RAF Shawbury 2026

Our Year 4 trip to RAF Shawbury was an unforgettable experience! We spent the day learning about the important work carried out at the base, including how surveillance helps to keep people safe and the vital role of air traffic controllers in guiding aircraft safely through the skies. We were fascinated to discover how much teamwork, communication and technology are involved in every flight. The highlight of the day was getting up close to a real helicopter—we even had the chance to sit inside! It was an amazing opportunity to experience

something completely new and learn about the exciting careers available in the Royal Air Force. We all had a fantastic day and came away with lots of new knowledge and memories to treasure.

 

 

 

 

Try-It-Sessions

Thank you to our wonderful Year 6’s, we have had lots of fun exploring and taking part in different sporting activities.

PSHE- Memories

1.5.26

This half term we have been discussing grief, the stages of grief and what are memories. This week we have focused on what memories are, why they are important and why it is important to talk and share our memories.

The children have created their own memory jar, which they have filled with all their memories. Some children decided to make them with water, food dye and glitter while others made them with memories and glitter so they can pull these memories out and discuss.

Careers Week Day 1

Wow!
What a start to our careers week with a visit from Julia Buckley this morning giving us all the information on her role and how she got into politics. The children had opportunities to ask what she had to do to become an MP and discussed how being resilient is an important part of the role.

Then to top it off this afternoon, we have been lucky to have Lesley and her greyhound Freya in. Talking to us about careers in caring for dogs and what the job entails. We even got to give Freya a stroke 🦮🌟

Jake Evans Story Teller and Artist visit

On Friday 5th December, we had the best time with Jake Evans. Jake did an amazing workshop which we all loved, starting with using the children’s ideas to create scary stories. Giving us some top tips on how to tell amazing stories ourselves with a special focus on understanding what emotions we want our audience to feel. Finally, we got even more creative with our artistic skills by creating images of two animals blended together.

Design and Technology

Good afternoon,

We have our first D&T lesson tomorrow where we will be tasting different types of soups. Could you please bring in a small spoon with you tomorrow.

Many thanks

Miss Gee & Mr Giles

When year 4 met Pudsey!

On Friday 14th November, Mereside came into school wearing casual clothes, raising money for Children in Need. In the afternoon, they had a special visitor…Pudsey Bear! The children were excited to give Pudsey a hug and/or high-five.

 

Who is Pudsey Bear? BBC Children in Need - Twinkl

 

  

Non-Uniform Day

Reminder that tomorrow (Friday 14th November 2025) is non-uniform day for Children in need.

Donations of £1 are to be paid via parent pay. Children are welcome to wear children in need merchandise.

World Mental Health Day 2025

🌼 World Mental Health Day 🌼

On World Mental Health Day, our school came together to raise awareness and show support for young people’s mental health. We all wore yellow in aid of the charity Young Minds, helping to spread the message that mental health matters — today and every day. 💛

Throughout the day, we talked about what mental health means, explored the different things that can affect how we feel, and learned about ways to keep our minds healthy, just like we do with our bodies. Pupils shared ideas about what helps them when they’re struggling — from talking to someone they trust, to spending time outdoors, or taking a break to relax.

To end the day, our School Council organised a fantastic bake sale after school. Thanks to everyone’s generous support (and love of cake!), we raised money for Young Minds, helping the charity continue their amazing work supporting children and young people across the country.

A big thank you to everyone who took part, baked, bought cakes, and wore yellow with pride — together, we’re helping to make a difference! 💛

Online Safety

This afternoon we have been looking at online safety and what cyberbullying is. During discussions the children have expressed in both year 4 classes that they are on a range of websites that are not age appropriate such as; fortnite, tic tok, facebook, instagram, call of duty etc.

Please can you speak to child/children about what websites they are using and why they have age ratings to reiterate what we have spoken about today.

Any questions please speak to your class teacher.

Many thanks

Miss Gee & Mr Giles

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