With Christ at our side to guide us,
we shine in all that we do.
On Monday night, our wonderful year 6’s enjoyed their school Leavers’ Disco.
We had the great DJ George Thompson playing the tunes and getting the children involved in some very competitive games!
The girls turned up looking glamorous, the boys turned up looking cool……. they all left looking dishevelled and a little sweaty!!
They also enjoyed a McDonald’s Happy Meal which were kindly funded by our lovely PTFA.
The children and staff had a great evening.
Last week Y3 were presented with their Orienteering certificates after their brilliant teamwork and problem solving skills helped them to navigate around Marine Park recently.
I look forward to presenting more certificates and medals on Tuesday for recent events.
We have many keen artists in Y3 and they have really enjoyed their Patterns in Nature unit. The inspiration has been the brilliant Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Art Nouveau era (1890’s to the eve of World War One). The children have explored using a wide range of art and design techniques using colour, pattern, tone, line and shape. They have especially loved painting with watercolours to control tone in their pantings. They have produced some wonderful art that they should all be proud of- well done everyone!
Our new Active Lunchtime team have made a great start to encouraging the Infants to stay active during thir breaks. Thank you to all of the team and well done to the infants who keep active during playtimes and lunchtimes.
Yesterday, Year 2 had an incredibly busy and exciting morning working alongside the talented local artist, Pui Lee! The children were absolutely buzzing with creativity as they teamed up in small groups to design and build stunning sculptures of butterflies and dragonflies.
With Pui Lee’s expert guidance, the classroom was transformed into a hive of artistic activity. The children explored different materials, shared ideas, and brought their imaginative visions to life through sculpture. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn new techniques and express themselves through art.
These beautiful creations are being prepared for entry into the Spirited Art Competition, and we couldn’t be prouder of the effort and teamwork shown by everyone involved.
We’re even more excited to announce that these wonderful works of art will be showcased in our school exhibition this autumn term. Keep your eyes peeled for the exhibition date — we can’t wait to share our masterpieces with you all!
We were thrilled to welcome award-winning author Tom Palmer to our school this week for an exciting and inspiring visit with our KS2 children.
Tom spoke passionately about his journey as a writer and the importance of reading, captivating pupils with stories from his books and real-life experiences.
The children had the opportunity to ask thoughtful questions about writing, books, and what it’s like to be an author. Tom’s answers were both insightful and encouraging, sparking curiosity and creativity across the room.
One of the highlights of the visit was a lively penalty shootout quiz, where pupils tested their knowledge in a fun and interactive way, combining sport and storytelling in true Tom Palmer style!
It was a fantastic morning that left our young readers and writers feeling motivated and full of ideas. A huge thank you to Tom for visiting and sharing his love of books with us!
On Thursday, Year 6 performed their end of year leavers’ production of “I’m an 11 Year Old, Get Me Out Of Here!”
The children worked very hard to learn their lines, the songs, dances and stage directions. They did a morning and an afternoon performance and I am very proud to say both of their performances were outstanding.
For those of you that attended, I think you will all agree that the production was excellent and very funny!
I would like to thank Mr Richardson for his amazing piano skills, our children in years 4 and 5 who made up our amazing choir, Mrs Hill for practicing the songs with the choir for weeks on end, Mrs Molenda who was in charge of adding the sound effects throughout the play, Mr Maratty for his exceptional artistic skills creating the stage sign and for helping backstage and Mrs Wilson for all her hours of hard work with the endless practices, creating dances, organising props and costumes and ensuring the children were ready back stage for their scenes!
And lastly, I would like to thank the parents and adults who unknowingly were going to take part in the Grammar challenge on stage and having various items tipped over their heads! You were all a great sport and I appreciate your braveness! Thank you!
Year 3 enjoyed a great morning at South Shields Museum viewing an exhibition by local artist Richard Hobson entitled, ‘Spirit of the North East.’ The exhibition captures the changing landscapes and communities of our local heritage; the bustling shipyards, remnants of past industry and his fantastic paintings of our beautiful natural world.
The children learned all about Richard Hobson and re-enacted some of his most famous paintings. Our children were truly inspired by Hobson’s passion for art and our local area.
We also enjoyed an exciting workshop using watercolours, where the children demonstrated real skill to paint a natural landscape from our local area.
This afternoon, the students took part in an exciting and educational Road Safety Workshop, designed to teach them the importance of staying safe while walking, cycling, or travelling near roads.
Led by Melissa from South Tyneside Council, the workshop included interactive activities, real-life scenarios, and practical demonstrations. The children learned how to:
The session was both fun and informative, and the children showed great enthusiasm and curiosity throughout.
A big thank you to Melissa for teaching the children how to stay safe!
Year 2 had an absolutely amazing day at Hall Hill Farm, filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable animal encounters! 🐾
As part of our Science topic on animals and their habitats, the children explored how different animals are suited to their environments. They learned lots of fascinating facts and saw these ideas come to life all around the farm.
Here are just some of the highlights from our day:
It was a day full of smiles, curiosity, and hands-on experiences that brought our Science learning to life. We truly had the best day!
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