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.
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.
Year 2 really are a class full of shining stars! They dazzled everyone with their amazing performance of Shine Star Shine. They confidently retold the story of the very first Christmas through their energetic singing, dancing and role play. We are so proud of all of them – they really are a fabulous team of performers
The Eco Team have had a busy start to the year with their Fairtrade Fortnight campaign. They gave an assembly to the whole school to tell them about Fairtrade. Fairtrade is a system which aims to make trade fairer in developing countries. They ensure that workers have fair wages, safe working conditions and stronger rights. They also ensure that farmers receive the best price for their goods.
This years campaign was all about promoting Fairtrade tea. The Eco Team decided that the best thing to go with a cup of tea is cake! They told everyone about a whole school competition where children could choose to bake a cake at home using Fairtrade ingredients and then take a photograph to send in to the team. Children could also decide to make a Fairtrade poster to explain why it is such a worthy and important campaign.
We had lots of entries of amazing bakes and informative posters. The Eco Team are looking forward to choosing some winners and giving out Fairtrade prizes in Celebrate assembly.
Thank you so much to everyone who took part!
This half term we have been exploring our local habitats, looking at food chains and discovering what mini-beasts live in the year 2 garden. This science topic allowed the children to explore nature and understand that even a damp rotten log can be a home for lots of little creatures. The children have created lovely dioramas showing a chosen large habitat and produced some amazing bug hotels out of recycled materials. Well done year 2 for becoming one with nature as we explored this very interesting topic!
Well done to the Year 2 Celebration of the Word team and the two team guests from Foundation Stage One – they spoke clearly and proudly to guide us through our understanding of the word ‘Vocations’. One child explaining:
‘Vocation is God’s plan for you’
TTRS and Numbots!
Mathletics Results
Our Super Science Ambassadors kick started this year’s British Science Week by leading a whole school assembly. We began with learning a little about our Science saint – At. Albert the Great, and read a prayer that previous ambassadors wrote. They shared the theme, which is ‘Adapt and Change’ and links to our own lives that we can make with science. They launched the Poster competition and all week have been running ‘The Gadget Shop’ which will continue this week, or until all stock is sold! Prices range from 50p to £2. Itemised lists with prices are posted around the school.
To enter the competition cosider the following…
Creativity in approach – Innovative angle on the content or creative interpretation of the theme – don’t be afraid to think outside the box
Content – Clear, accurate and informative about a STEM topic
Effective communication – presented and communicated in an engaging way
RULES
Entrants can be teams or individuals
Entries must be one page of A4 or A3 paper only Work must be original and created by the student(s) – please do not use any templates
Include your name, age and Year group
Please hand in to Mrs Byrne before Tuesday 25th March
Entries will be uploaded to the British Science Week Website to enter the national competition. See www.britishscienceweek.org/plan-your-activities/poster-competition
This was a wonderful joint celebration with children from KS1 and EYFS leading their friends through prayer, song, dance, time to think and talk, meeting together with Jesus, getting to know his friendship even more.
Year Two had a wonderful visit to Nottingham Castle this term.
This visit was particularly relevant to our topic because it allowed the children to build their knowledge of ‘colour’ in a real-life exhibition.
The Kaleidoscopic Exhibition provided the opportunity for Year Two to marvel at, and be inspired by, the vibrant artwork in the gallery.
We also had the chance to explore the castle further. We enjoyed learning more about our local hero: Robin Hood. We also took the time to consider Nottingham’s human and physical features, by taking in views from across the city.
Our Year Two pupils were enthusiastic and eager to learn throughout the visit and they asked the gallery staff lots of questions.
We even had a few children fall asleep on the coach home. What an exciting day!
