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This week our Y11 and Y13 students officially left for study leave… but before they went, they reminded us what makes TGS special 💙 In true TGS style, Mia and Summer turned up in fancy dress as none other than our legendary caretaker, Mel 😂🔧 Safe to say we’ve never seen so many “Mels” in one place at the same time… and honestly, the resemblance is worrying 😅 Good luck to all our students in your exams — although we’re slightly concerned the real Mel may now be impossible to identify around school 👷‍♂️👏

🌊🐠 Deep-Sea Divers Day – what an amazing way to start the term! 🐠🌊 Years 3, 4 and 5 made a real splash as they dived into our exciting Deep-Sea Divers Day! From mastering underwater-style communication skills to bravely exploring the mysterious blackout trench, our young explorers showed fantastic teamwork, curiosity and confidence throughout the day. The children were fascinated as they examined our ecosystem jar, taking a closer look at marine life and learning about the delicate balance that exists beneath the ocean’s surface. To finish, pupils put their creativity to the test by designing their very own bioluminescent sea creatures, inspired by real deep-sea animals. A fun, immersive and memorable learning experience for all – well done, divers! 🌊👏

🍫✨ What a sweet way to end our ‘Chocolate’ topic! ✨🍫 Our Year 1 and Year 2 children had a fantastic time taking part in a special Chocolate Experience Day at school. Throughout the day, they learned a variety of chocolate-making techniques and got hands-on creating their own delicious treats, including truffles, chocolate bark, and chocolate fudge. The children loved getting creative by personalising their bark and truffles with their own unique touches. 🍬 To finish the day, everyone carefully packaged their goodies in beautiful, fancy wrapping—ready to take home and share (if they didn’t eat them first! 😄). Each child also received a cookery book, so they can recreate their tasty treats at home and continue developing their new skills. Well done to all our budding chocolatiers! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

If you received your primary school place offer today and didn’t get your first choice, there are still options to explore. At Thetford Grammar School, we would be delighted to speak with families who are considering alternative Reception places for September. We offer a nurturing environment, small class sizes, and a strong focus on helping every child grow in confidence and ability from the very start of their school journey. If you would like to find out more about what TGS has to offer, or arrange a visit, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Welcome back to Thetford Grammar School! We hope you all had a fantastic half term and are feeling refreshed, recharged, and ready for the exciting weeks ahead. Let’s make this term full of learning, achievements, and great memories. Here’s to a strong start and a successful term for everyone! 📚