These are the results of the Reading Barriers Questionnaire:
Our annual children’s questionnaire has once again provided valuable insight into how our pupils feel about school life. We’re incredibly proud that our children continue to tell us they are happy in school and feel challenged by their learning. Their voices matter, and it’s reassuring to know that their daily experiences reflect the values we work so hard to uphold.
Our Bewilderwood Adventure!
Year 3 had an incredible adventure to Bewilderwood! After reading A Boggle at
Bewilderwood in our English lessons, we couldn’t wait to find out if Boggles and Twiggles
really existed. Spirits were high as we boarded the coach for our two-hour journey – the
sun was shining and excitement filled the air!
When we arrived, we had a quick snack to fuel our adventures… then it was time to
explore!
One of our first adventures was a boat ride across the Scaaaary Lake, where Mildred the
Crocklebog was lurking, ready to squirt us as we floated past! There were squeals and
laughter as we dodged the spray.
Next, we stepped into the magical heart of Bewilderwood. We zoomed along wobbly wires,
whooshed down huge slides, and tiptoed carefully across the Broken Bridge. We spotted
so many places from the book – the Boggle Village, the Twiggle Houses, and even the
Witch’s cottage!
One of the biggest challenges was the Sky Maze – but we didn’t get lost! Lots of us
managed to solve the clues and find our way back down.
Before we knew it, it was time to go home. We climbed onto the coach – a lot sleepier than
on the way and full of amazing memories. The journey home was much quieter… because
some of us were fast asleep, dreaming of Boggles, Twiggles, and a magical day in the
woods.
It was a delight to see parents in school, enjoying their children living the dream as rock stars.
Rocksteady sessions take place every Friday afternoon, and this was a chance to celebrate these music lessons with a final rocking concert. If your child is interested in joining a rock band, then please ask your teacher for more information.
The entire school took part in a Pancake Race to celebrate Pancake Day - we all had a fabulous time!
Another sunny days at Whipsnade for year 2!
Once again, as part of their science learning, Year 2 visited Whipsnade Zoo on 6th June. Despite the weather looking like it would be a bit damp, we enjoyed a light breeze and even some sunshine! The children learnt about animal adaptations - did you know giraffes are able to kick forwards, backwards and sideways to protect themselves from predators? We were treated to such a show by the ostriches, some very noisy Rockhopper Penguins and a super close-up view of the otters.
The children were fantastic and were definitely exhausted from a day of walking!
