Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Collaborative Working as a UNICEF Rights Respecting Trust

  Fri 31 Jan 2025

  Our hardworking UNICEF Equality Ambassadors once again joined Bourne Abbey and Bourne Elsea Park Academies to celebrate the work they have been doing with the Just Lincolnshire programme on The Equality Act.  Led by an expert practitioner from the Just Lincolnshire charity working in conjunction with the YMCA, the ambassadors enjoyed a workshop, learning about the reasons behind The Equality Act along with the Protected Characteristics.   Taking part in hands on activities to experience what is like to face challenges such as living with a disability, disadvantage or prejudice, the ambassadors were more able to understand the importance of why these characteristics should be protected by law, especially where Hate Crime is involved. The ambassadors joined in some invaluable discussions regarding the danger of stereotypes and how important respect and British Values are to ensure inclusion for everyone. Being part of a UNICEF Rights Respecting Trust, the ambassadors already have a strong connection and understanding of UNCRC Article 2 where ‘Every Child has equal rights regardless of their race, gender, ability and whatever they think or say or whatever their family’, an article central to the work of the Just Lincolnshire charity.  As part of their role in school, the ambassadors will now deliver this important message through a presentation to their school followed by further group lessons from the online learning platform, Just Learn, where they will explore the Protected Characteristics further within the Eight Stories of Strength. They will also continue to feed their experiences into the Peer Mediator schemes and their work for the Unicef Convention on the Rights of the Child, both of which were praised by the representatives of the Just Lincolnshire programme.  All of the Ambassadors involved gratefully received Just Lincs certificates, lanyards and pencils.  Well done to the children and thanks to the Just Lincolnshire team for invaluable teaching.  Sarah Croxall, UNICEF and Student Council Leader from Colsterworth said, ‘It is a privilege to be involved in this initiative.  Our children know they are ‘Agents of Change’ and have the potential to make a positive difference in the world.’ 

  

• Wake Up Wednesday

  Wed 29 Jan 2025

  National Online Safety - Top Tips for Supporting Children to Develop Emotional Literacy

  

• Golden Book Children of the Week

  Mon 27 Jan 2025

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

  

• Wake Up Wednesday

  Wed 22 Jan 2025

  National Online Safety - Health and Fitness Apps

  

• Roots to Food - Szechuan Chicken Recipe

  Mon 20 Jan 2025

  Pupils were in full restaurant mode this week as they were joined by chef Darren from Roots to Food. Drawing together their science learning and a focused healthy eating week, pupils from year 2 to 6 donned their aprons and chef hats as they prepared their own Chinese rice dish. Polishing their cutting, marinating and searing skills, the children learnt how to create their own healthy meal working in small teams.  The corridors

  were filled with the mouth watering smells of chicken, soy sauce and chinese spices as each group took their turn to cook and most importantly taste their vegetable filled chinese dish. Smiles were a plenty as both children and teachers tucked in.

  See below for the recipe!

   

  Szechuan Chicken Recipe

   

   

  

• Wake Up Wednesday - Tiktok Guide

  Wed 15 Jan 2025

  National Online Safety - Tiktok Guide

  

• True Tales From the Treetops in Year 6

  Mon 13 Jan 2025

  During that same week, Year 6 welcomed Simon Ward, an explorer from 'The Explorer Academy,' as part of their 'Tales from the Treetops' topic. From the very first moment, Simon captivated the children with photos and videos from his awe-inspiring expeditions to rainforests around the globe. Engulfed in a vibrant rainforest setting, Year 6 spent the morning investigating the locations of the world's rainforests, their tropical climates, the various layers of the rainforest, and the astounding diversity of plant life that thrives there. A particularly memorable moment was when Simon shared his drone footage, showcasing the four distinct layers of the rainforest and the diverse array of plants and animals inhabiting each one. The Explorer Workshop was a remarkable opportunity to bring the treetops topic to life in an engaging and dynamic way.

• Stepping Through the Wardrobe: A Magical Narnia Adventure

  Fri 10 Jan 2025

  On Friday, 10th January 2025, Leopard Class stepped through the wardrobe and into the magical land of Narnia! With the wintry classroom mirroring the winter wonderland, the children embraced an immersive day of drama, creativity, and problem-solving.

  Their mission? To break the White Witch's icy spell and restore spring to Narnia. Armed with a magical map, they embarked on exciting quests, from dramatic freeze-frame scenes to resisting the tempting Turkish delight. Winter woollies kept them warm as they ventured through the enchanted world, culminating in a delightful tea party hosted by Mr. Tumnus himself!

  With teamwork and determination, the children successfully completed all the challenges. To their delight, the first signs of spring began to bloom in Narnia. It was a truly magical day, filled with the 'wow' factor, leaving the children inspired and full of wonder.

  

• Wake Up Wednesday - JusTalk Kids

  Wed 08 Jan 2025

  National Online Safety-JusTalk Kids