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Date: 17th Dec 2025 @ 2:15pm
What an exciting week we’ve had in Year 5! The festive spirit has been in full swing, and we’ve enjoyed lots of creative and hands-on learning.
On Monday, we had a fantastic DT Day where we designed and created our very own electronic doodlers! Using our science knowledge from Year 4, we built circuits to make our doodlers move and create amazing patterns. It was brilliant to see everyone applying their understanding of electricity in such a fun and practical way.
Once our doodlers were working, we got creative and decorated them to suit different users. Some were bright and colourful, others were Christmas themed – the designs were so imaginative! We loved seeing how everyone adapted their ideas to make their doodlers unique.
On Tuesday, we continued the festive fun by creating pop-up Christmas cards for our loved ones. The designs were incredibly imaginative and full of festive cheer! Later, we headed to the hall for some party games, showing off our super dance moves and singing plenty of Christmas songs together. It was such a joyful day!
Finally, on Wednesday, we had a lovely end to the term by watching the Year 4 performance in church. It was a wonderful way to celebrate the season and reflect on all the hard work and achievements of this term.
It has truly been a fantastic Autumn term, and the children have all worked so hard. A big thank you from the Year 5 team for all the cards, gifts, and well wishes. We hope you all have the best Christmas and look forward to seeing everyone back in the New Year!
Reminders
- Return to school on Tuesday 7th January.
- Bikeability- week beginning 12th January.
- Swimming continues on Wednesdays. PE is on Thursdays.
- Homework and spellings will start again in the new year. There is an optional Science task on Mirodo for those that wish to do some work over the holidays.
Date: 17th Dec 2025 @ 11:56am
What a magical week we have had in year 2!
This week the children have finished off their computing topic using Scratch Junior and in the final lesson they were able to use all of the skills and coding knowledge that they had learnt to create their own stories with moving characters and speech.
On Tuesday the children enjoyed making their own Christmas party bags, they even decided to add their own handles to make them easier to carry. They have also made their own Christmas cards and added some festive glitter.
We walked to Church and saw year 4 perform their Nativity which was brilliant and helped the children to embrace the Christmas spirit.
Reminders and information for next half term
- Our PE days will now be on a Monday and Friday each week.
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Please ensure all jumpers and cardigans are clearly labelled so they can always be returned.
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Children will not be bringing books home over the holidays. We encourage you to continue reading their favourite books together to keep their love of reading alive.
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Phonics QR codes have been sent out today on paper for easier scanning. Please practise these over the next few weeks to support sound knowledge.
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A reminder to please use the new school email for any communication moving forward.
Thank you for your continued support, we hope you all have a magical Christmas and New Year,
The Year 2 Team
Date: 16th Dec 2025 @ 6:58pm
What a magical and memorable final week of term it has been in Year 1 – truly bursting with creativity, excitement and Christmas cheer!
This week, our classroom transformed into a wonderfully festive hub as we enjoyed a whole range of Christmas activities together. The children absolutely loved making their own Christmas cards, carefully designing them and writing thoughtful messages inside for their families.
We also turned our attention to writing letters to Father Christmas. The children had so much fun sharing their Christmas wishes, but we were especially proud of how polite and kind their letters were, remembering to say please and thank you.
Our creative skills were on full display as we made festive decorations. Cutting, colouring and decorating helped the children practise their fine motor skills, and they were so proud to see their work displayed for everyone to enjoy.
One of the highlights of the week was our Christmas biscuit making. The children loved mixing, cutting and decorating their biscuits, all while following instructions carefully and working together as a team. Of course, tasting the finished biscuits was the best part! The classroom was filled with smiles.
We are so proud of how hard the children have worked this term and how beautifully they have embraced the Christmas spirit.
Reminders
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Please ensure all jumpers and cardigans are clearly labelled so they can always be returned.
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Children will not be bringing books home over the holidays. We encourage you to continue reading their favourite books together to keep their love of reading alive.
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Phonics QR codes have been sent out. Please watch these over the holiday to support your child's reading at home.
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A reminder to please use the new school email for any communication moving forward.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
We wish you all a very happy, peaceful and festive holiday – we look forward to seeing everyone in the new year!
Date: 16th Dec 2025 @ 5:00pm
Well… that’s the end of the term already – we can’t quite believe how fast it has flown by!
What an absolutely amazing time we have all had together. Over the past few months we have shared so many experiences, learning opportunities and special moments. We spent time reflecting on all that we have done, everything we have explored, and just how much the children have learned, practised and mastered along the way. Your children are truly amazing.
We have laughed, learned, grown in confidence and built strong friendships, and these final few days have been no exception. Our class party was bursting with fun, games and giggles, and it was clear to see just how much the children enjoyed every single minute of it.
We have had the best time together and it has been such a privilege to be part of your child’s journey during this time. Watching their confidence, independence and enthusiasm grow has been incredibly special.
Equally, thank you to each and every one of you for your continued support. A child’s learning and development works best as a team effort, nurturing not only their academic growth but also their social and emotional development too. Your partnership means so much.
May we also take this opportunity to say a huge thank you for all of your kind and generous cards, heartfelt words and lovely gifts — they have truly blown us away and left us feeling so grateful.
Wishing you all a wonderful, magical, festive break filled with love, laughter and special family moments. We can’t wait to welcome you back and begin our next adventure together!
Please find our updated Virtual Classroom attached to this Blog, should you wish to explore any of the themes we will be covering after the Christmas break.
