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Abigail Raper - Josh Young - 3G3 3B3
Transcript of Abigail Raper - Josh Young - 3G3 3B3
SPECIAL YR 7 EDITION - SEPTEMBER 2014
Josh Young - 3G3
On the first morning I was
very nervous because I
wasn’t going to be with my
friends and I was worried
about new things, but
Healing seems like a really
good school and I enjoyed it.
I liked doing drama as I am
a big fan and I think Miss
Roberts will be my favourite
teacher.
Abigail Raper -
3B3
The night before I
started at Healing I
felt very excited. I
was looking forward
to a fresh start in a
new place, but at the
same time I was
worried in case
people didn’t like me
very much.
Firstly we went to our tutor groups and were
given our new journals. I was worried about
getting to the right place on time and getting
lost, but the teachers helped me. My favourite
lessons were Art and P.E. All my teachers are
nice. I don’t have a favourite, I like them all!
When the first day was over it was a relief and
I could relax, but I was excited about going
back again the next day.
Jaecie-Hope Alderson -
3B4
I was terrified the first day. I
couldn’t sleep and had
butterflies in my tummy! I
came to school on the bus.
Everyone was nice and polite.
I really like Mr Blockley. The
dinners are very nice,
especially fish and chip
Friday!
Archie Yeo - 3G4
My first day at Healing
was amazing! I really
wanted it to last longer.
I was a bit nervous at
the start of the day, but
by the end I was fine. I
had no worries at all.
My favourite lesson was
D.T. Thomas Hipwell -
3R1
There are lots of things I
enjoyed about my first
day at Healing. I liked
making new friends,
finding where my new
classrooms would be and
meeting my tutor. All the
teachers are very helpful.
I have no idea why I was
nervous about coming in
the first place!
Welcome to the first edition for the 2014/15 academic year of our school newsletter which we call
"Hotline". In this edition, our Year 7 pupils have taken the opportunity to share their first
experiences of life here at Healing School. It is pleasing to see that our Year 7’s have quickly
settled in and already feel part of the school. They have been working hard, have made new
friends and they clearly enjoy the school dinners!
Already we can see this year group have lots of talent and we have high hopes for all of them.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all parents for your support in ensuring that
all pupils started the school year looking really smart in the school uniform.
Best Wishes, Mr Knapton
Dear Parent/Carer
Trevis Baker -
3G4
When I woke up on the
first day, I felt very
nervous and scared.
When I arrived at
school, I realised I had
forgotten my pencil
case! My form tutor
Miss Baxter let me
borrow some things.
The science lessons are
fun. The library is good
and I like Mrs Ranyard.
Ellie Mae Cheung - 3R1
On my first morning at
Healing, I felt both
nervous and excited. I
was looking forward to
seeing my friends, but
worried about getting
lost. I liked doing P.E.
because I like netball
and Mrs Yeadon is nice.
I was relieved when my
first day was over and I
went home happy.
Abbie Robinson - 3R3
I came from Wybers
primary school. I was
very nervous about my
first day, but my big
brother comes to
Healing school and he
said it would be fine.
We did R.E. on the first
day, but the style was
different from primary
school. The lessons I
liked best were History
and Art. I like History
because I like learning
about the past.
I like my English teacher Mr Vincent and Miss
Clarke who teaches geography. I really liked my
first day at Healing and it was easier to find my
way around than I thought it would be.
Haille Edwards - 3R1
The night before coming to Healing, I was nervous, but excited
about having a new start. I came from Springfield primary school
and none of my friends were coming to the same school, so I was
worried about finding new friends. I looked for Becky, Olivia and
Kacey who I met on the taster days, so I was pleased to see some
familiar faces. Firstly we had a long tutor lesson and were told lots
of new rules. I also had a P.W.L. lesson, which was something we
didn’t do in primary school. It was interesting. I like my teachers,
especially Mr Vincent, Mr Chappel and Miss Roberts.
When I got home after the first day, I was surprised that the day
went better than I expected and I thought everything was really
well organised.
Jack Johnston -
3G2
I wasn’t nervous about
coming to Healing. I
was really excited about
meeting new people
and doing new subjects.
I went to school on the
bus for the first time.
We had assembly and
then went to our tutor
groups. I think the
school dinners are
fantastic and I am
usually picky!
