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obh.mailFriday 3rd May 2013: Issue No. 87Battlefield LiveNotes from the Head’s study……..Another week has flown by and we have enjoyed some glorious sunshine - so whatever you are doing –keep doing it! Long may this lovely weather continue.Congratulations to all members of 5CR who gave a lovely assembly this morning on the theme of theirfavourite books. An excellent and thought provoking end to our busy week.We look forward to welcoming grandparents and godparents to our annual open morning next Friday.All are warmly welcome to attend what will I am sure be a very special morning for visitors whoperhaps do not come to OBH very often. The great OBH bake-off is in full swing with staff andfriends baking all sorts of yummy delights which will adorn the table in our French Café.We are holding a pre-prep open morning on Monday. If you know a family who might be interested incoming to see us, please do let them know!We have another busy weekend at school including the ever-popular pyjama breakfast on Sundaymorning followed by golf and tennis matches with mums and dads. Bring plenty of sun cream!Quote of the weekGood judgement comes from experience; experience comes from bad judgment.Mark Twain.Yours aye,John Brettheadmaster@obh.co.ukOld Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailBoarding Matters ……………The Weekend!This term’s boarding programme kicked off on avery big high this weekend as OBH went ‘secretservice’ for a couple of days. On Saturdayevening, thedining room wast r a n s f o r m e dinto a Las VegasCasino and thechildren donnedtheir bestcocktail dresses or came dressed as theirfavourite Bond characters complete with velvetsmoking jackets, pet cats and metal teeth. Eventhe staff made an effort with the ladies dustingoff their ‘going out’ dresses and Mr Drakemanaging to pourhimself into atuxedo that hasn’tseen the light ofday since his earlytwenties.Our casino eveningwas fantastic. With a murder mystery at thecentre of it, the children took the role of variousdodgy guests of the illustrious Ronald Trump andhis wife Iguana and, while trying to make themost money possible on roulette, black jack andpoker, tried to workout who was the villainamongst them. With afabulous mocktail barprovided by Miss C, theevening was sure to bea great success andwas. Shame on HustlingHailey, otherwise known as Mia Derrick, who had“offed” her husband for his insurance money!Following breakfast and a lovely Confirmation Service,the troops dressed down and were transported toJimmy’s Farm for Battlefield Live. Now, competition isalways where we see our children come alive … and didthey?! With Mr Drake leading the ‘camo’ team andMiss C theblack team,they went headto head in aruthless battleof laser tag.While MissPugh and MrsDrakeretreated tolook at the very cute piggies, they ran up and downvalleys, ducked behind trees and above all else, madesure they got Mr Drake. When we all met up 2 hourslater, they were happy, full of excitement andthoroughly exhausted. On returning to school we allsat down for a relaxed supper before getting the nowfamous, 3 man water balloon catapult out and finallysettling down to our favourite Bond Movie.An absolutely great start to the term and a funweekend for all involved. Many thanks must go to theweekend staff especially our wonderful gappies andMiss C who did a fantastic job with our mocktails andpreparation. Also, we would like to extend our warmcongratulations to Amy, Theo, Archie and Oscar whowere all Confirmed on Sunday. We hope you had awonderful day with your families.Old Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailMatters of the Moment…………ConfirmationBank Holiday Monday 6th MayA reminder that the Bank Holiday Monday is a normal school dayfor Prep, Pre-Prep and Nursery.GOODIES AT THE BOUNDARYThe season of sunny afternoons sitting in a deck chair watchingour offspring play cricket or rounders is upon us.I know that the boarders look forward to seeing their parents(and dogs!) at their matches and especially look forward to anygoodies that they may have been brought in a hamper or coldbox.Feel free to bring in a small quantity of goodies andrefreshments for your children if you would like to. However,please may I remind you that sweets, unhealthy snacks andfizzy drinks are not allowed.Please bear in mind that all the children who play in a match willhave a match tea consisting or sandwiches, cake and a drink.The boarders will then go on the have supper at 5.50pm(a little later for cricketers).Many thanksMrs BrettYear 8 Jaguar Car Plantand Alton Towers TripThe closing date for replies for the Year 8 Jaguar Car Plant andAlton Towers Trip on 17th / 18th June is this weekend. If youwould like your child to join this trip but have not yet replied,please contact lois.pugh@obh.co.uk at your earliest convenience.Numbers will be finalised with Alton Towers next week. If youneed any additional information or have any questions