Cranford_World_2007

“ A L A N G U A G E C O L L E G E ”
Cranford
World
2007
The right to be safe
The right to be respected
The right to learn
Cranford Community College, High Street, Cranford, Hounslow. TW5 9PD - Tel: 020 8897 2001 - www.cranford.hounslow.sch.uk

Editorial
Bonjour, guten Tag, hola, buongiorno, sat sri akaal, asaalam alaikum,
maalim wanaqsan and welcome to our new language college publication
‘Cranford World’.
As a specialist school language college, Cranford promotes languages,
internationalism and diversity across primary and secondary schools
within Hounslow, and with other partners within the London region
and beyond.
In this edition you can savour a taste of
how Cranford has embraced the cultural
diversity of our school community through
trips across the world, cross curricular links
in our school environment and
outreach work with a
range of stakeholders.
There are articles written by students, staff and partners
celebrating how language and internationalism can be
part of whole school learning and not just confined
to the teaching and learning of languages.
Examination success continues to rise and
Cranford’s range of languages has increased
over the years to meet the aspirations and
future needs of learners. Students can learn
French, German, Spanish, Punjabi and Urdu
within the school day, with twilight classes
offered in Arabic, Portuguese and Gujarati.
Cranford has increasing numbers of students
enjoying the benefits of languages at post-16 and
has introduced a national vocational qualification in
French at Key Stage 4. Gifted and talented students
often take their GCSEs, AS & A levels early and
students have also gained examination success in
Russian, Italian, Arabic, Farsi, Portuguese,
Turkish and Mandarin Chinese.
Cranford is proud to act as the focal point for students
from around Hounslow and other local boroughs who want
to sit GCSE and A level examinations in a wide range of
Community Languages. The school is very proud of what
the staff and students of Cranford Community College have
achieved to date as a specialist language college and is in
great shape to continue develop this work and raise standards
in schools further in the coming years. I hope you enjoy the
read, the extent of the school’s work makes us all very proud
and privileged to be part of Cranford Community College.
Tiffany Robinson
Language College Manager
Cranford World 2007
Content Table
Page(s)
Modern and Foreign
Languages Trips .......................... 1, 2, 3
The Multi-Cultural School .............. 4, 5
Cross-Curricular
Educational Visitis........................... 6, 7
Outreach Work ..................................... 8
Games & Competitions........................ 9
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Kevin Prunty (Head Teacher)
KPR@cranford.hounslow.sch.uk
Tiffany Robinson
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Jessica Joyce
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Philip Dobison
PDO@cranford.hounslow.sch.uk
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Trip to the Christmas Market in Bonn
by Mr J. Robertson
In December 2006, a group of 20 year 8 students went on a trip
to Bonn in Germany to visit the traditional Christmas Market (or
Christkindlmarkt). This involved
leaving at 5 am then catching the
tube to Stansted airport. However
the tube was closed at one point
in the journey, which meant us
embarking on a mission impossible
style chase through central London,
catching double-decker buses and
then finally jogging the remaining 400 metres to Liverpool Street
Station. We finally managed to check in at the airport in the nick
of time and had a really good day in Bonn at the market.
All of the students managed to get themselves some bargains,
presents for their families, as well as going on the funfair rides.
It was a very busy day,
but everyone had a good
time. Having a Christmas
market is a tradition that
goes back to medieval
times in Germany. The
market is made up of lots
of small stalls selling all
kinds of homemade gifts
and foods. Some pupils
enjoyed it so much that
they have signed up to go back to Germany for five days this
summer. Well done to everyone who went on the trip for being
so patient and well behaved despite all of the problems we had
with the transport.
Theatre trip - Andorra
by Mr J. Robertson
Year 12 students studying AS German
this year went on a trip to Royal
Holloway (part of the University of
London) to see some university students
performing production of a play called
Andorra’. Tajbir Settie who studied
A-level German at Cranford Community College in 2006
and achieved a ‘B’ grade in the
subject was acting in the play
as a Carpenter. She is currently
undertaking a degree in English
with German at the university. The
play was written in German by a
Swiss author called Max Frisch.
Max Frisch
The year 12 German students from Cranford were
impressed at how much of the language they were
able to understand and although the play deals with
some very serious themes, everyone found it very
entertaining. The performers did very well as they
were mostly in their first year of studying German
at degree level.
