17th November 2017

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Thank you to everyone
concerned with last weeks
FOTM Bonfire Night. As always
it was an absolutely superb
event and it was a pleasure
to see so many parents and
children enjoying themselves.
Such events are a success as
result of all the hard work put
in by so many and I know the
children were very appreciative
in assembly on Monday. Thank
you too to Mr Pook and GWS
Events for the lighting.
Apart from having a great time
last Friday, a significant amount
of money was raised for the
Music & Performing Arts Suite
Appeal. As an update, we are now in the process of examining the final quotes for the roof, which
we hope to get underway in due course. Mr Noel is continuing the external work on the pointing
and as the weather changes the team will then move into the building to start gutting it ready for the
internal works such as the installation of the acoustic plasterboard, the new windows the electrics,
the lighting and so on. Fund raising has gone very well but we do still need for everyone to donate
a named brick. We would like to place the next order soon so please do return your forms soon;
thank you.
Congratulations to those who took part in the Monmouth
Prep School Quiz last weekend. I hear the questions were
challenging but the team did well to win three rounds,
narrowly missing out on the fourth.
Well done also to everyone who took part in todays Informal
Concert.
Parents Morning for the Upper School is tomorrow and is
due to start at 9am in the Hall. We look forward to seeing
you there.
In case you have seen it yet, the new fence by the swimming
pool and top gate has now been installed. Thank you to Mr
Wilmer and Mr Noel for all their hard work.

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FOTM BONFIRE NIGHT

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YEAR 4 TRIP TO BRISTOL MUSEUM
On Tuesday, Year 4 had a super morning at Bristol Museum. They handled lots of ancient Egyptian
artefacts and Miss Gooch was incredibly impressed with their knowledge of the objects, understanding
of life in Ancient Egypt and problem solving skills. Everybody was beautifully behaved and should
feel very proud of how well they represented our school on this outing.

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MONMOUTH PREP SCHOOLS QUIZ
On Sunday a small group of six children from Years 7 & 8 went over to Monmouth School for the
annual General Knowledge Prep Schools Quiz. Following a delicious lunch (very much appreciated
by the TMS team!), we took part in our initial three rounds of competition. We found the questions
challenging - they ranged from topical questions on earthquakes and storms, to dates of medieval
kings, music in different languages, pictures of instruments and locations associated with authors,
amongst others.
We won the third quiz and went through to the next round. Sadly, we lost our last final quiz by just
two questions (20 points).
It was a hard-fought competition, but good fun. Thank you to the TMS team for their efforts.
Mrs Beach

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CHILDREN IN NEED
Pudsey Bear took time out of his busy schedule to join us in assembly this morning. All the children
enjoyed saying hello!

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HOCKEY U10 vs St.Johns-on-the-Hill, 0 0
U9A vs St.Johns-on-the-Hill, 3 3 This was a terrific match with end-to-end play.
Both team had chances but good play from both
A slow start for the Tockington girls, letting a goal
goalkeepers resulted in a 0 0 draw. Also a big
go to the opposition. However, in the second 8th,
thank you to Elodie Preston who stepped in at
they picked themselves up, scoring 3 goals. Well
the last minute as we were a player short. She
done to Maria for her first time in goal.
kept us right in the mix from start to finish.
Goal scorers: Michelle, Emily and Maya
Player of the Match: Poppy Soanes as
Player of the Match: Michelle Mapondera for her goalkeeper.
excellent attack, control and skills throughout.
Mrs Price
Miss Collins

U11 Hockey Tournament at Colstons

U9B vs St.Johns-on-the-Hill, 3 0
Played 4 matches in total.
A super team effort, lovely defence and super
The tournament was a very tough event and
work by our midfielders. All of the girls put their
the U11 girls played some very strong teams. It
training into action. Goals were scored by Elsie,
is fair to say that we were the underdogs, but
Katie and Amelia.
that did not stop us from battling to the very end.
Player of Note as voted for by St.Johns: Violet Although we didnt win any of the four matches,
Gibbs for her great defensive work. out last match against Elmlea School was our
Mrs Gooch struggled to select a player of the best. Lots to learn from the tournament and a
match as everyone showed super focus and nail-biting final to watch at the end.
improvement. But for improvement in finding Excellent goal-keeping by Beth Gill and defensive
space, attacking and passing, Player of the play by Hannah Williams.
Match went to Elsie Lewis.
Mrs Pullins Player of the Tournament: Jimena
Mrs Gooch Fernandez-Infante, for never giving up and
battling to the end.
Mrs Pullin

