Beachborough Newsletter: Friday 4th October 2024

The Beachborough Friends Quiz Night

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Beachborough Friends, for organising a brilliant quiz evening on Friday. With eleven exciting rounds—from “Famous Faces” to “Are You Smarter than a Beachborough Kid?”—there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Congratulations to the winning team, Ludvic’s Fans, which included current and former staff members and their partners. It was especially lovely to welcome back Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, who are thoroughly enjoying their retirement.

A big thank you as well to our lively quizmaster, Dave De Niese, for making the night so much fun. His energy and humor were the perfect touch to a wonderful evening!

Mrs Mitchell 

Beachborough’s Senior Schools’ Fair

On Thursday afternoon, we were joined by 33 senior schools from across the country, for our biennial fair.

The Whybrow Theatre was full of wonderful displays, which showcased the facilities and learning opportunities that each school could offer our Beachburians. The doors opened at 4pm, and the representatives were on hand to answer our families questions; with prospectus’, flyers, and branded goodies to share, the information came in bucketfuls, which left our parents and children feeling reassured and confident in their future education.

The event was a huge success, and we extend our thanks to the fantastic schools who travelled to join us.

News from Mrs Jovic

Ex-Boardman teacher, Mrs Jovic has been very busy since leaving Beachborough in the summer and, at the moment, she’s supporting her son Adam as he completes an incredible charity challenge! He is running solo from John o’ Groats in northern Scotland to Lands End in Cornwall – a distance of approximately 870 miles in 33 days!

Adam has chosen to raise money for  two cancer fighting charities; Prostate Cancer UK and Macmillian Cancer Support as sadly Cancer has and is affecting members of his family.

If you would like to follow Adam Jovic on his inspirational run, you can do so on his Facebook page, and should you wish to donate, just click the link below. JOGLE RUN – Adam Jovic | givestar

Thank you!

U13 Hockey Matches on Wednesday

What a wonderful hockey afternoon we had on Wednesday at Bloxham. U13 Cavs had Mr Knowles in charge, and he was their lucky charm. With no keeper, they managed to score 5 goals and drew 5-5. Mr Knowles was so impressed with their grit and determination, as well as their fabulous teamwork.

The B team were supported by Miss Embley, who was thrilled with how the girls played against a really tough and skilful Bloxham team. They were 2-0 at half time, and with Miss E’s excellent knowledge of the game and coaching skills, the girls and Edgar kept a clean sheet for the second half.

The A team did not have an easy match, the first half ended 0-0; our words at half time was just to calm down and play our game. We conceded a goal early in the second half, then we brought Grace T on, who ran down and scored within about 10 seconds. This boosted our confidence, so the goals just kept coming! One thing which really shone when you are playing against a skilful team, is fitness and determination – our girls have this in abundance, which gave us the edge. Awesome hockey from all of Form VII and VIII.

Thank you to Mrs Tennant for the wonderful pictures! If any other parents ever get picture of the girls at our matches, please email them to me for the newsletter.

Mrs Howkins

Club Credits!

What have our Sports Captains / Positions of Responsibility been up to? 

Beth J is not only our Head Beachburian, but an excellent swimmer who trains multiple days a week. Last academic year, Beth managed to qualify at the IAPS Regional Championships, for the National Finals held at the London Aquatic Centre (venue for London 2012 Olympics) and achieved a PB. Beth wants to enhance her leadership skills further by supporting her peers through swimming. Beth has been helping the PE Department, by planning the Sharks sessions each week and giving up her Monday evening to help coach Beachborough children at Brackley pool. Thank you Beth for your support with the swimming!

Mrs Howkins

The results are in! 

Be Yourself

We are thrilled to invite you to join us in supporting B Charity, an initiative born from the hearts of local GPs, Dr. Jane Cassidy and Dr. Jean Coles, both of whom have witnessed firsthand the urgent need for better mental health support among our children and young people in Brackley.

In recent times, there has been a significant rise in mental health challenges facing school-aged children, yet access to appropriate resources has been alarmingly limited. With long waiting lists and services often located far from our community, many young people find themselves without the support they desperately need. B Charity was established to fill this gap, focusing not just on crisis intervention but also on proactive measures that promote mental wellness.

Our mission is to work directly with primary and secondary school students in Brackley, offering a range of services including yoga and mindfulness sessions, group well-being discussions on vital topics like friendship, neurodiversity and  anxiety, as well as one-on-one therapy and art therapy. We are also dedicated to empowering teachers and parents through training and seminars, ensuring that the entire community is equipped to nurture our children’s mental health.

Previous Beachborough parent, Dr. Cassidy, alongside trustees Dr Victoria Morrell and Simon Morrell (current Beachborough parents), understand the importance of nurturing our children’s well-being during their formative years, and are well aware of the disparities in mental health and wellbeing support available at schools like Beachborough, and state schools in Brackley.

This is where Beachborough School comes in! We are supporting “B Charity” on Thursday 10^th October, on World Mental Health Day, when we invite the children to wear bright colours and express themselves. All donations will go to B Charity, enabling them to expand their services and reach even more young people in need. Their dream is that every child in Brackley receives some preventative mental health support during their time at school, and that there is easy, and rapid access to group or one to one support for children that need it.  Your support can help create a brighter, healthier future for the children of our community.

https://www.b-yourself.org.uk/

Thank you for you support.

