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• Day 3 in Holland

  Mon 08 May 2017 H. McNeilly
  Day 3: Following breakfast this morning, another busy day was ahead for the children today. A slightly cloudy day (with a little rain 😏) saw the jet setters head to the swimming pool, where everyone had a fantastic time going down the various slides, diving off the boards and experiencing the relaxing ‘Lazy River Ride’. The lazy river was a firm favourite this morning for a little relaxation before a busy afternoon. Following lunch at the hotel, it was off to Valkenier theme park behind the hotel to enjoy the rollercoasters and boat rides. Then it was back to the hotel for dinner which comprised of burgers and more chips.....get the salads ready for their return to sunny Comber. It was then off to the park for football match and a few games in  the evening sun which decided to make an appearance. As you can imagine, they are all now exhausted (as are the children!!!), so they are all settling down for an early night before the big day at the main theme park tomorrow. Everyone is in good spirits and having a fabulous time and enjoying the experience of being away. 

• Holland Day 2

  Sun 07 May 2017 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 but windy day 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. Next on the agenda was a shopping spree, where apparently some purchasing of gifts/souvenirs for home happened!! After shopping, a bite of 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. 
  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!!! 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, fish and chips were devoured by all for tea. 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 a theme park and some swimming. All children (and staff) are in great form and lots of fun and laughter is being had. 

  

• Holland Trip Day 1

  Sat 06 May 2017 H. McNeilly
  Day 1: Everyone has arrived safely and, as you read this, the children are all tucked up in bed for the night! The flight went without any hitches. A very smooth journey with no turbulence and a customary round of applause for the pilot on landing. The lovely coach driver is the same driver as last year which makes life a lot easier for the staff. Stop one today was the buzzing city of Amsterdam. Highlights today included a canal cruise down one of Amsterdam's canals, taking in all the city's sights and attractions. The children saw Anne Frank's house from the boat and a large cruise ship. Next stop was a bite of lunch in Dam Square where the children were entertained by a 91 year old English bomber pilot from WW2 telling them stories and adventures from his life. Leaving Amsterdam, the children and staff arrived in Valkenburg 2 and a half hours later to a hearty meal of tomato soups, chicken & chips and Vienetta. After an hour walk around the town to take in some of its highlights, the children came back to relax and have a few fantas and cokes at the hotel before a well deserved rest for the night.  An early night to recharge the batteries for all the thrills and excitement in store tomorrow which include a visit to the caves, where 3 countries meet and most importantly.....some shopping. 😊

• Gallery update

  Wed 03 May 2017

   Check out what we get up to in CPS by visiting our gallery of pictures.

  http://www.comberprimary.com/gallery/

• Big Pedal 2017 prize winners

  Tue 11 Apr 2017

  Well done to  everyone in P4-7 who took part in The Big Pedal.  In total we had 291 cycle journeys to school over the 10 days which is an amazing total.  So close to our target of 300 but the weather let us down on the last day.

   

  An extra special well done to the P4 classes as they made over 100 of the total journeys.  The top class was P5P closely followed by P4T.  Super work everyone and thanks for taking part.

   

  Remember keep cycling safely to school during the 3rd term.

   

  Mr Pinkerton

  

• Stage and Screen Photos

  Mon 10 Apr 2017 C Bradley

  Stage and Screen photos are now available to purchase from www.whisperingshores.co.uk

   

  Once you are on the homepage, click on 'galleries', then 'other work' and finally 'Comber Primary School'. To view the photos enter the password cpsphotos.

   

  Many thanks to Melissa Gordon for all of her help with photos.

   

   

• Big Pedal- end of week 1

  Mon 27 Mar 2017

  At the end of a great week we have reached a total of 153 children cycling or scooting to school.  Great work so far everyone.

   

  The top 2 classes are currently P5P and P4T making up 81 journeys.

   

  Which class can come out on top in week 2? 

   

  At the minute if we keep the same numbers or more we will easily beat the total of 260 from last year.

   

  Remember if you are cycling wear a helmet and take care when travelling to school.

   

  Also remember every time you cycle or scoot come and get a ticket from Mr Pinkerton.  A large number of children already have 5 tickets in the box so have a great chance of winning one of the prizes.  Let's see how many people can get a ticket in week 2.

   

  Good luck everyone and happy cycling.

   

  Mr Pinkerton

   

• Teacher of the Year Winner

  Mon 20 Mar 2017
  A huge 'Well done' to P3 teacher Mrs Lindsay on winning the Families First Teacher of the Year award at the Greater Belfast award's night on Saturday 18th March. We at Comber Primary are very proud of her achievements and thank those parents and friends of Comber Primary who voted for her. 

  

• Walking Bus and Active Travel Events

  Tue 21 Feb 2017

  The Walking Bus will be taking place on Tuesday 21st February at 8.25am from the usual 3 starting points.  Remember anyone can take part.  It is a great way to spend time with friends and have a chat on the way to school.

   

   

  Other events during Term 2B

   

  Friday 24th February-  Biker Breakfast for P4-7 (8.10am).  Cycle/scoot to school and come along for some FREE pancakes and a drink.

   

  The Big Pedal will soon be here.  Just 6 weeks to go till we tackle the challenge of getting as many children in P4-7 to cycle to school over a 2 week period.  Last year we reached an amazing total of almost 300 cycle journeys.  Can we beat that this year?   More information to follow.

   

  Remember active travel is great fun but keep safe.

• Parent / Teacher Interviews

  Mon 06 Feb 2017

  Parent / Teacher interviews start on Monday 6th February.

   

  School will close for all P4 - P7 pupils at 1.45pm from Monday 6th to Friday 10th inclusive.