Latest activities, trips and events
Welcome Back
September is always an exciting time at Boothferry as we launch our New topics.
Our new-look library
It's all change at Boothferry Primary School. Mrs Aldridge, our IT Manager, has relocated into our small library and allowed us to refurbish the main library. It's looking good, but not quite finished. Watch this space...
Year 5 Maths Challenge
Year 5 children were challenged to design a theme park to scale and under budget as part of their Maths lessons. The different stages of their work are presented as a comic strip.
“My children are developing very well in school.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“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 stimulating learning environment. “
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“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.”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“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.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“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 best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“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.”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“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.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“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 bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“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 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.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“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.”
