Comic Relief 2025

Have you seen our Facebook reel to celebrate Red Nose Day 2025? Check it out on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SGPSBoston

A Day at Victorian School

Ash Class have been learning about how school differed in the Victorian times. We travelled back in time to visit Victorian school in Great Cressingham. The children experienced ‘letter drill’, singing, writing on slates, playing with toys such as hoops and spinning tops, a ‘Victorian luncheon’, separate boys and girls learning and writing with a dip pen! It was a fantastic immersive experience, and I’m sure you will agree that the children look fantastic in their costumes!

RSPB Big Bird Watch

Children from SGPS have completed the annual Big Bird Watch - a census of the amount and species which live in our local area. To carry out the survey, children in Years 4, 5 and 6 (who were not on the ski trip) travelled the short distance from school to RSPB Frampton Marsh. The hides on this wetland site were very useful when using binoculars to identify the species!

2025 Ski Trip

Children from years 4-6 have just landed in Turin and are about to begin perhaps the most exciting week in the school calendar. They are currently on a coach heading to the Alpine resort of Artesina where they will enjoy four hours of top class skiing tuition every day. Follow their adventures on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SGPSBoston

Ash Class at Forest School

Ash Class enjoyed their Forest School session this week and demonstrated what a creative and imaginative bunch they are! They engaged in tree climbing, den making, ephemeral art, potion making and had a jolly good time! As adults, we know that this timeisn't lost learning time, but a chance for them to strengthen the core and other muscles which they will rely on for writing and being able to sit comfortably. They are also learning valuable skills such as negotiation, planning and teamwork. Additionally, the benefits gained from time spent immersed in nature cannot be overstated. As B stated, "I love this place!"

Challenge Across The Curriculum

This term there is a whole school focus on the use of challenge across the curriculum. 'Challenge' at St George's does not mean the endless completion of yet another worksheet. Our children are active learners, so we look for innovative ways to promote the application of a range of skills, including problem solving, critical thinking, creativity and the use of previous learning. This approach leads to learning at a much higher level.

The gallery shows just a few exampleas of how challenge has been applied to learning.

A year 1 child was challenged to show her understanding of place value.
Year 4 pupils were given the statement, "When I add together the digits of each multiple of 11, I always get an even number". This presented the children with a stimulating challenge that encouraged critical thinking, logical reasoning and pattern recognition.
Year 5's teacher told them, ‘I am thinking of a number. I multiply my number by 43. The answer is an odd number. The answer is greater than 600 but less than 900.’
Mr Lyon challenged the children to translate the Latin chorus, "Deo gratias Anglia, redde pro victoria!"
Year 4 were challenged to stay underwater for 5 seconds in their swimming lesson.
Two year 1 pupils were given 3 dice and challenged to make a total of ten from the 3 numbers rolled.

Happy New Year!

Children of the World

This afternoon our children shone brightly as they beautifully told the story of how Christmas is celebrated in countries around the world. The audience were treated to a show full of super-catchy songs, some beautiful dances and a couple of stunning solos.

We hope that our children made their friends and family glow with pride. We were certainly very proud of them all! Check out our Facebook page for lots more photos of the event.

Thank You Farmers!

Our children were delighted when Mr Fixter and Farmer Alex (ex Head Boy at St George's) brought their tractors to school today. The children asked lots of questions about farming and thanked the farmers for the food that we eat. We found out what the best parts of the job are and the variety of food that the farmers grow. The children were then allowed the children to explore their tractor cabs.

Huge thanks to Mark Fixter and Jake Clover from CCS for bringing their tractors to school today.

Anti Bullying Week

Linking to PSHE and Anti-Bullying Week 2024, this week Year 4 made a Kindness Tree. They tied messages of kindness and mini-missions in the forest, encouraging others in the school to visit our tree and take a small scroll with a hidden task inside. Planting the seeds of kindness and respect by inspiring others to treat people the way that we would like to be treated.

Children In Need Day

Everyone looked super-cosy today as pupils were allowed to come to school in their pyjamas in return for a donation to Children in Need.

We Will Remember Them.

Years 5 and 6 represented St George's Prep at the Opening of the Garden of Remembrance in our town centre this week at a special service for local schools. Our Head Boy and Head Girl laid and wreath, remembering those who gave their life for our future.

Our Magnificent Mural

If you haven't seen our school mural (which was completed at the end of last term), please pop into the playground when you collect/drop off and take a look. Every pupil was involved in the planning and creation of this huge piece of art work. Grateful thanks to The Boston School of Mosaic and also to one of our parents for securing the funding which enabled our pupils to benefit from the whole experience.

Halloween at SGPS

This week all pupils attended school in their Halloween costumes. After school the PTA organised a fantastic party tea with games, activities and smores making outdoors. They enjoyed a super spooky disco too. Thank you to our wonderful PTA and to our amazing staff for such a fabulous evening - a night to remember!

Harvest Festival

It wasn't just any Harvest Festival.....it was the St George's Harvest Festival! We said thank you to all of our local farmers who have gathered in the harvest so that we can enjoy the delicious produce for which our county is famous.

