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NEWS & EVENTS BLOG


Pumpkin play in Nursery
Autumn pumpkin play. The children loved hammering the pumpkins and practising all their fine motor skills!
Oct 24, 20251 min read


Year 6 PE - fun and games!
Year 6 had a brilliant time playing and creating their own games using a wide range of equipment. We enjoyed tennis, football, and designing exciting obstacle courses. Our teamwork was fantastic — we even put into practice some of the skills we learnt at Robinwood!
Oct 23, 20251 min read


Year 6 went canoeing at Robinwood!
Year 6 thoroughly enjoyed their time at Robinwood doing all sorts of amazing activities such as zip wire, giant swing, raft building and many more! One of our favourite things was canoeing - here we are all kitted up ready to go!
Oct 22, 20251 min read


🌌🪐Galactic Facts and Stellar Writing: Year 5’s Space Reports 🪐🌌
🚀✨ Year 5 have been working incredibly hard publishing their non-chronological reports on Space! From fascinating facts about planets to deep dives into black holes and beyond, these young authors have shown stellar dedication—researching, drafting, and now proudly publishing their incredible writing. Their curiosity and creativity truly shine across the galaxy of ideas they've explored! 💫 🌍✏️📚
Oct 20, 20251 min read


Stop, Look and Listen, Year 5 are Road Safety Ready
This week, our Year 5 pupils took part in a valuable road safety refresher session led by North Tyneside Council. The workshop was designed to reinforce key safety messages and equip children with practical knowledge to help them stay safe while walking or cycling near roads. Through engaging activities and discussions, pupils revisited important topics such as the Green Cross Code, safe crossing points, and how to be visible to drivers. The session also encouraged pupils to
Oct 19, 20251 min read


✨🚀Constellation Creations! ✨🚀
✨🚀 Today, Year 5 boldly went where no marshmallow has gone before... into space! Armed with spaghetti and a galaxy of imagination, our young astronomers recreated constellations — one sticky star at a time. 🌌 Who knew the Big Dipper was so delicious? 🍡💫 STEM, snacks, and a sprinkle of stardust — just another day in orbit at school! #StarryEyedScientists #MarshmallowMilkyWay #STEMisYum
Oct 14, 20251 min read


🧱🌍Breaking Ground: Building Begins for the Unearthed First LEGO League Challenge! 🧱🌍
🧱🌍The 2025/2026 FIRST LEGO League Challenge season is officially underway—and this year’s theme is UNEARTHED. 🌍🔍 We’re thrilled to be taking part in this exciting STEM-based programme, which invites young minds to explore the fascinating worlds of archaeology, history, and innovation. Through hands-on investigations of ancient artefacts and forgotten stories, our teams will be challenged to develop creative solutions that connect the past to the future. As part of the cha
Oct 1, 20251 min read


6RH Solve a Curious Case!
This week in Geography, 6RH turned detectives to solve the murder of Chico Mendes, a rubber tapper from Brazil, well known for his fight...
Sep 25, 20251 min read


Sacred Space, Autumn 1
Welcome to our school office and reception area. you are invited to come and see our 'Sacred Space' for this half term. 6RH have chosen a...
Sep 18, 20251 min read


Agamographs - Where art meets STEM!
🎉📚 Y5KA kicked off the new academic year with a fun and engaging agamographs optical illusions activity!! We explored the fascinating world where art meets STEM — using simple shapes, patterns, and a touch of science to create amazing visual illusions. 👁✨ Through this hands-on project, we learned how science, math, and creativity come together to challenge the way we see things — and had a fun while doing it! 🎨🔍
Sep 4, 20251 min read


Northern Stage
Our Shakespeare Club performed part of Much Ado About Nothing on Stage 1 at the Northern Stage as part of the RSC Playmaker Festival What...
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Jubilee Pledge Day
What an incredible day celebrating the Jubilee Pledge day as part of St Francis’ Jubilee Year Pilgrims of Hope! What an incredible day...
Jul 2, 20251 min read


Year 6 Enjoy a Day Out at Cragside.
A fun day out was had by all when Year 6 went on their school trip to Cragside. We set off in style in a double decker bus but things...
Jun 23, 20252 min read


Sports Day Fun For Year 3
What a wonderful way to finish our healthy and wellness week. Year 3 were brilliant in their sports day, all putting in 100% effort and...
Jun 11, 20251 min read


Year 5 Re-enact the Battle of Hastings of 1066!
Year 5 enjoyed an Anglo Saxon workshop thanks to Daniel from Newcastle Castle. As part of their Summer treat, they explored Anglo Saxon...
Jun 10, 20251 min read


Year 6 Mark Wellbeing Week.
Year 6 have been cooking in D&T lessons, participating in PSHE lessons on ‘Speaking Out and Staying Safe’ and shining their light on...
Jun 9, 20251 min read


Year 5 Explore Geordie Culture and Learn the Story of the Lambton Worm.
5RH have enjoyed a Geordie themed workshop today with the company ENACT from Newcastle University. The company aim to support language...
Jun 9, 20251 min read


Year 6 Visit Safety Works.
Y6 had an amazing time at Safety Works this week! We learnt a lot about staying safe including dealing with peer pressure, what to do if...
May 27, 20251 min read


Year 3's visit to Beamish
What an amazing day Year 3 have had at Beamish! We visited Pockerley Manor and learnt all about the 1842 Coal Mining Act. We then enjoyed...
May 21, 20251 min read


Shakespeare Club's Visit to Northern Stage
Exciting times for our Shakespeare Club! Exciting times for our Shakespeare Club! Preparations are in full swing for our upcoming...
May 21, 20251 min read
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