Reminder:
Spring Term commences – Tuesday 6th January 2026
PE day will continue to take place on a Monday.
Date: 16th Dec 2025 @ 3:44pm
In RE, our topic this half term has been ‘God is with us’. We explored how God is with everyone in different ways and read the story of ‘Papa Panov’, which helped us think deeply about kindness and the true meaning of the Christmas story.
In Maths we’ve been working hard on multiplication, especially our 3 and 4 times tables. We practised multiplying and dividing, and explored the ideas of sharing and grouping. Everyone has made great progress and grown in confidence with these skills.
Our focus text in English was ‘Winter’s Child’. We used it to inspire our writing, learning how to create vivid setting and character descriptions. We experimented with subordinate clauses, similes, and powerful adjectives to enhance our work. The highlight was writing our very own fantasy stories, full of imagination and creativity!
We travelled back in time to the Stone Age in History. We discovered how people lived, the tools they used, the cave art they created, and how farming began. We also learned about Skara Brae, a fascinating Stone Age settlement that gave us a glimpse into life thousands of years ago.
Our Science lessons focused on forces, with a special look at magnets. We carried out investigations to see how magnets attract and repel, and explored their everyday uses.
In Design and Technology, we combined creativity with cooking by designing and making our own seasonal vegetable tarts. It was a delicious way to end the term, and everyone enjoyed tasting their creations!
We’ve loved spending time outside, practising our teamwork skills and learning how to work together effectively. These sessions have been a great chance to build friendships and resilience.
This term has been full of festive cheer! We joined in the Santa Dash, took part in the Christmas Extravaganza, and enjoyed lots of seasonal activities. A real highlight was watching the Rock Steady concerts, where we were inspired by the music and performances.
Year 3 should be very proud of everything they’ve achieved. We’re looking forward to more fun and learning in the new year.
A huge thank you to everyone for the lovely cards, thoughtful gifts, and warm Christmas wishes, they are truly appreciated.
Reminders for next term:
- PE days are Wednesday and Thursday.
- Outdoor learning sessions continue every Tuesday afternoon – please bring a waterproof coat, old trainers, or wellies.
- Spellings will resume when we come back to school after the Christmas break
Date: 15th Dec 2025 @ 7:00pm
A Term to Remember!
Christmas is nearly here and the New Year will soon be upon us. As we come to the end of a wonderful term, we may be parting ways for now, but we already look forward to the exciting learning and memorable experiences we will share together in the year ahead.
What better way to finish the term than celebrating our fantastic Christmas Service performance. We are so proud of every single child — your confidence, teamwork, and joyful singing truly gave TSP the perfect Christmas send-off.
This term, English has focused on building strong writing skills. We explored expanded noun phrases, fronted adverbials, and writing dialogue, using Gorilla by Anthony Browne as inspiration. We also researched and organised information for non-chronological reports, showing great independence and enthusiasm.
In Maths, we developed confidence with column addition and subtraction, negative numbers, estimating, and exploring area. Creative activities such as area robots and area zoos helped bring our learning to life.
Our learning in RE encouraged deep reflection on symbols, light, togetherness, and faith. We explored Christingle, the Nativity, My Lighthouse, and Hanukkah, with thoughtful discussions and meaningful creative responses throughout the term.
In Science, we learned about the digestive system and how our bodies break down food to stay healthy.
History and Art took us back to Ancient Rome, where we learned about the Roman army and Queen Boudica, and created beautiful mosaics inspired by Roman designs and Remembrance artwork.
We also enjoyed a wide range of enrichment experiences, including swimming, theatre and cinema trips, Rocksteady concerts, outdoor learning, forest school activities, and inspiring visitors. Kindness Week, Anti-Bullying Week, and Remembrance Day gave us important opportunities to reflect and support others.
The festive season brought even more excitement, from Snowball the Elf’s antics to Santa Dash, Christmas dinners, performances, and a magical visit from Santa himself.
A huge thank you from all in Year 4 for the gifts and well wishes sent our way, we are truly grateful!
Our Virtual Classroom for the Spring term is attached, alongside a wealth of resources on our class Google Classroom, should you wish to complete any additional home learning over the festive break.
We are incredibly proud of how hard Year 4 have worked this term — not just in their learning, but in showing kindness, resilience, and teamwork every day. Thank you to Team TSP and our families for making this term so special. We wish you a joyful Christmas and look forward to welcoming you back in the New Year!
Reminders for next term:
- PE days are Thursday and Friday.
- Outdoor learning sessions continue every Friday morning – please bring a change of clothes, trainers, or wellies.
- Spellings have been uploaded onto Google Classroom and will be tested on 16.1.26 - second week back to school.
- Monday 12th January - Year 4 Inspiration Train Visit.
Date: 15th Dec 2025 @ 2:30pm
As we reach the end of this first term in Reception, we just want to say a huge thank you to all our wonderful parents for your support—it has made such a difference.
To our amazing children: you have settled into school life so beautifully, made new friends, learned so much, and most importantly, had lots of fun! We are so proud of each and every one of you.
We hope you all enjoy a truly magical Christmas filled with joy and laughter. Thank you for your kind wishes, lovely cards, and thoughtful gifts—they mean so much to us.
Please see our updated virtual classroom attached to this blog if you would like to explore any of the themes we will be exploring after the half term.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us in Reception!
