UKS2 were given the opportunity to take part in this year’s ‘STEMFEST Net Zero’ event, to raise the aspirations and opportunities available to our young people within the North East.
Throughout the day, we were immersed in STEM-based industries, who showed us a range of different career pathways and what we could expect to see in the future – including zero-emissions transport and a futuristic robot trolley!
We were able to experience it, play with it, use it and develop it.. skills we have been integrating in our own school learning.
We had an amazing day and are truly inspired by what the future holds for us!
Last week we had a fantastic time in Thurston and made memories to last a lifetime!
After being allocated our teams for the week which included Langdale, Yewdale, Eskdale and Grizedale, each group set out on their adventures. Our days were jam packed with activities including ghyll scrambling, abseiling, hiking, canoeing, paddle boarding, tree climbing, cave exploration and jumping from the jetty. Each night was concluded with some well deserved time to relax and socialise in the Barn.
The children were a credit to the school, showed true determination and resilience and most importantly have had fantastic experiences that will stay with them.
A few months ago the School Council began to think about ways we could improve Hebburn Lakes Primary School. They asked their friends in their class to give some ideas.
Once we had collated this we sat together and decided which of the ideas could be possible and not be too costly!
Once we had our top 5 they then went back their classes and asked their friends to tell them why these ideas were so important.
We collated the information and then had a meeting with Mrs Moody and Mrs Redfurn to discuss our ideas and also the reasons why we would like these ideas introduced to school.
Mrs Moody and Mrs Redfurn were very impressed with how the School Council discussed the ideas and how passionate they were!
We have agreed to meet in 2 weeks time to hear back from Mrs Moody and Mrs Redfurn so watch this space!
Attached are the ideas and some of the very valid reasons as to why they would like to introduce these improvements.
I was very impressed with our School Council, they have really shone in their mature manner and also shown real passion! Well done!
Dear Parents/Carers,
If you or a family member have, or are in the process of being assessed for Autism, then The Toby Henderson Trust are on hand to offer support and are located within the Autism Hub in South Shields.
Check out the latest brochure and poster for further information.
Dear Parents and Carers,
Our Local Authority SEND Team would like your help to shape the future of SEND provision in South Tyneside. They are inviting you to attend a number of interactive sessions so that you can share your experiences and expertise. Please see the information below and sign up via the link if you would like to participate in shaping the future for our SEND children, young people and adults.
Please see below.
Attend one of these interactive sessions to share your knowledge and expertise. The sessions will review case studies to help us understand how the journey through SEND systems feels for families and how we can make these better.
We will use your feedback and expert knowledge to shape our improvement and delivery plans for SEND services in South Tyneside.
What the session will look like?
- Table top discussions
- Review anonymous examples of a family’s journey
- Map what will make their journey a positive experience
- Share with wider audience
- Determine next steps
There are 4 opportunities to get involved at different locations across the borough.
Boldon Community Centre
Clerveaux Exchange, Jarrow
Hebburn Central, Hebburn
The Word, South Shields
Find out more and book your space on our Eventbrite Page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/send-local-offer-south-tyneside-32567325573?fbclid=IwAR2_uPRANk0br8gDVOb-bJfmOvMfaT07YiWFsHErJS076anSxdWhT3pakKg
Becca Gibbons
SEND Participation & Engagement Officer
Telephone: (0191) 424 7778
Email: [email protected]
This week saw the return of Governor Day. It was even more exciting for the children as the Chair and Vice Chair gave an assembly about the governing body role and how they help the school.
This week the children had a fantastic opportunity to take part in R.E workshops based around the Indian festival of colour, ‘Holi’. Kalpesh from K’z Dance Entertainment Ltd taught all the children some traditional Indian dances and discussed with them the meaning of the Holi festival. At the end of the day the whole school came together and performed the dances taught earlier in the day, the children and staff had some wonderful moves! At the end of the performance everyone took part in throwing colourful dyes at one another to celebrate Holi, just like it is carried out in India.