Egyptian Day with FIII

On Monday, 30th September, Form III embarked on an exciting adventure, traveling back in time to explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Dressed as iconic figures such as Tutankhamen, Cleopatra, Isis, Anubis, and Basset, the children embraced the ancient culture with enthusiasm. We even had a few mummies roaming the hallways!

The day kicked off with a hands-on mummification ceremony led by none other than Mr. Jackson, our resident “ancient priest.” The children got creative as they mummified their own teddies, a fun and educational activity that gave them a glimpse into the fascinating burial rituals of the Pharaohs. They also crafted intricate amulets and personalized papyrus bookmarks, using hieroglyphs and sparkling jewels to add a touch of ancient artistry.

A highlight of the day was the Gods and Goddesses Workshop, led by another Mr. Jackson, our new Head of History in the Manor House. In this interactive session, the children learned all about the fascinating pantheon of Egyptian gods and goddesses, understanding the significance of each deity in the lives of Ancient Egyptians. The workshop was a perfect opportunity for the students to deepen their knowledge whilst having fun.

Throughout the day, Form III was immersed in a variety of Egyptian-themed activities. From singing and solving puzzles to cracking ancient codes and tackling mathematical challenges, the students were fully engaged. The fun-packed schedule allowed them to experience what life might have been like in the land of pyramids and pharaohs.

By the end of the day, the children felt as if they had truly lived as Ancient Egyptians. The combination of hands-on learning, music, art, history, and mythology made for a memorable and enriching experience. It was a day they will surely remember for a long time to come.

Mrs Preece and Mrs Keen

*please note, Hello Yellow Day is no longer taking place on Thursday 10th October. Instead, we are asking our Beachborough community to wear COLOURFUL and BRIGHT clothes that make them happy, in order to support a local Brackley charity, B Yourself.

Food items can include:

• Tinned goods e.g baked beans, spaghetti, tomatoes, soup, fruit, tuna, vegetables, rice pudding.
• Cartons of: long-life milk, custard, tomato sauces
• Packets of: biscuits, teabags, coffee, sugar, Cup a Soup, breakfast cereal, stock cubes, dried pasta, cereal bars
• Jars of: jam, marmalade, spreads

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS VIA THE BEACHBOROUGH FRIENDS WEBSITE, HERE: FIREWORK NIGHT 2024

What’s on next week?

Mon 7th
Whole School Charity Harvest Colour Collection: Donations in aid of Brackley Food Bank
9.00am – 4.00pm – Forms V-VIII – Visit from the YSC. (Whybrow Theatre)
3.00pm – Governors Meeting – Ed Tech
4.00pm – Amazon Web services talk – Esports & Robotics Teams
6.00pm – Governors Meeting – Education

Tues 8th
All Day – Reception Class – Form VIII Flu Vaccinations (Whybrow Theatre)
All Day – Stowe Prep School Musical Theatre Day (selected singers)
11.30pm – Photographer Caroline Rushton visiting – Girls’ sport
2.30pm – Girls’ Hockey: U9s (2 teams) v Swanbourne House (A)*
2.30pm – Girls’ Hockey: U8s (2 teams) v Swanbourne House (H)*
2.30pm – Boys’ Rugby: U9s (all boys) v Swanbourne House (A)*
2.30pm – Boys’ Rugby: U8s (all boys) v Swanbourne House (H)*
4:00pm – 6:00pm – EYFS (Nursery, Kg & Rec) Parents’ Evening (EYFS Classrooms)*
4:00pm – 6:00pm – FIII & FIV Parents’ Evening (Boardman Foyer)*
6.00pm – Brass Concert for pupils of Mr Lewis (The Whybrow Theatre)*

Weds 9th
8.05am – 8.25am – Tutor Team Meeting
8.30am – 9.00am – Form III-VIII Club Assembly – Club Harvest Charity Event (Whybrow Theatre)
9.00am – Form VII Residential to Condover Hall, Shropshire Departs
2.00pm – Boys’ Rugby: U10 and B @ Bilton Grange Festival (A)*
2.15pm – Girls’ Hockey: Colts A, B, Cavaliers, Tigers and Eagles v Spratton Hall (Stowe School)*
2.30pm – Girls’ Hockey: U13A and B v Spratton Hall (A)*
2.30pm – Boys’ Rugby: U11A, B and C v Spratton Hall (H)*
2.30pm – Boys’ Rugby: U13A and B v Spratton Hall (A)*

Thurs 10th
World Mental Health Day – In Support of B Yourself
9.45am – 12.30pm – Form VIII Elevate Education Revision Study Guide (Maths Rooms)
2.00pm – Governors’ Meeting – Marketing
5:00pm – 7:00pm – EYFS (Nursery, Kg & Rec) Parents’ Evening (EYFS Classrooms)*
5:00pm – 7:00pm – FIII & FIV Parents’ Evening (Boardman Foyer)*
7.45pm – World Mental Health Day Concert at Stowe School

Fri 11th
Brackley Food Bank Collection Day
10.00am – IAPS U11 Girls’ Football Regional Championships (A)
5.00pm – Form VII Residential to Condover Hall, Shropshire Returns
7.00pm – Kites Friday Night Boarding – BMX & Scooter Academy

Sat 12th
10.30am – Boarders Collected
11.00am – Great Beachborough Pumpkin Hunt