German exchange
by Mr J. Robertson
In October 2006, a group of 25 German pupils and their
teachers visited Cranford Community College. They came
from a school near Frankfurt and were visiting England for
the first time. They attended some lessons where they studied
Romeo and Juliet and
also recorded a rap song
with Mr McKeever.
The students went on
two day trips during
their stay. One to Oxford
where they visited Keble
College and Oxford
University’s Museum
of Natural History and
a visit to London where
they made the rounds of
tourist sights like Big Ben
and Buckingham Palace.
They also had time for a quick shopping trip to Oxford Street. On
their last day, the German students interviewed representatives
from the school council and went on a tour of the Gurdwara in
Southall. It was an action packed week for all involved.
In June 2007, a group of Cranford students made a return visit to
the German school and visited a castle and experienced Frankfurt
city centre with their exchange partners.
Year 8 and 9 Trip to Germany
by Mr J. Robertson
A group of 37 year 8 and 9 students travelled to Germany to stay
for five days during half term. We stayed in a friendly hotel near
the river Mosel and had brilliant weather for most of the time.
The students went on a boat trip along the river Rhine and saw
lots of vineyards and mountains, then went to visit a castle.
We also spent a day in Frankfurt city centre and met up with
students from our partner school in Germany. There was a good
chance to get some shopping in before we went on a tour of
some of the famous places in the city.
On our last day we went to Phantasialand a big theme park,
which everyone enjoyed. It was a great chance for Cranford
students to go and experience a bit of what life in Germany is
like and to practise some of the German they have been learning
in school. The trip will run again next year for pupils in years 8,
9 and 10 for anyone who missed out and would like to go.
Modern and Foreign Languages Trips
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Modern and Foreign Languages Trips
A
D r e a m
c o m e t r u e . . . !
by Ms V. Sill
In March 2007, the modern foreign languages department ran a three day trip to
Paris for year 10 students studying French.
The trip gave students the opportunity to practise their French in a variety of real life situations.
The students travelled by coach and ferry to Calais before setting off to Le Touquet to visit
a traditional chocolate factory in the heart of the French countryside. Students were given a
guided tour of the factory, learnt how chocolate is made and were invited to taste freshly made
chocolate. Students then scrambled to get into the queue for the factory shop; a veritable chocolate
heaven.
On the second day of the trip the coach set off to Disneyland Paris (not before a delicious
buffet breakfast with as many croissants and pains au chocolat as could be eaten). As well as
enjoying Space Mountain and the other thrilling rides, students were given a questionnaire
to complete throughout the day to help them use their French. They had to order food,
ask for prices, ask for directions and understand French signs. This was all good
practice for the Module 2 exam in May 2007 which tested them on the language
of travel and tourism.
To provide the perfect ending to an already magical day, students were treated
to a night-time tour of Paris where they saw the la Tour Eiffel illuminated in
all its glory.
On the final day, everyone boarded the traditional Bateau Mouche for a river
cruise which went past la Cathédrale de Notre Dame and other beautiful
buildings that line the river Seine. The students were then given a guided tour of the famous sights of Paris such as the
Ritz hotel, l’Arc de Triomphe, Les Champs Elysées, Le Musée du Louvre and la Place de la Concorde.
Students and staff had an exciting learning experience in Paris. Everyone arrived back home sain et sauf, with some wonderful
memories, photos and chocolates. The students were so enthusiastic about the whole experience that they recommended that
next year, the trip be repeated over 4 days, so that students have even more time to explore this wonderful city.
French essay competition success
by Ms V. Sill
An all expenses paid trip to Paris was the prize won by A level French student Jay
Bhadricha in year 12 as first prize in the National French Language Week competition
in March 2007. The competition was run by the British Council and the French Institute
and they received hundreds of entries from all over the UK. Cranford’s A-level French
students all entered the competition and the school was delighted to learn that Jay had
won first prize for the Key Stage 5 (A-level) category.
The competition required participants to produce a creative piece of writing based on
ten French words that ranged from ‘amour’ to ‘bizarre’. The judges commented on Jay’s
creativity and hilarious use of the French language.
