March Newsletter
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Class 1 Clay Workshop supported by The Helen Foundation
We were thrilled to welcome the talented clay artist Anna Boland to Cockwood School recently, treating our Year 4, 5 and 6 pupils to an extraordinary day of artistic exploration. The experience began with our young artists learning three distinct techniques for crafting Greek-inspired pots, setting the stage for a day of creative immersion. As…
Year 4 Forest School
Year 4 have had a fabulous start to their Forest School experience. Pupils had a super afternoon building a fire and cooking pancakes. The weather was beautiful and spring-like, and the children enjoyed seeing the Methley Meadow site bursting into life. They had the chance to explore and time for team den building. We think…
Woodland Trust and tree planting
An exciting initiative that has taken root at Cockwood School, quite literally! The pupils have embarked on a wonderful journey of learning and environmental stewardship, venturing beyond the classroom walls to make a lasting impact on our local landscape. Recently, the school was fortunate to receive a generous donation of 30 trees from the Woodland Trust. This…
Let’s Dance Festival
We are very proud of our Class 1 pupils who attended the Let’s Dance Festival, held at South Dartmoor College in Ashburton. Under Mrs Whenman’s expert guidance, our talented young dancers drew inspiration from the Disney film ‘Inside Out’ to create a truly captivating performance piece. The children’s dance explored the journey of Riley, a…
Music in the Castle
Last week, we were thrilled to offer a group of pupils from Class 1 and 2 an extraordinary musical experience. Miss Buttree accompanied these fortunate children to Powderham Castle for one of the captivating ‘Music in the Castle’ events. The pupils were treated to a mesmerising recital by Thomas Kelly, a world-renowned pianist, who graciously…
British Science Week
As part of our exciting learning journey during British Science Week, our pupils embarked on a fascinating adventure to the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth. This incredible trip perfectly aligned with our theme of ‘Change and Adapt’, offering our children a unique opportunity to explore ocean conservation first-hand. Our youngest learners were treated to an…
Badminton Workshop
At Cockwood, we’re always eager to introduce our pupils to new experiences and activities. Recently, Class 1 enjoyed an exciting Sport’s Impact Day featuring a badminton workshop. This engaging session was designed to enhance hand-eye coordination, flexibility, balance, and agility, while also boosting cardiovascular endurance and overall fitness. The afternoon was filled with fun and…
Play Leader Training
We are delighted to share some exciting news about our recent Play Leader training for our oldest pupils. This initiative is a wonderful opportunity for our senior pupils to develop crucial leadership skills while enhancing the playground experience for all. Last week, our oldest pupils participated in an engaging training session focused on the importance…
Year 6 pupils’ adventures at Forest School.
The Year 6’s first week at Forest School has been an absolute joy, filled with wonderful experiences that have truly enriched their learning journey. One of the highlights was the opportunity to embrace their culinary skills in the great outdoors. Our young chefs whipped up delicious banana and chocolate cakes over an open fire –…