19th June 2024
Today, St. Thomas' welcomed Bysing Wood Primary School from Faversham to play against members of our football club for a friendly. Two matches were held at our school, one for boys and one for girls.
St. Thomas' Catholic Primary School 1 Bysing Wood Primary School 4
Well played our girls team, who came up against really strong opposition (they had finished 2nd in their group). All girls played with great enthusiasm, energy and sportsmanship. We started shakily and found ourselves 2 goals down, However Jolena scored to get us back into the game and despite our best efforts to grab a 2nd goal, we were caught on the break twice.
Well done to Alexa, Bella, Lilianna, Jolena, Edhayln and Amelia - you were superb.
"I cant believe I scored" - Jolena
"I made some great saves" - Alexa
"They were a good team but we tried our best" - Lilianna
"I was so tired" - Bella
"We did well against a good team" - Edhayln
"I cant wait for the next match" - Amelia
St. Thomas' Catholic Primary School 1 Bysing Wood Primary School 0
In an even contest our boys team came out as narrow victors with the only goal of a tight game coming from Mikey. Both teams had chances, with both goalkeepers making wonderful saves (well done Emil). Once we managed to score, we played the game out really well - game management at it's finest.
Well done to Emil, Mark, Dexter, Dominic, Santi, Mikey and Jan.
"I thank my team-mates and Mr. Todd" - Mikey
"That was a tough match, we could have scored more" - Santi
"I am so proud of my team" - Dominic
"Yes.... what a win" - Dexter
"I thought we were going to win, I just knew it" - Mark
"That was hard, my legs are aching" - Jan
"I wasn't going to concede and stopped everything" - Emil
Schools Cricket Day out
Friday 28th June 2024
Today, year 4 and year 3 made there way to the Spitfire Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury for a cricketing experience of a lifetime.
The children began the day with a tour of the ground which included an active quiz. We then used the same facilities as the professionals - the state-of-the-art The Ames-Levett Sports Centre to practice bowling, fielding and batting, coached by the coaches of Kent County Cricket Club. We had the chance to learn more about the sport and have fun as well as developing skills such as teamwork and resilience.
We were also fortunate to see players from Kent train before meeting many of them, who took the time to speak to use and sign autographs.
We finished with lunch in the Pavilion - where the players eat.
What a wonderful day!
Year 5 and 6 Visit to the St. Lawrence Ground
Monday 24th July 2024
Pupils and staff from years 5 and 6 were treated treated to the spectacle of Kent’s Men’s First XI facing Lancashire on Day Two of their County Championship match on Monday 24th June 2024.
Pupils and teachers were also able to take part in activities throughout the day run by the Kent Cricket Community Coaches, ably assisted by Sport Leaders from the Simon Langton Girls’ Grammar School, including games, skill challenges, assault course, speed gun challenges and more.
Sports Day 2024
Thursday 20th June
St. Thomas' held our annual Sports Day today - where all children participated with smiles, enjoyment and sportsmanship. Thank you to all parents who were able to attend to cheer on the children.
The first part of the morning saw our children compete in potted sports events led by years 5 and 6 - well done to you all.
The second part of the morning saw the children compete in track events.
All children earned points for their house - a huge well done to you all and congratulations to St. Elizabeth House for lifting the Sports Day trophy.