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• Music Pavilion Update

  Fri 28 Sep 2018

  We are getting closer to the completion of our Music Pavilion now that the bi-fold doors have been installed. On Friday afternoon some filming was carried out by the company who have kindly donated the doors to the project. We are now looking forward to the installation of the Perspex rear wall, heating, storage areas and flooring which is due to happen at Half Term. To complete the project, the area around the pavilion will be landscaped, including the section of the KS 1 play area that has been affected by the work.

  

• We’re pleased to tell you...

  Sun 16 Sep 2018

  During the Summer Holiday, St John’s was a very busy place, preparing for the new school year. We are delighted to report that new flooring was put down in the Year 1 classroom, thanks to the generosity of our PA. This has made a tremendous difference to the learning environment which is greatly appreciated by staff and pupils. Thank you PA!

   

  Throughout the summer, the Millennium Garden has been beautifully maintained by Mrs Bolton and members of the Lacey Green Horticultural Society. The watering rota has paid off and all the plants have survived the hot summer and are growing nicely. The children are now watching the pumpkins as they grow ready for Halloween. Grateful thanks to all those who helped to maintain the garden for us.

   

  The new picnic benches, paid for by the PA and assembled by Mr Bundock, are now in place. They are made from recycled plastic and will hopefully last us for many years. You may also have noticed repairs have been made to the raised bed in the front playground and it is now looking very smart. Thank you Mr Bundock.

   

  Work has continued on the Music Pavilion and it is now fully insulated with walls built and further work taking place on the roof. The bi-fold doors are due to be fitted soon. Unfortunately other work will have to take place during half term week but we are hoping that we will be able to use the building shortly after half term. Many thanks to Clem and her fantastic team of builders.

   

  Behind the scenes, the 5-yearly electrical inspection has taken place, to ensure that the school is compliant and safe. 

   

  The PA are continuing their work to refurbish the Learning Mentor's Room. Painting is in progress and once the decorating has been completed, the flooring and furnishings will be added.

   

  

• KS1 Sports Day

  Fri 20 Jul 2018
  On Tuesday 10th July, KS1 held their Sports Day. All children took part in a variety of races including, space hoppers, egg and spoon, sack races as well as sprints. Well done to all of the children who took part and a huge congratulations to Hawks for winning the cup. 

  

• KS2 Sports Day

  Thu 19 Jul 2018 James D and Owen E

  This years sports day was a great success. Mrs Rodbourne ran the day extremely well which led into everyone having great fun. Kestrels were the overall winners with Hawks coming a very close second. There were quite a few records broken which is very good considering the immense heat. However it wasn't only the sports day cup that got given out; the best sportsman and best sportswomen were given out. These trophies went to James D and Olivia L. There was also a most improved boy and girl. These went to Joshua K for the boys and Beth D and Neve M for a joint girls award.

   

  James D and Owen E

  

• Children's Memorial Service for Mrs Grimsey

  Fri 13 Jul 2018

  Our Children's Memorial Service for Mrs Grimsey, took place at St John's Church on Friday afternoon. The service was full of memories of Mrs Grimsey and was a celebration of all she brought to St John's School.

   

  The service started with music played by children from KS2. Emma B (flute), Ned (organ), Emma T (piano), Olivia L (piano), Eliza (piano),  all gave faultless performances together with Rose who sang beautifully. This was followed by a presentation of flowers - an idea that had come from the Pupil Council. They had suggested that every child should bring in a single flower stem to contribute to an arrangement in memory of Mrs Grimsey. The four  baskets, from EYFS, KS 1, Lower KS 2 and Upper KS 2;  were carried to the altar by members of Year 6, where they were received by Rev Tony.

   

  After the singing of one of Mrs Grimsey's favourite songs, a candle was lit by Ella, the Chair of the Pupil Council. This was closely followed by some of the children's memories of Mrs Grimsey.

