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13.11.26

KS2 STEM Workshop

The week started with a super science theme. The Inventors and Explorers enjoyed watching an engaging drama performance all about the properties of materials; it shared a fantastic message about the power that everyone has to make a difference in STEM, inspiring the children to see the exciting possibilities around them. The children were a brilliant live audience, with some even having the opportunity to get involved in the action! 

Remembrance Day

On Wednesday, we marked the 11th of the 11th and Remembrance Day. Our School Council made a special visit to the village war memorial, where they shared a prayer and poem to mark this important occasion as the church bells chimed at 11 o’clock. Back in school, each class took time to pause and reflect, remembering all those who have served and sacrificed. It was particularly lovely to hear the children sharing their own family experiences of attending local remembrance services and parades. We are very proud of the thoughtful and respectful way the children took part.

6.11.26

It has been lovely welcoming families into school this week as part of Parent Consultation Week and having the opportunity to catch up with you all about the learning and progress taking place with your child. Thank you to all the teaching staff for managing these meetings and giving the time to these important conversations. If you still need to book an appointment, please contact your child's class teacher via ClassDojo, who will be happy to arrange a suitable time.

Inventors Forest School

The Inventors (Year 5 and 6) have begun their Forest School sessions with our Forest School Lead, Mrs M. The children celebrated their first session with a warming hot chocolate around the fire before heading off to explore the Forest School area. We are looking forward to seeing their confidence, curiosity and outdoor skills develop over the coming weeks!

23.10.26

Workhouse Dance/Theatre Workshop

On Monday, The Year 5/6 children in Inventors Class had a fantastic time taking part in a Workhouse Theatre dance and movement workshop! The session explored movement and physical drama and performance, and encouraged the children to use their imagination and creativity. They also explored science and geography concepts, including water, rivers and the water cycle, bringing their learning to life through movement. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience, showing great enthusiasm, creativity and teamwork throughout the session! 

Harvest Festival

Our Harvest Festival service looked a little different this year! Due to the forecast of heavy rain and strong winds, we decided to hold the service at school to keep our whole school community safe. The children had the opportunity to visit the church earlier in the week for a rehearsal, and we enjoyed a lovely Harvest service in school this morning, joined by Rev. Cathy. The children proudly shared their class efforts and sang beautifully about being thankful and grateful for the many blessings of this time of year. We will be sharing digital updates and class performances on ClassDojo, so you won’t miss out on seeing your child’s wonderful contributions. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to hopefully reuniting at the end of term for our Christmas service!

16.10.16

Police Visitor

We were delighted to welcome a local police officer, Adam into school to deliver an engaging session focused on rules, behaviour and the importance of making positive choices. The children had the opportunity to explore why rules are in place, how our actions affect others, and the importance of respect, responsibility and keeping ourselves and others safe. This visit marks the beginning of a series of workshops planned throughout the year, designed to broaden the children’s understanding of their role within the wider community and help them develop the knowledge, skills and values needed to become responsible members of society.

Rocksteady Music Lessons

Rocksteady music lessons have started in school this week!  Stuart, our local Rocksteady music teacher, has been working with groups of children, giving them the opportunity to explore music, develop their musical skills and experience the excitement of playing together as part of a band. If your child is interested in taking part in these exciting peripatetic music lessons, please follow the link below to find out more and register your interest.

9.10.26

Rocksteady Music 

We started the week with a fantastic Rocksteady music workshop, giving every child across the school the opportunity to learn the excitement of playing in a band. 

The children learnt about the different instruments within a band and how musicians work together to create different sounds, with a particular focus on rock music. 

Lots of children had the chance to have a go at playing instruments, and at one point we even formed our very own teacher band! It was a brilliant musical experience and a great way to start the week.

Rocksteady also offers rock-band style music lessons here at school. Information about these lessons was sent out earlier this week, so please take a look if your child is interested in signing up.

Times Tables Rockstar Day!

Today, we had a fantastic Times Tables Rockstars Day in school, with both staff and pupils coming dressed as rockstars to celebrate our annual launch of this exciting learning platform.  

The day was filled with energy and enthusiasm as children took part in class times table battles, fun maths games, a rockstar-themed playtime, and even a rockstar sing-off! Times Tables Rockstars is a research-proven way of improving times table knowledge, and this launch was the perfect way to get everyone motivated. 

The children thoroughly enjoyed the activities, and we are already seeing great engagement with the programme. Please continue to support us in using this platform at home to help your child learn and consolidate their times table knowledge.

2.10.26

We were delighted to welcome two fantastic children’s authors to Swimbridge Primary School this week! Our KS1 children enjoyed a wonderful visit from Duncan Beedie, much-loved author and illustrator of books including The Bear Who Stared, The Lumberjack’s Beard and Heavy Metal Badger. Duncan brought his stories to life through engaging readings, fun activities and creative workshops, inspiring our younger children to explore their own ideas and imagination. Our KS2 children had a fantastic time with Joseph Eliott, author, actor and writer known for his work on CBeebies’ Swashbuckle and the award-winning Shadow Skye trilogy, as wel as Nora and the Map of Mayhem and Nora and the Compass of Chaos. Through lively readings and exciting workshops, Joseph encouraged the children to think creatively about characters, stories and writing. It was a brilliant day filled with laughter, imagination and a real celebration of books, and we hope it has inspired lots of our children to develop their love of reading! 

25.9.26

Walkability

Children in Key Stage 2 have enthusiasticaly taken part in the Walkability Programme this week, supported by Devon County Council. The programme combines classroom-based theory sessions with practical walking activities, helping pupils to develop essential road safety skills and confidence when walking near roads. As a roadside school, developing strong road safety awareness is particularly important for our pupils. The skills and knowledge they have gained this week will help them make safe choices and stay safe when walking in and around our community. A huge wel done to all of our KS2 children for representing Swimbridge so brilliantly! 

Dental Hygiene Visit

Our Reception children were delighted to welcome a dental hygienist this week, who talked to them about the importance of looking after their teeth and gums. The children learned about brushing their teeth twice a day, choosing healthy snacks and drinks, and why regular visits to the dentist are so important. There was lots of enthusiasm as they practised their brushing technique and learned some simple tips for keeping their smiles healthy and bright! 

18.9.26

This week, the pupils explored the school value of community and the British value of democracy. The school has voted for their new School Councillors. Wel done to al the children who nominated themselves - sharing well written and presented speeches. The School Councillors will attend regular meetings, canvas ideas from their classes and make important decisions about the improvements that wi l be made within the school over the year ahead. Helping to shape their school, their way!  

11.9.26

Welcome back to a new academic year. I hope you all had a lovely summer holiday, enjoying al the warm weather we had. What a fantastic start our new Reception children have made! Welcome to Victor, Rosie, Caleb, Mitchell, Remy, Savannah, Freddie, Ossie, Finnley, Taiyo, Ferghas, Elsie, Roisin, Millie and Marley! You have settled into school life brilliantly and we are so proud of how quickly you have become part of the Swimbridge family.