Latest activities, trips and events
Cash for Kids
Watch the video below. Yes, you heard it right. After years of telling the children that resilience and hard work + healthy choices = opportunity, Mr Sibley and Mr Capewell have been set a HUGE challenge. TO CYCLE OVER 50 MILES IN ONE DAY! Goole - Flamborough. Alex and Emma from Viking FM set the challenge in a special assembly. They have chosen to raise money for Cash
Great year 4 writing!
Year 4 have been reading "The Great Kapok Tree" and decided to writing a diary from the point of view of the animals. Fantastic emotive writing! Click to see: Abbey's diary
EAL (English as an additional language) trip
On Wednesday 4th May, a selection of our EAL (English as an additional language) children from Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 took part in an exciting morning developing their English language speaking skills. We spent the morning at Tesco in Goole finding out about the store whilst learning lots of new words in English! The children took part in a mini treasure hunt around
Renewable Energy Sources
On Thursday 28th April Y5 enjoyed a morning finding out about renewable energy sources. The children took part in a variety of workshops aimed at educating our children about climate change, renewable energy and energy efficiency. The pupils worked with mini wind turbines, a solar hotbox and hydro-electric model and took part in lots of games and experiments. Thank you to Lucy Power and her
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“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.”
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“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. “
“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 teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“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.“
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“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 friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“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 amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“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.”
“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.”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“..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 choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“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.”
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“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.”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
