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Acorns - All about me sensory story
Date: 10th Sep 2025 @ 1:43pm
Our sensory story is "All About Me". Acorns have had fun learning about their bodies through our sensory story. We have been developing our engagement through shared learning experiences and multi sensory exploration. Acorns have enjoyed looking at themselves in mirrors and pulling lots of funny faces, finding their eyes, ears and noses and exploring happy or sad.
Date: 10th Sep 2025 @ 1:37pm
Nursery have throughly enjoyed using our mud kitchen. The children have been learning to share the resources and work together to make some delicious muddy meals. As they were cooking, the children counted how many children there are so they could make enough meals. They used scissors to cut leaves to add to the food and had some good chats about what they needed to do. "You need to put it in the oven now". "It's ready. Quick get a plate".
Date: 10th Sep 2025 @ 10:18am
Today, we started off the lesson by recapping our previous learning about God and to recap
key vocabulary from year 1. We then went on to look at a variety of photographs of the world
with good and bad aspects. We shared our ideas thinking about the impact it shows on the
world and how the photographs make me feel. We then went on to work in mixed ability
groups to answer questions about our world. Finally, we discussed why the world should
matter to us all.
Year 3 - 'I'm Learning French'
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 9:31pm
Year 3 had a fantastic first French lesson! Some children already knew a few French words like Bonjour, Ça va?, and how to count to 10. We found France on a world map and knew it’s in the continent of Europe. We also looked at France’s neighbouring countries like Spain, Germany, and Italy. The class enjoyed spotting famous French landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and learning about tasty French snacks! We also discovered that French is spoken in other countries too, such as Canada, Senegal, and Haiti. A great start to our French journey!
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 9:23pm
In our art unit, we're learning how to use charcoal—a fun, messy material that’s great for bold, expressive drawings. Artist Laura McKendry is a brilliant example of how charcoal can bring pictures to life. She often draws animals in a loose, sketchy style that shows movement and feeling. Instead of focusing on tiny details, she uses quick lines, smudges, and splashes to create energy in her work. Looking at her art helps us see that drawing doesn’t have to be perfect—it can be playful and full of expression. Get ready to experiment and make bold marks!
Year 6 - Goals and Aspirations
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 7:02pm
In today’s lesson, we discussed our goals. We completed our leaves for Boundary’s tree of goals and then talked about how we could achieve these. We completed a ‘goal’ mountain where we looked at the goal, challenges that may stop us from achieving the goal and who can help us. We finished by discussing the importance of having high aspirations.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 6:39pm
Year 6 have made a great start to their French unit this half term, which focuses on Grammar. We bagan by exploring the gender of French nouns and using the correct indefinate article. We used bilingual dictionaries to find the correct translation and gender of the nouns.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 6:22pm
Year 1 have read and explored the story 'The Colour Monster' as their first text this half term. We have practised our oracy skills to discuss the characters, their emotions and how we can relate to each feeling. We have also been retelling the story in our story telling area, labelling the monsters/sentences about the different characters and completing lots of colour monster themed activities in our provision.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 6:09pm
Today in RE we learnt about baptism. We talked about how a baby being born is a very happy time and some of us shared how we have celebrated this time with our families. We learnt that different people and different religions have special ways of celebrating the birth of a baby. We then watched a short video all about baptism. We learnt that this is when a baby is welcomed into the Christian faith and the parents and godparents make promises to help the baby. We learnt about the different parts of the baptism and practiced using lots of new key vocabulary.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 5:05pm
This week, both year 1 classes have began our Mastering Number sessions. We have started by looking at composition of numbers, making our own collection of objects and identifying the '1 and another 1' within them. We have practised using our stem sentences to support our learning.
Year 2- Listening and Appraising!
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 4:56pm
In Year Two, we have begun our new music journey with listening and appraising. The children thought about what skills they needed to be successful in this topic and then we went on to listen to the song ‘Music in my soul’. We thought about what we liked and disliked about the song, linking our thoughts to the elements of music. We then focused on the tempo, articulation, beat and dynamics of the song and made notes in our partners, linking to this song.
Year 2- Fantastic photography!
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 4:52pm
In Year Two, we have started our topic of Digital Photography. We have begun by looking at why we make take a picture and when it is appropriate. We also thought about what can and cannot take pictures. The children then had a go at becoming photographers and thought about how best to hold the camera so that they could take in focus pictures of their subject. We then moved on to consider the difference between landscape and portrait and which would make our subject look the best.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 4:32pm
We have begun our firness unit in Year 6. Today we took part in a circuit training session, which included squats, plank, running and step-ups. Next week we will begin looking at specific activities and timing ourselves doing them. Over the half term we will continue to time ourselves and see if we can increase the amount of activity we do or if we can faster at certain activties.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 4:30pm
Today we began our Science unit of Light by recapping all the work the children did in Year 3. This included discussing sources of light and which were natural and which were artificial. We also talked in groups about what we could remember about reflection and shadows.
Eco- 6 Times Winner of the Green Flag Award
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 4:18pm
We are pleased to announce that once again we have acheived the Eco Schools Green Flag Award!
The award recognises the incredible efforts of our children and staff, showcasing their dedication to supporting our planet's health and inspiring others.
Our wall plaque is on display outside the hall doors near the car park and our certificate is proudly diplayed on the wall with all our other school acheivements.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 1:30pm
This week we are going to starting our topic 'All about me'. We started by thinking about what we look like and how we are similar or different to others. The children enjoyed using mirrors to look at the different features on their faces and made some thoughtful observations.
