The children enjoyed an interactive assembly, led by our gameshow host Mr Dickson, all about World Religion Day today.

We enjoyed testing our knowledge of world religions and showed that Woodlands Academy really is an inclusive school.  We love to learn about and celebrate difference, diversity and belonging.

Well done, Woodlands!

Year 3 and 4 had an incredible time during their Stone Age workshop, where they were transported back in time to experience life as it might have been thousands of years ago. The workshop was packed with hands-on activities that brought history to life in a way that was both fun and educational. The children kicked things off by making their own arrows, carefully learning how to craft them using traditional techniques. They were fascinated by how early humans would have used these tools for hunting and survival.

Next, they had the chance to investigate real bones, which sparked plenty of curiosity and discussions about how early humans lived and what they ate. The children examined the bones closely, making connections to the Stone Age diet and how these remains could tell us so much about ancient life. The excitement continued with an archery session, where everyone had the opportunity to try out their skills with a bow and arrow. Many found it challenging but thrilling, and it gave them a true sense of what it might have been like to hunt or defend themselves during the Stone Age.

The workshop also included a creative cave drawing activity, where the children expressed their artistic talents using charcoal and natural materials to recreate the type of artwork early humans might have left on the walls of caves. They learned that these drawings were not just art, but also a way of communicating stories, beliefs, and important events.

By the end of the day, Year 3 and 4 were buzzing with excitement and new knowledge. The workshop gave them a deeper understanding of the Stone Age in a way that was both engaging and memorable. They loved getting hands-on with history and left with a greater appreciation for the resourcefulness and creativity of early humans.

We were thrilled today to be joined by West End in Schools, who performed Beauty and the Beast for our pupils… they loved it!

We have been able to provide this wonderful experience for children out of our pastoral fundraising pot, so thank you to our amazing families who give so generously when we fundraise.  We really appreciate your support

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU to the generous team at Uniform Hut who have donated some toys as part of Operation Christmas.

If you know anyone who would benefit from receiving these toys this Christmas, please contact Mrs Curtiss or Mrs Catlyn and we will support where we can

Thank you to all of our wonderful families for joining us for our Christmas Parent Shared afternoons this term… it’s so wonderful to spend time as a community

The children in Little Shoots were very lucky today.

Mrs Fugasin and her family celebrate Saint Nicholas Day and they were visited by him this morning. Mrs Fugasin shared the story with the class this afternoon. The children received an orange and a lolly pop in their shoes which is a European tradition.

We were delighted to be invited to plant some trees in our community today.  All of our wonderful children learned all about the importance of trees in a whole-school assembly, and then a lucky few joined Mrs Catlyn and Mrs McKinven on a trip to plant some new tress outside the shops.

We loved digging, planting and standing back to enjoy the fruits of our labour, and can’t wait to watch the trees flourish over time… just like our amazing pupils

A massive THANK YOU to Clara and her family who kindly donated a Christmas tree to be used in school. Clara and some of her friends, spent their lunchtime on Friday making it look festive.

On Friday 22nd November, a group of Woodlands students joined Mr. Bowden and Mrs. Kirk on a special trip to see the Premier League Trophy at Grimsby Town Hall.

The school had been invited to bring a group of students to see the trophy by Premier League sponsors Barclays, and in order to pick the students to attend, Mr. Bowden ran an in-school competition. The brief was simple: make a model of the trophy.

The standard of competition was high and many entries were received. However, there could only be three winners and all are pictured below with their designs.  They loved their trip to the Town Hall to see the trophy in real life, and their behaviour was impeccable throughout the trip.