Sunflowers in Years 3 and 4
More of the children have planted a sunflower as part of the school's pledge. Thank you to all for your donations so far. It is much appreciated. ...
26 May, 2023
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Key Stage Two
Boccia Festival
Today, a group of children went to St Philip's to participate in a boccia (botch-a) festival. They all performed so well and really enjoyed the afternoon. They were a credit to Riverside. Well done! ...
25 May, 2023
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Swimming – Survival Skills
Yesterday in swimming, Year 5 were learning survival skills. Here are some pictures of Year 5a. Both classes were very brave and next time it will be 5b's turn for pictures. ...
25 May, 2023
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Year 3 and 4 visit Ravensworth Methodist Church
Last week, the three classes visited the local church to learn about some Bible stories. They all loved taking part in the activities. ...
25 May, 2023
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Years 3 and 4 visit to Durham Cathedral
This week, the three classes in Years 3 and 4 have visited Durham Cathedral to consolidate their learning over the half term. They were in awe at the monumental size, height of the ceilings and wonders it holds. All children were very well behaved and...
17 May, 2023
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Sunflowers!
Some of the children in the classes Year 3 and Year 3-4 have donated money to grow a sunflower! Thank you all for your continued support. ...
17 May, 2023
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Sports Week – Circus Skills!
During sport week, we were very lucky to have a ringmaster from the circus come into school to teach us some skills. Early Years children watched a fantastic performance and other children in the school got to experience juggling, plate spinning and more. It was...
17 May, 2023
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Sport Week – Cricket sessions
During sports week, we also had some cricket sessions for KS1 and UKS2 classes. These were delivered by a local cricket club at Swalwell. The children enjoyed practising their skills. ...
17 May, 2023
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Sport Week – KS2 Girls’ Football Tournament
On Thursday afternoon, we welcomed pupils from St Philip Neri into our school for a girls' football competition. All pupils from both schools showed great sportsmanship, resilience and had a lot of fun. Well done to all that participated! ...
10 May, 2023
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Sport Week – Hoopstarz Hula-Hooping Fun!
As part of Sport Week, Tracey from Hoopstarz visited school. This was the highlight of many of the children's week. They absolutely loved being active with a hula hoop! ...
10 May, 2023
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