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• Bikeability Success for Year 5 and 6!

  Fri 16 Oct 2026 Kim Baker

  A huge well done to our Year 5 and 6 pupils who successfully completed their Bikeability training this week. They demonstrated excellent listening skills, determination and responsibility while learning essential cycling and road safety skills.

   

  Throughout the training, pupils developed their confidence on their bikes and learned how to ride safely and responsibly in different road situations. We were incredibly proud of the mature attitude and resilience they showed throughout the course.

   

  Thank you to the Bikeability instructors for delivering such valuable training, and to parents for ensuring children came prepared each day.

   

  Well done, Year 5 and 6! We hope you continue to use your new skills to stay safe and enjoy cycling.

  

• Ash Class Fire Safety Workshop

  Wed 14 Oct 2026 Kim Baker

  Ash Class enjoyed an informative and engaging fire safety workshop this week. The children learned about the important role of firefighters, how to stay safe in the event of a fire, and what they should do if they ever hear a smoke alarm.

   

  The workshop gave pupils the opportunity to ask questions, explore fire safety equipment, and develop their understanding of how to keep themselves and others safe. We were impressed by their enthusiasm, thoughtful questions, and excellent listening throughout the session.

   

  A big thank you to everyone involved in delivering such a valuable learning experience for our children! 

   

  

• Pond dipping

  Sat 03 Oct 2026 Lauren Rogers

  After all of the hard work the PTA did in the summer term when creating our wonderful pond area, it was time to get stuck in and explore the wildlife we had attracted! We enjoyed a fabulous session of pond dipping and found water beetles, pond skaters, water snails and water louse! It was so much fun and extremely relaxing due to being such a zen area! The addition of the pond has really made a wonderful new element to our outdoor learning experiences. 

  

• Year 2 and 3 DT in Action!

  Thu 01 Oct 2026 Kim Baker

  Our Year 2 and 3 children have been busy developing their design and technology skills by constructing the chassis, wheels and axles for their moving vehicles. They worked carefully to measure, assemble and test their designs, showing great perseverance and teamwork throughout the process.

   

  The children are now ready for the exciting next stage, where they will design and build their final vehicle. We can't wait to see their creative ideas come to life and watch their finished vehicles in action!

   

  Well done, Year 2 and 3, for your fantastic effort and problem-solving skills.

  

• Reading buddies! Oak classes designated reading buddies came for their first story session. They really enjoyed sharing stories with Chestnut class and are going to make this a regular event!

  Wed 30 Sep 2026 Lauren Rogers
  

• Chestnut Class Forest School Adventure!

  Wed 30 Sep 2026 Kim Baker

  The children in Chestnut Class have been bringing their English learning to life through our Forest School sessions. Inspired by the trolls and characters from their class text, they worked together to design and build their own troll houses using natural materials found outdoors.

   

  The children showed fantastic creativity, teamwork and problem-solving skills as they carefully selected sticks, leaves and moss to create shelters fit for a troll! It was wonderful to see them using ideas from their writing and reading in a practical, hands-on way while developing their confidence and connection with nature.

   

  Well done, Chestnut Class, for your imagination and enthusiasm. We can't wait to see where your learning takes you next! 

  

• Pupil Leadership at Cockshutt CE Primary School

  Mon 28 Sep 2026 Kim Baker

  At Cockshutt, we encourage our children to take responsibility and make a positive contribution to school life. Through our pupil-led groups, children develop confidence, leadership skills and a sense of pride in their school.

   

  Our Worship Team helps lead collective worship, the Safety Squad promotes keeping safe, the Climate Crew works to reduce our carbon footprint, each class has an Ambassador to represent pupil voice, and our Sports Leaders encourage participation in physical activity.

   

  We are incredibly proud of the difference these pupils make every day! 

  

• Our Daily VIP!

  Fri 18 Sep 2026 Kim Baker

  Each morning, we start our day with a very special activity. One member of the class is chosen to be our VIP of the Day! 

   

  Throughout the morning, classmates think carefully about what makes that person special and write positive comments about them. We love hearing about acts of kindness, good friendship, hard work, resilience and the many wonderful qualities that make each child unique. 

   

  This simple activity helps to build confidence, strengthen friendships and create a classroom where everyone feels valued and celebrated. There are always lots of smiles when our VIP gets to read their special messages. 

   

  To find out more about the amazing activities happening in our school, visit our website at Home | Cockshutt CE Primary School

  

• Chestnut Class Have Been Busy Learning Their Sounds!

  Wed 16 Sep 2026 Kim Baker

  The children in Chestnut Class have been enjoying learning their phonics through our new Jolly Phonics scheme. With interactive stories, actions, songs and games, the sessions are fun, engaging and help bring each sound to life.

   

  The children have loved joining in with the actions, singing along and taking part in the games, all whilst building their confidence and developing their early reading and writing skills. It has been wonderful to see so much enthusiasm for learning!

   

  Well done, Chestnut Class!

  

• Early years - exciting learning and play

  Fri 11 Sep 2026 Kim Baker

  Our early years children have been settling in brilliantly and are already getting stuck into lots of exciting learning and play.

   

  This week, they enjoyed exploring and constructing together, developing their creativity and teamwork skills. They also put the fruit they had picked during their forest-based learning sessions to good use by helping to prepare and cook a tasty treat. 

   

  We are so proud of how well they have adapted to their new routines and can't wait to see all the learning and adventures the year ahead will bring!