Latest activities, trips and events
Scavengers and Settlers
'On Wednesday the 7th October, 3P and 3W went to the Library to learn more about Scavengers and Settlers. The first activity was we had to go upstairs and we learned about stones called fossils. The next activity was we had to draw a picture to go with a caption. The last activity was the hunt for cavemen things. Bethany and I found them all.
Football Tournament
On Tuesday 6th October our school took part in a fantastic football tournament hosted by Goole AFC. Children from Year 5 and Year 4 played five games and won three of them! They did particularly well as other teams were mostly made up of pupils from Year 6! Following the tournament lots of children and parents stayed behind to watch the cup match between Goole
Harvest Festival
On Thursday 1st October (EYFS and KS1) and Friday 2nd October (KS2), Boothferry Primary School celebrated Harvest with a variety of poems, songs and hymns. Over 400 parents attended the celebrations and thoroughly enjoyed seeing their children perform to such a high standard. We were overwhelmed with everybody's kind donations of food; our school entrance was bursting at the seams! On Friday evening Mr Capewell
The Great Fire of London
In Year 1 this week we have been learning about the Great Fire of London. We have extended our knowledge of timelines by sequencing the key events from the fire. “The fire was in 1666.” Angel “The houses were made of wood.” Keiran “The fire spread quickly because of the big wind.” Ethan “They went on boats to keep safe.” Maja In maths we have
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“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.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
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.“
“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.”
“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.”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“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.”
“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.“
“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 bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“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.”
“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.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“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 friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“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.”
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
