Newsletter # Issue 18

Contact us: General Line: +604 892 7777

Primary Office: (TIPS)+604 892 7703 (STPS): +604 892 7707

Secondary Office: +604 892 7717

Fax: +604 899 8826

E-mail: penang@tenby.edu.my

Date: 25th April 2016

Tenby Schools Penang

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Message from the Corporate Office

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Parkinson as Tenby Schools‘ new Chief

Executive Officer.

Mark has substantial experience in education management and has been contributing to scholastic

development for more than 18 years. With the Tenby Schools now part of ILMU Education Group, Mark

steps in at an excellent time to further the Schools‘ growth journey.

A big believer in harnessing IT as an integral part of education and its management, Mark is dedicated

to providing an all-round education integrating the use of innovative international best practices. He is

also an active writer and researcher covering a broad range of topics related to the theory and practice

of education. Mark brings strong interpersonal skills and people management, which will no doubt

strengthen relationships with students and parents.

Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Mark. Together with ILMU Education Group‘s

support, students, parents as well as the global community that has been built by Tenby Schools, can

look forward to a sustainable, stronger future of achievement and success.

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From the Campus Principal

Welcome to the latest edition of the Tenby Schools, Penang newsletter.

Traffic Flow Outside Tenby Campus

We all expect there to be some traffic congestion within the Tenby campus at drop-off and pick-up times, and this

has been addressed through this Newsletter and through TSPA meetings regularly. As previously stated, we are

able to regulate the movement of vehicles within the campus but have no authority on the roads surrounding the

School.

The TSPA, with the agreement of the School, has produced a schematic that should assist in alleviating the more

severe bottlenecks for vehicles entering Jl Lembah Permai from the slip road opposite Gate 4 and Gate 2.

Parents and drivers are asked particularly to ONLY TURN LEFT onto Jl Lembah Permai when leaving from Gate 4

(STS drop-off and pick-up). There have been accidents and near misses with vehicles attempting to turn right, plus it

leads to serious congestion.

With patience and consideration we can make drop-off and pick-up safer and more efficient for all.

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Staff of Tenby Schools, Penang

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Weekly Information (25th

– 29th April 2016)

This Week

SEC IGCSE & A Level Exam starts 3rd May 2016 till 10th June 2016.

Monday

ALL Labour Day Public Holiday —School closed.

PRI

SEC TISS 4.00pm-5.00pm—MVP/Tenby Basketball U15 Invitational Tournament in Sports Hall & Basketball

Court by Coach Tan and Adrian assisting in boy‘s team, Y8-10. (12 from our school & 19 from other school

Tuesday

SEC TISS 8.15am-3.00pm – IGCSE & A Level Exams in Library [IGCSE Geography 0460/13; Malay (writing)

0546/43; 1st Language English (Reading-22); AS Biology 9700/22]

Wednesday

PRI TIPS, Year 2 Batik Factory Trip

SEC

TISS 8.15am-3.00pm – IGCSE & A Level Exams in Library [IGCSE Math (Core) 0580/13; Math (Ext)

0580/23; AS Math (Pure) 9709/13 (room 521); Biology (Practical Group 1); Biology (Practical) Group 2 (room

521); Biology (Alt to Practical 0610/62; AS Chemistry 9701/22; English Language 9093/12]

Thursday

SEC TISS 8.15am-3.00pm – IGCSE & A Level Exams in Library [AS History 9389/13; AS Physics 9702/22]

Friday

PRI STP, 3.45pm–4.00pm, 6th May & 7th May—Motivation Camp at Tenby School. (S6 - 20 students attending).

SEC

STSS 8.00am-8.20am - Assembly in basketball court.

TISS & STSS, Saturday 14th May—Open Day.

TISS—Options Hand In for Year 9 IGCSE by today, 6th May 2016.

TISS 8.15am-3.00pm – IGCSE & A Level Exams in Library [IGCSE Geogrphy 0460/23; AS Economics

9708/22; IGCSE 1st Lang English (writing & composition) 0500/32-private candidate]

STSS 8.30am-10.30am — Bahasa Malaysia Day.

