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My 'SMART' Achievement of the Week

Wed 24 Apr 2024

Well done to Harvey in Year 6 for completing an Open University course on Neighbourhood Nature.

My 'SMART' Achievement of the Week

Mon 22 Apr 2024

Well done to Beattie in Year 3 on achieving her Gold Award from bronwies after completing all of her badges.

Golden Book Children of the Week

Mon 22 Apr 2024

Well done to all of our Golden Book children this week.

Climbing Mountains in Our Learning

Wed 17 Apr 2024

The children from year 2-5 were so privileged to have had the opportunity to meet an extraordinary mountaineer named Nigel Vardy today. He gave us first hand experience of his journey to Mount McKinley almost 25 years ago, one of the toughest climbs in the world. We were shocked and inspired by his life-changing journey. A journey that resulted in him almost losing his life and leaving him with life-altering frostbite injuries.

He taught us the importance of researching several sources when learning new information. We learnt that time was essential when exploring the mountains, the weather can be unpredictable. We wondered what food we could eat on the mountains, chocolate would be good but it could break our teeth in –30 degrees. When mountaineering you are ‘absolutely reliant on each other.’ Nigel and his team decided to choose a remote path. He taught us how important it is to make our own decisions and that mistakes need to happen for us to learn.

Nigel showed us his expedition diary that he wrote in every day and still does to this day. Nigel has written a diary for everyday.

‘Don’t get left out in the cold. Be the person who wants to know more. Be the person to ask questions.’

He showed us the devastating injuries that he encountered. We were aghast to learn that even in his hospital bed he was working whilst learning to walk again.

He said to himself ‘ I will climb again.’ He turned his ideas into reality. He will return to Alaska this year to document his expedition and more importantly to thank all of the people who helped him recover.

His final message was ‘Be the best that you can be.’ A message that we share as part of our school ethos and will continue to help us thrive in our new learning.

My 'SMART' Achievement of the Week - Spectacular Science Week

Wed 13 Mar 2024

WOW, this week has been National Science Week and Harvey certainly has the science 'WOW' factor!

He has a passion for taking care of the environment. He shared his knowledge and enthusiasm in collective worship. Harvey spoke beautifully about his latest project of planting seeds and discussed ways this can help sustainability in food production.

Following on from his learning in class about sustainable palm oil production, Harvey has also adopted an orangutan through the WWF using his own money. We look forward to future updates about his new venture.

Our Golden Book Children of the Week

Mon 11 Mar 2024

Well done to everyone this week.

A World of Books

Thu 07 Mar 2024

Colsterworth Primary School was once again buzzing with the excitement of another World Book Day where children and adults alike have the opportunity to spend the whole day celebrating a love for reading. From Willy Wonka to Harry Potter, all the children were dressed to impress and even a Tyrannosaurus Rex made an appearance!

The children were treated to extracts from the teacher’s favourite stories and then spent time visiting each other’s classrooms to share stories.

Mrs Croxall, Year 6 Teacher and English lead said, ‘It has been wonderful to see the whole school bursting with enthusiasm for World Book Day! As teachers, we naturally try to promote a love of reading throughout the year, but World Book Day is always an extra special opportunity for everyone to come together and enjoy their favourites!’