PSHE Curriculum Posts
Swinemoor News #27
Following two busy weeks of residentials the News Team are back with the highlights of the week.
Kingswood Residential (YR5/6)
Many activities were enjoyed by the children from YR5/6 on this years residential to Kingswood. The children enjoyed participating in everything from canoeing to wall climbing to dancing at the disco!
Kids Out 2015
The children from Mrs Palmer's class visited Sewerby Hall in Bridlington on the Rotary Club Kids Out trip this year. Everyone would like to say thank you to the Beverley Rotarians for helping to make [...]
Paxwold Residential 2015 (Science Afternoon)
A fantastic science afternoon took place at this years Paxwold Residential. A travelling science company visited and held a fun, exciting and informative afternoon. The children had a wonderful time watching and participating in several [...]
Paxwold Residential 2015
Once again the Paxwold Residential was a great success. There were many activities arranged for the children while they were there. Amongst many other things they visited the seaside and went on a walk through [...]
Orange Day 2015
This afternoon we celebrated our annual Orange Day. A tradition stretching back over a century. [hr] [hr] [hr] Famous benefactor and headmaster William Spencer established the donating of oranges to children at The Spencer School [...]
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
