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Current parent, Mrs Patel, gave an insightful talk to Form 4 about the customs and traditions of Hinduism, one of the world’s oldest surviving religions and the religion they are currently studying in class. The ÐÔÓÃÉç found out about the Hindu belief that life is a cycle of birth, death and rebirth and that the actions in this life, or ‘karma’, have an effect on the future.
Form 2 enjoyed an Eco-action day to Lackford Lakes, part of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust, which was designed to empower and inspire the ÐÔÓÃÉç to take action for environmental sustainability. The three main activities focused on water conservation, food miles and reducing plastic usage. It was linked to the sustainability work the ÐÔÓÃÉç have undertaken on Wangari Maathai. MaathaiÌýwas a Kenyan social, environmental and political activist and the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. She achieved the Prize for her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace."
Despite the very rainy afternoon, the weather held and the 2021ÌýÐÔÓÃÉçÌýParents'ÌýAssociation fireworks were back with a bang on 3 November. After having to cancel last year due toÌýCovid, it was wonderful to see so many parents, ÐÔÓÃÉç and staff out and enjoying the spectacular display with up to 900 enjoying the much anticipated event.
The ÐÔÓÃÉç in Forms 4 and 5 were treated to a captivating and often humorous adaptation of theÌýYoung Shakespeare Company’sÌýtouring production of ‘Romeo and Juliet’. The Young Shakespeare Company specialise in introducing Shakespeare's plays to a younger audience. They skilfully involve the ÐÔÓÃÉç by stopping at crucial points in the play, explaining the key plot lines and seeking audience participation.
Form 4 visited Wandlebury Country Park, a 110 acre estate in the Gog Magog hills, just south of Cambridge for a whole day’s activities learning about the life of the inhabitants of the Iron Age. The trip provided an insightful peak into the topic of Prehistoric Britain and the day was full of a selection of hands-on learning activities as well as providing the ÐÔÓÃÉç with opportunities to discuss and reflect on Celtic life. They ÐÔÓÃÉç learnt about Iron Age hill forts, tribal kingdoms, farming, art and culture.
The ÐÔÓÃÉç threshed and winnowed ears of grain andÌýground it in quern
Form 6 had a collaborative art and design technology whole day workshop with world-renowned visual artist,ÌýMr MichaelÌýBrennand-WoodÌýin contact via Zoom. The ÐÔÓÃÉç were encouraged to think about geometry, coloured patterns, the use of different materials, negative shapes and rhythms to create their own unique artwork, exploring textiles and taking inspiration from the artist’s own imagery. MrÌýBrennand-WoodÌýis internationally regarded as one of the most innovative and inspiring artists working in textiles. All the material used for the ÐÔÓÃÉç's work was recycled.
On 17 October 12 members of staff ran in 10th edition ofÌýtheÌýCambridge Half MarathonÌýwhich consisted of a route of 13 miles taking in the most iconic landmarks in the city, including some of the University Colleges, the Bridge of Sighs,ÌýCambridge University's BotanicÌýGardens,ÌýGrantchester's Orchard Tea Rooms and finishing at Midsummer Common.ÌýAssistant Director of Sport, Mr David Millward, enthused, 'Conditions were favourable and there were many impressive performances, including a number of personal best times!ÌýThe support on the course was fantastic and the runners would like to thank
St John’s CollegeÌýwill continue its reputation for musical excellence by featuring male and female voices – both adults and ÐÔÓÃÉç – in its world-renowned choir for the first time. Founded in the 1670s,ÌýThe Choir of St John’sÌýhas a rich, warm and distinctive sound. Known internationally for its broadcasts, concert tours and more than 100 recordings, the choir is made up of around 20 choristers, who join from the age of eight, and around 16 adult choral scholars who are largely students at ÐÔÓÃÉç College, one of the 31 constituent Colleges of the University of Cambridge. The choir
Children in Forms 5 and 6 enjoyed a wonderful afternoon ‘enÌýfrançais’Ìýas part of their French learning.ÌýThe Flying Theatre CompanyÌývisited St John’s to put on an extraordinary hour-long show for the pupils, conducted in French at a suitable level for Key Stage 3 learners. The Flying Theatre Company has been touring and performing Modern Foreign Languages productions throughout the UK for 20 years. Curriculum French based subjects are cleverly woven into the storyline, which follows the day preparing for the village fete - 'Vive la France'.
Sixth Form spent the afternoon at the Imperial War Museum Duxford as part of their Art and English studies on World War One and Two. Duxford is set within the spacious grounds of the famous former First and Second World War airfield and the trip allowed the ÐÔÓÃÉç the time to wander through the hangars, which contain many of the world’s most iconic aircraft.