British Values: Blog items
Date: 18th Dec 2025 @ 2:57pm
Year 4 had a fantastic time taking part in a festive challenge circuit to help raise money for Brian House and Trinity Hospice. The children also wore elf and Christmas accessories to add to the fun!
The circuit included a range of physical challenges that tested the children’s speed, accuracy and strength. The children worked together, encouraged one another and demonstrated great teamwork skills.
Well done Year 4, for a huge physical effort and for supporting two local charities.
Date: 18th Dec 2025 @ 11:27am
It was the Reception Christmas Party today!
All the children came in their party clothes and had lots of fun singing, dancing, playing games, such as pass the parcel, musical statues and musical bumps. Then, to everyone's surprise, Santa came to visit with Christmas presents for everyone! After this, we had some party snacks before finishing for the Christmas Holidays!
Merry Christmas and a Happty New Year from everyone in Reception!
Date: 18th Dec 2025 @ 10:27am
Everyone in Reception was so excited because today was the Elf Run!
We all took part doing different sporting activities in the dance studio. There were six Elf Stations, The Ski Lodge, Christmas Yoga, Santa's Step Up, Toy Soldier Pressups, Elf Hurdles and the Snowball Toss
The children all took turns, cheered each other on and worked well together in their groups.
Take a look at how well we did!
Date: 17th Dec 2025 @ 1:50pm
In our final Royal Opera House Magic Flute lesson, we brought together all the skills and knowledge we’ve built throughout the last half-term.
We began by revisiting our year group’s composers and reflecting on the musical ideas we’ve explored. Then we warmed up with the lively “Pa Pa Pa” vocal exercise and completed a character role call to refresh our understanding of the story and its key personalities.
To finish, we came together as a full class choir for a joyful performance of “Pa Pa Pa Papageno,” celebrating both our learning and our confidence as performers.
Date: 17th Dec 2025 @ 1:27pm
Today, we used our knowledge of Christianity to produce a picture of the key characters in the nativity. We used silhouettes on a colourful background to make the characters stand out and create a stained glass effect. We then used silhouettes of Mary, baby Jesus, Joseph and the star shining brightly above the manger.
Date: 16th Dec 2025 @ 1:43pm
🏛️ A Quick Look at Today’s Assembly
We had a visitor come in for a 30‑minute assembly to explain what Parliament is and why it matters. They broke it down simply: Parliament is where laws are debated and decisions about the country are made. It’s made up of the House of Commons, where elected MPs sit, and the House of Lords, who review and improve proposed laws.
The speaker reminded us that Parliament shapes everything from education to national policies, so understanding it helps us understand the world we live in. A short Q&A at the end let students ask about elections, debates, and how young people can get involved.
A brief session, but a surprisingly engaging one that made politics feel a lot more relevant.
Year 4 - Parliament assembly and workshop
Date: 16th Dec 2025 @ 1:25pm
Today, we had a visit from Parliament. The afternoon started with an assembly all about the UK Government then Year 4 were lucky enough to have a workshop with Rachael Dodgson (Education and engagement officer for the North West). Rachael talked to us about the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Did you know that the King isn't allowed in the House of Commons at all? We also learned that school is in the Blackpool South constituency and our MP is called Chris Webb. Rachael told us we can find all of his details if we want to contact him about something or find our MP for our home address if we live further away by searching 'find my MP'. We discussed what qualities an MP would need. Rachael was impressed with our answers such as good oracy skills, confident and approachable. After the assembly, Rachael did a workshop with us where we debated like we were in the House of Commons. To start with, we watched a video of MPs debating and learned what to call each other and how to act/ speak. Rachael was super impressed with our oracy skills during our debate about whether all pupils should walk to school at least once a week. One member of Year 4 acted as the speaker and each person debating had to address her as Madam Speaker each time. What a fun afternoon!
Date: 16th Dec 2025 @ 12:08pm
This week the children in nativity have performed our annual 'Wriggly Nativity'. The children performed brilliantly singing the songs beautifully, participating in the dances as well as remembering where to stand on stage. They looked fantastic in their costumes and we are so proud of every single child.
Reception rehearse the Nativity
Date: 12th Dec 2025 @ 9:59am
As part of our learning about why Christians Christmas we have been preparing our annual Nativity performance. The children have been busy learning the songs and actions as well as practising when they need to move and stand on stage. We are very proud of how the children have listened carefully and shown patience and hardwork during rehearsals. They can't wait to put their costumes on and perform the the rest of the school and their families next week.
