Belswains News

Friday 9th May 2025

VE Day Celebations

This week, we celebrated the 80th anniversary of VE Day in style. All pupils and staff made an incredible effort to dress up, and parents beautifully decorated the playground with bunting. The entire school enjoyed a fabulous afternoon tea party, complete with music, 400 children dancing 'The Lambeth Dance' in pairs, performance by Isabella and delicious treats. The photos and videos truly don't do it justice, but with the sun shining on us, we had the most incredible afternoon.

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs Attanasio and our brilliant team for all their hard work.

Reception

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Year 5

Year 6

Bikeability

This week, our Year 5 pupils have been learning how to travel safely by bike in our local community.

After taking part in Bikeability, children become more confident and better at responding to risks. As a result, more children choose to cycle to school, which helps to improve their mental health and wellbeing.

Cycling allows children to get more out of their time in the classroom by increasing attention span and engagement. Healthier habits lead to better attendance and improved academic results.

Clubs

Football

Last week, our Year 3 and Year 4 took part in a football tournament with other local schools, showcasing their talent and skills.

Despite the hot temperatures, our teams battled hard, scoring goals and winning an amazing 10 out of 12 games!

The children were awarded medals for their outstanding teamwork and incredible performances.

Thank you Miss Bradbury for organising the teams and taking our pupils to represent Belswains in the tournaments!

Celebration Assembly

Congratulations to all the pupils who received a certificate in assembly, staff have noticed you doing something above and beyond!

Reception Robins Muhammad-Arsalan for fantastic improvement and effort in his writing in phonics.

Reception Robins Isabelle for trying hard in phonics and using her sounds.

Reception Sparrows Kaiya for sitting beautifully on the carpet and ready to learn.

Reception Sparrows Lottie for writing a brilliant sentence independently using her phonics.

Year 1 Goldcrests Harry for expanding his sentences in English.

Year 1 Goldcrests Rudi for working so hard on his 2s, 5s and 10s.

Year 1 Firecrests Joshil for creating some great art for World Earth Day.

Year 1 Firecrests Ro for working hard to improve his handwriting.

Year 2 Starlings William for great work sorting invertebrates in science.

Year 2 Starlings Ted for demonstrating a good attitude to school.

Year 2 Swifts Zacky for excellent work in phonics.

Year 2 Swifts Filip for his excellent research about a monarch for homework.

Year 3 Jays Joseph for engaging enthusiastically in our new ‘Romans’ topic.

Year 3 Jays Charlie for being very respectful and sensible during the VE day celebrations.

Year 3 Redwings Luca for great attitude towards his learning.

Year 3 Redwings Nathan For his participation in VE day.

Year 4 Owls Olivia for using great emotional vocabulary in her English work.

Year 4 Owls Antonio for his amazing explanations.

Year 4 Nightingales Amelia for having an amazing first full week and settling really well.

Year 4 Nightingales Kiara for applying her D&T sewing skills to make a lovely piece of bunting for VE day.

Year 5 Eagles Logan for an excellent character description.

Year 5 Eagles Anik for always being really kind to his friends and classmates.

Year 5 Hawks Harvey for really working on his handwriting, spelling and presentation.

Year 5 Hawks Mia for showing excellent focus this term and being a kind and supportive learning partner.

Year 6 Red Kites Bella for a great improvement in her maths.

Year 6 Red Kites Owen for always giving 100% in everything he does.

Netball player of the match

29th April - Evie for being focused throughout the game and for consistently acting on feedback.

6th May - Alex for being a determined and consistent player who is eager to win.

Diary Dates

Monday 12th May

Year 6 SATs Week

Thursday 15th May

Reception at Bekonscot Model Village

Friday 16th May

Year 1 Firecrests Class Assembly (14.45)

Monday 19th May

Y3 Verulamium Trip

Tuesday 20th May

Y1 Trip - British Schools Museum

Wednesday 21st May

Y4 Egyptian Workshop

Thursday 22nd May

Y6 Parent Meeting re Residential Trip

Friday 23rd May

Year 3 Redwings Class Assembly (14.45)

Monday 26th May to Friday 30th May

Half Term Break (School Closed)

Monday 2nd June

Children Return for Summer Term 2

Friday 13th June

Year 2 Starlings Class Assembly (14.45)

Fathers Day Sale (PTA)

Wednesday 18th June

Sports Day (Provisional Date)

Friday 20th June

Year 1 Goldcrests Class Assembly (14.45)

Friday 27th June

Year 3 Jays Class Assembly (14.45)

Colour Run (PTA)

Wednesday 2nd July

6 Year Production Evening Performance

Thursday 3rd July

6 Year Production Afternoon Performance

Friday 4th July

Reception Robins Class Assembly (14.45)

Sunday 6th July

Y6 Residential Trip

Friday 11th July

Reception Sparrows Class Assembly (14.45)

Break the Rules Day (PTA)

Thursday 17th July

Ice-cream Treat (PTA)

Friday 18th July

Last Day of Term (School Closes at 13.30)

PTA Information

🐣All the chicks have hatched!🐣

So cute! The chicks are in Reception Class but all classes have the opportunity to visit the new arrivals ♥️

Note from the PTA: If you haven't received your PAYMENT QR code for the Silent Disco (don't worry!) please contact the PTA by email PTA@belswains.herts.sch.uk