This week each class have depicted a part of the Easter story through music, prayer and drama. These were recorded and played to each class as part of their week of liturgies.

HOLY WEEK 2021 photos

The mayor came to help some of the younger children plant seeds int he school allotment. The seeds were donated by The Wildflower Project. One packet of seeds for every child. The younger children have planted the seeds on the school site but key stage 2 children have taken the seeds home to plant.

The idea is that the wildflowers grow and become food sources for bees who are pollinators.

We will wait to see what grows!

Oscar in Year 5 planned for a the local community and his classmates to walk, run, scoot and cycle 1km in an attempt to raise awareness and funds for Epilepsy Action charity.

Oscar led assemblies and write to all families. he has raised over £1,000!

Each February the school raises awareness of the importance of Fairtrade during Fair trade Fortnight. This usually includes one of the classes visiting our local Co op in the town. As a Fairtrade accredited school, we promote Fairtrade goods all year round.

This year, we were unable to go into the store as it was during the period of time when the school was closed for most pupils. Instead, Jackey Burzio, from the Co op, contacted us and asked if we would like some Fairtrade products.She delivered Fairtrade produce to the school for the children to make chocolate and banana pancakes.

Year 4 children were part of a tree planting session last week. Liam Treadwell attended st Philip’s when he was a child and enjoyed his time here. His family have stayed in touch with the school and donated an Oak tree to the school in his memory.

Liam’s brother dug the hole and the family joined the children in planting it. They will plant bulbs so there is colour around the base all year round.

Year 6 spent some time devising systems to allow a marble to roll down a ramp (made form everyday equipment) and knock over dominoes. There were some great ideas.

On Thursday 4th March, we celebrated our love of reading on World Book Day. the children were asked to dress up as a book character either at home or in school and to then share why they chose their character. There were lots of activities planned for the day and children both at home and at school enjoyed the Literacy focus.

Reflection for St. Philip’s School

Please find attached a link from Canon David.

Reception Class celebrated Chinese New Year last week. They learned about the traditions linked the the festival, made decorations and tried out some Chinese food. Children at home also took part in the learning.

Some children are understandably concerned about the virus and are wondering why they are not on the list to be vaccinated.

This short story may be of some help.

Vaccination story