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A message from the CEO, Sarah Sprack
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As we bid farewell to another term at our Isle Education Trust, I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible journey we have shared this term. Our academies have been buzzing with energy, enthusiasm, and an unwavering commitment to learning. Students have excelled in their studies, participated in engaging projects, and showcased their talents in various performances. It has been heartwarming to see our community come together to support one another, creating an environment where every child can thrive.
As we embrace the festive season, let’s take a moment to reflect on the joys of Christmas. Did you know that the tradition of hanging stockings comes from a story about a kind man named St. Nicholas? Legend has it that he secretly dropped gold coins down the chimney of a poor family's home, which landed in their stockings that were hung by the fire to dry. This delightful story reminds us of the spirit of giving and kindness that embodies this season.
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As we prepare for the Christmas break, I encourage everyone to take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends.
Wishing you all a joyful Christmas filled with love and laughter, and a New Year that brings new opportunities and adventures.
Sarah Sprack
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Principal's Update, Sean Woolley.
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As we reach the end of another busy term, I am filled with pride, reflecting on everything your children have achieved. This term has been a time of hard work and exciting experiences that have again allowed our children to experience a wide range of exciting opportunities, which finished with the Christmas performances and carol concert.
We have had a range of memorable trips that have enriched our education offer and broadened the horizons of those involved. In the classroom, I have been so impressed by the continued hard work and perseverance displayed by all our pupils. Every visitor that we have had at the academy has commented on the manners, politeness and work ethic of the children.
I would like to thank our teachers and staff who continue to work so hard to ensure that the children experience engaging lessons that challenge and inspire.
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Also a thank you to you, our parents for your continued support.
Have a well deserved rest, and we will see you in the new year.
Wishing everyone a restful and joyful holiday!
Sean Woolley
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Special Mention for two Year 6 Children
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Epworth Primary would like to congratulate 2 of our children in Year 6.
A member of the public took time to come in to school and share how polite, caring and helpful Ruby and Isabelle had been in helping her. Amazing girls!
We are very proud of you. Well done.
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During the summer holiday, Robin in Year 4 wanted to raise money for Cancer Research by completing an activity with his big sister. They both took on the tough challenge of crossing Dartmoor. Robin, with his sister Amber, raised £200 for Cancer Research by bog hopping through awful marshes and pure bog from Ivybridge to Belstone (south to north), a total of 50km and 1200m of height climbed.
There are very few footpaths across Dartmoor with no specific route to follow. To undertake this journey you need to go cross country across the marshes and navigate with skill. This therefore took two days of skill, humour and grit. There were lots of adventures along the way with cows running towards them after their food and map, the bog of doom, some navigation challenges and a cosy night in a local historic bunk house. This was no walk in the park. It was a gruelling effort but with lots of adventure - well done Robin and Amber.
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Antibullying Ambassadors 2024
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Our new Antibullying Ambassadors attended training with the Diana Award at Armthorpe Academy. During the term, they have been planning their first campaign.
Here they are with their well-deserved certificates and badges. Well done everyone ! We had a fantastic day.
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Epworth Primary Academy - Football Teams
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Well done to the Boys Football team who took part in a 6 a side tournament run by the Iron Foundation. They played fantastically well, getting to the final where they narrowly missed out, coming away with 2nd place.
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Charity Events / Fund Raising
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Pyjama Run - Lindsey Lodge Hospice
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The generosity of the Epworth Primary Academy parents and carers has been amazing this year - whilst the children had a fabulous morning doing the pyjama run, £2908.37 was raised towards this very worthy cause. Fab-u-lous!
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Royal British Legion - Poppy Appeal
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Epworth Primary Academy parent/carers/children raised £340.51 by purchasing p
oppies this year.
Thank you for your continued support.
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The children were invited to attend school in non-uniform on Friday 15th November 2024 for a small donation towards the wonderful charity Children in Need.
Epworth Primary Academy raised an amazing £348.95. Thank you.
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To help raise funds towards books for the school library the Reading Ambassadors held a book sale. They raised just over £200. Well done.
