Thank you! 🎉

As we reach the end of Summer 1, I want to take a moment to celebrate what has been a truly wonderful half term . Our pupils have shown incredible enthusiasm for their learning, and it's been a joy to see them grow in confidence and curiosity.

Looking ahead to Summer 2, we have so much to look forward to! Our annual Sports Day will be a highlight – a chance for every child to shine, challenge themselves, and celebrate the power of teamwork and perseverance. 

This term will also bring exciting learning opportunities through our planned trips and visits. From exploring new places to welcoming visitors from near and far, these experiences will enrich our curriculum and spark meaningful conversations both in school and at home. Each adventure has been carefully planned to connect with what your children are learning in the classroom and to bring their learning to life.

For our Year 6 pupils, we have special transition workshops designed to prepare them for their next exciting chapter at secondary school. These sessions will help build their confidence and ensure they feel ready for the opportunities ahead. All year groups will also take part in transition sessions, giving every child the chance to reflect on their achievements this year and prepare for their new class in September.

We're also delighted to welcome work experience pupils into our school community this term. This gives our children wonderful role models and provides valuable learning opportunities for young people considering careers in education.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Have a restful half term, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for what promises to be a fantastic final half term of the year.

Big question: Ask your child: What are you most looking forward to in our final term together? 💭

Over the half-term break, a simple way to support this learning at home is to play a “Robot Directions” game. One person acts as the robot while the other gives instructions such as:

“Take 3 steps forwards”

“Turn a quarter turn clockwise”

“Move backwards two steps”

“Turn anticlockwise”

You could also create obstacle courses around the house and challenge your child to guide you through using precise positional language. These fun activities are a great way to help cement their understanding while building confidence with mathematical vocabulary.

This week, Eagle Class took part in an Into University session where they explored a wide range of future careers and learned about the different pathways people can take to achieve their goals. The children worked collaboratively in groups to brainstorm ideas about different jobs and discuss the skills and qualities needed for each role. They were then challenged to match careers to a variety of pictures and clues, encouraging them to think carefully about the responsibilities and environments linked to different professions. Throughout the session, the children showed excellent teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills, while also developing a greater understanding of the exciting opportunities available to them in the future.

✨ What's on offer:

• Board games, card games and team challenges

• Make new friends across year groups

• Develop problem-solving and teamwork skills

• Supervised by Mr Akeem

Perfect for all abilities – everyone's welcome!