Thank you to all of the parents, friends and relatives who packed St Thomas' Church today and for your generous (170kg!) donations which were gratefully received by Boston Food Bank.

World Class Pupil

We are very proud that SG (y6) was selected to represent the UK and Traditional Karate-Do Federation of Great Britain during the Traditional Karate World Championships in Portugal last week. Being selected to attend this competition was a great achievement, but we are thrilled to announce that S achieved two bronze medals at the World Championships. Well done S for representing Great Britain to such a high standard at your first world championship competition.

World Mental Health Day 2024

As part of their Hello Yellow mission today, Year 4 visited everyclass during PSHE, including Mrs Hodgson and Mrs Jackson in the office! The children talked about mental health and who to talk to if they needed support.Year 4 gave everyone a doodleposter to use during times they may feel worried, overwhelmed or anxious tos how children they are not alone with their mental health.

Conkers!

On Wednesday 9th October, we held our annual Conker Championships. The whole school, including Little Dragons, assembled on the lawn where they were joined by parents and grandparents. Everyone enjoyed some good old-fashioned fun in the autumn sunshine!

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SUMMER TERM 2024

Shortlisted!

Along with the 'shortlisted' badge which we were thrilled to received yesterday, the organisers of the awards provided this background information:

The Independent Schools of the Year awards are designed to give independent schools an opportunity to celebrate and showcase their extraordinary achievements, and 2024 has been no exception. The innovative and life-affirming student experience which independent schools provide to their students is awe-inspiring and the stories told in the entries are both moving and humbling.

In this year of likely deep-seated political change, it is more important than ever that the valuable contribution made by the independent sector is recognised. Reading through the 2024 entries, the judges have been particularly struck by the extraordinary and compelling work that schools undertake in partnership with the maintained sector throughout the UK. Supporting the educational aspirations of young people from all backgrounds is at the heart of their mission.

It has been truly wonderful to receive so many nominations which clearly celebrate ‘excellence in education’ and showcase the myriad of activities in which our students have the opportunity to excel.

Park Day

Park Day is a favourite day in our school calendar. As a reward for working hard during the school year, the whole school walks the short distance to our local park and spends the day there. Our children make good use of the park facilities - a fantastic playground, a multi-use games area and lots of grassy spaces! We take along sports equipment too, so there's lots for the children to do!

Mr Dempster provides a picnic lunch which is followed by a visit from the Skinners ice cream van - a perfect way to round off a fun day!

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Years 5 and 6 gave a faultless and confident performance of this Shakespearean classic. They performed outdoors on our stage to an audience of parents, grandparents and friends, with delicious refreshments being provided by our PTA.

Year 2 Meet A Real Author!

Year 2 have been reading ‘Bo the Boston Church Mouse’ a book about a mouse (who looks a bit different) who comes to live in Boston. After a few mishaps, Bo finds a home in Boston Stump (our local Parish Church). Last week, Year 2 wrote letters to the author, Victoria Buxton. They asked her lots of questions about the book and the process of writing it. Year 2 were very lucky as they received a video call with Victoria and asked her their questions! The children were buzzing with excitement as they asked questions, listened to answers and showed Victoria some of their work based on Bo. Victoria said “it was a joy” to speak to the Year twos.

St George's On Tour

This summer, we'll be taking St George's Prep out and about at shows around the area. We'll have interactive activities, refreshments, information about our wonderful school and of course, Bean, our school dog will be there too. Come along and say hello! We'd love to see you!

Enterprise Morning

Each class was given £10 to purchase resources and were challenged to make the most profit possible. A total of £662 was made by 7 classes. Lots of photos are available on our Facebook page - search for posts dated .24.5.24

Church Visit

Reception Class visited St Thomas's Church this week. They learned about why the priest is called a Father and took a tour of the different areas of the Church.

Howzat!

Year 3 travelled to St Hugh's this week to participate, along with Greenwich House School, in a cricket coaching session. They listened carefully to the instruction and demonstrated improved techniques as the afternoon progressed.

Another of our 'I Wonder Wednesday' series. This time we ask our pupils, 'What would you like to be when you're older?' Take a look....

This week in Cooking Club, we made a healthy pasta salad. The children worked in pairs to prepare the various salad ingredients; cucumber, onion, peppers, olives, cheese and tomatoes. Once all of the ingredientswere prepared, thechildren chose their toppings for their pasta.

We have heard that some of the children enjoyed their pasta salad for their tea last night!

Polo Club began again today with pupils from years 3-6 participating. Some of the children are now in their third term of learning to play this fast moving sport and confidently cantering and hitting the ball.

As always, grateful thanks to Adam and the team at Leadenham Polo Club and to the parents who come along to support.

It's our first week of the summer term and we're launching a little peek into school life with our 'I Wonder Wednesday' one minute videos. Here's our first one - we asked the children what their favourite school lunch is. Lots of pupils agreed that pasta was their number one choice!

