The year three class had a very enjoyable trip to Flag Fen as part of their learning about the Stone Age to the Iron Age. The children uncovered artefacts in a dig, learning about the role of archaeologists and then discussed what they had found.

Pupils from years five and six enjoyed the opportunity to visit Loughborough University this week as part of a wider group with five other local schools. The children had a busy day experiencing different elements of the university campus. Thank you to Mrs Hollis for accompanying the children.

Thank you to Rev Alison and Rev Rosie for leading our Ash Wednesday service this week. The children enjoyed learning all about the significance of Lent to Christians and many decided to try having the ash cross on their forehead.

Year six were lucky enough to obtain tickets to the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden this half term.  They watched a contemporary opera called The Monstrous Child by Gavin Higgins, which was adapted by author Francesca Simon from her own novel. Puppetry and the inspiration of the Norse landscape contribute to the theatrical spectacle about Hel, the daughter of Norse God Loki and the giantess Angrboda. The class were delighted to have the chance to experience an art form that many had not encountered before.  We also followed this up with an arts project where the children created shadow puppets of gods and acted out elements of the opera.

Well done to the team of pupils from years five and six who represented our school in the recent matches at Market Harborough Football Club. The boys should be proud of their performances in very difficult conditions.

Well done to the team of pupils from years five and six who competed in the tournament held at Robert Smyth Academy this week. The team should be proud of their achievements, finishing fifth overall. Thank you to Mr Knowles for coaching the team.

It was a pleasure to take a group of year 6 pupils to take part in the service opening the new outdoor worship space at Launde Abbey. It was a pleasure to worship with staff and pupils from the three other Church schools in the Deanery. Thank you to Rev Alison for organising the event.

A group of year 5 children had a fantastic experience to take part in a writing workshop with children’s author Nick Cook. They enjoyed creating their own pieces, making a news report and learning all about how he became an author. Thank you to Mrs Byrne for accompanying the children and to St Cuthbert’s Great Glen CE Primary School for hosting the event.