Upcoming Events

ALL Saturday, 14th May—Tenby Open Day

PRI TIPS, 18th May - Parents Information Meeting (Y5 & Y6)- 8.20am at TISS - Led by Mr. Paul Walton

SEC

Saturday, 7th-9th May-‖Tenby in Harmony‖ Performance in Malaysian Philharmonic Concert Hall at

Petronas Twin Towers Kuala Lumpur (Trip Leader: Mr Nick).

TISS Tuesday & Wednesday, 19th & 20th July—Tenby Annual Production.

TISS Saturday, 16th July—Tenby Summer Fair.

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From The Head of STPS

In the previous newsletter, I mentioned having growth mindset as a tip for surviving primary school for parents and also a good attribute to cultivate in our children. A Growth Mindset means that a person believes that he/she or others can progress and improve their skills, knowledge and abilities or whatever they set out to do. It means that it is alright to say 'I can't do it…Yet' or 'I will keep trying and I will get better‘. It is having a positive approach when we are trying to learn or achieve what we are set on doing. Having such a mindset is important to us as parents, teachers and students.

The experts have agreed that people with growth mindset have certain traits which are listed below:-

They do not waste time feeling sorry for themselves. Self-pity is a destructive component of the human psyche and will create a negative approach to most things that happen to you in life. You see, the goal is replaced by self-pity with a sense of relief.

They do not shy away from change. In today‘s context ―Change is inevitable, change is constant‖ – Benjamin Disraeli. We tend to resist change due to the risk associated with it. I will be the first to admit that making changes can be a frightening thing to do, but shying away from the suggested change prevents growth and allows others to pass you by. We as adults and students must embrace changes lest we are left behind and stagnate.

They stand up for themselves. You need to keep a track of your goals and always work towards them. Steven Covey – ―Begin with the end in mind‖

They do not focus on things that they can‘t control. Act from your circle of influence. Better to focus on what you can do, and do it well. Do your job! Trying to be in control of everything is a response to anxiety.

They do not worry about pleasing everyone. You will be stronger and more confident if you stop judging yourself by what you believe other people think of you.

They do not spend time dwelling on the past. To quote Mother Teresa ―Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has yet to come. We have only today. Let us begin‖ Enjoy the present and look to the future.

When students, educators and parents have a growth mindset, they understand that intelligence can be developed. Students focus on improvement instead of worrying about how smart they are. They work hard to learn more and get smarter. As a result they have better motivation in school, score better grades and higher test scores.

Parents will realise that they need to support their children‘s learning inside and outside the classrooms. Collaborate with the teachers and school to ensure that children are challenged and given the opportunity to grow.

Teachers will see that students can be nurtured – can learn and succeed and strive to provide the platform for the students to do and show it.

I hope the idea of a growth mindset will make us view things differently.

Kind Regards,

Mr. Cheah Sin Hock

Head of Sri Tenby Schools

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Key Dates for

May

Fri. - Sat

6th - 7th May

Motivation Camp for

Junior 6 pupils only.

Check in - 6th at 3.45pm

Check out - 7th at 4pm

Fri. 27th May

Primary Sports Day

At the Assembly

Students are encouraged to present

items either in a group or individually

during assembly. This is one activity that

we do to encourage our students to be

confident and have good self-esteem.

The photographs showed students in

Tahun One, Tahun Two presenting their

items.

Thank you and Keep up the good work.

Junior Explorer Swimming Program

Congratulations to all our students who completed the Junior Explorer Swimming

Program Level 1 in collaboration with Life Saving Society of Malaysia , Penang.

Photographs show them proudly displaying their certificates.

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Kishwer the story-teller

Kishwer telling the first part of a story which he wrote

himself. It is a very interesting story. He captivated the

attention of all the students during his presentation as

they listened eagerly to follow the story. He ended the

first part the story at a point when the students wanted

more. The last episode will be presented next week.

Well done Kishwer!!

