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| News : Recent School Events |
Meet the Mini Beasts In April, students in Groups 1 and 2 were entertained, and occasionally scared, by a variety of vertebrates and invertebrates. Group 1 students had previously discussed the classification of the major groups of animals and now they were able to see examples close up – very close! Click to see more - including some close up pictures!! You have been warned! | ||||||||
| Easter Bunnies raise money for charity The Easter Bunnies were busy at Cobham Hall in the week leading up to the end of term. Staff and students were invited to buy Easter Eggs which would be anonymously delivered to recipients on the last day of term. On Thursday evening the Easter Bunnies sprang into action, delivering eggs to staff and student pigeonholes throughout school. On Friday, school was alive with cries of delight as recipients discovered their chocolate treats! The initiative raised £117 for Round Square charities. Well done indeed the Round Square committee. | ||||||||
| Sixth Form Information Evening - Tuesday 20 November Girls in Group 5, plus candidates from outside school, attended the Sixth Form Information Evening on Tuesday 20 November 2007. Heads of Department were delighted with the enthusiasm of the girls and their parents, who enjoyed presentations on the opportunities and benefits of staying on into the Sixth Form at Cobham Hall. There were lengthy discussions about the curriculum, scholarship opportunities and higher education and careers options, as well as the school's unique Sixth Form Experience - designed to develop self-confidence, leadership skills and social awareness. If any parents were unable to attend, please do not hesitate to contact the Registrar, Mrs Sally Ferrers, who will be pleased to arrange for a personal visit to school. | ||||||||
House Drama Festival This year's House Drama Festival 2007 was held on Friday 16 November. The plays selected were as follows:
Clifton House Walking with Shadows by Ben Myers The school was delighted to welcome back Alan Goodwin as the adjudicator for the Festival. Alan has 40 years experience in the business, as a Drama teacher, assistant Headteacher and amateur and professional actor, appearing in plays such as The Taming of the Shrew at the National Theatre. He works extensively at the Geoffrey Whitworth Theatre in Kent as an actor and director, is an Ofsted inspector, a professional adjudicator and runs the Spotlights Youth Theatre Company in 3 different locations in Kent. ![[read more]](/images/readmore.gif) | ||||||||
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Open Morning for Prospective Parents On Saturday 10 November 2007, prospective parents and students attended the Open Morning at Cobham Hall. Visitors enjoyed the opportunity to see the school in action. Personal tours with a student guide included the chance to observe classes and talk to subject teachers. The Headmistress and senior staff were available in the Gilt Hall for personal discussion about the unique education experience offered at Cobham Hall.
Click below to download details of important forthcoming events for prospective students and their parents. ![[download file]](/images/download.gif) | ||||||||
Headmistress' Drinks Party for New Parents Parents and Guardians of girls who joined school this term were invited to a drinks party on Friday 21 September. Members of the Unicorn Committee - Cobham Hall's association of parents, staff and Governors - joined the Headmistress and staff in welcoming the new parents and guardians. | ||||||||
The sun shines for Festival Day 2007 The weather leading up to Festival Day 2007 gave great cause for concern, but on the day the sun shone and conditions could not have been better for the many parents, guardians and guests who attended the annual Festival Day at Cobham Hall. | ||||||||
Round Square Summer Fair & Mini Olympics 2007 | ||||||||
| Summer Concert - 10 May 2007 Parents, staff and visitors enjoyed a wonderful evening of music on Thursday 10 May when students from throughout school performed in the annual Summer Concert. The wide ranging programme included solo voice and instrumental performances as well as choral and ensemble pieces.
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A Flying Visit - May 2007 As part of their science education, pupils of Groups 1 and 2 were treated to a presentation about birds of prey. The students met the birds and discussed the adaptations which each had developed to suit its particular lifestyle. | ||||||||
The Guardian Convention 2007 The Guardian Convention 2007 was held on Thursday 8 March. Students in the lower sixth were invited to stand for the position of Guardian (Head Girl) for the year 2007/2008, and two excellent candidates put themselves forward for this year's election. | ||||||||
| Round Square Mini Conference - 27th to 29th April 2007 Cobham Hall was delighted to be hosting another Round Square Mini Conference from 27th to 29th April this year, for students aged 14-15 (UK Year 10). The theme of the Conference was 'International Understanding', and the programme included a lecture from Adam Holloway MP, who has wide experience of international issues from his time as a news reporter Representatives from Amnesty International gave an excellent presentation, followed by workshop sessions which gave staff and students a great deal to think about. | ||||||||
Music Workshop & Concert - 9 March 2007 On Friday 9 March, students from six local Prep and Junior schools came to Cobham Hall to make music - under the direction of Head of Music, Mrs Deborah Wallace. The visitors, some as young as 7, worked together with music students of all ages from Cobham Hall in a variety of instrumental and orchestral workshops. | ||||||||
Macbeth - The 2007 School Production It was standing room only for the final performance at Cobham Hall of the school’s production of the Scottish Play on Saturday 24 March. Many parents, students and staff were seeing the play for the second time – giving an added sense of expectancy to the more dramatic moments. Head of Drama at Cobham Hall, Kym Martin, always manages to come up with a new and exciting idea for the annual school production. This year was something very special, as she had decided to use the dramatic setting of Cobham Hall itself to provide the backdrop for a production of Macbeth, performed in promenade style. | ||||||||
Oxford University Schools Debating Cobham Hall's debating teams attended a Debating Workshop at Dulwich College on Tuesday 30 January 2007. The aim of the ESU is to develop the essential skills of speech and debate, through an international programme of training and participation. From workshops in primary schools to highly competitive University debating competitions, the ESU offers opportunities and resources at all levels. The winners in each competition progress to later rounds of these prestigious national competitions. | ||||||||
The Big Hush A glorious peace descended on Cobham Hall at 1.30pm on Friday 26 January, when the whole of Group 1 took part in Macmillan Cancer Support’s annual sponsored silence – The Big Hush – and managed to remain silent for an amazing 20 minutes. The total raised so far is a staggering £799 - with more still to be collected! | ||||||||
Oxbridge Conference 2007 On Wednesday 7 March 2007, Cobham Hall hosted the second annual conference for potential Oxbridge candidates. The aim of this Conference is to inspire and inform students considering applying to Oxford or Cambridge Colleges. This year's event was chaired by Professor Eamon Duffy, President of Magdalene College, Cambridge. | ||||||||
| Unicorn Jazz Night The hugely popular Unicorn Jazz Night was on Saturday 24 November. Parents, staff and friends enjoyed supper plus an evening of dancing to Dr Jazz. | ||||||||
Students excel at the 2006 House Music Festival The 2006 House Music Festival was held on 17 November, and all four Houses produced wonderful performances to delight staff and fellow students. | ||||||||
| Carol Service The annual Carol Service was held in Cobham Church on Thursday 13 December 2007. The Service was followed by the traditional Mulled Wine & Mince Pie Reception in the Gilt Hall. Parents, guardians and staff packed the church and were welcomed by the Reverend Christopher Collins. The service included traditional carols sung by the whole congregation, a variety of pieces performed by the schools choirs and orchestra, and Christmas readings from the gospels. The leaving collection generously supported the church funds. | ||||||||
| Book Fair Girls thoroughly enjoyed the Book Fair, which was held every lunchtime from Monday 20th to Thursday 23rd November.
The Fair was held in the Library and girls spent time browsing the wide range of books, and discovering some exciting new titles. The school received 50% commission from the sales towards purchasing new books for the school library.
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