U16 Football victory - Taylor sets up the goals

The first U16A football game of the term took place this week against Claires Court, Milo Taylor played well for the duration of the match developing an understanding with strike partner Ruairi van Raalte as the game went on. He made various good runs creating space by taking defenders away, allowing Ruairi to weave his magic in the 6 yard box. He also linked up well with Tom Lewis and Matt Pollard down the left flank with some lovely passing moves. Mr Rowlinson (coach and manager) could sense his frustration toward the end of the game but feels there is no doubt the goals will come for him! Ben Markham came on for the last few minutes of the game replacing Milo who had cramp. He did well holding up the ball waiting for others to support then laying the ball off. He could sense that what was needed was to just keep possession of the ball and run down the clock as the opposition needed two goals to draw level. Shiplake managed to see the game out and won by 4 goals to 2.

Barcelona

Anna Proctor and Kit Bowerin were among the Y13 BTEC Travel and Tourism students that travelled to Barcelona for a three day trip to support their studies of European destinations. Highlights included a trip to Nou Camp- the home of FC Barcelona, the world famous ‘Las Ramblas’ market, the Castle, Olympic park and Sagrada Famialia. They also enjoyed time in an aquarium, on the redeveloped riverfront, a trip in a cable car to Montjuc (Anna is pictured below in the cable car) and good food in the evenings. 

Shiplake College on TV

A woman is crushed to death with a giant round of cheese at the home of the world-famous Midsomer Blue. Secret and controversial plans to modernise the dairy are revealed while rumours about private lives of the parents cause a row at the prestigious local prep school.

Over the Summer holidays in 2012 Shiplake College buildings and grounds were used to film tonights episode of Midsomer Murders - Schooled in Murder.

Natural History

Not only are our grounds fantastic to look at, they harbour lots of interesting fauna and flora. Part of our grounds are a County Wildlife site, home to the rare Loddon Lily. Of more interest to most people though are the fauna - some of which were recently captured on camera by Head groundsman Richard Evans, lurking in the wooded area below Everett. Badger, Mink, Fox and Muntjac.

CCF promotions

I was pleased to see the following Everett pupils awarded well deserved promotions in Today's parade. Gus McCulloch to Serjeant, Myles Everett and Dom Marsh to Lance Corporal. Max Chandler was also promoted to Lance Corporal but was ill today and will pick up his new rank badge on his return.

Open as normal

Dear Parents

School will be open as usual on Monday. It is likely that we will allow day pupils to leave from 3.30pm and send buses early again tomorrow but we will confirm this in the morning. If this causes any difficulties for you, please contact the College. We will be happy to organise any overnight accommodation should it be required. Normal routine will continue for those in College in the evening. Pupils may wear warm casual clothing (including a coat.)
Kindest regards
Rob Jones
Deputy Headmaster

Photo below from Chris Baker Y10 view from Everett window

Snow!

A few brave souls are left here at Shiplake, enjoying the snow. I hope all Everett boys and girls got home safely last night and enjoy the longer than expected weekend. Below are a few pictures, including Matthew taking on Y11 in a snowball fight and Sophie trying to be an angel!

Summer Exam timetable

The Summer 2013 exam timetable for GCSE, AS and A2 has been published and can be seen here. There may be changes but I will try and keep the document updated. Please check individual statements of entry when these are produced later in the year.


https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BybyRe6jkVkoSWxQUzQzeXdSRUU/edit

Anna scores 6 goals in win over MCS

Anna Proctor was part of the successful Girls netball team, pictured below, who beat Magdalen College this week 14-9, a great victory over a much bigger school with far more girls. Despite falling behind early in the first half the Shiplake girls warmed to their task with their handling skills becoming more assured, the Shiplake girls raised their intensity and became more aggressive in their tackling, limiting MCS’s passing options. Anna Proctor’s clinical finishing helped her to find the net no less than six times! Well done Anna.

House Art

Although we came 5^th in the overall competition, congratulations to Rose Parker who won the print category in Y13 and Max Chandler who came 2^nd in the painting category for Y11. My son Matthew also contributed, winning the Under 8 competition!

Atlantic Shore gig

Will Tse played a packed House at The Greene Note, Kings Arms, Berkhamsted last Thursday. Will and his band Atlantic Shore enjoyed the evening and he was pleasantly surprised to give out his first autograph to their fans!

Academic Awards

The Headmaster presented awards this week in assemblies for academic effort and attainment for last term, from a combination of report grades, excellence slips and progress reviews. In Y13 Kit Bowerin and Rose Parker both received Highly Commended awards, in Y11 Jamie Mottram received an Academic Honours award, in Y10 – Harry Frost received an award for the most excellence slips in the year group, as did Darien Patel in Y9. Well done to all.

Happy New Year and Welcome back

Happy New Year to everyone, I hope you all had a great Christmas.

A warm welcome to our new Y9 pupil Hassan.

The House will be unlocked for returning boarders on Monday 7th from 19.00.