Christmas dinner is in full swing. Look how beautiful the lunch hall is, thanks to the kitchen team. The children have enjoyed turkey with all the trimmings and shared crackers and jokes with one another. Merry Christmas one and all.
Key Stage 1
The Gold Star Inn
Key Stage One wowed their audience with their production; The Gold Star Inn. They told the story of Christmas through drama, sign and song. It was a wonderful opportunity for the children to demonstrate not only their musical talents, amazing acting and marvellous Makaton skills. Their commitment and dedication to learning something new has been
Lantern Parade
On Friday 30th November, children, parents and carers from our school took part in a Lantern Parade through the centre of Thame. It was a milder night than previous years and John Hampdeners were out in force! It was a special scene and always marks the start of the Christmas season for Thame. The families
Children in Need
UPDATE: Having waited a week for all the money to come in, the school will be banking the fantastic sum of £414.72. The total raised this year is £334.03, which is a few pounds up on last year.
Where in the World is Paddington Bear
Term 1 has been a very busy term with lots of fun activities. Here are just a few of the things that we have done so far this year… Africa We discovered lots about the weather, people and animals of Africa. We talked about African masks and looked at some examples before making our own.
Family Lantern Workshop
On Wednesday 1stNovember, John Hampden School took part in a Family Lantern Workshopin the Jackson Hall. It was a busy session with parents, carers and JHS children, past and present, taking part in the making and decorating of willow lanterns for the Christmas Lights Parade on Friday 30thNovember. We were aided in our endeavours by