St. Gabriel's Independent Day School for Girls News Feed - All Items http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/?nid=1&pid=241 e4education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.0 (www.e4education.co.uk) Tue, 21 May 2013 14:1:27 GMT Tue, 21 May 2013 14:1:27 GMT Open Morning http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=51&pid=241&nid=1 Our next Open Morning will be held on Saturday, 12 October 2013, from 9.30am - 12.00 noon.  The whole school will be open, providing an excellent opportunity for you to explore our facilities and get a feel for life at St Gabriel's.

]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 14:01:27 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=51&nid=1 Year 5 & 6 Football Team are West Berkshire Champions! http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=316&pid=241&nid=1 Our year 5&6 football team are the 6-a-side champions of West Berkshire!

In the tournament held at Thatcham Town FC, they came through the group stage with only one loss to John Rankin who they later defeated in the final. Captain Izzy collected the trophy from England Ladies goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain and Millie was interviewed by former Reading captain Adi Williams for BBC Radio Berkshire.  

 

]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 11:41:49 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=316&nid=1 Marketing and Events Managers in the Making http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=314&pid=241&nid=1 Years 9 to 13 had an exciting opportunity recently when Sarah Gregson of the Young Corn Exchange, a free arts events collective for 12 to 25 year olds, ran a fascinating marketing workshop. We heard how events are promoted at The Corn Exchange in Newbury and then had the chance to create our own marketing plan for an imaginary St Gabriel's event at the venue.  

]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 14:52:43 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=314&nid=1 Sandleford (Nursery & Reception) - Year 2 Open Morning http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=238&pid=241&nid=1 Parents of children approaching school age are invited to join us at our Sandleford (Nursery & Reception) - Year 2 Open Morning, which will take place on Thursday, 16 May, between 9.30am - 11.45am.  This is an opportunity for parents to meet the staff and tour the facilities enjoyed by the Junior School, whilst their child can have a taste of life in Nursery and Reception at St Gabriels.

]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 11:37:45 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=238&nid=1 Year 5 Take a Trip Back in Time at Ufton Court http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=310&pid=241&nid=1 Year 5 had the time of their lives when they had a day at Ufton Court on 5th March. We experienced the life of a Tudor. We had to dress up as Tudors too: rich, poor, girl, boy, lord or lady. Also we had to have a Tudor lunch, so no chocolate or crisps!

First we took part in a raid. We were split into two groups. One group were Catholics and lived at Ufton. The others were Protestants and were searching for a priest.

After the raid, we explored the grounds. Later we made posy bags with herbs from the herb garden, did brass rubbings and made wattle with willow. We also did some Tudor dancing, historical photo mapping, and had a tour of the house.

It was a great day; everyone enjoyed it and we were learning all the time without even noticing it!

Fenella J & Amber W

]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:00:57 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=310&nid=1 Football Team Victorious in Seven Goal Thriller! http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=306&pid=241&nid=1 Our Junior Football team claimed a 4-3 win against John Rankin on Thursday. An well-taken early goal from Madi L J settled the rest of the girls into an excellent first half performance with a hat-trick from Millie Q. Resolute defending allowed the team of players from Years 4,5 & 6 to hold on for a well-earned victory. Player of the match was Saba K.

]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 12:36:15 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=306&nid=1 5 Star Food http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=304&pid=241&nid=1 There is only one thing more difficult than achieving the top marks for Food Hygiene and Safety and that is keeping that grading, but that is exactly what the catering team at St. Gabriel's has just achieved.  Two years ago they were amongst the very select few who were granted 5 Stars by West Berkshire's Environmental Health team, and shortly before half term their inspectors returned, unannounced for a surprise inspection.  We are extremely pleased to announce that Alison and her Chartwell team passed with flying colours and retained their top award.

]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:33:02 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=304&nid=1 Hampton Court Visit http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=298&pid=241&nid=1 On Tuesday 5 of February, a group of Sixth Form History students visited Hampton Court Palace in London. For the first half of the day we were taken on a guided tour of the Tudor exhibitions by an expert, who gave us a helpful insight into how life would have been for a Tudor King. We saw the Great Hall built by Wolsey and improved by Henry VIII, as well as the vast kitchens and the ‘Young Henry’ exhibition covering Henry VIII’s early life and reign.

