Danbury 2024 blog

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Monday 21st October 2024

We have had a fantastic and adventure-filled first day at Danbury today. Drop off went well with only a few teary hugs goodbye…mostly from the adults. The children were split into their cabin groups and set to work setting up their bunks. It was soon time for lunch and then on to the first activity. Over the next few days, the children will take part in archery, bush craft, aerial trekking, vertical challenge, obstacle course, zip line and a climbing wall. The children also tucked in to biscuits to keep their energy up between activities.

After the first two activities, it was time to say goodbye to our instructors and head back to our cabins. Not for too long though as it was time for dinner! We were treated to a Monday roast dinner with all the trimmings. For dessert, the children devoured a chocolate cake to rival the one in Matilda.

After dinner, the children put their smarts to the test in Mrs Thompson’s Danbury quiz. They were tested on general knowledge, music, chocolate bars, space and their own teachers. In teams, they had to work together and we were all shocked to find out an octopus has 9 brains!

To settle in for the evening, the children brushed their teeth, changed into pyjamas and watched some TV. Then it was time to get into our bunks, ready for a blissful and full night’s sleep…hopefully.

Memorable moments and shout outs-

Mrs Sanderson – ‘All of my group used their growth mind-set during aerial trekking. They all did really well!’.

Mrs Thompson- Maggie H for using her growth mind-set in archery. She was resilient and kept going even when she was finding it challenging.

Miss Anderson – All of my group did well today but a special shout-out to Bella S, Grace F and Penny C for finding their brave and overcoming their fears in aerial trekking.

Mrs Whipps- Lewis C for his brilliant listening skills and being sensible during bush craft.

Mrs Dumitrascu – Well done to Ellie A for using her growth mind-set on the obstacle course. I think we have found a hidden talent, you were brilliant.

Tuesday 22nd October 2024

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