Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Last Week's News 26th June 26

  Mon 29 Jun 2026

  1CA Class Assembly:  Congratulations to 1CA, who shared a wonderful assembly with us on Friday 26^th June! They showed great enthusiasm in sharing how they’ve been learning their sounds and building their sentence writing skills. They also shared how they explored the continents and helped us all remember what an amazing place our world is! Well done for your hard work and confidence—keep it up! 🌍✨

   

  Year 6 Visit to the Cinema:   On Wednesday 24^th June, our Year 6 children spent the morning at the cinema, as a reward for all of their hard work and dedication in the lead up to SATs, as well as the fantastic effort they showed during the assessments themselves. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and the resilience they showed during a tricky week. The children had the choice of watching either Masters of the Universe or The Sheep Detectives and both films were thoroughly enjoyed. A visit to the snack counter was an exciting treat, with children making the most of the opportunity to buy their favourite cinema treats. It was a lovely opportunity for the children to relax and celebrate their achievements. All of the children had a fantastic day and with the current heatwave, the air-conditioned cinema was a welcome escape from the soaring temperatures! 

   

  Getting ready for school (Nursery):  On Wednesday 24^th June, parents and children who are due to start in our Nursery this September were invited into school to find out more about the setting, daily routines and learning at Moat House. The Nursery staff introduced themselves and parents had the opportunity to ask any questions, whilst the children explored their new classroom.

   

  Year 5 Visit: On Tuesday 23^rd June, Year 5 were invited to attend Grace Academy for French and Science Workshops. After a quick (and hot) walk to the secondary school the children were excited to learn some basic French phrases, so that they could order at a 'French Cafe'. After this, the children visited the chemistry labs and were given the opportunity to make 'elephant toothpaste'. There was much excitement as the coloured foam rose out of their test-tubes! 

   

  PCSO Visit:     On Monday 22^nd June, our Reception and Year 1 children welcomed a visit from our local police officers. This opportunity allowed the children to practise the skills they had learnt during the previous sessions and recall the important information they should know. They also had the chance to try on the police uniform and even ‘arrest’ some of the teachers!  We are very grateful for their visits, as they make each session fun, engaging and exciting for the children.

   

   

• Last Weeks News 19th June 26

  Mon 22 Jun 2026

  Fathers’ Day Breakfast:         Our pop-up Father's Day shop was very successful in the week beginning 15^th June and many children enjoyed choosing a gift for loved ones – if you received one, we hope you enjoyed your special gift. Many parents joined us for breakfast on Friday 19^th June – it was lovely to see our special visitors spending time with their children playing games and crafting, as well as enjoying a delicious breakfast.

   

   

  Getting ready for school:       On Wednesday 17^th June, parents with children who are due to start our Reception in September were invited into school to find out about the setting, the school routines and the learning at Moat House. The teachers and teaching assistants introduced themselves and parents were given the opportunity to ask any questions that they may have.

   

  Coombe Abbey:       On Tuesday 16^th June, Year 1 visited Coombe Abbey. The children went on a woodland walk in and out of trees where they were able to explore and find natural objects like pine cones and twigs. They spotted lots of wildlife such as squirrels, birds and even a rabbit. They particularly liked watching the ducks and geese on the pond. Children even saw some cute, fluffy cygnets. To end the day, the children got to explore the wonderful play area in the woods. The children were all excellently behaved showing respect to each other and members of the public. 

   

  PCSO Visit:     On Monday 15th June, our Year 3 and Year 4 pupils took part in an engaging "Actions and Consequences" workshop led by our PCSOs. During the session, the children explored how positive choices can lead to positive outcomes and discussed the consequences of inappropriate behaviour. One aspect of the workshop that particularly surprised the children was learning about the age of criminal responsibility in England, which is 10 years old. Many pupils were shocked to discover that children can be arrested from this age if they break the law. They were also interested to learn that, before this age, parents and carers can be held accountable for their children's behaviour and may face consequences for serious incidents. The workshop provided a valuable opportunity for pupils to learn about responsibility, decision-making, and the impact their actions can have on themselves and others. The children were highly engaged throughout and asked many thoughtful questions, demonstrating their enthusiasm and understanding of the topic.

   

  Big School: On Friday 12^th June, our Year 6 children took part in ‘Big School’ - this was an original theatre-in-education programme that combined a live theatre performance with engaging participatory activities. The programme was designed to support pupils as they prepare for the move to secondary school, providing a safe and interactive space to explore their thoughts and feelings about this important transition. Through the performance and follow-up activities, children considered some of the challenges they may encounter and developed practical strategies to help them manage change, build confidence and approach the next stage of their education positively. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience and were actively involved throughout, demonstrating thoughtful reflection and enthusiasm. It was a valuable opportunity to help prepare them for the exciting journey ahead.

