The Colour of Our Emotions
This week, we have spent time in school thinking about how colours can represent our emotions. We have used our artistic skills to create a range of colour wheels and […]
Category Archives: News and Events
News and Events contain everything. Here you can find all posts that show what has been happening in school but if you want to find something specific, take a look at the ‘Our Learning’ or ‘Subjects’ menus.
Andy Warhol
Since completing our topic in Y6, we didn’t get a chance to look at the post-war history and the wonderful things which followed. Today we have studied Andy Warhol and […]
KS1 PE
PE has been a vital part in the children’s learning since returning to school. They’ve taken part in a number of assault courses this week and have shown great resilience […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP
You may have seen the challenge from Mrs Smith who works in school teaching digital media skills where she asks for any news from your households. If you would like […]
Class 3’s learning so far
This week class 3 have been letting us know what they got up to during half term, creating their own pirate and tea staining paper in preparation for an activity […]
Mindfulness in Y6
Today was the first day back for group 2 of our Y6. We have spent time reflecting on the events of the past few months and sharing our experiences. It’s […]
Young Voices ‘Power In Me’ Sing has arrived!
THE BIG DAY IS FINALLY HERE! At 2:30pm, join Young Voices and over 20,000 children, teachers and families from all over the world to sing Rebecca Lawrence’s “Power In Me.” […]
Year 6s – First Day Back
Mrs Wheeler and I were proud of how our Year 6 children could explain the importance of hand washing at the end of their first day back, following our science […]
Sports Day 2020 #Virtual
What another wonderful Sports Day we had this year! It may have been different from what we are used to but nether the less, it was a truly magnificent experience. […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP
You may have seen the challenge from Mrs Smith who works in school teaching digital media skills where she asks for any news from your households. If you would like […]
Woodland Walks
Oscar and Daisy have been learning all about the natural world on their daily walks. Well done for sending us smiley photos to cheer us all up! Xx
With Me in Mind!
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, “With Me in Mind” have created some resources to help us share some kindness in this months newsletter. Click on the links below […]
Week 4 Nurture and HUB
What another brilliant week we have had in our lovely online group! Such wonderful creativity has been shared and amazing ideas between friends. On Motivational Monday we shared our inspirational […]
Class 2’s Got Talent
This week Mrs Davis asked the children in class 2 to share with us their hidden talents. We know the children in class 2 are all extremely talented but we […]
DIY telephone!
Holly has managed to create her own string telephone to save money and reduce waste! She had a go at our latest science challenge and has managed to make it […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP
You may have seen the challenge from Mrs Smith who works in school teaching digital media skills where she asks for any news from your households. If you would like […]
TT Rockstars Academy Competition Results
Well done to all children and families for taking part in this weeks ‘Top of the Rocks’ TTRockstars competition. The results are in and our school came in second place […]
Class 6 Outlaw Animation
Before the school closure, classes throughout school were creating animations as part of ICT. Here is Class 6’s based on their topic book, Outlaw. The animation includes key scenes from […]
Willow Tree VE Day Celebrations
Staff across Willow Tree have been celebrating VE Day and we have put together this little video for you. We hope you have enjoyed your VE Day celebrations too. Please […]
Year 5/6 Distance Learning
Class 7 and 8 – we couldn’t be more proud of your efforts whilst you have been learning from home. Here is a sample of fabulous distance learning from the […]
Year 5 children Discuss Social Innovation and Supporting Food Banks as part of NEMESIS over ZOOM
Children at Roughwood and Greasborough come together to discuss our support for local communities and social innovation. These children had such fantastic ideas of how our schools can support the […]
Class 3 join together
Today class 3 had their first zoom meeting. It was lovely to see everyone have lovely big smiles on their faces and for them to share stories about what they […]
V E Day preparations
Summer and Mason have been busy creating some beautiful bunting to commemorate V E Day tomorrow. It looks beautiful and must have taken hours! Well done!
WEEKLY ROUND-UP
You may have seen the challenge from Mrs Smith who works in school teaching digital media skills where she asks for any news from your households. If you would like […]
Video call from France
Year 3 have had a call from Ruffi school in France and have taken part in a french lesson. It was wonderful to see the children engaging in their learning […]
Class 9’s VE Day Xoom party
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of VE Day, class 9 have had a party. We did a victory scavenger hunt and had a good old-fashioned sing-a-long.
Nurture & HUB Week 3
We have had another supportive and positive week in our online class! Thank you for sharing your stories, pictures, creations and ideas. You are all superstars! Mr Whitehouse gave us […]
Class 2 Staying connected
Today Class 2 had their first online zoom meeting. It was great to see everyone and listen to each others stories about how we have been managing at home. Lots […]
KS2 Playground Improvements
We have recently had some improvements made to our KS2 playground. The new benches and better flooring inside our hut will make a great Restorative Practice Hub. Thank you, Mr […]
Thinking of others …
We are so proud to have these gorgeous girls on our team at Roughwood. They have decided to make a real difference to the lives of others by raising money […]
A Special Video from Support Staff!
A special message from support staff at Roughwood Primary.
Internet Safety Competition Winners Announced!
