Check out the latest news!

• Sound Gong Workshop

  Fri 19 Sep 2025

  This week, the children had the unique opportunity to take part in a Sound Gong Workshop, exploring the calming and restorative power of sound. Led by a professional sound therapist, the session introduced children to the ancient practice of gong bathing—using deep, resonant tones to promote relaxation, focus, and emotional wellbeing.

  The workshop supported our school’s commitment to mental health and wellbeing, offering a creative and sensory approach to mindfulness.

  

• One Voice

  Fri 19 Sep 2025

  ONEVoice is all about student-led creativity! Groups of pupils from schools in the Trust come together to design exciting projects based on what they care about most.

  The group from Cockshutt have decided to focus their project on sustainability, looking at how we can become a more sustainable school.

  We’re proud to be part of this amazing journey!

  

• Phonics workshop

  Fri 19 Sep 2025

  Thank you to all the parents who joined us this week for our phonics workshop! It was a great opportunity to explore how we teach early reading and share practical tips for supporting learning at home. We loved seeing everyone so engaged!

  

• Pickleball

  Thu 11 Sep 2025

  We’re thrilled to announce that our pupils are now enjoying professional pickleball coaching as part of their PE curriculum. Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis — perfect for developing coordination, teamwork, and fitness.

  Our coach is working with children across different year groups, helping them learn the rules, improve their skills, and build confidence on the court.

  

• Chester Zoo Project

  Thu 11 Sep 2025

  What an exciting start to our school year. This week the children took part in an incredible outreach project that brought conservation to life for our whole school community.

  Through a series of inspiring workshops and a visit to the zoo, our children explored one of the zoo’s key conservation campaigns. These interactive experiences will empower them to take action to protect wildlife and our planet — making our zoo trip even more meaningful!

  We’re so proud of our young conservationists and all they’ve learned!

  

• Platinum School Games Mark

  Wed 02 Jul 2025

  Cockshutt Primary School has proudly been recognised with the Platinum School Games Mark award again, highlighting its outstanding commitment and engagement in the School Games for the 2024/25 academic year. This reflects the school’s dedication to promoting physical activity and competitive sports among its pupils. Well done Mrs Rogers for all of your hard work organising all of the sporting events.  

  

• The Marches Academy Trust

  Wed 02 Jul 2025

  We are thrilled that we have now joined The Marches Academy Trust, a partnership that aligns with our values and vision. This collaboration opens exciting opportunities for our children, staff, and wider community, enabling us to share best practices, access greater resources, and strengthen our commitment to delivering outstanding education for every child.

  

• National Sports Week

  Fri 20 Jun 2025

  The children have really enjoyed National Sports Week and have tried a range of new sports. They enjoyed curling so much it is now a lunchtime activity. 

  

• Sports day 2025

  Fri 20 Jun 2025

  We had another hot sports day, this year. All the children did really well and showed excellent sportsmanship through out the afternoon.
  Well done to our 2025 sports day champions, The Falcons. 

  

• Sustainability Accreditation

  Wed 04 Jun 2025

  I am pleased to announce that we have been awarded a Modeshift Stars accreditation for our efforts to increase levels of walking, cycling and other forms of sustainable travel, which is brilliant.

  Thank you for all of your support with our raising awareness events that have allowed us to receive this accreditation. 

  We will now work towards the next level next year.