Acorns class had a wonderful day learning about Chinese New Year celebrations.  We learnt about the way in which Chinese New Year is prepared for, the story behind the celebrations and had a go at some Chinese writing and lantern making. We finished the day with a fabulous dragon dance!  Such a fun day of learning!

Our Year 3 children had a fantastic opportunity to take part in a Gamelan music workshop at Sevenoaks School. Gamelan is a traditional ensemble from Indonesia, featuring beautiful percussion instruments such as gongs, metallophones, and drums. The children learned about the cultural significance of Gamelan music and explored its unique sounds by playing together as an orchestra.

Our hockey, football, and tag rugby teams have all been out representing the school in competitions against other local schools. Each event has been a brilliant opportunity for pupils to put their skills into practice and enjoy playing as part of a team. There were some close matches, impressive goals, and plenty of smiles all round. Most importantly, every player gave their best effort and showed great respect for their opponents – something we are incredibly proud of.

We are really excited to see more of Rosie in school, particularly helping in and around classrooms and other areas. 

Well done Rosie! 

This morning was filled with excitement (and a few nerves!) as our Year 6 pupils set off on their much-anticipated residential trip to Cumulus Outdoors in beautiful Swanage, Dorset.

Armed with backpacks, sleeping bags, and plenty of snacks, the children were buzzing with energy as they boarded the coach, waving cheerful goodbyes to the rest of the school. For many, this is the longest they’ll have spent away from home, and it marks a big step toward independence and the end of their primary school journey.

The week ahead promises a packed schedule of outdoor adventures and team challenges — from kayaking to bushcraft, mackerel fishing, and beach games. Set close to the Jurassic Coast, Cumulus provides the perfect setting for learning new skills, building resilience, and strengthening friendships, all while soaking up the sea air.

It’s not just about the activities — the residential also gives our pupils valuable time to develop confidence, teamwork, and self-belief, and of course, to make memories that will last long after the tents have been packed away.

We’ll be updating parents throughout the week with photos and highlights as the adventure unfolds. Be sure to keep an eye on SeeSaw for snapshots of the fun.

A huge thank you to the staff team accompanying the children — your support, energy, and enthusiasm are what make trips like this so special.

Wishing Year 6 an amazing week full of laughter, challenge, and discovery. Go and make the most of every moment — we can’t wait to hear all about it!

Please find below a copy of the PowerPoint which was used during this session. 

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Week 2 was full of energy and excitement at Crockham Hill School, with sports taking centre stage across the week. One of the highlights was a fantastic cross-country event hosted by Hever School, where Mrs Gibson proudly led a team of 24 children from Years 3, 4, 5 and 6.

The event saw our Year 3 and 4 runners tackling a 1,000m course, while the Year 5 and 6 athletes took on a more demanding 1,500m challenge. With rolling hills, grassy stretches and the ever-changing British weather, the course tested everyone’s stamina and spirit — and our pupils absolutely rose to the occasion.

Every single child gave their very best effort, showing great perseverance and sportsmanship throughout. It was wonderful to see them cross the finish line with determination in their strides and big smiles on their faces — a true testament to their positive attitudes and training.

We’re incredibly proud of all who took part. Whether they were running, cheering each other on, or giving high fives at the end, they represented Crockham Hill with pride, enthusiasm and team spirit.

A huge thank you to Mrs Gibson for organising the event and supporting our runners on the day — and to Hever School for hosting such a well-run and enjoyable competition.

We look forward to more sporting opportunities this term and celebrating the achievements of our young athletes!