Thanks to our talented LSAs, the Learning Souk was once again transformed with marvellous decorations that captured the essence of each festival. These displays sparked curiosity and wonder in our young learners, adding another layer of exploration and discovery to their experiences.

Throughout the week, the children were afforded unique opportunities to develop their sense of international mindedness and global citizenship. Each morning, the entire school gathered to celebrate elements that are common across all festivals; fashion, song, and dance. It was wonderful to see the incredible talents of our children, parents, and even professional dancers from the Classic Music and Arts Institute, as they showcased their artistry. 

Our specialist teachers created an engaging carousel of activities designed to deepen the children’s understanding of festivals. Across six zones - dance, music, language, inquiry, games, and craft- students explored different aspects of global celebrations. Each activity provided hands-on learning experiences that encouraged children to connect with and appreciate diverse cultures.

The week culminated in a thrilling whole-school Kahoot quiz, where children and parents tested their powers of observation and understanding. The energy in the hall was electric as teams eagerly competed, demonstrating just how much they had learned. Finally, we rounded off the festivities with a shared picnic on the field, where we sampled culinary delights from around the world - a perfect and tasty way to celebrate the richness of cultures through food.

A massive thank you goes out to all the focal parents and supporting parents who dedicated their time and energy to making each assembly an unforgettable experience. Your efforts were instrumental in bringing this wonderful celebration to life! International Week was truly a testament to the power of community, learning, and cultural appreciation!

The Sensory Garden is full of exciting elements to awaken all of your senses. You can listen to the gentle sound of wind chimes, smell the wonderful aromas from the herb garden, and feel the different textures along the walking trail. Soon, we will also be adding a water feature, which will bring a calming sound of flowing water to the garden.

This new space is a perfect place to relax, take a break, and enjoy nature. Thee are now more shaded seating areas, a chalk board to express yourself and an outdoor library. Children have also made bird boxes and noughts and crosses games from sustainable resources to enhance the experience. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the secret fairy gardens too!

A massive thank you to the Student Council for their hard work and creativity in bringing this wonderful idea to life!

Ms Naomi and Ms Hayley

Guidelines

• All items must be good quality.  If you would not be happy for your child to bring the item home, please don’t send it in.

• A combination of no more than 5 items total.  For example, 2 books, 2 toys, and 1 fashion accessory/costume. 

• Fashion accessories include hats, handbags, backpacks, scarves, belts.  No swimwear or undergarments. 

• A parent must accompany children at all times. 

• Any unclaimed items will be donated to a PDO approved charity. 

Focusing on collaboration and communication, students were encouraged to read with expression and appropriate intonation and it is fair to say our younger students were captivated by the story-telling. Teaming up with across the school allows for increased collaboration. By encouraging children to read aloud, this opportunity promotes not just reading as a skill, but also as an enjoyable interactive activity for all ages. 

Whether they were guiding the classes around the field or leading activity stations, they showed great patience and kindness. Showcasing effective communication, it was wonderful to hear the Y5s cheering on the younger children, offering encouragement and praise when needed. Their positive attitude helped build confidence in the younger students, making the day even more enjoyable for everyone.  They were a tremendous help, demonstrating a high level of teamwork and leadership that will hold them in excellent stead next year, when they will be required to help out for the MP1 and MP2 sport days! 

In the sand, little hands eagerly dug for buried treasure, using magic rods and scoops to uncover hidden surprises. Over at the water area, we had so much fun building a mini slide for our tiny minibeasts, sending them splashing down again and again. It was a morning full of laughter, wonder, and hands-on fun!