Reminder:
School will re-open on Tuesday 6th January 2026
Date: 14th Dec 2025 @ 8:11pm
What a wonderful final few days of the term it has been in Year 6, bringing to a close what has been a fantastic autumn term. Throughout the past few months, the children have continually impressed us with their effort, resilience and achievements. As we look ahead with excitement to the new year, a well-earned Christmas break now awaits - along with plenty of special moments to be shared with family and friends.
Despite the shorter week, it has still been packed full of memorable highlights, and here are just a few…
We kicked off the week with the completion of our ‘Author Book’ work based on the powerful story, ‘Star of Fear, Star of Hope’. The children’s beautiful and poignant writing was accompanied by beautiful illustrations to bring their work to life and deepen the impact of the story. The care, thought and maturity shown by the children was evident throughout, resulting in a truly impressive final piece of work.
The following day, we enjoyed Christmas Party Day, filled with singing, dancing and board games, before settling down to watch the festive favourite, The Christmas Chronicles, accompanied by popcorn and hot chocolate.
Our autumn term came to a close on Wednesday with the Christmas Service at St Peter’s Church. It is always lovely to return to a setting that holds so many memories for the children and they enthusiastically joined in with the hymns and carols from the balcony, proudly supporting our friends in Year 4 who led the service beautifully. The service provided a calm and reflective end to the term, reminding us all of the true meaning of Christmas.
All that remains is to wish our Year 6 families a very happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year. We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the generous cards, gifts and kind messages received by the Year 6 team this week. These gestures are never expected, but they are so appreciated and mean a lot.
As the autumn term draws to a close, it’s time for Year 6 to step into the excitement and magic of Christmas. Enjoy this special time together as a family, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2026.
Merry Christmas! 🎄✨
Reminders:
- No new homework will be set during the Christmas break, however the Year 6 ‘Virtual Classroom’ has been updated and attached to this blog, which includes links to a variety of websites and resources. All pupils' individual passwords can all be found on Google Classroom. Don't forget, there is also the ‘Practice’ section on SATs Companion where the children can choose any topic they wish to practise for Maths, Reading, SpaG or Science.
- No new spellings will be set during the Christmas break. If the children would still like to practise, the Year 5/6 Statutory Spellings lists have been attached to Google Classroom. These are key words that we’ll all be working on throughout Year 6, with the aim of spelling as many as possible with confidence by the end of the year. The children could choose a few tricky words, test themselves or even try writing them in some festive sentences.
-School will reopen on Tuesday 6th January.
Date: 12th Dec 2025 @ 2:16pm
What a lovely festive week we have had in year 2!
In Maths, we have continued with our shape topic. We have worked on counting edges and vertices on different 3D shapes and also continued patterns using 3D shapes making sure that we all know the different shape names. Our next maths topic will be money.
In RE, we have continued to look at the Nativity story. This week we looked at the role of Angel Gabriel and why it is important to deliver good news. We then looked at a tour of Blackburn Cathedral and looked at the different representations of angels in the Cathedral. We also looked at different pieces of artwork and then created our on angel artwork.
This week we continued with our coding work in Computing.The children learnt how to put a repeat code into Scratch Junior and watched the effect that this had on their characters.
We have enjoyed many festive celebrations including the lovely production of the Christmas Story by Churches Together, the present room, a delicious Christmas dinner and the fantastic TSP Christmas Extravaganza which included a magical visit to see Father Christmas in his grotto.
Reminders:
- Tuesday 16th December - Christmas Party Day
- Wednesday 17th December - Finish at 1pm
Date: 11th Dec 2025 @ 8:19pm
What a fantastic week we’ve had in Year 5! The children have worked incredibly hard, but we’ve also enjoyed plenty of festive fun along the way.
In English, we completed our twisted fairytales and published them in our special Author Books, complete with creative illustrations. The children were so proud of their beautifully presented work – and rightly so!
In Maths, we continued our learning on fractions, focusing on mixed and improper fractions. We also used our understanding of equivalent fractions to compare and order them. Great perseverance and problem-solving from everyone!
In Science, we concluded our topic on materials by exploring reversible and irreversible changes. It was fascinating to see how much knowledge the children have gained.
In Spanish, we practised giving directions and naming places around the city. Through listening, reading, writing and speaking activities, the children demonstrated just how much they’ve learned this term.
In History, we delved deeper into the world of the Maya civilisation. We learned about Mayan Gods and Goddesses, cracked the Mayan number system, and discovered the significance of Chichen Itza. The children were captivated by this ancient culture!
On Tuesday, we all enjoyed the RockSteady performances. Our talented musicians played together with confidence and style – we were so proud of our superstars!
On Wednesday, we tucked into a fantastic Christmas dinner, complete with crackers and festive music. A huge thank you to our amazing kitchen team for such a delicious meal!
Finally, on Friday, we had an incredible time at the Christmas Extravaganza. Thank you to Team TSP for all their hard work in making this event so special. We are all feeling very Christmassy now!
Reminders for next week
- Class party is on Tuesday 16th December.
- No swimming next week. This will start again on Wednesday 7th January.
- Term finishes at 1pm on Wednesday 17th December.
Date: 11th Dec 2025 @ 3:20pm
This week has been full of learning, creativity, and festive fun!
In RE, we reflected on everything we’ve learned this term. We remembered the story of 'Papa Panov' and how he was called by God. We had a thoughtful discussion about whether people feel the presence of God in the same way, and it was really interesting to hear everyone’s ideas.
