What a week it has been here at Somersham Primary School! The children have been brilliant and made me, as a new member of the team, feel incredibly welcome and lucky to be here.

 

Return to School Curriculum Week

I have also had the opportunity to interact with so many of the wonderful children, having taught the Otters, Hedgehogs and Adders classes. Across the week, the children have engaged with our ‘Return to School’ curriculum with such enthusiasm and teamwork.

 

Starting the year in this way has allowed us to focus on themes such as ‘growth mindset’, thinking about goals for the future and considering how our ACE particles are linked to the Olympic values including Respect, Friendship and Determination.

 

From next week, the children will get stuck into the curriculum, with staff discussing with children key enquiry questions. In Science, this may include questions such as:

"What is science?”

"What is a scientist?”

"What questions might a scientist ask?”

"How is science important in real life?”

"What values/skills does a scientist need?”

 

REAL Life Curriculum

This year, we hope to introduce the children to a wide array of careers and role models through our Real Life curriculum. This will include a number of events across the year including Maths Week, Science Week, World Wildlife Day and more.

 

I have been in touch with a number of businesses and organisations already this term to look to develop our Real Life curriculum and develop opportunities for children to see subjects they learn in real life, through meeting scientists and more. I would also love the opportunity to invite some of you in to talk to the children about your own careers. This will show the children how what we learn in school has a real connection to the world beyond education, hopefully inspiring them to find their own path to future success and fulfilment. If you would be interested in this, it would be great to hear from you!

 

Roald Dahl Day - 13th September, 2024

Next week, we will be celebrating Roald Dahl Day - 13th September -  with children engaging in themed activities across the day - a great way to kick start our Real Life curriculum events calendar.

 

Have a wonderful weekend one and all!

 

Mr Becker

Head of School