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• Holland Day 2

  Sun 20 May 2018 H.McNeilly

  Day 2: Another fun packed day in Valkenburg! After breakfast at 8 a.m. this morning, everyone set off on what was yet another bright and sunny day (22 degrees) to begin a very full itinerary. A short walk took the children to explore the caves where they saw statues, art work and a finale of a light show with cool music to finish the trip off. The trip through the caves is in pitch darkness, so the light show at the end allows the children to play hide and seek in a safe area and get accustomed to light again. Next on the agenda was a shopping spree, where apparently some purchasing of gifts/souvenirs for home happened along with plenty of ice cream and slushies to help cool down from the heat of the sun. After shopping, a picnic lunch was devoured in the park. The next stop was the Margraten War Cemetery, where the children’s behaviour was impeccable, as they walked quietly around, showing great respect and having great historical discussions. The children were an absolute credit to all. Following the cemetery, the children thoroughly enjoyed walking from the Netherlands, into Belgium, and then into Germany - the famous point where the three countries meet!!! For the first time the children went up to the viewing platform, 200 steps up to witness Holland from its highest point. The steps have some holes in them which makes the ascent quite a mental challenge for some. A little play in the park was in order afterwards where most children got covered in sand, but sure that's the sign of good fun...isn't it? Having worked up a good appetite with all the walking they had done, the group arrived back to the hotel for dinner. The very full and exciting day was rounded off with a game of 10pin bowling this evening followed by the writing of postcards for home, so keep an eye on those letterboxes over the next week. All are now relaxing before getting a good sleep for another jam packed day tomorrow ...which I'm told involves some swimming....and a guaranteed shower and washing of hair....phew! All children (and staff) are in great form and lots of fun and laughter is being had. 

• Day 2 in Holland

  Sun 20 May 2018 H.McNeilly
  Having great fun today in the sun where theee countries meet. A detailed update to follow when the phone call is received...

  

• Holland Day 1

  Sat 19 May 2018 H.McNeilly

  Day 1: Everyone has arrived safely in Holland after a very smooth flight and early landing. As you read this, the children are writing their diaries and about to settle in for the night! Stop one today was the buzzing city of Amsterdam. The highlight of today was a visit to Ajax Stadium in Amsterdam. The boys were thrilled seeing the football stadium in full glory, some of the girls....not so much. This was until they saw a poster telling them Ed Sheeran was playing in the stadium next month. Suddenly there was an avid interest in the tour. Leaving Amsterdam, the children and staff arrived in Valkenburg to a warm welcome at the hotel. The children were treated to a BBQ for dinner and entertained by a Turkish band during dinner. It appears to be a holiday weekend in Holland this weekend, so the hotel is full of buzz and plenty of atmosphere. Following dinner, the children and staff went on an hour walk around the town to take in some of its highlights. The weather is great and this evening’s walk was completed in t-shirts, shorts and sunglasses. Now it’s diary writing time and straight to bed. An early night is needed to recharge the batteries for all the thrills and excitement in store tomorrow including a 8:15 a.m. breakfast start. A busy day awaits the group tomorrow which includes a visit to the caves, where 3 countries meet and most importantly.....some shopping. 😊

  

• Greetings from Amsterdam

  Sat 19 May 2018 H.McNeilly
  Greetings from Amsterdam. Arrived early and are at the Ajax stadium. All well and full of smiles! 

  

• Bottles for May Fair

  Wed 09 May 2018

  Comber Primary PTA

   

  Bottle Stall and May Fair on Saturday 12^th May (11am-1pm)

   

  In preparation for the May Fair this weekend, please can you try and bring a bottle to school on Friday 11^th May for our bottle stall. This can be a bottle of anything that is unopened. Also if you have any unwanted gifts or donations, these would also be much appreciated. All donations should be brought to the class teacher this Friday. Thanks to all those who have already brought in items.

   

  Hopefully lots of you will be able to make the May Fair this Saturday from 11am-1pm. It should be a great morning.

   

  Comber Primary PTA

• Big Pedal Final Totals

  Fri 04 May 2018

  Well done to all those who took part in The Big Pedal 2018.  The amazing weather along with a great effort helped us to reach an amazing total of  365 cycle journeys in just 10 days.  This is 60 more than last year.  An amazing effort by everyone.

   

  Thanks to all those who came to the Biker Breakfast this morning and to Mr Bradley for helping out.  29 children from P4-7 attended for free pancakes and a drink.

   

  Just remember this term is the perfect time to cycle and scoot to school more often.  Hope to see the bike shed full of bikes every day.

   

  Mr Pinkerton

    

  

• Biker Breakfast and last day of Big Pedal

  Tue 01 May 2018

  The last day of The Big Pedal is , Friday 4th May.  P4-7 join Mr Pinkerton and Mr Bradley in the canteen for a free breakfast of pancakes and a drink at the Biker Breakfast from 8.10-8.40am.  The forecast is to be dry so why not take part on the last day.  There is also a house point, entry to the prize draw and also a prize for everyone who cycles or scoots to the Biker Breakfast.

   

  Our current total

  Leading into the final day it is great to say that we have beaten last year's total and we are on 322 cycle journeys.  Can we reach 350+ journeys which would be an amazing achievement.

   

  Thanks to all those who have taken part so far and let's see if we can end this year's challenge with a massive total.

   

  Mr Pinkerton

   

   

  There is space for about 60 bikes and scooters in school so we have plenty of room for many more children travelling by bike and scooter.  If the weather is good why not take part?  This is open to any child in P4-7.  Can we reach 40+ journeys on Thursday?  Let's make a big effort to try and reach this total. 

   

  Please remember to lock up your bike or scooter as we have had a couple of bikes left in the bike shed unlocked.

   

   

   

   

  

• Free yoga class for parents

  Wed 11 Apr 2018
  Nendrum College has secured a Yoga Class for parents which starts on Wednesday 25th April between 7.30pm and 8:30pm.  This is for 10 weeks and is held in Nendrum College.  It is free to the public and all you need to do is ring Nendrum College and book a place.

   

   A few more events are in the pipeline for a later date so keep checking the website for more information.  

   

  Yoga Class

  Starts on Wednesday 25^th April

  Lasts for 10 weeks – Beginners Class

   

  Please contact Nendrum College for further information

  Phone 02891872361

   

  First come, first served basis.

   

• P5-7 Teacher-led After School Clubs

  Sun 08 Apr 2018

  Please note that there will be no teacher-led clubs (including Wednesday’s Dance Club) for P5-7 this week unless arranged by individual teachers. Notes will be going home this week re. clubs for Term 3! 

• Walking Bus on Wednesday 14th March

  Tue 13 Mar 2018

  The Walking Bus is on again tomorrow from the same routes as last time.  Last Thursday we had over 50 people on the bus.  Can we beat that total this time around?

   

  If it is wet in the morning the Walking Bus will not take place and children should come to school as normal.

   

  P1-3 keep filling in your data sheet on how you travel to school.