Dodgeball

Posted on October 26th, 2024

DODGEBALL

This was the first event in the OMNES series which offers taster sessions in non-curricular sports.

A team from Yr 1/2 and another from 5/6 took part in an afternoon of fun run by the college students at Lynnsport. The games were played in rotation with the 5 other schools, West Lynn, Denver, South Wootton, Greenpark and Flitcham. For some children it was the first time they had played against other schools and as it was a festival it was more about fun and learning skills rather than winning.

It was all rather noisy but lots of fun!

“I learnt that we had to follow instructions.”

“I liked playing other teams.”
“I liked that the score didn’t matter.”
“We worked together.”

“Some teams were hard but we kept going.”

“It was fun and exciting!”

Girls Football

Posted on October 26th, 2024

King’s Lynn Club Football Festival

We were invited to take part in this festival which is aimed solely at girls. Last year our girls really enjoyed a similar event so it was a good opportunity for them to wear the new kit.

They played 7 a side with rolling substitutes; we also rotated girls in goal which proved enlightening as Ellenie enjoyed the position immensely. Her comment afterward was, “My favourite thing was being in goal!”

There were several schools, Hillcrest, Holy Cross, North Wootton, South Wootton Fairstead, and Sandringham. They all played against each other, learning as they went as it was a festival no scores were recorded, it was just about enjoying themselves. As the games went on they all gained confidence, playing as a team and encouraging each other which is what we at Sandringham do very well.

From the chatter and looks on their faces when they returned and Mrs Garrard’s comments, they really did have fun. This fact was in many of the comments. It was a good opportunity to try something different without the pressure of competition. A couple of other comments mentioned; “Improved on getting into spaces, passing, tackling and
marking.”

“It was really fun and I enjoyed it. Thanks for picking me.”

WELL DONE; Mila, Lacey, Elsa, Pip, Maisie, Nyla, Harriet, Georgina and Ellenie.

Cross Country

Posted on October 26th, 2024

A Great Start

The Town Cross Country, held at Lyn nsport, is the first event of the school year and the top 10 qualify for the next round, West Norfolk Clusters also held at Lynnsport. The top 10 from that event go on to a
County event.

We took 17 boys and girls covering years 2 – 6, who ran over varying distances, 600m – 1600m. There were a lot of schools taking part which meant there were a lot of competitors in each race which was a little scary for some. Despite the overnight rain it was a still, sunny morning, ideal racing conditions.

Our children all ran extremely well, pacing themselves and sprinting, gaining places at the finish. It was a real head to head along the finishing straight between two of our boys. All the races were very competitive with 4 girls finishing in a top 10 place; Pip 5 th , Ellenie 10 th , Brogan 7 th and Ayla 10 th . Claudia ran a super race to finish 4 th in the year 2 race narrowly missing out on a medal, year 2s don’t run in the next round.

As always, they were all very supportive of each other throughout the morning as were the parents who attended. Thank you.

Well done; Pip, Isaac, William, Ellenie, Harriet, Maisie, Georgina, Cooper, Ollie, Arlo, Harrison, Brogan, Ayla, Claudia, Jamie, Rohan and Otto.

Football Kit

Posted on August 20th, 2024

Thank You!

Firstly I would like to say thank you to the Friends for purchasing the new football kit, well I say football but the plan is to be able to use it for hockey and tag rugby too. A winter kit! The old kit will also come in handy when we enter a second team or if there are 2 events on the same day.

I think, from expressions in the assembly that it was liked and actually putting on a kit gives an added sense of pride.

So a big thanks to you.

Secondly I would like to applaud our young people for their sportsmanship, their willingness, their courage and determination in their approach and support of each other in every event we have entered over the past year. They have shown great maturity and belief in themselves which will provide a solid platform for the coming year, whether at Sandringham or High school. For a small school we are always competitive and do very well against the much larger primaries, although at times it is a little frustrating for everyone but they take it in their stride.  We have been rewarded with gold medals twice this year in the Netball and Quadkids which were tremendous performances.

So thank you parents for your support and trust and thank you to all our young people for your willingness to listen, learn and give it your best!

Have a Great Summer!

Miss Leftley

Tennis triumph

Posted on July 15th, 2024

Mini Tennis Festival @ Lynnsport

11/07/24

This was the final SSP Event of the year and due to some schools dropping out we were asked if we would like to take another team of 4 players which we duly did, despite the short notice. So 4 boys and 4 girls took part in this fun festival, to understand a little bit more about the game. All of the children were constantly playing round robin games which also involved playing against each other. They learnt the rules, scoring and were given tips on how to serve etc. Once the first rounds were complete they went on to play doubles an almost full size court the only difference was where the base line was. They particularly enjoyed this and everyone was improving with every game. Finally Mrs Bowers put all their names in a hat and they were drawn out and a mini Wimbledon took place to reach an eventual final. As there were games constantly going on nobody really knew who was playing for which position until it was announced that Lenny and Lacey were playing for the  1^st/2^nd positions, Lenny went on to win. However the whole afternoon, despite the initial drizzle was a lot of fun and it was a good opportunity and insight into the game of tennis.

Quad kids success

Posted on July 12th, 2024

A Thrilling Thursday!

