Year 6 Electrian Visit

On Wednesday 21^st January, Mr Turner came to class 6S to talk about himself as an electrician.  Mr Turner talked about how he had trained to be a fireman but it didn’t quite work out.  Then he tried three jobs for the police; the first was in New Scotland Yard being the head of the Police.  The second was working in the forensics lab and then the third was working with special events.

He then decided to be an electrician and he had to train for two years.  He told 6S how dangerous electricity can be because you can’t see it; you can’t smell it and you can’t hear it.  He told 6S how important it was to wear a suit when dealing with electricity and he put one of these suits on Joshua.  Joshua said that it was very hot in there and Mr Turner said there are only two suits to be shared between thirty-six people and each one costs £2000. 

6S really enjoyed having Mr Turner to come to talk to them and learnt lots about electricity and how dangerous it can be.

By Charlotte & Emily

New Website Reporter Team - Spring 2015

We now have a new Website Reporter Team for this term who are already getting to grips with new IT and reporting skills with the help of Mrs Gibson, and have today posted their first Blog, an interview with our new Head Teacher, Mr Hallum.  We will be introducing our new team via our blog spot shortly.

Meet Mr Hallum by The Website Reporters Team

Have you always wanted to be a Head teacher?

I have always wanted to be teacher. I had a really good teacher when I was in Year three.

Were there any other jobs which you considered?

I wanted to be a football player but apart from that a teacher.

What was your first impression of our school?

I was over the moon to be here.  This is a lovely school, with friendly children and supportive staff.

Do you have any exciting plans for our school?

A school orchestra.

Do you enjoy your job; which part(s) particularly?

It’s the best job in the world. As a Head teacher, I can confirm that children in our school have the best chance of succeeding.  It’s fantastic to see children I the future who have achieved good A levels and good jobs. As a head teacher I get to do this for hundreds of children. That’s a real privilege.

How long do you intend to lead our school?

As long as the staff want me to. They are very friendly and hopefully they’ll want me to be your Head teacher for many years.

Are you a football supporter?; If so, which team? [red or blue]

I love football! I support Colchester United and West Ham. I also run an under 12s football team on Saturday and Sunday.

What do you like to do in your spare time?

Football mainly, but I like to take my dog for walks along rivers and field.   I also like to go cycling with my family.

100 Club Winners

Congratulations to Sarah Russell (mum to Sophie 2PW) who is the lucky winner of the September 100 Club draw, and Hazel Lazell (nanny to Olivia 2PW & Max 1T) who is the lucky winner of the October 100 Club draw.

For only £1 a month, members of the 100 Club can win up to £50 each month and furthermore the school library benefits by receiving up to £600 per year.

For anyone interested in joining, please ask at the office for an application form.

Any queries, please contact Jo Thorogood, mum to Olivia 2PW and Max 1T.

If you're not in, you can't win !

Essex Junior Squash - Grand Prix Series

Essex Junior Squash launched its new Grand Prix Series for Development players on Sunday with the aim of providing competition for the next generation of young players.

Aimed at youngsters who have yet to wear county colours, the Grand Prix competition will be staged over six months at five different venues with points from each event counting towards an overall total. It kicked off at Club Kingswood in Basildon on Sunday with players in school groups Year 6 to Year 10 pitting their talents against one another.

Heathland's pupils Joshua and William achieved great results in the 1st stage.  Well done boys and good luck with the rest of the series.  For more information please CLICK HERE