Bahasa Malaysia – Language Arts

Permainan Tradisional Bermain Congkak dan Batu Seremban.

Bermain dan berbicara untuk menyampaikan maklumat tentang

permainan Congkak dan Batu Seremban.

Traditional Games -― Congkak‖ and ―Batu Seremban‖

As part of the Language Arts component of the Bahasa Malaysia

syllabus students play Malay traditional games ―Congkak‖ and ―

Batu Seremban‖. During this session they will train their oral skills

of discussing with their fellow classmates, hold a conversation

with correct language usage and presenting information about

what they were doing.

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From The Head of STSS

Dear Parents,

We had a very successful ‗Sweets Day‘celebration last week. It was a whole school event . Everyone had a lot of fun

learning about the cultural event and watching performances put up by students from all four Tenby schools. Thank

you for the support from everyone, including parents.

Activities and events like ‗Sweets Day‘ show that school is not just about teaching and learning concepts. It is the

place where the foundation for character- building can be set. It is through such planned actions and activities that

that students learn values, virtues and skills

In STSS, many programmes such as, fund-raising for the ‗Protection of Children Society‘ or for a school graduation

dinner and competitions, not only help in the attainment of academic goals, but also teach a whole range of skills and

values necessary for building character.

Students get to practice collaboration, planning, organising. In addition they learn that to do something successfully,

they need to hear others out, to be sincere and honest, take responsibility and to be persistent. It is character

education that lasts beyond the classroom and these are virtues that help students become better people and hence,

contribute to make a better world.

In the month of May, there are plenty of opportunities for character education through two activities, that is the

Bahasa Malaysia Day and Teachers‘ Day Celebration.

Bahasa Malaysia Day, which falls on 6 May, will offer students, a chance to participate in a ―Deklamasi Sajak &

Syair‖ competition, that is a Poetry Recitation Competition.

The competition promises to be an exciting event as poetry recitation in Bahasa Malaysia requires specific skills and

including the special element of ‗dramatisation‘ in the delivery of their poem in a competition. When well delivered

the poem can be a feast for the eyes and ears, let alone touching the hearts of the spectators.

So the academic content is fulfilled. How then does character education come into the picture in a Bahasa Malaysia

Poetry Recitation Competition?

First, the activity requires of the competitor, diligence, patience and perseverance, as he trains to present the poem

in the competition. He learns that he needs his teachers‘ guidance and the constructive feedback of his peers to

steer him on the path to success. There is also development of relationships among students. Many students rally

round to organise the event. There are master of ceremony, the programme planner, the student who sees to the

seating arrangements – all of these forge a bond among students and teachers. Social and emotional learning is

hence emphasised besides academic learning.

In conclusion, in STSS we believe that every student can be guided to realise his best potential academically. Even

more important, every student can cultivate and put into practice values and virtues that are learnt in the course of

their particiption in school activities. They are smart, intelligent and well-equipped with positive character traits to

face challenges in life.

Best regards,

Thum Lin Chee

Head of Sri Tenby Secondary School

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Key Dates for

May

Fri. 6th May

Bahasa Malaysia Day

Sweets day

Sweets Day is a celebration of the Tamil New Year.

In Tenby Schools, Penang. This is celebrated in a

big way. On 22 April, at 8.30 a.m. students and staff

were all gathered under the canopies, eagerly

waiting for the celebration to begin. Many were

dressed in colourful, traditional Indian attire and

there was a sense of vibrancy of colours coming

alive from the ‗rangoli‘ created with coloured rice, the

backdrop of flowers, the mystical, chromatic

suspended clay pot to the lively Indian music. The energy was electric.

The campus Principal,

Mr. Gregory and all

Heads of schools

graced the event. There

were speeches by Mr.

