This week, we had the absolute joy of hosting our Celebration of Learning to mark the end of our very first expedition, Marvellous Me – How Are We the Same and Different? It was a truly special moment for our children, our families, and our school community.

They sang and spoke with such confidence and courage, standing proudly in front of a large audience. We were incredibly proud of each and every one of them.

As part of the celebration, every child received their very own Marvellous Me Memory Box. These beautifully presented boxes will become a place for them to store precious keepsakes: photographs, first school reports, small treasures, and all the special moments that make their journey uniquely theirs.

One of the most touching moments came at the end of the celebration. Grown-ups were invited to write a personal message of pride, love, or encouragement for their child. Seeing families pause to reflect and share heartfelt words was incredibly moving, and it added a warm, personal touch that made the experience feel even more meaningful.

It was a wonderful way to end our first expedition—celebrating identity, courage, community, and the marvellous uniqueness of every child. We thank all the families who joined us and helped make the event so memorable.

Every week in our drawing club, something magical happens. Children gather with pencils, felt tip pens, and a spark of curiosity—ready to draw, write, and use their imaginations.

Each child took the same starting point—a simple bee—and turned it into something deeply imaginative and personal. That’s the heart of being a creative chameleon: using imagination to reshape the world in joyful, surprising ways.

Suddenly our classroom was filled with bees who make chocolate, rainbows, lava, coins and sunshines!

Over the past few weeks, we have been exploring what makes us the same and what makes us different from one another. The children have loved discovering the unique qualities that make each of them special, as well as the many things they share with their classmates.

As we move into the final part of our learning journey, we will be widening our lens and looking at how we are similar or different to people around the world. To spark excitement for this new case study, we began with a vibrant and energetic Indian dance workshop!

The children were introduced to a traditional Punjabi folk dance and were completely captivated by the rhythm, the movement, and the joyful atmosphere. One of the highlights was dancing along to the beat of the dhol drum, feeling the rhythm build as they learned new steps and patterns.

This workshop has already opened up wonderful discussions about culture, music, traditions, and the ways people express themselves around the world. We can’t wait to continue exploring and discovering more together in the weeks ahead.

The children showed real courage when performing their final dance to the year two children at the end of the day!

We had another lovely start to our day today celebrating a wonderful week in Reception. We talked about our learning in maths and lots of children were keen to talk about how they created repeating patterns using different equipment and resources from inside and outside the classroom. Children were also excited to talk about how they have been writing amazing words in our message centre using what they know from phonics lessons. It was great to hear children talking with such enthusiasm about their learning. Keep up the super work everyone.

Today in Reception, we enjoyed another successful community meeting, where we came together to celebrate the wonderful achievements of our children. It was a special time to reflect on all the hard work, kindness, and determination shown across our classes this week.

Well done to all of our stars — you truly show us what it means to Be Kind, Work Hard, and Get Smart!

This week, Class 1 have done an amazing job exploring their brand-new books. The children have been so enthusiastic, showing great focus and excitement as they read together in class. It has been lovely to see their confidence grow and their joy in discovering new stories and ideas.

The best part is that the children are now looking forward to taking their books home. This means their reading journey can continue from school to home, giving them the chance to share their stories with family and keep practising every day.

This week, Class 1 took part in their very first Counting Collections session — and what a success it was!

Working with a partner, the children began by choosing a collection of objects to count. Together, they thought carefully about which strategies might help them — such as grouping, sorting, or counting in different ways. With lots of concentration and teamwork, they counted their collections carefully, making sure not to miss or repeat any items.

To finish, the children even had a go at recording their mathematical thinking, showing the strategies they used and the numbers they discovered. It was fantastic to see such enthusiasm, collaboration, and persistence in action.

Well done, Class 1 — you are already becoming brilliant mathematicians!

This week in Class 1, we have been busy exploring art as part of our current expedition. To celebrate everything that makes us special, we created our very own self-portraits. Using a mix of oil pastels and watercolour pencils, the children experimented with colour, line, and texture to capture their individual features.

We are so proud of Class 1 for their creativity, focus, and confidence in expressing who they are…

Today, we came together for our weekly Friday Community Meeting—a time we all look forward to each week. It’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect, celebrate, and recognise the fantastic efforts and attitudes our children have shown over the past few days.

This week, we celebrated our “Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind” stars—children who have gone above and beyond in demonstrating our school values. Whether it was through focused learning, a growth mindset, or acts of kindness, each child has truly earned their moment of recognition.

This week in Class 1, we’ve been diving deeper into our Marvellous Me expedition, celebrating all the things that make each of us unique and wonderful. As part of our journey, we’ve been reading the heartwarming book “What I Like About Me”—a joyful story that encourages children to embrace their individuality.

At the end of the book, we had a very special moment where each child looked into a mirror and shared what they liked about themselves. The positivity they expressed were truly touching.

Here are just a few of the heartwarming things the children said:

• “I like my glasses because they help me see.”
• “I like my freckles.”
• “I like that my hair is curly at the bottom.”
• “I like the colour of my hair and when it is in an Elsa plait.”

It was a moment filled with smiles, pride, and self-love. These small reflections showed just how confident and thoughtful our children are becoming, and how important it is to recognise and celebrate what makes us all special.

At our school, the outdoors isn’t just a place to play—it’s a space where some of the most meaningful learning happens. Whether it’s bright sunshine, a light drizzle, or a brisk breeze in the air, you’ll find our children outside, exploring, investigating, and connecting with the world around them.