College Racing with pancakes!

# On 05/03/2010 19:10

The weather rained off the planned Pancake Race last week (yes, we know Pancake Day was the week before that, but it was half term!) so this Tuesday saw an assortment of pupils and staff throughout the year groups, racing down the Astroturf, pans and pancakes in hand. Sixth Form decided to be contrary and raced backwards – a brave move! Photos may be found in the gallery.

A good start for the Year 5 netballers

# On 05/03/2010 19:09

The Year 5 netball players played in their first junior tournament at Maltman’s Green School last Saturday. The tournament consisted of six matches with five minutes each side. The girls worked very well together and demonstrated tenacity despite the more experienced opposition.

The weather conditions were not great – in fact, wet and the girls spent some of their time happily sheltering under a large purple umbrella!

Well done to the girls and thanks to the parents who cheered the team on. We look forward to their progress throughout the rest of the year.

Claires Court boys and girls cross country success

# On 05/03/2010 19:09

At the ISA Nationals last Friday we experienced possibly the muddiest cross country course we had ever seen, and with streams forming as a result of the recent amount of rain we’ve had, it was always going to be an interesting course for the pupils to run. And that it was - we were covered from head to foot in mud and that was just from walking the course before the races started! Our girls and boys were representing the London West region, part of a team of the top 10 runners selected to run from the regional round held at Sherfield School. There were 7 national regions being represented and, with 10 runners from each region, it was a huge race in which to compete. Despite the challenging conditions, and the rain that kept on falling throughout the day, each and every competitor ran exceptionally well showing guts and determination and, yet again, was a credit to the School.

The London West team overall took 2nd place on the day, only one point behind the North. This was a great performance and showed the strength and consistency of the team on the day. We would all like to congratulate all who took part on their efforts and achievements in the National ISA competition. Well done!

Congratulations to Ridgeway chess players

# On 05/03/2010 19:08

Fingers cross for the U10’s who are playing in the National Prep Schools’ finals this week-end.

Congratulations to Ridgeway chess players

# On 05/03/2010 19:07

The U11A and U9 chess teams from Ridgeway qualified for the English Primary Schools' Chess Association National Schools' Championship, to be held in May or June. This is only the second time both teams have qualified. Good Luck to both teams.

3 for 3 Charity fund raising

# On 05/03/2010 19:06

Fund raising for the three charities for the three sites will be in full flow from Monday 15 March. This year we are supporting the Sebastian’s Action Trust, Thames Valley Adventure Playground and the Alexander Devine Children’s Cancer Trust. Ridgeway has already launched its efforts and is doing well. Watch this space to see how the fund raising goes and keep watching the bulletins to see what events your children can support.

Well done to College Pre and Junior Prep for their Haiti fund raising

# On 05/03/2010 19:05

College Pre and Junior Prep pupils have raised the stunning sum of £1,033.01 through the innovative and entertaining methods of fund raising. Well done to them all.

Year 9 pupils visit to Paris

# On 27/02/2010 15:48

Year 9 boys and girls spent an enjoyable long week-end in Paris (despite some discomforts here and there!). They visited Stade de France as well as a boat trip on the Seine, a walk down the Champs Elysees, not forgetting the Eiffel Tower! Photos are in the Gallery.

World Book Day - 4 March

# On 27/02/2010 15:48

Watch out for events across the schools to celebrate World Book Day. More news after the event!

Ridgeway's Got Talent

# On 27/02/2010 15:47

If you read your Maidenhead Advertiser over the half term, you will have seen the massive double page spread given to Ridgeway pupils at their talent contest.