Year 6: St George's News items
Y6 Arrive at Condover, by Mr Nathan
Date: 6th Nov 2023 @ 6:13pm
Light showers; sun shining between bare branches of naked trees; squelchy mud underfoot; rainbows overarching the grounds, welcoming us in with open arms.
Our first few hours at Condover have been eventful. We've even had children making their own beds with their fresh bed linen.
Flower Show Achievement, by Mrs Walters
Date: 1st Nov 2023 @ 12:09pm
We were very pleased to receive a certificate of achievement for the garden created for the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park this summer.
Congratulations to Miss Jones and Miss Pickering who did amazing work setting up entry in the show.
The garden was based on a journey through Middle Earth and can be seen outside reception at upper site.
Football teams' fundraiser for damaged defibrillator, by Mrs Walters
Date: 19th Oct 2023 @ 12:49pm
UPDATE: Thank you to everyone who donated to this fundraiser. The club has reached the £1,000 target and is now waiting to have the defib machine fitted.
A member of our staff team is raising funds to replace a vital defibrillator, which had the battery stolen, leaving it unusable.
John Evans, St George’s Finance and Office Manager, is a football coach with the Cheshire Girls Football League Wirral.
For the last five years they have had a defibrillator on hand and readily available for anyone to use at Arrowe Park playing fields, where it can be instantly accessed should the need arise.
They were absolutely horrified on Saturday 14th October to discover someone had stolen the battery pack that provides the power in case of emergency use.
The battery can only be accessed by removing the unit from its zipped up case and deliberately releasing it via a catch. The battery pack itself is of no use as it only fits the defibrillator but costs £280 to replace.
John said: “We are truly astonished at the depths someone has plunged to. The thought that someone has been so callous as to prevent the operation of life saving equipment goes beyond all understanding!!
The teams that use the playing fields are now raising funds to replace the defibrillator and add a special case to keep it safer.
If you would like to support them please visit their Gofundme page at:
Boxing Fundraiser for Autism Together, by Mrs Walters
Date: 13th Oct 2023 @ 1:59pm
One of our parents is fundraising for Autism Together by taking on a White Collar Boxing Match!
Terri Ann Simon, who has children in EYFS, years 1, 3 and 4, will be taking part in the Ultra White Collar Boxing event at Liverpool Olympia on Saturday 9th December.
If you would like to donate to her JustGiving Page you can click on the link below:
For more information about the event visit:
https://www.liverpoololympia.co.uk/events/ultra-white-collar-boxing-3/
Year 6 Football Tournament, by Mr Knowles
Date: 10th Oct 2023 @ 5:02pm
Last night, our Year 6 football team had their opening tournament of the year. The team performed admirably, showing fantastic attitudes on and off the field. Despite winning 2 games and drawing the other, it was not enough for us to qualify for the next round and unfortunately went out on goal difference. The team couldn't do anything more and even managed to not concede in any of the games. Well done to all of the players and we look forward to our next fixtures soon. We are very proud of you all.
Well done to gymnast Gabriella!, by Mrs Walters
Date: 18th Sep 2023 @ 2:50pm
Congratulations to year 6 pupil Gabriella who competed in the British Tumbling Championships in Birmingham at the weekend.
Gabriella took part in the youth category for ages 10-12 and having just turned 10 was placed a fantastic 17th out of 27.
Gabriella, her coaches and her family are very proud - the event was amazing, great fun and she was thrilled to represent Wirral Gymnastics Club in her first British champions competition.
Friends and family were able to support her by watching the live link at home.
Fantastic Florals at RHS Flower Show, Tatton Park, by Miss M Jones
Date: 22nd Jul 2023 @ 7:45pm
Back in February, St. George's were successful in our application to display at Tatton Park's annual flower show - RHS Flower Show Tatton Park.
The hard work began: researching, desgining, planting and building galore! Our garden was a wondrous delve into the mystical, literary world of J. R. R. Tolkien, and included aspects from two of his most famous works, The Hobbit and Lord of The Rings. With expert guidance from Miss J Jones and Miss Pickering, we decided that our garden should be a biodiverse haven: attracting as many different species of wildlife as possible. With funds we had raised, we were able to source verbena, cosmos, germanium, chamomile, salvia, grasses, echinacea, sanguisorbe, achillea, rubeckea, borage, stock and lobelia to make our design a reality! We also procured the skills of local artist, Barry Canning-Eaton (Mermaid Trail sculptor) to construct a flower-breathing dragon of epic proportions!
