Murton Park Visit – Year 4

On Thursday 28th and Friday 29th of November, Year Four attended a Roman experience day at Murton Park, York. While there, they took part in a variety of activities, from writing in Latin, to creating Roman oil lamps. In the afternoon, they took part in Roman weapons training, applying tactics they have learnt about in class to drive back an angry Celt in Tortoise formation. They finished off their day with a passing out parade, where they received their pay for the day in the form of a replica Roman coin. Staff at Murton Park commented on how well behaved and enthusiastic the children were during their stay; well done, Year Four!

You can see more from the visit in the film below.

“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”

Ofsted Feedback

“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”

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“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”

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“Would recommend this school 100%.  My child is very happy.”

Parent Feedback

“What I like about Burlington Junior School is learning because if you listen carefully you will get smart and you will have a good education and you will get a good job.”

Pupil Feedback

“Good transition from Year 4- 5.  My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths.  Nurtured and settled.”

Parent Feedback

“Since implementation of Class Dojo we are much more aware of the things that happen whilst at school.  Also the Dojo Points System is a great way to monitor progress.”

Parent Feedback

“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”

Pupil Feedback

“Both children have attended this school.  Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”

Parent Feedback

“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”

Parent Feedback

“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”

Ofsted Feedback

“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”

Pupil Feedback

“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things.  I love all the language you can use.”

Pupil Feedback

“My daughter is very happy at school and is doing well.  I am pleased with her progress.”

Parent Feedback

“My child loves this school.”

Parent Feedback

“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”

Ofsted Feedback

“The school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”

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“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.

Parent Feedback

“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”

Pupil Feedback

“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”

Pupil Feedback

“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”

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“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”

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“My child has settled really well here, she feels happy and her hard work is recognised.  Very pleased.”

Parent Feedback

“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”

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“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”

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“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”

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“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”

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“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”

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“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”

Parent Feedback

“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”

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“My child has settled well into Year 3.  She enjoys Maths especially.”

Parent Feedback

“Burlington Junior School is a wonderful school with great staff.  They have helped me to become really independent whilst supporting me.  I am really happy at this school.” 

Pupil Feedback

“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”

Ofsted Feedback

“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”

Ofsted Feedback

“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition.  Good to see the topics for this half-term.”

Parent Feedback

“I like Burlington Junior School because we get to go on trips.”

Pupil Feedback

“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”

Ofsted Feedback

“My most favourite thing in Burlington Juniors is that we all help each other and that if someone is upset other people go and talk and play with them.” 

Pupil Feedback

“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”

Ofsted Feedback

“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”

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“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”

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“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”

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“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”

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“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”

Pupil Feedback

“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”

Pupil Feedback

“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”

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