Election fever
On Tuesday 5th May, Boothferry Primary School saw Election fever grip the children’s imagination. Members of 4E studied the main points of the different political parties and presented them to the whole school.
Firstly, the democratic process was explained, including the importance of the local MP and their role in improving Goole. The proportional representation system was illustrated and each of the Political Parties explained their main policies. Over the week, each pupil will visit the specially made voting booth and Boothferry will have its winner on Friday.
After the returning officer (Mrs Emmerson) had recounted the votes, we had a tie. the Boothferry General Election therefore elected a Coalition between Labour and the Green Party.
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“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
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“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
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“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“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.”
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
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“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.“
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confident individuals who are well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
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“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
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wellbeing and how to keep safe. The school is an inclusive and happy place.”
“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.”
“Pupils who speak English as an additional language make rapid progress. Disadvantaged pupils are also supported well to make good,
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“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
