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Year 6 trip to Museum of London Docklands
Fri 17 Oct 2025Today, our students embarked on an unforgettable school trip to the Museum of London Docklands! This immersive experience offered a wide range of learning opportunities, perfectly aligning with our current topic on the transatlantic slave trade. The museum's fascinating artefacts brought to life the rich yet complex history of the docklands, sparking inquisitive discussions among our students.
Furthermore, we also took a step back in time to explore wartime London, preparing our young historians for our upcoming topic on World War II in the summer term. The engaging exhibits allowed the students to develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced during this tumultuous period.
One of the highlights of our visit was meeting George, who shared her family's story of Trinidadian music with us. This captivating narrative not only enriched our Black History Month learning but also opened our eyes to the vibrant cultural tapestry that shapes our community today.
Overall, the trip was an incredible success filled with excitement, insight, and inspiration. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Museum of London Docklands for their warm hospitality and enriching resources, which will undoubtedly enhance our students' knowledge and appreciation of history!
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Year 5 trip to the Science Museum
Wed 15 Oct 2025Year 5 had the most amazing time visiting the Science Museum, where they were able to consolidate their learning from our science unit on Earth and space. Not only did we have the opportunity to explore the exhibits but we also got to dress up as planets in our solar system and build our own working rockets!
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World Space Week 2025
Fri 10 Oct 2025This week we celebrated World Space Week 2025 a time to explore what it means to live beyond Earth.
Space Week is recognised internationally, with various countries participating through educational events, activities, and outreach programmes. The week we emphasised on the importance of space science and technology in our daily lives. The children engaged in different workshops, webinars and hands-on activities to engage pupils in learning about astronomy, physics, and engineering.
It was fun to see how children enjoyed and participated in every activity.
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Macmillan Coffee Morning Success!
Fri 26 Sep 2025We’re thrilled to share that our Macmillan Coffee Morning was a wonderful success! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated! Every penny raised will go directly to Macmillan Cancer Support, helping make a real difference to those affected by cancer. It was truly uplifting to see so many families come together in solidarity, enjoying delicious treats and warm conversations, all for such an important cause. Your generosity and community spirit made the event incredibly special.
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Recycling Week - w/b 22nd September
Fri 26 Sep 2025Well, what a week we've had celebrating and exploring Recycling Week here at St. Joseph's! After the SMART Council and Eco Warriors launched recycling week in their respective classrooms, we were told that this year's theme was "Rescue Me". With that in mind, we heard about how we can rescue things from our expert recycler Lisa who came in to talk to us about how and why re-using items is one of the best things we can do! We've also been set the amazing homework of making a "Rubbish Toy" using recyclable materials. Pictures pending!
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Wonder dome experince
Wed 24 Sep 2025Our children enjoyed a fantastic experience in immersive mobile planetarium shows in school.
Stepping into a Wonder Dome mobile planetarium the children were transported on a cosmic journey, a thrilling adventure exploring the wonders of the Universe. They learnt about the planets, to the birth and death of stars, from launching rockets to stepping foot on other worlds. It was an unforgettable opportunity to bring the marvels of space right into our school.
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Happy School Bag collection
Wed 24 Sep 2025We’re incredibly grateful for your generous contributions to the Happy School Bag collection. Thanks to your support, we received lots of donations that will go a long way in helping our school. We’ll be sharing the total amount raised very soon—stay tuned! Your kindness truly makes a difference and we’ll keep you posted!
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Year 4 trip to the Museum
Tue 23 Sep 2025The Yr 4 children had a fantastic trip to the science museum. They attended a gross, squirm-inducing show about the workings of the human digestive system. They followed the journey of food from their mouth, through the acid bath in their stomach, along metre after metre of pulsating guts and out the other end! Apart from that, they got a chance to enjoys the different sections of the museum.
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Year 2 visit to St. Margaret's Church
Mon 22 Sep 2025Year 2 had an exciting visit to St. Margaret's Church in Barking to launch their Movers and Shakers topic in History. The children have been learning about Captain James Cook, a significant figure from the local area, who was married in St. Margaret's Church in 1762. They explored Cook's incredible voyages of discovery and his important work as a cartographer. During the visit, the children also had the chance to explore the beautiful church itself, discovering its rich history and importance to the local community. It was a wonderful start to their topic on influential historical figures!
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National Coding Week 2025
Mon 22 Sep 2025During National Coding Week, we ignited the passion for technology and creativity across the school! Our pupils explored the exciting world of artificial intelligence, discovering how technology could streamline our lives through automation. From coding interactive games to creating smart chatbots, each year group engaged in hands-on activities that showcased the wonders of innovation. Through collaborative projects, students not only enhanced their coding skills but also learned the importance of responsible tech use. We celebrated the future together and inspired the next generation of digital pioneers!
