Newsletters

Dear Parents and Carers,

I hope you are managing the challenges of the heat and looking forward to another warm weekend! Our Y6's had a wonderful time this week on Bushcraft camp at Castle Howard. I'm sure all the Y6 parents will vouch for the fact that quality residential trips are hugely beneficial. Relationships can be forged and built upon over the course of a trip that may not have naturally grown in the traditional school environment and children have the opportunity to broaden their friendship group.

Another obvious benefit of residential trips is the immediate boost in confidence. Leadership skills naturally emerge in a residential environment, and sometimes in those that we least expect it from. These types of experiences move children out of their perceived comfort zones and facilitate a new learning and social environment. For some children, this trip was their first 'proper' time staying away from home. The sense of independence and adventure generated can spark excitement and self-belief in the quietest child and helps develop their resilience and self-confidence.

The most important thing about a residential visit is that children walk away from it with memories that they will cherish and an experience that will add to their academic journey. I am very grateful to the staff who accompanied the visit as well as those who covered duties back at school. Our next residential visit is the Y5 visit to High Adventure in Keighley, and we are really looking forward to hearing all about the children's experiences!

Water Bottles

You may be aware that I spoke to the KS2 children this week about bringing expensive water bottles such as Air Up, into school. As you would imagine, it can be stressful for children if expensive items go missing or get damaged. It can also create a divide between children; those who have and those who don't have the latest items. I am unable to insist that parents buy school water bottles of course, but it would really help if you could ask your child to use one. Thank you!

Second Hand Musical Instruments

The PTA have very kindly agreed to purchase additional musical instruments for the school. If you have any instruments at home (particularly flutes or cellos) that you are willing to sell or donate, please contact the Admin Team. Thank you!

Year 6 residential trip with The Bushcraft Company

This week Year 6 children ventured to the grounds of Castle Howard for their three-day residential. It was a unique and immersive experience designed to promote outdoor learning, teamwork, and personal growth.

The trip included shelter building where they learnt essential survival skills such as constructing safe and weather-resistant shelters using para cord and tarpaulin. On the second night many children decided to test their shelters by spending the night in them.

The Bushcraft Company tribe leaders taught the children various fire-lighting techniques, emphasizing the importance of fire safety.  During the trip, children learnt how to cook meals over an open fire and gained knowledge about preparing salmon in a wilderness setting. 

The team-building challenges provided opportunities for children to work together, solve problems, and communicate effectively. They learnt the value of teamwork and gained confidence in their ability to cooperate with others.

The Year 6 residential trip with The Bushcraft Company was a resounding success. Children had the opportunity to learn and develop important skills, fostered a sense of teamwork, and gained a deeper appreciation for the natural world. 

Mr McKeown

Year Six Cricket Tournament 

On Thursday 15^th June several year 6 pupils represented our school in the Alwoodley West Yorkshire Cricket Tournament. Alfie, Audrey, Ben, Imaan, Kinza, Sammy, Shreya and Thomas, (accompanied by Mr McKeown), all played extraordinary cricket on behalf of Bramhope Primary School.

The tournament lasted from 9am to 3pm. After winning our first three matches and topping our group, we advanced to the next round. There were three of the starting 11 teams remaining, Bramhope, Tranmere and Immaculate Heart. Unfortunately, we lost by a small margin of 12 in the first match, and 40 in the second. All the same, this was an amazing experience for our year 6's, and we still made the top three and were the highest placed mixed team.

This was a highly enjoyable event for us all and some children even met a professional cricketer from New Zealand. Congratulations to Tranmere for winning, well done to the year 6s and thank you to all parents/carers who helped with transport.  

Written by Audrey Year 6 

Sports Day

We are really looking forward to welcoming parents to spectate and encourage this year's Sports days.

• Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 - Monday 3 July, 09:15 to 11:45. 

• Reception - Monday 3 July, 13:30 to 15.00 

• Years 1 and 2 - Thursday 6 July, 09:15 to 11:45. 

Please can parents arrive at the school field for 09:10 for KS1 and KS2 and 13.10 for Reception. Children will be parading in their houses before the activities are introduced.

During, Sports Day children will complete a range of activities to score points for their houses. After completing the carousel of events, we will then move across the field for the running races. 

Pupils should arrive in school wearing their house t-shirts and PE kit. All children should also have a bottle of water. Thank you for your support.

Mr McKeown - PE Lead

Total Sports Summer Camp

Total Sports will be running their summer camp from Monday 24th July - Thursday 24th August. To book a place for your child and to read more about the camp please follow this LINK

House Points

The children really look forward to me announcing our ‘weekly winners’ in assembly - especially as we now present the house trophy every Friday! Well done to everyone who has been awarded a house point this week! 

PTA NEWS

Ice Cream Fridays 

Thanks to our lovely parent volunteers, we are holding ice cream Fridays again!! We will be in both KS1 and KS2 playgrounds on the following dates:  

• 23rd June 
• 7th July  
• 21st July 

£4 ticket LINK HERE buys an ice cream for all 4 weeks. You can pay on the day if you prefer, however we do have limited change. If you have specific dietary requirements, please ensure you supervise what your child chooses - there will be dairy free options and all the ice creams are nut free. 

Those at Kingfishers will still be able to get an ice cream or lolly. Please inform Kingfishers if you DO NOT want your child to have one. For those with multiple children, you can go to either playground and buy multiple tickets online. You're welcome to buy a ticket for siblings even if they're not at school. 

Looking forward to seeing the childrens' happy faces on a Friday!

The PTA Team 

PTA Pre-loved Uniform Shop

Please could anyone who has not yet paid for their items from the recent pre-loved uniform sale do so as soon as possible via this link HERE

Donations are always welcome, please bring them to the school office. We’re especially looking for donations of branded clothing for ages 3-4 and 4-5 ahead of our sale at the new parents’ evening next term. 

Thank you for your support.

Grace, Suzanna, Vanessa and Gaby

Our next event is the Scarecrow Hunt and Summer Festival on 25^th June. Our Scarecrow Hunt theme this year is ‘famous people in history’ so get your thinking caps on!

We really need volunteers to help us organise the event and manage the festival on the day. If you would like to help, please complete this form - Click here to view or email us on pta@bramhopeprimaryschool.co.uk. 

Other dates for your diary –  

• 14^th July – Teddy bear’s picnic (new reception starters) 
• 21^st July – End of term picnic 

If you would like to volunteer for the PTA please fill in our form HERE or email us on pta@bramhopeprimaryschool.co.uk.