From the Head of Primary

As we now enter a tremendously busy time for everyone within the Primary Department, it is time to reflect on last semester and highlight the priorities for the rest of the school year. The National Day Celebration this year gave an opportunity for many students to perform in front of parents for the first time. This they did to considerable acclaim in what proved to be a very enjoyable and just celebration of this great occasion.

The Winter Concert involved all the Elementary Grades both in the choir and as individual musicians. Over 500 students were involved and nearly 500 parents attended, the numbers speak for themselves.
The Lower Elementary Field Day was enjoyed by both students and parents alike, many thanks to the PE Department for the degree of planning and organisation involved.

During this semester the curriculum for Grades 5,6, 7 and 8 will be under review as we continue to look to provide the best possible preparation for students beginning their IGCSE courses in Grade 9.

I would like to express my sincere thanks to all the Primary Staff for their efforts this semester and on their behalf thank parents and families for their continued support.

Ian Jones
Head of Primary

 
Oman Cricket Club – Kwik Cricket Initiative
When we were approached by representatives of the Oman Cricket Club to hold Kwik Cricket sessions in school for some of our younger students, little did we realise what a tremendous success it would turn out to be. The sessions were aimed at Grade 3 and Grade 4 students, the first time Grade 3 had been involved in this kind of after school activity. The response exceeded all expectations and each Wednesday over thirty boys and girls have been involved in fun games aimed at raising the skill levels of those students involved. The Oman Cricket Club quite rightly prides itself on its forward thinking to further raise the awareness of the game amongst Omani children and continue their rapid rise in status on the world stage.

Prior to the first session three aims were identified:
• Enjoyment
• Raising the awareness of the game
• Identifying those students with a flair for the game and giving them the opportunity to develop their skills at a higher level

All these aims have been achieved. My thanks to all those involved and a message for the students, keep up the good work.

Ian Jones
Head of Primary