Welcome to the Upper Juniors' Homepage 2006 - 2007

Autumn 2006 was another busy and exciting term for everyone in Years 5 and 6. As well as taking part in the events mentioned on the 'Whole School' page, we enjoyed the following special activities.

Year 6 Visit to PGL Boreatton Park

6th - 10th November 2006

A party of over forty Year 6 pupils and six staff enjoyed a visit to PGL Boreatton Park. This was the third time the school had visited this activity centre and we were not disappointed.

The weather was good all week and the children were able to take an active part in a very wide range of activities which challenges their skills and their courage. The most popular activity was raft building, and many thought the zip wire, trapeze and abseiling to be challenging - especially if you don't have a head for heights.

All activities are led by fully qualified and trained PGL leaders and all safety equipment is provided on site. Our staff were with children in groups during the day and with the whole group during evening entertainments and at the accommodation.

The accommodation was at 'Tall Timbers' - pine log cabins in the grounds of the centre. All cabins had their own bathroom and teachers had their own cabins at the end of each building.

The behaviour was fantastic throughout the visit and many of the leaders commented on how lovely their groups were.

Another visit is already planned for November 2007 for pupils currently in Year 5.

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Year 5 Christmas Production - Alice!

All the children in Year 5 truly excelled themselves last term by staging a fantastic production of Alice!

The script was adapted from the original Lewis Carroll story by Miss Newman. Mrs Foulkes and Miss Newman directed the performance and a host of support staff made costumes, props and were responsible for 101 behind the scenes tasks.

The children were brilliant - they learnt their lines, sang, danced and acted wonderfully. The show was staged for pupils in Year 2 at Barwell Infant School as well as for pupils in our school, families and friends of pupils taking part and the wider community. The hall was packed on two afternoons and two evenings.

Money raised from the sale of tickets went towards costumes and additional lighting. We have also been able to purchase a new sound system for the hall and we have enough money in the kitty to support costumes and props for the planned Year 3 Easter production.

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Year 5 and Year 6 Sporting Teams

Although very busy with their studies throughout the year, Year 5 and Year 6 pupils have continued to compete regularly in a range of sporting events.

The Year 5/6 Football Team has played regular matches and with growing success, thanks to excellent training and coaching from Marc and Mrs Foulkes. We have done well in recent matches and the squad of boys and girls is keen to train after school each week on a Tuesday evening

The Girls' Football Team, are looking forward to being involved in more competitive matches this term. Girls from Y3-Y6 train each week with Mrs Baggott. Some Y5/6 girls train with the mixed squad.

Every Tuesday since September, over twenty Y5/6 girls and boys have been involved in High Five Netball. The children have enjoyed their training, and now it is time to put the skills into practice in competitive games which Miss Haughey is arranging for this term.

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Year 6 visit to 'THE WARNING ZONE'

At the end of January all pupils in 6Z and 5/6H paid a visit to The warning Zone in Syston. This is a new venue which contains a number of interactive scenarios designed to teach pupils about personal safety and responsible behaviour. It is sponsored by a number of agencies such as the Police, Fire and Rescue services and British Rail.

The zones encouraged the pupils to think about raod and rail safety, fire precautions, misuse of drink and drugs, vandalism, building site safety and how to avoid peer pressure which might lead to involvement in crime.

The pupils were challenged to think hard about the exhibits and activities in small groups, each led by a volunteer guide who explained the issues and led us through the tasks.

This was an excellent opportunity for the pupils to learn about the dangers and challenges they may meet in everyday life in a safe, but realistic way. Every pupil received a pack of activities to take away to re-inforce the learning that had taken place.

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	Welcome to the Upper Juniors' Homepage 2006 - 2007 Autumn 2006 was another busy and exciting term for everyone in Years 5 and 6. As well as taking part in the events mentioned on the 'Whole School' page, we enjoyed the following special activities.

	Year 6 Visit to PGL Boreatton Park 6th - 10th November 2006 A party of over forty Year 6 pupils and six staff enjoyed a visit to PGL Boreatton Park. This was the third time the school had visited this activity centre and we were not disappointed. The weather was good all week and the children were able to take an active part in a very wide range of activities which challenges their skills and their courage. The most popular activity was raft building, and many thought the zip wire, trapeze and abseiling to be challenging - especially if you don't have a head for heights. All activities are led by fully qualified and trained PGL leaders and all safety equipment is provided on site. Our staff were with children in groups during the day and with the whole group during evening entertainments and at the accommodation. The accommodation was at 'Tall Timbers' - pine log cabins in the grounds of the centre. All cabins had their own bathroom and teachers had their own cabins at the end of each building. The behaviour was fantastic throughout the visit and many of the leaders commented on how lovely their groups were. Another visit is already planned for November 2007 for pupils currently in Year 5. top ^

	Year 5 Christmas Production - Alice! All the children in Year 5 truly excelled themselves last term by staging a fantastic production of Alice! The script was adapted from the original Lewis Carroll story by Miss Newman. Mrs Foulkes and Miss Newman directed the performance and a host of support staff made costumes, props and were responsible for 101 behind the scenes tasks. The children were brilliant - they learnt their lines, sang, danced and acted wonderfully. The show was staged for pupils in Year 2 at Barwell Infant School as well as for pupils in our school, families and friends of pupils taking part and the wider community. The hall was packed on two afternoons and two evenings. Money raised from the sale of tickets went towards costumes and additional lighting. We have also been able to purchase a new sound system for the hall and we have enough money in the kitty to support costumes and props for the planned Year 3 Easter production. top ^

	Year 5 and Year 6 Sporting Teams Although very busy with their studies throughout the year, Year 5 and Year 6 pupils have continued to compete regularly in a range of sporting events. The Year 5/6 Football Team has played regular matches and with growing success, thanks to excellent training and coaching from Marc and Mrs Foulkes. We have done well in recent matches and the squad of boys and girls is keen to train after school each week on a Tuesday evening The Girls' Football Team, are looking forward to being involved in more competitive matches this term. Girls from Y3-Y6 train each week with Mrs Baggott. Some Y5/6 girls train with the mixed squad. Every Tuesday since September, over twenty Y5/6 girls and boys have been involved in High Five Netball. The children have enjoyed their training, and now it is time to put the skills into practice in competitive games which Miss Haughey is arranging for this term. top ^

	Year 6 visit to 'THE WARNING ZONE' At the end of January all pupils in 6Z and 5/6H paid a visit to The warning Zone in Syston. This is a new venue which contains a number of interactive scenarios designed to teach pupils about personal safety and responsible behaviour. It is sponsored by a number of agencies such as the Police, Fire and Rescue services and British Rail. The zones encouraged the pupils to think about raod and rail safety, fire precautions, misuse of drink and drugs, vandalism, building site safety and how to avoid peer pressure which might lead to involvement in crime. The pupils were challenged to think hard about the exhibits and activities in small groups, each led by a volunteer guide who explained the issues and led us through the tasks. This was an excellent opportunity for the pupils to learn about the dangers and challenges they may meet in everyday life in a safe, but realistic way. Every pupil received a pack of activities to take away to re-inforce the learning that had taken place. top ^