03/07/2019
Great Wood took a strong team to the Athletics and they did very well, coming a respectable fourth overall out of eight schools. We had plenty of individual successes with lots of finishes in the top three. Stand out competitors were Grace, who bossed her 800m run from start to finish and we can officially claim to be the KS2 Bean Bag race champions after winning all four races, well done to Ethan, Harrison, Summer and Karleigh. Thanks to those parents that came to support and cheer the pupils on - a brilliant, sunny event that was enjoyed by all!
02/07/2019
Royal British Legion guests were invited to watch the Summer Production of ‘Aladdin’ and enjoy an afternoon tea. Pupils entertained them with some wonderful songs, pantomime jokes and dazzling, colourful costumes! Members of the RBL thought it was fantastic and praised the pupils and staff for putting on such a fun, engaging play. Following the show, members of the cast served tea, coffee and a plethora of delightful afternoon tea treats. The fruit loaf was very well received and plenty of praise was heaped on Lesley and Jan for the delicious servings. A wonderful afternoon was had by all!
25/06/2019
On Tuesday 25th June, our KS2 pupils became archaeologists for the day as they explored the Roman world at the Dewa Museum in Chester. The pupils marched through the streets of Chester as Roman Legionaries, chanting as they went and bravely carrying their shields. They had to practice soldier drills, protect themselves from Barbarian attack and even endured a gruesome gladiator battle in the amphitheatre! As ever the pupil’s behaviour was brilliant and the museum commented on how respectful and knowledgeable the pupils were. A wonderful way to enhance the learning for our topic and make it a memorable day out.
20/06/2019
Our Reception and Year One children enjoyed a trip to Peak Wildlife Park. They visited lots of animals including llamas, otters, meercats, goats and the giant tortoise. They also had a talk about and visit to the penguins, where they watched feeding time and learnt about the individual penguins. All the children were treated to a delicious ice-cream (despite the rain)! On the way back to the coach the children visited the gift shop, where they purchased an amazing array of wildlife products!
15/06/2019
Term dates for the academic year 2019-2020, including the change to the May Day Bank Holiday, can be found here.
11/06/2019
On Tuesday 11th June, year 5 pupils took part in a Maths event held at The Cheadle Academy alongside other local primary schools. The pupils were fantastic and tried their best, congratulations to St. Werburghs for winning overall event and to Bishop Rawle for winning the poster competition.
05/06/2019
On Wednesday the Y3/4 Tag Rugby Team travelled to Picknalls First School in Uttoxeter, to take part in a seven schools rugby tournament. With no subs and six games to play, the amazing eight won their first game against Springcroft, before drawing the next three and winning the fifth game against St Giles. Entering their last game, against St Werburghs undefeated, the team played to all their strengths, defensive tagging and running some fantastic lines to score three tries. However St Werburghs managed to claw back five tries to take the victory. Overall the team came in fourth place, only beaten by the tournament winners! A brilliant effort and a fabulous afternoon was enjoyed by all the participants and spectators.
03/06/2019
Children in year 2 have visited the Valley at Oakamoor's Forest School for the first of their 4 sessions. Forest school gives children the opportunity to learn hands on in a woodland environment. They played games and took part in activities which support their learning, including making dens, using tools, making shelters and creative environment art.
23/05/2019
Great Wood children, along with other children from across the MAT took part in a more able mathematician’s event on Thursday 23rd May. The event was hosted by The Happy Puzzle Company incorporating teamwork, education and most importantly fun. Children took part in solving problems and conquering challenges discovering that every puzzle can be solved by using the right strategies and effective teamwork.
23/05/2019
Grace Ansell, whose grandad is currently having treatment at Douglas Macmillan, wanted to do some fundraising and came up with an idea with her friends. Over the last couple of weeks they have been holding a raffle with prizes that have been donated by themselves. They have raised an amazing £106.21. Wow! Grace said “I didn’t believe we could raise so much money, I want to thank my friends for helping and to all those that have given so generously”.