RHS Flower Show is on at Tatton until 5pm Sunday 23rd July. If you're able to pop along, make sure you keep a look out for our display behind the Schools Tent!
Celebration Day at the Year 6 transition camp, by Mrs Parker
Date: 20th Jul 2023 @ 1:52pm
Year 6/7 had a fantastic morning playing on inflatables and having fun with their friends.
Fun in the SUN! Year 6 transition camp., by Mrs Parker
Date: 19th Jul 2023 @ 1:47pm
Year 6/7 have had a great day today in the sun - a bit less soggy than yesterday! They have tried new sports and showed the resilience they will need moving up to year 7 and their new schools. Let's hope for the sun again tomorrow for our celebration day.
Year 6 transition, day 2, by Mrs Parker
Date: 18th Jul 2023 @ 11:23am
Today we are team building and winning by working together.
Year 6 transition at The Cricket Club - rain has not stopped play!, by Mrs Parker
Date: 17th Jul 2023 @ 11:46am
Year 6's - almost 7's have had a fantastic morning at the cricket club being fit and healthy - and having fun!
Year Six Learn all about Parliament., by Mrs Roberts
Date: 28th Jun 2023 @ 11:13am
This morning, Year Six had a very special visitor. Gary Hart, an education officer from Parliament. Gary told them all about the roles of the House of Lords and House of Commons. We even had children acting out how a bill is passed in Parliament. It was really interesting to learn that a bill can get passed between the two houses several times before it is passed as a law. The children also used their fantastic oracy skills to ask some really interesting questions. What a great morning!
Computer Training Success, by Mrs Walters
Date: 27th Jun 2023 @ 11:53am
St George's hosted a successful training session last week for Crumble Controllers.
School staff were joined by teams from other local primary schools and Teach Computing Cheshire and Wirral.
The company took to Twitter to say a big thank you.
Cross Country Event, by Mr Knowles
Date: 27th Jun 2023 @ 8:50am
Yesterday, after school, some of our Year 5/6 Cross Country Club took part in a race event at New Brighton Dips. The group have been working hard with their coach (Chris) over the past weeks to increase their stamina and work on pacing over long distances.
The children showed grit and determination on a windy day and all competed excellently individually. We also entered a team into the Year 6 relay which consisted of 2 of our Year 5 runners too!
We are looking forward to more Cross Country races next Year.
Well done to you all, we are very proud.
Clean Air Day Conference 2023, by Miss M Jones
Date: 23rd Jun 2023 @ 11:45am
St. George's have marked Clean Air Day 2023 by attending a very prestigious event - Clean Air Day Conference - at Eureka! Science & Discovery.
We were given a slot of time in the their theatre, presenting to other schools, companies, members of the council - and even the Mayor of Wirral, Councillor Jerry Williams!
Within our presentation, we showcased all of the fantastic eco work we have carried out this academic year. After this, we outlined our new project in collaboration with Professor Thanh from Liverpool John Moore's University: the Smart Green Journey app.
The children presented with great confidence. After listening to all of the school projects, we had a look around Eureka and visited a few workshops led by Asthma UK, Living Streets, and Lynn Struve.
Below are details on how to get involved with our project:
St. George's have been invited to take part in an exciting partnership with Liverpool John Moore's University trialling their new app, 'Smart Green Journey'. The app works a little like the fitness app, Strava, by tracking all of the journeys we make (on foot and by vehicle). The app cleverly converts the kilometres travelled into CO2 emissions created, so we can see for ourselves our own carbon footprint and the impact we are having on the planet, making us more mindful about the journeys we take! We are aiming for as many people to join our school in the challenge to reduce our emissions. Below is an infographic, explaining how to download the app and join the challenge. Be the key to cleaner air! Make the decision to reduce your emissions!
Y6 Fieldwork around New Brighton, by Mrs Roberts
Date: 19th Jun 2023 @ 3:14pm
On Friday, our year six children visited New Brighton as part of their Geography unit about sustainable resources. Whilst they were there, they completed an Environmental Quality Index to evaluate air quality, vegetation, noise pollution and maintenance. They then discussed which areas could be improved and suggested ways to improve them. We had a fantastic day!
VR fun in year 4, by Mrs Walters
Date: 15th Jun 2023 @ 11:15am
Year 4 had a great time using the VR headsets this week to explore the rainforest.
The children used the nunchucks to move around and were able to see all the plants and animals in real life.
Sophia said: 'I enjoyed the VR because it felt like I was in the real world.'
Eliza thought the VR sets were amazing and said: 'You can see lots of different animals, plants and trees and it's really fun.'
