Over the past few weeks in EYFS, the children have been actively developing their team-building and problem-solving skills. They have made excellent use of the outdoor area, working together and exploring new challenges. The children are also very excited and are eagerly looking forward to welcoming the chicks and butterflies in the coming weeks. 

Year 1 have started a new Art topic about buildings. We walked around the school grounds to find different types of buildings, including The Nest, The Aviary and houses. Then, we sketched some of these buildings. We made sure to include lots of different features, including windows, lights and even door numbers! 

Year 4 Get Creative with Photo Editing!

This term in Computing, Year 4 have been exploring the world of photo editing using Canva. The children have learned how to safely download and upload copyright-free images, crop and rotate photographs, adjust colours and, importantly, discuss the ethical considerations of editing images.

They have thoroughly enjoyed enhancing photos using the wide range of tools available, with a particular highlight over the past two weeks being the use of Canva’s AI features to create imaginative new backgrounds.

The results have been impressive- we may well have some future photographers and designers in the making! 

Cooking up a Storm!

Year 5 have successfully wrapped up their “Sow, Farm and Grow” topic with a hands-on and delicious finale. As part of their learning, the children designed and made their own soups using a variety of seasonal vegetables. They developed important food preparation skills, including chopping and peeling, while learning about healthy ingredients and where food comes from. The highlight of the project was, of course, taste-testing their creations, with pupils evaluating flavours and celebrating their efforts. It was a fantastic way to bring their topic to life and build confidence in the kitchen. 

On Wednesday 22nd April, the Belswains Ospreys football team proudly represented the school in the league cup final after a fantastic semi-final victory over Galley Hill Primary.

It was a tense and thrilling match against St Thomas More, with excellent football played by both teams. At half time, the score stood at 2–1 to St Thomas More, despite a brilliant goal from Max (Y5H). The Ospreys showed incredible determination and refused to give up. A superb free kick from Logan (Y6F), struck from 20 yards into the top left corner, brought the excitement soaring- and he went on to score again! Despite their tremendous effort, the final whistle blew with a score of 4-3 to the opposition.

We are immensely proud of the Ospreys, who are the first Belswains team in a very long time to reach a final. What an incredible achievement!

A heartfelt thank you goes to all the parents who transport and support our football teams- without you, these opportunities would not be possible. And finally, a special thank you to Mr Makwada, Miss Bradbury and Mr Wheeler for all of their hard work in coaching and travelling with the teams. Belswains are so lucky to have you all! 

We are already looking forward to the 2026/27 season in September with our Ospreys, Buzzards and Harriers.
Go Belswains!