Kingdown Week Friday 11th December 2015

Number 12, 2015-16

Hockey match report

On Wednesday 25th November several people from the hockey club were asked to play a match against Melksham Oak. Both teams from Kingdown won! In team one there was Lily-Mai Hutchings, Zac Cuff, Luke Brown, Angus Boyd, Megan Munro, Bailey Greatly, Jess Jukes and Izzi Fryer.

The first goal was scored by Luke with some great passing by all the team to get the ball into the shooting circle and past the Melksham defenders to score. The second goal was scored by Zac.

Angus then assisted a goal by passing the ball to Lily-Mai to score. The defenders were Megan Munro and Izzi Fryer who did a great job and defended several balls which helped the rest of team out! The final score was 5-1 to Kingdown!

The player of the match went to Angus Boyd

Written by Lily-Mai Hutchings 7WIMS

Hockey match report part II

On Wednesday 25th November, Kingdown School went to Melksham Oak for a year 7/8 hockey match. The team was Tiana Van Den Berg, Nathan Ellis and Jake Parry in defence; Harry Clark, Hope Hann-Farmer, Francesca Middleton and Mace Latham in mid-field, and Eloise Hogben as striker. In the first half, Melksham Oak opened with a quick first goal, but Kingdown came back with their first goal by a brilliant shot by Mace Latham.

Then Melksham Oak quickly re-gained the lead. In the second half, Hope helped Kingdown equalize straight away, by a well timed pace by Harry. Kingdown had got used to how Melksham Oak played and started putting on the pressure, by Tiana clearing it out to Mace and playing it through to Hope who got fouled, but then taking the free hit and passing it through to Nathan who took it round two of their defenders and into the ‘D’ scoring Kingdown’s third goal.

Melksham answered by leveling the score. Harry and Jake scored in quick concession taking Kingdown into the lead for the final whistle. The final score was 5-3 to Kingdown School. Throughout the game there was great defending by Tiana and overall great play in the middle by Francesca and out on the wing by Jake. Finally an amazing game for striker Eloise assisting a few of our goals.

This was well played by Kingdown lets hope that we can play this well in our next fixture. The player of the match went to Hope Hann-Farmer

Written by Nathan Ellis 8WeKi/Bx

Year 7/8 Hockey Vs St Laurence

On Tuesday 1st December Kingdown hockey team went to St Laurence to play a hockey match. In Team A Nathan Ellis started off the first goal dribbling past the defenders. Shortly after, Luke Brown with an outstanding performance on the wing sprinted down with the ball giving us the next goal.

Then, finally Hope Hann-Farmer scored the last goal. The end result was 3-0. A big well done to all the players involved.

Written by Hope Hann-Farmer WiBO

Tallulah Mapp recommends The Tom Gates Series by Liz Pichon. It is about a boy called Tom who plays in a band. He also has a grumpy sister. It is recommended for people who like comic style books with humour and there is also an official website.

Orli Granston recommends Divergent by Veronica Ross. This is a really popular book and is about a girl called Tris who is a divergent. This means that she does not fit into one particular faction; she has to make a big decision… This is great for people who like science fiction, girl power and adventure stories! Mr Ost is a big fan!

Ellie Hopkins recommends the old classic A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. A man called scrooge is visited by three ghosts and it changes the way he sees people. Scrooge hates Christmas but there is a happy ending. A book everyone should read!

Ella Cockburn and Maisie Brand recommend Listen to the Moon by Michael Morpurgo. A girl is found abandoned on an island and she tries to find her parents. This is for people who like fantasy, adventure and WW1.

Ryan Honey and Isobel recommend the Harry Potter series. Harry Potter embarks on many adventures and should be read by everyone. The books are much better than the films!

Chloe Thomas recommends If there be thorns by Virginia Andrews. It is about a family with many secrets. A mysterious journal is discovered that reveals the secrets and opens old wounds. It is a gothic horror crossed with fairy tales.

Nathan Seal recommends Captain Underpants! By Dave Pilkey. It is about a mean headteacher who is hypnotised by two boys and they fight crime and make comic books. It is for anyone who likes a comic, a laugh and a prank!

Hannah Richards recommends Russian Roulette by Anthony Horowitz. Yassen Gregorovich, a contract killer, has a mission to kill Alex Rider. In this book, Yassen tells his story.

Toby Miles and Ismail Rahman recommend Stormbreaker by the same author and is about a boy on a mission to gather information to stop an evil villain called Herod Sayle, for lovers of action and mystery and they are very popular books. Mrs Fulbrook loves them!

Megan Williams recommends a Sea of Stars by Kate Maryon. A girl is trying to get along with her new adopted sister, but it is not going too well. This is for people who like stories about people!

Harrison Tilling recommends Perry Jackson and the Greek Gods by Rich Riordon. It describes all the Greek Gods in detail with some myths.

Chloe Arnott and Phoebe England recommend Girl Online by Zoelle. A girl called Penny has anxiety and finds life difficult but finds love at a wedding.

For girls who like adventure and romance, Grace Wright recommends The Parent Agency by David Baddiel. Barry has an

7F1 in English have written some book reviews to help you with your Christmas shopping. There is a huge variety ranging from adventure to fantasy and even a few classics.

argument with his parents and he wishes for new ones! He is transported to another world where children get to choose their parents. If you don’t do it in 5 days, then you face certain doom! Great if you like humour, adventures and mystery books.

Edward Laurence recommends The Hunger Games Mockingjoy by Suzanne Collins. A girl named Katniss agrees to unify the districts of Panem in a rebellion against the tyrannical capitol. Great for action and adventure lovers and is really popular! Mrs Ashton is a huge fan!

