Our Website Club have been hard at work — and we’re excited to share their latest creation! They’ve put together a short news bulletin, capturing some of the exciting events happening in school.
The much-loved Summer Reading Challenge is returning to Inspire Libraries this summer with a fresh twist—and our school is excited to take part!
This year’s theme is Story Garden – Summer Reading Challenge 2025, inviting children to dig into the joy of reading and let their imaginations grow wild. Through this creative and engaging initiative, young readers can discover the magic of storytelling while earning a series of free rewards just for reading library books.
To kick things off, Inspire Libraries is hosting a virtual assembly where pupils and parents can learn all about the challenge. The session will guide families through how to join, what to expect, and showcase the wonderful surprises awaiting every participant.
Not only does this challenge keep reading fun and fresh throughout the summer holidays, but it also supports literacy, creativity, and a love of books that can last a lifetime.
We encourage all families to get involved—and get reading!
For more information, visit Inspire Libraries or speak to your local librarian.
We were delighted to welcome PC Voce and PC Carlile to our school during yesterday’s assembly. Their visit focused on the theme of respect — one of our core school values — and why it’s such an important value to carry into the wider world.
The officers spoke about how respect plays a vital role in building positive relationships, staying safe, and becoming responsible members of the community. Our children had the opportunity to ask a range of thoughtful, pre-written questions, which the officers answered with enthusiasm and insight.
A big thank you to PC Voce and PC Carlile for taking the time to visit and share their experience with us. It was a valuable session that helped reinforce the importance of respect in and out of school.
Keeping children safe online starts with you!
Join Nottinghamshire Police and the East Midlands Special Operations Unit for a series of free, expert-led webinars designed to help you protect the young people in your care.
👨👩👧👦 What You’ll Learn:
- How to protect your child’s online privacy
- Setting up parental controls with confidence
- Understanding cyber security threats
- Tips to keep devices and accounts safe
These sessions are perfect for parents, carers, teachers, and anyone working with children or teens.
✅ Free to attend
✅ Delivered online — join from the comfort of your home
✅ Open to everyone across Nottinghamshire
📣 Spread the word! Let’s work together to create a safer digital world for our young people.
Please see the links below.
Cyber Security Training for parents, carers and school staff – Thursday 17th July 2025 (19:00-20:30)
Cyber Security Training for parents, carers and school staff – Weds 12th November 2025 (13:00-14:30)
As part of their History of Flight unit, our enthusiastic Year 2 pupils recently took a fascinating trip to the Newark Air Museum — and what a day it was!
The children explored a wide variety of aircraft, gaining hands-on experience and learning how aviation has evolved through the years. From early flying machines to modern marvels, the visit brought their classroom learning to life in the most exciting way.
One of the highlights of the day was a paper aeroplane workshop, where pupils tested their design skills and learnt about the principles of flight. Another unforgettable moment was getting up close to a Wessex Helicopter — with the thrilling opportunity to peek inside the cockpit!
The trip was a fantastic blend of education and adventure, sparking curiosity and inspiring future aviators. A big thank you to the staff and volunteers at Newark Air Museum for making the experience so memorable.
Last week, Year 5 headed off on their very first residential trip—and what an unforgettable experience it was! Our destination? The beautiful and historic Beaumanor Hall in Loughborough.
We stayed in cosy wooden cabins, complete with bunk beds and sleeping bags. The days were packed with adventure. One of our favourite challenges was building bridges out of wooden planks and string… then crossing them! It took teamwork and communication skills. We ventured into the woods for an activity called Nightline. Wearing special blackout goggles, we had to navigate a tricky course using only a rope to guide us. It was spooky, thrilling, and full of laughter!
Mealtimes were a treat too. We ate in the grand main hall. On our second day, we tried our hand at archery. Channelling our inner Robin Hoods, we aimed for the target. It was so much fun (and yes, our arms definitely felt it afterwards!).
There was also plenty of time to relax and play, exploring the grounds and making special memories with our friends. It was a whirlwind of fun, adventure, and laughter—and it flew by far too quickly!