Woodcroft Win The Barnet Tri-Golf Championship

By C Tallon26th May 2017

Tri Golf Champions 2017

On Wednesday 16th May Woodcroft sent a team of golfers to the Barnet Tri-Golf Championships staged at Allianz Park. After winning their group stage our squad of 10 went through the play-offs against the other group finalists. In a tense finale against Broadfields, The Hyde and Goldbeaters we emerged victorious and came away with the gold medals!

tri-golf-lgWhat isTri-Golf?
Tri-golf is a ‘mini’ version of golf for primary schools. It involves the use of adapted equipment for use in a variety of golf skill games that mix individual and team play. Tri-Golf is designed to provide an enjoyable introduction to the sport. 

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Woodcroft will now represent Barnet at the London Youth Games in July. The games, held at The National Sports Centre in Crystal Palace, are open competitions enabling the most talented young people in each London borough to compete to become champions of London.

A Festival Weekend for Woodcroft

By C Tallon14th May 2017

Woodcroft pupils took part in two fun festivals over the weekend…

Saturday 13th May – SMASHfestUK

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SMASHfestUK 2017 on The Grahame Park

Despite three unplanned venue changes due to circumstances outside of their control, the SMASHfest team pulled out all of the stops to ensure their volcano themed science festival was a success. Those that went along to The Grahame Park on Saturday were able to enjoy a wide range of fun activities and experiments. As part of the afternoon, Woodcroft Dance Club had been invited to perform their winning routine. Thank you to all of the pupils, parents and staff who supported us at this event.

Sunday 14th May – Barnet Unity Festival

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Barnet Unity of Faiths Festival

Then on Sunday, Woodcroft were one of the performance acts on the main stage of The Barnet Unity of Faiths Festival held at Burnt Oak Leisure Centre. This event brought together all of the faiths and cultures that make up our wonderfully diverse locality. Both Woodcroft Choir and Dance Club’s performance wonderfully to the festival crowd. Well done to everyone who took part.

Year 3 Football Tournament

By C Tallon12th May 2017

Well done to the Woodcroft Year 3 Football Team who took part in the Barnet Sport Borough Tournament on Friday 12th May. After some outstanding play they finished third in their group, narrowly missing out on a quarter final place by 1 point. All of the team played with energy and enthusiasm. Mr Patel and Mr Judd, our team coaches, were particularly impressed with their commitment to tackles.

British Red Cross – Dance: Make Your Move

By C Tallon2nd May 2017

Woodcroft Dance Team Winners

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Woodcrotf Dance Team winning Dance: Make Your Move 2017

On Saturday 28th April Woodcroft Dance Team won the London junior heats of the British Red Cross sponsored competition Dance: Make Your Move that was staged  at The Michael Crawford Theatre in Dulwich. Woodcroft’s dance was inspired by the Nepal earthquake tragedy and also received a special commendation from the judges for engaging with the audience. Woodcroft were also acknowledged as Platinum Fundraising Award winners on the night for raising over £1000 in support  of The British Red Cross. Well done to the entire team for their wonderful performance and outstanding fundraising! Woodcroft will now take part in the national finals to be staged at the London 02 in July. Thank you to Miss Williams, Mrs Clarke, Mrs Hurley, Ms Vanner, Miss Blyth and the all of the staff and parents who supported the team.