Andrew Smith recommends My brother is a superhero by David Solomons. Luke’s brother has been granted super powers and Luke is outraged. However, there are two worlds to save and someone must make sure Zack does it properly… For those who like a laugh and an adventure!

Prerana Thada Magar recommends The Moon Dwellers by David Estes. Three teenagers are living on the run and there is a connection between one of them and a well known prince! For those who like dystopian fiction.

George Lancaster recommends The Hobbit by J.R.R.Tolkien. A hobbit named Bilbo goes on an adventure with the dwarfs and a wizard named Gandalf. This is a fantasy adventure and a real classic.Ellie Morgan recommends The Spooks

Series by Joseph Delaneg. A lad becomes an apprentice to the local spook and they are people who fight evil. Great if you like a scare!

Ethan Godfrey recommends 101 things to do before you grow up by Hinkler Books. This is for people who like learning.

Ella Rowland recommends Black Beauty by Anna Sewell. It is about a horse which has various owners and his many different tasks such as a carriage horse and many more. Another great classic.

Mia Daly recommends Awful Auntie by David Walliams. A young girl called Stella lives in a lovely mansion and her awful auntie comes to baby sit – badly! A ghost comes to help Stella but will her auntie notice she has disappeared from her room? Great if you love humour, suspense and a few jokes!

Nadia Hall recommends Opal Plumstead by Jacqueline Wilson. This is about a girl who starts to work at a sweet factory called ‘Fairy Glen’

Tiggy Kyte recommends The Maze Runner by James Dashner. A boy called Thomas is welcomed into the glade. Only boys can do this until a girl comes with a message. They must find a way out of the maze!

Jules Govender recommends The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain. A great classic about a boy called Tom who lives with his strict aunt on the Mississippi. Tom is always looking for adventures with his best friend Huckleberry Finn. For people who love fast paced adventure stories and jaw dropping moments! Maybe for adults too who want to remember life as a naughty child!

7F1 in English have written some book reviews to help you with your Christmas shopping. There is a huge variety ranging from adventure to fantasy and even a few classics.

Sports Bulletin: Week beginning 14th December 2015

No sports clubs - no late buses

Receptionists for next week:

Monday - Rachel Craft We PN

Tuesday - Lewis Cripps Lo PY Wednesday - Joseph Cuff Lo LT

Thursday - Zachary Cuff Wi MS

Friday - Benjamin Cummins Lo MY

Upcoming Dates:

Mon 14th Dec - Week 2

Mon 14th to Fri 18th Dec - No Late Buses

Fri 18th Dec - End of Term 2 - School finishes at 1.20pm

Mon 4th Jan 2016 - Start of Term 3 - Week 1

Mon 4th to Fri 8th Jan - No Late Buses

Thurs 21st Jan - Year 9 Options Evening from 6.00pm to 8.30pm

Thurs 28th Jan - DC3 Report home for Years 10 & 11

Tues 2nd Feb - Year 11 Parent Meetings appointments from 2.00pm to 6.00pm - school closes at 1.20pm

Tues 9th Feb - Talk and Tour from 9.00am to 11.00am

Weds 10th Feb - Year 8 Girls HPV Immunisation

Thurs 11th Feb - DC3 Report home for Years 12 & 13

Thurs 11th Feb - Sixth Form Finance meeting at 6.00pm

Thurs 11th Feb - Key Stage 4 & 5 Music Showcase at 7.00pm

Fri 12th Feb - End of Term 3

Mon 22nd Feb - Start of Term 4 - Week 1

Weds 24th Feb - Year 9 Girls HPV Immunisation (2)

Thurs 10th Mar - DC4 Report Home for Years 7 to 9

Thurs 10th Mar - Performing Arts Showcase at 7.00pm

Weds 23rd Mar - DC4 Report Home for Years 10 to 13

Weds 23rd Mar - Year 10 Parent Meetings - school closes at 1.20pm

Year 8 students look to the future

Last week, students in Year 8 were treated to an entertaining and thought-provoking theatre performance about their options and plans for the future. The show, performed by a cast from the Solomon Theatre, covered topics such as the influence of learning styles, peer pressure and gender stereotyping in making decisions, bringing these to life using figures from the world of entertainment (including Will.I.Am, Zoella and Dr Who).

The performance was followed by an interactive workshop which the students really engaged well with. This event is part of the Kingdown programme of careers education, intended to help students begin to plan and prepare for their futures.

The Royal British Legion will be holding Advice & Information sessions for anyone who has served or is currently serving in

the Armed Forces and their families.

Opening Times : 10:00 – 13:00 Monday 14th December

Monday 4th January

Monday 18th January

Monday 15th February

Warminster Garrison Community Centre

Firbank Crescent

If you require assistance between these dates please call our contact centre on 0808 802 8080

or if you would like to make an appointment email GCarter@britishlegion.org.uk

Awards Assemblies

Monday 14th December - Wimbledon Awards Assembly at 1.50pm.

Tuesday 15th December - Millennium Awards Assembly at 1.50pm.

Wednesday 16th December - Twickenham Awards Assembly at 1.50pm.

Thursday 17th December - Lord’s Awards Assembly at 11.20am.

Thursday 17th December - Wembley Awards Assembly at 1.50pm.

A text message informing parents has been sent to parents of award winners.

Please remember that we can only accommodate two guests per student to be seated by 1.40pm or in the case of Lord’s Assembly by 11.10am.

The Main School Car Park

The car park at the front of the school is a very busy area where staff and commercial vehicles are manoeuvring. It is not a safe place for students to walk across.

Parents are asked not to use this area as a drop-off, or pick-up, point for students.

The support of parents in keeping our students safe is appreciated.

Mrs EdwardsHeadteacher