Latest activities, trips and events
KS1 Sports Day 2018
"In June 2018 Key Stage 1 had their sports day in Boothferry Primary School. Courage filled their eyes alongside determination. Laughter filled the air as they jumped and hopped and skipped. The 4 teams were Ennis, Adams, Cockroft and Brownlee, all went face-to-face to be crowned the winners. Our glorious winners for 2018 are Adams!" - Year 6 Child
High Adventure 2018
In May 2018, Year 6 went on a residential to High Adventure (which is situated in Cowling, in the Yorkshire Dales). We took part in a range of activities, including: stream scramble, climbing, caving, archery, abseiling, canoeing, zip wire, high and low ropes and weaselling. Throughout the week, different activities required people to push and challenge themselves to conquer their fears. We had
Ali Baba and the Bongo Bandits
Open sesame and discover a treasure-trove of fun and laughter as Year 6 perform this mystical musical comedy! So slip on your sandals for some sandy silliness as we take a thrilling carpet ride with Ali Baba and his crazy camel on an amazing Arabian adventure! The ancient city of Old Baghdad is in chaos. Whilst the bustling bazaar is overrun with ruthless
Y2 Continents
The children in 2B have had lots of fun learning the 7 continents and 5 oceans of the world. Here is a video of them rehearsing our rhymes. The children are hoping that other children in school will learn this too from watching their video. "When ever I have had a problem the staff on
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“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.“
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“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.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“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 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.”
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“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.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“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.”
“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.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“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 best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“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 stimulating learning environment. “
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
