We all had a lovely morning completing a range of maths activities at our first maths breakfast. Thank you to all those who attended to help our children continue to develop a love of learning.

We all had a lovely morning sharing books at our fist reading breakfast of the year. Thank you to all those who attended to help our children continue to develop a love of reading. 

We had a fantastic time celebrating different languages from around the World and learning about some famous artist from these countries. At the end of the day, our school governors chose some winning entries for our house Art competition. 

Elm - Winner -  Carson

Elm Runner up - Niamh

Oak - Runner Up - Amal

Oak - Winner - Tomiwa

Willow 1 - Winner - Hashir and - runner up - Alexa

Willow 2 - Winner Betsaleel and runner up - Ronny 

Maple 1 - Drishya 

Maple 2 Harmony 

Sycamore 1 - Michelle and  runner up Cody

Sycamore 2 - Winner David F and runner up Cristelle

 Rowan 1 - Winner - Lainey and  runner up - Sophia

 Rowan 2 - Winner - Keaton and runner up  - Hannah

Chestnut 1 - Winner - Freddie and  runner Up - George

Chestnut 2 - Winner - Anna and runner Up -Ella 

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School Council organised an amazing fund raising event. Each class chose a charity that they would like to raise money for, It was lots of fun watching all the dances and we had a great time raising money for some amazing causes. 

The 14 traditional Stations of The Cross

1. Jesus is condemned to death. Jesus was accused of many crimes he didn’t commit. He didn’t defend himself. He knew he needed to die for our sins.

Prayer: Jesus, I often get defensive when I know I did something wrong. Help me be honest. I also don’t want to be a tattletale or accuse others of doing wrong.

2. Jesus accepts the cross. The cross was big and heavy. It was hard for Jesus to carry it. Jesus carried the heavy cross without complaining once.

Prayer: Sometimes schoolwork or jobs at home are hard for me and I complain. Jesus, please help me not to complain. I want to keep trying, even when I find something hard.

3. Jesus falls the first time. Jesus was already badly wounded when he fell the first time. It must have hurt very much. Jesus got up and kept on going.

Prayer: When we don’t succeed in school or when we lose a sports game, it can make us feel defeated. Jesus was hurt but never defeated. Jesus, I want your attitude of hope and victory even if I am not succeeding.

4. Jesus meets his mother. Jesus knew that his mother was sad to see him suffering so much. But he was so happy she came to him. Mary loved Jesus very much.

Prayer: Our parents love us very much, and sometimes we don’t let them hug us and care for us because we are mad or sad or don’t want them to see us in trouble. Jesus, I thank you for my parents and their love for me.

5. Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus. Simon didn’t come to help Jesus but to see what was going on. Then he was ordered by the soldiers to carry the cross, because Jesus was having such a hard time.

Prayer: Sometimes I don’t want to help my friends or brothers and sisters or parents when I am told to. Jesus, help me know that when I do help others, it is like helping you. I want to be kind and helpful.

6. Veronica wipes Jesus’ face. Veronica loved Jesus very much. When she stepped out to wipe his face, she risked getting in big trouble from the soldiers. Her love and kindness overcame her fear.

Prayer: Jesus, I want to love you like Veronica. Help me to be brave and love others who are unpopular.

7. Jesus falls a second time. Jesus fell again because he was so weak and tired from all his wounds. He still didn’t give up. He got back up and continued on.

Prayer: Think of something that makes you feel weak, something that is hard for you to do. Ask Jesus to help you with this.

8. Jesus meets the women of Jerusalem. A lot of people were against Jesus, but a lot of people followed him. They were his faithful friends.

Prayer: Help me to be a faithful friend. When my friends are going through a hard time or are being made fun of, I want to help them and be a true friend.

9. Jesus falls a third time. It’s unbelievable that Jesus fell again and the soldiers didn’t help him. They only yelled louder for him to get up and continue on. Jesus didn’t get mad at them; he forgave them.

Prayer: Sometimes people say or do hurtful things to us or don’t help us when we need them. Jesus, help me to forgive everyone like you did. Help me not to get angry or hold a grudge against someone who has hurt me.

10. Jesus is stripped of his clothes. To be without clothes in front of everyone is a humiliating thing. Jesus wasn’t ashamed because he knew his Father in heaven loved him and everyone who was there.

Prayer: Jesus, I want to know how much you and the Father love me, so I will never be embarrassed or ashamed.

11. Jesus is crucified. The soldiers drove nails through Jesus’ hands and feet. They lifted up the cross and put it in place. Jesus was in a lot of pain.

Prayer: Many people suffer pain every day from being sick, hungry, poor, and because of war or natural disasters. Jesus, please comfort everyone who is in pain today.

12. Jesus dies on the cross. When Jesus died, the sky got dark and the ground started to shake. This made some people very scared. They saw that Jesus was innocent and that they had made a big mistake.

Prayer: Jesus, help me to admit when I make mistakes. Help me to say I’m sorry. Thank you for always forgiving me. I love you, and I want to do the right thing.

13. Jesus’ body is taken down from the cross. Joseph of Arimathea gave Jesus his own burial cave because Jesus didn’t have a place to be buried. Joseph was another one of Jesus’ friends who took a risk to help him.

Prayer: Sometimes it is risky to step out and help people who are in need. Jesus, I want to be a risk-taker and help others. Give me love and courage.

14. Jesus is laid in the tomb. Even when things look very difficult and sad, there is always hope that God can bring new life.

Prayer: Jesus, I believe that you died and rose from the dead so that I could have new life. Thank you!

Year 5 Easter Experience

Year 5 went to church and were immersed in their Easter Experience. They walked around the church and talked about and experienced 5 of the stations of the cross which are pertinent to The Easter Story. As always they were exceptionally well behaved and gained a lot of learning and understanding from Rev David, Rev Marie and other church helpers from the church community.

Easter Bonnet Competition, 2024

On Friday 2nd February, 2024, St. Paul's celebrated NSPCC Number Day with a 'Maths Breakfast'.

Parent and carers were welcomed into school to enjoy a maths-filled morning with their children completing maths activities and challenges. 

It was lovely to see so many of you joining your children in school for the morning and having fun with maths for a great cause!

Thank you for donating to a fantastic charity and joining the children!

Coffee Morning

Friday 22nd September 2023

We held a coffee morning to support Macmillan Cancer Support & to welcome our New To St. Paul's parents to school and what a fabulous success it was. Not only did we raise money for charity but it created friendships between our new families, especially those who are new to St. Paul's and our local community.

There were amazing cakes baked and bought by the fabulous staff at St. Paul's which were then sold for small donations at the event. There were school Governors attending the event and it was lovely to see everybody chatting and having a lovely time.

This will hopefully be the first of many so keep you eyes open on the school website for more events coming up.

A huge thank you to the staff for baking and providing the cakes, the staff organising the event and all our parents/ carers and grown up for attending and helping to raise money.

Remembering and celebrating the life of Queen Elizabeth II

1926 - 2022

In EYFS and KS1 our pupils made a wreath to commemorate the sad passing of our Queen. Our Y6 Head Boy and Head Girl went along with Mrs Rowley (Headteacher) and Mrs Hick (Deputy Headteacher) to lay the wreath at a commemorative garden at the Civic Centre in Swinton.

Author Visit

In September, some children from Years 5 and 6 were lucky enough to meet celebrated author Cressida Cowell. She read extracts from her new book 'The Wizards of Once: Twice Magic'. Our children then met her and she signed copies of her book and answered their questions. The children are now enjoying reading this series of books and are excited for her next release.

CHRISTMAS 2017