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

Hey Ewe!

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This Christmas, the infants delighted audiences with their heart-warming and humorous performance of Hey Ewe! – a fresh take on the traditional Nativity story, told through the eyes of an excitable and curious young sheep.

The youngest ewe in the flock, full of questions and boundless energy, charmed everyone with her inquisitive nature. While the rest of the sheep were happy to stick to their routines, she found herself drawn into the extraordinary events surrounding the birth of Jesus. From shepherds and angels to a very special baby, her curiosity led the audience on a magical journey, reminding us all to see the wonder of the Nativity with fresh eyes.

The children shone on stage, their enthusiasm and joy capturing the true spirit of the season.

A huge well done to all the children who worked so hard to make this year’s production a success. Merry Christmas!

 

Sacrament of Reconciliation

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Some of the Year 4 children made their First Reconciliation yesterday evening – they were a little nervous initially but came away from their chat with Fr Bill full of smiles.  We were all so proud of them!

Year 4 Bikeability

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Some children in Year 4 completed their Bikeability Level 1 award – this award aims to develop cycle-handling skills in an off-road, traffic-free environment.  The goal for riders is to demonstrate excellent cycle handling skills and includes:

  • Preparing for cycling
  • Getting on and off your cycle
  • Starting, stopping and controlling your cycle
  • Stopping quickly and managing hazards
  • Using gears
  • Looking behind, riding with one hand and signalling
  • Sharing space off road with pedestrians and other riders

Well done Year 4!

A Magical Visit from Father Christmas

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Today was full of Christmas magic as we celebrated Christmas Pyjama Day! The children arrived in their cosiest pyjamas, ready for a day of festive fun.

We gathered around the Christmas tree for a special storytime when, to our amazement, Father Christmas himself made a surprise appearance! The excitement was electric as he joined us by the tree to share one of his favourite stories, The Gruffalo.

After the story, Father Christmas answered some of the children’s curious questions—there were plenty! The children couldn’t wait to tell him all about the mischief their naughty elves had been causing at home.

It was a truly magical moment! Thank you, Father Christmas, for making our day so special!

Pyjama Day

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The Mini Vinnies organised a Pyjama Day to raise money for Norah’s North Pole and South Tyneside’s Nightwear Before Christmas appeals (see letter below containing additional information about the appeals).

The day was a huge success, with children and staff donning their PJs and loungewear for the event.  It was made even more special with a surprise visitor, watching the EYFS and KS1 Nativity Dress Rehearsal and Christmas lunch.

The children raised £168.00 which was to be divided equally between the 2 appeals.  Thank you so much for your generosity!

Mini Vinnies Christmas 2024 Fundraiser Letter

The money raised for the Nightwear Before Christmas was used to buy pyjamas for elderly people in hospital – here are some of the Mini Vinnies wrapping the gifts.

Y1’s Christingle Celebration

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Year 1 explored the story of the Christingle and created their own as part of our Advent preparations. We began by learning about Bishop John de Watteville, who shared the first Christingle with children in his village to teach them about God’s promises.

Through the story, we discovered that:

  • The orange represents the world, created by God and full of goodness.
  • The red ribbon wrapped around the orange symbolises God’s love encircling the world.
  • The four sticks symbolise the four seasons, and the treats on them remind us of the gifts God provides.
  • The candle signifies Jesus, the Light of the World, shining in dark places.

The children thoroughly enjoyed making their own Christingles, carefully assembling each part and reflecting on its meaning. We concluded our lesson with a special Christingle Celebration of the Word, where we shared the story of the Christingle and talked about how we can share God’s love with others.

The flickering light of the candles reminded us all of the importance of kindness and hope, especially during this season of Advent.

Christmas visit to The Word

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Last week, our Year 2 children had a magical visit to The Word! The morning was filled with festive cheer as we listened to enchanting Christmas stories, sparking imaginations and setting the perfect seasonal mood.

The children then got creative, crafting delightful Christmas-themed pictures to take home and share with their families. Their creativity and enthusiasm shone brightly throughout!

Afterwards, the children explored the library’s wonderful collection of books independently, discovering new titles that piqued their interest. We were thrilled to bring back some exciting books to support our next school topic—our library is looking more vibrant than ever!

A huge thank you to the staff at The Word for making our visit so special. The children left inspired, creative, and ready to dive into their next literary adventures!

Y1’s Festive Fun at The Word!

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This morning, Year 1 enjoyed a festive visit to The Word library. The session began with the children listening to enchanting Christmas tales that sparked their imaginations and set the holiday mood.

Afterwards, the children got crafty, creating their very own Santas using paper and cotton wool—there were lots of smiles as they carefully stuck, shaped, and assembled their festive masterpieces!

To finish off the morning, the children were given the chance to explore the library shelves and choose books to bring back to class. We can’t wait to dive into our new stories and continue our love of reading back at school!

 

Y1 Christmas Multi-skills Festival

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The Year 1 children had an amazing time at the Multi-Sport Festival! The event was filled with festive cheer as the children took part in a range of Christmas-themed sports activities. From “Santa Says” to “Snowball Toss Challenges,” there was something for everyone to enjoy.

The festival was a fantastic opportunity for the children to try out new games, work as a team, and stay active while embracing the Christmas spirit.

It was a wonderful way to celebrate the season and promote the importance of staying active. Well done, Year 1!

Year 5 Celebration of the Word

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Well done to all the children in Year 5 for leading our Celebration of the Word this week. It was wonderful to have time to reflect on this special time of year – a time of waiting in joyful hope. You all spoke clearly and sang so beautifully. Well done!

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