SPRING TERM 2024

Our annual Easter Egg Hunt took place on the final Monday of the spring term. The older children introduced the younger ones to this St George's tradition and helped them to hunt for chocolate eggs hidden around our grounds.

Year 2 Visit the Lifeboat Station

Year 2 thoroughly enjoyed their visit to the RNLI lifeboat station in Skegness. They met the volunteers and who showed them around the station, explaining what the RNLI do, and the different parts of the boat. The children were full of questions about the boats and what they do. Then, our pupils had a water safety talk, learning about how to stay safe in the water and what to do if they got into trouble in water or saw someone else who was in trouble in the water. Later, in the gift shop the children used their Maths skills to add up the items and work out what they could buy with their £5.

On the way back the children said “this has been the best day” “I loved this trip!” “I really enjoyed seeing the lifeboat”.

Year 2 were wonderful representatives of SGPS - polite, enthusiastic and considerate towards others.

PTA Spring Term Disco

We enjoyed a fabulous end of term disco this evening! With DJ Mr Marky Mark playing some banging tunes and hot dogs, cakes and a tuck shop providing dance fuel, St George's rocked the night away!

Five Stars⭐

We are delighted to announce that Lincolnshire Farm Schools has been awarded a five star food hygiene rating. Congratulations to Mrs Bourne!

May The Force Be With You!

Year 5 had a special visitor this week - PC McMurray! Linking to their PSHE lesson about careers, Year 5 learnt about different roles in the police force alongside trying on PC McMurray’s riot helmet and shield. The children asked lots of thought-provoking questions, such as 'Are you always on duty even when you don’t wear your uniform?' We even explored the man-made material Kevlar, which PC McMurray talked about as he handed over his Kevlar body vest for the children to explore.

World Book Day

Due to lots of other commitments, we held our World Book Day slightly later this year. The children came dressed in an amazing array of costumes, having decorated a wooden spoon as a book character. During the day the children completed lots of book related activities.

Mother's Day

The children in Little Dragons and Willow Class invited the special ladies in their lives to a party today to celebrate Mother's Day. The mummies were treated to a drink with scones and jam and cream.

Thank you for coming along today, it was lovely to welcome you all into school!

Off By Heart Poetry Competition 2024

Today, we held our annual Off By Heart Poetry Competition. Each year we see more and more children enter this wonderful event in which children learn and recite a favourite poem. The finalists, who made it through the preliminary rounds recited their poem infront of their parents and a panel of judges, comprising a member of staff, children from the School Council and Mr Matt Warman MP.

The children gave amazing performances, delivering their lines with precision timing, using props and gesture to add interest. Following today's initial round, the judges met and shortlisted - these children recited their poem again.

Runner Up - CC (Y4)

Winner - EP (Y2)

Thank you to Ms Jackson (English Lead) for organising the competition and to Mr Matt Warman for helping to judge today. For photos of all of the contestants, please visit our Facebook page.

Boston Area Schools Cross Country Competition

A team of ten children from years 5 and 6 travelled to Thomas Middlecott Academy in Kirton recently to participate in the Boston Area Primary Schools Cross Country Competition.

All of our children gave 100%, with HB winning the boys' race for the second year running (no pun intended) and the boys' team being placed third overall. Our highest placed girl finished in 6th place, but unfortunately, even though the girls finished strongly, they weren't placed.

Well done to the team who represented our school brilliantly and thank you to Mr Haslam from the Schools Sports Partnership for organising the event. Check our Facebook page for further photos of the event.

Young Voices

Pupils from Years 3-6 travelled to Sheffield recently to participate in the Young Voices event. Our children joined with hundreds of pupils from the region and sang a mixture of contemporary and traditional songs, accompanied by a band. With glow-sticks and special tee-shirts to enhance to festival atmosphere, everyone had a fabulous time.

Chinese New Year

Our annual visit to the Zhu Guang Restaurant took place recently. All children and staff enjoyed a delicious Chinese buffet to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

2024 Ski Trip

A week ago 19 intrepid adventurers from years 4-6 left Gatwick Airport on a flight bound for Turin. After a brief coach transfer they arrived in the Italian ski resort of Artesina.

During the week our pupils learned much more than just skiing (they had 24 hours of ski tuition in small groups) - they learned about living away from home, sharing accommodation with their friends, coping with illness and injury, the geography of a different country, about the Italian way of life and the simple pleasures in life - such as playing Pass the Pigs!

This wonderful bunch of children showed the adults the true meaning of resilience, independence, tenacity, perseverance, challenging oneself and smiling in the face of snowstorms!

Find out more about the trip and other school activities by visiting our Facebook page.

STEM Challenge

Eight girls from year 5 went to Boston High School yesterday where they had the opportunity to apply their scientific, engineering, mathematical and design technology skills in a STEM competition! This involved designing a space orbiter, engineering a skeleton bobsleigh and they even designed their own parachute applying their knowledge of forces. The results of their activities were logged and counted throughout the day…drum roll… they won first prize! Their resilience and teamwork during all STEM challenges was outstanding! Well done Year 5!

