Congratulations to our rugby teams on their success in the Murray Cup, with Cranmore once again retaining the trophy Radford House enjoyed a similarly successful week, lifting the Merit Cup for both the Lower and Upper Prep
Prep pupils were treated to a wonderful performance by the Senior Orchestra on Monday morning, ahead of 6NC’s assembly on the importance of telling the truth. Today’s assembly followed this theme and explored Time to Talk Day, which encourages us to talk openly and honestly about how we feel.
Reception to Year 2 took part in drama workshops and had a fantastic time using their imaginations Year 3 celebrated their hard work in class with a chocolate fountain, and all children across Prep enjoyed sampling a Yorkshire pudding as a dessert option, topped off with some delicious sauces!
This week, we hosted the IAPS swimming qualifying event. While we wait for the results, we wish all of our Year 4, 5 and 6 swimmers the very best of luck Good luck also to those involved in this weekend’s Dunckley Shield
Mr Heaver
British Science Week 2026 takes place between 6 and 15 March. Once again, pupils in Years 3 to 6 have the opportunity to enter the national competition, which this year is being run in conjunction with Northumberland University.
Create an A4 or A3 poster that considers the question: “What are children and young people’s visions for a good/positive childhood?”
Bring your poster to school and give it to your form teacher, or send it directly to Dr Verny White by Monday 16 March.
Good luck, and get thinking how could you investigate or show what makes the best experiences in childhood?
Full terms and conditions here
Year 3 pupils filled their marble jar and chose to have a chocolate fountain as their treat
Well done, boys, for working so hard!
Lower Prep Drama Workshop
This week, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 enjoyed a wonderful drama workshop, by the company Perform, where the children pretended to be different toys from a shop They enthusiastically took on characters such as animals, soldiers and cars The children joined in brilliantly and there were smiles and giggles all around!
Reception News
This week, in Communication and Language, Mrs Prothero gave us step by step instructions for how to make a polar bear biscuit We had to listen carefully to the instructions and choose the ingredients we needed from a selection of choices. Our biscuits looked so adorable and delicious!
Year 1 News
Year 1 explored prepositions this week through the story Rosie’s Walk by Pat Hutchins The children threw themselves into their learning with brilliant creativity They designed their own colourful chickens inspired by Jackson Pollock’s splatter painting style, experimenting with movement, colour and pattern They then used their artwork as a starting point for writing, inventing their own characters and crafting original stories packed with prepositions. Their creativity shone through.
Yorkshire Pudding Day
Our fabulous caterers, Harrisons, delighted us with a Yorkshire Pudding Day on which Yorkshire puddings were served with a delicious array of filling and sauces.
Sports News
Murray Cup Winners!
Having begun last Thursday, continued on Saturday, and concluded on Tuesday, we are delighted to announce that Cranmore has secured the Murray Cup with an emphatic 7–1 victory in matches. The sporting fixtures between Cranmore and Rokeby are among the longest standing in our calendar, built on a shared commitment to sportsmanship, excellence and mutual respect Each year, eight rugby fixtures, across age groups U9 to U13, contribute towards this prestigious award Congratulations to everyone who played their part in this memorable achievement
IAPS Swimming Regionals at Cranmore
Cranmore proudly hosted the IAPS swimming qualifying round on Wednesday afternoon, welcoming over 100 swimmers who competed in both individual and relay events for a place at the National Finals at the London Aquatic Centre in June
We were delighted to host five visiting schools Milbourne Lodge, Tormead, St Margaret’s, High March and Barfield Preparatory and the standard of competition was exceptional throughout, with several races decided by the narrowest of margins A huge well done to all Cranmore swimmers from Year 5 to Year 8 who took part Special mention goes to Hugo H (Year 4), who stepped up to strengthen the Year 5 relay team and delivered an outstanding butterfly leg.
We look forward to receiving the overall results later this term. It was an excellent afternoon of sport and a fantastic achievement by all involved Cranmore Competitors: Hugo H, Oliver C, George D, Alfie H, Jason S, Theo V, Fabian H, Titus G, Elijah D, Matthew B, Arlo W, Jack T, Oliver P, Harry M, Toby F, Sebastian W, William A, Josh M, Max T.
Sports News
Easter Sports Camp
Lions Sports Academy are hosting an Easter Camp at Cranmore, 30th March - 2nd April
Please see flyer and booking link below Cranmore parents can get a 15% discount using the code: Cranmore15 https://lionssports.academy/bookingpage/School-Camp/Cranmore-School
Mouthguards
Home Fit Cranmore Mouthguard - please use this link to order Cranmore’s bespoke mouth guard (discount code cranmore10 to receive 10% off).
Professional Fit Mouthguard (at local dentists) - Topguards. To book: https://form jotform com/241132543497355 For more information: enquiries@topguards co uk
This Week
A Reading from the Gospel of Matthew
And when the time came for their purification according to the Law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every male who first opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord”) and to offer a sacrifice according to what is said in the Law of the Lord, “ a pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons” Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
Reflection
The Presentation of the Lord shows us faithfulness lived quietly. Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to the Temple in obedience and trust, offering what they have In Simeon and Anna we see lives shaped by patient waiting, prayer, and hope. They recognise in this child the light God has promised a light that comforts, but also challenges, revealing truth and calling for response Candlemas reminds us that Christ comes gently, often unnoticed, yet his light changes everything.
Prayer
God of faithfulness and promise, you fulfilled the hopes of Simeon and Anna when they welcomed Christ into your holy temple
As we celebrate the Presentation of your Son, shine your light into our hearts
Dispel the shadows of fear, weariness and doubt. Teach us to wait patiently and to recognise your presence in ordinary moments Amen.
Monday
Soup Soup of the day
Soup of the day
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Main
Vegetarian
Sweet & Sour Chicken Hong Kong Style Slow Cooked Beef Lasagne
Roast Pork with Yorkshire Pudding, Apple Sauce & Gravy
Sticky Teriyaki Quorn & Aubergine
Sides
Additional
Egg Fried Rice Broccoli
Roasted Vegetable Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Roquette& Balsamic
Tomato Salad
Dessert
Pasta with Tomato & Basil Sauce
Freshly Baked Bread
Salad bar
Apple & Berry
Crumble & Custard
Jacket Potato & Baked Beans
Freshly Baked
Bread
Salad bar
Loaded Mexican Chicken Nachos with Sour Cream, Salsa & Cheese
Braised Lentil Cottage Pie with a Sweet Potato Top Cajun Aubergine & Bean Taco with Sour Cream, Salsa & Cheese
