Latest activities, trips and events
School Council at Parliament
On Friday 12th January 2018 our School Council had the opportunity to go to London and visit the Houses of Parliament. They made the most of their time in London, visiting Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and seeing the London Eye from across the River Thames. During their visit to the Houses of Parliament the children had many fantastic experiences, visiting the Queen's dressing room, the
Singing Assembly
We have had a really enjoyable year with our Singing Assemblies this year. We would like to share with you our Whole School Version of 'When you Say Nothing at All' which was performed at the Goole Christmas Lights Switch On Ceremony. Our performance even earned a mention on Twitter from Ronan Keating himself!
Assemblies
We have a new page on our website showing you all about our assemblies throughout the year. The page comes under the curriculum section of the website or you can click on this link Boothferry Assemblies
Railway Museum
Our Wednesday lunchtime club entered a competition at the national railway museum. For this we designed ten different baubles to be displayed on the christmas tree. They then let us go there along with other schools to view them on the tree. While we were there we took part in a series of events such as two workshops about the rocket to the bullet and
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“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.”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“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.”
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“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 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.”
“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 bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“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 kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“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.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“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 children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