Years 3 and 4 Netball Matches

A team of players from years 3 and 4 travelled to St. Hugh's School - Woodhall Spa this afternoon to play friendly games of 5-a-side netball against the hosts, St Martin's, Greenwich House and Ayscoughee Hall.

Our children showed fantastic teamwork, finding space, marking the opposition and moving the ball around the court, resulting in lots of goals. All of the children should feel incredibly proud of their accomplishments today as they represented our school motto brilliantly - believe, achieve and they certainly succeeded!

Thanks, as always to St Hugh's for hosting us, to the parents who came along to support and also to Ms Jackson for coaching the team.

New Arrivals!

On Monday, years 1 and 2 were delighted to be present at the farm when Miriam, one of the rare breed black pigs gave birth to 9 healthy piglets. The children observed the birthing process and asked some amazing questions.

Making Mosaics

Year 1 & 2 spent some time with Shirley and Jane from the Boston School of Mosaic. The children used white and blue tiles to create the waves for our whole school project. Shirley and Jane were very impressed by the children’s work and enthusiasm!

Year 3 visit Westgate Woods

Last term, as part of their English work, year 3 wrote their own version of ‘The Great Kapok Tree’ inspired by the Sycamore Gap Tree which was prematurely felled at Hadrian’s Wall. This promoted lots of discussion surrounding the importance of nature and how to look after it.

This week year 3 met Claire, a member of the Boston Woodland Trust, who allowed us to display some of our stories in the woods at Westwood Lakes. The children hung them near the wooden butterfly and caterpillar sculptures with the hope that visitors will read our stories and be inspired. Next time you are heading for a walk, why not visit Westwood Lakes and enjoy our stories?

Exciting News to Start the Spring Term 2024!

We are beyond delighted to announce that our application to join the Independent Schools Association has been approved. We are now able to access a multitude of benefits for not only our pupils, but our staff too. We can start to compete at regional and national sporting events and staff can attend training meetings. This week, Mrs Hodgson will join other Head Teachers of Independent Schools at a residential meeting in London. Additionally, we will shortly be inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (not Ofsted) who understand the day to day operations and challenges of Independent Schools. We will, however, retain our achievement of three consecutive Ofsted 'outstanding' judgements!

Final Day of Autumn Term 2023

Even though Santa is exceptionally busy at the moment, he managed to find time to visit us this morning. The children were so excited to see him, but remembered use their manners when he handed them a gift. This afternoon, the children will visit our local theatre and watch the Peter Pan pantomime.
What a great start to the Christmas holidays. Have a fantastic few weeks everyone and we'll see you all in January!

Christmas Jumper Day

Here's year 3 with their fabulous Christmas jumpers, ready for their Christmas lunch!

Christmas Lunch

Children and staff enjoyed a delicious Christmas lunch during the last week of term - roast turkey with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding along with pigs in blankets. The queue for seconds was unsurprisingly rather long!

The Magical Christmas Jigsaw

Parents and relatives were treated to a wonderful performance of The Magical Christmas Jigsaw at Hubbert's Bridge Community Centre on 11th December.

The play, in which every child from Reception to Year 6 participated, demonstrated the true meaning of Christmas. With some superb acting and catchy songs, everyone left feeling that little bit more Christmassy!

Well done to our children and a huge thank you to the staff for their hard work in preparation/rehearsals. Thank you also to the PTA who provided refreshments and organised the Christmas raffle.

PTA Wreath Making Evening

If you have ever wondered what our PTA get up to, here is a bit of an insight!

Last night, down at Willow Farm where our children attend Farm School the PTA held our first wreath making social evening.

Whilst many events are arranged to raise funds, we also have social events for parents to get together and meet others who they may only see in passing at the school gate!

If you would like to be involved with our PTA in the new year please let us know as new volunteers are always welcome!

Many thanks to Mrs Crawford for organising last nights event!

Year 6 Artists

Year 6 have been studying World War II. They have expertly drawn historical figures from the era.

Joyeux Noël

Years 6 made Christmas cards in their French lesson today reflecting the French carol, ‘Mon Beau Sapin.’

Key Stage 2 Swimming Gala

A team of swimmers from Key Stage 2 travelled to St Hugh's School this week to take part in a friendly and informal swimming gala against three other independent schools - St Hugh's, Burton Hathow and Highfields.

For some of our swimmers, this was their first taste of competitive swimming - the supportive atmosphere with hints and tips for improvement was the perfect environment to dip their toe in the water! Our more experienced swimmers swam well and enjoyed plenty of opportunities to take part in a variety of races!

Thanks, as always, to St Hugh's for inviting us and also to the parents who came along to lend their support.

Year 3 and 4 Poets

Pupils in years 3 and 4 were excited to learn that their poems will soon be published in a book. We can't wait to see their work in print!

Leicester Tigers Visit

On Saturday 18th November, parents and children travelled to Welford Road, Leicester, home to Leicester Tigers Rugby Football Union Club to watch the Midlands Derby match against Northampton Saints. Our pupils were lucky enough to be able to shake a huge Tigers flag to welcome the players onto the pitch. They must have brought the team luck as Tigers won the match!

