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Here are some photographs of the pupils at Frensham Ponds. This was the pupils last session on the water before we break for the Summer holiday. Just like the horseriding on Tuesday, and the Music performances, we invited parents along to watch the pupils sail.

The sailing sessions are part of the Physical Education curriculum and we recognise that our pupils are fortunate to have this opportunity to experience something different and learn new skills. Well done Amy, Dom, Dan and Jess.

We must also say a big thank you to the Sailability team who give of their time freely and without whom, this activity wouldn't be possible. Thank you.

Photographs supplied by Jessica's grandfather.

Four talented young musicians played to an audience of parents and members of staff, showing the work they have achieved in music.

Their work is impressive, especially the compositions created using the PrintMusic software. Having that capability allowed them to unleash their understanding of music without having the concern of being able to play it.

The individual pieces were also very notable examples of how the pupils' skills have progressed in only a year. We will soon be editing the footage from the afternoon's performance and joining that with some footage shot a year or so ago.

Congratulations to the pupils and to Linda, our music specialist for her commitment to giving the pupils the best possible experiences.

On Tuesday 11th July, an enormously proud set of parents and staff looked on as the pupils performed their newfound skills and abilities in horseriding at the RDA centre in Liphook.

A range of skills were demonstrated, from walking to trotting, weaving with the horse under control using the reigns, and jumping.

As a finale, the pupils demonstrated 'Round the World' which demands pupils remain on horseback, yet turn a complete 360 degrees whilst still sitting on the saddle.

Pupils at Stepping Stones school have had weekly visits to the RDA centre in Liphook and forms an integrated part of their Physical Education curriculum. The pupils have the opportunity to continue riding in September when they begin working towards a certificate in dressage.

We were all greatly impressed by the confidence and enjoyment shown by the pupils. Well done all!

more photographs here....

Art specialist, Hester Whittle of Grayshott NADFAS, visited Stepping Stones School to provide our pupils with some creative activities in Art.

Hester said:

"As Young Arts representative of Grayshott NADFAS it has been a pleasure to visit Stepping Stones again. Despite the heat of July 3rd the students worked with keen interest and enthusiasm and produced some pleasing drawings and pastel paintings.

We explored tone, line and colour, spent some time in the garden drawing plant forms and produced some colourful work inspired by Kandinsky. I thoroughly enjoyed working with such lively young people and look forward to my next visit"

Here are some photographs of the pupils working with Hester...

Pupils from Stepping Stones school chose to visit Thorpe Park for their end-of-term trip.

Amy, Dom, Dan and Jessica accompanied by Julie, Carol, Sahar and Jonathan had a fantastic day and thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Look at the photographs.

The Stepping Stones Activity Day was a huge success with some 210 children taking part in a variety of activities, including Scuba Diving, Sailing, Horse riding, Arts and Crafts, Trampolining, Games, Football, Tennis and lots more.

Watch the film showing the activities and the children who take part in a wide range of new challenges.

Take a look at some of the photographs of the day.

...and listen to podcasts of children on the day reflecting on the activities they have done. We also captured some thought from parents and helpers.

Larry Sullivan said...

"Another magnificent day. Two hundred children and all trying at least one new activity from scuba diving to sailing via many other activities. Massive thanks to all the helpers/trainers who give their time and expertise selflessly. Thanks also to the tremendous support from Oasis and their ever generous clients. I'm sure the momentum will continue to our 7th Annual event in June 2007."

Jo Franklin, Oasis (main sponsor of this event) commented...

"The Stepping Stones Hemi Activity day, now in it's 6th year is an event that touches an ever increasing number of people, all contributing to making the day success in a way that is both relevant and enjoyable to them.

It is now the 5th year that OASIS has sponsored this popular event and every year the event both exhausts me (in a good way) and humbles me. The courage that the children and their families show in the face of varying degrees of adversity is simply overwhelming to come to realise. The clear enjoyment to be seen on the children's faces as they experience new activities or meet new friends that make them feel less alone, makes our every efforts so worthwhile.

The contribution of our clients, suppliers and associates and the OASIS team help to enhance the day, we play a small but important part, and this year their support was particularly generous for which I extend my wholehearted thanks to all. The biggest well done of course to the Stepping Stones team and each and every helper on the day."