Firecrests had such an amazing day at Leeds Castle. They were taken on a guided tour of the castle & got to see all sorts of amazing scenes as well as finding out about the places Henry VIII loved when he was there. There was lots of dressing up too!

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YR5 met author, Eve Wersocki Morris who writes adventure books filled with action & suspense. It was a fantastic experience & despite being diagnosed with dyslexia at 12 & branded ‘the worst speller in the class’ she has a 1st Class BA in English & is a very successful author.

The children took part in a range of activities around the theme of ‘Move more for mental health’. They took part in a number of workshops including music & movement, yoga. gardening/nature walk, circuits, rounders & dance. This was lots of fun &great for all round mental health.

Today we enjoyed a #performance from members of the #Cranbrook Town Band who shared their love of playing a brass #instrument . Our very own Mrs Walsh joined in demonstrating her Trombone skills.

The video of the incredible mini marathon... youtu.be/HvCipT00FuM

We have just finished our amazing Mini Marathon every child and adult supporting each other on the 2.6mile run. Well done everyone!! #LondonMarathon

A great #tennis taster day by Hotshotz Tennis Club was had by all! #fun #collaboration

Today a group of YR5 represented West Kent area at the Kent School Games Eco Ambassador Training at Polo Farm Sports Club in Canterbury. The children looked at how we can look after our planet & our school community in a more ecological way.
The theme was REDUCE, REUSE, RECYLCLE

Not many children in the UK can do what Year 5 achieved this week. They entertained over 200 people with their outstanding production of Shakespeare's Macbeth. They spoke confidently & capably & engaged the audience with their dramatic energy. #collaborations #Shakespeare

On Thursday afternoon we had 140 Mums, Grannies & Aunties coming to have a lovely cream tea & spend time in the classroom with their children! Activities included biscuit decorating, origami, campfire cooking and flower arranging - to name but a few! Many thanks to all who came.

Another fantastic World Book Day, with a whole variety of characters from the world of books! From Harry Potter to Angelina Ballerina. With two author visits, a book fair, classroom activities, buddy-books, PTFA prizes and dressed-up staff, today has been a day to remember!

Benenden's Brilliant Showcase... I was blown away by the performers’ creativity, courage, confidence, commitment, energy & their sense of enjoyment. It was certainly a fabulous evening & I was a very proud Headteacher!
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The stage is set, dress rehearsal complete. All ready for an awesome showcase tomorrow!

We are delighted to confirm that Benenden CEP School has demonstrated the required level of attainment & can therefore be awarded the NCCE #Computing Quality Mark for excellence in computing curriculum delivery.' An amazing achievement. We are very proud. Well done everyone.

Harry Lau and the Kent boys team competed at the Regional Sportshall #Athletics #Competition on 18th February. Harry performed brilliantly in his five track and field events and was instrumental in his team coming away with the Silver medal.
We are all very proud of you Harry

YR5 rehearsing their Shakespeare Play, Barn Owls learning all about Space, YR4 visiting Wakehurst Place, #saferinternetday2024 Girls Football, YR6 enjoying Forest school, Pancake making at Breakfast Club, House Afternoon and Mental Health week activities - just another busy week.

We are delighted to have been awarded the #Wellbeing Accreditation for Schools. 'There is a real sense that promoting wellbeing is at the heart of everything the school does, its profile & value within all parts of the school community greatly enhanced & embedded for the future'

What a busy week we had last week! On Monday KS2 enjoyed a #performance from Kent Music School; a trip to the 02 #youngvoices on Wednesday; a visit from farmer Bird on Thursday and a joyful #Christingle Service to conclude the week!

10:10 Federation at its finest...practising at the 02 with thousands of other #youngvoices #fun #collaboration #performance

The SCARF LifeSpace visited us again. The children took part in a variety of #mentalhealth workshops. The workshops focussed on providing the children with the skills & positive mental attitudes they need in order to be resilient & bounce back from setbacks. #fun was had by all!