Highfields Cross Country

On 16th November, fourteen children travelled to Highfields School at Newark to take part in their annual cross country event. This is always a tough race as the course is long and there are so many competitors from both State and Independent Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire schools taking part. There were four races - U9 boys and girls and U11 boys and girls.

Our children raced hard, showing real determination with many finishing in the first third of a very large field. William (y4) finished second in his race and Henry (y6) was twelfth. Equally impressive was the fantastic behaviour of our pupils who stood out at the presentation event for their team spirit and great manners.

Well done St George's and thank you to Mr Mark and Dr Hockham for accompanying the group.

Wombles of Wyberton

Year 3 supported the ‘Wyberton Wombles Big Boston Clean Up’ by litter picking along London Road. They spoke about the positive impact this will have on the community and environment.

PTA Halloween Party

As Halloween occurred in the middle of the school week, it was decided that the PTA party should take place tonight.
The children enjoyed hot dogs, cake and jelly, party games and a spooky story by firelight.
As you will see everyone had lots of fun after dark! Many thanks to the PTA and staff for such a fantastic evening.

You can find lots more photos on our Facebook page. Click here.

Class of 2023 - 11+ Success

We have just heard that all 15 of our year 6 pupils have passed their 11+ exams, meaning that we have a 100% pass rate! As if this wasn't amazing enough, the vast majority of pupils have received a Lincolnshire pass - the highest level which can be achieved, meaning that they can choose to attend any Grammar School in Lincolnshire! F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C news!!!

We're Bonkers About Conkers!

Our annual conker competition took place on Monday 16th October, with lots of parents and relatives determined to destroy their opponent's conker! Lots of fun was had by everyone, with age groups mixing together and enjoying this seasonal tradition. Find lots more photos on our Facebook page!

Harvest Activities

Parents of children in Little Dragons and reception class were invited into school on Monday afternoon to take part in lots of activities relating to Autumn/Harvest. The event was a great success - our children loved showing their parents around the classrooms and outdoor areas and taking part in the wide range of activities.

Harvest Festival

The first half term ended with a memorable Harvest Festival at St Thomas' Church. Years 1-6 performed a beautiful selection of Harvest songs and poems to the audience of parents and relatives. A laden table of food and toiletries was donated to the Boston Food Bank. More photos can be found on our Facebook page - search posts on 19th October.

School Council Election Result

The day that lots of children have been waiting for arrived - the announcement of the democratically elected members of the School Council for 2023-2024.

You may recall that the hopeful candidates placed posters around school and gave a speech as to why they should be chosen. last Friday, the whole school voted for a boy and girl in each year group.

Now that the votes have been counted, today the Head Boy and Head Girl made the long awaited announcements in a special assembly this afternoon.

Congratulations to our new School Council members and very well done to all of the children who ran for election.

British Values

On Friday 6th October we held an Election in school to select members for 2023-24 School Council. The hall was transformed into a polling station for the afternoon.

After campaigning for a week, there was nothing more that our hopeful candidates could do! This week, they have placed posters all over school, made speeches to their peers and have even gone so far as to give away named bracelets and flags in an attempt to sway the voters!

Staff have used this opportunity to discuss British Values - exploring the meaning of democracy and why it is so important for citizens to exercise their right.

Five Stars ⭐️

We are delighted to announce that Lincolnshire Farm Schools has been awarded a five star food hygiene rating. Congratulations to Mrs Bourne!

May The Force Be With You!

World Book Day

Mother's Day

Thank you for coming along today, it was lovely to welcome you all into school!

Off By Heart Poetry Competition 2024

Runner Up - CC (Y4)

Winner - EP (Y2)

Thank you to Ms Jackson (English Lead) for organising the competition and to Mr Matt Warman for helping to judge today. For photos of all of the contestants, please visit our Facebook page.

Boston Area Schools Cross Country Competition

A team of ten children from years 5 and 6 travelled to Thomas Middlecott Academy in Kirton recently to participate in the Boston Area Primary Schools Cross Country Competition.

Young Voices

Chinese New Year

Our annual visit to the Zhu Guang Restaurant took place recently. All children and staff enjoyed a delicious Chinese buffet to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

2024 Ski Trip

A week ago 19 intrepid adventurers from years 4-6 left Gatwick Airport on a flight bound for Turin. After a brief coach transfer they arrived in the Italian ski resort of Artesina.

This wonderful bunch of children showed the adults the true meaning of resilience, independence, tenacity, perseverance, challenging oneself and smiling in the face of snowstorms!

Find out more about the trip and other school activities by visiting our Facebook page.

STEM Challenge

Years 3 and 4 Netball Matches

Thanks, as always to St Hugh's for hosting us, to the parents who came along to support and also to Ms Jackson for coaching the team.

New Arrivals!

Making Mosaics

Year 3 visit Westgate Woods

Exciting News to Start the Spring Term 2024!

Final Day of Autumn Term 2023

Christmas Jumper Day

Here's year 3 with their fabulous Christmas jumpers, ready for their Christmas lunch!

