Age UK visit NHP
On Wednesday 22nd November, we welcomed 30 guests from Age UK to NHP to enjoy an afternoon of festive cheer. Our visitors thoroughly enjoyed a brilliant pantomime performance of Little Red Riding Hood from our Year 3s, with lots of audience interaction – they couldn’t have asked for a better first dress rehearsal! Afterwards, our Year 6 and staff volunteers served up a spread of sandwiches, cakes, fruits, tea and coffee a plenty, whilst pupils from Years 4, 6 and 7 delivered beautiful musical performances on the violin and piano. A big thank you to all our volunteers for making sure our guests had everything they needed and enjoyed a lovely afternoon chatting with everyone. We ended the afternoon with a big Christmas singalong and a performance of the infamous NHP Twelve Days of Christmas, actions included!!
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Arundel Charity Fundraiser
As part of Arundel’s charity fundraiser, children and staff were invited to come into school in their pyjamas on Friday. Arundel house raised an incredible £1196 for their chosen charity, Classroom in the Clouds! Well done Arundel, this will make a big difference to a great cause.
Read MoreOdd Socks Day
On Tuesday, staff and pupils at NHP enjoyed wearing odd socks in support of Anti-Bullying Week. The Anti-Bullying Alliance in the UK established the day to get children and adults alike to be brave and stand up against bullying. The idea for Odd Socks Day is that it’s not bad to stand out, and kids can be proud of their uniqueness and differences. In lessons, we discussed how we can be kinder to one another and the importance of creating an inclusive environment both inside and outside school.
Read MoreMark Walden Visits Year 4
We kicked off the week on a high note as our Year 4 children were treated to an inspiring author talk. NHP was thrilled to welcome Mark Walden, a highly recommended author from the library network. Mark’s passion for igniting the love for reading in children, especially in boys aged nine and above, was evident in his engaging session.
Mark didn’t rely on props or PowerPoint presentations; instead, he skillfully transported the children into the captivating world of H.I.V.E with his words alone. His enthusiasm was contagious, and he had everyone on the edge of their seats, brimming with questions and imaginative ideas. The discussion he facilitated was brilliant as the students shared their favourite villains, dissecting why they thought these characters were villains in the first place.
But the real magic happened when Mark read a passage from the first book of the H.I.V.E series. The room was filled with laughter, but more impressively, every child was hanging on to every word, absorbed in the tale. Mark also generously shared his insights into his writing process, his sources of inspiration, and offered a glimpse into some of his other literary works, such as Earthfall. Our Year 4 children had the opportunity to ask some fantastic questions, making the session even more enriching.
The author talk with Mark Walden was a great experience for Year 4, and it reinforced the power of storytelling and the joy of reading. We’re excited to see how this inspiring encounter will spark their imaginations and passion for books going forward.
Read MoreHockey Success
Last weekend, a selection of students from Y6 with a couple of superstar additions from Y5 played in the U11 Prep 4 Sport Hockey Challenge Cup…
Read MoreHappy Halloween!
Thank you to the PA for the ‘spooktacular’ decorations placed around the school on Tuesday. The children and staff loved coming into school in their costumes and the school buildings looked ‘fang’tastic!
Read MoreYear 2 Trip to London Zoo
On Thursday, Year 2 had a thrilling day at London Zoo. They did not let a bit of rain dampen their spirits! They saw a wide range of animals from beautiful butterflies to mischievous monkeys. The children learnt all about the different life processes for all living things.
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Top Journalist Visits NHP
In heart-warming and inspiring assemblies this week, all the children were treated to a captivating talk by Benji Hall who shared his extraordinary story of resilience and determination after a life-changing accident.
Benji took the children on a journey through his remarkable career as a journalist, where he documented some of his experiences: from providing coverage of the Royal Wedding, to travelling through rivers in darkness to places people haven’t been before, to find news to report!
It was his personal story of resilience and fortitude that truly left a lasting impression on the children. Benji’s life took an unexpected turn when he was involved in a terrible accident during his time in a war-torn region.
What made Benji’s talk truly inspirational was not the tragedy itself, but how he responded to it. He shared his journey of overcoming despair and self-doubt, undergoing extensive rehabilitation, and adapting to a new way of life. His message was clear: life may throw unexpected challenges our way, but it is our response to these challenges that defines us.
Benji’s resilience and determination were contagious, and the children were inspired by his story. He emphasised the importance of having a positive attitude, setting goals, and never giving up on your dreams, no matter the obstacles that may come your way.
As Benji concluded his assemblies, he left the children with a sense of empowerment, encouraging them to believe in their own potential and the ability to overcome any hurdles that life might present. His powerful message of resilience and optimism resonated deeply with all, leaving the children (and staff) inspired and ready to face the challenges that lie ahead. Thank you, Benji!
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