In Maths, we’ve been working hard on dividing by 3 and 4, and we’ve started learning the 8 times table. The children are becoming confident mathematicians and are spotting patterns between the tables.
In English, we’ve been busy writing our own fantasy stories. Not only did we become authors, but we also turned into illustrators by painting pictures to go with our writing. The classroom has been filled with imagination and colour!
We also enjoyed watching the rest of the Rock Steady concerts, which were brilliant. Another highlight was the Nativity play by Churches Together. Some of our children even got to dress up and take part, which made it extra special.
On Wednesday, we sat down together for our Christmas dinner with crackers, hats, and plenty of jokes. Then on Friday, it was Christmas Jumper Day and the big Extravaganza! The children played Christmas games, laughed a lot, and had so much fun. A huge thank you to Team TSP for organising such a wonderful event.
To finish off the week, we tried something new, speed stacking! It was exciting to learn and everyone enjoyed the challenge.
Reminders:
- Tuesday 16th December - Christmas Party Day
- Wednesday 17th December - Finish at 1pm
Date: 11th Dec 2025 @ 2:12pm
The second-to-last week of term is upon us, and it’s been packed with learning and festive fun!
English saw us diving into the rules of writing dialogue. The children practised using speech marks correctly and created conversations between Hannah and Gorilla from Anthony Browne’s story, bringing their personalities to life.
Maths was all about exploring area. We calculated the area of shapes by counting squares, then got creative by making area robots, designing area zoos, and comparing the areas of different shapes to see which were the biggest and smallest.
RE gave us the chance to use our 4C thinking skills as we looked back on this term’s learning about symbols and light and their significance in the Christian faith.
Science took us on a journey through the digestive system, discovering how food is broken down and learning about the internal organs that make this process possible.
The festive celebrations continued with a trip to the Present Room, a wonderful production of the Christmas Story by Churches Together, a delicious Christmas Dinner Day, the dazzling TSP Extravaganza, and even a magical visit to see Santa in his grotto.
A huge thank you to Team TSP for making all these experiences possible – we are so grateful for their hard work and dedication in creating such a memorable week for everyone.
Reminders:
- Tuesday 16th December - Christmas Party Day
- Wednesday 17th December - Year 4 Christmas Church Service 9.15am
- Wednesday 17th December - Finish at 1pm
Date: 11th Dec 2025 @ 1:23pm
What a magical and memorable week it’s been in Year 1 – full of learning, laughter, and Christmas cheer!
This week, we proudly completed our Maths topic on shape. The children have worked so hard exploring 2D shapes, learning all about their vertices and sides. We enjoyed lots of practical activities in the classroom – from making shapes out of play dough to drawing and labeling them with care. It was wonderful to see the children confidently identifying shapes and explaining their properties. Their enthusiasm for spotting shapes around the classroom was infectious, and we can’t wait to build on this knowledge in the new year!
In RE, we began our new topic: Christmas – Giving and Receiving Gifts. We had some fantastic discussions about the different shapes and sizes gifts can come in, but more importantly, what really makes a gift special. The children shared thoughtful ideas about kindness, love, and the joy of giving. We also learned that the birth of Jesus was the most precious gift of all – a gift from God to the world. It was lovely to see how deeply the children understood this message.
Of course, the Christmas magic didn’t stop there! Our cheeky elf was up to more mischief this week, leaving little messes behind. The children decided to take action – they wrote polite notes asking him to be cleaner and tidy up after himself!
We also had some very special festive treats this week. We enjoyed a Christmas party with Formby High, which was full of fun and excitement. On top of that, we were lucky enough to visit the wonderful Present Room and do some of our own Christmas shopping! The children cannot wait for you to see the gifts they have chosen – they were so thoughtful in their choices.
To finish the week, Friday was a fun-filled extravaganza! We want to say a huge thank you to all the helpers in school and to our amazing families for donating treats, prizes, and their time. You have helped make this week truly magical for the children.
Reminders
- All jumpers left in school will be in a box for parents to check between Monday–Wednesday. After this, they will be moved to the parent room. If you are missing any cardigans or jumpers, please do check this box.
- Please ensure all jumpers and cardigans are clearly labelled so they can always be returned.
- Children will not be bringing books home over the holidays. We encourage you to read their favourite books together to keep their love of reading alive.
- Phonics QR codes have been sent out, children should practice these over the next few weeks to support their sound knowledge.
Have a wonderful Christmas and a happy, restful holiday!
Date: 10th Dec 2025 @ 7:55pm
What a wonderfully festive week we have had!
We began the week with our annual ‘Santa Dash', taking place at Forest School, where Santa needed our help to track down some very cheeky little elves! Thankfully, with a sprinkle of magic elf dust and lots of eager detective work, we managed to find all nine hiding elves. A brilliant start to our Christmas countdown!
Our classroom—and our feelings—have been overflowing with excitement as we’ve shared news from home, explored traditions, and soaked up all the seasonal sparkle. We talked about Christmas customs, especially the delicious food that comes with them, which inspired us to make our own mince pies. The children were fantastic bakers and very proud of their creations!
On Tuesday, Caroline joined us for Godly Play, where we each made a beautiful ‘Christingle’ and learned all about the special meaning behind it. The children listened with such interest and care.
Wednesday brought one of the highlights of the season: Christmas Lunch! Complete with table crackers, jokes, and plenty of giggles, it was a joyful feast. A huge thank you to Tim, Amanda and Jackie for filling our tummies and our hearts.