Christmas Lunch

The Magical Christmas Jigsaw

Parents and relatives were treated to a wonderful performance of The Magical Christmas Jigsaw at Hubbert's Bridge Community Centre on 11th December.

Well done to our children and a huge thank you to the staff for their hard work in preparation/rehearsals. Thank you also to the PTA who provided refreshments and organised the Christmas raffle.

PTA Wreath Making Evening

Year 6 Artists

Year 6 have been studying World War II. They have expertly drawn historical figures from the era.

Joyeux Noël

Years 6 made Christmas cards in their French lesson today reflecting the French carol, ‘Mon Beau Sapin.’

Key Stage 2 Swimming Gala

Thanks, as always, to St Hugh's for inviting us and also to the parents who came along to lend their support.

Year 3 and 4 Poets

Pupils in years 3 and 4 were excited to learn that their poems will soon be published in a book. We can't wait to see their work in print!

Leicester Tigers Visit

Highfields Cross Country

Well done St George's and thank you to Mr Mark and Dr Hockham for accompanying the group.

Wombles of Wyberton

Year 3 supported the ‘Wyberton Wombles Big Boston Clean Up’ by litter picking along London Road. They spoke about the positive impact this will have on the community and environment.

PTA Halloween Party

You can find lots more photos on our Facebook page. Click here.

Class of 2023 - 11+ Success

Year 6 - a fantastic 100% pass rate in this year's 11+ exams!

We're Bonkers About Conkers!

Harvest Activities

Harvest Festival

School Council Election Result

British Values

On Friday 6th October we held an Election in school to select members for 2023-24 School Council. The hall was transformed into a polling station for the afternoon.

Staff have used this opportunity to discuss British Values - exploring the meaning of democracy and why it is so important for citizens to exercise their right.

Baby Charlie

Huge congratulations to Mr and Mrs Coupland on the birth of their baby son, Charlie Paul Coupland who was born on 22nd September, weighing 8lbs 6.5oz. I'm sure that you will agree he is absolutely gorgeous! We send our love and best wishes to the new parents.

Macmillan Coffee Morning

"Let them cake!"

And they did....lots of it!

Today (29.9.23) we held our annual Macmillan Coffee Morning and as you can see, there was an amazing range of the most delicious cakes on display. Drinks were served by our wonderful PTA members. Children from Pre-School to Year 6 brought their pennies and they were joined by parents too.

Polo Club

It was great to see some new children trying polo tonight. We were fortunate to be playing on the grass pitch and enjoyed the late September sunshine. Everyone had a fantastic time and can't wait for next week's lesson. Thanks to everyone at Leadenham Polo Club. There are lots more photos on our school Facebook page.

Year 6 Play Touch Rugby

Our first rugby outing of the season saw us participate in a game of U11s touch rugby at St. Hugh's School - Woodhall Spa. (Touch rugby bridges the gap between tag and full contact rugby). The team put in a wonderful performance with some accurate passing and great defensive work. The team were quick to adapt to the rules of touch rugby.

Many thanks to St Hugh’s for hosting us today and to our travelling spectators for their support

Hard Work Brings Rewards

Our year 6 children sat the first of two 11+ exam papers yesterday and as a reward for their hard work they were taken to our local Costa Coffee where they enjoyed a drink and a cake. Well done year 6!

Back to School - Autumn Term 2023

There were lots of smiley faces when the new school year started on Thursday 7th September. For more photos, take a look at our school Facebook page and search for date 7.9.23

Congratulations!

Massive congratulations to Mrs Coupland who has just collected and celebrated her Foundation Degree in Professional Studies in Education. She received a merit - this is a fantastic achievement considering Mrs Coupland is expecting a baby very soon!

Well done Mrs Coupland, we’re very proud of you!

School's out for Summer!

With a countdown from 10-0, the children's holiday was announced at our end of term celebrations by the song "School's out for Summer!" by Alice Cooper. Parents with children in EYFS and Key Stage 1 were invited to a celebratory morning and those with children in Key Stage 2 attended an event in the afternoon, with many parents bringing a picnic lunch and staying the whole day.

Each class sang a song and received certificates celebrating each child's individuality. In the afternoon our outgoing Head Boy and Head Girl made a farewell speech and welcomed their replacements. Year 6 received a commemorative dragon statue and a host of perpetual trophies and plates. Our year 6 cohort presented the school with a beautifully inscribed 'buddy bench' which will be pressed into action from September. Unfortunately celebrations ended abruptly due to the endless downpours. Check out our Facebook page for lots of photos from both events.

Happy holidays everyone and don't forget to send in your holiday photos and news!

Farm Fest

On 8th July, our PTA organised a magnificent Summer Fayre at Willow Farm which was attended by lots of our families and friends of the school. There was no shortage of things to do - from lawn mower racing to a tombola and face painting to a hobby horse agility course. Hot dogs (made from our own pigs) and pizzas, plus a well stocked bar ensured that everyone was well-fed and hydrated. Matty Haynes provided a vocal soundtrack to the afternoon and as the day faded lots of families retreated to their tents, caravans and motorhomes for a sleepover in one of the farm's fields. As usual, check out our Facebook page (8.7.23) for lots more photos!