Lille trip
by Ms M. Calvo
On the last day of the autumn term 2006, a group of year 9 French students and
four teachers set off for a day trip to the Lille Christmas market. The Lille Christmas
market is renowned as one of the best in northern France and everyone was excited
at the prospect of spending their euros on presents for family and friends. Students
practised essential French phrases on the coach such as “Ça coûte combien?”, “Bonjour
Monsieur/Madame”. In Lille, students ventured off in small groups, ready to explore
the many sights which included the stalls at the Christmas market, a Ferris wheel in
the main square with views over the town, hot waffles with chocolate
sauce and the Disney shop.
Year 9 practised their French in a variety of situations,
showing themselves to be proficient and polite. They
enjoyed delicious French food and stocked up on
presents from the market stalls and the shops around
the town square. On the return journey the group
made a stop at a hypermarket in Calais to stock
up on more French food and, for some fashion
conscious pupils, to buy more clothes.
Trip to Boulogne - S ur
4.30 am: As the early morning mist swirled around the school
gates and the only sign of life was the milkman, I wondered
whether I was the only person awake in the whole of London
and why I was mad enough to plan a trip that started so
early.
Minutes later I was greeted by an excited group of year 8
students, all eager to experience French culture and put into
practice the French that they had been learning for the past
two years. Soon we were on the road; amazingly all 44 pupils
and 4 teachers had made it on time and although a
bit bleary-eyed all seemed in good spirits.
The excitement of the Eurotunnel over, we arrived in a foggy
Boulogne-sur-Mer. First stop, Nausica aquarium; France’s
national sea-life centre, where we encountered sharks at
feeding time, sea-lions, tropical fish and learned about what
we can do to help the planet. A highlight for many was the
chance to touch a ray and hold a star-fish – a bit different
from a normal French lesson.
- Mer by Ms E. Bullock
After all of the travelling and attempts to find Nemo,
we headed for Boulogne’s beautiful old-town for some
sightseeing, shopping and of course delicious French food.
There was great excitement when pupils realised that they
could order in French and get what they were expecting and
many souvenirs were bought from the shops to take back for
family and friends.
Next stop, the beach! While shopping, the fog had lifted to
reveal beautiful blue skies. So conditions were perfect on
Boulogne’s white sandy beach for the boys to enjoy a good
game of football: Les Bleus v. l’Italie the world cup final
rematch. The girls enjoyed dipping their feet in the sea and
playing on the sand and the teachers relaxed by eating lots
of ice-cream.
8.30, return to Cranford. All very tired, but all had a brilliant
day. Lots of French was attempted, many souvenirs were
bought, and lots of new experiences were had: in fact some
pupils wanted to stay for a week. Maybe next time...
Modern and Foreign Languages Trips
During the 2 day trip to Paris, Jay was invited to the British Embassy for afternoon
tea served by butlers in surroundings reminiscent of Buckingham Palace. He had the
chance to meet the ambassador and learn all about the history of the embassy. The trip
also included a tour round the Musée d’Orsay, a former railway station which now houses
many paintings by Monet and Van Gogh.
Jay will continue to study French in year 13 during which time he will undertake a week’s
work experience in the historical town of Rouen, northern France. He is planning to study French
with history at university.
A Language College - Where achieving is believing
The right to be safe - The right to be respected - The right to learn

The Multi-Cultural School
Cranford Community College thrives with its multi-cultural community.
We have students from so many backgrounds, countries, creeds and cultures.
This is a privilege and provides many opportunities for
celebration, understanding and learning.
The map below exemplifies the roots
of our school community
demonstrating the
wonderful diversity
of our staff,
students and
families.
