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…
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…
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 –…
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Every week, Mrs Roper has the pleasure of leading our oracy assembly, where we delve into the principles of high-quality communication. This week, we explored the social, emotional, and listening aspects of effective talk. Our thought-provoking question was, “How are we kept safe in school?” Pupils engaged in ‘nesting’, reflecting individually, before participating in a…
We are very proud of our Year 6 pupils who recently attended the Dartmoor Sports Partnership Football Tournament in Dawlish. This event allowed them to develop and improve their football skills, while also strengthening their teamwork and sportsmanship. Our pupils enjoyed the experience of playing against other local schools, which helps them step outside their…
We had a fantastic time celebrating Number Day in support of the NSPCC! Our pupils embraced the spirit of the occasion, arriving at school dressed as Times Table Rock Stars or their favourite numbers. The day was filled with exciting number-related games and activities, including a trust-wide TTRockstars tournament that boosted our times table skills….
We are thrilled to share with you an exciting musical adventure that our Class 1 pupils recently experienced. They had the wonderful opportunity to attend a performance by The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra at The Great Hall in Exeter. The concert, themed ‘Sea Stories’, exposed our young learners to a diverse range of musical genres, from…
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We are delighted to share the wonderful achievements of some Class 1 and 2 pupils who recently participated in the KS2 Multiskills and Games festival at Dawlish Leisure Centre. Our young athletes had the opportunity to showcase their talents in a variety of sports, including archery, darts, target practice, and volleyball. It was truly inspiring…