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During their Design and Technology afternoon, Year 4 created some fantastic communication devices. After researching how communication tools have evolved over time, they carefully planned their own designs and then brought them to life using recycled materials.

Our very first 'Shining Star' - Harsimran from Y4. Harsimran was awarded this for going above and beyond to be a kind friend, especially towards a new member in his class. Any child across school can be a 'Shining Star' for super learning, brilliant behaviour, being a kind friend... the list goes on! We look forward to presenting more books across the coming weeks and months!

All children across school took part in anti-bullying week and we kicked-started the week with everyone wearing Odd Socks to show how we are all individual and unique! This years theme was 'Power For Good' which was introduced in assembly to all children on 'Odd Socks Day'. The children were fantastic at recognising how 'power' could mean lots of different things and we discussed in assembly how the theme for the week was using our power for good, to prevent bullying. Each cl

Year 4 have had a wonderful start to the year! We have begun our first science topic 'electricity' where children have created their own circuits, adding new components each week.

Year 4's clarinet lessons have started and they are enjoying them so much! We can't wait to see their progress over the next few weeks!

Edward the Elder Primary School aims to be a Nut-Free school. The school aims to protect children who have allergies to nuts while also...

Year 3 and Year 4 enjoyed a thoughtful and enriching visit to the local Gurdwara as part of our learning about Sikhism. The children were...

The Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge launches on Saturday 5th July 2025 in England and Wales. Children can sign up at their local...

To round off our learning of electricity we visited the science museum, Enginuity, in Telford. We worked in teams to build electric...

On Friday 11th October we were visited by our local firemen. They talked to us about fire safety in the home. We were shocked to see how...

Year 4 and Year 5 have thoroughly enjoyed their residential at Beaudesert in Cannock this week. Over two days, the children enjoyed...

Year 4's 'Saxon King' unit was brought to life in their Anglo-Saxon day at school. They learnt about different aspects of Anglo-Saxon...

Winning is in the air at Edward the Elder! Another amazing evening of sport for both participants and spectators. This time it was Year 4...

Some members of Year 4 have been invited to take part in a 5-week programme with the West Midlands Police. Over the 5-weeks the group of...

Year 4 were lucky to have a visit from Sergeant Beards. He spoke to the class about different laws and what could happen if these laws...

Edward the Elder have taken parted in their first mixed football game of the academic year 2022/2023. A selection of KS2 children were...

Boys from Year 4 and Year 6 played in their first football match against Elston Hall. Despite losing, all boys showed excellent teamship...