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U13B vs St.Johns-on-the-Hill, 3 - 4 Avon School Tournament
This was a very even match - both teams were TMS vs Clifton High, 0 0
of a similar ability and skill level. Alejandra once TMS vs KES, 1 0
again scoring a hat trick for TMS and playing a
dominant match as centre forward. Some super TMS vs Colton, 1 1
saves by Maria in goal enabled us to keep the TMS vs Prior Park College, 0 0
scoreline level until St.Johns made the final goal
TMS vs Monkton Prep, 0 2
of the match. Lots of shots at goal, but too few
were scored. Our target as a team is to convert Well done to the girls, 3rd place in the group.
more of the chances we get and become more Goal Scorer: Alys Wakeling (2)
clinical once we are in a shooting position.
Players of the Match: Carmen Rey-Jones and
Player of the Match as nominated by St.Johns: Lara Walker for their superb defence during the
Angel Burrows whole tournament.
Mrs Beach Mrs Wakeling

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RUGBY U12 Severnside Tournament at Dean Close,
Cheltenham
U9 Tournament at Wycliffe
Wednesday 8th November
The U9s faced some very strong opposition on
the day. While the results didnt go our way on the day,
the boys fought hard in each of the games and,
The first game proved difficult as it took us some
at times, showed what they were truly capable
time before we remembered how to tackle. It
of. They demonstrated good attack and defence
wasnt until out third game that we started to
throughout each game, in particular, the backline
show our potential, losing by only 2 tries.
passing which allowed Jai space down the edge
The final game also proved a closer contest, with to score against The Downs. There were also
Tockington again only losing by 2 tries. two moments of great passing and teamwork
It was pleasing to see the improvement in which nearly ended in two tries against Wycliffe.
commitment as the afternoon progressed and Unfortunately, the boys werent able to perform
James Collin is to be congratulated for his tireless consistently, meaning we werent able to
work throughout the four games. Therefore, he build pressure for extended periods of time or
was rewarded with the Player of the Tournament capitalise on opportunities. Overall, the boys
well done. played well and in the right spirit but, in the end,
the experience and size of the other teams was
Mr Cann too much. Tockingtons performance was a great
platform to build on for next years tournament.
U10 Festival at Beaudesert Park School
TMS vs The Downs, 2 4
Wednesday 8th November
TMS vs Wycliffe Prep, 0 7
TMS vs Hatherop Castle, 6 4
TMS vs Cheltenham, 1 4
Tries from Barney, Cole, Toby (2), Sam and
Patrick TMS vs Dean Close Prep, 1 7

TMS vs Prior Park, 4 1 TMS vs St.Johns-on-the-Hill, 1 8

Tries from Barney, Toby and Alex (2)

TMS vs Beaudesert Park, 0 4
Player of the Festival: Alex Collin, great defence
and strong forward running
Good performances from Toby, Cole and Barney
who are all developing a good understanding of
each other.
Player of the Tournament: Jai Patel for his 4 tries
and consistently strong performance with and
without the ball over the five games.
Mr Sutherland
U11 vs Clifton High and Sidcot School
TMS vs Clifton High, 40 - 15
TMS vs Sidcot, 20 - 10

Two fantastic performances from the U11s,

with a man down we picked up our first two
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wins of the season. The boys were especial-
ly impressive in the second game, where we
found ourselves behind and a strong second
half performance won us the game. The boys
now have the winning feeling and hopefully will
kick on from here.
Try scorers: Zac Rowles (8), Henry Benson (3)
and Oliver Edge.
Player of the Matches: Zac Rowles
Mr Ross
The Girls placed 3rd out of 5 teams with strong
performances from Poppy Sheppard (5th), Emily
Gaulton (7th) and Emily Rowe (8th).
The Boys team were victorious by 1 pt, beating
Beaudesert A in to 2nd. Year 3s Jenson
Edge finished in 2nd, closely followed by Toby
West (4th), Thomas Williams (5th) and Charlie
Newman, the Captain, in 7th.
There were 45 runners in each race so a
commendable effort from all of our athletes.