Later in the day, during WOW service in Church, we had the absolute privilege of watching Reception perform ‘The Nativity’. Their wonderful retelling of the birth of baby Jesus helped bring that very special night to life for us.
Many of the children also began their Christmas shopping with a visit to our ‘Christmas Present Room’, kindly organised and provided by Team TSP! They were so thoughtful in choosing gifts—they really loved the experience.
Friday was our Festive Christmas Extravaganza! Dressed in our Christmas jumpers, we threw ourselves into the fun and excitement of the day—and we were even lucky enough to visit Santa himself! A hugh thank you again to Team TSP for giving up your time to organise another fabulous event, we all loved every minute!
Keeping with the seasonal theme, in Early Listening we’ve been tuning into the sounds of Christmastime —everything from Santa’s jolly “Ho, ho, ho!” to carol singing and even the soft clip-clop of reindeer hooves. In Maths, we have continued building simple repeating patterns using gift bows and other festive objects, as well as counting small groups and recognising numbers to five.
We’ve also treasured our daily stories from the ‘storybook advent calendar’, plus tales created from the children’s favourite characters and objects.
I'd like to also applaud each child — we have a class full of superstar coat zip fasteners! Their perseverance has been incredible; they’ve shown true SHINE spirit in having a go and not giving up - just like Leo!
Well, I can hardly believe we are approaching the end of our very first term. Your children have absolutely blown me away with their enthusiasm, kindness and resilience. I hope they have loved every minute as much as I have.
Wishing you all a weekend full of love, warmth and festive fun—bring on next week!
Warm wishes,
Mrs Grayson and the Nursery Team
Date: 9th Dec 2025 @ 2:10pm
What a Festive and Fun-Packed Week!
Wow—what an amazing week we’ve had in Reception! We are so proud of the children and especially proud of their Christmas Nativity performance in church. They truly sang their hearts out and shared the true meaning of Christmas so beautifully. Thank you to all of you for coming to watch this special performance—it meant so much to the children.
The celebrations didn’t stop there! The children enjoyed a week full of festive fun, including:
· Santa Dash at Forest School
· Making Christingles
· Christmas Present Room
· A delicious Christmas Dinner (as tasty as ever!)
· A lively Christmas Party led by students from Formby High, where Reception joined Year 1 for games and laughter in the school hall—thank you, Formby High!
· And to finish the week, the incredible Christmas Extravaganza organised by Team TSP—thank you for making the day so special! There was even a visit from Father Christmas himself, which made the day truly magical.
The children had an amazing time and are definitely feeling festive!
Amid all the excitement, we still managed to squeeze in some learning:
In Maths, the children explored the difference between key events in their daily routine. They learned to recognise what happens during the day compared to at night and used words like first, then, after, before, day, night, morning, afternoon, today, and tomorrow to describe events.
Enjoy your festive weekend! We’re looking forward to our last few days before Christmas and making even more magical memories together.
Thank you for all your support during this busy festive season—it truly makes these moments even more special for the children. Whether it’s cheering them on at the Nativity, helping with learning at home, or simply sharing the excitement of Christmas, your involvement means so much.
We’re so proud of everything the children have achieved this term and can’t wait to enjoy the last few magical days together before the holidays. Wishing you a joyful, Christmassy weekend filled with laughter and happy memories!
Mrs Molloy, Mrs Bevin and the Reception team
Date: 9th Dec 2025 @ 1:30pm
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As we come to the end of our final full week before the Christmas break, Year 6 are finishing the term with the same fantastic energy, enthusiasm and determination that they have shown all year. With just a short three-day week still to come, the children have been making the most of every moment - celebrating successes, enjoying festive activities and continuing to work hard right up to the end of term.
In Maths this week, Year 6 have been busy sharpening their fraction skills, with a festive twist! Mr Hirst’s group have been working hard on fractions through Christmas-themed problem solving, bringing some seasonal fun into their learning while continuing to build confidence and accuracy. Meanwhile, Mr McCabe’s group have been focusing on converting between fractions, decimals and percentages, before extending their understanding further with percentage increase and decrease. They even put their skills to the test by planning a summer holiday for their teacher, using real-life budgeting and calculations. A brilliant way to see just how Maths can be used in the real world.
In English, Year 6 reached the powerful conclusion of ‘Star of Fear, Star of Hope’ and reflected deeply on its themes of courage, friendship and survival. As part of our ‘Author Book’ work, the children wrote up their final pieces - a beautifully crafted flashback narrative retold from Lydia’s point of view. Writing as Lydia, who was now a grandmother, the children reflected back on the fateful night that she left Helen’s sleepover to warn her family and escape from being captured like so many other Jewish people of the time. The quality of writing and depth of understanding shown in these final pieces was truly impressive and the children captured emotion, tension and reflection with real maturity and flair.
We have also been busy with our Sing and Praise rehearsals as we prepare for next week’s Christmas Service at St Peter’s Church. The children have been practising a range of hymns, including much-loved classics such as ‘Away in a Manger’ and ‘It Was on a Starry Night’. Their enthusiasm and commitment have filled the classroom and school hall with festive spirit and we can’t wait to share this with our school community alongside our friends in KS1 and KS2.
