Wednesday, 26 September 2012
Example Post for DWS
DWS are learning about blogging. This is a demo post to show them what happens when you 'publish' a post!
Sunday, 9 September 2012
Bockleton Trip 2013
We have booked Bockleton 2013 for the beginning of July! The trip will be open to all children in years 2, 3 and 4 and again, is being part subsidised by the school. The trip cost should be £250 but will cost Chad Valers £200. More information coming soon!
Sunday, 8 July 2012
Friday, 6 July 2012
Last Post from 'Bockleton Live'
Well...it's been emotional! Our final evening saw the sun finally come out and warm the fields and we made the most of it, having an hour or so free time outside, before moving inside for a mini-disco and table tennis competition.
The kids have been great fun to be with this week- we've got to know them better and see sides of them we don't usually see in school- and in a good way too! ;-) Watching them grow in confidence, conquer their fears and work together in a wide range of challenges has been hugely satisfying and reminds us why we teach!
Thanks for all YOUR support, the tweets and comments you have made- the children have really appreciated knowing that you have been following them this week via the wonders of the internet- even if it does take hours to upload photos and video from the middle of the countryside. :-(
The children are very much looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow; as previously mentioned, you may need to clear your washing baskets in preparation for the onslaught of mud.
We should be arriving back at school for around 3pm if you would like to come a little early to collect- it might be easier to navigate suitcases down the drive before the buggies arrive! We will be operating a sign-out system tomorrow- once you have been re-united with your child please sign them out with Miss Grosvenor so that we know they've been collected safely.
The videos and photos will be uploaded over the next few weeks onto this blog- we will also tweet updates when new galleries/videos are available so you can share in the excitement of the week with your child. (The Y6 leavers video currently has priority I'm afraid, but we'll get Bockleton vids done ASAP!)
See you all tomorrow...children will need a BATH, a TAKEAWAY and BED. The Bockleton teachers will also be doing the same! ;-) Night night! Mr S
The kids have been great fun to be with this week- we've got to know them better and see sides of them we don't usually see in school- and in a good way too! ;-) Watching them grow in confidence, conquer their fears and work together in a wide range of challenges has been hugely satisfying and reminds us why we teach!
Thanks for all YOUR support, the tweets and comments you have made- the children have really appreciated knowing that you have been following them this week via the wonders of the internet- even if it does take hours to upload photos and video from the middle of the countryside. :-(
The children are very much looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow; as previously mentioned, you may need to clear your washing baskets in preparation for the onslaught of mud.
We should be arriving back at school for around 3pm if you would like to come a little early to collect- it might be easier to navigate suitcases down the drive before the buggies arrive! We will be operating a sign-out system tomorrow- once you have been re-united with your child please sign them out with Miss Grosvenor so that we know they've been collected safely.
The videos and photos will be uploaded over the next few weeks onto this blog- we will also tweet updates when new galleries/videos are available so you can share in the excitement of the week with your child. (The Y6 leavers video currently has priority I'm afraid, but we'll get Bockleton vids done ASAP!)
See you all tomorrow...children will need a BATH, a TAKEAWAY and BED. The Bockleton teachers will also be doing the same! ;-) Night night! Mr S
Thursday, 5 July 2012
Wednesday, 4 July 2012
Day 3 Quick Update
No Twitter messages tonight- too busy dancing! See photos...
Great day 3 doing Zip Wire, Climbing and Shelter building. Some found the Zip and Climb hard but did their best. I filmed from the top of the tower and took lots of photos- video coming tomorrow hopefully.
We had Pizza Day today for evening meal- delicious- lots of people wanted seconds, and some children have said they want to bring the Bockleton dinner ladies back in their cases :-)
"This is the best holiday ever" was heard from one of the boys today!
We set up the disco today for the evening activity, although some children wanted to play 'Harry Potter' in the forest. It's been great seeing them getting on so well and making new friends from other classes!
