School news
Valentine’s Discos
The Boothferry Friends' Association are holding 2 Valentine's Disco on Thursday 13th February. The Key Stage 1 disco (for Reception classes and Years 1
Boothferry Friends’ Raffle
Boothferry Friends' Association Raffle 25th September 2024 at the Boothferry Maths Festival Cash only please
KS2 Leavers’ Disco
Key Stage 2 Leavers' Disco Years 3, 4, 5 and 6. Thursday 18th July 2024 5.45 - 7.15 p.m. £2.50 per child. Refreshments and
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Thank you very much to all of the families that joined us for this morning’s Easter Bonnet Parade! 👒🐣 We can see how much effort each child put in to making their bonnets and I am so proud of everyone for having the confidence to walk the catwalk! 🤩 @BoothferryPS @MissWare18
Well done to last term’s reading superstars, N and O! N has wowed us with the progress that he has made with his reading this term and O continues to show a great attitude to reading at home! RA were also the winners of the reading competition and read 645 times!🤩 @BoothferryPS
Well Done to our VIP this week. She has tried incredibly hard to follow all of the school rules and work hard in every lesson. We are very proud of how she has settled after the Easter Break! @BoothferryPS @mrsgrassby
Here is this week’s VIP! He has tried really hard this week to follow instructions and be more independent and has really impressed us. Keep up the great work, superstar! @BoothferryPS
Kaiden asked if we could go to the library straight from football this morning. Not even home and he is glued to diary of a wimpy kid!!! Now he's gone to his room to read...who is this child 🤣 @BoothferryPS @MissMartinson1
We had a great start to our new science topic, Green Fingers, this afternoon. The children decorated plant pots and planted herbs in them. We’re really excited to see our characters’ herb hair grow! @BoothferryPS
Today we started our athletics unit of work and focused on speed whilst running and changing direction. @BoothferryPS @mrsgrassby
We had a great time at the Methodist church this afternoon. The children learnt about the Easter Story, sang songs and even had juice and biscuits. @BoothferryPS
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
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.”
“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.”
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“..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.”
“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.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“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.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“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.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“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.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“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.”
