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On Tuesday 19th July the children performed their end of year musical performance. The songs were all taught by Rachel Wilkes from Music Partnership during their 5 weeks of music curriculum for both class 1 and class 2 children. The repertoire of songs ranged from Raps, traditional African melody’s, friendship tunes with Makaton sign language … Read More

The final Collective Worship for this academic year was held in St Giles Church on Thursday 14th July in front of parents, governors and members from the local community. The children presented the entirety of the service presenting work undertaken and complete throughout the year. They were very proud to share with the congregation their … Read More

[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”76″ gal_title=”Willow weaving 2022″] Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th saw Sally from Willow Weaving visit the school again to undertake willow weaving with the children.  During the sessions the children created another tree to adorn the playground fence also a rabbit, owl and fox. The children also wove leaves for the trees and made … Read More

On Friday 8th July the children entertained the parents, governors and members of the community with a display of dances around the May Pole. This took place in the village hall. Members of the community kindly baked cakes and scones in order to provide refreshments for the audience, which we are very grateful for.   … Read More

On Thursday 7th July the year 6/5 pupils undertook an outing of their choice to the ‘Deception Escape Rooms’ in Matlock escorted by Mrs Flower & Mrs Teeboon. The session tested their skills for unraveling  clues and keeping their nerve during frightening moments! Sophia was heard to say “Why didn’t I choose the Santa Claus  … Read More

On Wednesday 6th July the year 3,4 and 5 children undertook their level one bikeability in the school yard under the watchful eye of Nichola Dick. This involved learning how to check that their bike was road worthy prior to a journey, checking the tyres, brakes, chain and handlebars. It also included skills like braking … Read More

  This term we are pleased to invite Rachel Wilkes back  into school to undertake singing with class 1 and class 2. Then they will come together for a musical performance  on Tuesday 19th July in school. As part of the singing they are learning Makaton signs to help enhance the lyrics.    

On Wednesday 29th June, PC Sarah Dufton, visited school to deliver E-Safety and Stranger Danger to Class 1. They were introduced to the story of Jessica and her two friend who attend school. They talked about how sharing pictures and videos with friends who can then share it with people they don’t know.  She also … Read More

On Monday 27th June during the afternoon a Fire Safety officer visited school as part of the PSHE curriculum. She delivered important life saving skills to children in class 1 and class 2 regarding what to do if there was a fire in their home or the school. These sessions were delivered through practical tasks, … Read More

We are always very pleased to welcome Sarah and Julie the facilitators who deliver the Nurture sessions within school. These are an integral part of the school’s ‘Well-Being Program’ to promote children’s mental health and wellbeing, cognitive, social, emotional and personal development. The children participate in a wide range of activities and opportunities to promote … Read More