Year 5 - Food Technology
Today, the children created their own Spaghetti Bolognese sauce, applying all the cooking skills they have developed so far. They worked with ingredients such as onions, mushrooms, garlic and carrots, seasoning their sauces to taste. After cooking, they completed a written evaluation, gave their dish a personal score and suggested ways they could improve it next time.
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Summer Reading Challenge
Summer Reading Challenge A big thank you to Jacqueline from BwD Libraries for visiting school this morning and promoting the Summer Reading Challenge. You can sign your children up to Story Garden, this year's Summer Reading Challenge from The Reading Agency at Darwen or Blackburn Library. Joining is quick, easy and FREE and it's lots of fun too. The challenge is for the children to read any six library books before the end of September, tell us about what they've read, and collect stickers and other prizes along the way. They can also listen to audio books, use the FREE BorrowBox app, or mix and match. If your child participates, please encourage them to bring in their certificate to celebration worship in September so that we can celebrate their reading success
Barney’s Got Talent
This morning, we had an extra special Friday celebration. Our amazing school family showcased their fabulous talents in the annual ‘Barney’s Got Talent Show.’ Our performers included ‘The Frozen Friends’ of Luna and Martha, ‘Rocket Reggie’ with his super speedy skipping, The APT, The Stars & The Sassy Girls, Percy, The Joker, The Baby Sharks featuring Lydia, Lenny and Olivia, The Gymnast Monkeys featuring Callie, Mollie and Hollie, Barney’s Song and Dance Group featuring Harry, Ella, Evie and Heidi singing ‘Beautiful Things, The JW Band featuring Carter, James, Elijah, Charlie and Seb singing ‘Green Green Grass,’ The Swifites featuring Naomi and Luna, Dramatic Darcy singing ‘Pink Pony Club,’ The Terrible Two featuring Sonny and Walter with their own version of ‘I’m a Teenage Dirt Bag Baby,’ Sassy Lilly with ‘Our Song’ by Taylor Swift, Star Sofia singing ‘Titanium,’ Graceful Grace showcasing her phenomenal tap skills, Omazing Oscar playing the Cello and last but not least our fabulous Year 6 children gave us a snippet of their performance to come next week and sang ‘It’s a Hard Knock Life.’ Well done to all of our performers for their amazing courage getting up on the stage in front of our huge audience of parents. Also, a huge well done to our heads and deputies (Hamza, Rosie, Daisy and Harry) for leading the whole show with great humour and confidence and finally, Mrs Ham for all of her enthusiasm and organisation. We have more of this to come with our Year 6 Performance of Annie on Tuesday, our Rocksteady Concert on Wednesday, our End of Year Award Ceremony on Thursday and our Year 6 Leavers next Friday. Thank you to the parents and carers who came along to support on such a hot day!
Year 1 D&T- Wacky Windmills
This afternoon, Year 1 proudly completed their Wacky Windmills as part of their Design & Technology unit. They carefully attached the sails to their structures and added colourful decorations to finish their creation.
Year 1 Class Worship- Picture News
Yesterday, during their class worship, Year 1 explored this week’s Picture News theme: What Makes Somewhere a Good Place to Live? We began with a story about a group of Australian scientists who discovered evidence that humans lived in high mountain regions over 20,000 years ago. This led us to reflect on how those early people made the most of the resources around them to survive. We then considered how a “good” place to live can look different for everyone—even today—and the importance of respecting other people's homes and needs. To end our worship, we gave thanks for our own loving and comforting homes, and offered prayers for those facing difficulties where they live, including those affected by war, flooding, or the lack of basic necessities such as clean water, gas, or electricity.
Year 1 History- The Types of Shops in Darwen Town Centre
As part of their history learning, Year 1 took a trip into Darwen Town Centre to investigate the types of shops found on the high street today. They recorded their findings using a tally chart, which revealed that takeaways and cafés were the most common, followed closely by hairdressers and beauty salons, supermarkets, and bargain stores. The children also spotted several pharmacies and a number of vacant shops. Next, they will use this information to compare the modern high street with the types of shops that existed in Darwen during the 1950s.
Year 6: Rehearsals for End of Year Production
Year 6 have been working very hard rehearsing their production of "Annie", ready for the performances to school and family next week. The acting, singing and dancing are coming together now and the children are definitely going to wow their audience!
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Cre8ability Session 5
This week, our Cre8ability group focused on the vital topic of relationships with family, loved ones, and friends, emphasizing the importance of sharing feelings. We explored strategies for navigating disagreements and arguments, learning how to constructively address conflicts and maintain strong bonds. A highlight of the session was the creation of personalized "family boxes." Each member designed a special box representing themselves and their family, a beautiful and tangible way to reflect on their unique connections. The session underscored the power of open communication and creative expression in building and sustaining healthy relationships. We are looking forward to our final celebration session next week.
Year 6 Geography: Global Trade
In geography lessons year 6 have been learning all about global trade. They have learned terminology such import, export, commodities and supply chains. They have learned about the journey our food and other goods take before they reach our shops and supermarkets and about which goods we can produce in our country and which we can't.
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Scrumptious Production to EYFS and KS1
EYFS, Year 1 and Year 2 had the pleasure of watching the production of Scrumptious today. They absolutely loved it and enjoyed the story book production.
Scrumptious Production- KS2- Message of change and friendship
This afternoon, KS2 enjoyed a delightful end-of-year summer treat with the charming and magical production of 'SCRUMPTIOUS!' This gently interactive musical play told the sweet story of Sylvie, a sweetshop owner who loves her routine but learns to embrace change when a mysterious stranger arrives. The show beautifully conveyed the moral of the story: that while change can be daunting, it often leads to wonderful new experiences and friendships, encouraging us all to live life to its fullest. It was particularly fitting for the children as they prepare for big transitions, like moving from primary to secondary school or into a new class. The story was great with delightful descriptions of ice creams and different sweets, and even a magical book that played a key role. Getting the children involved in the narrative helped Sylvie be brave and adapt to her changing world, making for a truly memorable, funny, hopeful, and charming performance, the perfect treat to round off the summer term!
Edstart Jag Tag Tournament
Today we took part in the Edstart Jag Tag Tournament at Our Lady St John. We played against other schools from across the Borough and managed to secure some wonderful results. St Barnabas vs St Paul’s Hoddlesden - 12-0 win St Barnabas Vs St Anthony’s 8-0 win St Barnabas Vs Audley 14-6 win St Barnabas Vs Daisyfield Once we progressed to the Semi Final we met Audley again which resulted in a 18-0 win and then the final game was against St Anthony’s and we managed to come away with a sixth consecutive win of 12-0. Huge thanks to Marcus @Edstart for organising the tournament- it was fantastic to see everyone taking part with huge smiles on their faces and showing super sportsmanship. What a way to end such a successful sporting calendar! Go Team B!