Wirral Coastal Walk Success, by Mrs Walters
Date: 15th Jun 2023 @ 9:45am
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the Wirral Coastal Walk on Sunday - and thank you to everyone who sponsored our staff team!
They walked the full 12.5 miles to raise money for our year 4 pupil Daisy Scamp's family. Daisy is currently undergoing extensive treatment for Myeloid Sarcoma, a rare form of cancer. More than £1,000 has been raised on the Go Fund Me page since half term making the total raised more than £5,200.
One of our year 3 teachers, Mrs Kisby, also took part in a sponsored 100km run throughout May after being challenged by her daughter!
Also thank you to everyone who donated by putting money in the collection buckets last week - we raised a further £250, which is amazing!
If you would like to donate to the Daisy fund please visit: https://gofund.me/6bf02bac
Co-op Funding Boost for Sensory Garden, by Mrs Walters
Date: 12th Jun 2023 @ 2:57pm
A huge thank you to the Co-op in Wallasey Village who kindly donated £150 to the PTA from their local community fund.
Store manager Barrie Blythyn presented Mr Nathan and Mrs Roberts with the checque and the money will beused for a sensory garden at upper site.
Mini Police visit to Police Museum, by Mrs Walters
Date: 7th Jun 2023 @ 3:32pm
The Year 5 Mini Police Representatives were lucky to be invited to Warrington Police Museum today.
Whilst we were there we learnt about how the police force was developed, the different police ranks and how police uniforms changed over the years.
Our mini police were also very lucky to see some very special exhibitions about different weapons and drugs which have been seized by the police over the years, the police cells used for people who were arrested and we also had the opportunity to sit in a police car and motorbike!
Y6 University Trip, by Miss Lewis
Date: 6th Jun 2023 @ 2:25pm
Yesterday, Year 6 had the pleasure of spending the day at Edge Hill University. During the day, we had opportunity to take part in different activities such as: sports, geography, art and STEM. Additionally, we took part in a campus tour and even got to see their campus ducks! This visit really was enriching and we hope it has inspired the children.
Year 6 Football Team reaches the semi finals, by Mr Knowles
Date: 26th May 2023 @ 3:25pm
Last night, our Year 6 footballers had their quarter final fixture of the Houlihan Cup. A great performance resulted in a victorious 4-0 score line . The team's performance was outstanding on and off the pitch. They conducted themselves to the highest standard, showing great sportsmanship throughout. We are very proud of the team and look forward to the semi final next half term!
RNLI Careers and Safety, by Mrs Coleman
Date: 23rd May 2023 @ 11:33am
This morning we were lucky enough to have a visit from our local lifeguards.
They talked about their roles in keeping people safe along the coast. The Royal National Lifeboat Institute is funded completely by charity donations and has existed for 199 years!
On the Wirral, we have three lifeboat stations at New Brighton, Hoylake, and West Kirby, as well as six lifeguard stations.
Laurence modelled the red and yellow uniform we should be looking out for if we need help on the coast, and we learned the meanings of the flags:
RNLI FLAG = lifeguards on duty
BLACK AND WHITE FLAGS = surfing/craft area
RED FLAG = no swimming
ORANGE WINDSOCK = no inflatables
RED AND YELLOW FLAG = swimming area
Heidi showed us what we need to do if we fall in, and what we do if we end up in a rip current:
Rip currents look like calm water but has a powerful pull out to sea.
Don't panic;
lie back in a starfish shape;
shout for help;
try to move out of the current sideways - don't swim against it.
Patrick made an heroic rescue!
Y5&6 Climate Challenge, by Mrs Roberts
Date: 22nd May 2023 @ 4:42pm
On Friday, some of our year 5 and 6 children were invited to the Floral Pavilion to take part in a climate crisis workshop. They were given the challenge of coming up with an innovative idea to help improve the wildlife at school and in our local area. Our fantastic team built on the idea of our sensory garden. They suggested investing in a water butt and compost bin to help with school waste, planting wildlife friendly plants and delivering workshops to the local area to provide education on the climate crisis. All 6 children spoke really articulately infront of the panel of judges. Although they didn't win, their presentation was excellen and the team are excited to share their ideas back at school. Well done everyone!
Y6 heart dissection, by Mrs Bowden-Pickstock
Date: 19th May 2023 @ 3:29pm
This week, Year 6 have launched their final science topic - The Human Body - circulation. Every child was given the opportunity to dissect a heart and they rose to the challenge. We were really impressed with their mature attitude and willingness to give everything a challenge.