   

   

   

   

• Last Week's News 12th June 26

  Mon 15 Jun 2026

  5BC Class Assembly: 5BC delivered a fantastic assembly on Friday 12^th June, sharing their learning about the Victorians. They explained how the British Empire grew to become one of the largest in history, covering a quarter of the world’s land and population. The children also spoke about the challenging lives of Victorian children, who often worked long hours in dangerous conditions. It gave us all a real appreciation of how fortunate we are to live in the modern world.

   

  Phonics Screening:  In the week beginning 8^th June, our Year 1 (and some Year 2) children showed off their amazing reading skills in the national phonic screening assessment. They used their sounds to read real words, as well as nonsense words. They all put in lots of effort and we are very proud of them.

   

  Multiplication Tables Check:     The children have worked incredibly hard (in the week starting 8^th June) during the Multiplication Tables Check, showing excellent focus and determination. They demonstrated great confidence in their times tables and approached the assessment with a positive attitude. We are very proud of how well they applied themselves and the effort they put into their learning. Well done Year 4!

   

• Last Week's News 8th June 26

  Mon 08 Jun 2026

  Tour de France:     The school football team enjoyed a very memorable and hot tournament in Hordain, France from 23^rd – 25^th of May. The team finished 9^th out of 20 teams, having played against some very competitive European teams (effectively winning the “Europa League.”) The team won four out of the seven matches they played and this included a thrilling penalty shoot-out, which was decided by Bradley, Leo and Theo scoring their penalties and more crucially, two fantastic saves by Michal! The children especially enjoyed experiencing European culture by staying with host families, which included them tasting local cuisine and trying to communicate in a mixture of English and French. For videos and photographs of the trip, please check out Class Dojo.

   

• Last Week's News 21st May 26

  Fri 22 May 2026

  4ML’s Class Assembly:   We enjoyed learning lots about CS Lewis’ book, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe in 4ML’s assembly on Friday 22^nd May. The children shared some of the meanings and messages behind the story and acted parts of it out. One important theme was that we should not be worried about making mistakes as these lead to making progress and learning new things.

   

  Year 6 Performance:  In the week beginning 18^th May, Year 6 selected their end of year performance: Rapunzel. They held auditions for roles such as the Barbershop Bros, Prince Teddy, Rapunzel, and many more. Final auditions will take place at the beginning of June and there is lots of excitement, as the children look forward to discovering which part they will play.

   

• Last Week's News 15th May 26

  Mon 18 May 2026

  Year 6 SATs:      Our Year 6 pupils showed incredible determination throughout SATs in the week commencing 11thn May and they approached each test with focus, resilience and a positive attitude. A huge well done to every child for giving their very best — we are all so proud of you. The children rounded off this demanding week with some Friday fun, consisting of a water fight; it was a well-deserved break, after all their hard work.

   

  Reception trip to Warwick Castle:      On Thursday 14^th May, our Reception children enjoyed a trip to Warwick Castle. When first arriving at the castle, the children were greeted by an archer who was doing target practise. The children were wowed by the size of the castle and enjoyed exploring both the king maker exhibition and the state rooms, which allowed them to compare their learning in the classroom with real life exhibitions. In addition, the children were extremely enthusiastic whilst helping the princess find her lost keys in the tower and were fascinated by the bird of prey show. The children also managed to either attend knight school or a “meet and greet” with Zog. They finished the day off having fun in the Zog playground - a fantastic day was had by all! 

• Last Week's News 8th May 26

  Mon 11 May 2026

  Year 6 SATs::      Next week, our Year 6 children will be completing their SATs. Here is the timetable for the week:

  • Monday 11th May: Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (GPS) Papers 1 & 2
  • Tuesday 12th May: Reading
  • Wednesday 13th May: Mathematics Papers 1 & 2
  • Thursday 14th May: Mathematics Paper 3

  Ensuring a good night’s sleep and a calm, positive morning routine will really help children feel settled and ready to do their very best. Please encourage your child to come into school each day feeling well-rested, organised and prepared. To support them further, we will be running a SATs Breakfast Club each morning during test week. This will provide a relaxed start to the day, with time to eat, chat with friends and settle any nerves before the tests begin. This will also give them the chance to get some last minute revision! We are incredibly proud of how hard the children have worked this year and we want them to feel confident, supported and ready to shine

   

  Clean up Crew: Children from both Moat House and Castle Wood joined together on Friday 8^th May for a campus clean‑up, collecting litter and discovering how small actions can make a big difference. Their enthusiasm helped make the whole site look fantastic, and we’re planning more litter‑picking sessions in the future. Please continue to support our efforts by doing your bit and taking any litter home. Thank you.

