Dear Parents and Carers
We like to think that Manor Primary is at the heart of the local community and there have been several examples of that recently. Of course, our own community has been enhanced by the work of the PTA, who help to bring people together through their activities and events, especially in the run-up to Easter. Since the break, the children have been involved in creating posters about their community in support of the Best Kept Village competition that Drayton Bassett is entering again. There is a clear pride and sense of ownership of the village that comes through in the children's work, often with themes about keeping it tidy and clean. The best posters from different age groups will be displayed around the village and sent off for judging.
On Tuesday I was asked to present a report about the last year at Manor to the Parish Council AGM. This was held in the WI Hall with about 40 local residents packed in. There was a real warmth and appreciation of the school from the people there and, again, there was that sense of a shared ownership of a valued institution that brings life and energy to the village. A very wholesome experience.
We also like to give the children experiences and opportunities outside of school in the wider local community, and competing against other schools across Tamworth is one way they can do this. Our three Swimming Gala finalists supported by Mrs Cowell were an absolute credit to the school this week and each of them swam brilliantly. Phoebe K came 5th in her race, Josh C was third in his and Rose managed to win a fabulous trophy, coming first in the Y4 girls breaststroke. Reaching the finals has inspired her to join the Tamworth Swimming Club so look out for her in the Olympics in about 10 years time! Equally as important was the attitude and behaviour the children displayed in competing so hard, being aspirational, but being sporting and well mannered with it. Well done team Manor!
