Head Teacher’s Blog

Dear Parents and Carers, As the government are gradually easing restrictions, it has given us the opportunity to review the systems and procedures we have implemented in school. Although infection rates are dropping, it does not mean that we can become complacent...

Our children have all taken part in 'Mindfulness' workshops, Tennis coaching sessions and after school activities with Rob Proud as well as all the amazing things they are doing in their own classrooms with their own teachers and support staff. We also had a visit...

Free LFD testing and home testing kits are now available in Woodhouse Close Library. Find out more and book appointments http://www.durham.gov.uk/CovidLFT

It has been wonderful having everyone back in school these last three weeks; it has felt like some kind of ‘normality’ and there has been a real ‘buzz’ around school! Our children have enjoyed being with their friends; learning and having fun and we can’t wait for...

We celebrated Red Nose Day by coming into school dressed in red.  We made funny faces with huge red noses and designed superhero masks. Some classes completed puzzles and quizzes before sharing jokes. There was lots of smiles and laughter throughout the day....

Dear Parents and carers, As part of their transition work, Staindrop Academy have been offering some live lessons for our Year 5 and 6 pupils to join in with.   The last lessons were a hit with the children who participated and we have had a lot of positive feedback...

Dear Parents, I can’t believe that it is half term! Undoubtedly it has been a tricky one for all of us whatever our circumstances. I would like to say a huge ‘Thank you’ to all of you who have been home-schooling - you have done an amazing job! I know it is not easy...

We have had very different half term but that has not stopped all of our children from working extremely hard.  We are so proud of how they have worked throughout this lockdown and have loved seeing the amazing work they have produced.  Some children have been...

We are starting to put a page together with all the resources we have found for Children's Mental Health Week. We have included a Powerpoint from The County Durham Emotional Health and Resilience Team which we feel is a fantastic resource to be used at home or in...

We have purchased an online pantomime for the children and families of our school to enjoy. This is available for the whole of February so you have plenty of time to watch it at your leisure. Click on the blue box which say 'Watch on Vimeo'  then add the unique...