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Year 5 had a wonderful day at Safe Side, learning first-hand what to do in a variety of emergency situations. The children developed their knowledge and confidence in how to stay safe, including remembering the important fire safety message: Get Out, Stay Out and Call 999! The staff at Safe Side were absolutely amazing and complimented our Year 5 children on their politeness and enthusiasm to learn. Well done, Year 5! We are so proud of you!

Well done to our School Council for leading their first assembly of the year! The children did a fantastic job sharing their understanding of democracy and explaining why it is important. We are very proud of them for taking on this responsibility and helping to promote pupil voice across our school.

Year 4 enjoyed a visit from the Fire Service, learning important fire safety advice and what to do in an emergency. The children learnt about the SPARKS fire safety message, including how to Stop, Drop and Roll if their clothes catch fire. A fantastic opportunity to learn how to stay safe!

Year 5 & 6 had an important session called Precious Lives linking to our keeping safe in the community unit. After listening to the talk they enjoyed role playing different scenarios. We discussed: How the police help keep people safe and why people can be arrested. The dangers of carrying weapons and the consequences of making unsafe choices. Staying safe on social media and avoiding arguments. Managing disagreements and conflict calmly. What makes a healthy relationship and

We were delighted to welcome Manny to Edward the Elder as part of Manny’s Mile, a fantastic fundraising event raising money for Dementia UK. Over two days, Thursday 17th and Friday 18th September, Manny is running one mile at 50 primary schools to raise awareness and support this important charity. Our children gave Manny a wonderful welcome, cheering him on and joining in with his mile. What a fantastic way to show our support! A huge thank you to all our families for your g

Our new play leaders have had a brilliant first week in their new roles. Year 6 Teams 1 & 2 have successfully completed their training and have stepped into their responsibilities brilliantly. They have already shown great enthusiasm, confidence and leadership skills as they support younger children during playtimes. We are so proud of how well they have settled into their new roles. Well done, Play Leaders – keep up the fantastic work!

Say hello to our Team Captains and Vice Captains for this academic year! We’re sure they’ll do a fantastic job in their new roles and look forward to seeing them lead, support and inspire their teams throughout the year.

We are so proud of our Reception children, who graduated today and are ready for Year 1! They have grown in confidence, curiosity, and independence throughout the year, and it has been a joy to watch them learn and flourish. We know they will continue to shine as they begin their exciting Year 1 adventure. Congratulations to all of our wonderful graduates—we can't wait to see all that you achieve!

Please see the information below about children moving from Reception to Year 1.

Our School Council delivered a fantastic sun-tastic assembly, teaching everyone the importance of staying safe in the sun. They shared helpful reminders about wearing hats, applying sunscreen, staying hydrated and seeking shade during the hottest parts of the day. The assembly encouraged everyone to enjoy the sunshine safely while looking after themselves and others. A huge well done to our School Council for delivering such an informative and engaging assembly—an important m

Year 5 had a great opportunity to visit Wednesfield Academy and take part in two DT lessons. First, we made rockets and watched them fly across the field. Then we went back into the workshops and raced F1 cars created by a laser cutting machine. The children were so impressed by the equipment and activities they can't wait to go back in a few weeks for an afternoon of PE!

Author Rani Virdee-Chahal visited our school to share her new book, The Simple Family, with children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. The pupils thoroughly enjoyed listening to the story and learning about the inspiration behind the book. The book celebrates the importance of family, love and supporting one another.

As part of our “Global Warning” topic, the children have been exploring important global environmental issues such as waste and pollution through a geography-focused project centred around sustainability and eco-literacy. This exciting project challenges pupils to apply their learning by designing and creating their own educational board games. Working collaboratively in groups, the children will research environmental issues before planning, designing and producing games tha

It was wonderful to see so many smiles, laughter, fun, and fantastic dance moves from everyone involved.

School Council and our Health Champions have been busy promoting positivity around school for Mental Health Awareness Week.

A huge well done to our Year 6 children for completing their SATs this week! We are incredibly proud of the determination, resilience and positive attitude they showed throughout the tests. The children approached each day with confidence and worked extremely hard — they should all be very proud of themselves. To celebrate the end of a busy week, the children enjoyed a well-deserved picnic together along with some refreshing ice lollies. It was wonderful to see everyone relax

As part of their Design and Technology learning Year 3 children explored the origins of shortbread and learned about its history and cultural significance. They then had the opportunity to become shortbread designers, using a given set of criteria to create their own unique ideas. Before baking, the children were reminded about the importance of good food hygiene, including handwashing and safe food handling practices. They carefully followed a recipe, developing their measur

Our children had a delightful day when the “Farm on Wheels” visited our nursery class! The children got hands-on experience with a variety of farm animals, learning about their names, sounds, and habits. They explored, touched, and interacted with the animals in a safe and friendly environment. The visit sparked curiosity and excitement, teaching the children about farm life, nature, and the importance of caring for animals.

Reception have been full of excitement this week as we welcomed some very special new visitors into our classroom. Ten tiny eggs arrived, and the children have been eagerly watching and waiting… and now, they have hatched into the most adorable chicks! The children will learn so much by watching and caring for the chicks. From understanding how living things grow and change, to developing a sense of responsibility and kindness, this hands-on experience is proving to be both