Albania
Long form: Republic of Albania
Population: 3,079,000*
Capital City: Tiranë
Currency: Lek
Languages: Albanian
(official), Greek
Religions: Muslim (70%),
Albanian Orthodox, Catholic
UNITED
KINGDOM
London
Great Britain
Long form: United Kingdom of
Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Population: 50,663,700*
Capital City: London
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Language: English
Religions: Christian (72%), Muslim,
Hindi, others
(*) 2006 estimations
Latvia
Long form: Republic of Latvia
Population: 2,290,000*
Capital City: Riga
Languages: Lettish (official),
Lithuanian, Russian
Official Currency: Lats
Religions: Lutheran, Catholic,
Russian Orthodox
(*) 2006 estimations
The Multi-Cultural School
(*) 2006 estimations
Colombia
Long form: Republic of Colombia
Population: 42,954,279*
Capital City: Bogota
Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
Languages: Spanish
Religions: Catholic (90%), others
(*) 2006 estimations
Somalia
Long form: Somali Democratic Republic
Population: 8,863,338*
Capital City: Mogadishu
Currency: Somali Shilling
Languages: Somali (official),
Arabic, English, Italian
Religions: Sunni Muslim
(*) 2006 estimations
Pakistan
Long form: Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Population: 162,419,900*
Capital City: Islamabad
Currency: Pakistani Rupee (PKR)
Languages: Punjabi (48%), Sindhi (12%),
Siraiki (10%), Pashtu (8%), Urdu (8%), others
Religions: Sunni Muslim (77%),
Shi’a Muslim (20%)
India
Long form: Republic of India
Population: 1,080,264,400*
Capital City: New Delhi
Currency Indian Rupee (INR)
Languages Hindi, Bengali and 13
other (official) languages, including
Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, Gujarati,
Malayalam, Kannada, Oriya, Punjabi,
Assamese, Kashmiri, Sindhi, and
Sanskrit. Hindustani is widely spoken in
the north, and English is, for the most
part, the language of modern business.
Religions Hindu (80%), Muslim (13%),
others
(*) 2006 estimations
(*) 2006 estimations
A Language College - Where achieving is believing
The right to be safe - The right to be respected - The right to learn

Cross-Curricular Educational Visits
by
Ms A. Johal
During May 2007, 44
enthusiastic science
students embarked
on a trip across the
English Channel with
5 equally enthusiastic
staff, the result of the
joint efforts by the
teachers of the Science
and Modern Languages
departments.
The first stop in
France was at Vimy,
an impressive Canadian war monument to all who died in the
war. A few hours later the group reached Compaigne where the
group got its first real chance to practise French. “Je voudrais un
sandwich…” everyone has to start somewhere.
The next morning the group arrived in Paris, visiting Sacré Coeur,
seeing the Moulin Rouge, l’Arc de Triomphe and the Tour Eiffel
- everything felt memorable. Lunch was taken on the bank of to
the river Seine and although it began to rain it didn’t spoil the
mood. After lunch everyone took part in a river boat cruise of
Paris, students excitedly listened to the commentary in up to eight
different languages.
Next on the itinerary, the party arrived at Futuroscope, our ultimate
destination. Futuroscope offers the cutting edge of cinematographic
technology; pupils virtually travelled from the peak of the Alps
and the streets of Venice to the deep blue ocean, not forgetting a
dance with robots on the way. Although the day was cold, pupils
didn’t falter and many left the gift shop with their own rockets
and mini Van der Graff generators. A journey into the cosmos
had students discussing the formation of stars, a real merging of
Science and languages.
The trip was a huge success, with pupils and staff learning
something new at every turn. The 44 students returning to Cranford
were no less enthusiastic then when they left but all were returned
well versed in French culture, having learnt or practised their
French and with a greater understanding of science in the world
around them. The smiling faces and echo of ‘Merci’ resonating
from pupil after pupil on the coach as it turned into Cranford
High Street said it all.
Neasden Temple visit
by Mirna Dave (7W)
“A Midsummer Nights Dream” Asian style
by Katrina Rattu (year 12)
In March 2007, 40 Cranford students from years 7, 8 and 12
went on a thoroughly enjoyable joint RE and Punjabi trip to
Neasden Temple. The day was great, as year 7 and 8 students
competed in a quiz on Hinduism, and the year 12 students led
others in practising their Punjabi language skills in a question
and answer session with temple volunteers.
“When we went to Neasden Temple, we enjoyed it a lot. First,
we went into the Marble Mandir which we entered from a
building beside it. I prayed, and we looked at all the beautiful
marble statues. The statues were of Gods (Murtis) which
Hindus dress like humans. Then we went to a big hall where
we saw a slideshow to do with the building of the Mandir.
Afterwards, we went to see Aarti being performed, which was
beautiful. Aarti is an important ceremony for Hindus.
We saw a film on all the different things in the new Mandir in
Delhi. They showed us a lot of information about the temple
in Delhi, one thing I remember is that the temple is held up
by life-like elephants! As soon as we finished this film, we
went into a room with a statue of Shri Swaminarayan and we
walked around it.
Straight after lunch, we went to an exhibition. The exhibition
was very interesting; there were things there that I didn’t know.
I loved the stories that they had. It was a really wonderful day
and we all learnt a lot.
