Curriculum News
Year 3 leaflets in Pompeii!
In the spring term Year 3 produced leaflets providing information for tourists visiting the ruins of Pompeii. They used Publisher to design the leaflets and researched the information on the internet. Mr Possible took the
Year 2 at the Oscar Awards
Amazing finale to Year 2 topic "Media Magic". The children have learnt how to be Foley artists, script writers, animators, editors, directors and much more. The children planned their stories, wrote the scripts,
Year 1 Entry Point
This week in Year 1 we've had a very exciting start to our new topic 'Say Cheese!'. We set up our very own catwalk in the hall and the children came to school dressed as
Year 1 trip to Drax Power Station
Year 1 children enjoyed a trip to Drax Power station today and learnt all about how electricity is made and had a look around inside the Power Station.
Using adjectives to describe aliens
This week in Year 1 we have been creating our own aliens! We used a variety of materials to create our aliens, then we had to think of some adjectives to describe the aliens we
Volcanoes in Year 3
In year 3 over the last couple of weeks, they have had lots of fun exploring the different parts of volcanoes and understanding why we have natural disasters such as earthquakes in our world.
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“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.”
“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.”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“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.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“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.”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“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.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“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. “
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“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.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