An undoubted highlight of our week was our visit to the Christmas Extravaganza, our wonderful school Christmas fair. Year 6 had a brilliant time exploring all the festive stalls, trying out the games and, of course, visiting Santa’s grotto. As always, the children showed real maturity and kindness with their Reception buddies too as they assisted them with navigating the fair, supporting them to both join in the fun and enjoy everything on offer. A huge thank-you to Team TSP for organising such a fantastic event. The effort, imagination and festive spirit that went into the Christmas Extravaganza made it a truly magical experience for everyone.
From the excitement of the Christmas Present Room to the buzz of the Christmas Extravaganza and even a brilliant Rocksteady concert, it has certainly been a week to remember in Year 6. With only two and a half school days left of 2025 before the Christmas break begins, we’re looking forward to ending the term with plenty more smiles, sparkle and seasonal cheer. Until then, enjoy the weekend!
Reminders:
-The final Maths and English homework of 2025 has been set via the SATs Companion platform (Mr McCabe's Group) and sent home in books (Mr Hirst's Group). This is due to be completed on or before next Wednesday (17th).
-As we reach the end of term, there won’t be any new spellings set over the Christmas break. If the children would still like to practise, the Year 5/6 Statutory Spellings lists have been attached to Google Classroom. These are key words that we’ll all be working on throughout Year 6, with the aim of spelling as many as possible with confidence by the end of the year. The children could choose a few tricky words, test themselves, or even try writing them in some festive sentences.
Date: 5th Dec 2025 @ 2:57pm
In Maths, we have continued with our shape topic. This week we have worked on horizontal and vertical and linked this to lines of symmetry. We have then moved onto sorting shapes by the number of sides and vertices and worked on 3D shapes. Next week we will be working on knowing the amount of faces, edges and vertices that different 3D shapes have.
In English, we have started writing an information text about the Great Fire of London incorporating all of the information and facts that we have learnt so far. We can't wait to see the finished pieces of writing.
In Outdoor Education we created a piece of art using natural resources in small groups. It was great to see everyone's creativity and teamwork to create their ideas.
In Computing, we started our online coding topic. The children were introduced to the app Scratch Junior and the key words of coding and debugging. The children explored what the different blocks in Scratch Junior do when they are added to the code and practised fixing any problems with their code.
In RE, we focussed on the shepherds within the nativity story, how they spread the good news and why they shared the news.
We enjoyed watching the Rock Steady Concert where our friends performed in their own bands. It was brilliant to see them play instruments and sing so enthusiastically.
We had a lovely Friday completing our Santa Dash and trying to work out the clues for each elf. We all worked well together to work out which one of the 9 elves was missing.
Reminders:
- Wednesday 10th December: Christmas Dinner Day.
- Friday 12th December: Christmas Jumper Day and Extravaganza.
Date: 4th Dec 2025 @ 8:15pm
What a magical and memorable week it’s been in Year 1 – full of sparkle, surprises, and festive joy!
The highlight of our week was, of course, performing our Year 1 Nativity! We are so proud of ourselves. Every child shone on stage, delivering their lines, singing beautifully, and performing with such confidence. It truly was a special moment, and we hope you all enjoyed watching it as much as we enjoyed putting it together.
In RE, we began our new topic, all about the Nativity Story. We explored two different tellings of the story and talked about which parts we liked best. The children shared thoughtful ideas about what they felt were the most important moments, and we finished by recreating our very own nativity scene in the classroom. It was lovely to see how much they already understand about this special story.
In Maths, we continued our learning on shapes, diving deeper into 2D and 3D shapes. The children learned how to spot them in the classroom, name their properties, and explain how they are different. We will be continuing this learning next week, and the children are already excited to discover even more!
But this week had an extra sprinkle of excitement… because our cheeky elf made an appearance! He spent the week playing a sneaky game of hide and seek, leaving us clues each day. The children decided that enough was enough – they wrote him some brilliant letters, set some clever traps, and waited patiently. Finally, on Friday, he came out to play! It seems he had read all of our fantastic letters and was desperate to become part of the Year 1 class.
I am incredibly proud of you all this week. Your hard work, creativity, and festive spirit have been wonderful to see. You all deserve a restful, joy-filled weekend.
Date: 4th Dec 2025 @ 4:23pm
In RE, we reflected on the meaning of Emmanuel, which means 'God with us'. We talked about why Christmas is such an important time for Christians and how it reminds us of hope, joy, and togetherness.
This week in English we have been busy planning our very own fantasy stories. First, we created detailed character descriptions for our main heroes and villains. Then we practiced writing setting descriptions, imagining magical forests, mysterious caves, and enchanted castles. We’ve been working hard to use similes, adjectives, and prepositions to make our writing more exciting. Finally, we planned out our storylines, ready to bring our adventures to life!
In Maths, we have been practicing multiplying and dividing by 3. We used number patterns, games, and challenges to help us remember our facts. Everyone is becoming much more confident with their 3 times tables!
Our History lessons took us back in time to Skara Brae, a Stone Age village in Scotland. We explored how the artefacts found there, like tools, furniture, and jewellery, help us understand what life was like thousands of years ago. It was amazing to think about how people lived without the things we use every day.
In Design and Technology, we got creative in the kitchen! We made our own seasonal vegetable tarts. After baking, we tasted them and wrote evaluations about the flavours and textures. Some were delicious, and some had very “interesting” combinations, but we all had fun being chefs!
We also enjoyed our outdoor learning sessions. Using natural materials, we built houses and gardens for fantasy characters such as fairies. It was wonderful to see our imaginations come to life outside, combining creativity with teamwork.
