Welcome to Year 6!

This is always a special year for all of us and we look forward to sharing it with you.

PE days are Monday and Tuesday.

Please make sure you have full PE kit for both days. We encourage you to leave PE kits in school and take them home for washing during the holidays.

Year 6 Staycation/Vacation Week

Day 1 Highlights

What a fantastic start to the week! The sun was shining and spirits were high as our Year 6 children embarked on their first day of Staycation/Vacation Week.

PGL Adventure

At PGL, the children took part in a Sensory Trail, where they explored what it’s like to navigate the world without sight. It was a powerful experience that encouraged teamwork, trust, and heightened awareness of other senses.

They also tackled the Vertical Climb Challenge — a thrilling ascent using ropes and ladders. Every child gave it a go, with many reaching impressive heights. We’re incredibly proud of their courage and determination. Well done, Year 6!

School-Based Quest

Back at school, the children embarked on an exciting adventure: The Quest for the Golden Compass. Working in teams, they used a map of the school to hunt for hidden clues. Each clue revealed a word, and when unscrambled, pointed to the secret location of the Golden Compass.

After much searching and clever thinking, two teams successfully uncovered the treasure — hidden deep within Mrs Owens’ office! The challenge sparked curiosity, collaboration, and lots of laughter.

Day 2 Highlights

Osmington Bay Adventures
The sunshine continued to bless us on Day 2 at Osmington Bay! The morning kicked off with a challenge on the climbing wall, where the children showed great determination and courage. Next, they put their map-reading skills to the test during an exciting orienteering session.

In the afternoon, it was time to hit the water for some Dragon Boat racing! Split into two teams, the children paddled with enthusiasm and competitive spirit. After three thrilling races, the pink boat claimed victory with a score of 2–1. There were a few splashes along the way, but thankfully no one went overboard.

Staycation Fun at School
Back at school, the Staycation group had another fantastic day. The morning began with a delicious activity—making their own pitta pizzas! These were a big hit, and we even had special deliveries for Mrs Hollyman and Mrs Barrow.

After lunch, the children took part in a lively Jenga tournament to crown the Grand Champion. The final showdown was between Donnali and Tyrone, with Tyrone taking the win!

The afternoon wrapped up with another round of extreme dodgeball, which was clearly a favourite from yesterday. Midway through, we paused for a well-deserved treat: hot chocolate topped with cream and marshmallows. Everyone is feeling tired but happy after two days packed with fun, laughter, and great memories.

Day 3 Highlights

Osmington Bay Adventures

Another action-packed day at Osmington Bay! Spirits remained high, even if energy levels were starting to dip slightly—perhaps due to some late-night chatting!

The morning kicked off with an exhilarating paddleboarding session in the (very!) chilly sea. With wetsuits on and smiles all around, the children tested their balance, played games, and had plenty of fun splashing into the water—accompanied by lots of laughter.

This afternoon brought even more excitement with the giant swing, followed by a fencing session where the children learned new skills and had a fantastic time. The day will wrap up with a visit to the shop, a hearty dinner, and an evening game of Ambush. We’re sure they’ll sleep soundly tonight!

Staycation Fun

Back at school, our staycation group had a creative and active day. The morning was filled with artistic flair in a session led by Mrs Sharp, while the afternoon saw the children getting active with sports and games led by Mr Apps. A few photos are shared below, with more of the artistic flare to come soon—watch this space!

Day 4 Highlights

Today was packed with excitement and teamwork! We kicked off the morning with rifle shooting and the zip wire. There were some impressive scores on the range and even more impressive screams of joy as children soared through the air!

In the afternoon, the children tackled Jacob’s Ladder, a challenging climbing activity that required plenty of teamwork and encouragement. It was wonderful to see them supporting one another every step of the way.

We wrapped up the day with Aeroball – imagine basketball played on trampolines! It was energetic, competitive, and a whole lot of fun.

We’re sure you’ll be welcoming home some very tired but incredibly proud children tomorrow.

At school, the Staycation group enjoyed another action-packed and memorable day. This morning, we set off on a walk to Hollywood Bowl, where the children had a fantastic time taking on the lanes. There were plenty of strikes, spares, and lots of laughter. What really stood out was how supportive and encouraging they were of each other—celebrating every turn, sharing tips, and making sure everyone felt included. 

After lunch, the creative energy flowed as the children took on a new challenge: designing their very own survival-themed board games. We can't wait to put them to the test tomorrow!

Please see below for copies of year group documents.