History came to life when we spotted a Henry VIII impersonator - a picture with him was the highlight for many of us, and I think we all forgot he wasn't actually real after addressing him 'My Lord' and feeling the need to bow before him. His heated fight with Anne Boleyn was also a high point!

Ellie O - Year 12

]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:24:16 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=298&nid=1 U11's Win Thorngrove Cross Country Relays http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=292&pid=241&nid=1 Commitment to training sessions paid off for our junior cross country teams when they competed in the Thorngrove relays recently.  The U9 team ran really well and the teams finally finished in 4th and 6th place.

The U11 team decided that victory could be within their grasp and with some last minute repositioning of their race order, they decided to attack from the front.  Their tactics paid off with Miriam B crossing the line in 1st place well ahead of the next team.

]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:14:53 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=292&nid=1 Cross Country Championships http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=290&pid=241&nid=1 On Wednesday 30th January St. Gabriel's girls entered the Area Cross Country Championships which were held at the Newbury Rugby Club this year. The Area Competition saw our girls competing against schools in the Newbury area.

Both the weather and the course were very demanding but all our runners competed extremely well in the conditions.

 The U13 team finished in 2nd place and the U15 team finished in 4th place overall.

Following this event some girls were able to attend the Inter-Schools Cross Country Championships which was rescheduled due to the snow and finally held at Wellington College on the 2nd February.

In this event the girls were competing against runners from schools across Berkshire and the competition was even stronger

]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:41:34 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=290&nid=1 New Holiday Activities http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=287&pid=241&nid=1 St. Gabriel's is very pleased to announce new holiday facilities to be provided by ULTIMATE Activity Camps with special deals for Easter 2013 and Summer Bookings now open - see full story

]]> Fri, 1 Feb 2013 19:23:04 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=287&nid=1 Year 6 Maths Challenge http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=286&pid=241&nid=1 On Tuesday 29th January Annabel , Ellie , Avani  and Inisa  took part in the Year 6 Maths Challenge which was hosted by Eagle House at Wellington College. The Challenge comprised of three sections, a mental arithmetic test, Counting Down and The Big Event. Counting Down was very much like the numbers section on Countdown where the girls were required to reach the target number using the four operations and the numbers they were given. The Big Event tested their mathematical knowledge in various different ways. Forty-seven schools took part, with each school sending two pairs. Each pair competed in a different section. The girls did particularly well with Annabel and Avani coming 3rd out of the 47 schools

]]> Fri, 1 Feb 2013 11:10:47 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=286&nid=1 Important Diary Date http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=95&pid=241&nid=1 Friday 8 February - Graffiti Classics Concert - 7.00pm

]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:04:47 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=95&nid=1 Young Enterprise http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=278&pid=241&nid=1 Enterprise Week was a busy time at St Gabriel’s earlier this term.  As well as a wide range of cross curricular enterprise related topics being discussed during senior lessons, the students enjoyed a talk by Susie Freeman from Susie Freeman Travel, who shared her experiences of starting and running her own travel company specialising in holidays to Mauritius. Year 12 business students also enjoyed a talk from David Buckmaster of Natwest on the importance of effective cash management and how to put together a good business plan.

]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:16:43 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=278&nid=1 Year 1 Visit Milestones Museum http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=277&pid=241&nid=1 Year 1 had an exciting ‘hands on’ day at Milestones Museum learning about toys from the past and comparing them to toys from the present. They played various history activities in the morning such as ‘toy timeline’ and ‘toy box’, handling toys that were over 100 years old. In the afternoon session there was chance to explore the museum and play an ‘I spy’ quiz and dress up as people from the olden days.

]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:15:19 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=277&nid=1 PFSG Bollywood Night Postponed http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=282&pid=241&nid=1 It is with great regret that the Parents & Friends of St Gabriel's (PFSG) announce the postponement of the Bollywood evening on 18 Jan 2013 as performers and caterers are unable to guarantee being able to be there because of the atrocious weather.

]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:28:42 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=282&nid=1 Latin Outreach Programme http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=276&pid=241&nid=1 Recently Year 13 Latin students have visited Chieveley Primary School as part of a Latin outreach scheme. We have been teaching a group of Year 6 students, from local primary schools, the basics of Latin. This has been beneficial for both the sixth formers and the primary children, we have been able to develop our teaching techniques and by teaching others confirmed our complete understanding of Latin basics.

