Well Being Wednesday
This week has been ‘Children’s Mental Health Week’ (1st – 7th February). This was first launched by Place2Be and has been developed in conjunction with Oak Academy. The theme this year has been ‘Express Yourself.’ In the current circumstances, this could not be more important!
In school, pupils have enjoyed a range of tasks, from nature walks on the field to playing boards games, from making pizza to designing new buildings and objects with Lego! Many classes also enjoyed meeting in a socially distanced way through Google Meet! It was clear throughout the school that all pupils enjoyed this change to routine and it was nice to see some activities sent in through Class Dojo.
You can view some of the day’s activities in the film below.
“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”
“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”
“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.”
“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”
“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”
“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”
“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”
“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”
“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”
“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”
“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
“My child has settled well into Year 3. She enjoys Maths especially.”
“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”
“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things. I love all the language you can use.”
“Would recommend this school 100%. My child is very happy.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”
“The school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”
“My daughter is very happy at school and is doing well. I am pleased with her progress.”
“My child has settled really well here, she feels happy and her hard work is recognised. Very pleased.”
“I like Burlington Junior School because we get to go on trips.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“My child loves this school.”
“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.”
“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”
“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.”
“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”
“Both children have attended this school. Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.
“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”
“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.”
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”
“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”
“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”
“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
“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.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“Would recommend this school 100%. My child is very happy.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”
“My child has settled really well here, she feels happy and her hard work is recognised. Very pleased.”
“Both children have attended this school. Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”
“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”
“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”
“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things. I love all the language you can use.”
“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.”
“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”
“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”
“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”
“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.”
“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”
“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”
“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”
“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”
“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
“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.”
“My child loves this school.”
“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”
“I like Burlington Junior School because we get to go on trips.”
“My daughter is very happy at school and is doing well. I am pleased with her progress.”
“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”
“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”
“My child has settled well into Year 3. She enjoys Maths especially.”
“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.
“The school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”