Celebrating Safer Internet Day – Tuesday 10th February
On Tuesday 10th February, our school came together to celebrate Safer Internet Day. It was a fantastic opportunity for everyone to learn more about how we can use the internet safely, responsibly, and positively.
Our Digital Leaders led a special assembly all about Artificial Intelligence (A.I.). They confidently explained what A.I. is and how it is becoming a bigger part of our everyday lives. We learned about the many positive ways A.I. can be used, such as helping doctors, supporting learning, creating new technology, and solving real-world problems.
However, the Digital Leaders also reminded us that A.I., like all technology, can sometimes be used in not-so-good ways. They spoke about the importance of thinking carefully about what we see online, checking information, protecting personal details, and always telling a trusted adult if something doesn’t feel right.
During the assembly, we were also introduced to Carlo Acutis, the Patron Saint of Computing. Carlo used his computing skills to spread positivity and share his faith with people around the world. His story reminded us that technology can be a powerful tool for good when it is used responsibly and kindly.
Throughout the day, children in both KS1 and KS2 took part in activities focused on A.I. and online safety. Pupils discussed how A.I. works, explored how to spot reliable information, and thought carefully about how to stay safe online. They learned practical ways to protect themselves, including keeping personal information private, using strong passwords, and being respectful in their online interactions.
Safer Internet Day was a valuable reminder that while technology offers amazing opportunities, we all have a responsibility to use it wisely. A big well done to our Digital Leaders for delivering such an informative and engaging assembly!
Let’s continue to work together to make the internet a safer place for everyone.
The time has come to learn the songs for this year’s Crucifixion performance. Below are the instrumentals to the song – try it without your lyrics in front of you when you’re ready. Let’s make it a performance to remember – have no regrets! #BRWSpiritStrong
This is My Body
God I’m Scared
My Soul Is Sad
I’m Not That Man
Pilate’s Song
Walk Alone
Born for This
Because He Lives
He Lives in You
Year 3 have been wondering about God’s Kingdom and how we can help build it together. We’re looking at the lives of saints and and how they have contributed to the Kingdom of God. We have been learning about the saint Oscar Romero and even created our own Romero crosses. They worked so hard and patiently, and the results were beautiful.
This week in FS2, the children explored The Three Billy Goats Gruff through a bridge-building challenge. After discussing how the goats could cross the river, the children tested a range of materials to find out which were strong, stable and suitable for building a bridge.
They experimented with different resources, checking what would bend, break or hold weight, and talked about why some materials worked better than others. The children then used what they had discovered to build and improve their own bridges.
Some bridges even needed improvements — a great opportunity to talk about learning from mistakes and trying again!
It was wonderful to see the children so engaged, creative and confident as they combined storytelling with real-world problem solving. We can’t wait for our next story-inspired challenge!
Year 3 have been investigating whether taller people have longer bones, with some surprising results! If you like to know more, ask a Year 3 scientist.
A very happy New Year to everyone! This Spring Term in Year 4, the children will continue to enjoy a wide range of learning opportunities both in the classroom and beyond as we move towards Easter. They have settled back into school life wonderfully after Christmas and it has been a real joy to welcome them back. I am confident that the Spring Term will provide many opportunities for the children to practise and develop the skills and knowledge that will help them flourish both as learners and as individuals.
This term, we continue to explore our whole-school theme, ‘The Treasure Within’. The children have been sharing the treasures in their own lives through the Treasure Trove Backpack activity, which every child will have the opportunity to complete during the year.
In Religious Education, our next topic is ‘Galilee to Jerusalem’. This unit helps the children to understand why Christians believe Jesus is the Messiah and how his words and actions showed God’s love for everyone, particularly those who were excluded by society. The children will explore key Christian beliefs, prayers and sacraments and reflect on how Jesus continues to inspire people today to live with faith, hope and love.
In English, our first focus text is ‘The Iron Man’ by Ted Hughes. The children will be writing their own descriptive pieces inspired by this powerful story. We will continue to expand vocabulary through spelling work and whole-class reading, discovering new words in texts and exploring exciting “super synonyms”. After half term, our next class text will be ‘Varjak Paw’ by SF Said.
In Maths, learning will focus on Multiplication and Division, followed by Length and Perimeter, Fractions and Decimals. With the Multiplication Tables Check taking place in June, we will place extra emphasis on times tables practice in school, including during Computing lessons and additional lunchtime clubs. Support at home through online resources such as Times Tables Rock Stars will be extremely beneficial, thank you in advance for supporting your child in this way.
Our topic title this term is ‘Roman Britain: Inventers and Innovators’. In Geography, we will investigate Italy and will compare the North and South based on the physical and human features. In History, we will be learning about the Romans expanding on the children’s previous knowledge from Year 3.
In Science, we will be learning all about states of matter, the particle arrangements and how everything on earth is classified into solids, liquids or gases. In DT, we will be exploring textiles skills linking our creations to our Geography topic. In Art, we will be developing our drawing techniques and will be using them to create our own ‘power prints’.
In PE, the children have brilliant opportunities this term for varied and beneficial learning. Year 4 will have lessons in ball skills, athletics, football and gymnastics.
In French lessons, children will be exploring the units ‘Going Shopping’ and ‘Where in the World?’.
Music will focus on film music and country music! Choral music singing is continuing and hymn practices shall continue ahead of whole school Masses.
Correct PE kits should be in school every day. This includes black shorts, a white t-shirt and black trainers or plimsolls for indoor PE and joggers, a jumper and trainers for outdoor PE while the weather remains chilly. Children may take their kits home at the weekend for washing but should return them to school on Mondays.
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Our Carols Around the Tree service was a joyful and memorable celebration, blending traditional favourites with modern songs that filled the school with festive cheer. The children performed with such confidence and joy. A real highlight was Year 6’s wonderful performance of The Twelve Days of Christmas, complete with energetic actions that delighted everyone watching. We were also treated to Mr Wheat’s superb piano playing, which added a special touch to the singing and atmosphere. Laughter and smiles spread through the audience during the much-loved staff video, whose humour brought great joy to families and children alike. It was a heart-warming event that truly captured the spirit of togetherness and celebration at this special time of year.
Last week, Year Three were very excited to finally showcase their Nativity ‘Baubles – A Treemendous Nativity’ At the heart of our story, was the message of what Christmas is truly about, God’s gift to us, Jesus.
The children retold the story with drama, singing and even a few jokes! They learned all their lines and delivered them with confidence. We were all very proud of them and they provided a lovely gift for their families!
In Year 6, we stepped back in time to 1851 and imagined we were expert bakers preparing cupcakes for Queen Victoria at the Great Exhibition in London. We carefully measured our ingredients, just as Victorian bakers would have done, and discussed how exciting it must have been to showcase new ideas and talents to people from all over the world. Once our cupcakes were baked, we decorated them with intricate designs inspired by the Crystal Palace, using delicate patterns and thoughtful colours fit for a queen. The classroom was filled with creativity, teamwork, and the sweet smell of success as we proudly presented our cupcakes, hoping they would be worthy of such an important historical occasion.
Our KS2 Advent Celebration was a wonderful way to begin the season of Advent, and the children should be incredibly proud of their performance. They spoke and sang with great confidence and enthusiasm, clearly demonstrating how much effort they had put into their preparation. Through readings, prayers and songs, the children helped us to understand the true meaning of Advent, reminding us of the importance of waiting patiently, holding on to hope, and living with joyful expectation. Their thoughtful delivery and positive attitude created a warm and reflective atmosphere, making the celebration a meaningful and memorable start to this special season.