   

• Last Weeks New 1st May 26

  Tue 05 May 2026

  RSD Pizza Express Visit:                On Tuesday 28^th April, RSD enjoyed a fantastic trip to Pizza Express in Warwick. The children were thrilled to learn how to make their own pizzas, fully immersing themselves in the experience by rolling out dough, spreading tomato passata, and sprinkling cheese before watching their creations go into the oven.  Afterwards, we made our way to Warwick Park, where everyone relaxed with a picnic and had the chance to taste the delicious pizzas, they had prepared themselves. The day ended perfectly with playtime in the park and watching the ducks.

   

  Sky Blue Day     On Monday 27^th April, we celebrated Coventry City’s fantastic promotion to the Premier League as Champions. It was wonderful to see so many members of our school community joining in the celebration, with everyone proudly wearing a Coventry City shirt or a sky-blue item of clothing. The day had a real sense of excitement and unity, as pupils and staff alike shared in this special achievement for our local team.

• Last Week's News 24th April 26

  Mon 27 Apr 2026

  Careers Day: On Friday 24^th April, we enjoyed our first ever careers day to support our Life Skills learning and curriculum. Across the whole school, children embraced the day by dressing up as the careers they would like to pursue in their futures. – it was lovely to meet future artists, chefs, doctors and firefighters. In their learning, our youngest children learnt about different types of jobs, children in years three and four learnt about setting goals and personal strengths and our oldest children considered the qualities needed to become employed and the routes into different careers. We hope the children enjoyed the day and thank you for your support with the inspiring outfits!

   

  Nursery Trip:        Our Nursery children had a fantastic day at Hoar Park Farm on Thursday 23^rd April, where they had the opportunity to explore and learn about a variety of animals including goats, sheep, cows and ponies. They even got to see a baby goat that had been born only an hour before!  A visit to the reptile house was a real highlight, with some children bravely holding a stick insect and stroking a bearded dragon.   The children enjoyed playing in the park before heading home. They were all beautifully well behaved and had a wonderful time from start to finish.

   

  1ET’s Class Assembly:         On Thursday 23^rd April, we enjoyed a delightful assembly presented by 1ET. The children retold the story of Elmer, sharing a wonderful message about individuality and the importance of celebrating our differences. They concluded with a cheerful song, set to the tune of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” reminding us all that we are amazing just as we are.

• Last Weeks News 17th April 26

  Mon 27 Apr 2026

  PCSOs visit the Nursery:        On Monday 13^th April, our Nursery welcomed two PCSOs to Moat House. They came to talk to the children about the important work they do in our community and how they help to keep everyone safe. The children were especially excited to try on the uniforms and hats the officers brought along, which made the visit even more memorable!

   

  Ancient Egypt Day:  On Monday 13^th April, our Year 3 children enjoyed a fantastic Ancient Egypt Day to celebrate the end of last half term’s History topic. The day was filled with a range of creative arts and crafts activities, allowing the children to showcase their learning in a fun and engaging way. They used tea bags to stain paper to create an aged papyrus effect, before writing messages to their parents in hieroglyphics, using charcoal. The children also made impressive Sphinx sculptures from clay and designed beautiful Queen Nefertiti-inspired collars using paper plates and pasta. To complete the day, they drew detailed images of their favourite Egyptian gods and goddesses in their sketchbooks. It was wonderful to see such enthusiasm and creativity from all of the children, and a great way to round off their learning on Ancient Egypt.

   

  Year 4 Swimming:  Our Year 4 children have enjoyed developing their swimming skills in our “pop up pool” in the week beginning 13^th April. They have had a lesson every day and this will continue until Friday 8^th May. Many of the children are already making fantastic progress and they are much more confident in the water! Well done Year 4!  

   

  Careers Day: As part of our Life Skills curriculum, children learn about careers they may wish to have when they grow older. They learn about different job roles and the skills and qualifications required to fulfil their ambitions. Within this curriculum, children learn to share their likes and dislikes, identify their own positive qualities and skill sets and how to set short-term and long-term goals. Therefore, on Friday 24th April we are giving children the opportunity to come to school in clothing to reflect the job they might like to do when they get older. This can be a chef, builder, dancer, scientist, footballer or even a magician! Please join Class Dojo (if you haven’t already) to stay connected with all our latest school news and to keep up to date with important information.

   

  Library Competition:               Last half term, we were delighted to open our school library to families after school and it has been wonderful to see so many children visiting with their parents to choose books to enjoy at home. This term, we hope to welcome even more families through our doors. To support this, we will be launching a class competition. Each time a child visits the library they will earn a point for their class and once a class reaches 50 visits, they will receive a prize. We look forward to seeing many more of you in the library this half term. Just a reminder that the library is open from 3:20pm, Tuesday to Thursday.