Blog by Tag: Catholic Life of the School

We were delighted to welcome Blood Bikes Cumbria to school this week, where they spent time with our Year 2 children sharing the incredible work they do in the community. Alan and Louise explained how they volunteer their time to transport essential medical supplies, such as blood, samples, and…

On a bright, sunny afternoon, our Year 6 children had the incredible opportunity to take part in a truly inspiring event—running alongside Gary McKee as part of his remarkable “Marathon Run 100” challenge, raising money for Hospice at Home.

The atmosphere was filled with excitement and…

What a glorious afternoon Year 2 had running in the sunshine with local marathon runner and fundraiser, Gary McKee! They showed great determination, stamina and confidence to run in front of the whole school to support the Reception class and their class charity ‘Hospice at Home’ of whom Gary…

Year 2 have been learning all about their class saint, St David. They found out all about his life and how people in Wales prepare for and celebrate St David’s Day on the 1st March each year. They thoroughly enjoyed using their knowledge to make a fact file to tell others about St David’s…

Nursery enjoyed coming to school wearing blue or their own clothes to celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week. 
 

Year 6 celebrated the feast day of St Bridget, our school’s saint, by reflecting on her life and her dedication to serving God and caring for all of creation. The children learned about St Bridget’s kindness, generosity and respect for the natural world, which continue to inspire us today.…

Year 3 prepared some beautiful St. Bridget’s day prayer cards to distribute to the community. After celebrating Mass for St. Bridget’s Day, Year 3 walked up the street to the doctors surgery, Marion’s and Cohen’s Chemist, leaving a thoughtful message in each card.

To celebrate St Bridget’s Day, the children took part in a craft activity with a special meaning. Inspired by the life of St Bridget, the children made bookmarks as a gift for a school in our neighbouring town.

St Bridget travelled all around Ireland spreading The Good News, sharing kindness,…

Year 1 performed ‘The Nativity’ beautifully. Amazing performances all round with fantastic narration, clear speaking parts and sensational singing. The Christmas story was well told and the audience were blown away with their dance moves. Congratulations to Year 1. 

Year 2 performed their Christmas play ‘Is There A Baby In There?’ today. The children sang beautifully and delivered their lines clearly with the narrators telling the story confidently. What a talented group of children they are! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the performance. A truly wonderful…

Year 1 had a great day celebrating St. Andrew as it will be his feast day on Sunday 30th November. St. Andrew is Year One’s Saint. They found out about his life and why he was special. Year 1 created Scottish flags, made their own shortbread biscuits and even enjoyed some ceilidh dancing. 
 

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Year 2 went to Egremont War Memprial today, to pay their respects to those who have fought for their country, especially those who served in the two World Wars. Sandra Edwards led the remembrance with some readings and Melvin Askew played the Last Post. Everyone observed a two minutes silence with…