A few weeks ago, we launched an ICT competition across school that challenged students to create a video that informed others of the dangers of fake information on the internet. […]
What makes me happy
Class 4 were set a task by Miss Sare to share a photo that shows what has been keeping them happy during the lockdown. The children rose to the challenge […]
Roughwood 2K Challenge
Class 3 miss you all 🌈
As we are all missing each other and everyone at school we decided to create a video with a message for you all. Hope you enjoy watching it. #staysafe #stayhome […]
Battle of the Bands TTR competition at Roughwood Primary School
Children in Year 1-6 are invited to take part in the Willow Tree Academy ‘Top of the Rocks’ academy completion. Earn points for our school and practise your timestables. Can […]
Class 9 Create Wartime Recipes
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) day on 8th May, children in Class 9 have been researching, designing and making their very own wartime recipes. Below […]
Week 2 of Nurture/HUB
We have had another busy week in the Nurture/HUB online classroom! A massive thank you to everybody who has sent us a picture or a video this week – you […]
WEEKLY ROUND-UP
You may have seen the challenge from Mrs Smith who works in school teaching digital media skills where she asks for any news from your households. If you would like […]
Class 5 P4C Via Zoom
In this week’s Zoom discussion, Class 5 have read the story “Lucy in Lockdown” and discussed the meaning of the story. Here are a few snapshots from the session.
A Birthday Tribute to Captain Tom
Reading at home
P4C via Zoom
It was a joy to get some of Class 9 together for a P4C session. We shared a story called ‘Lucy in Lockdown’ and decided on the discussion question we […]
Alfie loving life in Lockdown
StaySafeStayActive Competition
More guidance and support can be found on Class Dojo. The STARS South Yorkshire team and Travel South Yorkshire are launching a new #StaySafeGetActive competition in partnership with Great Britain’s […]
Reading at home
The children were challenged to read in unusual places during lockdown and they certainly rose to the challenge. There has been quite a lot of reading in cupboards, some reading […]
A special message from Class 2
This week class 2 have really been missing their friends and can’t wait to get back to school. They decided to share a positive message to lift their spirits and […]
Class 5 Use Zoom Video Conferencing Software to Communicate
This week, Class 5 have been using Zoom, a video conferencing program to communicate with each other during this difficult time. Below are a few photo’s from the meeting.
Nurture and HUB on Class Dojo
On Wednesday we opened the online Nurture Room and HUB! We have received so many wonderful pictures and videos from the children either replying to our daily tasks or letting […]
Roughwood Primary Internet Safety Competition
To promote internet safety, we are challenging students to create an engaging and creative video to advise audiences on the dangers of fake information on the internet. Further details on […]
WWII Child Evacuee Animation
Last term, class 9 began creating an evacuee video as part of an animation project. The project involved researching why children were evacuated and how, creating storyboards, characters (sprites) and […]
What Parents Need to Know About Netflix
Netflix is arguably the most widely used and best-known video-on-demand (VoD) streaming service in the world. It’s an extensive library of films and TV shows can offer endless hours of […]
Year 5 and 5/6 Stargazers rocket sky-searching…
Did anyone see the rocket this evening at 9:36pm? TONIGHT! Watch #Starlink launch live at 20:30. See it fly over UK and possibly deploy 15 minutes later. More Info and […]
Year 5/6 Art – Distance Learning Collages
Wow – look at these pieces of art work created on day one of our new topic. Created not only imaginatively, but utilising household items, objects and products to create […]
Free School Meals Vouchers
There appears to be uncertainty amongst parents across the country that they are expecting vouchers if their child normally gets FSM as part of the UIFSM system which entitles all […]
Welcome Back
Good morning everyone. I hope you have had a wonderful break and an enjoyable Easter with your families. I know it will have been different this year with lots of […]
What Parents Need to Know About Zoom
Founded in 2011, Zoom is one the world’s leading video conferencing software providers. It has a number of features, including video and audio conferencing, real-time messaging, screen-sharing and the ability […]
MATHS AND WRITING OPTIONAL CHALLENGES FOR THE HOLIDAYS:
Why not continue and consolidate your learning during the holidays? How about receiving a maths certificate from Carol Vorderman? It usually costs money, but The Maths Factory is allowing free […]
Class 3’s Easter bonnet competition
Even though we weren’t in school to have our Easter bonnet parade I set them the challenge of creating an Easter bonnet. They got very creative with the resources they […]
IMPORTANT: LETTER TO PARENTS
Please take the time to read the attached letter from the school to further inform you about what will happen over the next few weeks. LETTER TO PARENTS
Year 3 – News Through the Ages
Distance Learning with maths and creating Maths Stories – Acorns and Chestnuts
Why not create a maths story with your children at home during the Easter break, or to enhance their mathematical thought process and reasoning as part of story time? Have […]
Daily Message – Day 8
Year 1 ZOG
As part of our topic ‘Towers, Tunnels and Turrets’ class 2 have been reading the story, Zog, by Julia Donaldson. The story is about a dragon called Zog who goes to school […]
Daily Message – Day 7
Day 7, Mrs Fearnley explains a little more about our Photography challenge where we can reflect and appreciate the beautiful things around us. What can you notice on your daily […]
100 Activity Challenge
The CLC has created a range of resources and instruction sheets to support family learning at home. Creative Ideas for family Learning at Home. These are generally fun learning activities that […]
Daily Message – Day 7
Good afternoon everyone, I am blown away with your creativity, resilience and passion for learning over the last week in such strange times. I would like to thank you, your […]
Angel working hard at home!
Class 5 Thank the NHS in Special Video
Today, Class 5 have been busy creating posters for a video to say a BIG thank you to the NHS and key workers and remind everyone the importance of social […]
Investigating Shadows
Y6 made the most of the spring time sunshine with a ‘day long’ investigation. The children observed and measured how the shadow cast from an object changes in length as […]
Rainbow window
Team B added to the rainbow window. Sharing positivity with the community. #hope #sharingpositivity #teamb
Fabulous distance learning from Class 6
Distance Learning – Learning from Home at Roughwood Primary School
From FS1-Year 6, We could not be more proud of the children and families for their resilience and efforts with learning from home. Ours teachers have received such supportive messages […]
Orienteering course
The children planned their orienteering course and placed markers around the grounds. Numbers, letters and symbols used for a variety of sessions.
A message from Mrs Fearnley
A message from Mrs Fearnley after a successful first day of home learning.