Blog Author: Mrs Newby

Year 5 and 6 representatives had a fantastic time at a multi-skills tournament yesterday. They took part in a round-robin of activities, practicing lots of different skills such as throwing, catching, aiming, and running. Everyone worked together as a team to achieve the best results they could.…

Year 3 and 4 representatives had a great time at the Boccia festival last week. They enjoyed playing as a team and learning this new game. Well done to everyone who took part. 

As part of Science Week, Year 5 were given the challenge of designing a way for Rapunzel to escape from her tower. The children came up with lots of imaginative ideas including slides, lifts, ladders, ropes and poles to help her get down safely. They then developed their designs further by adding…

Year 5 have had fun investigating different materials in Design and Technology. They explored a range of material properties, including whether materials were smooth or rough, waterproof, durable, strong, natural or man-made.

The children tested and discussed how different materials behave and…

Year 5 had a wonderful World Book Day and came to school dressed as their favourite book characters. We started the day with a live lesson where we heard from lots of famous people and footballers about how much they enjoy reading and why it is so important. The clear message from everyone was…

Year 5 had a wonderful visit to Egremont Library this morning! The children returned the books they borrowed on their previous trip and were excited to choose new ones to take back to school.

There was a fantastic range of genres to explore. Many pupils selected exciting fantasy and adventure…

Year 5 and 6 girls recently enjoyed an exciting rugby session delivered by coaches from Egremont Rangers.

During the session, the girls learned how to hold the ball correctly, practised accurate passing techniques, and developed some key basic rugby skills. The coaches made the activities fun…

Year 5 and 6 girls recently enjoyed an exciting rugby session delivered by coaches from Egremont Rangers.

During the session, the girls learned how to hold the ball correctly, practised accurate passing techniques, and developed some key basic rugby skills. The coaches made the activities fun…

Year 5 had an exciting and inspiring workshop delivered by STEM Ambassadors from Sellafield Ltd as part of Internet Safety Day. The session focused on the STEMFirst Cyber Fairy Tales Challenge, giving children the opportunity to explore the world of cyber security in a fun and interactive…

The Laudato Si group have really enjoyed taking part in the Big Schools’ Birdwatch 2026. They have been carefully counting the birds they see in our school grounds to help build a picture of bird life across the UK.

They are now going to continue their birdwatching at home to see if they can…

Year 5 and 6 representatives had a fantastic time at the Hollywood Bowling tournament today. They all improved their skills as the tournament progressed, and there were even a few strikes! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

For Safer Internet Day 2025, the theme was “Smart Tech, Safe Choices – Exploring the Safe and Responsible Use of AI.”

Year 5 learned about what artificial intelligence (AI) is and discussed its advantages and disadvantages. They agreed that AI can be very helpful for answering questions and…