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• Last Week's News 9th Jan 26

  Mon 12 Jan 2026

  New Year's Resolutions:   Every year I challenge the children to think of something they could improve at school and at home and adopt these as resolutions. Many have told me that they intend to work more quickly, write more neatly, have a better attitude or be a better friend. I'd like to wish everybody the best of luck with their resolutions. I would hope that you might see the benefit at home too with tidier, more helpful children who argue less with their brothers or sisters. I shared that I aim to practise my saxophone more regularly and started at lunchtime, in the dining room, which both I, and the children, enjoyed.

   

  Bikeability:           Year 5 started their bikeability sessions in the week commencing 5^th January and although they were unable to take part in any practical sessions (due to the weather) they were taught about some of the safety and maintenance checks that they should do before riding a bike. These included checking that the tyres are roadworthy and that the brakes work. They were also taught that they should always mount the bike from the left hand side to keep them away from moving traffic.

   

  Healthy Eating Week:        In the week commencing 5^th January, our children took part in Healthy Eating Week, where there was a focus on learning about the benefits of eating healthily. The children learnt that it is important to eat a balanced diet of protein, carbohydrates and plenty of fruit, vegetables and water and that treats can be enjoyed in moderation. We hope that they can encourage everyone at home to adopt good food habits to benefit the whole family.

• Last Weeks News 19th Dec 25

  Mon 05 Jan 2026

  Year 5 and 6 Carols:                Our Year 5 and 6 children delivered a fantastic carol performance on Friday 19^th December, that truly captured the spirit of Christmas. The children sang with confidence, enthusiasm and wonderful expression, creating a joyful and festive atmosphere for everyone watching. The songs included much-loved favourites such as “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.”

   

  Year 1 Nativity:       On Tuesday 16th and Thursday 18^th December, Year 1 performed their Christmas play. There were angels and townspeople, shepherds and sheep, innkeepers and narrators, and of course Jesus, Mary, Joseph, a star and a donkey. The acting was fantastic, with lines delivered clearly and everyone joined in beautifully with the singing. What a fantastic way to get ready for Christmas! It was great!

   

  Year 2 Carols:          What a wonderful time we had at the Year 2 carol concert on Wednesday 17^th December! The children sang beautifully and confidently delighting the audience with much-loved festive songs including Jingle Bells and Last Christmas. They even managed to sing We Wish you a Merry Christmas, whilst also communicating using Makaton. Every child should be incredibly proud of their efforts. They worked hard to learn the songs, remember their cues, and perform with such enthusiasm and big smiles.

   

  Year 3 and 4 Carols:                The Year 3 and 4 Christmas Show on Monday 15^th December was a joyful celebration and a wonderful performance by all of the children involved. The children sang beautifully and this included the traditional carol “Away in a Manger” as well as the lively favourite “Feliz Navidad.” Their hard work and dedication during rehearsals really showed, and they should all be extremely proud of themselves. A special mention must also be given to Benjamin for the very responsible job of playing the music – his timing was perfect!.

   

  We would like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful Moat House staff for their preparation and organisation for all of the Christmas events, as well as to our families for coming along to cheer the children on. The performances were all very memorable and were a lovely way to share festive cheer as a school community! 🎶✨

   

  Moat House Movies:             Many of our children enjoyed a special movie night in the school hall on Tuesday 16^th December. The atmosphere was cozy, with dimmed lighting as they watched Arthur Christmas, complete with cinema-style refreshments including hot chocolate, popcorn, and biscuits.

   

  Stone Age Day in Y3:              Year three wrapped up their history topic with an unforgettable Stone Age Day on Wednesday 17^th December and what an adventure it was! The children fully immersed themselves in prehistoric life, creating stunning pastel pictures of Stonehenge, designing cave paintings and even testing their hunting skills by throwing spears at (very friendly and fully imagined) woolly mammoths and sabre tooth tigers. They explored how early humans survived by making fire, shaping clay into Stone Age artefacts, and tasting the kinds of berries that would have been foraged thousands of years ago. The day was packed with hands-on learning, creativity, and curiosity, bringing history to life in the most exciting way possible. The children’s enthusiasm, imagination, and teamwork were wonderful to see — they truly are remarkable!

