Paris harbours the Arts in every corner, on every bridge and within every austere building. Nestled in central France on the river Seine, our study trip proved to be an inspirational, informative, and collaborative journey for all involved. Paris is, and always has been, the subject of artists, filmmakers, photographers, textiles designers, writers and musicians. The students were exposed to original pieces by grand masters such as Monet, Van Gogh and Da Vinci. They also experienced the culture and ethos of the Parisian Art Scene and by proxy of that started to develop an understanding of French culture itself.

The trip allowed our students to relate their subjects of study to an immense, productive and financially viable city founded on trading the produce of artisans. They experienced first hand the employment the arts and media industry creates. The work they undertook whilst in Paris supported their research for exams through exposure to rare antiquities and primary source material.

Paris is a unique place to photograph due to its lighting, reflections, river, aesthetics and buildings. It is challenging, austere and unique. It has long been the subject of painters, sculptures and print makers and is host to a plethora of fashions designers. The couture houses of Paris are regarded in high esteem and world-renowned. Paris has its own film festival, and has been the venue for many films, dramas and plays.

Whilst in Paris the 21 students and 3 staff members visited arguably the most prestigious set of galleries France has to offer, Musee d’Orsay, Musee dy Louvre, and Centre Pompidou. They also visited the Basilica Sacre Coeur, Montmartre, Notre Dame cathedral, and Parc du Champs de Mars which is home to the famous Eiffel tower. The consensus was that the trip was a unique, informative, and incredible experience from which we all developed a love of the city and it’s Arts. A selection of photographs are available in the gallery below, taken by Su Conroy.

7’s kick off nearly bought an early goal, but a good set play set up Year 8’s for their second goal to make it 2-1 to the 8’s. Then Netherhall went goal crazy. A hat-trick from Addan Bailey, 1 goal for Liam Mitchell, 2 goals for Sam Cassidy. But 7’s did get a conciliation goal from Cameron McCallum which made the final score 8-2 to Year 8’s. A great game by both year’s.

Well Done.

Match Report by Jack Drain, Year 8

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Our Year 9 boys wrote speeches to support the idea that ‘The media massively influences public opinion’, in which they put forward a persuasive case that, too often, we are told what to think by TV, newspapers and the Internet. Our Year 8 girls’ team chose the enormously ambitious topic of ‘What is art?’ They defended some of our modern British artists and argued convincingly that art and meaning, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder.

After the day’s excellent speeches had concluded, the winners were announced: our Year 8 girls will be taking part in the Regional Finals of the Intermediate ‘Youth Speaks’ competition on Saturday 20th March. Congratulations to Madeline Dyson, Zahrah Azam and Isabelle Wilson, who returned with certificates and generous prizes donated by the Rotary Club.

Mrs Williams of the English Department, said, “These events give the students a platform and an experience that they would otherwise never encounter at this stage in their lives. After watching students taking part in public speaking activities, I can see how much it develops their confidence and self-belief. Thank you, Rotarians, and well done all of our excellent speakers!”

The Netherhall School warmly invites parents, carers, friends and students to its annual Spring Concert. This event is held at the famous West Road Concert Hall in Cambridge.

Tickets for the event are £4 for adults and £2 for children.

A map of how to find the concert hall is below – click to enlarge:

Open to teams of 6, entry fee £5 per person – bring your own refreshments.

We’re also asking every team to donate a prize for the raffle – a good opportunity to pass on those unloved Christmas presents!

Pay on the door, or drop your entries into the school office, giving a contact name, team name, and making any cheques payable to ‘Friends of Netherhall’

We look forward to seeing you!

Fixed term contract to 31 July 2010.

Required a.s.a.p. The role requires preparation of materials to support teaching & learning, repairs in the workshop, servicing & maintaining machinery and hand tools, maintaining stock levels and dealing with deliveries. You would work 4 hrs / day (20 hrs p.w.) Mon. to Fri. – timing to be agreed.

Applicants must be able to work using own initiative and have an understanding of teaching requirements.

To apply, please submit a letter of application comprising a max. of 2 sides of A4 (font size min.10) setting out why you are the right candidate for this post to Mrs V MacAndrew,  PA to the Principal by  Friday 26 February 2010.

Interviews: Thursday 4 March 2010

The school has a clear commitment to Child Protection and Safeguarding Children.  All appointments are subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Check