Less tears tonight and lots of smiles in the disco and during activities- the children were very tired this evening so we had an earlier night and all were in bed by 9.30pm and asleep by 9.45pm.
We're paddling on Bockleton lake tomorrow (in boats!), doing the Crate Stack and some team problem solving activities. Off to edit a video to upload tomorrow, so night night! :-) Mr S
Great day 3 doing Zip Wire, Climbing and Shelter building. Some found the Zip and Climb hard but did their best. I filmed from the top of the tower and took lots of photos- video coming tomorrow hopefully.
We had Pizza Day today for evening meal- delicious- lots of people wanted seconds, and some children have said they want to bring the Bockleton dinner ladies back in their cases :-)
"This is the best holiday ever" was heard from one of the boys today!
We set up the disco today for the evening activity, although some children wanted to play 'Harry Potter' in the forest. It's been great seeing them getting on so well and making new friends from other classes!
Less tears tonight and lots of smiles in the disco and during activities- the children were very tired this evening so we had an earlier night and all were in bed by 9.30pm and asleep by 9.45pm.
We're paddling on Bockleton lake tomorrow (in boats!), doing the Crate Stack and some team problem solving activities. Off to edit a video to upload tomorrow, so night night! :-) Mr S
Tuesday, 3 July 2012
More later...
Final group are Power Fanning right now, so photos of these will be published later (probably after 10pm). We also hope to upload some short video clips and messages home starting this evening.
Mr. S :-)
Mr. S :-)
Day One Report
Breakfast of cereal, sausage, egg, beans, toast, yoghurt and fruit set us up for an exciting day. We split into 3 groups for activities and each group is now on their final session of either Power Fan, Rope Challenges or Tunnelling.
Lots of fun has been had by all today- many conquered their fear of heights on the power fan- even Mr Rai had a go and managed to get to the top and jump off without too much screaming. Tunnelling was 'fun and muddy' and Rope Challenges gave the children an opportunity to work together in a large team, helping and supporting each other as they completed a range of tasks!
We have lots of free time planned for this evening- a chance to tire ourselves out before bed and explore the forest and adventure playground.
Day one photos coming soon...will tweet when online! We'll also try some messages home this evening using blogger or twitter, so keep an eye out for them...
Lots of fun has been had by all today- many conquered their fear of heights on the power fan- even Mr Rai had a go and managed to get to the top and jump off without too much screaming. Tunnelling was 'fun and muddy' and Rope Challenges gave the children an opportunity to work together in a large team, helping and supporting each other as they completed a range of tasks!
We have lots of free time planned for this evening- a chance to tire ourselves out before bed and explore the forest and adventure playground.
Day one photos coming soon...will tweet when online! We'll also try some messages home this evening using blogger or twitter, so keep an eye out for them...
First Night!
First night sleep very good actually (NOT what we were expecting!). All asleep by 10.30pm and all got up at a relatively sensible time. Although we had some minor tears before bed last night from a couple of the girls, they fell asleep quickly and were all smiles this morning after a good (and nightmare free!) night. Confidence is growing in their abilities to survive without mum and dad- lets hope it continues! :-)
Monday, 2 July 2012
Day 1 Quick Report!
Thanks for being patient- have found a network point that seems to be letting me through to Google, which the blog and photo slideshows rely on! For some reason this refuses to work upstairs in the staff room, so am sat in the corner of the dining room, blogging away!
Coach journey good- no pukers! :-) No traffic, nice and clear.
Weather on arrival- rain.
Weather during local 2 mile walk- rain.
Children after local 2 mile walk- wet and muddy! (Prepare your washing machines for the worst)
Evening meal good- all ate, no complaints. We gave the children a bit of dorm time, free time then an evening activity; Egg Drop; protect an egg being dropped from first floor landing- children did very well at this, making parachutes and landing pads for their eggs!