]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 11:33:40 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=276&nid=1 Senior School Carol Service http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=118&pid=241&nid=1 Tuesday 11 December 7.00pm in the Sports Hall

]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 10:42:42 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=118&nid=1 Christmas Fair 2012 http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=218&pid=241&nid=1 This year's Christmas Fair will be on Sunday 25 November from 10.30am - 3.00pm

]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:50:49 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=218&nid=1 Bonfire Night http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=105&pid=241&nid=1 PFSG Bonfire Night - Friday 2 November

]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:12:20 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=105&nid=1 GCSE Results http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=273&pid=241&nid=1 With over half of their total GCSE results at A*/A, our students continue to buck the national stereo-typical trends for girls.

Principal, Alun Jones said he was delighted with the girls’ results where they enjoyed 81% of their grades at A*/B.  “With well over 50% of the girls’ grades in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics at A* and A, I am delighted that St Gabriel’s continues to completely overturn such gender stereotypes that limit girls’ interests and performance in Mathematics and Science in a society with a fascination with all things shallow”.

All really does bode well for the girls’ future studies, for example:

Ellie Oretti, achieved 10 A* and two A grades and will study French, Spanish, History and English in the Sixth Form. Louisa Lai gained 9 A* and 3 A grades and will study Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics and Further Mathematics at A level at St Gabriel’s.  Abigail Wooden achieved 8 A* and 4 A grades and has chosen to study French, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology next year hoping to fulfill her long time dream to study medicine in the future.

]]> Thu, 6 Sep 2012 14:29:51 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=273&nid=1 Alumni Reunion http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=271&pid=241&nid=1 On the 5th July the sun came out for one day only as we welcomed back ‘old girls’ from the last 64 years for a barbecue and evening concert performed by former pupils.  The barbecue was served in the late afternoon sunshine on the lawn and was for many the first time they have been able to eat outside this year!  This was followed by a showcase of superb talent in the Oval Room thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who attended. 

]]> Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:41:45 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=271&nid=1 Sponsored Barnados Toddle http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=267&pid=241&nid=1 Nursery and Reception children took part in this year's ' Barnados Toddle' wearing superhero accessories.  They completed many laps of a route around the school grounds and were greeted by Mr Jones as they finished who rewarded their effort with badges and stickers.  A big thank you to all parents for our support and sponsorship, we raised over two hundred pounds!

]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 14:02:08 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=267&nid=1 AS/A2 Art, Photography & Graphics Exhibition http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=264&pid=241&nid=1 Wednesday 20 June 2012

St Gabriel's Entrance Hall, Square Hall, Art Rooms & Cellar

]]> Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:31:23 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=264&nid=1 Dates for your Diary http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=82&pid=241&nid=1 Thursday 14 June - Junior Informal Lunchtime Concert - Oval Room - 12.45

]]> Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:26:52 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=82&nid=1 Junior Football Tournament Victory http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=258&pid=241&nid=1 St Gabriel’s Junior footballers enjoyed success at the recent West Berkshire Schools 6-a-side tournament held at Thatcham Town FC. Many of our girls have been attending the Arsenal Soccer School held here on Saturday mornings and their skill levels were clear to see in all their matches.

]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 10:30:39 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=258&nid=1 Creative Writers Inspired by Award-Winning Novelist http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=254&pid=241&nid=1 Our creative writers enjoyed a fantastic week with the Arvon Foundation at Totleigh Barton, Devon. Tutors for the week were Catherine Smith, who writes both prose and poetry and has adapted material for the BBC, and Tim Liardet, who is a lecturer at Bath Spa University and has published several poetry collections. We were also joined by award-winning novelist Tim Bowler for an inspiring evening of readings; he also gave us excellent hints and tips for our own writing.

]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 11:58:51 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=254&nid=1 St Gabriel's Charity Walk http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=239&pid=241&nid=1 The inaugural St Gabriel's 'whole school' walk will be held on Sunday 25th March

]]> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:00:33 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=239&nid=1 Junior Cricket Masterclass http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=241&pid=241&nid=1 England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) coaches from Newbury Cricket Club treated Year 5 & 6 girls to a cricket masterclass during their PE lessons.  Following the success of the England Women's team in recent years the club are keen to introduce cricket to girls through fun training sessions in schools and provide information about the provision for this sport in their local area.

