Latest activities, trips and events
Year 5 STEM Workshop
On Monday Year 5 were fortunate to have a workshop from STEM. As part of the day we looked at engineering mechanical catapults and looking at the best structures for building towers.
Noise Academy
Over 10 weeks Year 5 have been having DJ Coaching and learning how to DJ. Here is a selection of tracks: https://soundcloud.com/noiseacademyuk/sets/boothferry-primary-school https://twitter.com/3pbps/status/1113799378412740608?s=21 Some of our children's comments: 'I really liked how we could mix our own tracks!' 'I loved how we could use the equipment that actual DJ's use!' 'It was really interesting to see how music was created in this way!'
Year 2 Art
Year 2 Art Year 2 have been busy in Art this half term. We had a special visitor to help us to create our own lino prints as part of the Children and the Arts project. We linked it to our topic of "People of the Past" by researching famous people from Goole and creating prints to represent them. We researched Dorothy Bartlam
Curling Tournament 2019
Our annual Curling Tournament took place on Tuesday 12th February 2019. Teams from Boothferry, Airmyn, Marshlands and Parkside took part in this event. Children had to use accuracy and skill to get a high score on the curling mats. Boothferry Team Captain Finley commented 'We had so much fun at Curling club, it is great to be able to do different after-school clubs
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“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.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“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 bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“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 love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“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 joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“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 after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“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.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“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.”