   

  Later in the service, Mrs Gulliver, the Chair of Governors, spoke about her memories of Mrs Grimsey. She mentioned the pride that Mrs Grimsey had in the school and how she had worked, with governors, to ensure that St John's become a member of the ODBST.

   

  Mrs Grimsey's love of music was also reflected in the service; Edward L remembered that one of her favourite pieces, Zadok the Priest, had been sung by the school on the occasion of St John's becoming an Academy, and he was sure that Mrs Grimsey would have wanted it to be sung at the service today - it was, amazingly, by the KS 2 children.

   

  As the service came to an end, a beautiful piece of music, by Georges Bizet, was played by Mr Guy Button, accompanied by Mr Sam Laughton. It was a perfect end to the service.

   

  The service was attended by Mrs Grimsey's family, KS 2 children, parents, teachers and governors. There were also representatives from the Oxford Diocese, ODBST, other local schools and the wider community.

   

  After the service, the flowers were presented to Mrs Grimsey's family members.

   

  Thank you to everyone who made this such a special occasion.

   

  

• Princes Risborough Gym and Dance Festival -Thursday 12th July

  Thu 12 Jul 2018

  We were well represented at this year's Gym and Dance Festival, by the Natalie Jane Dance Club and  St John's Gym Club. The event, held at PRUS, showcased the gym and dance work of local primary schools as well as their own students. 

  During the first half of the performance, John's dancers performed an energetic, '9 to 5' routine. The girls wore colourful costumes representing a variety of workplaces - there were nurses, medics, cabin crew, fitness instructors, ballerinas and more. The performance, choreographed by Natalie Jane, was full of energy and demonstrated great dance technique from the girls.

  St John's Gym Club performed in the second half of the programme. Their routine, to Liberty Walk, was a combination of dance and gymnastic moves. Choreographed by the children, the performance included acrobatics, pair work and individual agilities. The final routine showed great teamwork with movements well synchronised. 

  Mrs Rodbourne and Natalie Jane would like to thank all the children for their hard work in preparing for this event; to parents, for their support and to Mrs Marshall, Mrs Thomas , Miss Moulder and Miss Henley who helped on the night.

   

  Good Luck to the Natalie Jane Dance School for this weekend's show!

• Whole School Picnic

  Fri 06 Jul 2018
  On Wednesday afternoon, the whole school took part in a picnic and games afternoon organised by Year 6. The children all worked together in their house teams and had a great time. 

  

• Year 6 Games

  Thu 21 Jun 2018 Olivia.L

  On Thursday 21^st of June, Yr6 took part in the year six games and were very successful winning gold in the netball and hockey, silver in the rugby, table tennis football and cricket and third in the tennis. Overall, we came a close second with 6 points in it. Well done to everyone that competed today, everybody did very well.

   

  By Olivia L

   

  

• Year 3 and 4 Athletics

  Thu 14 Jun 2018

  Year 3 and 4 took part in an athletics competition held at PRUS on Thursday 14th June. The children either competed in a field event (the javelin throw or standing long jump) as well as a run (75m or 250m) with everyone participating in a 4x50m relay. 

  The final results meant that Year 3 girls finished 3rd, Year 3 boys finished 1st with Year 4 boys and girls finishing in 2nd place. All of the athletes were an asset to the school and should be proud of their fantastic achievements. Thank you to all of the parents for their help with transport and for staying and supporting the children.   

   

   

  

• Year 5 and 6 Athletics

  Tue 12 Jun 2018

  On Tuesday 12th June, St.John's were invited to compete in an athletics competition at PRUS. All of the children competed in either a sprint or a long distance run as well as standing long jump and a javelin throw with the event finishing with a sprint team relay. We had some fantastic individual performances as well as great team work in the relay.

  Congratulations to Year 5 girls who came first as a team and to Year 5 and 6 boys and Year 6 girls who all narrowly missed out on first. 

  Thank you to all the parents who helped with transport and stayed to support the children.