Date: 11th Dec 2025 @ 9:13am
This week, the Year 3 children gathered in the school hall for a festive Christmas lunch, and the excitement was contagious! Tables were decorated with bright crackers and sparkling tinsel, creating a magical atmosphere. Laughter and chatter filled the room as plates were piled high with a traditional roast and all the trimmings. After enjoying a sweet treat for dessert, the children leaned back in their chairs with full tummies and happy smiles, ready to share jokes and stories. It was a wonderful celebration that left everyone feeling warm, joyful, and ready for the holidays.
Date: 5th Dec 2025 @ 10:48am
We have been reading the story The Gingerbreadman.
It is one of our favourite stories and everyone loves joining in saying "Run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch me I'm the Gingerbreadman!".
Everyone collaged and painted a Gingerbreadman, wrote a list of the characters from the story and retold the story at the story telling table.
"Everyone chased the Gingerbreadman" Raya
"They couldn't catch him" Ibrahim
"He was a very fast Gingerbreadman" Harrison- Bleu
"The fox was sneaky- he tricked him and ate him all up!" Bonnie
Reception- Christmas Role Play
Date: 5th Dec 2025 @ 10:37am
It has been a very exciting week in Reception- Christmas has arrived!
All the children have been enjoying dressing up in the home corner as Elves and reindeers. They sang songs, made "hot chocolate" and "Christmas dinner" and wrote Christmas lists to Santa. They also helped each other put their costumes on too.
Date: 4th Dec 2025 @ 9:22am
🎄 The Christmas Kindness Challenge: Small Acts, Big Joy
This week, our Christmas Kindness Challenge has encouraged pupils to spread festive cheer through simple, thoughtful actions.
Day 1: Make a card for your teacher
Students created colourful, heartfelt cards to show their appreciation. A lovely start to the week!
Day 2: Hold the door open
A small act with a big impact—our corridors were full of smiles and good manners.
Day 3: Say something nice to a friend
Kind words filled the classrooms as pupils shared compliments and encouragement.
Day 4: Tidy the classroom
Everyone pitched in to make our learning spaces clean, organised, and welcoming.
A little kindness goes a long way—especially at Christmas! Let’s keep the festive goodwill flowing. 🎅✨
Date: 28th Nov 2025 @ 2:01pm
👮♂️ Our Visit About Online Safety
Today the police came to talk to us about Online Safety. It was really interesting and made us think about how we use the internet every day.
🌐 What We Might See Online
Sometimes the internet shows us things that aren’t nice. This could be:
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Cruelty or bullying
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Abuse
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Inappropriate content
If we ever see something that makes us feel upset, the best thing to do is tell a trusted adult.
😴 Why Late-Night Scrolling Isn’t Great
We also learned about using phones, tablets, or computers late at night. The police explained that:
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Screens can stop us from sleeping properly
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Being tired makes it harder to concentrate in class
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Putting devices away before bed helps us feel more rested
🛡️ How We Can Stay Safe
Here are some easy tips we talked about:
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Limit screen time before bed
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Use privacy settings
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Talk to parents or teachers if something online worries us
✨ What We Learned
The internet can be amazing, but it’s important to use it wisely. By making smart choices, we can stay safe, happy, and focused.
Year 2 Get Busy Making Christingles! ✨
Date: 28th Nov 2025 @ 10:12am
It’s been a wonderfully festive week in Year 2 as the children got hands-on making their very own Christingles! As part of their learning about Jesus and the importance of this time of year for Christians, the class explored what each part of the Christingle represents — and of course, the highlight was adding the candle on top.
The children were fascinated to discover the symbolic meaning behind the candle: how its light reminds Christians of Jesus as the light of the world, shining hope and warmth even in the darkest season. There were lots of “oohs” and “aahs” as the candles were lit (safely!), and even more excitement as everyone proudly held up their finished Christingles.
To bring all their learning together, we held our own special Christingle service, giving the children a chance to pause, reflect, and think about the joy and hope that the coming weeks bring. It was a lovely moment of calm in the midst of the December buzz, and the children took part with such thoughtfulness.
A big well done to Year 2 for their creativity, enthusiasm, and beautiful reflections. It truly feels like the Christmas season has begun! 🎄🕯️
Date: 28th Nov 2025 @ 8:52am
As part of our PSHE and Science curriculum, today we invited PCSO Debby Savage to talk to Year 6 about the effects and dangers of drugs and alcohol. The children were very sensible listening to what she had to say and asked some very good questions. We discussed smoking, vaping, alcohol and illegal/legal drugs and how they can affect our bodies.
