Saturday in Westwood meant lots of rugby for the Year 8 boys. Some of the hockey was sadly cancelled by the opposition/ Those who stayed in the Westwood got involved in some very enthusiastic dancing and karaoke as shown by Ryan, Ayomikun and Suruchi. It was great to see the boarders enjoying 'downtime' and playing so nicely. I was also delighted that Monica and Sarafina went off to do some Orienteering with Mrs Hallett in a local competition. Mrs Hallett, a tutor in Westwood, represents England still in her age group! Good to learn from the best, girls! Last night's film was Despicable 3 with the beloved Minions, which went down well, as did the pizza.
After breakfast this morning, Mrs Duke worked with five girls on Christmas stockings which they personalised. Mrs Duke was very patient and supportive. The girls were delighted with their end products. Whilst this was happening the rest of the House was playing netball and indoor football. Ssaha did her best to umpire the crazy game of netball and the boys struggled with the rules. Unbelievably a 20 minute game end nil-nil! We at least had goals in the football. Brunch helped everyone recover quickly. We also did our 'Quiet Hour' and the ever popular shoe cleaning before departing!
Watch your fingers, Noelina!
Very focused work!
We are getting there!
After 90 minutes!
In the afternoon we headed by coach to 'Laser Fusion' in Bristol for two hours of Laser Tag. A chance to shoot friends and teachers dead! Our top shooters were Mr Manners from the Prep School, Tom aka 'Logan', Nina and Rachel. Those boarders whose parents are involved in Her Majesty's Forces showed some real shooting prowess. Staff were cornered on a number of occasions by pupils who did not show much mercy! It was another successful joint venture with High Vinnalls, the Prep School boarding house. Check out these dangerous assassins!
Nina getting in the zone to kill!
Don't be fooled by these friendly faces!
Ryan up for the challenge!
We are ready!
Guns loaded!
You'd better hide, Mr Duke! We are coming after you!
Eight boarders went swimming tonight. Breaking news the Robin which snuck into Westwood and resided in the Lounge having been encouraged downstairs by Mr Thatcher has been humanely released, thanks to Mrs Duke's nifty skills with a fishing net. You can just make it out on the table below with window wide open in attempt to set it free! Indeed Mrs Duke in addition to all these tasks has also baked 180 cakes for various birthdays (Vic, Monica and Angel) and for the tuck shop tomorrow. All in a day's work for Boarding Houseparents!
It has been another top weekend in Westwood. Hope you are well wherever you are reading this episode!
