Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Hello everyone,

I hope you’ve all had a fabulous half term.

The Big Me project!

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Reception did a great job litter picking for world environment day!

Reception Class Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Caterpillars and Butterfiles have been enjoying FMPS now new out door play area!

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Year 5 Weardale Trip 

Year 5 visited Weardale Adventure Centre this week and took part in a number of activities in a vast quarry. The children had to be resilient, show teamwork and communication skills. On the water, the children climbed aboard ‘The Mammoth’ a huge paddleboard, where they had to paddle as one and help each other collect objects. Lots of the children got wet but all returned with smiles on their faces. The other activities were based on bushcraft and teamwork. Fire lighting and the importance of fire safety was covered, while the Year 5s attempted to light pieces of cotton wool, before being rewarded with marshmallows. After this, we took part in a number of team building games such as crossing a pool of lava on stepping stones and handing things over an imaginary river. The activities were excellent and they were thoroughly enjoyed by the children.  

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Reminders

·         Monday 9th June - Y4 Bikeability Children can choose whether to take part. This will be half a day each for 2 groups of Year 4. Children will be required to bring in a suitable bike and helmet and must be a confident cyclist.

·        10th, 11th and 12th June, 2025 - Bikeability – Y5 pupils will take part in either a morning or afternoon session to achieve Level 2. This is for pupils who have NOT achieved Level 1 or 2 previously. They require bike and helmet each day and need to ride a bike confidently

Please note that Year 6 Bikeability will be the week after.

·         Wednesday 11th June - Rockstar Maths Challenge Day – pupils to dress up as Rock Stars today if they wish

·         Wednesday 11th June – evening - Durham Dash in the evening for some KS2 children at Beamish

I hope you all have a lovely weekend!

Mrs Smith

Headteacher

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Hello everyone,

I hope you’ve all had a wonderful week.

The Big Me project has started!

Thank you so much to all those parents offering their time to explain their professions and skills to our children.

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It was Jido’s time to shine in Ladybird class on Friday 23rd May. He presented the traditional tale ‘Three Billy Goats Gruff’. Jido pointed to and named each goat successfully. What a lovely story you have shared, Jido. Well done! 

Reception Class Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

On Tuesday 20th May, Jess shared her horse riding skills with Pandas class.  We found out about how often she does it, the different horses she has been able to ride and the amazing progress she has made since starting. We thoroughly enjoyed her presentation and especially the videos showing off her riding skills!  Thank you Jess!

Year 3 and 4 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

 Akhmet’s Time To Shine

Akhmet gave a fascinating presentation during his Time to Shine, telling the Tigers all about his heritage country, Kazakhstan.He showed photos of the beautiful scenery there, as well as of the tasty cuisine.

Lily’s Time To Shine

This week, Lily shared with the class her trip to the Roman Fort Vindolanda which links with our current history topic: 'Did the Roman Empire Impact Britain?'. The class were fascinated to hear about all of the interesting facts that Lily had learned. Thank you for sharing your new knowledge with us all Lily.

Year 3 and 4 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

On Friday 16^th May Hareem shared 'All about Pakistan' with Pandas class.  We found out about her home country, the food and the population.  We thoroughly enjoyed her presentation and especially the quiz at the end!  Thank you Hareem

Year 3 and 4 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Y2 had a great time at the striking and fielding sports festival. We played lots of mini games practicing our throwing and catching skills.

KS1 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

 This week, year 6 have created some wonderful character descriptions of Boathook Man with Adam Bushnell. They used their senses to describe him and added dialogue to bring the character to life.

Year 5 and 6 Gallery 2024 -2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Beamish visit -Bill and Hannah from Beamish came to visit to discuss what life was like in 1800s for coal miners. The children were able to see what Framwellgate Moor used to look like and what a house at that time was like. The children also looked at different artefacts used in the coal mines.

Year 5 and 6 Gallery 2024 -2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

 Year 6 Park visit please click the link below to see.

Year 5 and 6 Gallery 2024 -2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Reminders

·         The School will re-open on the 2^nd June 2025

·         Wednesday 4th June - Y6 pupils to attend Robin Wood Residential

·         Wednesday 4th June - Y4 Cricket Festival – Sacriston Cricket Club – PE kits for Y4

·         Thursday 5th June - Year 5 to attend Weardale Adventure

I hope you all have a fabulous half term!

Mrs Smith

Headteacher

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Hello everyone,

I hope you’ve had a wonderful week.

