On Wednesday 25th May, one of our parents and her colleague, who are veterinary nurses came to school as part of the PSHE curriculum ‘Caring for animals in the environment. The children enjoyed learning about how veterinary practices work and support families with pets to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle and the importance of … Read More
EYFS, Y1 & 2 off-site sports
Tuesday 17th May the EYFS, year one and year two pupils made the short journey, via mini-bus, to Ashbourne Leisure Centre for a sports extravaganza. The children were so excited when they left in the morning and they all reported what a wonderful time they had had on their return. It is wonderful to … Read More
Beresford Dale
[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”70″ gal_title=”Beresford Dale”] On Monday 16th May the whole school visited Beresford Dale as part of the school’s application for the ‘Ambassador Award’. The National Park rangers Rose and Julie led this session with staff support. After many dry days the heavens decided to open on our visit, fortunately it was warm and didn’t … Read More
End of Key stage 2 SATS
Yipee! SATS are over! The school celebrated with cup cakes for the whole school with our year 6 pupil, at the helm, on the final day of tests. The results will be announced in July.
Mega Athletics
On Monday 9th May the EYFS, year 1 and year 2 children, combined with Biggin as the traditional ‘BiggHarts’ to take part in a Mega Athletics event at Parwich cricket ground hosted by Primary Stars. This also involved children from other local primary schools as part of the inter sport competition schedule. The children and … Read More
Orienteering
Following the installation of an orienteering course in the school grounds with a more challenging course at Hartington Youth Hostel the key stage 2 pupils are enjoying undertaking activities and challenges during the summer term. This will help to develop key map reading skills, team work, communication, co-operation and leadership qualities. A pupil quoted when … Read More
Seed Planting
On Tuesday 3rd May, as part of the school’s ‘Wild Flower Project’ Mrs Broomhead came to support and help the children plant their seeds, in trays and the new vegetable plot. Wild flowers are part of the vegetable plot regime as they help to attract the pollinating insects needed for a successful crop. They planted … Read More