Year 4 Great Yorkshire Show Trip July 2023
Year 4 visited the Great Yorkshire Show as part of their topic ‘Different Places, Similar Lives’. Part of this topic was to look at agriculture and farming and to help understand the different type of farming in the UK.
The children were able to watch and participate in a range of activities from sheep shearing, sausage making, rural livestock and nature art- the list was endless!
They were fortunate to view many different animals including lamas, chicks, sheep, pigs and horses.
Here is a quote from one of the children:
We saw sheep dogs do really cool stuff. They separated 2 sheep from 5 sheep. We saw people trying to shear sheep as fast as they could. Fun fact someone has a record shearing 827 sheep! Two groups my group and another group got to see cows, bulls, horses and goats. Then we went to see horses jumping.
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“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.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“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 stimulating learning environment. “
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“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.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“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 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.”
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“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 best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“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.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“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.”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“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.”
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“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.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“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 seeing school events on Twitter.“