This page is dedicated to the memory of one of our very special children.  In Sampford Arundel Primary School we say that we are very much like a family. This allows us to work closely with the children and really explore who they are and what their many talents are.

This was never more true than for one little girl, Harper Karaline Pumfrey. 

Harper entered into our Preschool like a whirlwind - dynamic - full of energy - sweeping everyone and everything up in her path.  If ever there was a child to defy the laws of physics, it would be her as many times she tried.

As she moved into Class One she encountered Reading, Writing and Maths with her own unique take on each.  She worked hard, when she chose, whilst she carefully considered her next attempt to defy gravity. 

At the front of our school there is the Victorian door, the old entrance to the school.  She was caught lassoing the apex of the roof with a skipping rope and attempting to climb up it.  Her attempt was really quite a good one - her name is to be engraved on a brick at the height she got to - our stonemason is not quite sure how he is going to engrave one so high!

Once she entered Class Two her artistic talents truly grew and she was able to showcase them with more confidence.  She also learnt the art of debate, often this was around the key Maths skills such as Multiplication and fractions, however, with a wry smile she persevered.

Our thoughts and hearts remain with Lee, Heidi, Keeley, Logan and Reuben, forever part of our Sampford family.

Thank you for being a wonderful part of our school family.  You will never be forgotten.

 

It is my pleasure to announce that the recipient of the first Harper Pumphrey Arts Award for this year is Paul. 

We introduced this trophy in Harper's name as amongst her many talents of defying the forces of nature, Harper was the most fantastic Artist, Singer and Actress.  

Paul has been awarded this trophy for his wonderfully talented drawing.  His ability to turn any project into a graphic novel is second to none and his kindness in teaching others this special skill will never be forgotten.  Well done Paul!