STEM Challenge

Years 3 and 4 Netball Matches

Thanks, as always to St Hugh's for hosting us, to the parents who came along to support and also to Ms Jackson for coaching the team.

New Arrivals!

Making Mosaics

Year 3 visit Westgate Woods

Exciting News to Start the Spring Term 2024!

Final Day of Autumn Term 2023

Christmas Jumper Day

Here's year 3 with their fabulous Christmas jumpers, ready for their Christmas lunch!

Christmas Lunch

The Magical Christmas Jigsaw

Parents and relatives were treated to a wonderful performance of The Magical Christmas Jigsaw at Hubbert's Bridge Community Centre on 11th December.

Well done to our children and a huge thank you to the staff for their hard work in preparation/rehearsals. Thank you also to the PTA who provided refreshments and organised the Christmas raffle.

PTA Wreath Making Evening

Year 6 Artists

Year 6 have been studying World War II. They have expertly drawn historical figures from the era.

Joyeux Noël

Years 6 made Christmas cards in their French lesson today reflecting the French carol, ‘Mon Beau Sapin.’

Key Stage 2 Swimming Gala

Thanks, as always, to St Hugh's for inviting us and also to the parents who came along to lend their support.

Year 3 and 4 Poets

Pupils in years 3 and 4 were excited to learn that their poems will soon be published in a book. We can't wait to see their work in print!

Leicester Tigers Visit

Highfields Cross Country

Well done St George's and thank you to Mr Mark and Dr Hockham for accompanying the group.

Wombles of Wyberton

Year 3 supported the ‘Wyberton Wombles Big Boston Clean Up’ by litter picking along London Road. They spoke about the positive impact this will have on the community and environment.

PTA Halloween Party

You can find lots more photos on our Facebook page. Click here.

Class of 2023 - 11+ Success

We're Bonkers About Conkers!

Harvest Activities

Harvest Festival

School Council Election Result

British Values

On Friday 6th October we held an Election in school to select members for 2023-24 School Council. The hall was transformed into a polling station for the afternoon.

Staff have used this opportunity to discuss British Values - exploring the meaning of democracy and why it is so important for citizens to exercise their right.

Baby Charlie

Macmillan Coffee Morning

"Let them cake!"

And they did....lots of it!

Polo Club

Year 6 Play Touch Rugby

Many thanks to St Hugh’s for hosting us today and to our travelling spectators for their support

Hard Work Brings Rewards

Back to School - Autumn Term 2023

There were lots of smiley faces when the new school year started on Thursday 7th September. For more photos, take a look at our school Facebook page and search for date 7.9.23

Congratulations!

Well done Mrs Coupland, we’re very proud of you!

School's out for Summer!

Happy holidays everyone and don't forget to send in your holiday photos and news!

Farm Fest

Park Life!

On the final Monday of term all of our children and staff walked the short distance to our local park to enjoy what is known as Treat Day. This is an annual reward to thank the children for their hard work, wonderful behaviour and kindness throughout the year. Everyone had the opportunity to use the play equipment, play team games in the multi games area or play games with our sports equipment. Mr Dempster provided lunch for everyone, served from our huge gazebo and this was followed by a visit from Skinner's - our local ice cream van. Needless to say, a good time was had by all!

Sports Day

With perfect weather, an afternoon of competitive races at the PRSA was enjoyed by parents and friends of the school on 4th July. Please head to our Facebook page for lots of photos of the action.

Year 6 Production of Macbeth

Year 6 staged a magnificent production of Shakespeare's Macbeth on Monday evening. With a combination of songs and drama, our leavers entertained parents and friends in our newly built woodland theatre. Our PTA served a delicious refreshments and kindly purchased headset microphones which enhanced the enjoyment of the performance. For more photos from the evening, please check our Facebook page.

Winners at Lincolnshire Show!

It's official! We have won the Schools Challenge at The 2023 Lincolnshire Show! Our children have been working hard on two challenges - Roots and Hooves and Farming Then, Now and in the Future!

Roots and Hooves - we made our own unique recipe Lincolnshire sausages and a vegetarian alternative - entitled Yellowbelly Produce. The children purchased a rare breed black piglet, fed it and cared for it, before it visited the butcher. They calculated the cost of raising it from purchase to making sausages, made posters to advertise the produce and composed jingles which were aired on our local BBC Radio station. Ady, a butcher from Carl Dunham's Family Butchers, visited school to talk to the children about the sausage making process and to help children to decide on the flavours and herbs available to them. He also helped the children when they visited the shop to make their sausages.

Farming Then, Now and in the Future - the children wrote to their relatives to find out about farming in the past, they investigated the bygone implements at the farm. Year 3 visited R and H Crawfords at Frithville to learn about farming in the past - Mr Crawford showed them his collection of vintage tractors, including those driven by steam. Year 4 visited R and H Crawfords too, but learned about farming now and in the future. Mr Crawford explained about the current issues facing farmers and how they practise regenerative farming. he explained about the future of farming, including the place of robotics and vertical farming. Pre-School and reception classes made a wonderful model of vertical farming using plastic bottles.