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In support of anti-bullying week, the children attended school in odd socks.
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Wellbeing Ambassador (Smile) - Crazy Hair Day
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The school Wellbeing Ambassadors arranged a smile day in school where children attended school with crazy hairstyles. The children also told jokes to make everyone smile.
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - October 2024
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89 children attended Hull Theatre to watch a production of the classic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
This was a fabulous event and all the children loved it.
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Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspurs Ladies
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Children whose names were drawn out of the hat had the opportunity to watch Manchester City Ladies vs Tottenham Hotspurs Ladies at the Etihad stadium in Manchester. They all had a fabulous time with a 4-0 win to Manchester City.
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17 children enjoyed the Disney on Ice show in Nottingham.
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Horse of the Year Show 2024
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A group of children attended this year's Horse of the Year show
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Owl Adventures came to visit Pine, Cherry and Chestnut Classes. They brought Crunchy the barn owl, Maverick the harris hawk, Spud the Indian scops owl and Eva the Canadian great horned owl. The children had the chance to hold Spud. We will post photos on Tapestry shortly.
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Oak class enjoyed a Teams call with the GB Women's Kayaking team.
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Author Visit - Susannah Lloyd
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Beech and Willow Class enjoyed an afternoon meeting the children's author Susannah Lloyd. A number of the children bought a book which was signed by Susannah.
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The whole academy enjoyed their visit to the new Epworth Library which opened in June.
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Beech Class thoroughly enjoyed their visit to the library, celebrating the work of Michael Rosen. They listened to his poem, ‘Chocolate Cake’, then as an extra treat, devoured their own chocolate cakes! We finished off with the ‘Bear Hunt Rap!’
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Pine Class Visit the New Library
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The children in Pine class enjoyed their visit to Epworth library.
They listened to the story 'Where is my teddy?', sang some nursery rhymes, met Big Blue the library bear and played with resources linked to nursery rhymes.
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Epworth Primary Academy Christmas celebrations commenced with national Christmas jumper day and Christmas lunch served by our wonderful staff on Thursday 12th December 2024.
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Christmas Cards for the Community
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The whole school have been creating wonderful Christmas cards for the Lions who deliver to the community (elderly, families etc).
Lots of fabulous designs.
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EYFS Christmas Performance
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EYFS Nativity - what a fabulous performance by the children in Cherry and Chestnut Class.
Well Done Everyone
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KS1 Christmas Performance
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Mulberry, Sycamore, Elm Classes Nativity was another huge success and everyone had a fabulous time.
Well Done Everyone
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Whole School Christmas Carol Concert at SAX
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Thursday 19th December 2024 finalised our Christmas performances with a whole school Christmas Carol Concert held at South Axholme Academy. Thank you to all the parent/carers who attended to make this a very special event.
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Christmas Science Competition
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A huge well done to all the children who took part in the Science Competition run by Mrs Ward.
Congratulations to the winners:
1st : Amelia Henderson
2nd: Myah Shakleton
3rd/4th: Isabelle Downie and Harley-Ray Williams
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Well done to the EPA winners, and to everyone who took part in cross country at South Axholme Academy this term.
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Nut Allergy (Please read this very important information)
We have a number of children in school who have very severe nut allergys (peanuts/hazelnuts/almond). As their allergies are triggered from ingestion and touch we have enforced a total ban of all nuts in school.
Your child is not at any risk whatsoever from this situation. However, the health and wellbeing of our pupils who are at risk, does depend on your co-operation. Please do not bring any items in to school that contain nuts eg. chocolate spread, cakes, biscuits etc.
Thank you for your co-operation in this very serious matter.
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PTFA News:
The PTFA have been working hard over the past few months with a number of activities/events to raise money for our academy.
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If you would like to join the PTFA - here's how:
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Another fabulous Halloween disco by the PTFA.
The children had a fabulous time and there were some great costumes.
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PTFA Christmas Fair - Friday 6th December 2024
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The annual PTFA Christmas Fair was held on Friday 6th December 2024. Thank you for your continued support.
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