Gregory, Mr. Cheah and

Mdm. Thum . Then the

‗Lighting of the Lamps‘

ceremony (―kuttu vilaku

villa‖) began. The

Principal and Heads of

Schools lighted the

wicks of the oil lamps to

symbolise the triumph of

good over evil and the

creation of positive

energy

Next, was the pot- breaking event, known as ―uri adithal‖ in tamil (―uri‖ means pot;

―adithal‖ means hit) The colourful clay pot, filled with sweets and candies was

suspended from a metal frame. To usher in good luck for the New Year , the pot

must be hit with a stick until it breaks, releasing all the sweets that symbolise good

luck, health and wealth. However , there is a catch to this seemingly easy act of

breaking the pot- it must be done blindfolded!

Our Principal has always professed this to be his favourite activity during ‗Sweets

Day‘ and so, he was duly blindfolded, spun around a couple of times and then he

took aim. Yes, he broke the pot... after a lot of loud prompting from the crowd! Kudos

to a very sporting Mr. Gregory! Everyone had so much fun

From then on, it was one exciting and energising performance after another. Cute

and talented primary students from TIPS and STPS showed their prowess in dances

and songs while students from STSS and TISS wowed the crowd with mesmerising

presentations of Indian classical dances and the ‗tabla‘.

We are happy that the event was a huge success, gauging from the loud applause

and cheers and positive feedback. However, what is most important is the

participation of all 4 schools in the event and the support given by students and staff

so that every one had a smashing time!

Thank you and we look forward to ‗Sweets Day‘ in 2017.

The Sweets Day Committee.

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Scouts - learning to pitch a tent

The scouts learnt how to pitch a tent. However, before that, they

needed to be aware that checking the condition of tents for safety

reasons is imperative. Hence the scouts checked all the six A-frame

tents. They were guided each step of the way by the teacher advisor,

Ms. Chang, to ensure that all the parts of the tents were intact.

In general, the tents are safe to be used except for one which had

missing nails and screws. These will be replaced. It is hoped that in

time, the dome-shaped tents will be added as the present A-frame

tents have their limitations. Finally the scouts pitched the tents and

looked at their handy work with pride. They are all set to go camping!

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A Form 5 Literature lesson

―Prove to me that the Head Abbot isn‘t biased against girls furthering their education! ― says Desy.

―Well, actually he is not. His views are not just meant for girls. He is merely stating that anyone can be ‗educated‘

if the tenets of religion is adhered to…‖ explained Kimberley.

That led to a very lively discussion in the literature component lesson. The students presented their views in

groups. Indeed many brought fresh perspectives to the topic. Ideas were interesting and relevant and they made

themselves proud in the very organised, thought-provoking presentations. It also engaged them all in deep and

meaningful reflection about issues in society.

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We have set a target

for him and we believe

he can make it.

How is he doing

in your lesson?

He enjoys his lesson

very much.

Please write your feed-

back. It helps us to help

the students .

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MSSPP Competition’ 2016

STSS students represented the Kelawai Zone for the

MSSPP. Congratulations to Daniel Tai, for coming in

fourth 4th place. We look forward to even better re-

sults in 2017. As for the other competitors– thumbs

up for your sporting spirit and do persevere. Success

will go your way! .

Congratulations to Lee Ming Jian for winning silver

medals in the javelin and the shot putt events. Well

done! We are really proud of you! Work hard towards

winning the gold medal next year!

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From the Head of TISS

Dear Parents,

Our week started off with a dance as our students and staff celebrated our International Dance theme this week.

We had a very well attended Year 9 options event and I would like to thank all staff, parents and students in

making it a very informative, organised and useful evening. Hopefully, everyone has gathered enough information

about the option subjects and the event has contributed to helping our students make good choices with their

IGCSE subjects. I`d like to say a warm welcome to students and parents who will join us from other schools, I hope

you had a good introduction to the staff at school and look forward to seeing you again as you join our school.

The exam window starts this week for IGCSE/AS and A2 exams. Thank you to everyone who is involved

supporting our students and helping them remain focused on their exams.

As mentioned last week, we have further good news about the constant improvement to our facilities at school.

We have now received our swimming starter blocks and these will offer access to a higher quality of learning when

they attend swimming lessons. We look forward to our students competing in more competitions and at a higher

standard.