   

  Hatton Trip:          Nursery and Reception had a wonderful day at Hatton County World on Thursday 18^th December and they certainly did not let the wet weather dampen their festive spirit! All of the children were exceptionally well behaved and made it onto Santa’s Nice List although some of the teachers set off the red alarm when walking through the naughty and nice detector!  During the day, the children explored the farm animals and were able to feed the sheep and goats; they also held guinea pigs and met the reptiles in the scales and tails enclosure. They made reindeer food and walked through the land of the elves to meet Father Christmas himself! He gave the children a magic golden key to his toy shop, where they all chose a toy to take home – it was a lovely day!

• Last Week's News 12th Dec 25

  Mon 15 Dec 2025

  3EW Class Assembly:             On Friday 12^th December, we enjoyed an assembly by 3EW. The children shared their learning about the Stone Age, where they found out that there were lots of important inventions, including fire and the wheel but most importantly team work! 3EW demonstrated team work perfectly by working together to share their class assembly with us. Thanks 3EW!

   

  Early Years Christmas Morning: On Friday 12^th December, our Nursery and Reception parents were invited into school to enjoy a morning of Christmas activities. All of the parents and children had great fun making tree decorations, Christmas angels and melting snowmen. It was a wonderful morning enjoyed by everyone!

   

  Carols in The Community:      On Thursday 11^th December, Year 2 were given the opportunity to visit a local care home to sing Christmas songs. The children sang beautifully and were extremely well-behaved. The residents joined in with the carols and clearly enjoyed themselves. It was a lovely, heartwarming experience for everyone. Well done Year 2!

   

  Football Stalemate:               The school football team played a match against St John Fisher Primary School on Wednesday 10^th December. We pushed hard straight away but the opposition opened the scoreline making it 0-1. We kept our heads up and played well until half time. During the break, we had a strong talk and went out for the second half. We kept pushing until late in the game..... GOAL!  Planely scored making it 1-1 (assisted by Bradley). We continued the momentum and with fifteen seconds left, we had one more chance but the chance was squandered. The final whistle was blown and the final score was 1-1. It was a high intensity match but also very entertaining. Well done team! Reported by Planely and Bradley.

   

  Christmas Lunch:    On Wednesday 10^th December, we continued the festive theme and enjoyed a delicious Christmas lunch. The children enjoyed wearing their Christmas jumpers whilst eating traditional turkey, vegetables and roast potatoes. They even enjoyed Christmas themed cookies.

   

  Parents’ Evening:    We held our Autumn term parents’ evening on Tuesday 9^th and Wednesday 10^th December. We hope that you found the information about your child’s progress and attainment useful and that you were given tips and guidance, as to how you can help your child at home. If you were unable to see your child’s teacher on the given days, please don’t hesitate to make an alternate appointment, either via the school office or by speaking to your child’s class teacher. We will notify you of rearranged dates in the new year for classes, where staff were unwell: Nursery, 2RW and 3MM.

   

  Early Years Show:   On Tuesday 9^th and Wednesday 10^th December, our youngest children delighted us all, with performances of the traditional nativity tale. Alongside a retelling of the story, the children sang some lovely songs including the Shepherd’s Salsa, Away in a Manger and Merry Christmas Everyone – it has truly put us all in a very festive mood!

   

  Christmas Fayre: On Monday 8^th December, our Christmas Fayre was a resounding success and Santa’s grotto, which was busy throughout the whole day, was a particular hit with children big and small! Each class had the challenge to run their own stall with a prize being awarded to the stall which raised the most money. We would like to thank you for your support, as well as your donations – they are very much appreciated.  

   

   

• Last Week's News 28th Nov 2025

  Mon 01 Dec 2025

  CO Crew:    On Wednesday 26^th November, Year 2 enjoyed a visit from Safety Seymour, who came with important messages about carbon monoxide. The children learnt about the silent gas that can be very harmful. The sessions were fun and interactive, and the children joined in with songs, chants and role play.

