Duathlon
The pupils of Boothferry Primary have taken their fitness to new heights by attempting to collectively bike and run the distance to a satellite above the earth, a whopping 717km!
Through the event, pupils have learnt about the exciting topic of Earth Observation. The ‘View from Space to Earth’ challenge is set by Team GB Paralympian Lauren Steadman and glaciologist Dr Anna Hogg – you can watch them set the challenge in the short video below.
The Triathlon Trust provides all the equipment required to participate including bikes mounted on turbo trainers (to make them static) fitted with trip computers to log the distance travelled. The activity is non-competitive, fully inclusive and suitable for children of all levels of ability.
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.”
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.”
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“This school meets our expectations in every way.”
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The stimulating learning environment. ”
“My children are developing very well in school.”
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.”
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.”
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.”
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. ”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.”
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.”
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.”
“Since the new Head and Deputy have arrived, so many things have changed. The school is alive now!.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.”
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.”
“The new website is fantastic. It is up to date and it is great to see what the children have been doing.”
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“The New Head teacher and deputy. ”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.”
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“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“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.”
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“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 .“
“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.”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“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. ”
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“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 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.”
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“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.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“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.”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“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.”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“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 headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