Warm regards,

Mr Paul Walton

Head of TISS

paul.walton@tenby.edu.my

Parents can follow our Twitter@tisspenang

Theme of the Week

International Dance Day

To celebrate International Dance

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Key Dates for

April

Thurs 28th April

Year 9 Options evening

for Year 10

5.00pm—6.30pm

May

Mon. 2nd May

Public Holiday

Tenby International Secondary School

House Points The current standings in our house points competition:

Jerai – 472

Kinabalu – 395

Ledang – 373

Tahan – 401

Basketball improvements

Check out our new banners on the basketball court. Students are in the process of

designing their own to place around the court.

Student Awards

Jewel (Y10S) competed in and won a gold medal in the

MSSPP girls‘ U15 doubles. She qualified for the national

circuit U16 girls‘ doubles and her and her partner won the

Bronze medal. It is a fantastic achievement to compete

and win medals at the National level of sport.

Well done Jewel.

The Boys‘ U13 basketball team

who have proved themselves to be

the best team in Penang by

winning the league they competed

in and also winning a tournament.

Congratulations.

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There are now less than two weeks remaining before our ‗Tenby in Harmony‘ choir take to the stage in

the Malaysian Philharmonic Concert Hall, Petronas Towers, to perform the epic Carmina Burana!

Students from Tenby Schools Penang will be joining a full orchestra, dancers, and a 150 voice strong

chorus, with students from all the Tenby Schools across Malaysia.

The conductor of the performance, Mr Andrew Auster (principal of Tenby Schools, Setia Eco Park)

appeared on BFM 89.9 last week to be interviewed about the performance. You can hear a recording of

it at http://www.bfm.my/tenby-schools-carmina-burana.html.

Less than 100 tickets are now remaining for this performance on Sunday 8th May, so please contact

Mandy Cheong on 03-3342 1535 to book your seat. Tickets from the MPO website are now sold out.

Hope to see you there!

Mr Nick

Year 9 Maths

Tenby Schools Performs Carmina Burana

Learning about algebraic expressions with Ms Sarah

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Year 8 Geography

In Geography lessons in Year 8 we have been studying

coasts. We have been looking at erosional landforms

created at the coast. 8T made a 3D headland to show

erosional features such as caves, arches, stacks and

stumps.

These are some of the students in 8T with their models: This is

Kaivan Wai Anaraki

Tawan Teekaariyapak also had his picture taken with his 3D

headland

We have also

studied the uses

of the coast. The

students in 8T

made postcards

about a trip – real

or imaginary that

they had taken to

the coast. Thank

you to Justin, Yon

Kin, Shao Wen,

Elvis, Yun Xi, Kris,

Bryan, Keshika, Ji

Woo, Sajif and

Carmen for your

work.

Ms Hannah.

This is Justin Lee with his work

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DT Coursework

A selection of our wonderful IGCSE Design Technology

Coursework from the students in Mr Tim‘s class.

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International Award

Penang National park Bronze practice in March and beach cleanup at Teluk Kampi

Cameron Highlands Bronze qualifying expedition last weekend

History:

2013/14 8 students completed a Bronze canoe qualifying expedition on Lake Kenyir

2014/15 9 students completed a Bronze qualifying expedition hike up Mount Ledang

35 students completed Bronze and Silver practice expeditions in the Penang National park and

forestry park.

2015/16 12 students completed Bronze qualifying expedition hike in Belum national park

13 students completed Bronze qualifying expedition hike in Cameron Highlands

We also have a bronze group planning their qualifying hiking expedition, Silver group planning their qualifying

hiking expedition and another silver group preparing for their practice canoeing trip in Belum. All of these we hope

to complete by the end of the year.

For more pictures from the Cameron Highlands, visit our Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/tenbypenang/

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Under 13 Boys and Girls Football—Student report

On the 18th of April 2016, the U13 boys team when to Uplands after school to play a football match against

Uplands. In the first half, William tackled the ball, pass it to Shim and he scored the first goal for the match at that

day!

