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The English International School

Newsletter: Winter Term 2007

EIS is now half way through its first year. We celebrated by welcoming a much delayed arrival of winter.  The campus is bright white and very picturesque, especially on the many brilliant crisp sunny days we have had.  The gardeners do a magnificent job of clearing the paths and play area, and in so doing, have built up snow banks which have quickly been converted into snowmen (Wolves won the House competition), slides, igloos and snowball battle lines.  The rest of the pitches now sport two Cross Country Ski trails, and this sport is now confirmed as a favourite with the pupils.

 The physical education programme has not suffered any seasonal disruption.  We have managed to play out on almost every day, including  touch rugby, basketball and football.  The practice has paid off, as Mr Hume’s team won their match last month, a great victory away from home, supported by our charismatic cheerleading team.  Well done!  Indoors, there is a lot of gymnastics and dance, and we have now moved to a newer and larger sports hall, so seniors and juniors alike get a fortnightly chance to play in a large weatherproof arena.  The seniors are doing very well at their swimming sessions, with some complete beginners now mobile in the pool, and some of the better swimmers are improving their stoke techniques and stamina. 

The school continues to grow, and we have welcomed new pupils and staff.  A special word of thanks is due to Mrs Shirley Bruce  who did sterling work with the juniors last term, at very short notice, and we wish her and Rob  every happiness and warmth in their new adventure in Kuwait.  Mr Kurt Botha is now full time with the expanding Nursery & Reception children, and Miss Val Buzeta has taken over the reins with Years 3&4.  Lots of good works from these and other classes can be seen on the walls – as well as heard through them!  There is an open afternoon on 15 March, to which all visitors will be most welcome.  This follows our first parents’ meeting last month, which was very helpful for those who braved the snows to get here.

 With the Year 10 cohort starting in September, work is well under way planning our first GCSE courses.  We will be offering a complete set of the key subjects, and will expect most students to study for up to ten subjects from a choice of a dozen or so.  We anticipate welcoming  new students to Year 10, and to every other year group in September, as well as the steady flow of mid year new pupils. 

 The web site is developing, and we hope you enjoy the changes, updates and fresh photographs.  We have started a special parents’ section, and will soon have more information about the Summer Club which will take place in July.  This is open to everyone, current EIS children and newcomers, as is our new venture, Saturday English tutorials, a chance for learners of English, aged 5-12, to practise their language.  Please tell everyone you know who may be interested. Courses start in early March.

 In summary, there is never a dull moment, and best of all, we are blessed with a great group of pupils:  for which my thanks to all our parents and staff.