Category: All School

Our Year 3 pupils have embarked on their Forest School journey with great enthusiasm. Their first session at Methley Meadow was a resounding success, filled with adventure and hands-on learning. The children immersed themselves in nature, foraging for wild garlic in the great outdoors. This experience culminated in a delightful culinary activity where they crafted…

We are thrilled to share an exciting adventure our Year 6 pupils experienced this week. Thanks to a generous grant from Dawlish Town Council, they enjoyed a special pre-SATs treat – a trip to the Theatre Royal in Plymouth to watch ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’. At Cockwood, we’re always eager to provide our pupils with…

Cockwood Primary School came together to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. The School Council orchestrated a truly memorable afternoon, blending historical learning with joyous celebration Each class delved into the past through engaging History lessons, followed by a delightful street party on the playground. Mrs Roper, Head of School, shared excerpts from the…

We are thrilled to share some exciting news from our Year 1 pupils. Georgia and Rosie have been awarded special Blue Peter World Book Day Badges for their outstanding book reviews. This achievement came as part of the World Book Day celebrations, where children aged 5-15 were invited to submit reviews of their favourite books….

It’s been a delightful week at Cockwood, with sunshine brightening our days. We’ve enjoyed seeing older pupils performing music for younger ones and children peacefully reading outdoors. Please remember to send your child with a sun hat, named sunscreen, and water bottle daily. Staying hydrated is crucial for mood, memory, and attention. Let’s make the…

Our Year 4 pupils had a marvellous time at their final Forest School session this week. The glorious weather provided the perfect backdrop for their outdoor adventures. It was delightful to see the children working together, building dens, and enjoying the mud kitchen and stream. They even had a go with bows and arrows! Mehtley…

Our recent Easter House Competition was a truly remarkable afternoon that embodied the spirit of teamwork and creativity that we hold dear at Cockwood Primary. The whole school was abuzz with anticipation as our young innovators were given their challenge: to create an Easter bonnet and design a vehicle capable of safely transporting an egg…

Our Easter service at St Mary’s Church in Cofton was a heartwarming celebration of togetherness and reflection. It was a joy to see our school family, parents, and friends gather to contemplate the meaning of Easter. Our Class 1 pupils shone brightly, presenting the Easter story through poetry with remarkable clarity and presence. Class 2…