Good News!

Redmile Primary School has shown that even a small village school can make a big difference, raising an impressive £614 at its recent Macmillan Coffee Morning. The event drew families, friends and local residents together for a lively morning filled with homemade cakes, performances, and plenty of good cheer. Pupils were at the heart of the occasion, entertaining guests with singing and helping to run a range of activities — including a well-loved tombola — which added to the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Staff praised the children for their enthusiasm and teamwork, and expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed. “We are incredibly proud of our pupils and grateful to everyone who came along, donated or supported in any way,” a staff member said. “To raise £614 as such a small school is a fantastic achievement and shows what a caring community we have.” All funds raised will go to Macmillan Cancer Support, helping the charity continue its vital work supporting people living with cancer and their families across the UK.

Blackfordby st margarets c of e primary school

Blackfordby St Margaret’s school has enjoyed a fantastic term filled with exciting learning and proud achievements. Year 1 and Year 2 took part in Scootability, developing confidence and important road-safety skills. Across the school, pupils have demonstrated enthusiasm and teamwork in all areas of their learning. A particular highlight was our school achieving second place in the Rise Top of the Rocks times tables tournament, an outstanding result among 25 schools. Children have continued to show creativity, resilience and curiosity in every activity, making this a joyful and successful term for everyone

Frisby C of e primary school

We are delighted to be able to share the fantastic news that Frisby’s Sky Dance team has been selected to perform their brilliant ‘Hoedown Showdown’ routine once again at the Sky Dance Schools Challenge Final on Thursday 5th March. The pupils shone on stage during the initial round, impressing the judges with their energy, teamwork and sheer enthusiasm. Every child gave their all, performing with confidence and joy. Their smiles throughout the evening said it all – they were clearly loving every moment of the experience! We are immensely proud of every child who has taken part. Reaching the final is a wonderful achievement and a testament to their hard work and commitment. We can’t wait to cheer them on again at the final. Well done Team Frisby!

St Peter and St Paul CE Academy

After months of refurbishment, we have finally opened our new SEN unit ‘The Orchard’. We had a grand opening that was attended by representatives of the local authority, staff, parents and included a special performance by our school choir.  It has been wonderful to see how quickly the children have settled into their new provision and are really enjoying the new facilities especially the sensory room. Miss Ferns, who is our specialist SEN teacher, has also been working with children across the school to teach them Makaton which we have all really enjoyed. 

Tugby c of e primary school

We are incredibly proud of Bea, Georgia and Primrose in Year 6, who represented Rutland at the Primary County Cross Country Finals on Saturday 1st March. Competing at county level, the Rutland squad were crowned gold medal winners — a fantastic achievement. Their success reflects real dedication, resilience and teamwork. Running success continues with Year 5 pupil Heather, who is completing multiple Parkrun events while raising money for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People. Her determination and compassion are inspiring. Well done to all our runners — wonderful ambassadors for Tugby and true role models for our school community.

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Snarestone primary school

Fundraising for Air Ambulance!  Snarestone Primary School proudly held a fundraising week for the Air Ambulance, filled with exciting activities. Pupils enjoyed a green-or-yellow day, an inspiring assembly about the Air Ambulance, and a special visit from Blade the mascot. On World Book Day, our used book sale was a big hit, along with an adoptateddy stall and plenty of Air Ambulance goodies. The team also ran a stall at our annual crosscountry race. It was a wonderful week of community spirit, and we hope to have raised a significant amount for this amazing cause.

Three trees Juniors

Three Trees Junior School has enjoyed a joyful and successful term filled with creativity, courage and perseverance. Year 4 have made fantastic progress in swimming thanks to our onsite pool, and their MTC work has been boosted by an energetic TT Rockstars Day. Year 6 showed courage and teamwork during their Whitemoor Lakes residential, embracing climbing, abseiling and outdoor challenges. As part of our Rise Charter, Year 5 are preparing respectful and well researched debates on whether zoos should close for animal wellbeing. 

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Ashby Rotary Young Artist of the year 2026 We are incredibly proud of Felix in year 5, who won Overall Young Artist of the Year out of more than 200 entries with his piece titled “Because I’m Happy!” Blackbirds Class Pen Pals Our Blackbirds Class has loved writing to St Lukes in Thurnby and hearing all about their school. They’ve also enjoyed sharing stories about our own school and all the wonderful things we do. Robins & Blackbirds trip to Tamworth Castle Our Robins and Blackbirds class enjoyed a fantastic outing to Tamworth Castle. They explored the grounds, learned about the Great Fire of London, and even had the chance to meet Ruby the Dragon! Art Club We have recently launched an after-school Art Club, which has been incredibly popular. It has been a joy to see the skills the students are developing and the beautiful pieces of art they are creating.

albert village community primary school

Albert Village Primary School Launches ‘Kindness Ambassadors’ Initiative to Celebrate Positive Behaviour   Albert Village Primary School is proud to announce the launch of its new Kindness Ambassadors initiative, a pupil-led programme designed to recognise, encourage and celebrate acts of kindness across the school community. Rooted firmly in the school’s core values of Kindness, Integrity and Excellence, the initiative currently has pupils from Year 2 through to Year 5 taking on leadership roles that promote positive behaviour and inclusion. The idea was developed following discussions between pupils and Mrs Machin, Year 3 teacher, as a way to further embed kindness into daily school life while giving children a sense of responsibility and pride.    How the Kindness Ambassadors Programme Works  Kindness Ambassadors are responsible for creating their own Kindness Tokens, which they award when they notice a peer demonstrating an exceptional act of kindness. Each token is personalised with the pupil’s name and placed into a large, shiny Kindness Box. At the end of every half term, one token is drawn during assembly, and the selected pupil receives a prize, giving the whole school an opportunity to celebrate together.  Aims of the Initiative  The Kindness Ambassadors programme has several key aims: 

• Promote a culture of kindness by encouraging pupils to notice, value and celebrate thoughtful actions.
• Empower student leadership by giving Ambassadors meaningful daily responsibilities that build confidence and accountability. 
• Recognise positive behaviour through a consistent and visible reward system using Kindness Tokens. 
• Build a strong sense of community by celebrating kindness collectively during assemblies. 
• Encourage peer role modelling, with Ambassadors championing the school’s behaviour expectations. 

Cheryl Lott, Headteacher of Albert Village Primary School, added:  “Kindness is at the heart of everything we do at Albert Village Primary School. The Kindness Ambassadors initiative gives our pupils a powerful voice in shaping a positive, inclusive environment, while recognising that small acts of kindness can make a big difference. We are incredibly proud of our ambassadors and the example they set every day.”   Choosing the Ambassadors  The programme was introduced to pupils during a whole-school assembly, after which children were invited to apply in writing to the Headteacher. This ensured that pupils who took on the role were genuinely motivated to promote kindness and inclusion.  Staff Support and School Ethos  Staff at Albert Village Primary School actively support the initiative by modelling kindness in their daily interactions with pupils, parents and colleagues. The school recognises that kindness is especially important for children who may be struggling, even when it is not shown in conventional ways.  A Year 5 pupil and Kindness Ambassador shared their motivation for applying:  “The reason I wanted to be a kindness ambassador is because I wanted to encourage more people to be kind to others and show the school values and rules. We should not be cruel when people are different or have different interests. We should encourage pupils to be kind despite their likes or dislikes.”  A Lasting Impact  By combining pupil leadership, creativity and recognition, the Kindness Ambassadors initiative strengthens Albert Village Primary School’s commitment to nurturing confident, compassionate children and a supportive whole-school community.