Choir - Let’s Go Sing Workshop
Today our Choir took part in their final workshop with Gaynor in preparation for the Let’s Go Sing concert in March. The children are working really hard on the lyrics to each song and Gaynor was super impressed with their confidence, enthusiasm and actions. As we’ve said before, we are certainly a small but mighty choir! I’m sure they are going to blow us all away when they perform on the second biggest stage in the world at Blackpool Winter Gardens, and we can’t wait to watch them singing their hearts out.
The Little Craft Club: Rainbow Week
This week at The Little Craft Club is RAINBOW WEEK. The children in our Monday group made 2D rainbow collages and 3D rainbow structures. It was amazing to see so many children working independently to construct the tricky 3D rainbow! We still have some spaces on our Tuesday sessions. Please WhatsApp Becky on 07725973908 to book your child onto Craft Club.
After-school- Foodie Friends Club- Yummy, fruit scones.
In Foodie Club today, KS2 bakers made some delicious fruit scones. They did a great job weighing out the flour and adding just the right amount of sugar. They mixed in sultanas, then rubbed the butter into the flour. After that, they rolled out the dough and used cutters to shape their scones. Everyone had a brilliant time, and the best part -they got to take their scones home while they were still hot from the oven.
Rocksteady Rock Bands
Our new Rocksteady bands started their lessons again and it was wonderful to see how much their confidence has grown since starting with Rocksteady! It was also great to see a few new rock band members after being inspired by the other rock stars at their rock concert in December. There are still places available if you would like your child to be part of a rock band. https://www.rocksteadymusicschool.com/parents/
Edstart Basketball After School Club
Today saw the start of our new after school clubs for this half term. The children in the Edstart Basketball Club learnt lots of new skills and tactics and had lots of fun with Marcus! There are still places available on the basketball club for Years 3-6 for the next four weeks. There are also spaces available on the Tuesday Multi-Sports club for Years Reception- Year 3. If you would like to sign your child up for either of the clubs, please click here: https://www.edstart.org.uk/franchise-areas/blackburn-with-darwen
Foodie Friends club- Puff pastry pizzas
Years 3, 4, 5, and 6 had the best time at Foodie Club today. The chefs got creative making delicious puff pastry pizzas. They chopped tomatoes and pineapples, and some even bravely tried fresh basil for the first time. Everyone loved choosing their toppings, including sweetcorn, pineapple, fresh basil, cheese, tomato paste, and cherry tomatoes sprinkled with oregano. They went down an absolute treat.
Archery and Axe Throwing Taster Session in Year 4
Today we had a special treat having a taster session for both archery and axe throwing. We learnt lots of new skills including how to handle the equipment and keep safe whilst using it. Our two coaches went through how to develop the required skills and we worked in small groups in a carousel. We had a fantastic time taking part in the taster session and look forward to understanding many more opportunities in varied sports.
Year 3- Edstart Basketball taster session
Year 3 had a great basketball taster session with Marcus from Edstart this afternoon. The children practised key skills, including dribbling, chest passes, and passing the ball to teammates. Two standout stars were: Bindi, who won the bottle for her encouraging words to her peers, and Isaac, who received a certificate for his outstanding effort throughout the session. The children were also excited to hear about a new afterschool basketball club starting in the new year, and Year 3 can’t wait to sign up!
Church Carol Service
A huge well done to our choir and other volunteers from our school family who sang their little hearts out this evening, at our church carol service. It was a lovely service and we are sure that it brought everyone lots of joy. Thank you Mrs Govan for giving up her time to lead our choir. Thank you to our parents and carers who came along to support.
Care Home Carol Singing
Some of our choir members and a few of their younger siblings brought lots of festive cheer to the residents at Acer Lodge Care Home in Blackburn this evening. They sang their little hearts out and filled the staff and resident's hearts with joy. They were overjoyed to have a visit from Father Christmas who brought them all a little gift for being such little superstars. A huge thank you to the parents and grandparents who transported the children to Blackburn, battling horrendous rain, floods and road closures. It was certainly worth it to see the smiles on the residents faces and to hear them singing along.
KS2 After School Club
During this week’s after-school club, the children focused on improving their movement off the ball. They played an engaging game of bench ball, enhanced with various conditions to challenge them tactically and help develop their football skills. It was a fantastic session filled with teamwork, strategy, and enthusiasm!
Year 5&6 Football
It was an outstanding evening of football for the St. Barnabas team. In their first match, they secured a solid 2-0 victory against St. Edwards. Building on this success, they went on to their second game, defeating Avondale 3-0. Exceptional teamwork and effort from everyone in the team. Huge well done to the boys!