We loved watching the Rock Steady concerts, where our friends performed in their own bands. It was inspiring to see them play instruments and sing with so much confidence. We clapped, cheered, and danced along!
One of the highlights of the week was the Santa Dash. In groups, we raced around the school following clues to find hidden elves. It was full of laughter, teamwork, and festive excitement!
Reminders:
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Tuesday 9th December: Rocksteady Concert.
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Wednesday 10th December: Christmas Dinner Day.
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Friday 12th December: Christmas Jumper Day and Extravaganza.
Date: 4th Dec 2025 @ 4:05pm
This week has been full of creativity, learning, and exciting experiences!
In English, we have planned and begun writing our Golden Pen stories. The children have loved using their imagination to develop interesting characters and vivid settings. We can’t wait to see the finished pieces—they’re shaping up to be fantastic!
In Maths, our focus has been on fractions. We’ve learned how to calculate equivalent fractions and how to convert improper fractions into mixed numbers. The children have worked hard and shown great perseverance with these new skills.
In RE, we explored a range of Nativity artwork from around the world. It was fascinating to discuss the similarities and differences in how this special story is represented across cultures.
For our investigations in Science, we looked at ways to separate mixtures using filtering, sieving, and magnets. The children enjoyed the hands-on activities and were able to explain how each method works.
Our Computing unit, My Online Self, encouraged thoughtful discussions about online identity and safety. We explored topics such as self-image, online relationships, managing information, reputation, and privacy. The children showed great maturity in their responses.
In Spanish, we wrote wonderful descriptions of our local cities. The children worked hard to choose appropriate adjectives and ensure their verbs agreed correctly.
On Wednesday afternoon, Year 5 had a fabulous time at the Empire Theatre watching Matilda the Musical. It was an incredible show, and we were so proud of how beautifully the children behaved throughout the trip.
Finally, we had lots of fun with this year's Santa Dash, finding the clues and working out which elf was the odd one out. A big thank you to Miss McVey for organising this.
Reminders for next week:
- The last swimming before Christmas is on Wednesday 10th December. Please ensure all earrings are removed to ensure your child can swim.
- Christmas dinner- Wednesday 10th December
- Christmas jumper day and Team TSP Extravaganza- Friday 12th December
- Bikeability is rescheduled for the week of 12th January. Information to follow.
Date: 3rd Dec 2025 @ 7:55pm
What a magical week we’ve had in Nursery!
We are simply bursting with pride after our ‘Nursery Christmas Sing-a-long’. What a wondrous moment of joy, pride, and fulfilment it was as we performed together. The children were outstanding — singing their festive songs beautifully for all their families. Dressed in our Christmas tops and performing as a true team, we absolutely blew everyone away… and rightly so! To celebrate our wonderful achievement, we enjoyed a tasty treat including a delicious hot chocolate!
With the arrival of 1st December, something very exciting happened… we discovered a few mysterious boxes in our classroom. Inside, we found ‘Santa’ and cotton wool, a special Santa-face countdown to Christmas, and an advent calendar containing a new book to discover and share each day. The children loved exploring the treasures and have been full of festive excitement ever since.
In Early Listening, we have been exploring a selection of percussion instruments, learning their names, experimenting with sound patterns, and discovering how to adjust volume — from soft, gentle jingles to loud, confident bangs! It has been wonderful to see the children grow more aware of how sound works.
In Maths, we have continued to explore simple repetitive patterns. We are becoming so confident that many children can now spot when an ‘AB pattern’ is wrong — a fantastic skill that shows just how much their mathematical thinking is developing.
Our festive classroom continues to spark joy, curiosity, and creativity. This week we enjoyed reading ‘A Christmas Story’ by Brian Wildsmith, learning about the very special night when Baby Jesus was born and the wondrous events surrounding it. The children listened with such interest and shared some beautiful reflections of their own.
We ended our week by making the most of the slightly milder weather. Outside, we especially enjoyed playing ‘Follow the Leader’ and pretending to dive into a swimming pool for a ‘swim’ — so much laughter, fun, and imaginative play!
What a week it has been! With singing, stories, celebrations, and festive magic filling our days, we can’t help but wonder… can Nursery life get any better?
We can’t wait to see what next week brings!
Thanking you for your continued support, warmest wishes,
Mrs Grayson and the Nursery Team
Date: 3rd Dec 2025 @ 11:00am
Advent is Here – The Countdown to Christmas Begins! Can you believe we’ve already started Advent and the countdown to Christmas? The children have been full of excitement with the arrival of our Christmas tree and the joy of sharing a special Christmas story each day. What a magical time of year!
The children have been busy recapping and practising their phonics skills. They are enjoying showing off what they’ve learned by writing simple words and reading and matching captions. Your support at home makes a big difference! Please keep using the phonics videos we’ve provided—every little bit helps.
In maths, we’ve introduced an important idea: all numbers are made up of smaller numbers called parts. Learning to see a whole number and its parts at the same time is a key step in developing number sense. The children have been confidently talking about the parts they can see and understand that these smaller numbers can be combined to make the whole.We’ve also been exploring shapes! The children have noticed squares and rectangles all around them and begun to describe their properties. We’ve introduced mathematical language such as sides, straight, and corners. They now know that both squares and rectangles have four straight sides and four corners.