Year 12 and 13 students visited the Roundhouse Theatre, London in March 2007 to watch the sensational,
ravishing and enchanting ‘Midsummer Nights Dream.’
The play was acted using eight different languages consisting of English, Tamil, Malayalam, Sinhalese,
Hindi, Bengali, Marathi and Sanskrit and included performers from India and Sri-Lanka, though hard
to grasp the unfamiliar languages, the expression of the words and acting allowed greater understanding
and made sure that the play was a thorough joy to watch and a great experience. Students shared their
own knowledge of each language with each other. The engaging physical abilities of the actors were
dazzling; they ripped paper from the set to reveal a a visually exciting bamboo framework integrated
into the story. The rich coloured cloth dangling from the ceiling was a joy to watch as the actors hung and tied
themselves up within it. The acrobatics and agility of the actors were a high point of the performance. The Director
was clever in making all the characters come to life even though they all came from different worlds.
I didn’t realise how a formal play written by Shakespeare could be so relevant to today and 21st century society, especially
a multicultural community like Cranford’s. The diversity of tongues employed mirrored those used within the school and
the Indian setting. It was an imaginative and refreshing production. It was good to see a play that was not eurocentric
and offered something different. This play was truly a ‘dazzling’ performance, not to be missed.
In my role as Director of Sport & Extra
Curricular Activity, I visited China
in May 2007 to spend some time
at a partner institution in the city of
Tianjin, China. Cranford Community
College has a long standing and
close relationship with TIFERT
(Tianjin Institute for Foreign Economic
Relations and Trade) which has led
to a number of exchange visits by
students and staff, conferences and
other business partnerships between
the two institutions. In April 2007,
there was a Business and Economics trip
for 2 weeks to the school and in October
2007, Mr Prunty will join TIFERT’s President, Mr Wang, to
sign a new ‘Friendship Agreement’ in Beijing.
The purpose of my visit was to start planning for a delegation
of staff and students from Cranford to coincide with the 2008
Beijing Olympics which takes place in venues around Beijing
and Tianjin. During the visit, I was invited to be a special guest
Business and Economics
study visit to China
by Bejal Bhimjiyani
Visit to the Beijing Olympics venues
by Mr S. Dean
of honour at their annual sports event. I was very impressed
by the way in which they organised and ran their sports event.
It really was like a practice Olympic Games. The opening
ceremony itself lasted for one and a half hours and was a
spectacle to behold. I was invited to say a few words during
the opening ceremony and it was my pleasure to watch such
an inspiring, well organised and enormous event. The conduct
of the students during the sports event outstanding and they
all seem to take such a huge pride in their sport.
During my stay, I was provided with a translator who
accompanied me everywhere as my Mandarin is not too good
yet, but I did try my best. I took the opportunity to visit the
Great Wall of China where they were holding the Great Wall
Marathon which was another incredible experience. It was
awesome watching hundreds of runners completing 26 miles
285 yards, including part of it along the Great Wall itself. This
was no mean feat!
I went to inspect the brand new ‘Olympic Football Stadium’
that they have built in Tianjin and which the delegation will
be visiting in 2008. It is a massive structure covered on the
outside with sheets of plastic and it looks like a huge UFO.
Most of the Olympic football tournament will take place in this
stadium which is within 10 minutes of TIFERT.
During Easter/Vaisakhi 2007, 17 Business & Economics students and 2 staff travelled across the globe to our
partner institution, TIFERT in Tianjin, China. We were able to enjoy great views such as the Great Wall and the
Forbidden City in Beijing and many sights around Tianjin itself which is a huge
and highly populated city 2 hours from Beijing. We made a number of visits to
thriving businesses looking particularly at manufacturing industry and China’s
fast developing economic growth factors. We were also able to observe large
production facilities and other businesses and ask questions about Chinese working
conditions and China’s economic vision. These visits also gave us an insight into
how individual businesses operate in China and how they are contributing to the
overall Chinese economy. This opportunity was absolutely amazing and we will
never forget what we learnt about Business, Economics, China, its language and
its culture through direct, first hand experience. All of us were able to gain an
insight into the Chinese culture especially when we spent time with a Chinese
family in their homes as part of the venture. We made many friends in China and
found it very easy to understand and relate to each other. We will certainly keep
in contact with our new friends.