First evening sleep so far, so good; some teachers have now retired for the evening since all are sleeping- the excitement has worn them out. Let's hope they stay sleeping until morning! More tomorrow...enjoy your first evening of peace and quiet...and don't WORRY!!! Mr. S
Coach journey good- no pukers! :-) No traffic, nice and clear.
Weather on arrival- rain.
Weather during local 2 mile walk- rain.
Children after local 2 mile walk- wet and muddy! (Prepare your washing machines for the worst)
Evening meal good- all ate, no complaints. We gave the children a bit of dorm time, free time then an evening activity; Egg Drop; protect an egg being dropped from first floor landing- children did very well at this, making parachutes and landing pads for their eggs!
First evening sleep so far, so good; some teachers have now retired for the evening since all are sleeping- the excitement has worn them out. Let's hope they stay sleeping until morning! More tomorrow...enjoy your first evening of peace and quiet...and don't WORRY!!! Mr. S
Friday, 29 June 2012
Leaving Time on Monday
We are expecting to leave Chad Vale at approximately 9.45am on Monday. You may wish to come down to the bottom of the school drive to wave us off!
Monday, 11 June 2012
Bockleton 2012- What should I bring?
The centre has wellies and waterproof coats to borrow if you need to.
Plenty of changes of old clothes (at least 5 of everything!) that you don’t mind getting wet/dirty/muddy. Long sleeves/long trousers are required for some activities.
A waterproof coat if you have one (if you haven’t got one don’t worry, we have plenty). This is necessary all year round.
Outdoor shoes/trainers or Walking Boots (will get muddy) and wellies if you have them. Don’t buy new wellies we have loads at the centre for your child to borrow!
Any money (not exceeding £10.00 and preferably in change) should be in a labelled purse or wallet and preferable given to the teacher in charge. The money will be given to the children on Friday morning to spend in the Bockleton souvenir shop.
You must not bring the following
Mobile Telephones/handheld games/digital cameras/MP3 players
Any sweets or food as these encourage mice in the dormitories.
Electric equipment of any kind including hairdryers this has a habit of going missing or getting broken. You won’t have time to use them anyway!
Aerosol body sprays or deodorant – these set off our fire alarms – buy roll on!
Please remember to name/label ALL clothing and footwear before you come.
Final Letter
Our Bockleton Residential is next week and the children and teachers are getting very excited and hoping for great weather! I enclose a copy of the list of things to bring. Please ensure that ALL ITEMS of clothing/belongings are marked with your child’s name- we came back from Manor Adventure this year with 3 full dustbin bags of expensive clothes, many of which were never claimed! If you don’t have a laundry marker/pen, we suggest writing your child’s name/initials on the labels with a biro- this will then wash off on their return!
If you indicated on your medical form that you are happy for us to administer paracetemol, ibuprofen or anti-histamine if required by your child during the week, you will need to send this in a clearly labelled bag. We will collect any medication on arrival for safe-keeping and will return it when we are back at school. We also have the facility to look after any spending money. Please send no more than £10 in change in a labelled wallet or purse, which can be spent in Bockleton’s souvenir shop at the end of the week.
We plan to leave at approximately 9.45am on Monday morning, to arrive at Bockleton around 11am. Children will have lunch on Monday at the centre, so there’s no need to send a packed lunch or pay for school dinners that week. We will arrive back to school on Friday by home-time.
Welcome to Chad Vale's Bockleton Blog 2012. On this page you will find information about the trip and photos, news and video during our week away.
You may 'comment' on any post and we'll try to pass those messages onto your child, although internet access can be a bit patchy whilst we're out there. We will also use our twitter feed to send messages home. You can reply to Twitter messages by creating a free account, following 'chadvaleprimary' and you'll automatically receive updates throughout the week!
You may 'comment' on any post and we'll try to pass those messages onto your child, although internet access can be a bit patchy whilst we're out there. We will also use our twitter feed to send messages home. You can reply to Twitter messages by creating a free account, following 'chadvaleprimary' and you'll automatically receive updates throughout the week!
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