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Music with Mr Robinson

Year 6 have enjoyed music lessons this half term with Mr Robinson, from St.Bede’s. We have used Kodaly to help with our singing, sang with a melody, bass and harmony as well as composing our own riffs inspired by the song “ain’t no mountain high enough” all while building on our knowledge of syncopation. This week we even explored the …

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World Mental Health Day

St. Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School are taking part in World Mental Health Day on Tuesday 10th October. Please see the information below for what will be happening in school.

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Our first violin lesson

Today we got our violins out for the first time we were really excited to finally get the chance to handle our instruments. Mrs Sellars explained to us how to hold the violin and stand correctly. We also learnt how to pluck the strings in different ways. It was lots of fun and we cant wait until next week.  

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Year 5 History

We are learning about the Anglo Saxon time period in history. We have found out why the Anglo Saxons came to Britain and why they stayed. We designed our own villages and looked at Anglo Saxon houses and settlements. We were able to study some artefacts and work out what they were used for using non-fiction books to find evidence …

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Year 4 Dancing

Year 4 worked up a sweat in our dance session this week with Sophie from the Easington School Sports Partnership. The partnership continue to support our staff in providing fun, exciting PE lessons for our children.  

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Year 2 Beginnings

In RE we have been looking at Beginnings, everyday and night we look around and see all that God made and remember the God made us too. We created our own paintings of a sunrise to show each new day is a new beginning.  

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Cross Country Competition

Yesterday, some of our children attended the Cross Country Competition held at East Durham College. They put in an amazing effort in very tough running conditions. They gave it their all and everyone was able to finish the race. Our Year 1/2 girls team came 3rd overall and Annabella placed 3rd individually. The Year 3/4 girls team also placed 3rd …

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St. Cuthbert’s Stars

Well done to all of our children who received certificates this week. We love to celebrate and share the wonderful things that are achieved each week.

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Reception class dance with Sophie

Reception class had great fun this morning in their dance class with Sophie from our Sports Partnership. Sophie couldn’t believe that we had only been in Reception class for 4 weeks!

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Year 1 Dancing

Year 1 had lots of fun today working with Sophie. We joined in with lots of party dances and used the parachute too.

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Football News

The A and B Team played their first league matches of the season today against Ribbon Academy. The A Team played first and wasted no time in attacking the opposing team’s goal. It wasn’t long before the first goal was scored and they just kept coming after that. Some excellent team-work and brilliant passing and moving ensured the game was …

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Year 2 Artists

Year 2 have enjoyed a rainy afternoon art lesson observing the spirals in shells and using texture in sketchbooks to create a beachy feel. They used oil pastels and graphite sticks to carefully observe shape, pattern and colour.

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Dates for Masses and Collective Worship

Please see the dates below for Masses and liturgical prayer for this term. Masses are in church and all liturgical prayer services are in school. Parents and families are very welcome at all services.

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St. Cuthbert’s Stars

Well done to our latest stars of the week. They have received awards for fantastic work, excellent behaviour and demonstrating Gospel Values throughout the school.

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Catholic Schools Inspection Report

In July 2023, we were visited by inspectors from our diocese to inspect the catholic education, religious education and mission of our school. We are delighted to share their findings with you in the report published below which has recognised St Cuthbert’s as outstanding in all areas of catholic education.   We are so proud of our school community and are …

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Nasal Flu Immunisations

Dear Parent, The nasal flu vaccinations will take place at St. Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School on Wednesday 11th October, please use the below link to complete either a consent form or a refusal form for the vaccinations. The link contains the consent form and additional information such as FAQs regarding the vaccination. The link will close on Tuesday 3rd October. https://nhsImms.azurewebsites.net/session/3c043d0e …

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Senses Year 1

In Year 1, we have been learning all about the human body. We have been exploring our five different senses. We had a carousel of activities, each one using a different sense. We identified the flavour of crisps by smelling them, felt objects in a feely bag, listened to sound through the computer, used magnifying glasses to look at objects …

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Our First Violin Lesson

We were really looking forward to our first violin lesson. Mrs Sellers told us about the different parts of a violin and played us some songs. We then played some singing games. Next week we will use the violin which we are looking forward to.   

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Football News

Our A Team played in their first tournament of the season last night. They played four matches and showed excellent skill and teamwork throughout. Some great goals were scored and some dangerous attacks were defended brilliantly.  After winning two games, drawing one and losing another, they had done enough to secure the runners up spot of the Daniel O’Hare Tournament. …

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St. Cuthbert’s Stars

A huge well done to all of our children who have achieved certificates for wonderful things this week.

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