leigh academy paddock wood 

Last weekend the Phoenix Dancers lit up the stage like Christmas lights at Paddock Wood Lights Up. They were true professionals despite such crazy weather and brought epic moves to kick start Christmas. Well done Phoenix superstars, you are unstoppable!! 

Alfie completed his 1 mile swim and then completed his 2000 metres last Sunday.  This works out as 80 lengths of the pool and swimming non stop for an hour! Well done Alfie we are super proud of you!

For being a risk taker this week. You have attempted your work with a positive attitude even when it has been challenging and completed the daunting task of performing with your band in the  Rocksteady concert.

For your fantastic focus and effort during our art sessions this week. You used perspective in your drawing making the buildings disappear into the skyline. You listened brilliantly to feedback and were determined to make it the best it could be. Nice one Tommy.

For being reflective and willing to take risks with your learning. You have overcome challenges this week with your maths. Well done keep it up!

Your confident approach in maths this week has shown that you are becoming more knowledgeable and a risk taker with your learning. It was great to see you contribute in class when learning about equivalent fractions, without any worries about making mistakes and independently using resources to help you.

For the dedicated approach to his writing. Edmund has really shown good discipline in improving his work and being a principled learner. 

For being a knowledgeable and reflective learner with your writing this week. You have thought carefully about how to edit and improve your work- taking great pride in the pieces you produce. Keep up the excellent learning!

Dougie has impressed us so much this week with his caring and principled attitude towards his writing.  He has included lovely details and descriptions in his narrative about Boudicca's rebellion and focussed on conferencing to improve his work further.  Great attitude Dougie!  Keep it up!

Ella has been reflective in her writing throughout the term and Mr  James has noticed a huge improvement in the overall quality. Her use of fronted adverbials and descriptive language has brought the narrative to life. 

For being a reflective learner, carefully considering his own ideas and experiences - well done Teddy!

For being a reflective learner during maths. You have tried very hard. Well done Oscar!

For being an excellent communicator when sharing his model of an earthquake with the  class. 

Evelyn has been a risk taker this week! From showing her bravery when she was worried, to thinking outside the box in her writing, Evelyn has been trying new things. She has shared some ideas no one else thought of because of this risk taking. Well done Evelyn!

For being a risk-taker. You have had a really good week and you have shown pride in what you have produced, which is always a good thing! Well done.

Clara, Josephine, Ashley, Eshaana, Blossom, Astrid

"These Queens intend to shape their historical period to be one where no Queen has to dance alone." 

Well done to you all for your incredible inquiry homework piece. You worked very hard and your dance showcases this. 

For being principled this week. He has shown consistent positive behaviours both inside and outside the classroom. He even received a reward from our school council for his kindness on the playground. Well done Orson!

For being extremely knowledgeable throughout our recent inquiry. You have portrayed a wonderful understanding of materials and their properties. You could identify different materials around our school grounds and then describe each of their properties. It has been wonderful to hear you confidently share your knowledge with others.  Well done Lily; I am very proud of you! 

You have been a fantastic risk taker this week! Your confidence when speaking your line in our Christmas performance has really grown. You speak so clearly and comfortably, it is lovely to see! Well done for stepping outside of your comfort zone!

You have been a great caring and thinking member of our class. It is clear to see that you have built strong friendships with kindness and you are thinking of all things positive as well as working on your self-management and communication skills to help us support you best. Well done!

For being a knowledgeable learner this week. He has been applying his phonic knowledge to his writing and doing a fantastic job. Well done!

For being a principled thinker! Austin has shown off his positive mindset and sensible decision making this week whilst preparing for our Nativity. Through a busy time of year, he has followed instructions really well and helped his friends along the way. Great work!

For being a caring member of Phoenix class. You always check your friends are happy and play kindly with them. We are so lucky to have you in our class!