Wednesday evening, and time for “Chalfont St Giles’s Got Talent?” Opinions were divided on the question, with James M and Cooper very unsure that Talent would be found amongst their friends. While some groups diligently worked on their routines, others chose to practise through a game of football.
First up, a dance squad of Bonny, Evie M, Scarlett, Evie F and Caitlin I. Mr H decreed the act brief but skilled in its execution. Lois went on as a substitute dancer, and a longer performance unfolded, this time expanded to include clapping and singing. Mrs S declared “I don’t like it, I love it”.
Next up, Yaro representing the Ukrainian entry to CSG-vision, with his rendition of Dream On, ably assisted by backing dancer Elliot. Mrs S was struck speechless, but controversially, it was a “No” from the other Mrs S, proving yet again she is a hard woman to please. Undaunted, Yaro had another go and this time received rapturous applause.
Elise and Aditi performed a song written by Yaro and Jake, an emotional story detailing the consequences of excessive sweet consumption. Mr H was impressed with the positive audience reaction, and Mrs T thought it could become an ear-worm. Mrs S remained unimpressed. If she’d had a cabbage, she would have thrown it.
Florence, Emily and Myla created an innovative dance routine with a freestyle ending (due to a woeful lack of rehearsal time). Mrs S pressed her Golden Buzzer. Mrs T said “it’s never too early for a ten from Pen” (wrong TV show, Mrs T).
Kassi, Dylan, James E and Harry W were The Impressionists. Myla and Chloe were confused, surely they weren’t going to transform themselves into nineteenth century artists? They clarified these were impressions of the staff, but since most of their sketch involved shouting at children, it wasn’t easy to work out which teacher was which in their skit. Mrs T declared she hadn’t laughed so much all week. We couldn’t record Mrs S’s response because she was crying too much.
Caitlin G wowed the crowd with her very talented Irish Dancing, proving that CSG really does have talent. Mrs S and Mrs L both pressed their Golden Buzzers.
Last, but definitely not least, Mr H and Leah ended the show with a sketch entitled “Penguins Playing Baseball” and the crowd went mad with joy. It was definitely time for bed.
Thursday morning started with another birthday celebration as Mrs S turned 21 again (surely some mistake? Ed.).
Her present was to begin the final room inspection. Thanks, team. However, the
children excelled themselves. Mrs M was overcome with emotion at the cleanliness on display, although that could have been something to do with the cloud of Impulse and Lynx wafting on the breeze as Sam B, Harvey, Taylor, Megan and Surya scurried past. Myla, Alayna, Aditi and Jayna had written Mrs S a special birthday song, while Anya, Beatrix, Caitlin G and Harriet modified YMCA into a birthday riff. Not to be outdone, Elise produced a poem celebrating the highlights of the trip. The room scores are being tallied and the winners will be announced at Leavers’ Assembly!
Waving us off, the YHA manager said they were a pleasure to have on site, and Steve, our bus driver declared that the children were the most well behaved he’s transported in the past 7 years.
The motto of the Youth Hostel Association is “where you go changes who you become”. We wish year 6 many more happy trips that will shape who they become in the future. It’s been a pleasure sharing this week with your children.
Signing off until next time, your faithful correspondent, Lady Whistledown.
(a.k.a. Mrs Starrs)