Autumn Term 2025
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Class 1 go to Bovington Tank Museum
Class 1 embarked on a remarkable educational journey to the Bovington Tank Museum in Dorset, which has truly brought their World War 2 topic to life. During their visit, our pupils experienced an immersive exploration of 1940s life. They stepped back in time, visiting a meticulously recreated 1940s house and corner shop, gaining a profound…
Women’s Rugby World Cup Quarter Final
We are thrilled to share an incredible experience our pupils recently enjoyed. Our Class 1 pupils were fortunate enough to attend the Women’s Rugby World Cup Quarter Final at Sandy Park in Exeter, witnessing an extraordinary match between New Zealand and South Africa. The game was a spectacular display of skill and determination. The Black…
Year 5 and 6 Trip to Hampton Court Palace Tudor Festival
What an absolutely wonderful week it has been for our Year 5 and 6 pupils! We are delighted to share the fantastic experience they had bringing their History learning to life through their visit to Hampton Court Palace. Our pupils joined forces with Kenton Primary School for the Tudor Festival, and what a day it…
Class 1 Residential to Nethercott Farm
What an incredible week Class 1 has had at Nethercott House in Iddesleigh, Mid Devon! This wonderful experience, run by the charity Farms for City Children – founded by Clare and Michael Morpurgo 50 years ago – truly brought our learning about becoming Environmental Citizens to life. Our pupils absolutely threw themselves into being ‘farmers…
Athletics Impact Afternoon
What a wonderful afternoon Class 1 had on the field this week! Mr Baxter led a fantastic athletics session as part of our Impact sessions provided by the Ivy Education Trust, and it was brilliant to see our pupils throwing themselves into such a diverse range of activities. The children had the opportunity to try…
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…