pleasedirect these to Lois Pugh on the e-mail above.Get fit for Summer!Emma Garber runs her Keep fit classes everyMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdaymornings—8.30 am—9.30 am in the Drama Studio.All standards welcome.Cost: £60 for 10 sessions and £100 for 20sessions.Do come along!!OBH was very pleased to welcome theRight Reverend Clive Young, Bishop ofDunwich last Sunday who led theConfirmation service at Thorpe Morieuxchurch. We wish him a happy retirementat the end of this month.Grandparents’/Godparents’ DayFriday 10th MayPlease could parents email the school office:by Monday 6th May (office@obh.co.uk) ifyou would like an invitation to be sent toyour child’s Grandparent or Godparent whois planning to attend the Grandparents/Godparents morning next Friday, 10th May.The morning programme will be:9.30 am Meet & GreetEscort for Grandparents/Godparents to the classrooms.9.30 am Pre-Prep Sing-along10.00 am French Café opens to includemusical performances10.50 am Tour of the school for Grandparents/Godparents11.45 am Music & stories in Britten Halland address by John BrettOld Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailH O U S E H O N O U R S B O A R DSummer Term 2013Old Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailMusic Matters………………………………….Forthcoming TripsYear 6 Music RecitalMany congratulations to all pupils in Year 6 who performedin the recital on Monday. It was a lovely concert withconfident performances from all of the children. It waslovely to hear Harry Freisenbruch, William Hilsum, MaddyWalmsley-Stevenson and Elliot McBean-Willis performingfor the first time in public. The standard of music in Year 6as well as the number of children who choose to learn aninstrument is extremely promising and promises excitingthings for the future. Many thanks to all parents whoattended the concert for making it such a special occasion.Toby DunhamTrips coming up in the next two weeks.Please contact lois.pugh@obh.co.uk with anyquestions or queriesMonday 6th May and Tuesday 7th May.Year 7 River Brett Trip.Please note:7CLB will go on this trip on Monday 6thMay and 7SH on Tuesday 7th May.Please arrive at school in warm home clothesand allow for weather conditions (hat andsuncream, layers and waterproof!). Childrenshould arrive in trainers but have longwellies to wear.Buses will depart school at 11am after anumber of onsite activities. Children will beback at school for normal pickup.All children in Years 3-8 will be performing in the concert‘A Night at the Musicals’ on Thursday 23 rd May.Supper will be provided for all children before theconcert. The children will be performing in Sunday Best(not blazers) so please could they bring their uniform intoschool on the day.Parents are warmly invited to attend this hour longconcert which will take place in the Britten Hall at 7pm(drinks served from 6.30pm).Tuesday 7th May.Oundle Science AfternoonMembers of Year 6Parents have been advised: Depart schoolat 11am and return at 8pm. Please arrive atschool in Sunday Best.Monday 13th May. Year 6 Geography FieldTrip to Stowmarket. Depart at 9am andreturn by lunchtime. Please arrive at schoolin normal school uniform with school fleece /coat / tracksuit top / waterproof.Saturday 18th May. Year 8 to theHadleigh Show. Depart at 9am and return atlunchtime. Please arrive at school in SundayBest.Any questions please get in touch: toby.dunham@obh.co.ukOld Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailNews from the Friends……….Easter Tennis CampTHE ASTRONOMICAL BALL!!!!The committee are delighted with the amazing response tothe Invitations sent for The Astronomical Ball on Saturday15th June. Thank you so much to those of you who havealready bought your tickets. Tables and Tickets are sellingvery well and the countdown to the big event is quicklyflying by. We have a few tables still remaining so please,please get in touch asap to avoid disappointment. Couplesare really welcome too as the Committee are putting somefun tables together.These girls would love to hear from you.....Kate Allen at westgaterose@gmail.comOr Bumble Gambier at bumble.gambier98@gmail.comAnd the Auction..... An ENORMOUS THANK YOU to all whohave donated so far, there are some unbelievable Lots (tobe advertised soon). If anyone has a special prize, stillunderwraps, then it is not too late and we would love tohear from you! Please contact Caroline Wheeler atcarolinelucyw@aol.com.Old Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

