Latest activities, trips and events
Aliens love… Socks!
This week in Year 1 we have been reading "Aliens love underpants save the world". We retold the story in our own words, thinking carefully about the structure of our writing. On Wednesday, the Aliens visited us, leaving behind a trail of socks! We followed the trail to the school field where we found a giant sock hanging from the tree. When we returned to
Year 6 Entry Point
The first day back at school after the Christmas holidays, we came dressed as characters from myths or legends . We did a fashion show with a catwalk and everyone showed off their fabulous costumes. There was posing, we introduced our characters and shared some facts, such as where the story originated. We had lots of fun. At first, we were a little nervous, but
Well Done Mrs Marwood!
It was smiles all round for Mrs Marwood as she was awarded her 25 year service award by Mr M Harrington, a senior figure from the local authority. Having reached her milestone last term, she was the guest of honour in our Monday assembly. Mr Harrington remarked that hearing the children say please and thank you was the thing that Mrs Marwood liked best about
Active Planet
Year 3 have blasted back into the new term with the topic 'Active Planet'. When they entered the classroom on Tuesday, there was a giant earthquake crack down the classroom. They got straight to work investigating what had happened making their own news clips. The children also learnt first aid techniques and had fun with pastel drawings of earthquakes. As well as looking deeply into
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“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.”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“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.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“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 joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“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 son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“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.“
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“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 friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“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.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful 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.”
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“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.”
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“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.”
