Last Friday, some children from Years 3,4,5 and 6 competed in the Stephens Shield cross country event at Torrington Rugby Club. We had some amazing running from all with several top 10 finishers. They should be extremely proud of the way they conducted themselves in the race and when cheering on their friends. Thank you to the staff (Mr Philps, Mrs Dunn, Mrs Goodban and Mrs Scott) who made the event possible. Thanks as well to the parents who came and supported, we really appreciate it and the children always give it that little bit extra when they see a friendly face in the crowd! Well done all!

This half-term in Year 4 we have been learning about teeth and the way sugar affects the enamel and the damage it can do if it is not brushed. We left eggs to soak in different liquids for a week and analysed the results. Sammy (a dental hygienist) also came in to explain how to brush our teeth properly as well as adding to our knowledge of hidden sugars in certain foods. After these few lessons, we are certainly going to be brushing our teeth twice a day!

This Week's Story Club 

 Oi Frog! 

Year 5 have had wonderful fun creating their own fairground rides for their DT project this term.  We researched rides over the years, surveyed what people enjoyed and discovered the mechanisms that make them work.  Using this knowledge we were able to use levers and pulleys to make rides that go up and down or round and round and make them look enticingly exciting for any keen adrenaline seeker!

On Monday, we were visited by Sarah Steed (North Devon Instrument Services) who told the children all about the music lessons that take place here at Fremington Primary School. We were then treated to some wonderful recitals from students from Y2 up to Y6. They showed confidence, skill and pride. Sarah finished the assembly with a rendition of the Harry Potter theme tune on the flute and Pink Panther on the saxophone! Wonderful! Please see this week's newsletter for information about lessons taking place next year, should you want your child to take up an instrument. 

Forty of our fabulous choir members embarked upon a fantastic Musical journey to the ‘Mix Festival’ late last week. Despite the weather, both children and staff had a wonderful time engaging in a range of fun musical activities alongside many other schools from across the county. Some of the activities involved Ceilidh dancing, Taiko drumming, and even a chance to appear on local radio! The trip was so popular that children have already been asking about this next year too!