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We Praise You God – Year 4 performing a dance for Gaudete Sunday

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The season of Advent is a time of expectation and preparation for Christmas, as well as remembering that Jesus will come again at the end of the world, as he promised.  Children learnt that the third Sunday of Advent is called ‘Gaudete Sunday’.  Gaudete is a Latin word for Rejoice.  It is meant to be a break midway through the season of Advent.  It encourages and reminds people of the nearness of Jesus’ coming.  On Gaudete Sunday, you will often hear the word rejoice.

Year 4 listened to the Scripture from Phillipians then sang the hymn ‘Rejoice in the Lord Always’ based on that Scripture.  They were then given the music and lyrics to John Burland’s hymn ‘We Praise You God’ and performed a dance to it.

You God’ then performed a dance to it.

Year 3 & 4 Christmas Party

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Children in Years 3 and 4 enjoyed a fantastic day yesterday with the pantomime in the morning and their Christmas party in the afternoon.

Here are some images of them dancing, playing party games and tucking into their snacks!

A fun-filled party for Years 5 and 6!

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Year 2 Writers

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The talented writers and illustrators in Year 2 took part in the Young Writers Monster Writing Competition. Their incredible work impressed the judges so much that it was chosen to be published! Each child received a certificate and a bookmark to celebrate their achievement, and their work will be published in the New Year once parental consent has been given.

Year 1 Infant Party

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This afternoon, the Infant Christmas Party was full of festive cheer! Year 1 enjoyed fun activities, music, and treats, creating a wonderful start to the Christmas week.

Nursery Nativity

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Look at us all dressed up for our Nativity play. Don’t we all look fabulous!

Y3 Celebration of the Word

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Well done to Year 3 who shared a lovely class celebration of the word together today.

Y3 Skipping Into Christmas!!

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All of Year 3 enjoyed a fantastic Skipping festival today!

Everyone enjoyed learning a variety of individual, pairs and team skipping skills. Meanwhile, there was a wonderful backdrop of Christmas music playing to encourage everyone  and to get us into the festive spirit.

Thank you to our fantastic parent helpers who supported the children by swinging ropes and bringing plenty of festive cheer!

Year 1 Christingle Celebration

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Year 1 have been learning all about Christingles and what each part represents. The orange reminds us of the world. The red ribbon represents the blood of Christ and His sacrifice for us. The sweets symbolise God’s gifts and the fruits of the earth. Finally, the candle reminds us that Jesus is the Light of the World.

After making our own Christingles, we gathered in the school hall for a special Celebration of the Word by candlelight. It was a beautiful moment to reflect on the meaning of Advent and Christmas, and to share the light of Jesus with others.

The children even made extra Christingles to give as gifts to other classes, spreading hope, joy, and peace throughout our school community.

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