Whole School News
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Monday 20 July 2026 Holy Guacamole... We're Making Fajitas! This morning, the children took their taste buds on a trip to Central America as part of our North America geography topic. We explored how ingredients, flavour combinations and cooking techniques can reflect the culture and traditions of different countries. We also discussed how recipes can be adapted to suit different dietary needs and preferences.Before any cooking could begin, our young chefs learned about the key ingredients and equipment needed to make fajitas. They then practised safe chopping techniques, including the famous "bridge" method, to prepare peppers and salsa. Despite several requests, we can confirm that no vegetables were harmed by karate chops.The children also made their own guacamole using avocado, lime juice and salt. A few budding master chefs even had the opportunity to season the chicken. Once all the preparation was complete, the children headed out for a well-earned break while staff transformed the classroom into a fajita feast worthy of a cook
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Monday 20 July 2026 What a Quail-ity Surprise! This week, Year 4 had a very special visitor! One of our parents kindly brought in two of their four-week-old baby quails for us to meet, and it was an unforgettable experience.
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Friday 17 July 2026 Headteacher's Blog – Week Ending 17 July 2026 I hope this finds you well. By now, you should have received your child's annual report via email, ready to download. These reports provide a comprehensive overview of your child's progress, achievements and next steps across the curriculum. Please do take the time to read through the report with your child and celebrate their successes this year. If you haven't received your report or are experiencing any difficulties downloading it, please contact the school office and we'll be happy to help.
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Friday 17 July 2026 An Outdoor Disco for the Ages! Sadly, for some of our Year 6s, this was their very last Fitness Friday and what a way to sign off.The playground was transformed into an open-air disco this morning as children arrived bright and early, ready to throw some shapes and burn off some energy. Cha Cha Slides, Okey Cokeys and a Southill firm favourite, MOVE IT!, had everyone moving. Whether the moves were graceful or simply enthusiastic is up for debate!Our final Fitness Friday of the year also marked a sad farewell to our Year 6 Ambassadors. Over the past two years, they have been an incredible help and have supported every Fitness Friday with enthusiasm, commitment and plenty of encouragement.They leave some very big trainers to fill and we would like to say a huge thank you for all their hard work and support. We wish them every success as they take their next steps and hope they continue to bring the same energy wherever they go.
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Thursday 16 July 2026 A Wet, Wild and Wonderful Afternoon With the scorching temperatures showing no signs of easing, a shady afternoon activity was exactly what we needed! The challenge was simple: throw ping pong balls into the opposing team's cups and be the last team standing. What followed was an afternoon packed with laughter, excitement and a surprising amount of dancing!?
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Thursday 16 July 2026 Science – Exploring Sound In Science, Year 4 have been learning about sound. Yesterday, our lesson focused on pitch and how it is different from volume.
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Wednesday 15 July 2026 Y2 Transition Day! We had a lovely couple of days last week when the children came to try out being Year 2's!
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Wednesday 15 July 2026 Choose our own learning (COOL Time) and preparing for Year 1!
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Wednesday 15 July 2026 Y2 Now Press Play We have been having fun trialing an immersive audio experience called 'Just Press Play'. It consists of the children each having wireless headphones which then play various stories, recounts and experiences. The one we took part in was all about The Great Fire of London and followed the adventures of a young child (the children) who was on a mission to find their wayward cat. The audio gets the children to act out certain parts, move around the space and really get into character. It was great seeing everyone so engaged and focused.
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Wednesday 15 July 2026 Preparing for New Beginnings This week, we enjoyed trialling our new classroom and becoming familiar with our new learning environment. It was an exciting opportunity to explore the space and begin thinking positively about the transition ahead.
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Tuesday 14 July 2026 SUMMER SPORTS CLUB - WATER PONG EDITION Our final Summer Sports Club session of the term ended with a splash as the children took part in an exciting game of water pong.The aim was simple: throw ping pong balls into the opposing team's cups to eliminate them all and score points for your team. It's also a game that may come in handy later in life as it bears a striking resemblance to another well-known pong game... wink wink!The children quickly partnered up and began competing for places in the semi-finals. After all the scores had been counted and verified, Lilly and Daisy, Aston and Layton, Gracie and Eric, and Hudson and Freddie had secured their spots in the last four.Two intense semi-final matches followed, with Lilly and Daisy facing Hudson and Freddie in the final. After a closely contested battle, Hudson and Freddie emerged victorious by sinking all six cups to claim the title.As for the forfeit, it seemed a shame to waste all that water. The participants lined up against the wall, ready to receive a soaking from ou
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Tuesday 14 July 2026 The Purr-fect Afternoon What an unforgettable afternoon we had in Year 1! Although I have to admit, I think I might have enjoyed more than the children!
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Friday 10 July 2026 Day 4: The Final Chapter at St Briavels We could hardly believe it. Our final day at St Briavels had arrived and somehow the week had flown by faster than a trebuchet projectile heading towards an unsuspecting castle tower.For the first time all week, all of the children were sound asleep as we made our way around the castle to wake them for one last day of adventure. With cases packed and only a few stray socks, underpants and hidden sweets needing to be reunited with their owners, the children stripped their beds and headed down for breakfast.Of course, no morning would be complete without another instalment of Tea with Tom. What started as a small gathering has now become a phenomenon. A record-breaking 17 pupils attended today's cuppa and catch-up and several more children were successfully converted to the art of tea drinking. Pinky fingers were proudly raised and plenty of chitter chatter helped us ease into our final day.The morning was a relaxed one. Children taught staff complicated clapping games and songs that see
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Friday 10 July 2026 Y6: Primary College What a fantastic two days Year 6 had last week at Primary College! This annual event is always a brilliant opportunity for pupils to step outside their comfort zones, broaden their horizons and experience something completely new before making the exciting move to secondary school.
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Friday 10 July 2026 Transition day!
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Friday 10 July 2026 Week beginning 6.7.26– Another Week of Learning, Adventure and New Beginnings As another busy week comes to a close, I have been reflecting on just how much our children have experienced over the past few days. It has been one of those weeks that perfectly captures what makes Southill Primary such a special place to learn, with children embracing new opportunities, showing resilience and creating memories that will stay with them for years to come.
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Thursday 9 July 2026 Paddles, Plunges and Plenty of Laughter Day 3 began with a challenge that many Year 5 children were not prepared for... opening their eyes! Most of the children needed waking up this morning after another action-packed day at the castle. Little did they know, today's adventures would take us far beyond the castle walls…After yet another delicious breakfast (not forgetting Tea with Tom), the children squeezed into their wet gear and prepared for a day on the River Wye. We hopped onto minibuses and headed down to the water's edge where we were greeted with the best news possible in the scorching heat. Before heading out onto the river, we were allowed a dip in the water to cool off. There may have been a few cheers louder than those heard at the World Cup! The children split into two groups for their river adventures. One group took to the canoes while the other had an unexpected treat... paddleboarding! Suddenly everyone was kitted out with life jackets, helmets and paddles, looking like a very enthusiastic SOS res
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Thursday 9 July 2026 A Sneak Peek into Year 1
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Wednesday 8 July 2026 Archers… Fencers… Assemble! Day Two at the Castle {SECTION_MENU}
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Tuesday 7 July 2026 Day One at the Castle