National League Football Tournament

On a bitterly cold day in Braintree, our school football team competed in the National League football tournament arranged by Braintree Town F.C.

The squad included children who had played regularly for the school before and some that were experiencing their first competitive action.

The team experienced mixed results: a strong start in the fast game and a great comeback in the second game were two highlights. Unfortunately, we did not achieve enough points to progress from our group. At the end of the tournament, we spoke as a group about the things we want to keep doing in future tournaments and matches and the areas where we would like to improve.

I hope all of the children have thawed out for today's learning and thank you to the parents that came along to support the team. The hot drink from Alex's dad was much appreciated! Also, thank you to Mr Barnes who attended the tournament with me.

Mr Faithfull

Netball: Lexden v Kelvedon

Kelvedon V.S Lexden Netball Match

The whistle sounded and the game immediately flew into action with Kelvedon and Lexden players sprinting into the centre third. The ball was thrown in every direction imaginable and flew from player to player. Finally the match ended . . . Lexden had scored an amazing four goals but Kelvedon scored a whopping 6. 6:4 was a great result for Kelvedon!

Well done to: Freya, Cameron, Shauna, Daisy, Evie, Sally and James for playing a brilliant game of netball.

Thank you to Miss Reece and Mrs Hewitt for arranging this match and taking us to Lexden.

By James

Colchester Football Finals

Colchester Football Finals

On the 14^th of November, Kelvedon went to the Colchester football finals. They played well and scored lots of goals but it was only enough to put them in 2^nd place - 1 point behind Chapel. Unlucky Kelvedon. Congratulations Chapel.

Written by Joe(6L), Alfie(6L) and Emilio(6L). 

Results:

Kelvedon 1 v 0 Copford
Kelvedon 0 v 0 Hamilton
Kelvedon 4 v 0 Friar's Grove
Kelvedon 3 v 0 Chappel
Kelvedon 0 v 0 Colchester High
Kelvedon 1 v 2 Great Totham
Kelvedon 1 v 0 St Andrew’s

Breaking News . . . Kelvedon qualify for Colchester Football Finals

Colchester tournament - Kelvedon qualify for finals

On October 10^th 2019, Kelvedon travelled to Shrub End to attempt to qualify for the Colchester Football Finals. Alfie (the captain), Joe, Jamie, Nathan, Finley, Emilio, Alex and Felix were the talented footballers who accompanied Mr Faithfull and Mr Barnes to this tournament. Kelvedon played 5 matches to qualify. The first match was against Wentworth. After a good first half, Kelvedon found themselves 1-0 up. At full time, Kelvedon had doubled their lead giving them a good start. The next challenge was against St Johns in which Kelvedon scored 3 great goals including a penalty (which occurred when a defender knocked Alfie off of his feet) which Emilio belted into the top corner. In the next game, St Teresa battled hard and it was a reasonably even game until Kelvedon finally found the goal they needed late in the second half ending the game with a 1-0 victory. Another hard game presented it’s self when Kelvedon came up against St Luke’s. This game was another 1-0 triumph to Kelvedon –the goal this time presenting its self at the end of the first half. The next competition was against Chapel and this was the game that Kelvedon were finally beaten. After a disappointing performance from Kelvedon and a good performance from Chapel, at half time, Kelvedon found themselves 2-0 down. However, after a talk for their manager, Kelvedon raised their game and fought back to bag themselves a goal. Kelvedon had some more decent chances but the Chapel keeper denied them time and time again. When the full time whistle blew, Kelvedon were 2-1 down- their first loss of the tournament and their season. Fortunately, the earlier results were enough to see Kelvedon top their group and qualify for the next round.

Tournament report written by Joe and Alfie. 

Sports Day 2019

As the day started with drizzle it could only mean one thing - Sports Day!  However the rain only lasted for a short while and by the time KS1 came out to begin their morning it was dry and warm.  The children took part in five events with a rest at some point to recover.   This year the activities were an obstacle race, shuttle run, hit the stumps, bean bag throw and egg and spoon race.  With some super explaining and demonstrating from the Year 6 helpers the children began their competition. Surrounded by positive support from families and friends everyone had a great morning. You could hear cheering and encouragement among the children as they urged their teams on.  Scores were kept updated as went along which meant we were able to announce the results just before lunchtime. This years final results for KS1 sports day were:

1st - Drake
2nd - Wellington
3rd - Scott
4th - Marlborough

After a lovely family picnic, it was time for KS2 Sports Day to commence.  This year saw the introduction of some new events alongside some favourites.  The children were challenged in many skills including target hitting, running, team work and ball control.  Yet again there was a lovely atmosphere of support from each other and families as the classes moved around 8 activities in all to win as many points for their team as they could. Scores were ably kept updated by Mr Taylor which meant through the afternoon the children were aware of how quickly it could all change. Finally,  as the last activity came to its end and everyone gathered round to hear the overall result, which was as follows:

1st - Wellington

2nd - Marlborough

3rd - Scott

4th - Drake

 Many thanks to those who helped out during the day, it really is much appreciated. Overall it was a fabulous day with lots of enjoyment had by all.    

Mrs Bull