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Last week On Wednesday year 2 children took part in the first sports competition of the new school year. The competition was Hot Potato. The children perform excellently and as a result came 3rd place earning them their first medals of the year! ST JOACHIMS 1

Sparkle Award Last year we were visited by the Mr and Mrs Mizen who founded the Mizen foundation in memory of their son Jimmy. They work closely with children in London to end violence and knife crime. Two children were awarded a Sparkle award for their impeccable character and their dedication to their friends. Well...

*Year 6 Camping 2021 - Day 1* Together with the Year 6 pupils from St Helen’s we arrived we safely at the camp site in East Sussex. The children spent the day completing a range of science lessons which involved investigating habitats and classifying trees. They also took on some traditional camping activities such as orienteering,...

*Year 6 Camping Trip - Day 2* On the second day the children took part in more outdoor learning in the glorious sunshine, they made shelters from the natural environment. The pupils went on a walk on the South Downs, during the walk the children showed fantastic determination and resilience to conquer tiredness and reach the...

*Year 6 Camping - Day 3* After completing more lovely activities in the morning we travelled to the famous Seven Sisters Cliffs. This involved another walk which the children persevered through. We first went for a paddle in the sea, then is was down to work. The children scoured the beach to find seashells, once...

*Year 6 Camping Trip - Day 4 * On our last day we packed up and tidied the campsite. The children took part in a Liturgy Service to spend time in prayer, being grateful for all the wonderful gifts we have been given from God. We reflected on our week at camp, all the new friends...

This year, our annual Classic Poetry project saw record-breaking entries for our recital competition! Over 50 pupils entered, and it was truly fantastic to see such enthusiasm and passion for the poems. This year's winners: First Place KS1: Cara, Y2L, In Flanders Fields First Place KS2: Rebecca, Y5, In Flanders Fields Second Place KS1: Christina, Y2L, Bed...

St. Joachim's have now concluded the wonderful 4 week Myths and Legends project which is part of this year's Autumn English curriculum. During the project, the children explored the exciting tales of British mythology - the heroic stories of King Arthur and Robin Hood. They learnt all about the adventures of the heroes, heroines and villains...

Normally our Year 6 start their school year with a 4 day science camp and a one day pilgrimage to Walsingham. This year we couldn’t do this as we are not permitted to have residential trips. So the year 6 team came up with a fantastic alternative, which combined both religion and science. On Thursday, the...