Through Our Contribution, we consider what we can do to

give back to our community through volunteering our time and efforts.

Reception

Reception’s Thrive day focus this half term was ‘Our Contribution’. During their Thrive day, Reception made tasty winter cookies. Reception gave their winter cookies to our hard-working office staff as a thank you for all that they do.

Year 1

As part of their work on 'Our Contribution', children in Year 1 brought pre-loved toys that they were happy to donate to those less fortunate. They were collected under the Christmas tree ready to be donated.

Year 2

Year 2 learned that many children at this time of year are less fortunate than themselves.  They discussed ways to help other local children to ensure they have enough food and decided that Food Banks are an excellent way to keep the hungry fed. To raise awareness of foodbanks in our area, the children designed posters to encourage people to donate little and often to be displayed around school.

Year 3

This half term, Year 3 spent a wholesome morning at Hadrian House care home. They made Christmas cards prior to our visit to hand deliver to the residents. We also sang Christmas songs to the residents, in the lounge to spread some Christmas cheer.  There were lots of smiling faces!

Year 4

Year 4 have been learning about Thanksgiving and the history behind the celebration. They enjoyed decorating their own turkeys with all the things they are thankful for, showing wonderful reflection and creativity. Year 4 also collected warm clothing to contribute to the local shelters. 

Year 5

Year 5 have been learning about deaf and hearing loss awareness after reading ‘Can you feel the noise?’ as their class text. They were amazed to find out that hearing loss impacts more people than they realised. They created leaflets outlining the key facts and tips and, after singing a song using sign language in their jingle assembly, asked for small donations to raise money for Deaflink North East, a UK charity for deaf awareness. They raised £20.90 in total!

Year 6

This half term, Year 6 children focused on the theme of ‘Our Contribution’. As part of their Thrive activity, the children designed lovely cards for children who are spending Christmas in the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle. The children hope that their kind messages will spread joy to the children who are spending time in hospital during these winter months. A lovely way of supporting those in our community Year 6!