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

• Last Week's News 30th Jan 26

  Mon 02 Feb 2026

  5SG’s Class Assembly:       We enjoyed a very informative assembly by 5SG on Friday 30^th January and were really impressed with their classroom learning. In Literacy, they have been writing instructions for a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, as well as learning about alliteration, personification and onomatopoeia. They also demonstrated their mathematical skills of multiplication and division and shared worked examples with us all, on a flipchart. Marley D and Nazra shared their amazing speed stacking skills – blink and you could have missed it! What was most impressive was the fact that the children devised the assembly themselves – well done 5SG!  

   

  Library Launch:                    On Tuesday 27^th January, we were very excited to open up our library to parents and children after school, so that families can enjoy reading good quality story books, at no cost to you! We hope that you will use this facility on a regular basis and remind you that it will be open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:20pm until 4:20pm. Children will be allowed to borrow three books at a time and they will need to return them to the library after a month, or sooner if you are speedy readers!

   

  Read Write Inc:               Thank you to the Year 1 parents who joined us for our second phonics session on Tuesday 27^th January, where we demonstrated how we teach phonics using Read Write Inc, at Moat House. We hope that these sessions have been useful to you and we urge you to please continue to hear your children read with the reading books that they bring home, on a daily basis.

   

  Young Voices:      On Monday 26^th January, some of our Key Stage 2 children took part in a spectacular Young Voices concert at the BP Pulse Arena in Birmingham. During the show, they sang a wide range of songs, including hits from Wicked and Tarzan, as well as a disco-themed medley, performing to a packed audience alongside children from many other schools.  Moat House children were particularly fantastic when singing ‘Pop Medley’ and ‘Power in Me’. They had the exciting opportunity to work with a professional conductor and to sing and dance alongside talented performers, including the dance group Urban Strides. One of the highlights of the day was learning a brand-new song with Connie Talbot, which the children thoroughly enjoyed.  Everyone had a fantastic day, danced the night away and truly did Moat House proud!

   

   

   

• Last Week's News 23rd Jan 26

  Mon 26 Jan 2026

  Ready, Set, School with Nursery:    On Thursday 22^nd January, we launched our first ready, set, school session, working alongside the Family Hub to ensure our children are ready to start school. This week there was a focus on building relationships and making connections, in a fun and interactive way. The children and parents had the opportunity to make sensory bottles, playdough faces, emotion wheels and matching emotions, as well as playing games to encourage turn taking. The favourites were giant Jenga and the sensory bottles! A lot of fun and engagement was had by all and we are looking forward to welcoming more parents in the following weeks. If you are interested in joining us, please come along to the school office next Thursday at 1:30pm.

   

  School Council Visit:           On Thursday 22^nd January, our School Council were lucky enough to visit the Council House in the city centre. They met the Lord Mayor (Councillor Rachel Lancaster), who answered lots of questions about her role and gave the children a tour of the special rooms in the Council House. The children were fascinated by the chambers and had lots of questions to ask about the Lord Mayor’s roles and responsibilities, which mainly consist of promoting Coventry far and wide about the amazing city that it is! The children had a wonderful time, were all perfectly behaved (this was commented upon by staff at the Council House) and were rewarded with a special pen! 

   

  Read Write Inc:               Thank you to those parents who came in to school, on Wednesday 21^st January, to find out how we teach our children to read. Our Year 1 parents were informed about the statutory phonics screening test (which will happen in the week commencing June 8^th) and they were able to watch Read Write Inc in action with their own children. We hope it was helpful and urge you to support your children with their reading at home, as a result.

• Last Week's News 16th Jan 26

  Mon 19 Jan 2026

  3MM’s Class Assembly:      3MM led a very informative assembly on Friday 16^th January called ‘Our Body’s Got Talent’. They discussed how all the different systems of the body (muscles, skeletal, digestive and nervous systems) work together to make our bodies amazing. They also told us all about the superfoods we need to stay healthy. To cap it all off, they sang a brilliant song all about our bones. Well done, 3MM! Brilliant reading, singing and amazing information!

   

  Bikeability:           (Written by Cole) In Bikeability (Wednesday 14^th and Friday 16^th January), we got given bikes from how tall we are and there were three teachers. One took the people who could ride a bike and the other two took the people who couldn’t ride a bike. Most of the people who couldn’t ride a bike can now. Luckily, no-one fell off their bike and everyone had fun!

   

  Year 5 PCSOs:     (Written by Marley J) On Tuesday 13^th January, some of the Year 5 children became Junior PCSOs, we received the phonetic alphabet and we need to learn it. We have also been given an ID card and a uniform. In week 2, we are going to check car speeds outside our school with a speed gun. If any cars are going over the speed limit, we will write them a ticket using the phonetic alphabet. Before we check car speeds, we will be tested on our phonetic alphabet. Now to week 3 - our play ground will be turned into a crime scene and we will need to find out who did the crime and why it was done. In week 4, we will turn the library into a court room and find out which criminal committed the crime from week 3. We will also have other people in the room so it feels real. Finally in week 5, we will be allowed to use handcuffs, a baton and other equipment. We will also wear some real police clothes and have a test on our phonetic alphabet.

• 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!