We’ve listened to The Christmas Story and learned about the true meaning of Christmas. The children have also been working very hard practising their singing for the Nativity performance next week—we can’t wait to share it with you!
Thank you for all the support you give at home—it truly makes a difference in your child’s learning journey. Whether it’s practising phonics, spotting shapes around the house, or sharing a Christmas story together, these small moments help build big skills.
We’re so proud of how hard the children are working and how excited they are for the festive season. Enjoy making magical memories this weekend, and we can’t wait to see you at the Nativity next week!
Mrs Molloy, Mrs Bevin and the Reception team
Date: 2nd Dec 2025 @ 12:23pm
What a fun, busy and festive week it has been in Year 6 as we welcomed the start of Advent! The classroom has been buzzing with excitement as we’ve thrown ourselves into seasonal activities, begun our preparations for Christmas and taken time to reflect on the true meaning of this special season. From a trip to the theatre to the Santa Dash to moments of quiet reflection, it’s been a wonderful start to Advent and a week full of joy and togetherness.
In Maths, we’ve been cementing our fractions knowledge through a series of Christmas-themed Blookets. The children have also been practising dividing and multiplying fractions, as well as comparing and ordering them. It has been brilliant revision of these key skills as we move further into Advent.
In English, we have been using ‘Star of Fear, Star of Hope’ to describe key scenes and events from the story, focusing on the use of the passive voice to show how powerless the Jewish people were during this time. The children have also had the opportunity to learn about and apply semi-colons; they now have a much stronger grasp of how to use them effectively. We look forward to seeing this skill used more independently throughout their writing.
In RE, we explored the Advent wreath and the meaning behind each of its candles. We also focused on Mary, creating word clouds to represent her key role in the life of Jesus. The children reflected on descriptions such as Morning Star, Quiet Light, Chosen One, Full of Grace, and Blessed, developing a deeper understanding of her importance during Advent.
We also enjoyed a fantastic trip to the Liverpool Empire Theatre, joining our friends in Years 3, 4 and 5 to watch Matilda. The children were captivated from start to finish and it was a wonderful opportunity to experience live theatre together. The excitement on the way there and the joyful chatter afterwards made it a memorable highlight of our week.
As Advent ticks on, we can hardly believe there are only a few school weeks left of term! We fully expect them to be filled with even more festive fun. Wishing you all an enjoyable weekend and we look forward to another fun-filled week ahead in Year 6!
Date: 1st Dec 2025 @ 8:54pm
We’ve had a fantastic week filled with learning, festive fun, and excitement as we welcomed a very special visitor – Snowball, our mischievous Elf on the Shelf!
In Collective Worship and RE, we reflected on the theme of togetherness, sharing times when we have felt a sense of belonging. We also recalled the Nativity story and created a beautiful craft for the nativity scene, reminding us of the importance of this story during the festive season.
Lots of us enjoyed a visit to the Liverpool Empire Theatre to watch the incredible Matilda musical. The talent on stage was truly inspiring, and we reflected on how, by using our school value of hope, we can achieve amazing things too.
On Tuesday, we put on a special performance to showcase the songs and musical talents we’ve been developing with Mr Mannings from Liverpool Cathedral. We hope our singing filled you with festive spirit and joy!
In English, we have been revisiting fronted adverbials, remembering why and how to incorporate them into our writing to make our sentences more descriptive and engaging. In Maths, our focus this week was on estimating, connecting our known rounding facts and exploring area. The children worked hard to apply these skills in different contexts.
We had a very mischievous guest arrive in our classroom this week – Snowball, our Elf on the Shelf! Snowball has already been up to lots of tricks, including using our pom-pom jar as a ball pit, abseiling through the classroom, and even making some of our classroom objects magically disappear!
We also took part in a very exciting Santa Dash! The children dashed around the school grounds solving clues to find the missing elves who had been hiding. Each clue brought us closer to discovering which elves were ready to help with the festivities and which cheeky elf hadn’t turned up this year.
As part of our outdoor learning session this week, we foraged for pinecones in the local park and created our own festive gonks, complete with felt hats and little white noses – and they turned out very cute!
A huge well done to our incredible band members who took part in their Rocksteady concert this week. The bravery to get up on stage and perform as amazingly as you did was brilliant – we are so proud of you! We can't wait to see our other bands next week.
Reminders:
- PE lessons will take place on Tuesday and Friday for the rest of the term.
- Tuesday 9th December: Rocksteady Concert.
- Wednesday 10th December: Christmas Dinner Day.
- Friday 12th December: Christmas Jumper Day and Extravaganza.
Date: 28th Nov 2025 @ 4:07pm
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What a creative week we have had in year 2.
In Maths, we have started our new topic on 2D and 3D shape. The children have recapped on shape names and learnt about vertices and sides. We have introduced the words regular and irregular and talked about how shapes may not look regular but are still classed as a certain shape. Next week we will be working on symmetry of shapes and looking at the properties of different 3D shapes.
In English, we continued working on The Great Fire of London. This week we have researched facts about the fire service and compared it to the equipment and resources that were available in 1666.
In Design and Technology, we have created our own chairs for a bear. The children were shown different ways to make the seat and attach the legs and they then added their own details and ensured that it was strong enough to hold a bear. The class worked well and were able to bring their own creativity to their chairs.
In Science, we have continued working on the topic of materials. This week we tested out different materials to see if they would be waterproof and be strong enough to withstand the Big Bad Wolf trying to blow the house down.