Thursday saw our youngest children going on their first school trip to Bedgebury. It was not the glorious sunshine that we had hoped for but the children were amazing! From the coach trip, which caused much excitement, to the enormous number of playgrounds to explore, the children thoroughly enjoyed themselves, even in the rain! They challenged themselves, showing huge resilience and perseverance and also were wonderfully kind, encouraging and supportive to their friends. Well done, Reception - we are very proud of you.

Mrs Gibson entered the children from Dandelions and Conkers classes into an art competition organised by the National Trust. We are delighted to announce that three children from Conkers Class, Rose, Lizzy and Amber, were selected as winners.

As Rose was able to attend the competition launch event, she was invited to write an article for The Week Junior, which was published this week – a fantastic achievement.

Congratulations to Rose, Lizzy and Amber, and well done to all of the children who took part in the competition. We are very proud of your creativity and effort.

This week, we were delighted to welcome Cats Protection into Acorns and Bluebells classes. The children learnt all about how to care for cats properly, including providing them with fresh food and water, a safe place to sleep, regular play and exercise, and visits to the vet. We even had the opportunity to see a real microchip and the special reader used to scan it, helping us understand how microchips can help lost cats find their way home. The workshop helped the children understand the responsibilities of being a pet owner and how to ensure cats stay happy and healthy

Year 5 spent the latter part of the week at HIndleap Warren.

Activities included: abseiling, firepits, team building, high ropes and so much more.

The feedback has been amazing with children pushing themselves out of their comfort zones and giving everything a go. We were even told that lights were all out by 10:30pm on the last night! We could not be prouder of them as for many this was the first time staying away from home.

I am sure there are lifelong memories made which they will remember for a long time.

What an absolutely amazing May Fair we had this year! Despite the rain, it did not stop people joining in with the stalls, eating amazing cake and catching up with each other.

This event could absolutely not happen without our wonderful PTA, headed by the fabulous Mrs Keeley. We can not thank you enough for your hard work in making this event such a roaring success! The children were wonderful with their dancing, helping on certain stalls and there was an incredible community atmosphere. A key event which we look forward to every year. Thank you for supporting the school.

Whilst Acorns were at Forest School, the rest of the school met in the hall to take part in a Joe Wick's live workout. This was organised to promote physical activity and health in schools with over 1 million children taking part.

The children loved it!

Do have a look on YouTube at Joe's workout videos - Activate - which your children could enjoy at home.