4NK Class Assembly:  Thank you to 4NK for a lovely assembly on Friday 10^th July, which focussed on the theme of feelings and expressing your emotions. The children told us about the story they have been reading called Jabari Jumps, which tells the story of a young boy who is preparing to jump off a diving board for the first time and his feelings related to this. Elijah and Michaela performed a fantastic rap and the whole class concluded their performance by singing Fight Song by Rachel Platten. Thanks 4NK!

 

Year 6 Careers Day:   Our wonderful Year 6 children took part in our annual careers event on Friday 10^th July, where our learners were interviewed by real life business owners and representatives for job roles, across many different sectors. The event started with students completing an application form and personal statement to support their submission. As with any other job, they then contacted the school office to arrange their interview time and date. The day started with children arriving at school dressed smartly for their interviews then, throughout the afternoon our interviewees took part in their interviews with our supportive volunteers. A huge thank you goes to RFG Financial, Coventry Building Society, Keon Homes, Diverse Housing and our incredible school governors. We look forward to running the event again next year!

 

Governors’ Awards:   On Thursday 9^th July, a special ceremony was held to recognise children at Moat House, who have worked hard or shown good behaviour or attitude during the Summer term. The following children were awarded with a certificate and a voucher, in front of a very proud audience of parents, governors and staff, for their hard work and achievements.

 

Attendance Reward:  On Wednesday 8^th July, Mrs Bivens invited 45 children who achieved 99% and above in their school attendance, to a movie afternoon in the hall. The movie chosen was Toy Story with a few saying that they actually hadn’t watched the classic movie. Popcorn, cookies and drinks were enjoyed and many a laugh was had; well done to all of the children for their fantastic attendance!

 

Sports Day:     Sports day was held on Monday 6^th July for Key Stage 2 and Wednesday 8^th July  for Reception and Key Stage 1. All of the children competed to earn points for their houses in a range of activities, including skipping, the javelin and an obstacle course. The winning team was Mowlam and with only one point behind, Godiva were a very close second!. We would like to say a huge thank you to parents, carers, friends and family for coming along to support the children and especially our Year 6 children, who did a super job of supporting the younger children to ensure that the events ran smoothly.

 

Year 1 Soft Play:     As part of the 45 things to do before you leave Moat House, Year 1 visited a soft play on Tuesday 7^th July. Children explored the different areas and had a great time playing together. They raced up ladders and flew down slides with their friends. They all showed fantastic behaviour to each other and other children. A member of the public also commented on how well the children were playing and how kind and caring they were. They made us very proud. 

 

 

2RW’s Class Assembly:  2RW shared a wonderfully creative assembly with us on Friday 3^rd July. Drawing on their class novel, Matilda, and linking it to their recent learning about space, the children gave a fantastic presentation. They confidently recalled the names of all the planets and delighted us with a beautiful poem about the stars. Thank you, 2RW, for such an engaging and memorable assembly – it was fantastic!

 

London Calling:            On Thursday 2^nd July, our School Council members enjoyed a trip to London, where they experienced a boat trip along the River Thames and had fun spotting some famous landmarks, including Tower Bridge and Big Ben. Following this, they were treated to a tour of the Houses of Parliament, where they were even allowed to enter the public galleries where they witnessed the Lords and MPs debating. The children also took part in a fun and interactive workshop and learnt that King Henry VIII used to play tennis in the Palace of Westminster. The children behaved beautifully throughout the day and were a real credit to Moat House. 

 

Transition Day: On Wednesday 1^st July, all of our children were excited to be told their new classroom and teacher for September. They spent the whole day in their new classrooms and the children and staff enjoyed getting to know each other. These are the classes for the new academic year:

 

Year 2 Trip to Coombe Abbey:  On Tuesday 30^th June, Year 2 enjoyed a wonderful trip to Coombe Abbey. The children were full of excitement from the moment they arrived! They began the day with a lovely walk through the park, taking in the beautiful surroundings and admiring the impressive hotel. The children especially enjoyed watching the swans and ducks along the river. Next, the children took part in a fascinating minibeast hunt. Armed with magnifying glasses, they explored the woodland in search of a variety of minibeasts. Some of the children were even brave enough to hold some of the creatures they discovered! After another walk through the park, they stopped to enjoy their lunch before spending the afternoon making the most of the fantastic play areas and playing football on the field. The children were a real credit to the school throughout the day. Their behaviour was exceptional and we were incredibly proud of the way they represented our school.

 

Year 5 Trip to Derbyshire:      On Monday 29^th June, the other half of our Year 5 children, enjoyed an exciting residential visit to Derbyshire. On Monday, they arrived and set off on a woodland walk, where they sang songs, played games and finished the day with a warming hot chocolate. On Tuesday, they visited Conkers and had a fantastic time exploring the many attractions, including The Warren, Dino Dig, the 4D Cinema, the Splash Park and the train ride. On the final day, they visited Rosliston Forestry Centre, where the children worked in teams of four to navigate their way around the woodland, using only a map. It was a wonderful challenge that encouraged teamwork and problem-solving. The residential was a fantastic experience, and everyone had a brilliant time making memories, taking part in new adventures and enjoying sleepovers with their friends.

 

Year 5 Trip to Conkers: On Monday 29^th June, half of our Year 5 children enjoyed an exciting trip to Conkers. During their visit, they tackled the low ropes course, learned about the importance of forests and their role in protecting the environment, explored the adventure playground and took part in a nature walk. One of the highlights of the day was Mr Wood’s experience of a lifetime as he had the opportunity to drive the small train that transports visitors around the park! The children represented the school brilliantly and had a fantastic time throughout the day, creating many wonderful memories.