Throughout the two days of the show, the public visited the stands in the EXO Centre and the children discussed/explained their work to the passers-by. The children offered samples of our sausages and cheesy bites and received lots of positive comments about our produce. On the Thursday of the show, children from years 2-6 presented to the judges. They had a ten minute time allowance and had to showcase their work. Later in the afternoon the results were announced in reverse order. We held our breath and were absolutely delighted to be placed first. Huge thanks to everyone who has been involved in the challenges - we couldn't do it without you! For many more photos, please visit our Facebook page.

Year 5 Geography Field Trip

Year 5 visited Huttoft ( a small village on the east coast) this week to support their geography work. They also found time to have some fun!

Farming in the Past

In preparation for one of our entries into The Schools' Challenge at The Lincolnshire Show, year 3 have been investigating farming in the past. You may remember that year 4 recently investigated regenerative farming. (see post 9.6.23)

Mr Crawford (Robert H Crawford & Son Groundcare) kindly allowed the children to view his collection of vintage tractors. He patiently explained the history of the tractors and implements, answering their many questions too. The children were delighted to be allowed to try out a number of vehicles, but especially enjoyed sitting in the Sherman tank at the end of their visit.

A huge thank you to the Crawford family for their help in our entry and the time they have given to explain farming 'then, now and in the future.'

BBC Radio Lincolnshire

Year 6 received a visit from a BBC journalist this week. They have been composing jingles to market our Yellowbelly Produce at the Lincolnshire Show next week. Grace, the roving reporter, interviewed Mrs Bourne, our Farm School Lead and the children to find out more about the Lincolnshire sausages that we have made from one of our rare breed Large Black Pigs. The children gave super-confident answers and sang their jingles. The following morning, broadcaster, Sean Dunderdale was mightily impressed when he played the interviews and jingles on his breakfast show. Fingers crossed for a successful show next week!

Lincolnshire Wildlife Park

Year 4 recently visited Lincolnshire Wildlife Park to find out more about native African animals. On arrival they were met by keeper Jess who gave them a guided tour of the park - this included the lions, tigers, pumas, but also tortoises and hundreds of parrots! In the afternoon, the pupils enjoyed an activity in which they made an enrichment toy for the meerkats. The final hour was spent sketching the colourful parrots who seemed to enjoy the company of the children.

Farming - Past, Present and Future

Year 4 Investigates Regenerative Farming.

To support their work for the Schools Challenge at the forthcoming Lincolnshire Show, year 4 have delved deeper into the topic of 'Farming Then and Now' and have also found out about farming in the future.

Mr Crawford (Robert H Crawford and Son, Frithville) kindly gave up his morning to discuss traditional, modern and futuristic farming methods with year 4.

The children deepened their knowledge, learning about the science behind soil health, cash crops, why and when cover crops are sown and how farmers can look after their land so that it produces the best crop possible. They were interested to find out more about GPS guided tractors and drones which can pinpoint areas in a field which need attention, as well as how modern machines can control how much seed is drilled in a field.

Mr Crawford then discussed farming in the future and how robotics and vertical farming may become commonplace.

A thoroughly educational morning with the children demonstrating their knowledge and understanding as well as posing some thought-provoking questions.

A huge thank you to the Crawford family for passing on their knowledge and expertise to our pupils.

Race for Life

The Cancer Research charity has played and still plays an important part in the lives of many of our community and every year we organise an event to raise funds for this amazing organisation which does so much to help so many.

On Tuesday all of our children, staff and lots of parents ran 8 laps of Garfit's Lane playing field which equated to 5 kilometres - yes lots of our Little Dragons (aged 3-4 years) completed the course too. Some Duracell-powered individuals completed 15 laps and nearly achieved 10 kilometres! When they crossed the finish line a pink iced cupcake, a bowl of strawberries and a cool drink was waiting for everyone.

Donations are still coming in, but we have already raised over £2000 - a superb amount for such a small school.

Polo!

The progress that our polo after-school club has made is astounding! Children, who were non-riders in January are now confidently cantering around the arena. Hand-eye co-ordination is developing nicely, as is the ability to control their pony. If you would like your child to join our after school club on Fridays, please get in touch.

Year 1 visit a Victorian School

Year 1 children visited the Victorian school at Great Cressingham, Norfolk. Entering the building through either the boys' or girls' entrance they were immediately whisked back to Victorian times. With lessons on handwriting and singing, they were pleased when playtime came and they could use Victorian toys in the yard. For more photos, please see our Facebook page.

Year 6 Kingswood Residential

Whilst other year 6 pupils across the country were engaged in SATs tests, our year 6 were putting their energies into their annual residential at Kingswood, Norfolk. Our pupils engaged in lots of team building activities throughout each day of their stay. Photos to be added shortly. please check back soon!