The Colsterworth Festival of Performing Arts proved to be another outstanding occasion for our school, filled with achievement and celebration. We were delighted to return home with two trophies, a joint first, and the Growler Shield for Best Overall Performance for the third consecutive year.

The children approached every element of the festival with focus and determination. Their preparation was evident throughout, from their careful delivery of words and harmonies to the confidence they showed in presenting themselves as a unified group.

Our Year 6 Jaguar Class opened the programme with a thoughtful and courageous presentation. Singing both individually and in small groups, they showcased an arrangement they had developed themselves, drawing on their recent learning in music. Their performance of ‘The Wellerman’ provided a rousing start to the day.

The momentum continued with our Key Stage 2 performers, whose energy and concentration made a strong impact in the beautiful setting of St John’s Church, Grantham. The adjudicator highlighted their performance as “…a magical moment where seventy-seven voices sounded like one” securing the Growler Shield for the day’s best performance.

Taking part in the festival alongside other schools offered the children a valuable opportunity to experience a wide variety of musical styles and to appreciate the richness of live performance.

We would like to thank the Colsterworth Festival Committee for hosting the event, Mrs Bidwell from the Lincolnshire Music Service for her work with Year 6 on their performance, and Mrs Dawes for her continued leadership of singing within our school. Their combined efforts contributed significantly to a smooth and successful day for all involved.