wonderful ideas whilst exploring mountain related similes, metaphors, personification and alliteration. I can't wait to see the final calligram.
5 AB Jemima H for her enthusiastic participation during our Judaism workshop. Isla M for her enthusiasm and commitment to her OT sessions.
5 KH Esther H for kindness shown to others, completely unprompted. Rosalind D for a thoughtful and detailed evaluation of the workshop on Judaism and traditions for the Passover meal.
6 SG Jasmine N, Lily B and Elizabeth R for their dedication, enthusiasm and passion towards Schola Cantorum. The girls sang beautifully and came in to school with big smiles, despite the late night!
6 MK Elizabeth E for her positive attitude to learning, her focus and attention so far this term. Amelie A for her excellent responses in RE this week when looking at pieces of art work inspired by the resurrection.
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Olivia H for her use of facial expression and body language to show what a character is thinking.
Clemmie W for her excellent contributions to discussions and hard work creating characters.
Harlow G, Tilly G, Summer C and Amelie A for listening closely to direction and creating very amusing characters.
We are delighted to announce that Olivia H has been awarded a Distinction for her Speaking Verse and Prose Entry Level 3 Drama with LAMDA. Olivia’s Drama Tutor at Laines Theatre Arts, Mrs. Phillips, proudly shared that out of 30 entrants for this LAMDA exam, Olivia was top of her class! Well done, Olivia!
We are thrilled to share the outstanding achievements of Jemima in Latin and Ballroom dancing. On Saturday evening at Mairlot Hall, Jemima received her results, scoring an impressive 96% in one category and 98% in the other. Her exceptional performance earned her an award for the highest marks. Congratulations, Jemima, on your remarkable success!
In our second 'Adopt a Chef' session, we learned about the practical skills of how to cut various food items. Thinking about textures, tastes and colours, we made a healthy salad. We took them home at the end of the day to enjoy with our families.
In PSHE this term, Year 4 have been exploring the theme of Friendship. The girls have been thinking deeply about what makes a good friend and how to build strong, positive relationships within our school and year group families. We’ve talked about how friendships come in many shapes and sizes - sometimes we feel very close to certain people and more loosely connected to others. And that’s okay! As we grow, we’ll make new friends, hold onto some, and move on from others. What’s important is understanding that having a variety of friendships is healthyafter all, we’re social beings!
A big focus has been on remembering the positive experiences we have in the playground rather than dwelling only on the negative ones. To help with this, the girls have started keeping a Friendship Diary each day after lunch. This gives them a chance to reflect on moments of kindness, teamwork, and fun. We’ve also looked at all the different ways we can make new friends, including
• Introducing ourselves;
• Asking the other person about themselves;
• Sharing something about ourselves;
• Asking the other person if they would like to play with us or do something with us;
• Showing kindness to the other person;
• Helping the other person.
Using positive body language - look at the person when you are talking to you to show that you are listening, smiling when you are being spoken to - to be encouraging.
We’re proud of the thoughtful discussions and efforts the girls are making to be great friends to one another!
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Sophia H for her excellent recall of Baroque features in music!
Electra B for her enthusiasm and wonderful work in orchestra.
Sophia SS for fantastic singing in our Jungle Book rehearsals!
On Wednesday, Mrs Harris accompanied the Schola Cantorum on a memorable visit to Winchester Cathedral. The day was filled with music, exploration, and joy. The girls spent time rehearsing in the stunning cathedral setting and still found a moment to enjoy a well-deserved ice cream break! Their singing was truly exceptional, and they represented the Prep School with grace, enthusiasm, and professionalism. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and achievements.
If you’d like to hear a recording of their performance, please follow this link https://youtu.be/9keX9aMRIVE
Music Clubs:
Monday
12.45: St Teresa’s Singers (Y.4 & 5)
3.45: Orchestra
Tuesday
12.45: Recorder Club (Y.4)
Wednesday
10.55: Wind Ensemble
4.15: Chamber Choir
Thursday
12.45: String Group
Friday
12.45: Rock Choir
Our journey through Western Music History has taken us to the Renaissance period. The children have been enthusiastically exploring the rich tapestry of music from this era. They've been learning new vocabulary, listening to lively madrigals, and discovering the fascinating instruments used during the Renaissance. To round off the week, they even took part in some Renaissance dancing a fun and active way to bring history to life!
Booking System: st-teresas-equestrian.ecpro.co.uk
For more information, please visit our website www.st-teresas.com/equestrian
Beautiful Rosie joined the STE team very recently and is now available to be ridden by our riders. She is a 14.2 hands Bay Cob.
You can also call direct on 01372 750257 or email: equestrian@st-teresas.com
Find us on Facebook:
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The Summer Term has got off to a fantastic start with riders and ponies enjoying the stunning weather.
Our schedule for the Summer Term is pretty full but we have opened up a number of ad hoc lessons for those students who are interested in riding but aren’t able to commit to a full term.
Please follow the steps below:
• Scan the QR code to reach the booking website.
• Set up an account for you and your rider.
• When this has been done go to the home page of Ecpro.
• Click on the ‘Make a Booking’ button at the bottom of the page.
• Then click on the ‘What’s on Week/Month’ button to see a calendar overview of availability
• Please email equestrian if you would like to pay using Childcare vouchers.
The Sports Scholars Dinner took place on Monday night. The girls were treated to a talk from Olympian Gillian Sanders and enjoyed a delicious South African-themed spread.
Amber B who was presented with the ‘Most Outstanding Equestrian Scholar Award'.
Harriet L who received the ‘Most Committed’ Award.
Claudia B who received the Unsung Leader Award.
Amber B receiving her Certificate on Monday.
Reading
Psalm 117
This day was made by the Lord: we rejoice and are glad.
Give thanks to the Lord for he is good, for his love has no end.
Let the sons of Israel say: ‘His love has no end.’
The moment of the resurrection changes everything. As the woman go to the tomb, travelling in faith and into the darkness-everything is changed everything is transformed. Christ is Risen Alleluia.The God who loves us and made us is always the God of the unexpected moments.This term let us set out like Mary and travel in faith, let us be open to seeing the resurrected Jesus in unexpected places and people.
The early church of course grew from these resurrection moments of encounter. Faith was past on from person to person. God reveals himself to humanity moment by moment.As we start a busy term let us not be afraid, not be daunted for He is alive.
Dear Lord Jesus through your ResurrectionYou paid the debt of sin and redeemed us into the Fathers arms.You cleared away the darkness of the night by the radiance of your rising light.You broke the bonds of death and rose from the grave.You reconciled Heaven and earth and gave us the hope of Eternal life.
Help us to live in the joy of Easter and to carry this joy to others.We pray at this time for the soul of Pope Francis and he makes his final journey into the hands of the father.
Invite you to a fun filled ‘Big May Fair’! A celebration of our schools and community – don’t miss the biggest event of the season! Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit!
Tickets only £5 per family and can be purchased from: www.tickettailor.com/events/cranmoreparentsassociation/1666988
Let’s make memories together at St Teresa’s May Fair
