Year 4 Residential trip to the Anderton Centre
Our Year 4 children went the Anderton Centre for their outdoor and adventurous residential for one night. They had an amazing time taking part in team building games, archery, paddle boarding, canoeing, climbing and cannonballing into freezing cold water! They developed their resilience and really challenged themselves and it was wonderful to see them encouraging each other too. A huge thank you to Mrs Araujo, Mrs Gardner and Mrs Singleton for giving up their time to support the children. All of the photos can be found here: https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/photo-galleries/year-4-anderton-centre-residential-april-2025
Year 6 Gaelic Football
Year 6 enjoyed their final Gaelic football session, this week. They culminated all of the skills they have learned over previous weeks into playing team matches. The children have really enjoyed this unit of P.E!
Reception- Fundamentals and Gymnastics Fun
Reception class had a visitor to class this morning - Mrs Gardner. The children completed a variety of activities to develop their fundamental skills and then moved onto travelling, jumping and height using low level apparatus. It was lovely to see the children challenging themselves and encouraging each other.
Hockey - Progressive Sports Final Session
We had our final hockey session with Progressive Sports on Friday and the children demonstrated all of their amazing hockey skills that they have been working on over the past six weeks. From various passing skills to dribbling and tactics, every single child has made great progress. The children finished with game challenges and have really enjoyed working individually and in smaller groups to perfect their skills. A huge thanks to Progressive Sports for providing specialist hockey coaching and teacher CPD. We look forward to working with them again soon!
Reception PE - Fundamental skills
This half term, Reception have been working on their fundamental PE skills. We have been learning how to jump correctly, throw underarm and climb up and down equipment safely.
Reception: Outdoor Fun
Reception class are really lucky to be able to access the MUGA and outdoor gym during their continuous provision time. They have practised their fundamental skills and also learnt how to share and take turns.
Year 1 PE- Dance
Today in your PE lesson, Year 1 enjoyed another dance session. First of all, they watched a clip from Toy Story 2 that showed several of the Toy Story characters crossing the road to Al’s Barn. Partner A then replicated the movement of one these characters and travelled from one side of the hall to the other in either a high or low position. Meanwhile, partner B had to make an interesting shape to replicate the obstacle that our character would face as they crossed the crossed road such as a speed bump, a tin can or a cone etc.. and partner A had to take different pathways such as going over, under or around the obstacle whilst making their way to the other side. Great work Year 1!
Year 4 - BRFC Football League
Today, Year 4 played their final matches in the BRFC League, showcasing incredible teamwork and determination. They secured impressive victories, defeating St. Barnabas and St. Paul’s 6-0 and overcoming St. Peter’s 4-2. In their final match, they fought hard in a tense 1-1 thriller, narrowly missing out on first place and finishing as proud runners-up. A huge well done to the whole team for their outstanding performances over the past few weeks—they have been amazing!
Year 5 Bikeability
Year 5 have been taking part in Bikeability sessions, where they have learned: how to correctly wear their helmet; how to make sure their bike is road-worthy; how to ride with confidence and control and how to ride their bike safely on the road.
Reception: Muddy Monday
The children explored Jack Keys for their Muddy Monday session. They enjoyed a walk, built sculptures, built a den, balanced on natural materials and collectively walked 58km to add to our CAFOD Big Lent Walk. Well done!
Year 5 - Gaelic Football
Year 5 had their final session on Gaelic football, putting all their hard work and effort into action during competitive game situations. Throughout the sessions, they have developed their skills, teamwork and understanding of the game, finishing with an exciting and well-played final match. Well done to everyone for their dedication and enthusiasm!
Year 3- The Big Lent Walk
This afternoon, Year 3 walked 2.7 miles, embracing the journey of living life in all its fullness. Along the way, we engaged with our spirituality windows, mirrors, and doors concept, gaining new perspectives, reflecting on our own experiences, and considering how we can make a difference. Through our actions, we not only contributed to a great cause but also felt a deep sense of achievement. We stopped by the graveyard to remember the lives lost, taking a moment to reflect and feel thankful.