Maths is my favourite subject and my teacher is
called Miss Portess.
When I got home, I felt amazing because I knew
I would have a great 5 years at Healing school!
Rebecca Jarratt - 3R2
To begin with I was
really nervous about
having a new start,
but excited as well. I
was looking forward to
making some new
friends and starting
new subjects. On the
first day I had Maths,
Art and P.E. I also had
French and it was fun
because I hadn’t done
it before. I liked all
the teachers. I really
enjoyed my first day
and went home
looking forward to
going back the next
day.
Sam Smith - 3R3
The night before I started at Healing I couldn’t sleep and in the morning
I had no appetite, although I still managed to eat my breakfast! The
only person I knew in my group was Adam from my primary school.
I was worried about having to go on the bus and being on time. There
are lots of names to remember! I liked doing drama. I like Mr Hirst and
Mr Burrows and I think Miss Portess will be able to help me with my
maths. My dad came home early from work to ask me lots of questions
about my first day. It was good and I felt fine when it was over.
The night before starting
at Healing it took me 2
hours to get to sleep. I
was worried because I
didn’t know anyone at my
bus stop and the school
was a lot bigger. I wasn’t
a fan of drama, but after
our first lesson with Mr
Hirst, I am now. When I
got home, my family were
glad my first day went ok.
Adam Twitchett - 3R3
Eden Eratt - 3G4
On the first day I was
nervous when I got
dropped off, but I
soon found some
friends. Miss Baxter is
my form tutor. I liked
doing Art and D.T.
We did spider
diagrams with Mrs
Watcham. I like all of
the teachers.
Sophie Wilkinson -
3R3
The evening before I
came to Healing, I was
nervous and had mixed
emotions. I was pleased I
knew some of the Year 8
pupils already here. I
wasn’t with any of my
friends in my tutor group,
but it was fine because
we had the same lessons.
On the first day we did Drama, Maths and P.W.L.
My favourite lesson was Maths. I really like my
Maths teacher Miss Portess and she is my form
tutor too. My first day turned out to be great!
When I got home my family quizzed me about
what I had done and I felt very proud of myself.
Tom Cullen -
3R4
I was nervous when I
got to the school
gates, but happy to
see familiar faces in
my tutor group. As
the day went on, I
got more confident.
My uniform is taking
some getting used to!
Ethan Hall - 3B4
The night before I started at Healing, I tried my uniform on and that
made me feel nervous! The next morning I felt apprehensive because I
didn’t know what was ahead of me. When I got to school, I followed all
the other year 7’s to the hall and then Mr Blockley gave us a tour of the
school. My first lesson was Science. I was happy when I came out
because I enjoyed it. I couldn’t wait for lunch because on the taster day
it was delicious. I wasn’t disappointed! After lunch we had P.E. I was
worried because I didn’t have my full kit. Luckily we were only told what
we would be doing in future lessons. Phew! At the end of the day, I
walked home relieved and with a beaming smile on my face.
Hermione Tate -
3G1
I thought my first day was
nerve racking!
When I first got my
journal, I wasn’t sure what
it was for, but my tutor
was very helpful. I was
told what sets I would be
in and how to get to my
classes. My first lesson
was Science and I thought
it would be boring, but we
learnt lots of interesting
things about chemicals.
In the afternoon we had P.W.L. but I didn’t know
what that was at first until the teacher explained.
As quick as a flash it seemed like time to go home.
It was over and I had really enjoyed my first day
at Healing.
Thomas Hughes
- 3G1
I came to school on
the bus which was full
of older, much bigger
kids. When I got off
the bus, the school
looked so big I
thought I’d be lost for
days!
We met our tutors who told us about all the
important things we needed to know and gave
us our journals.
After break I had my first proper lesson. It
was Religious Studies. We were told what
topics we would cover that term. After that,
we had lunch (now that’s my kind of lesson!)
Alex Hughes - 3B3
I really enjoyed my first
day at Healing school. I
was just happy and
relieved that I didn’t get
lost!
We had Drama first and
the pupils got to know
each other. After that, we
had Maths and we had a
test! (It was ok, but no
one really likes tests.)
In the afternoon we had Science and we were
told about a lot of safety procedures. It was
useful. After Science we had P.W.L. We were
discussing bullying which I think is good.
