Latest activities, trips and events
Violin playing in 3P
Year 3 are extremely fortunate this term to be learning the Violin on a Tuesday morning. Today was our first lesson and the session is described by some of the children. Today a visitor came and his name is Mr Brewster. He came to teach us how to play a violin. He even taught us to pluck the strings on a violin. A violin is
Before they were famous
Ethan from Year 5 has been wowing the critics with his headline performance in Oliver, a Stagedoor Academy production. Several members of the school had the pleasure of watching Ethan, moving them to tears with his honest and heartbreaking performance. The video, captured by his mother is of 'Where is Love', from the first half. As well as a long list of lines, several solos
Cash For Kids Bike Ride
Boothferry children, staff & Viking Fm all supported Mr Sibley and Mr Capewell as they set off for their 59 mile bike ride challenge to Flamborough. This will raise money for the charity Cash for Kids, the official charity of Viking FM. If you would like to support this charity event please send donations into school, marked 'bike ride challenge donation'. Please click here to
High Melton Forest
Yesterday on Thursday 26th May 2016, Year 3 went to a trip to a Forest School in Doncaster. We were put into four groups and we had to make shelters out of long sticks and we put the sticks on a tree so they hold up. After a while when we finished making our shelters the teacher poured water on everyone’s shelters to see if
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“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.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“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.”
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“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.”
“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 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 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.”
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“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.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