Quadkids @ Lynnsport

5 Girls and 5 Boys compete in all 4 disciplines, a 75m Sprint, a 600m Endurance, a Standing Long Jump and a Vortex Howler Throw. The times and distances for all competitors in all events are then converted to points to produce a school score.

It is a very exciting and unique event for Primary Schools as you never know what your position will be until it is announced at the end.  The girls were numbered 1-5 and took to the track first whilst the boys, 6-10 started with the field events. After these were completed they switched but as the boys finished first they came and supported the girls, scattering themselves around the infield to cheer on their teammates, especially in the 600m. The girls did the same thing and it was truly a very touching picture.

The Sprints were first and all of the girls ran superbly although there was a little head wind to contend with. Then it was the 600m which was the event they were all a touch apprehensive about.

Neve was first on the track and having competed last year she knew what to expect and took it all in her stride, steadying the nerves of the rest of the girls who were a little apprehensive and ran a super race. Sophia followed, if she was nervous it didn’t show, she took the inside line and strode out well, on finishing she came to me and said “I didn’t know I could run like that!” Pip had also competed last year and her confidence and belief allowed her to run a brilliant race to finish 2^nd too. Lacey came next and despite being very nervous but determined to give it her best went out strongly,  got a good position which she held for a long time but just got tired but kept going and never gave up. Ellenie raced last and having watched everyone got on the inside and just kept up the pace, finishing well.

The hard bit was over for the girls, it was off to do a long jump and throw which they all did consistently and managed to improve on for some solid points.

From where I was the boys’ throws were very good, very similar in length, with each saying they were pleased, equally so with the jumps.

The boys then took to the track and once more the sprints were solid but there was still the 6oom to come. Foster took them out and as with last year took the lead from the start and stretched out well.

William was next and went out like a rocket and had a very clear lead within 200m which I have to say left me thinking he has gone too fast but he knew how he felt and finished unchallenged. Isaac was next and if he was nervous it didn’t show he ran confidently and finished well. The same was said for Lenny and Dylan who ran similar races getting into a good rhythm, working hard and finishing well.

The hard work was over and the only information I had were their times but first a couple of fun relay races which left them all in good spirits. Then the results, 6 schools, Hunstanton, Denver, South Wootton, Riverside, Flitcham  and Sandringahm, had taken part! Who was going to get Gold and Silver? As always it’s in reverse order which keeps you guessing, 6^th, 5^th, 4^th, they said “We’re in the top 3,” 3^rd, “We’re going to get a medal,” one said, 2nd South Wootton, then the smiles and cheers 1^st and a gold medal, very apt as our play is” Gold.”

To say they were delighted is an understatement.

They so deserved it for their determination, their willingness to listen, learn and follow advice, the way they conduct themselves  but mostly for their constant  care and support for each other. It was a very special moment and I couldn’t have asked anymore of them. They all gave it everything they had.

A Magnificent Effort!

Team Sandringham

Neve, Sophia, Lacey, Pip, Ellenie, Foster, Dylan, Lenny, William, Isaac

Sailing adventures

Posted on July 1st, 2024

Tennis Tournament

Posted on July 1st, 2024

Yrs 5/6 Tennis Tournament @ Lynnsport

28/06/24

Thankfully Friday was cooler than of late but rather windy which meant once the ball had been hit it did seem to have a mind of its own. Nevertheless it proved to be a very enjoyable morning of competition with all our players gaining confidence and improving. The games were played on half the court and it was the first to 7 points who won. There were 5 teams in our pool and all players were ranked 1-4 and played their corresponding player. After some very close games we finished 2^nd in our pool and went on to play Glebe house who were 2^nd in their pool. The winners of both pools were North Wootton who then finished 1^st and 2^nd.  Despite playing well against Glebe, we lost 3-1 in games to finish 4^th.

However it is truly remarkable the effort the boys and girls put in to gain this position. They are always willing to give it their best shot with a super attitude which is what I am so proud of.

A Great Effort!

 Neve, Foster, Lenny, Pip

Sailing adventures year 6

Posted on June 10th, 2024

Sailing at Snettisham

Monday was year 6’s first sailing session. There was very little wind, just enough for a first lesson on the water to gain confidence for the coming weeks. However a few children still found themselves in the water!

Despite being a little apprehensive they all managed to get the Toppers moving, sailing up and down and around the buoys.

They all had a great time and are really looking forward to the next session.

Tennis report

Posted on June 10th, 2024

Yr 3/4 Tennis Festival @ Lynnsport

Thursday June 6^th

It was a pleasant Thursday morning and our team of 2 girls and 2 boys took part in this festival against Terrington Storm and Blaze, North Wootton Aces and Spins, Anthony Curton, Ashwicken and ourselves. The short games, up to 7 points but not recorded, on mini courts and followed by a couple of relay races.

The children were ranked 1-4 and played the corresponding player of the opposing team. It was strange having a net and court lines to negotiate but they soon got into a routine and enjoyed themselves, improving with each game. They were pleased with their performances and their points gained and all of them won some of their games. All of them deserved a medal for listening, applying what they had learnt, along with a good attitude but Arlo was chosen. Well done Arlo, Ellenie, Harrison and Florence.

There were some lovely comments.

“I really had fun.”

“I was nervous at the start but I enjoyed myself.”

“I got better each game.”

“I would like to do more tennis.”