Today Riverside Primary Academy celebrated the Harvest Festival in school. We held an assembly in which children from Years 3 to 6 read out prayers and thanks for the harvest. Every class sang a harvest song beautifully. Thank you very much for all of the donations....
Today we celebrated World Mental Health Day across the whole school by getting up and active completing 'walk the talk'. The children went out on a short walk with a friend and shared any thoughts and feeling they had. We learnt several strategies to support...
The girls' team played very well last night. Although we did not win, we tried our very hardest and had lots of fun. Well done to all and thank you to those who came along to support! ...
Yesterday was the first league game that our recently created football team attended. Although we did not make it to the finals on Monday, the team played extremely well and should be very proud of themselves. The player of the match was the team captain, Riley....
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. ...
Yesterday, the nursery children took part in Sports Day on the morning and/or afternoon. They had lots of fun and also enjoyed parents, carers, family and friends coming into school to watch them. They also had snack time on the field. Thank you very much to...
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! ...
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. ...
Last week, the three classes visited the local church to learn about some Bible stories. They all loved taking part in the activities. ...
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...