Latest activities, trips and events
Year 6 FAIRGROUNDS Exit Point
On Wednesday 18th October, Year 6 welcomed parents into school for their spectacular exit point celebrating the end of their Fairgrounds topic. We worked hard in DT lessons to create striking fairground rides (that actually work). We also made exquisite, mouth-watering, pearl-white chocolate apples. On display was our fabulous poetry to blow the minds of our parents. We also made some outstanding cartoon portraits with
We are the Champions
Our wonderful Girl's football team competed in the local school's competition at Goole Academy. For many of these girls, this is the first time that they have tried football. Coach Capewell said "The commitment that these girls showed and the effort that they put into every game was outstanding. They showed magnificent resilience" The final placings were very close, but Boothferry emerged victorious and will
R-evolution launch new premises
Boothferry pupils were invited as VIP's when our friends at R-evolution launched their new premises in Cottingham. For a few years, our successful bike library scheme has been running and it in this new workshop that our bikes are serviced and mended. The event, covered by national press and local TV, involved our pupils having a workshop on bike maintenance, being interviewed about their own
Helping Others
On Friday 29th September, we went to our local food bank. We were surprised to discover that they are given around four tons of food a year. They struggle to get food like canned meat. Sadly, 12% of people in our area are living in poverty. The volunteers at our church try to change this. They cook warm meals every Friday for people who need
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“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.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“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 kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“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.“
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“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 after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“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.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“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.”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“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.”
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
