William Barcroft Junior School

'Success and happiness for all'

Message from the Principal:

Good afternoon everyone and welcome to this week’s newsletter. As always, we have lots to share with you as it’s been a packed fortnight. Year 5 have been out at Clee Academy having a fabulous time learning about space, year 4 have enjoyed their trips to Brigg Heritage Centre, year 6 have really impressed during their art day and year 3 have been busy with mummification just to name a few! As you know we have also had our Ofsted inspection this week. Unfortunately, there are strict rules about when we can share the outcome with you, so as soon as we are able we will share the outcome and full report. Fingers crossed this will be before the summer break.

You should have received a text this morning to say that due to the weather forecast we have taken the decision to allow the children to come to school in PE kit on Monday. Please ensure they have sun cream and hats as the temperatures are predicted to soar.

On Thursday and Friday next week we will have our transition days where the children will spend the two days with their new classteachers in preparation for September. Our new year 2 pupils will be joining us on Friday too. A reminder to year 6 pupils that on secondary transition days, pupils go straight to their new schools and do not attend our school on those days.

Next week we will be sending out the form for you to tell us if you require enrichment club places on Friday afternoons from September. Please look out for this and return

asap so that we can ensure everyone has what they need well ahead of the summer break.

We have delivered a safety assembly regarding armed forces this weekend and asked children to confirm with parents the emergency plans if they were to get lost. We have also discussed sun and beach safety, so hopefully this will help everyone to have a fabulous and safe weekend. Please enjoy looking at what the children have been up to and have a lovely weekend everyone.

S Sargent

Principal

If you child is absent, please contact the school office via telephone rather than the enquires email so that we can log your child's absence before the registers close.

Attendance Achievements Year To Date

Since September 2024, we have an incredible 149 pupils with 97% attendance or more which is an amazing achievement. From this figure, an astounding 35 children still have 100%!

Over the last 3 years, our overall school attendance has improved by 2%, with our SEND pupils attendance improving by 3%. In the last year, our persistent absences are also down by 2%. Because of these improvements, our children have been able to access a wide range of learning at school including visitor workshops based around our curriculum and have even had the opportunity to take part in our future careers experience days throughout the year.

Thank you for your continued support and as always, if you have any questions regarding your child's attendance, please contact the school office.

Year 3 and 4 Learning Showcases

Wednesday 9th July - Year 4 - 9.15am

Thursday 10th July - Year 3 - 9.15am

Year 5 Graduation Assembly

Monday 7th July - 9.15am

Year 6 Leavers Assembly

Friday 18th July - 9:15am

Summer Term 2

Tuesday 8th July - Year 6 results day

Tuesday 8th July - Road safety assembly by Humberside Fire and Rescue

Wednesday 9th July - Year 6 beach trip

Friday 11th July - talent showcase

Friday 11th July - Year 5 sleepover at school

Friday 11th July - Reports to parents

Monday 14th July - Money week

Monday 14th July - Year 6 leavers party

Tuesday 15th July - The Greatest Showman Production

Wednesday 16th July - Behaviour treat trip

Thursday 17th July - Summer fayre - PM

Friday 18th July - Last day of term - 2pm finish

General Information

Please do not ride bikes and scooters on the school grounds, this is for children and adults. This is for the safety of our children, thank you.
Please note, electric scooters are not allowed on the school site due to health and safety regulations and not having the facilities to store them in school.
Please do not bring pets onto the school site due to health and safety regulations. This includes picking up from after school clubs.

PE kit MUST be brought to school on your child's PE days,

Year 3 and Year 5 will have PE Tuesday and Thursday

Year 4 and Year 6 will have PE Monday and Wednesday

WBJS Newsround

YEAR 3

Year 3 has been abuzz with fascinating new learning this week! In Science, the children have become budding botanists, investigating the clever ways plants spread their seeds through seed dispersal. They've been exploring how different seeds are adapted for wind, water, or even animal dispersal – a truly eye-opening experience! Our Maths lessons have seen them become data detectives, learning all about bar charts and how to accurately draw and interpret them to represent information. It's fantastic to see their analytical skills developing! And perhaps most memorably, in History, they've delved into the mysteries of Ancient Egypt, with a particularly hands-on (and perhaps slightly messy!) exploration of how to mummify an Egyptian. These diverse and engaging activities are truly bringing their curriculum to life!

YEAR 4

Last week, year 4 went on an exciting trip to the Brigg Heritage Centre to learn and explore about the Romans. The children had a wonderful day and were praised for their amazing attitudes whilst being there.

In school we have been learning about Roman settlements and have explored the city of Lincoln.

Whilst learning geography, we have been comparing the region of Campania with our own region in the UK. We now know that we both have coastlines but only Campania is home to volcanoes.

YEAR 5

This week we have been to Clee Academy for a taster day as part of their support into secondary school.

We have been planning our character and setting description for our magical stories!

In maths we have been converting units of measure, such as kg into g and ml into l.

In science we have been looking at dissolving. We conducted a science experiment to see if cold or warm water would dissolve the skittles the quickest.

YEAR 6

What a fantastic week of discovery we've had! In Science, the children have been absolutely captivated by the rainforests, exploring the fascinating animals that call them home and understanding the distinct layers of this incredible ecosystem.

We've also delved into the world of classification, learning how scientists group different living things – it's been wonderful to see their curious minds at work!

Our Art Day was a vibrant splash of creativity, with the children mastering water colour techniques and honing their blending skills. These artistic endeavors are not just for fun; they're also a brilliant preparation for our upcoming exploration into typography.