Year 6 - Knife Crime Awareness
Date: 18th Nov 2025 @ 3:37pm
👮 Police Visit to Year 6 – Knife Crime Awareness
Today, Year 6 had a visit from the local police to talk about the dangers of knife crime. The PCSOs explained:
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🔪 Risks and consequences – carrying a knife can cause serious harm to yourself and others, and it is against the law.
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⚖️ Legal impact – even having a knife without using it can lead to arrest and a criminal record.
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❤️ Staying safe – the police encouraged pupils to make positive choices, avoid peer pressure, and speak to trusted adults if they feel worried.
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👥 Community role – everyone has a part to play in keeping schools and neighbourhoods safe.
The session was interactive, with pupils asking questions and learning how to make safe decisions. The key message was clear: knives don’t protect you—they put you at greater risk.
Date: 14th Nov 2025 @ 10:36am
Today, the children celebrated Children in Need. They came to school dressed in something spotty or stripy and donated money to the charity.
In the afternoon, we had a whole school assembly to celebrate this good cause.
Take a look at our photos!
Date: 14th Nov 2025 @ 10:02am
On Tuesday 11th November, each child in Reception made and planted their poppy in the school Remembrance Garden. On each poppy they had the name of a soldier who had died in the First World War.
Afterwards, the school took part in a service where the pupils remembered these soldiers and others who had sacrificed their lives in past and present conflicts.
The service was led by Year 6 and Reverend Peter.
Reception also had opportunities to paint a poppy, collage a poppy, draw a poppy using pencil crayons or felt tips and label it too.
" We wear a poppy so we remember the soldiers who died in the war" Noah
"Poppies are red" Zara
Date: 13th Nov 2025 @ 8:42am
This week is Anti-Bullying Week, and our fabulous Year 4 students have been diving into the important topic of bullying. They’ve been learning how to recognise bullying and discussing what to do if they find themselves in such situations or witness them happening to others. The children shared their thoughts and opinions while we explored various scenarios together. Additionally, they discovered the key difference between a bystander and an upstander, empowering them to take positive action. What a fantastic week of learning!
Date: 11th Nov 2025 @ 9:35pm
Nursery celebrated Remembrance Day and learnt all about the Soldiers, past and present, who looked after us. We talked about why we wear poppies and the children all painted their own poppy and also created a nursery poppy field. We joined the rest of the school for a Remembrance Day service after we planted poppies in our Boundary Poppy Field.
Date: 11th Nov 2025 @ 4:43pm
Today, Year 3 have been learning all about Remembrance Day. We started by talking about what we already know and why we have Remembrance Day each year. We remembered that it is a special time to think about and honour the soldiers who have fought and died for our country, helping to keep us safe and free.
In art, we created some beautiful gestural drawings of poppies in our sketchbooks. We practised using different lines and shapes to show movement and detail. After that, we chose our favourite poppy design and created a final piece on black card, using chalk and oil pastels to make our poppies bright and bold. The colours really stood out, and everyone worked so carefully to add lots of detail.
This morning, we planted our poppies together and took a quiet moment to remember the fallen soldiers. It was a peaceful and thoughtful time for all of us.
Later, we joined the whole school for our Remembrance Service. We listened carefully as the Year 6 readers told us all about the meaning of Remembrance Day and why the poppy is such an important symbol.
We are very proud of how respectful and reflective everyone in Year 3 was today. Our poppies now stand proudly as a reminder of those who have given so much for us.
Date: 11th Nov 2025 @ 11:15am
Today, Tuesday 11th November, each pupil from Boundary Primary School made and planted their poppy in the school Remembrance Garden. On each poppy they had written the name of a soldier who had died in the First World War. Afterwards, the school took part in a service where the pupils remembered these soldiers and others who had sacrificed their lives in past and present conflicts. The service was led by Year 6 and Reverend Peter. The pupils also had further opportunities to reflect as they took part in a whole school art week based around the theme of poppies, using different techniques, such as collage, print and sketching.
Date: 11th Nov 2025 @ 10:09am
Planting our poppies ready for our Remembrance service later.
Date: 11th Nov 2025 @ 8:58am
Today we planned our poppies in our remembrance garden to honour all the soldiers that have died in wars over the years. We will remember them.
