With Christ at our side to guide us,
we shine in all that we do.

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.

Star Academy Infant Nativity

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Our infants took centre stage in this year’s Nativity, “Star Academy,” and truly wowed us with their amazing singing and acting skills.

The children brought the story of the Nativity to life with confidence, joy, and creativity. Their hard work and enthusiasm shone through every moment.

A huge thank you to our incredible pupils, supportive families, and Mr Richardson, who wrote the play, for making this a magical event – you were all stars!

Y3 – Our Young Scientists!

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Our young scientists in Year 3 have been investigating how much fat various liquids and foods contain. They pressed each item against plain paper and once it had dried looked for translucent stains when the paper was held up to the light.

They discovered, as many predicted that cake and margarine left greasy stains.  The children did really well working together and made sure they conducted fair tests.

Y5/6 District Gymnastics Finals 2025 – Team Silver Success!

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Our Y5/6 Gymnastics A team came within a mere 0.05 points of becoming District Champions today; in an incredibly tight and high-quality competition at The Urban Factory. Ultimately, we claimed brilliant District team silver medals, while Hugo earned a wonderful individual bronze medal as we successfully featured on both podiums.

 

This was the first time we had developed a St. Bede’s Y5/6 Gymnastics team and despite some unfortunate injuries, we all believed our determined squad could really challenge for the District title.

 

In training, our gymnasts enthusiastically created imaginative routines that included a variety of skills, travels, leaps and spins.  Today everyone showed great courage and composure to perform so well in front of the four judges. Personally, I watched on in awe as our children showcased their inspiring abilities- I was so proud of you all!

 

It was wonderful to see the team spirit among our children as they all supported each other throughout. As well as competing, all of our gymnasts enjoyed exploring a variety of fun activities at the brilliant Urban factory.

 

Thank you to our fantastic parent helper who  encouraged our children during the event. Thank you also to the parents, who practised the routine with their children at home – they all did so well today!

Reception’s Special Trip to the Post Office!

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Our Reception children had a magical outing this week as they visited the Post Office to post their very own letters to Santa!

The children were so excited to share their wishes and carefully posted their envelopes into the post box, ready for their journey to the North Pole.

Now we’ll all be waiting eagerly for Santa’s reply…

Year 5 Celebration of the Word

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This week, our Year 5 pupils led a Celebration of the Word on the theme of Hope, sharing their reflections on Advent with their families. The focal point was the Advent wreath, reminding us that this season is a time of waiting in joyful hope for the coming of Jesus.

Through readings, prayers, and a litany of rejoicing, the children explored what it means to wait with hope and purpose. Parents were invited to join in singing a joyful hymn and to write messages of hope to hang on our tree.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. May this Advent season fill your hearts with hope and joy!

Travelling Crib

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In Advent, as we wait and prepare for the coming of Jesus, the children have been invited to join our special project called ‘The Travelling Crib’.   Starting this week, each child will take turns bringing home a pack to share with their families.

This is to help us remember the journey Mary and Joseph made to Bethlehem, and as a family take time to stop and think about the true meaning of Christmas.

Children in KS1 will bring home The Christmas Story, while children in KS2 will bring home a book called ‘When the Stars Shone Bright, A Christmas Tale’ telling the Christmas story from the perspective of the three wise men.

Our Choir Shines at the Salvation Army Event!

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We had the incredible privilege of performing at the Salvation Army, and what a memorable afternoon it was! The children sang beautifully, filling the room with joy and warmth. Their voices were full of energy and harmony, and they truly touched everyone’s hearts.

We couldn’t be prouder of these talented young singers. Their dedication and enthusiasm made the event extra special, and they represented our community wonderfully. A huge thank you to the Salvation Army for hosting us and to all the families who came to support.

This was more than just a performance—it was a celebration of music, teamwork, and the spirit of giving. Bravo to our amazing choir!

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Reception’s Exciting Trip to the Urban Factory!

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Our Reception children had a fantastic day visiting the Urban Factory, where they took part in an exciting Coordination Challenge!

The challenge was all about developing balance, agility, and teamwork through fun, active games. The children climbed, jumped, and navigated obstacle courses designed to help them improve their coordination skills.

It was wonderful to see their confidence grow as they tried new activities and supported each other along the way. The smiles on their faces said it all – they had an amazing time!

A big thank you to the Urban Factory team for making the experience so enjoyable and to our parent helpers for ensuring the day ran smoothly. We are so proud of our Reception class for their enthusiasm and determination!

Exploring Careers in Music – A Special Classroom Visit

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This week, our Years 3–6 pupils had a fantastic opportunity to learn about careers in the music industry as part of our careers-related learning programme.

We were delighted to welcome Thomas Bagnall, Head of Programmes at a local music development agency, who visited each class for an informal 15-minute session.

Thomas shared insights into the wide range of roles in music – not just performing, but all the exciting jobs behind the scenes that make the industry thrive. From sound engineering to event management, the children discovered how creativity and teamwork play a huge part in bringing music to life.

The sessions sparked lots of curiosity and questions, and we hope they’ve inspired some future music professionals among our pupils!

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