   

  Year 4 Trip:   Year 4 had a fantastic day at the Thinktank Museum in Birmingham on Tuesday 25^th November. They explored the Our Changing Planet, We Made It and Things About Me galleries, discovering fascinating facts about the world around us, how things are made, and what makes each of us unique. They also watched an exciting science-themed Christmas show filled with cool experiments that had everyone amazed. To top it all off, they spent time exploring the Science Garden, testing out the hands-on exhibits and had loads of fun. The children thoroughly enjoyed themselves and it ignited their passion for science too! 

   

  UK Parliament Week:           On Monday 24^th November, Key Stage Two participated in an online workshop about Parliament in the UK. We discussed what it means to live in a democracy, the age we can vote in the UK and that everyone has the right to vote. We were told about how we could contact our local Member of Parliament (MP), Mary Creagh, and how anyone can become an MP, so long as they are voted into that position. Children were shown images of Sir Keir Starmer (the Prime Minister) and the government and how they make decisions around housing, jobs, police, health and education

• Last Week's News 21st Nov 25

  Mon 24 Nov 2025

  4NL’s Class Assembly:         Thank you to 4NL, who shared their learning about the Romans in a fantastic assembly, on Friday 21^st November. They told us the story of Romulus and Remus and all about how Mount Vesuvius erupted and destroyed Pompeii. They also described what life was like in Ancient Rome and that the Romans loved food and would sometimes even eat dormice! They performed a great song and managed to learn all of the words, as well as some actions and they even said goodbye in Latin - Vale! Thanks 4NL for a great start to our day! 

   

  Road Safety Week: To recognise Road Safety Week, we were lucky to welcome two police officers into assembly on Thursday 20^th November to talk to us about staying safe outside. They reminded us of some rules that we knew already such as crossing the road with an adult or a lollipop person, putting our phones away when crossing the road and using lights and reflective bands when riding bikes. They also addressed some misconceptions that children had, including calling 999 if we need the police and reminding us that electric scooters are illegal. 

   

  Year 3 Visit to Belgrade Theatre:        Our Year 3 children had a wonderful time watching Sleeping Beauty at the Belgrade Theatre on Thursday 20^th November. They laughed, booed, cheered and danced their way through the enchanting performance, representing themselves and our school brilliantly. From start to finish, the children were completely enthralled and joined in with great enthusiasm. It was a pleasure to see them having so much fun—a truly magical experience and a fantastic way to begin the festive season.

   

  Virtual Dodgeball:  On Wednesday 19^th November, a group of Year 5 and 6 children attended a virtual reality dodgeball competition. During the event, we were split into teams of three and we had to wear VR headsets to play against teams from other schools. It was different from other sports events because we did not physically play dodgeball, however all the children still found it competitive and fun. Moat House came third out of a total of six other schools and we are looking forward to playing it again. This report was written by Hishaam.

   

  Phonics:  Thank you to those parents who came in to school to find out how we teach our children to read, on Tuesday 18^th November. Our consultant (Caroline Carter) from Read Write Inc spoke to Reception and Year 1 parents about the principles of the scheme, as well as the statutory Year 1 phonics screening test, which will happen in June. We hope it was helpful and hope that you can support your children with their reading at home – look out for QR codes on Class Dojo for virtual phonics lessons.

   

• Last Weeks News 14th Nov 25

  Mon 17 Nov 2025

  Children in Need: Thank you to everyone who participated in helping to raise money for Children in Need by coming to school wearing their pyjamas on Friday 14^th November in exchange for £1 or purchasing merchandise.

   

  Year 2 Author:       Year 2 took part in Michael Rosen Day on Thursday 13^th November. Michael Rosen is one of our Year 2 focus authors, so this linked perfectly with our love of books. We celebrated all day by reading, listening to and even writing our own poems. In the morning, we were lucky enough to join a live webinar where we watched Michael Rosen share some of his poems and books. This was interactive and had the children laughing out loud! 

