Today our afternoon Nursery visited Newbridge House as one of their acts of Advent Kindness. The children decorated the tree for the residents with the decorations they had made. They sang Jingle Bells and Baa Baa sheep and were rewarded with a cake. Everyone loved it and we were invited to go back again! Well done Nursery!
Yesterday, Key Stage 2 held a debate in school as part of Parliament Week. The children were debating ‘Should children have access to mobile phones, social networking and online games?’
This was a very structured debate with excellent views and reasoning provided by all pupils. The remaining Year 4, 5 and 6 children then took park in a vote at the Polling Station.
The result was 27 in favour of children having access to mobile phones, and 21 against. This just demonstrates what a close debate it was, and how well the children put across their views. Well done to all involved!
On Friday, Mrs Byrne and Mrs O’Leary took some of our children to the Remembrance parade that took place through Wolverhampton city centre – commemorating the lives of the people that fought for us in the war. This was attended by schools from all areas of Wolverhampton including the other schools in our academy.
Yesterday our Year 6 children had a fantastic day in London! This opportunity was provided by a local property developer ‘Tatton Hall Homes’, and the local press arrived at school as the children were about to leave to get a photo with the class and the Director of Tatton Hall Homes – Mr Tatton.
Year 6 arrived in London at 11:00 am at the Science Museum. Here they were able to see a Rocket show – where they learned about forces and the different gases used to create the force for Rockets to get into space. The children were then able to experience the Wonder Lab, where they could take part in lots of different practical experiments including; Light, electricity, water, friction and forces.
After having our lunch, Year 6 then got on the London Underground and traveled from South Kensington to Westminster station where they saw the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. They then walked across Westminster bridge (crossing the River Thames) down towards the London Eye where they were able to see the amazing structure up close.
The children then crossed the Golden Jubilee Bridge and walked up to Trafalgar Square and Nelson’s Column. From there, the children walked up to Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus where they were able to buy souvenirs and visit M&M World. After spending their money, the children then walked down The Mall towards Buckingham Palace to see where the Queen lives. After seeing all the guards, the children walked back up past St.James’ Park and saw a person in the army, who kindly stopped for a picture with the children and explained his job. The children then continued their walk back up to Westminster where they caught the coach home.
A truly fantastic day, where once again our children showed how wonderfully behaved they are! Our thanks go to Tatton Hall Homes for providing such a memorable trip for our children to always remember.
Pupils from SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy, in Wolverhampton will be able to kick-off the new term in style, following the delivery of a free Premier League Primary Stars kit for their football team.
SS Peter and Paul were awarded the free Nike kit, consisting of 15 football shirts, shorts and socks, after Mr Morgan’s successful online application through the Premier League Primary Stars website.
Premier League Primary Stars is available to primary schools across England and Wales and uses the appeal of the Premier League and professional football clubs to inspire girls and boys aged 5-11 to learn and be active.
PLPrimaryStars.com offers primary school teachers free curriculum-linked resources in English, Maths, PE and PSHE, and opportunities for schools to enter competitions and access free offers like the Premier League Primary Stars Kit and Equipment scheme.
Richard Scudamore, Executive Chairman of the Premier League said: “The Premier League Primary Stars kit and equipment packs provide a fantastic boost to schools at the start of the new school year. We hope that coupled with the free downloadable online resources, we can inspire children to do their best in the classroom and on the sports field.”
Mr Morgan , Vice Principal of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy said: We are so fortunate to have this new kit, and I know the children are really excited about playing their first match in it.
This morning, parents joined year 5 in their Class Liturgy. The children shared their prayers and reading from the Gospel inspired by St Teresa and Little Way Week and the miracles of Jesus.
This morning was also an opportunity for parents to meet our new Music teacher – Miss Barrett. Miss Barrett performed one of the new songs the children have been learning.
Many thanks to everyone who joined us.
Yesterday, Dr Laura Hobbs, who is a geologist, came into school to teach our Key Stage 2 children about Volcanoes. Years 4,5 and 6 had an assembly with Dr Hobbs, where they were fascinated listening to her stories and facts about volcanoes around the world.
Year 3 were then extremely lucky and had a workshop with Dr Hobbs, where they had to protect their buildings from lava flow using the game ‘Minecraft’.
A massive thank you to all parents, children and staff for contributing to our Macmillan coffee morning in school. We are extremely proud to announce that we raised £346.41! This really is a tremendous amount!
Our school council judged the bake off entries as well as other competitions. They chose the following winners:
Class Bake Off Winners: Year 5
Staff/Parent Bake Off Winner: Mrs Olaszczyk
Colouring Competition: 1st – Nataniel 2nd – Amelia
Revolting Recipes Winner: 1st – Jagoda 2nd – Natalia
The wonderful cake provided by Mrs Willkhu was won by our school cook, and one of our parents guessed correctly for guessing the length of the sausage roll, which was 49cm!
Well done to everyone involved, and a huge thank you for Mrs Murphy for organising.
On Friday morning, our saints feast day, we had our official opening of our new prayer garden. Father Mark came to bless the garden in front of our academy’s directors, governors, parents and our school council.
This was a lovely event, organised by Mrs Sandhu, which involved a celebratory tea party after.
We all feel privileged to have such a beautiful prayer garden designed by our own children of SS Peter and Paul. Many thanks to Father Mark, who was able to join us on this memorable day.