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obh.mailNews from Pre-Prep……..Years 1 & 2The Year 1 and 2 children have continued with their theme ofTransport and Journeys this week.They had great fun investigatinghow engines push and pull carriages.The children conducted afascinating experiment toinvestigate whether it was easier topush or pull carriages. They used asmall battery powered train and aramp and put the engine to the test.They discovered that it was in fact easier to push carriages up aslope. The Year 2 children decidedthat Isambard Kingdom Brunel had thebest idea of building tunnels fortrains.NoticesHeadmaster’s EveningYear 2 Parents Friday 3rd May6.30pm—8.00 pmDouble Classrooms, Britten HallAll Year 2 parents are welcome to comealong to this evening event where youwill have the opportunity of meetingChloe Maddever ( Year 3 teacher)together with a number of Prep schoolstaff and talk about your child’s movefrom Pre-Prep into the Prep School inSeptember.Please can you advise Hannah Wijnen inthe School Office if you are able tojoin us by emailing:hannah.wijnen@obh.co.ukThere was great excitement amongst thePre Prep on Thursday when it was decidedthat there was sufficient sunshine for thefirst swim of the year. The children hadgreat fun practising their floppy feet andhaving a game of washing machines in thepool.Sainsbury’s VouchersThe school is taking part in theSainsbury’s school voucher scheme witha collection box in the foyer of thePre-Prep—please do bring them in!We have certainly made the most of thesunny weather this week and the childrenhave enjoyed time in the garden makingshelters and dens and playing with somefun phones.Bank Holiday Monday6th MayA reminder that the Bank HolidayMonday is a normal school day for bothPrep and Pre-Prep/NurseryOld Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailNursery & Reception…..This week we have been discussing trains in the Nursery.We started the week with a train themed running game,which we enjoyed doing outside in the sunshine. We hadto listen to the instructions; red meant stop, greenmeant go and when Miss McMillan called out ‘peep-peep’we had to sit down and pretend to blow the train whistle.On Wednesday Nursery were sent a special task byThomas the Tank Engine, he had lost the Fat Controller’sspecial belongings and he needed the Nursery children’shelp to find them. The Nurseryhad a treasure hunt around OBHto find the lost objects. Once thechildren found all of the missingobjects, they kindly posted themback to Thomas on the Island ofSodor, and we are eagerlyawaiting a letter back from him.Phew, what a jam pack week we have had in Reception.On Monday we designed our own transport number line,ordering and writing numerals 0-20. During our weeklycircle time we discussed all the places we would like tovisit if we could drive our own car;Ben ten world, The North Pole andAustralia were popular destinations.Well, we couldn’t believe our ears andeyes whenMrs Stewardsaid she would lend her littlegreen car to the Receptionchildren so we could go on ourtravels. We all had a turn in thedriving seat and remembered topop on our seat belts before we set off.More excitement followed on Thursday when we woke upto a bright blue, sunny sky. This meant only one thing……the first swim of the year. Whatfun was had in the pool and itreally wasn’t quite as chilly as wehad expected!Grandparents/Godparents DayFriday 10th MayPlease could parents email the school office byMonday 6th May (office@obh.co.uk) if youwould like an invitation to be sent to your child’sGrandparent or Godparent who is planning toattend the Grandparents/Godparents morningnext Friday, 10th May.The morning programme will be:9.30 am Meet & GreetEscort for Grandparents/Godparents to the classrooms.9.30 am Pre-Prep Sing-along10.00 am French Café opens to includemusical performances10.50 am Tour of the school for Grandparents/Godparents11.45 am Music & stories in Britten Halland address by John BrettPre-Prep Open Day 10 am—3 pmPlease do encourage any families with youngchildren who are interested in learning moreabout OBH to come along to the Pre-Prep andNursery on Monday 6th May and meet thechildren and staff.Bucken-Oldham Hallwww.obh.co.uk

obh.mailSports NewsCosima Dixon Smithplayed at the RegionalHockey Finals for theBlue Hornets FelstedU10 girls team duringthe Easter holidays.The team are Essexcounty champions andwent on to win the regional finals, beating thehosts, the Harleston Magpies in the final.ResultsFixturesSaturday 4th MayCricket v. Orwell Park2.00 pm 1st, 2nd & 3rd XI (H)2.00 pm Colts A, B & C (A)2.00 pm U9 A & B (A)Rounders v. Orwell Park2.00 pm U13A & B (A)2.00 pm U11A & B (H)2.00 pm U9A (H)N.B. Ul1C cancelledTuesday 30th AprilTennisBoys’ U13A v. BarnardistonWednesday 1st MayCricket v. Holmwood House1st XI2nd XI3rd XIColts AColts BColts CU9AU9BRounders v. Holmwood HouseU13 AU13 BU11 AU11 BU9 AThursday 2nd MayTennisBoys’ U11 A v. The AbbeyLostLostWonLostLostWonLostWonWonWonLostLostLostWonTuesday 7th MayTennis v. Westley Middle4.30 pm Boys’ U13A (H)Wednesday 8th MayCricket V. St. John’s Cambridge2.30 pm 1st, & 2nd XI (H)2.30 pm Colts A & B (A)N.B. 3rd XI cancelledRounders2.00 pm U13 A & B v. St. John’s & (H)Woodbridge2.30 pm U11 A & B v. St. Johns’ Cambridge (A)Thursday 9th MayTennis v. Orwell ParkBoys U13ABoys’ U11A(H)(A)Old Buckenham HallBrettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PH | tel: 01449 740252 | email: office@obh.co.ukwww.obh.co.uk