School news
Boothferry Friends’ Easter Stall
Easter raffle £1 per strip of 5 tickets. Guess the Bunny's name at 50p a guess. Gues the number of sweets in the jar
Easter Bingo
Easter Bingo Thursday 21st March 2024 3.30 - 5.00 p.m. in the school hall. Everyone welcome Buy your tickets at 3.30 p.m. £1
Year 6 Young Voices
Year 6 attended the Young Voices concert in Sheffield Arena. In the lead up to the event, they have been learning the songs: Matilda
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Excellent parent teacher evenings this week. Thanks to all who attended.
We enjoyed taste testing the healthy soup the children made in Science yesterday @mrsgrassby It was a hit with most of them. @BoothferryPS @MrsGibbins
It was lovely to be out in the sunshine working on our running speed and changes of directions. Great Effort 1GM! @BoothferryPS @mrsgrassby @MrsGibbins
I GM spoke with Jigsaw Jack today in Jigsaw time about the different members of their families. They had a thoughtful discussion about the fact that all families are different but the same because they all love each other❤️ @mrsgrassby @MrsManson1GM @MrCapewell77 @JigsawEduGroup
We are on our way home after an amazing trip to the circus!!! 🎪🤹♂️ @BoothferryPS @mrsgrassby @MrsManson1GM
What a wonderful entry point for our new topic this term ‘The Circus is Coming to Town’ 🎪🤹♂️ @BoothferryPS
We have loved travelling on the coach! 🎪🤹♂️ @BoothferryPS
Year 6 had a great afternoon trying out three Paralympic events - boccia, curling and goalball. Thank you Stacey Howard! @CarltonPS_SET @OutDoorTed2017
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“School leaders have taken effective action to ensure that pupils make at least good progress from their low starting points in reading,
writing and mathematics in all year groups.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“Teachers, including those who are new to teaching, have high expectations, and they plan creative lessons that spark pupils’ interest and inspire them to do well.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“Pupils who speak English as an additional language make rapid progress. Disadvantaged pupils are also supported well to make good,
and sometimes better, progress in reading, writing and mathematics.”
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The curriculum is well designed to include a range of exciting themes, visits and visitors to enhance pupils’ learning. Pupils become
confident individuals who are well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
“Children get off to a strong start in early years. This is due to effective leadership and skilful teaching. The proportion of children reaching a good level of development is improving yearon-year.”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“The headteacher, deputy headteacher and the assistant headteacher make an effective team. They sustain a culture of continuous i improvement through the school’s vision and specific learning goals, which include resilience, morality and adaptability.”
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“Pupils’ personal development and welfare are outstanding. Pupils thrive and are keen to learn. They know how to look after their
wellbeing and how to keep safe. The school is an inclusive and happy place.”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
