Reception Interhouse Sports
Today the Reception class enjoyed taking part in the Interhouse Sports activities led by the Year 6 Sports Leaders. The children worked hard to complete a circuit of physical activities, such as throwing beanbags onto a target, jumping over hurdles and balancing on stepping stones. The children listened brilliantly and put in 100% effort to support their house team. Well done Reception!
DPSSA Girls Football
A huge well done to our girls’ football team last night! The girls secured another three fantastic wins, this week they were against Holy Trinity, Turton and Edgworth and St Peter’s! An incredible effort from everyone involved, showing great teamwork, determination and skill. Keep up the fantastic work, girls! A huge thank you to Mr Bloomfield for his coaching.
Year 6 - Football with Stephen Sama
A huge thank you to Stephen Sama for coming into school to deliver a fantastic football session for our Year 6 children! ⚽ It was brilliant to see everyone getting involved, having fun and developing their skills. The children were also inspired by hearing about Stephen’s journey through football, showing them where passion, hard work and determination can lead. Thank you, Stephen, for giving our children such a memorable experience! The Stephen Sama Football Academy launches at DACA for Year 7 in September 2027. Led by former professional footballer Stephen Sama, who developed at Liverpool FC and now coaches Baller League champions PRIME FC alongside KSI. ⚽ Up to 20 boys & 20 girls selected 🏋️ Specialist coaching & S&C 🏆 Competitive football 📚 Full DACA education We are hopeful that some of our football stars will make it into the Stephen Sama Football Academy in September.
Year 5 - PE
Today we continued our cricket lessons by combining the separate batting, bowling and fielding skills we have been practising into a game of cricket. Bowlers focussed on being side on, raising a straight arm over their head and releasing the ball with accuracy. Batters stood side on, holding the bat low and straight while carefully watching the ball. It was great to see how the children’s skills have developed over the last few weeks.
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DPSSA Girls Football League
A huge well done to our girls’ football team, who kicked off the league in fantastic style with three wins from 3 games. Some impressive performances and brilliant scores to go alongside them. The girls showed great teamwork, determination and a real desire to work for each other throughout. An excellent start — well done, girls!
Netball Club
This week was our final netball session for this half term and it was fantastic to see how far the children have come. Their netball skills have grown so much and we are now able to work on tactics and switching up positions. We have some new members in netball club who have even decided to join local grass roots teams so that they can progress even further!
KS2 Football Training
Today during football training, the children focused on improving their skills when playing in tight areas. They worked on close control, quick changes of direction, passing and movement to create space, while developing their ability to make quick decisions under pressure. It was a great session focused on keeping possession, staying composed and finding solutions when space is limited.
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Whole School Worship
Today in worship, the children were treated to an exciting online worship from Picture News exploring the importance of inclusive sport and how we can break down barriers that may prevent people from taking part. We learnt about the struggles that Stef Reid, a Paralympic athlete, faced when she lost her foot in an accident. She was determined to run again though after being a keen sportswoman before her accident and she went on to win many medals in a number of Paralympic Games events including running and long jump. She then retired from athletics but then took up figure skating and competed in Dancing on Ice. What an inspiration! The children discussed how everyone has different strengths, abilities and experiences, and explored the idea that there is always more than one way to achieve something and to never give up, just like Stef. It was a fantastic opportunity for the children to think about inclusion, resilience and the importance of supporting and encouraging others.
Key Stage 1 Multi- Skills Festival
Today some of our Year 2 children represented the school at the KS1 Multi- Skills Festival at St Bedes. They took part in various activities which showcased their fundamental skills and our Year 6 Sports Leaders were a true credit guiding and supporting them the whole way through. Go Team B!
KS2 Football Training
Today, KS2 enjoyed their after-school football training, focusing on attacking overloads. The children worked on creating and exploiting 2v1 and 3v2 situations, looking at how to use width, movement and quick passing to create space and get into goal-scoring positions.
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Keep Fit Club
Today was an active and high-energy session for Keep Fit Club! Our group made their way over to Jack’s Key, maintaining a great pace with a mix of walking, jogging, and running across the fields and up the hills. To cap off the session, the children challenged themselves on the bike track, with several members running over 10 laps! It was wonderful to see so much enthusiasm and perseverance. The children are already motivated to beat their personal bests next week!
Year 6 - Hockey
In Year 6, the children began their hockey unit by developing their fundamental skills. They focused on passing and receiving the ball with control, as well as moving into space to support their teammates. The children also explored how to work effectively as a team, using movement and communication to create opportunities during games.
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