]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:50:37 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=241&nid=1 3G Celebrate World Spelling Day Success http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=236&pid=241&nid=1 3G are celebrating after finishing 17th in the world on the annual World Spelling Day!  Each girl competed in up to 50 challenges and we are all very proud of their achievement and determination!

]]> Fri, 9 Mar 2012 16:39:22 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=236&nid=1 World Book Day 2012 http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=234&pid=241&nid=1 Fanastic costumes were on show in the Pre-Prep and Juniors Schools during World Book Day this year. 

Pre-Prep enjoyed a day of Roald Dahl themed activities and dressed as characters from his books.

Juniors were able to choose characters from any books and showed real imagination and flair in their designs with a wide range of characters on show. 

Click here to view our World Book Day gallery

 

]]> Fri, 2 Mar 2012 14:35:32 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=234&nid=1 Great Teamwork Leads to 5-0 Victory for Football Team http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=232&pid=241&nid=1 Great team spirit saw our Junior football team beat Speenhamland Primary School 5-0 recently with goals from Millie Quaintance, Elizabeth Hutton, Chiara Heneghan and Izzy Ryder.  The team can't wait for their next match!

Read Izzy Peacock's match report under 'read more'

]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:55:03 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=232&nid=1 Making The Case For Humanities http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=228&pid=241&nid=1 In 2011, following the government’s announcement that it would be cutting funding for university courses in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Professor Grayling founded and became the first master of the New College of the Humanities. 

On Monday, Professor Grayling visited St Gabriel’s to talk to students about the importance of the Humanities and how they provide personal enrichment, intellectual training, breadth of vision and the development of a well-informed, questioning mind –all of which are essential for success in today’s highly competitive world.

 
]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:55:20 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=228&nid=1 "Good Morning Miss Mistlethwaite!" http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=229&pid=241&nid=1 Year 6 spent a wonderful day at Reading Museum and became Victorian children for the time they were there. We were all given Victorian names; ours were Bert Wakenshaw and Horace Willet. We met our schoolteacher, Miss Mistlethwaite, but we had to call her ma’am. As we stepped through the classroom doors and onto the creaky wooden floor we went back in time to 1885. There were enormous windows in the room to let in the light because there was no electricity in Victorian times.

The doors closed and our teacher became as fierce as a lion, we are obedient and perfectly behaved. “Good morning Miss Mistlethwaite!”

]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:34:14 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=229&nid=1 St Gabriel's Strengthen Links With Emzoncane Primary School http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=227&pid=241&nid=1 Junior girls have been busy this term preparing a box of resources to send to our Link School in South Africa. We were fortunate to be given sets of stationery by Carte Blanche Greetings and decided to send half of these to pupils at the Emzoncane school who have become pen-pals.
We will also be sending them a large grey teddy bear with “St Gabriel’s” on his foot – whilst we keep his “brother” here as a symbol of our link.
]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:57:10 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=227&nid=1 Wellington Cross Country Relay Competition http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=226&pid=241&nid=1 Despite freezing temperatures four members of the Year 9 cross country relay team braved the elements to compete in the Annual Wellington Cross Country Relay Competition. 

With only 4 runners available for a 5 leg race (Lucia Mitchell, Harriet Griffiths, Laura Beardmore-Gray and Emma Lynch) Lucia stepped forward to run the first and last legs for the team who were placed 6th overall.  Well done to all the girls who took part!

]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:29:51 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=226&nid=1 Perfect Trip: Educational and Fun http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=224&pid=241&nid=1 Bath is the perfect trip: educational and fun!  As part of their Classics and Latin studies Year 9 enjoyed the company of an expert guide at the Roman Baths, explaining the remains of the Baths and the story of its discovery.  A chance to explore the site provided the perfect opportunity to throw coins into one of the pools and make a wish, in just the same way as the Romans did almost two thousand years ago.  One group of girls worked out that approximately 14 litres of was every second were gushing out of the hot spring!