"I have blue eyes don't I' Harlie
"My name is yellow" Ava
"I have glasses" Theo
The children then painted their faces at the painting easel try hard to select the correct colours they needed. Have a look at our super paintings.
Reception learning to write their names
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 1:22pm
Over the course of this half term we are going to be focusing on ensuring that the children can recognise and write their own name, whilst holding their pencils correctly. Today the children made a great start by using their name cards to copy their names out with Miss Sharples and Miss Crystal. Some children were even able to recognise some of the letters in their name. Lots of opportunities at home to practice recognising and writing their name will help the children immensely.
Date: 8th Sep 2025 @ 1:17pm
Today our new Reception children have stayed for dinner for the first time. They lined up smartly in the classroom and walked down the corridor to the dinner hall. We were very impressed with how they politely asked for their dinner remembering to say please and thankyou. The children were able to choose three items from the salad bar. The children sat at the tables brilliantly and enjoyed their dinner whilst chatting to their new friends. What a super start!
Year 4 - How can we edit a photo?
Date: 7th Sep 2025 @ 10:17pm
This week, we started our Computing unit by looking at what photo editing means - literally changing a photo. We learned how to crop and rotate an image and that they are examples of editing. We had a go at editing photos offline as well as online.
Year 4 - Why did the Romans invade Britain?
Date: 7th Sep 2025 @ 10:15pm
To start the lesson, we did our chronology flashback. Then, we went to the hall to look at the timeline. We looked at where topics we have learned about previous are compared to the Romans.
Next, we started to look at when the Romans invaded Britain. We learned that Caesar tried to invade Britain twice before in 55BC and 54BC, but was unsuccessful. Then in 43AD, Claudius was successful. We looked at why the Romans wanted to invade Britain so desperately and whether we agreed or disagreed with the invasion (from a Roman perspective).
We used our oracy skills throughout the lesson to practice our answers before speaking and we used ABC stem sentences to agree and challenge others’ opinions.
Year 4 - Multiplication Screening information
Date: 7th Sep 2025 @ 6:46pm
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Multiplication Tables Check – Year 4
I’m writing to let you know about an important assessment for all Year 4 pupils: the statutory Multiplication Tables Check.
What is the Multiplication Tables Check?
- The Multiplication Tables Check is a short online test that helps us measure how well your child knows their times tables (up to 12 x 12).
- All Year 4 pupils in England are required to take this check.
- The check consists of 25 questions. Pupils have 6 seconds to answer each question, with a 3-second gap in between.
When will it take place?
- The MTC will take place at the start of June.
Why is this check important?
- Knowing times tables fluently helps children with many aspects of maths and sets them up for success in Key Stage 2 and beyond.
How can you help at home?
Practising times tables at home can boost your child’s confidence. Here are a few suggestions:
- Use apps and online games such as Times Tables Rock Stars and Hit the Button.
- Practise chanting tables or asking quick-fire questions on the way to school.
- Make it fun with flashcards, songs or multiplication challenges.
Questions or concerns?
If you have any questions about the MTC or would like advice on supporting your child, please contact your child’s class teacher.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Mrs NC Bunday
Deputy Headteacher
Boundary Primary School
Date: 7th Sep 2025 @ 12:00pm
During our meet the teacher session this week, we shared information about the Year 6 SATs.
Please find further information below:
Dear Parents/ Carers,
I’m writing to share some key information about the Year 6 SATs (Statutory Attainment Tests) for 2026.
SATs Dates for 2026
- The Year 6 SATs will take place from Monday, 11th May to Thursday, 14th May 2026.
- These tests are a statutory part of your child’s education in England, assessing progress in reading, maths, and grammar, punctuation and spelling.
How You Can Support Your Child Now
- Continue to support learning at home: Encourage your child to read regularly, practise maths, and complete their homework.
- Attendance is crucial: Please do not book any holidays (holidays are NOT authorised during school time) or appointments during the SATs week (11–14 May 2026). Full attendance ensures your child can take all the tests.
- Healthy routines: Make sure your child gets plenty of rest and eats a healthy breakfast each day so they are able to focus in school.
Next Steps
- If you have any questions or concerns in the meantime, please contact your child’s class teacher
- We will be holding a meeting later in the school year for all Year 6 parents and carers.
Thank you for your continued support in helping your child prepare for this important stage in their learning.
Kind regards,
Mrs NC Bunday
Deputy Headteacher
Boundary Primary School
Year 1 Phonics Screening Information
Date: 7th Sep 2025 @ 11:42am
During our meet the teacher session this week, we shared information about the Year 1 Phonics Screening.
Please find further information detailed on the below letter.
We hope that you will be able to join us for a short meeting on Monday 29th September at 8.45am. This will include a short presentation to help you understand more about the screening and give you the oppourtunity to ask any questions.
Date: 5th Sep 2025 @ 4:06pm
This week we have been focusing on the children learning the classroom rules and routines. We have been busy learning how to sit on the carpet properly, sharing the classroom resources and putting them away correctly and practicing putting on our waterproofs independently ready to go outside. Have a look at some of our pictures!
Date: 5th Sep 2025 @ 4:02pm
Welcome to all the new children who have joined Boundary Primary in Reception. We have had a great first week together. We have been busy getting to know our new teachers, exploring the classroom environments both indoors and outdoors and making new friends. It has been lovely to see the children looking super smart in their new school uniforms. If you haven't already please can you ensure your child has their own school book bag, ready for recieving their reading books and a full PE kit in school, named and in a seperate bag. Thank you for your support. What a super start to the school year!