   

  Year 5: CO Crew:    (Written by Omniya and Yusra) On Thursday 13^th November, someone from the CO Crew came into school to talk to us about CO, which is a poisonous gas that can’t be seen, heard, smelt, touched or tasted. If your flames are orange, this is a sign that there is CO in your house. It could lead to dizziness, headaches and also fainting. CO can come from boilers, cookers and fire places. If you are feeling these symptoms, please contact 0800 111 999. You could get a CO detector; these cost around £15 or £16 and can be bought from hardware stores. If you think you have CO in your house, switch appliances off and evacuate. You should sweep your chimney (if you have one) once each year to make sure that it’s not blocked. CO is toxic and is made from carbon and oxygen (one molecule of each) and it’s not enough oxygen for us. Never use a barbecue inside because it could lead to CO inside your house.

   

  Year 4 Football:     We are incredibly proud of our Year 4 girl's football team, who took part in an inter school tournament on Tuesday 11^th November With determination and teamwork, they secured two fantastic wins and showed great resilience in two tough matches. Every player gave their best effort, demonstrating sportsmanship, skill, and school spirit throughout. Win or lose, they represented us brilliantly, and we could not be more proud of their achievements!

   

  Anti-Bullying Week:            In the week beginning 10^th November, our children proudly took part in Odd Socks Day, a fun and colourful way to celebrate individuality and remind us all that being different is something to be valued. The sight of mismatched socks sparked smiles and conversations about kindness, respect, and embracing uniqueness. Odd Socks Day marks the start of Anti-Bullying Week, an important national campaign that encourages schools to stand together against bullying. The theme this year highlights the power of 'positive actions'—whether it’s offering a kind word, standing up for a friend, or simply showing respect. Through assemblies, class discussions, sharing stories and creative activities, our pupils have been learning that small acts of kindness can make a big difference in creating a safe and supportive environment for everyone. By wearing odd socks, our children showed that it’s okay to stand out, and by engaging in Anti-Bullying Week, they demonstrated their commitment to standing up for one another. Together, we are building a school community where every child feels valued, included, and celebrated.

• Last Week's News 7th Nov 25

  Mon 10 Nov 2025

  6CB’s Class Assembly:         It was lovely to watch 6CB’s class assembly on Friday 7^th November – the children have been reading Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan. In this story, Percy discovers that his father is the Greek God Poseidon, which means that he is a demigod – half god, half mortal. We were introduced to many of the Greek gods (in the form of children from 6CB!) and they shared some of the myths they have been learning about, including Pandora’s Box and Theseus and the Minotaur. They also performed a very entertaining Greek rap, which was enjoyed by everyone! Thanks 6CB.

   

  Ella Kinzett    We were very fortunate to have a visit from Ella Kinzett (on Thursday 6^th November). Ella is the captain of Sheffield United ladies football team and at 21, she is the youngest female captain in the league! Ella told us all about how she became a professional footballer, the importance of listening to her coaches and never giving up. She also told us about how exciting it was to win the FA Youth Cup when she was playing for Manchester United (she spent 10 years playing there even though she's a Manchester City fan) and how proud she was when she became captain at Sheffield United. At the end of the assembly lots of children asked her questions about her life and her career; she is a really good role model for them. 

   

  Early Years Trip    On Wednesday 5^th November, our Nursery and Reception children had a wonderful day out at Coombe Abbey for an Autumn walk. They explored the woodlands and found conkers, acorns and pine cones. During their walk, they spotted squirrels and mole holes. They then enjoyed splashing in muddy puddles and fed the ducks, swans and geese. To finish off a wonderful day, they enjoyed climbing in the playground with a particular favourite being the zip line! Everyone had a lovely day and most children were so tired, they fell asleep on the journey home!

• Last Week's News 24th October 25

  Mon 03 Nov 2025

  Artsmark: We are really proud that we have just been awarded the gold Artsmark award. We were previously at the silver level and have worked hard to reach this higher level. The Assessors included the following in their feedback: Moat House Primary School has made impressive progress during its Artsmark journey, building a coherent and inclusive creative culture grounded in clear values and thoughtful planning. A particular strength lies in the school’s curriculum design and delivery, with the implementation of the Primary Knowledge Curriculum (PKC) for art and DT leading to improved outcomes, greater staff confidence, and enthusiastic pupil engagement. The use of QR codes in the school’s musical timeline, termly concerts, and integration of musical genres across year groups reflects a consistent and structured approach to embedding the arts in everyday practice. The school’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is also well evidenced.