]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2011 11:28:06 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=224&nid=1 Arsenal Soccer School For Girls at St Gabriel's http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=223&pid=241&nid=1 Saturday Mornings from January 7th to 24th March 2012

9.30-10.30am for Years 3 & 4

10.30-11.30am for Years 5 & 6

Open to girls of all ability levels

]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:35:32 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=223&nid=1 St Gabriel's - Wednesday 30 November http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=221&pid=241&nid=1 St Gabriel's will be fully operational on Wednesday 30th November.

]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:18:12 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=221&nid=1 Profitable Enterprise Week http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=220&pid=241&nid=1 Young Enterprise company Forget-Me-Not took advantage of an in-house selling opportunity at the St Gabriel's Christmas Craft Fair recently.  Sales of their mobile phone covers exceeded expectation and as a result they hope to diversify further to meet the needs of their target market in the coming months.

The Year 9 Business Club company for 2011, Eskimo, successfully sold small festive gifts and cakes at the craft fair. Shareholders will be making a dividend on their initial investment so it was a positive experience for all.

]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:15:05 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=220&nid=1 Year 5 Corn Exchange Trip http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=214&pid=241&nid=1 Michael Morpurgo's book  was brought to life when Year 5 went to see a production of Friend or Foe at the Corn Exchange in Newbury.  The trip complimented their reading of the book in class this term and provided further insight into what life would have been like growing up as a child during the war.

]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 15:37:27 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=214&nid=1 John Laing Sailing Weekend http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=209&pid=241&nid=1 Twelve Year 8&9 girls recently boarded the John Laing in Southampton and enjoyed a weekend of perfect sailing conditions.  During the two days the girls learnt to coil ropes, tack using the winch, tie different knots and had a go steering at the helm. 

]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:06:02 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=209&nid=1 Eurotalk http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=207&pid=241&nid=1 Once again our girls have shown their prowess in learning new languages with six girls competing in the Eurotalk semi final this year following their performances in the previous round having learnt Portuguese.

]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:31:00 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=207&nid=1 Junior School Head Girl and House Captains Announced http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=206&pid=241&nid=1 Amber Evans has been appointed Head Girl for the Junior School this year and was presented with her badge in assembly.  School Council Chair and House Captains were also announced as follows:

]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:09:36 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=206&nid=1 A Level Success http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=204&pid=241&nid=1 With 80% of their results at A* - B students at St Gabriel's have every reason to celebrate and leave to study a wide range of courses including Archaeology, Classics, Medicine and Radiography. 

]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:32:35 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=204&nid=1 Junior Football Tournament http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=202&pid=241&nid=1 In May, St Gabriel's Junior Department took part in a football tournament for local Primary schools.  Both teams showed considerable skill and determination with the Year 3&4 team reaching the semi-final and our Year 5&6 playing in the final and narrowly losing by just one goal.

]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 09:23:40 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=202&nid=1 Year 5 Visit France http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=203&pid=241&nid=1 Year 5 visited Normandy for five days recently to experience traditional French culture and enhance their French language skills.  Highlights of the trip included a visits to a chocolaterie, goat farm, local market, a french school to meet their pen pals, and a talent show.  A great time was had by all!

]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 09:20:44 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=203&nid=1 AS/A2 Art & Photography Exhibition http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=197&pid=241&nid=1 St Gabriel's AS/A2 Art & Photography Exhibition

Private View Monday 13 June 2011 4.00pm - 7.00pm

General View Tuesday 14-24 June 2011 - Within School Hours

]]> Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:23:03 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=197&nid=1 Duke of Edinburgh - Silver Award http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=199&pid=241&nid=1 Congratulations to Naomi Wardle who received her Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award from the Vice Lord Lieutenant of Berkshire at the recent awards ceremony held at Ufton Court.

Naomi is hoping to do her Gold Award when she goes to University later this year.

]]> Thu, 9 Jun 2011 12:43:59 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=199&nid=1 Junior School African Workshops http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=193&pid=241&nid=1 At the beginning of term the Junior School enjoyed an African Link Workshop Day.  Each girl took part in four different activities, which including painting an African mask, playing the drums (taught by our guest Noah from Cameroon), African poetry and learning about different African countries.

We all agreed it was a great start to the school term!

]]> Mon, 16 May 2011 12:44:17 GMT http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/news/default.asp?storyID=193&nid=1