We are all super proud of the Year 6 children this week.

I am very impressed with their calm and methodical approach this week!

They have enjoyed cake at the Park this morning and are looking very colourful in their hoodies!

Well done Year 6!

Shiny reading project

Last week's Shiny Reader was Nuh with 'Chickens can't see in the dark'

This week Mathilda shared 'Through the Fairy Door' by Lars van de Goor. The story is all about being able to make a difference even if you're very small like a fairy! The book is full of beautiful detailed illustrations. Thank you for sharing, Mathilda.

It was Manav’s time to shine in Ladybird class on Friday 16th May. He presented the traditional tale ‘Hansel and Gretel’. What a blast from the past! 

Manav pointed to each character and told us which one was Hansel and which was Gretel. He then went on to explain that he enjoys reading this book at home with his mam. Well done, Manav. You presented with great confidence. 

Reception Class Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Angelyn's Time to Shine  -

Angelyn's Time to Shine was blooming marvellous this week as she used the metaphor of a flower to describe her friendship group. She discussed their qualities beautifully as she told us which parts of a flower they each represented; Jacob the petals, Temilade the stem and Ariadne the nectar. Angelyn told us that thought of her wonderful idea when gardening with her dad at the weekend. 

Year 3 and 4 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

KS1 went to Hardwick Park. We saw swans, ducks and even baby goslings. We even found the gruffalo! Then it was onto a Roald Dahl workshop. We created our own dream catchers, made a magic medicine and then created our own mini world. A great time surrounded by nature and sunshine. "  

KS1 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

The whole school had a wonderful time taking part in this years Colour Run. Please click the link to view the photos.

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Year 5 and 6 thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon of Orienteering. We followed a chosen route using maps and raced against our friends. Working as a team, we played noughts and crosses against each other using specific vocabulary. Finally, we learnt some key symbols found on a map. A fantastic afternoon! 

Year 5 and 6 Gallery 2024 -2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School 

Reminders

·         Monday 19th May - Y2 Striking and Fielding festival - PE Kits for Y2 please

·         Wednesday 21st May - Y3/4/5/6 Cricket enrichment day – in school – PE Kits please

·         Thursday 22nd May - Adam Bushnell - Y6 Writing Day

·        The Big Me project starts next week. Thank you so much to the parents offering to spend time with our children to explain their job role and skills. We are really looking forward to this. 

I hope you all have a lovely holiday weekend!

Mrs Smith

Headteacher

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Hello everyone,

I hope you’ve had a lovely week.

Shiny reading project

This week our Shiny Reader shared 'Chickens can't see in the dark'. The story is all about a curious chicken who finds out that eating lots of carrots is a good way to help all her friends enjoy the night sky. We enjoyed reading the story at snack time.

Reception Class Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Curtis’s Time To Shine

On Friday 2^nd May we had the pleasure of listening to and watching Curtis's time to shine all about Motor Cross.  He shared a video and photographs of his hobby which he is clearly very passionate about.  We enjoyed every moment.  Thank you Curtis.

Year 3 and 4 Gallery 2024-2025 | Framwellgate Moor Primary School

All the children have been so exciting about their lessons with author Adam Bushnell please click the link to see.

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VE Day celebration – Please click the link

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Culture Club - Cherry Blossom Festival

The Culture Club have recently been learning and informing the school about the Japanese Cherry Blossom festival, which celebrates the beginning of Spring. The Japanese celebrate the beauty of the trees by having picnics, parties and cultural celebrations.

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Reminders

·         Monday 12th May to Thursday 15th May - Y6 SATS week

·         Wednesday 14th May - Whole School Colour Run – R/Y1/Y2/Y4/Y5/Y6 – old white tee-shirt to be worn with your school PE Kit.

·         Wednesday 14th May - KS 2 Orienteering Day (in school) – Y3/4/5 (Y6 will have this event rearranged for later in the term)

·         Thursday 15th May pm - Year 1 Disney Festival at Framwellgate School Durham - Pupils are welcome to come dressed as a Disney character for the day or just sporty clothes instead of uniform.

·         Friday 16th May - Y3 Bikeability (SSP) Children can choose whether to take part. This will be half a day each for 2 groups of Year 3. Children will be required to bring in a suitable bike and helmet and must be a confident cyclist

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Mrs Smith

Headteacher

This Headteachers blog is also available on the website with the translation tool.