Our St George's News items
Year 4 ukelele, by Miss Willacy
Date: 3rd Oct 2023 @ 4:19pm
This week in music, year 4 have been recalling what a chord is and how it changes the sound of an instrument.
Year 4 children then discovered how to play the C major chord and sang the Shortin' bread song.
Charity fundraiser success for Brady Bunch!, by Mrs Walters
Date: 22nd Sep 2023 @ 2:33pm
Congratulations to PTA chair Louisa Brady, husband Chris and their son, former St George’s pupil, Matthew, who raised more than £2,200 for Clatterbridge this month.
Louisa, who works for Clatterbridge, took part in a charity Dragon Boat race in Liverpool while Matthew completed the 15k Tough Mudder challenge with work colleagues.
They were cheered on by family and friends including daughters Lucy (former St George's pupil) and year 6 pupil Emma.
Year 4 Science - Living Things, by Mrs Palmi
Date: 22nd Sep 2023 @ 2:34pm
In year 4 this half-term, we are looking at ways of classifying living things. We had great fun asking closed questions to try and guess what animal was hiding behind our backs. This helped us to think about good questions that would classify our animal. We then learnt how to make a classification key by asking questions about our own classes.
We have been so impressed by the amount of children who have chosen to complete the limitless learning task and we now know so many new species of living things that have been discovered!
The Big Debate in Year 4, by Miss Hughes
Date: 21st Sep 2023 @ 4:49pm
While completing our English learning on Charlie and the chocolate factory, our Year 4 children have been putting the Oracy skills to the test.
After finding some money on the ground, we debated on whether little Charlie Bucket should have kept the money or not.
We were so impressed with both the speaking and listening skills of our children.
What would you have done? ??
Well done to gymnast Gabriella!, by Mrs Walters
Date: 18th Sep 2023 @ 2:50pm
Congratulations to year 6 pupil Gabriella who competed in the British Tumbling Championships in Birmingham at the weekend.
Gabriella took part in the youth category for ages 10-12 and having just turned 10 was placed a fantastic 17th out of 27.
Gabriella, her coaches and her family are very proud - the event was amazing, great fun and she was thrilled to represent Wirral Gymnastics Club in her first British champions competition.
Friends and family were able to support her by watching the live link at home.
Year 4 PE, by Miss Berry
Date: 15th Sep 2023 @ 3:41pm
This week in PE, year 4 have been practising various passes in preparation for taking part in invasion games as the term progresses.
They demonstrated excellent communication skills and teamwork skills.
Art in Year 5, by Mrs Kisby
Date: 13th Sep 2023 @ 1:18pm
Year 5 have settled brilliantly into the start of the year and are already focused and showing resilience and determination with their learning.
In art this term we are using our science topic of space to create Geometric Wave vessels. In Art we used our subject knowledge, VR and inspiration from Rachel Maiden (marbling artist) and Miguel Claro (Astrophotographers) to create nebulas on a digital app called Brushes Redex,
Enjoy some of the nebulas that they children produced.
First Week in Year 4, by Miss Berry
Date: 8th Sep 2023 @ 3:47pm
This week our new Year 4s have impressed us so much with their resilience, excellence and teamwork.
They put their all into everything they did and have supported each other in creating a happy, safe and respectful place to learn!
Have a restful weekend and we look forward to seeing you on Monday!
Fantastic Florals at RHS Flower Show, Tatton Park, by Miss M Jones
Date: 22nd Jul 2023 @ 7:45pm
Back in February, St. George's were successful in our application to display at Tatton Park's annual flower show - RHS Flower Show Tatton Park.
The hard work began: researching, desgining, planting and building galore! Our garden was a wondrous delve into the mystical, literary world of J. R. R. Tolkien, and included aspects from two of his most famous works, The Hobbit and Lord of The Rings. With expert guidance from Miss J Jones and Miss Pickering, we decided that our garden should be a biodiverse haven: attracting as many different species of wildlife as possible. With funds we had raised, we were able to source verbena, cosmos, germanium, chamomile, salvia, grasses, echinacea, sanguisorbe, achillea, rubeckea, borage, stock and lobelia to make our design a reality! We also procured the skills of local artist, Barry Canning-Eaton (Mermaid Trail sculptor) to construct a flower-breathing dragon of epic proportions!
RHS Flower Show is on at Tatton until 5pm Sunday 23rd July. If you're able to pop along, make sure you keep a look out for our display behind the Schools Tent!
Celebration Day at the Year 6 transition camp, by Mrs Parker
Date: 20th Jul 2023 @ 1:52pm
Year 6/7 had a fantastic morning playing on inflatables and having fun with their friends.
Fun in the SUN! Year 6 transition camp., by Mrs Parker
Date: 19th Jul 2023 @ 1:47pm
Year 6/7 have had a great day today in the sun - a bit less soggy than yesterday! They have tried new sports and showed the resilience they will need moving up to year 7 and their new schools. Let's hope for the sun again tomorrow for our celebration day.
Visit to The Open!, by Mr Thomas
Date: 19th Jul 2023 @ 6:04am
A group of children from Years 3 and 4 had a fantastic day at Royal Liverpool Golf Course in Hoylake, watching some of the world’s best golfers prepare for The Open later this week.