Weekly Home Reads

In school, we celebrate our reading success and the children with a significant reading milestone. We identify those children with 'Reading Certificates' for our rewards:

Bronze award - 150 reads

Silver award - 200 reads

Gold award - 250 reads

Diamond award - 300+ reads

These children are celebrated in the 'Star of the Week' assembly with a personalised certificate and given a corresponding badge to wear with pride!

sports day

What a fantastic two Sports Days we had last week! It was truly wonderful to see all our children participate with such enthusiasm and demonstrate incredible sportsmanship. From the thrilling sprint races to the joyful beanbag toss, every event was filled with smiles, cheers, and admirable effort. We were particularly impressed with how the children encouraged each other, celebrated successes, and showed resilience, even when things didn't go quite to plan. A huge thank you to all the staff for their hard work in organising such a memorable event, and to our wonderful parents and carers who came along to support and cheer. The atmosphere was electric, and it was a real testament to our thriving school community.

Brigg Heritage centre - y4

Last week we went to Brigg Hertigage Centre where we made mosaics, Roman shields and helmets, completed an archeological dig to find Roman artefacts and recreated Hadrians wall. The children had a fantastic day and were praised tremendously for their politeness and enthusiasm by the staff at the heritage centre.

Well done year 4!

Grimsby Town Foundation

On Friday our 'Social Action' team attended Blundell Park as part of their work with the Grimsby Town Foundation. It was noted how respectful our children were and how well they represented our school whilst out in the community.

clee academy reading challenge - Y5/y6

Last week, pupils from Years 5 and 6 took part in an exciting Reading Challenge hosted by Cleethorpes Academy — and what a fantastic time they had!

The event was designed to spark a love for reading through fun activities, quizzes, and team challenges. The children were fully immersed and engaged throughout the afternoon. It was a great opportunity for them to work together, think creatively, and, most importantly, enjoy reading in a whole new way.

Teachers and staff praised the enthusiasm shown by all the pupils, and many children said they enjoyed participating in the challenge. The event not only celebrated reading but also encouraged teamwork, confidence, and curiosity.

A big thank you to Cleethorpes Academy for hosting such a brilliant event!

space workshop - y5

The children were lucky enough to experience a taster day at Clee Academy all about Space! However the day wasn't completely about science, they also got to get involved with some PE, DT and music too - some inspiration from which may appear in our next showcase. The Y5 children had a fantastic day, getting to work with peers across the year group, and impressed Clee Academy staff with their engagement, maturity and the outcomes they produced. Students really enjoyed the practicality of the lessons, especially having a little alien friend they could all take home with them - teachers too!

singing festival

Eighteen excited children gathered, their voices buzzing with anticipation for the annual singing festival. Each performance was filled with enthusiasm and passion which was a delight to see. The festival was a true celebration of youthful talent, fostering a love for music and creating unforgettable memories for everyone involved.

Follow this link to visit the safeguarding section of our website, and for a copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy. https://wba.harbourlearningtrust.com/our-academy/safeguarding/

Mini Police

Our recent Mini Police session was a truly insightful experience for the children, especially as they engaged in a thoughtful discussion about diversity. With the guidance of our local police support, the children explored what makes each of us unique, recognizing and celebrating differences in culture, background, and personal characteristics.

In 2024 alone, 249 lives were lost to accidental drowning across the UK and Ireland.

The Humber region is a stunning place to explore, with its beautiful coastline, rivers and lakes. But water can be unpredictable and dangerous. Even on a warm, sunny day, the water remains very cold - cold-water shock can have deadly consequences.

Remember: Float to Live

If you’re in trouble in the water:

Tilt your head back, keeping ears submerged

Relax and breathe normally

Spread arms and legs to stay afloat

Once calm, call for help or swim to safety

Water safety tips:

Follow warning and safety signs

Let someone know where you’re going if heading out alone

Watch out for slip or trip hazards near water

Stay clear of unstable riverbanks and cliff edges

If someone falls into deep water:

Call 999 immediately for emergency help

Use the What3Words app to share your exact location

Never enter the water to try to save someone.

water safety

School Nursing Team Visit

The school nursing team visited our school this week to deliver an assembly around the effects of vaping. Thank you for coming to our school to speak to the children

Compass Go Transition Workshops

Compass go where in school this week delivering a workshop to all of our year 6 cohort to help with transitioning to secondary school. Thank you to Shaun for coming into our school and helping our children with any worries they have on their next step in their school journey.

Fostering bright futures

Change the life of a local child, be a foster carer. Enquire today Fostering in North East Lincolnshire | NELC

As a foster friendly school, we want to raise awareness of the need for local foster carers to come forward in the area. If you think you can make a positive difference to a child’s life, enquire today. Fostering in North East Lincolnshire | NELC https://youtu.be/sNXx6dycp3Y

Online Safety

For Parents - Webinar - Understanding and Safeguarding Children's use of AI Chatbots

Internet Matters are putting on a free webinar for parents to examine their findings in their latest report about how children in the UK are engaging with AI chatbots including the risks and opportunities. This would be a really worthwhile webinar for parents to attend, it will be taking place on 17th July at 1100 and parents can register HERE.

For all SEND enquiries please contact Mrs Asher our school SENDCO.

NELPCF are very excited to share the news that we are holding our very first NELPCF Family Fun Day! Date: Saturday 26th July Time: 11am-3pm Place: Carr Lane Social Club.