Latest News
Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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Summer Fayre
Mon 15 Jul 2024We had a fantastic Summer Fayre last Friday; families supported our range of incredible stalls. It was a wonderful opportunity for visitors to mingle and indulge in candy floss, popcorn, ice-cream, food, bouncy castles, to name but a few. The turnout was fabulous and we would like to thank our families for supporting us as well as everyone who donated delicious cakes! We wish you a wonderful summer!
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Art Workers' Guild visit
Fri 12 Jul 2024This year, some of our pupils have taken part in specialist art workshops with artists from the Art Workers' Guild, and have enjoyed creating portraits, sculptures and stone carving!
The children's work was displayed in the Guild's gallery in London, and on 8th July, some of our Year 5 pupils went to see their work on display in the gallery. During their visit, they also had the opportunity to view the highly specialised art work completed by the Guild's artists.
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Year 5 End of Year Visit to Greenwich
Tue 09 Jul 2024On Tuesday, Maroon and Turquoise classes set off for Greenwich via the Elizabeth and DLR lines. Although it was a glum looking day, the looming rainclouds could not curb our excitement on visiting this historical area. Upon arrival, we meandered along the River Thames, observing the ebbing tide and spotting some famous landmarks such as the Old Royal Naval College, the Cutty Sark Clipper, the O2 across the water and even The Shard in the far distance. We then headed towards The Queen's House with its iconic columns and found shelter from the pouring rain inside the Maritime Museum. The museum has many fascinating areas to discover! It was soon lunchtime, and we headed back to the columns near the Queen's House, where we enjoyed lunch with a view. Our adventure was far from over, as we took a detour via the Greenwich foot tunnel, first opened in 1902, towards Island Gardens station, where we boarded a DLR train, making our way back to Manor Park. It was a jam-packed day which we will remember for a long time!
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Nursery End of Year Visits
Fri 05 Jul 2024On Tuesday and Wednesday, the children in nursery visited the Queen Elizabeth Park for their end of year celebrations. On both days, they set off in the morning, travelling by bus to Stratford. On the way there, they spotted many buildings, trees and cars! Upon arrival, they walked all the way to the Olympic Park. The rain decided to greet them on both days, but that certainly did not stop all the fun! The Olympic Park has so much to offer; green spaces, a playground and sheltered area to enjoy scrumptious lunch! On the way back to school, some of the children fell asleep on the bus, proving that they enjoyed a jam-packed day!
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Debden House Residential Day 3
Wed 26 Jun 2024Today was our final day at Debden House. We woke early enough to enjoy a delicious breakfast before packing up camp and making our journey back to school. We had such a wonderful time, and will cherish memories made for years to come!
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Debden House Residential Day 2
Wed 26 Jun 2024The day was jam-packed with exciting activities organised by Essex Boys and Girls, creating memorable experiences for our pupils.
Throughout the day, our pupils took part in a variety of activities including archery, team building exercises, laser tag, orienteering, and many more fun-filled challenges. These activities not only provided enjoyment but also offered opportunities for teamwork, problem-solving, and skill development. In the evening, we were delighted to be joined by Ms Ishaq and Ms Shah. Together, we indulged in delicious pizza and chips, followed by refreshing ice lollies to cool us down after an action-packed day. In the evening we showered and sat around the camp reflecting on our trip. We will be leaving tomorrow with many memorable experiences.
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Debden House Residential Day 1
Tue 25 Jun 2024We had an absolute blast on the first day of residential! As soon as we arrived, we set up camp and got acquainted with our home for the next few days. Once settled, we had lunch, followed by a marvellous water fight. For dinner, Mr Mcleod and Miss Mcluckie spoiled us with their fantastic skills on the barbecue. Ms Ishaq visited, just in time for marshmallows. Before bed, we went on a night walk, ready to drift off to dreamland.
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Ms Werrin Wins Silver National Pearson Teaching Award
Wed 19 Jun 2024We are delighted to announce that our very own Ms Werrin has been awarded the prestigious Silver National Pearson Teaching Award for her exceptional dedication and commitment to education. Ms Werrin's passion for teaching and her innovative teaching methods have not gone unnoticed, and this award recognises her outstanding contribution to the field of education. Ms Werrin's unwavering support for her students, her ability to inspire young minds, and her constant strive for excellence make her a truly deserving recipient of this honour. Her hard work and dedication have not only impacted the lives of her students but have also enriched our school community as a whole. This award is a testament to Ms Werrin's professionalism, expertise, and tireless efforts to create a positive learning environment for all. We are incredibly proud to have Ms Werrin as part of our teaching team, and we congratulate her on this well-deserved achievement. To celebrate Ms Werrin winning this prestigious award, Sir Stephen Timms and the CEO of The Teaching Awards Trust, Mary Palmer presented the award to Ms Werrin in an afternoon tea organised by the school council MPs and the Prefects.
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Year 1 visit to V & A Childhood Museum
Wed 19 Jun 2024On Tuesday 18th June, pupils in year 1 had an exciting opportunity to visit the Childhood Museum in Bethnal Green as their end-of-year trip. The children were filled with anticipation as they arrived at the museum, ready to explore and learn about the history of toys and childhood.
The museum was buzzing with energy as the children eagerly moved from exhibit to exhibit, marveling at the old-fashioned toys and games on display. They had the chance to see vintage dolls, traditional board games, and even try their hand at some Victorian-style toys. It was a truly memorable experience that not only entertained but also educated the young minds, sparking their curiosity about the past.
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Thursday Together in Reception
Thu 13 Jun 2024Reception parents and carers visited the school for our 'Thursday Together' session this week. The focus was 'Physical Development' and children had a blast showing their skills and knowledge to their families. Parents/carers had a lot of fun joining in too! It was a very enjoyable morning, as demonstrated by the feedback given by parents/carers:
"The children are very involved and happy; my child is really enjoying school time. Lots of activities and we got some idea for the garden and playtime at the park. Thank you!"
"It was a great pleasure to spend time with the children, it is good for children's confidence to play with their friends, parents and teachers."
" As always, I enjoyed the session. The children were very creative and active; there was a lot of buzz!"