Altogether, it went well and I had a great first
day at school.
Alex Woods - 3G3
I would say my first day
at Healing was
amazing...even though I
got lost!
Initially I felt nervous,
but after I arrived, the
nerves went and I
started enjoying it. I
really liked going on the
tour around the school,
especially seeing the
language department.
My favourite lesson was P.W.L. because it was
a new experience. My first day went brilliantly!
Lucy Barnard -
3R4
At first, I was nervous
about meeting lots of
new teachers. My
favourite lessons were
Drama and Maths
because I like singing
and adding big
numbers together.
Although the school is
big, I have managed to
be on time to lessons.
Ellie Tams - 3G2
At first I was very nervous
because I didn’t know
what was going to happen.
I thought I might get lost
or forget something. I was
worried about getting on
the right bus. When I got
to school it was better
than I thought. I enjoyed
my lessons and liked my
teachers.
Aimee
Charalambous -
3B2
On my first day, I got
to make lots of nice
new friends! Although
I forgot where some
things were, I
managed to arrive to
lessons on time. When
I got lost, some older
students helped me.
All the teachers are
nice.
Kai Parmenter -
3B2
I was so excited on my
first day at Healing. I
had butterflies and
thought I was going to
be sick! I met lots of
new friends. I was
puzzled about going
from one class to
another, at primary you
stayed in one room.
Overall, I thought my
first day was good.
Jade Pike - 3B3
Being at Healing school is
very different from being
at primary. When I got
here, I went to my tutor
group to register and we
got to know each others
names and I made a new
friend.
We had an assembly
which was very
welcoming and then we
went for a tour around
the school. My first proper
lesson was French.
After lunch I had Maths and P.W.L. My favourite
lesson is Maths and I really like my Maths teacher,
Mrs Yeo.
When it was time to go home, I was already
looking forward to the next day.
Macey Sixsmith -
3G3
On the first morning I
couldn’t wait to get my
new uniform on. I was
glad I had a friend to
go on the bus with.
When I got to school, I
met my form tutor Mr
Holmes. He is very
friendly. Even though I
got lost, everyone
helped me find where I
needed to be.
I was worried about bullies, but everyone is so
kind and caring, I’m not worried about that now.
I really enjoyed my first day. I think I will gain
confidence and my work will improve. When I got
home, I was happy but completely worn out!
Cody Cowie - 3R2
I felt a bit scared on my
first day and I was
pleased I knew some
people from my old
school. The lessons were
different from primary.
I like my form tutor
Mr McCrae. I was
relieved when my first
day was out the way!
Ryan Lark - 3B1
On the first day I had
mixed emotions.
Fortunately there were
people I knew on my bus.
When we got here we
had lots of instructions
about where to go and
what to do. All the
teachers were really nice
and happy to help.
Kacie Davidson
- 3R3
On my first day I
was nervous
because I didn’t
know where
anything was, but I
felt more relaxed
after meeting my
tutor. I enjoyed my
lunch and made lots
of new friends. I am
happy to be part of
Healing school.
Amelia Stanley
- 3G1
At first I was
nervous, but also
excited about
starting at a new
school. I was
worried about
getting to my
lessons on time,
sorting out my lunch
money and getting
lost.
Even though I was
worried, people
helped me and I
soon became a lot
more confident and
made new friends. I think that everybody at
Healing school is very caring. I really enjoyed
my first day and I liked all the lessons that
we had.
Ebony Moffat - 3G4
On my first day at Healing, I found the atmosphere in the school very
welcoming. My friends and I were buzzing with excitement! I felt safe as
soon as I got off the bus, even though I was a bit worried about the day
ahead. As soon as I got here, I just wanted to get started!
Even though I didn’t sleep well the night before, my worries soon
disappeared and when I got home, my first words were ‘I can’t wait to go
back tomorrow.’ I even enjoyed doing my homework! My first day was
incredible.
Bethany Ireland -
3G3
When I walked through the
gate on the first day, I felt
so small, I was worried
about getting trodden on!
I enjoyed my first P.W.L.
lesson. The teacher was
funny and helped me feel
comfortable in a new place.
The older pupils were really
kind and helpful, especially
when I got lost. All in all,
everyone helped me feel
like I belong at Healing.
Footnote: P.W.L = Preparation for Working Life