Spring 1
P.E.- Swimming
Our first week back after Christmas was extremely busy. We had our first school swimming lesson at Tipton Leisure Centre. We sensibly walked to the swimming baths, we were assessed to see what we can and can’t do yet, put in groups and had a splash. Some of us feeling worn out, we carefully and sensibly walked back to school.
First week back
This week, we have been focusing on refreshing and reinforcing our expectations across all areas of school life. Pupils have taken part in a series of lessons designed to help everyone feel confident, safe and ready for learning.
We revisited:
- Classroom expectations – how we learn best, show respect and work together positively.
- Moving around school – walking calmly, being aware of others and demonstrating excellent behaviour in corridors and shared spaces.
- OPAL expectations – understanding how to play safely and cooperatively during outdoor play, while making the most of our fantastic OPAL resources.
These sessions have helped the children settle back into routines and reminded us all the values that make our school such a happy, purposeful place to be.
Bishops Wood - Field Trip
What an unforgettable day we had at Bishops Wood! The children were completely immersed in the world of the Anglo-Saxons, experiencing what life was like over a thousand years ago. Throughout the day, they crafted their own Anglo‑Saxon amulets, moulded traditional pottery, and worked together to build impressive woodland dens. The buzz of excitement was nonstop as pupils learned new skills, explored the outdoors, and brought history to life in the most hands‑on way possible. It was a fantastic adventure filled with creativity, teamwork and discovery — a day the children will be talking about for a long time!
