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February 2025

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  • Year 4 Back Stage Tour at the Royal Ballet Opera, High House Production

    Published 27/02/25

    This week, the Year 4 children had the exciting opportunity to go on a backstage tour at the Royal Ballet and Opera’s High House Production. They explored areas typically hidden from audiences, learning about set design, costume creation, and the technical aspects of a performance. The children saw how costumes are crafted, how lighting and sound are coordinated, and how props are used. They also had the chance to meet professionals working behind the scenes, such as costume designers and stage managers. This experience gave them a greater appreciation for the hard work and teamwork involved in creating a production.

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  • The GLC Parent Newsletter #3 - Spring 1 2025

    Published 14/02/25

    Take a look at the wonderful things that have happened across the trust during spring 1. 

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  • Learning the Art of Weaving in Year 3

    Published 14/02/25

    Year 3 children had the opportunity to learn the art of weaving, giving them a hands-on experience of how the Anglo-Saxons prepared their clothing. They began by practising card weaving, getting the hang of the technique. Once they felt confident, they moved on to weaving fabric which they had dyed in a previous lesson. This activity not only taught them an important historical skill but also helped them understand how the Anglo-Saxons created their clothing using traditional methods. 

    The children thoroughly enjoyed bringing history to life through this practical, creative learning experience.

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  • Trailblazer KIT Theatre Visit, Fossil Hunters

    Published 07/02/25

    Reception took part in a two-week storytelling production with Kit Theatre, where they helped Professor Memo, a dinosaur expert, gain membership to the "Royal Dinosaur Club." The children learnt about dinosaurs, their habitats, and diets, and even dug for fossils as part of the adventure. The experience culminated in a visit from Professor Memo and Dr. Derek Davenport, where the children showcased their knowledge and successfully helped Professor Memo join the club, becoming members themselves.

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  • Year 6 Family and Child Session: Guacamole, Hummus, Salsa...

    Published 07/02/25

    On Tuesday 4th February, Year 6 students had a fantastic time during a family-child session, where they worked together to make a selection of tasty dips. They prepared guacamole, hummus, and salsa, while honing their cutting skills and learning about the different ingredients that go into each dish. It was a fun and educational experience, allowing them to improve their cooking techniques while enjoying quality time with their parents.

    “We explored our curiosity by adding a twist to the recipe.”

     

     

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  • Inspection of The Gateway Primary Free School by Ofsted

    Published 04/02/25

    03 February 2025

    Dear parent or carer

    Inspection of The Gateway Primary Free School by Ofsted

    We have just told your child's school that we will inspect it on 04 February 2025. The lead inspector will be Suzanne Thrower. We are writing to you because we would like to know what you think about the school. Please take a few minutes to read the leaflet that came with this letter. It explains why we inspect schools and what happens during an inspection.

    Your views about the school are important to us

    If you are a registered parent or carer of a pupil at the school (including pupils on sick leave or who are temporarily excluded), you can tell us your views about the school by completing Ofsted's online survey, Ofsted Parent View, at: https://parentview.ofsted.gov.uk 

    Ofsted Parent View asks for your opinion on some aspects of your child's school, including the progress made by your child, the quality of teaching, how the school deals with bullying and poor behaviour. It also provides a free-text box for you to make additional comments, if you wish. The inspectors will use the online survey responses when inspecting your child's school. Written comments can also be sent to the school in a sealed envelope, marked confidential and addressed to the inspection team.

    To register your views, you will need to provide your email address, which will be held securely. It will not be used for any purpose other than providing access to the online survey. Neither schools nor Ofsted will have access to any email addresses.

    Please complete the online survey by 11am on 04 February 2025 as this will give the inspection team more time to consider your views. However, we will consider all online responses that are completed during the inspection, although the free-text box facility will not be available after noon on 05 February 2025.

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