World Book Day
As part of our drive to maintain, promote and engage pupil interest in reading, the school has enjoyed WORLD BOOK DAY. Although, this day might be a little different to previous years as we adapt to home learning. On this special day, the children participated in lots of exciting activities, including an interactive lesson with famous authors and illustrators and many different reading activities, and had lots of fun! You can see more of the day’s activities in the film below.
“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.”
“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”
“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”
“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
“Both children have attended this school. Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”
“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”
“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”
“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.”
“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”
“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”
“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”
“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”
“My child loves this school.”
“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”
“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”
“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”
“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
“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 school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”
“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 daughter is very happy at school and is doing well. I am pleased with her progress.”
“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”
“My child has settled well into Year 3. She enjoys Maths especially.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“Would recommend this school 100%. My child is very happy.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”
“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things. I love all the language you can use.”
“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”
“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”
“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.”
“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”