Cross-Curricular Educational Visits
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Outreach Work
French at Beavers Community Primary School
by Mr P. Barber
“Is the French teacher coming in today?” This is the question
that greets me every Friday morning and demonstrates just how
excited the children are about the partnership visit from the
French teacher.
From the very first session the children have been enthusiastic
and eager to learn. Regardless of ability in other subjects, the
children have been able to access the content of each lesson. In
fact, some of the French lessons have enhanced the children’s
learning in other curriculum subjects, for example geography and
European awareness.
Lessons are fun. No child feels excluded from the lesson as all
learning styles are catered for through dynamic, interactive and
fun activities.
As non-specialist teachers, we have all felt supported and
positive about our role in facilitating future lessons. Indeed, the
children have responded well to my attempts at teaching some
of the modules. Some of the questions and concerns that the
children have are also shared by the teaching staff, which leads
to productive dialogue and creative thinking about language.
Parents and peers have been able to witness how well our children
are progressing with French through termly class assemblies. We
even sang in French at the Carol Concert! All in all this has
been a very positive learning experience for the
children and staff.
CCC supports Languages
across the Borough and Region
by Ms T. Robinson
Cranford Community College has spread
its wings across the borough and supported
schools, students and teachers in a range of
teaching and learning strategies.
Staff at Cranford have gained qualification as
regional trainers for the delivery of Key Stage
2 modern foreign languages and run a series
of training days for KS2 teachers, Deputies
and Headteachers embrace the KS2 modern
foreign languages strategy, enabling them
to understand the new framework and gain
teaching knowledge and confidence. Cranford
offers training to Hounslow primary schools to
help with lesson planning and delivery.
Cranford chairs the secondary modern foreign languages subject leaders
meeting once per term where the national strategies are covered and
language teachers from different schools share good practice and focus on
subject specific issues to help promote languages and raise achievement.
The meetings offer a great opportunity for networking and professional
development.
The Department for Education and Skills has funded a group of schools
to research and report back on the foreign language teaching issues at
Key Stage 3. Cranford Community College is the lead school in this
initiative and has produced an action plan which will help Key Stage 3
move forward positively at a time of curriculum change.
For more details please contact:
Tiffany Robinson TRO@cranford.hounslow.sch.uk
Français à Cranford Junior School
by Ms Z. Woodward
Bonjour, Ça va? Do you know the answer? Our year 3 and 4
children do!
We have been able to teach primary foreign languages in two of
our four year groups with support from our Cranford Community
College’s Language College Manager, Ms Robinson. She has
brought many wonderful resources to show and share which were
very helpful in our team teaching in year 3.
WITE PEN DOWN HERE
The experience for the children involved has been a very positive
one and they are very keen to join in and practise new words
and phrases. Being interactive has been the key to these sessions,
the pupils love using actions to remember words, playing linked
games on the whiteboards and jumping around singing songs
such as ‘The Weather Song’ to the tune of ‘Here we go..’. They
are constantly asking when the next lesson is and cannot wait
to learn more.
After having shown so much enthusiasm, the year 4 teachers
and I set a date last term for a French Day. Throughout the day
the children were immersed in French culture from a traditional
hot chocolate and croissant breakfast to painting in the style of
a French artist. Unsurprisingly they thoroughly enjoyed their day
and keep pestering their teachers to do another one.
French at Norwood Green Junior School
by Ms E. Sturman
It has been an exciting year for French at Norwood Green. Ms
Robinson from Cranford Community College has been helping
us teach and prepare lessons for pupils in year 4.The children
presented a French Christmas assembly and recently showed
pupils and staff at the school how to play pétanque.
The children are looking forward to attending
the French Market Day at Cranford Community
College in July 2007, and have been practising role
plays so they can converse with the year 9 pupils.
Children in year 3 have had the opportunity to
attend a French club. The children were supported
by pupils in year 4 who helped teach the children
a variety of songs and games. Pupils from year 4
will teach mini lessons to year 3 pupils at the end
of the summer term.
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you Do know?
Circle or underline the correct answers.
What are the colours of the German flag?
- black, red & white
- red, yellow & black
- black, gold & red
- red, green & black
How do eskimos greet one another?
- They shake hands
- They rub noses
- They smile at one another
- They kiss each other’s cheek
Which is the most spoken language in the world?
Spanish - Chinese - English - Urdu
Can you name the countries which make up the G8?
- Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan,
USA, Russia & UK
- UK, France, Germany, Spain, China,
USA, Denmark & Australia
- India, Russia, China, UK, France, USA,
Argentina & Germany
- USA, UK, India, Japan, Italy, France,
Pakistan, South Africa & Kenya
What do the Germans traditionally drink beer from?
a glass - a bottle - a stein - a mug
How many countries are there in Africa?
52 - 54 - 53 - 57
What was the original name for Istanbul?
- Pamukkale - Bodrum -
- Constantinople - Ephesus -
Whaht is the national Sport of India?
Cricket - Hockey - Football - Athletics
WITE PEN DOWN HERE
Find these words:
1st Prize – your fllag will be designed and made
15 Runners-up – will all receive HMV vouchers
We need you
to design a flag which
represents CCC (Cranford
Community College).
W ORDS EARCH
- internationalism - travel
- knowledge Internationalism
- language
- harmony
- abroad
- culture
- cranford
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Y W W A E J N N W N E H A R M O N Y Y B
E V W I E D D O O K P O B N D I J F T C
L F A B U B B J D R L V U D G U U U C K
I E U C U L T O O T T U D T H N R G T H
I G O T K N O W R E A A E R A D K S W P
U O I O N E O T X B N C C S N E A V E S
F S K Z I E F I N K A L U U E R U E L L
O G F S U T I A N O S E R D D S D D A D
G C U L T U A T R A I R O N A E C D E Q
I N P I D T E C A L C T G D G A U P G H
F X N K Y O F R U C E N B I X N Q D U Y
X B F O P L D R E D U C D C F D R I A Y
V D E K I E W A E L E D U E U I J H G D
Z R H A R R O N O T E N E T U D Q Q E V
V V D H D A A G M R Z L R A N D E K Q X
I C A D A N U C K N B W A E D G E F O S
Y R Q Q R C O U U Z W A F R T A V E Q C
R B T F M E Q D X D L B R D T N O D N I
Z L N Q L J T V H A E M O C Y F I J A J
V J R H B N C R W I W U B U N H B I E M
Find these words:
internationalism culture language cranford adventure
knowledge travel abroad understanding tolerance
harmony
The design must be clear and
simple and should be on an A4
sheet of paper which can be done
by hand or on computer. If you win,
your flag will be made into a real flag
which will fly in front of the school.
Go on... give it a go
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- understanding
- adventure
- tolerance
Flag Competition
Design a flag for Cranford and win!
Deadline: 30 September 2007
Send your design via email or post to:
E-mail: TRO@cranford.hounslow.sch.uk
Tiffany Robinson, Cranford Community College,
High Street, Cranford, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW5 9PD
Games & Competitions
A Language College - Where achieving is believing
The right to be safe - The right to be respected - The right to learn

Ethiopia in geography
by Ms D. Gostling
Year 9 Geography has a strong
international theme. During the autumn
term 2006, students showed outstanding
literacy skills and understanding of
international development by writing a
briefing paper for the Foreign Secretary
to advise our government about how
it could help Ethiopia become more
economically developed. In spring 2007,
students got actively stuck in to role
plays to simulate what it is like to live
in a Brazilian shanty town. Finally, as
part of the recognition of the benefits
of migration into Britain, students also
presented speeches for a mock ‘Question
Time’ debate on the effects of migration
in this country.
CCC & DAV
IN PARTNERSHIP
An unforgettable memory
by Ms N. Kaur
Cranford is fortunate to have a partner school such as DAV school based in India, providing such
a unique opportunity for the students of Cranford to experience the culture of a language based
11,800 miles away. I visited our partner school in summer 2006 as a link for the school, the Panjabi
department and those studying the subject. On arrival, there was a colourful welcoming ceremony
with the Headteacher, teachers and students. The ceremony called a PUJA, and HAVAN portrays a
traditional approach to begin an auspicious day. These cultural activities are key in establishing sound
background knowledge of a rich heritage language and the school is looking forward to exchanging
cultural and social values and expanding the Cranford prospectus further and even more globally.
“ A L A N G U A G E C O L L E G E ”
The right to be safe
The right to be respected
The right to learn
Cranford Community College, High Street, Cranford, Hounslow. TW5 9PD - Tel: 020 8897 2001 - www.cranford.hounslow.sch.uk