   

  Open Morning in Early Years: We would like to thank all the parents who joined us on Friday 24^th October, to take part in our Diwali themed activities with our Early Years children. It was wonderful to see everyone working together, sharing in the celebrations and creating such a joyful and vibrant atmosphere.

   

  Black History Month:            Thank you to everyone who has supported us celebrating the end of Black History Month by dressing in cultural/traditional costumes. Mr Black also joined in the fun and wore his Scottish traditional dress, which included his kilt! It was wonderful to see so many cultures reflected throughout the school on Friday 24^th October.

   

  Disco Fun:            Each of our phases enjoyed an Autumn disco in the week commencing 20^th October and it was a fun-filled event with spookiness, dancing and plenty of smiles! The children came dressed in amazing costumes and shared their best moves on the dance floor. A big thank you to Richard (Marley and Colton’s dad), as he was in charge of the tunes and thanks to those who ran and supported the tuck shop – it was a huge hit and helped raise extra funds for the school!

   

  Football Success:                On Wednesday 22^nd October, the school football team played a match against St Patricks. Near the end of the first half, Carter broke the deadlock with a smart finish into the bottom corner. The second half began with us keeping the ball really well until Planely scored the second goal with Monga and Leo also getting on the score sheet. In the final minute, St. Patricks scored a goal so we lost our clean sheet. The whistle was blown and the final score was 1:4 to Moat House. Everyone had a great performance but Carter stood out and got man of the match. What a great start to the season! (Reported by Bradley and Planely).

   

  Dodgeball at AT7:  On Wednesday 22^nd October, Moat House competed in another dodgeball competition. Nine children from Year 4 took part and played against other local Coventry schools. The teams were only judged on respect, honesty and teamwork and not by scoring points. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience and represented Moat House perfectly.

• Late Week's News 17th October 25

  Mon 20 Oct 2025

  Dodgeball at AT7:            On Thursday 16^th October, there was a dodgeball competition – it was fun! People think that whoever won the most games, won the gold medal but the team who won showed the values of teamwork, respect and honesty. There were twelve games in total and Moat House won two games. Although we did not come first, it was still an amazing experience! (Written by Zaytoon in Year 5)

   

  Year 6 Theatre Visit:   On Thursday 16^th October, Year 6 enjoyed a trip to the Belgrade Theatre to watch Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, but in a musical form. The musical was fantastic with all the singing, acting and dancing. Everyone enjoyed it and had a blast! (Written by Evie in Year 6).

• Last Week's News 10th October 2025

  Fri 10 Oct 2025

  Year 2 Library Visit:    On Thursday 9th and Friday 10th October, the Year 2 classes followed a route that they had planned in geography lessons to get from Moat House Primary School to Bell Green Library. They looked for road names and key features to help them to know they were going the right way. They found lots of human features such as the bridge, shops, roads, houses, flats and the roundabout and they also identified the river, which is a physical feature. While at the library they were shown lots of maps of the local area then had chance to draw their own maps.

   

  Year 3 Geography Walk:         On Tuesday 7th October, our Year 3 students enjoyed an exciting walk around the local area, as part of their geography learning. The children explored both physical and human geographical features, spotting things like hills, trees, rivers, roads, bridges, and buildings. When they returned, they looked at maps to plot out their journey and had fun identifying landmarks they recognised. It was a fantastic hands-on learning experience that helped bring their geography lessons to life!

   

  Year 5 and 6 Internet Safety Workshops:        On Monday 6th October, Year 5 and Year 6 took part in an informative online safety workshop led by West Midlands Police. The session focused on how to stay safe while gaming, messaging and communicating online. The children learned about the importance of keeping personal information private and recognising the potential risks of sharing too much online. They also discussed age restrictions on games and apps, exploring why some content isn’t suitable for younger users. The children asked thoughtful questions and showed great awareness of how to use technology responsibly and respectfully.