The next goal was made by William he controlled the ball, dribbled the ball and scored a goal. The score was 2:0

and Shim scored another goal which changed the score to 3:0. But sadly, Uplands scored a goal against the team,

and the score became 3:1. But Shim scored another goal by shooting a goal using William‘s corner kick.

The first half ended by the score 4:1. After a few minutes, the second half started. This time Uplands scored the

goal first. Then Shim scored another goal and the score became 5:2. Our defenders, Samuel, Ken, and Jeremy did

a very good job by not making them even have a chance to score. Unfortunately, at the last few minutes Uplands

scored a goal and became 5:3. And at the last minute, Uplands got a penalty kick. Happily, they missed the

penalty and the U13 boys won Uplands by 5:3. Everyone did a very good job especially Samuel who was the main

defender and played the full match and helped the goalkeeper a lot and the two attackers, Shim and William who

scored all the 5 goals together. And finally the goalkeeper, Shaun saved more than five goals and helped Tenby to

win against Uplands.

On the same day, U13 girls also played a football match against Uplands. In the first half, Gurudevi dribbled the

ball and scored a goal. Later, Tenby scored another goal by a free kick. The score became 2:0 and the first half

was over. At the second half, sadly Uplands scored a goal and the score became 2:1. But Tenby did not let any

more goals and Tenby won Uplands at a score of 2:1. U 13 girls also did a very good job. The defenders defended

well, the strikers scored the goals, the midfielder supported the striker and finally, the goalkeeper saved the goals.

Good job Tenby!

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Tuesday 3rd May—Exams

Start of IGCSE/AS and A2 Exam window

Friday 6th May—Options Hand in

Year 9 IGCSE options deadline

Open Day– Saturday 14th May

A chance to visit our school during the day, to meet our

teachers and to see exactly why Tenby is a great school to

go to.

Tenby Annual Production—Tuesday & Wednesday 19th & 20th July

Advanced notice of our end of term whole school event

Summer Fair—Saturday 16th July

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From The Head of TIPS

Dear Parents,

Thank you to all the parents and family members who attended our Early Years & Year 1 Sports day this week. All

the children had a wonderful time in the varied events that tested their skills, speed and accuracy.

All children were very proud of their medals that they received after the event.

Regards

Ms Marian

Head of International Primary School

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Key Dates for

May

Wed. 4th May

Year 2 Batik Factory

Trip

Mon - Fri

9th - 20th May.

3 visiting Australian

Teachers from Darwin

University

Sat. 14th May

Tenby Schools Open

Day

Wed. 18th May

PIM for parents of Year

5 & Year 6 children on

KS3 (Year 7-9)

curriculum

Fri. 27th May

Primary Sports Day

Mon - Fri.

30th May - 3rd June

Half Term Break

June

Thurs. 9th June

Year 6 Transition Day

Mon - Fri

13th - 17th June

Horizons Week

Wed. 22nd June

Public Holiday

Thurs. - Fri.

30th June - 1st July

Go For Gold TIPS

Production

Year 5 Myths & Legends

Mr Greg joined all the children as they arrived at school dressed ready for their

special day.

If you were going to be a famous character from a Myth or Legend who would you

be?

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Entry Point

Year 5 have been busy

learning all about the different

characters in a wide range of Myths

& Legends.

For their Entry Point they all

dressed up as a

They all looked amazing and had

thought in great detail about how

the characters looked and behaved.

We are looking forward to seeing

how their writing will now improve

with this thorough understanding of

character.

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Early Years & Year 1 Sports Day

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Bronze Certificates

Congratulations to the children shown here who have all earned their Bronz Certificate:

(from Left) Rui Jian Year 2, Jaycee Year 6, Navya Year 5, Susan Year 6, Kabir Year 2, Freddie & Roy Year 3.

WELL DONE!

Silver Certif

icates

The children above have all received their Silver Merit certificates after they earned 40 merits.

Congratulations to:

Afiq Year 5, Emily Year 2, Xin Jo Year 5, Elyshia Year 2 and Zacchaues Year 2.

We look forward to seeing these children work toward their Gold certificate over the next term.

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