Our blogs

Queen's 90th Birthday, by Mrs Platt

Date: 11th Jun 2016 @ 8:30pm

Today is Queen Elizabeth's official birthday. 

The children of Queen's Park have taken part in many events and activities over the last few weeks to celebrate this very special occasion. They have joined in the celebrations through assemblies, INSPIRE days, tea parties, creative workshops and much more. 

Mayans, by Mr Helsby

Date: 11th Jun 2016 @ 3:15pm

This week we have been learning about the Mayans The children enjoyed using the iPads to research and then produce a presentation on the Mayans culture.

Cowley Taster Day, by Mrs Atherton

Date: 11th Jun 2016 @ 2:59pm

On Wednesday the Year 5 children attended a taster morning at Cowley International College. Whilst there, they were given fruit and water and then they were shown around the school by Cowley prefects. The two sessions that the children were involved in were team building sessions on the field and drama in the hall. All the children were excellently behaved, well done Year 5, you made us proud. 

Science, by Miss McCormack

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 8:24pm

Our current science topic is magnets and forces. This week we have been exploring magnets and finding out about attracting and repelling...

Measuring in Maths, by Miss McCormack

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 8:21pm

This week in maths we have been focusing on measuring mass and volume. 
We even managed to take our slightly wet and messy maths lesson outside in the lovely sunshine!

Super Isaac, by Miss Hope

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 3:14pm

Well done to Isaac who received the coach's award at his rugby club -Pilk's Recs this week. We are very proud of you. 

Thank you Miss Fowlis , by Mrs Kellett

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 2:55pm

Miss Hughes was on training yesterday and Miss Fowlis stepped in to cover her. The children had a lovely time and wanted to say thank you 

Ethos council , by Mrs Kellett

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 2:53pm

Mrs Morris joined our Ethos Council today to help the children to prepare for leading worship. 

Super Swimmers , by Mrs Kellett

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 2:51pm

Fantastic effort from our swimming team. They did a tremendous job and we are all very proud. 

Arts Award, by Mrs Kellett

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 2:47pm

All our KS2 children received an Arts certificate today for the work completed during Arts fortnight.. This award gave the children a great introduction to the Arts. It rewards 20 hours of learning related to the award. Well done everyone 

Pirate, by Mrs Potter

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 12:41pm

On TUesday we had a lovely time all dressed up as pirates. Don't forget to save your costumes as we will be having a party at the end of term.

BIg write will be on THursday this week instead of Friday,thank you to the parents who have took the time and trouble to sit and talk with them, it really helps when they have to write.

Recycle, by Mr Warner

Date: 10th Jun 2016 @ 10:27am

Year 4 visited the Gillmoss recycle centre today and found out lots of information about recycling and waste management. 

The children were shown the amazing machines which sort and recycle waste from a large area of Merseyside. They were fascinated by all the equipment and asked Kirsty (Waste Awareness Manager) very intelligent and sensible questions.

When asked, Emily said this visited rated in her top 5 of school trips.  This summed up the feeling of all the children; who behaved impeccably throughout.

Thank you  Gillmoss Recycling Centre for a fascinating day and insight into our waste.

Science investigation, by Miss Hughes

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 4:11pm

During science we have been investigating forces. The children enjoyed working as a team to investigate how the forces effected the car on the ramp.

Stone Age day , by Miss Hughes

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 3:58pm

Q3 and p3 have enjoyed a whole day building incredible dens out of sticks. The children designed there flags as a team and then began to build the dens. The children's parents joined in in the afternoon. We even had fruit and water for snacks. Everyone had a brilliant time working as a team.

Wonderful writing about pirates , by Mrs Platt

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 3:33pm

Jessica proudly shared her wonderful writing today about pirates.  She also read it aloud confidently. Well done, Jessica! 

Busy day , by Mr Warner

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 2:31pm

We finished off a very busy day with a game of Kwik Cricket, making the most of the glorious weather. 

Tobacco education, by Mr Warner

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 1:49pm

Today we invited Vicky and Marie from Tobacco Education into Year 4 to make the children aware of the dangers of smoking. The class listened carefully and asked some fabulous questions throughout the session. It is hoped that they take on board all the vital information from this excellent, thought provoking session. 

Pen licences, by Miss Hughes

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 1:41pm

Well done to three girls in q3 who have earned their pen licences. Miss Hughes and I are extremely proud and can't wait to show off your gorgeous handwriting to everybody. 

Sound, by Mr Warner

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 1:40pm

We have been carrying out experiments to try and understand how far sound travels. Groups used the corridor to measure out various distances of the floor. We then used an app to measure sounds from each distance. Our results were carefully recorded in our books. 

Scientists at work!, by Miss Ellis

Date: 9th Jun 2016 @ 11:42am

Nine pupils from year six will take part in the NFER sample science tests tomorrow. Send them your good luck wishes as they've been working really hard to revise their science knowledge before the tests. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

What a surprise!, by Miss Hope

Date: 8th Jun 2016 @ 9:46pm

When we arrived back in class after half term we were surprised to find a pirate ship had arrived in our classroom! How strange! Luckily we had all come dressed as pirates!  As we began reading this week's book The Pirates Next Door by Johnny Duddle, we discovered that in the sleepy village of Dull on Sea a pirate ship had arrived there too. We can't wait to read the rest of the story and find out what happens. 

SEAL Certificate winners ..., by Miss Fisher

Date: 8th Jun 2016 @ 1:24am

Welcome Back , by Mrs Kellett

Date: 7th Jun 2016 @ 10:44pm

It was lovely to see everyone back into school today after our half term break.  We have lots of exciting things planned for the children in this last half term, starting with Sports week next week. 

Robot Invasion!!!!!!, by Mr Warner

Date: 7th Jun 2016 @ 11:33am

A huge thank you to all the parents and carers for all your hard work and creative ideas in supporting your children in making these amazing robots. The variety and originality is fantastic. I hope you have had a lot of fun supporting your children and we will be using them for several activities as well as displaying these wonderful creations. 

Champion fundraiser, by Miss Hope

Date: 28th May 2016 @ 1:23pm

What a surprise we had in assembly on Friday! Dylan was presented with an award for being a champion fundraiser for the Honey Rose Foundation. We are so proud of you Dylan. You are living our Queen's Park's values outside school too. Well done. 😊