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Exciting Music Opportunities at Brampton Primary Academy
Wed 04 Dec 2024Chris Spring, a talented and experienced music tutor, has been a valued member of the Brampton community for the last few years, bringing his passion and expertise to children eager to learn an instrument. Chris provides children with the opportunity to learn acoustic and electric guitar, keyboard, and piano. His lessons are not only enjoyable but also highly effective, with many children making significant progress towards their music grades and achieving a pass, merit or distinction.
If you are interested in booking lessons for your child (Year 1 upwards) please visit Chris Spring's page on our website: https://www.bramptonacademy.org/private-music-tuition/
This term, his learners are practising diligently for their upcoming Christmas performance, which we are very much looking forward to. The event is taking place on Wednesday 18th December, 2-3pm. Tickets are available via Parent Pay from Monday 9th December at £2.50 per adult.
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Brampton Primary Academy's Magical Map 100-Word Creative Writing Competition
Tue 03 Dec 2024We're pleased to announce that Brampton Primary Academy is participating in The Magical Map 100-Word Creative Writing Competition organised by Young Writers! This is a fantastic opportunity for KS2 children to unleash their creativity and share their magical stories. An assembly on Friday will provide all the details and inspiration they need to get started. Plus, we'll be hosting a lunchtime club next week to help them plan their ideas and craft their stories. 1st prize is the Young Writer Award of Excellence, a goodie bag, their writing being published in a book, and £1000 for the school to spend on books! Parents, we encourage you to support and motivate your children to participate in this competition, particularly if they are interested in a career in writing. We look forward to seeing where their imagination takes them!
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From Friction to Fun: Year 2's Forest School Slide Project
Mon 02 Dec 2024This term, our Year 2 children are participating in Forest School. In Friday’s session, the children embarked on a child-led project to construct a slide using a platform and wooden planks, showcasing their teamwork and ingenuity.
They began by gathering materials and then constructing a sturdy platform before carefully positioning wooden planks to create their slide. The children quickly realised that the slide wasn't as slippery as they had hoped: the wooden planks provided too much friction, preventing them from sliding down smoothly. Rather than being discouraged, they saw this as a problem-solving opportunity. After some brainstorming, one of the children suggested pouring water on the slide to make it more slippery. With the teachers' supervision, the children fetched water and carefully poured it onto the wooden planks. The slide became much more slippery!
This week’s experience highlighted the importance of outdoor learning and its role in fostering creativity, resilience, and practical skills in young children. The Year 2 children not only built a slide but also learned the value of perseverance and innovation.
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Preparations for Young Voices Choir Performance at the O2 Arena Underway
Mon 02 Dec 2024Young Voices is renowned for organising the largest children's choir concerts in the world. Each year, the organisation brings together school choirs to perform in some of the UK's most iconic venues, including the O2 Arena in London. The aim is to inspire a love of music and singing in children, while also providing them with the opportunity to perform in front of large audiences. The concerts are a celebration of music, featuring a diverse repertoire of music, accompanied by professional musicians and special guest artists.
At Brampton, the children involved are eagerly rehearsing for the upcoming Young Voices concert in February, under the guidance of Brampton's music specialist Miss Young. This concert's set list includes a medley of 90s dance tracks (which the adults are very excited about) and a moving song called 'Little Blue', accompanied by sign language, which the children have been working hard to learn.
The excitement at the rehearsals is palpable as everyone looks forward to the performance; the concert is sure to be a highlight of the school year!
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Brampton Teams Show Promise in Exciting Football Matches at Goals
Mon 02 Dec 2024The recent football matches at Goals in Bexleyheath saw great performances from both the Brampton boys' and girls' teams. The boys' team faced off against Old Bexley in a thrilling match that ended 3-2 in favour of Old Bexley. Despite the loss, the boys showed great determination and skill. Meanwhile, the girls' team participated in a tournament against local schools. Although they didn't secure a win this time, they showed great effort and teamwork, especially considering they are a new team. With more practice and experience, both teams are sure to do well in future matches.
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Santa's Elves Cause Chaos at Brampton Primary Academy
Mon 02 Dec 2024During the festive fun at Brampton Primary Academy’s Christmas fair, Santa Claus took a brief nap, giving some of his playful elves the perfect opportunity to escape the grotto and enjoy a ride on the Polar Express!
The school has since received an email from Santa, who has safely returned to the North Pole. He believes the escapee elves didn’t board his sleigh and are still hiding somewhere in the school. Unfortunately, with December now upon us, Santa is too busy preparing for Christmas to return and collect them. He plans to pick them up when he’s in the area on the 25th!
Santa has warned school leaders that these elves are very mischievous, so the whole school community will need to keep an eye out for any chaos they might cause. Children are encouraged to report any trouble to their teacher immediately.
Be prepared, everyone—we don’t know what these playful elves are capable of!
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Polar Express Fair Brings Festive Cheer to Brampton Primary Academy
Mon 02 Dec 2024Brampton Primary Academy was transformed into a winter wonderland on Saturday, 30th November, as the Friends of Brampton hosted their highly anticipated Polar Express Christmas Fair. The event was a resounding success, drawing in Brampton families and local community members for a day filled with festive fun.
The fair featured a wide array of stalls and games, offering something for everyone. From handmade crafts and delicious treats to exciting games and raffles, there was no shortage of activities to enjoy. One of the standout attractions was the enchanting Polar Express train ride, which delighted children and adults alike as it wound its way across the infant playground. The journey culminated at Santa's Grotto, where excited children had the chance to meet Santa Claus himself. Each child received a small gift and had the opportunity to share their Christmas wishes, making for a truly magical experience. But the highlight of the day was a heart-warming performance by the school choir, whose beautiful Christmas songs brought lots of festive cheer.
A special mention goes to a group of enterprising children who took the initiative to create and sell their own gifts at the fair. Their efforts not only showcased their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit but also raised funds for a worthy cause, demonstrating the true spirit of giving during the holiday season.
The success of the Polar Express Christmas Fair would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of the staff and Friends of Brampton volunteers at Brampton Primary Academy. Their commitment to organising and running the event ensured that everything went smoothly and that all attendees had a memorable experience.
As the day came to a close, the smiles on the faces of children and adults were a testament to the joy and community spirit that the Polar Express Christmas Fair brought to Brampton Primary Academy. It was a day to remember, filled with laughter, music, and the warmth of the festive season.