1st XIII vs Prior Park School and Sidcot

School
TMS vs Sidcot School, 35 10
TMS vs Prior Park School, 25 10

An enjoyable afternoon with the team playing

good rugby against a strong Prior Park side.
Harry Huby was outstanding in the first match,
securing the ball after the tackles and being
impressive in linking play. The second match saw
us ease to a 35 10 win against Sidcot. Player
of the Match was Rohan Howard-Robinson,
who was prominent throughout, capping a fine
Year 5 - 8 Cross Country
display with a well taken try. Archie Symonds
played effectively as a lively scrum-half. Otis Week commencing 13th Nov
Walker and Jake Wakeling both scored 3 tries, 18 Personal bests on a lovely winters day,
with Peter Banks bagging 2 after a stunning solo perfect for CC running.as always!
effort. Congratulations to Oliver Gill on scoring
his first try in a rugby match! Performance of the Week (red badges)
Mr Jones Beau Goodenough
Archie Symonds
CROSS COUNTRY
Jacob Browning
U9 vs Beaudesert and Wycliffe
Auguste Moreau
A great afternoon at Wycliffe College with the U9
Boys and Girls all running hard and trying their There were improvements on existing list times
best. from Isabelle Preston, Morgan Owen, Diego
Romero de la Riva, Jimena Fernandez-Infante
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and Alex Collin.
Oliver Edge and Rohan Howard-Robinson both
achieved a list time on the Junior and Senior
course respectively after 1 years of trying,
heartiest congratulations and about time!!
Patrick Jenkins, Corey Pook, Elodie Preston, Jai
Patel and Zac Rowles all won blue improvement
badges for their efforts.
Current leaders after 2 weeks of the November
Cup:
1. Alex Collin, 20 pts
Year 3/4 Cross Country
17th November
There were outstanding performances from Leo
Nguyen and Joshua Davis who both achieved
early entry onto our All Time Mini list with 3m 17s
and 3m 19s respectively.
Alex Bienemann was the star of the day with a
stunning 3m 08s, lowering his personal best by 6
seconds. There were also PBs from Violet Gibbs,
Daphne Glauzy, Grace Mockridge and Lola-Bow
Stanway. Well done to all the athletes.

2. Oliver Edge, 19 pts Current leaders of the November Cup after 2

weeks:
3. Archie Symonds, 17 pts
1. Leo Nguyen, 17 pts
4. Jacob Browning, 16 pts
2. Grace Mockridge, 16 pts
5. Patrick Jenkins, 13 pts
3. = Lola-Bow Stanway, 15pts
Mr Jones
= Harry Hurford, 15 pts

TEAM CHALLENGE
ROSSABOUT
Winners: Canterbury, 131 pts
2nd: North Face, 111 pts
3rd: New Balance, 105 pts

The all-conquering Canterbury team

comprised of Harry Huby, Isabelle Preston,
Beau Goodenough, Harry Mather, Jimena
Fernandez-Infante and Toby Littlejohn.
Congratulations to the winning team and all
the children who took part enthusiastically in
the rain.

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SEVERNSIDE TRITONS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
Congratulations to James Packham on his 3 medals in the U9s
event. He won 2 Golds in the 50m Freestyle and 50m Breaststroke
and a Bronze in the 50m Backstroke. Well done, James!
Congratulations also to James Collin on gaining 5 medals, 3 Gold
and 2 Silver, in the U8 age group in the recent meeting. He won
Silver in the Backstroke and 50m Freestyle. James won Gold in
the 25m Butterfly, Freestyle and Breaststroke. Well done, Alex!

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

Paying our respects at the Remembrance Service at St. Marys Church, Olveston

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Carols around the Christmas Tree (Nursery- Year 8): Sunday 3rd
December 4.00 - 5.00pm
This is a lovely event for all of the family. Mulled wine and mince pies are served
in the dining hall at 4.00pm before we congregate around the Christmas tree
to sing carols. This is an informal event, everyone is welcome.
Christmas Jumper Day (Nursery Year 8): Thursday 14th December
Back by popular demand, everyone dons their Christmas Jumper for our charity this year (Cancer
Research), please donate what you can.
End of Term Carol Service (Reception Year 8): Friday 15th December- 1.30pm
This takes place at St. Marys Church, Olveston. Parking and seating is limited but all are welcome
so please do come along as this is a lovely way to end the term. Please collect your child/children
from the church, if possible, at the end of the service at 2.45pm. Children remaining will be taken
back to school for collection from Form Rooms by 4.00pm. Nursery collection is 4.30pm at the latest.
There is no supper, afterschool club, activity clubs or boarding facility beyond these times.

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