The children enjoyed watching the practice rounds, as well as watching the golfers prepare on the driving range, chipping and putting green.The children also visited the Swingzone and received expert coaching and advice from the Golf Foundation, learning all about putting and chipping.
Throughout the day, we even managed time to grab autographs and pictures with professional golfers such as Tyrrell Hatton, Andrew ‘Beef’ Johnson and many more!
All of the children represented St George’s brilliantly throughout the day. They are all now looking forward to watching the event unfold across the weekend to see who will lift the trophy on Sunday!
Year 6 transition, day 2, by Mrs Parker
Date: 18th Jul 2023 @ 11:23am
Today we are team building and winning by working together.
Year 6 transition at The Cricket Club - rain has not stopped play!, by Mrs Parker
Date: 17th Jul 2023 @ 11:46am
Year 6's - almost 7's have had a fantastic morning at the cricket club being fit and healthy - and having fun!
Gardening success at Tatton Park, by Mrs Walters
Date: 17th Jul 2023 @ 8:05am
Congratulations to our fabulously green-fingered duo Miss Jones and Miss Pickering who did amazing work setting up St George's entry in the RHS Show at Tatton Park.
The dragon was brilliantly created out of chicken wire by Barry Canning-Eaton, the brother-in-law of Mrs Eaton - one of our TA's.
Thank you also to Glendale Services. who kindly sponsored the beautiful plants.
Year 6 Leavers' Celebration, by Mr Cassidy
Date: 16th Jul 2023 @ 10:12am
A huge thank you to PTA and staff for organising an amazing leavers’ party with:
- Disco
- Pizza delivery
- Drinks and lolly ices
- Photograph shoot.
Children had an amazing time. It was lovely to welcome parents at the end for a final photo shoot.
Photographs from Zac Hughes photography.
Bastille Day French Menu!, by Ms Lewis
Date: 14th Jul 2023 @ 4:51pm
We enjoyed a French themed menu for lunch today, due to today being Bastille Day in France. The children could choose from cassoulet or hot ham and cheese baguettes, followed by pain au chocolat. There were lots of clear plates. We even had French music on to create the ambience!
20 mph zones, by Mr Cassidy
Date: 13th Jul 2023 @ 3:54pm
We were delighted to see the introduction of new 20mph zones outside both schools. This is a continuation of our extensive road safety campaign.
Mr Cassidy commented;
"This is a welcome step. At school times there is a huge increase in traffic in this area. With four local secondary schools and St George's in a one-kilometre radius, there are over five thousand pupils on the move at peak times. This will help to keep everybody safer".
Bonnie in year 5 stated, “I definitely feel better. This means I can cross the road safely”.
Nicholas in year 5 added, “This is good news. It will reduce crashes and let us walk home and feel safe”.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents research shows 20 miles per hour spped limits can:
- Reduce collisions by up to 40%
- Significantly reduce risk of death and serious injury.
Life Church Donates 42 Transition Packs, by Mr Cassidy
Date: 13th Jul 2023 @ 3:36pm
42 of our year 6 pupils were fortunate enough to receive a transition pack from Life Church to help them on their journey to secondary school. Packs contain essential stationery, scientific calculators and even a bag of sweets.
Showcase success ?, by Miss Hughes
Date: 13th Jul 2023 @ 1:45pm
What a brilliant way to end our school year!
In our Year 4 showcase, our children were able to talk to you all about the learning they have taken part in this year.
The children showcased a wide range of knowledge and skills, including ukulele performances, art exhibitions, poetry readings and Roman battle formations. They were able to use their fantastic oracy skills to explain key aspects of their learning.
We were thrilled to see how many of our parents and carers were able to come and celebrate with us, so we would like to thank you very much for making the time to come today.
We are so proud of our Year 4 children and we hope you can see how much effort they have put into all of their learning this year.
So for the last time, The Year 4 team signing off ??
RESPECT to the Oldershaw Diamonds Under 8s Girls' Football Team, by Mr Cassidy
Date: 10th Jul 2023 @ 9:04pm
Year 1 Forest School In Action, by Ms C Jones
Date: 9th Jul 2023 @ 7:23pm
We were very lucky to have one of our parents capture Forest School in professional photography. A huge thank you to Sara Swallow photography.
https://saraswallowphotography.pic-time.com/
Forest School in Photographs, by Mr Cassidy
Date: 9th Jul 2023 @ 6:57pm
Year 2 Forest School Photos from our session with Miss Nall.
PTA Summer Fair, by Mr Cassidy
Date: 9th Jul 2023 @ 6:40pm
Our PTA Summer Fair was a huge success. British weather held off until 15 minutes befioe the end. My Cassidy requested that we praise the staff and PTA. He commented;
"What a remarkable day. We raised nearly £10,000 but importantly ran a wonderful community event.
Well done to the amazing PTA and our staff team who ensured everything ran so smoothly. This event took months of planning".
Photographs all supplied by Zac Hughes photography.
Road to the Open - Competition, by Mr Knowles
Date: 7th Jul 2023 @ 3:56pm
As part of The Road to The Open, 6 of our Year 5 children took part in a golf competition this morning at Arrowe Park Golf Course.
The children were magnificent. They represented St George's excellently and their behaviour and sportsmanship was exemplary.
We are very proud of them all.
