St Pius X Catholic Primary School

The Mini Vinnies are up and running.  Our first meeting was 2 weeks ago where we chose our leadership team.  Members of the group nominated themselves and gave a presentation and then a vote was taken.  The roles are as follows: President - Raveena Vice President - Ivy Communications Officer - Hannah Secretary - Olive. Yesterday we had our second meeting.  We took time to think about the last kind thing someone had done for us and then how that made us feel.  We listened to 'Roberta's story,' and how a simple act of kindness, whilst she was in hospital helped her feel so happy and less lonely.  We learnt about the impact the SVP has on the people they help.   In our next meeting we want to identify the needs in our local community.   Hannah Communications Officer

This term we have been focusing on fundamental movement skills in our PE sessions.  We have been moving in a range of ways and using different equipment. One of our favorited PE games is the 'Animal game'. The children enjoy moving like different animals, focusing on how they can manipulate their movements to mimic the animal. e.g scurrying quickly and in a sideways fashion like a crab and then stomping slowly like an elephant.  We have practiced changing speed and direction as we are travelling. We have enjoyed moving through, underneath and around different equipment through our lessons too. The children loved our hoop tunnels in which they had to race through the hoops against the other teams.  This term the children have developed their listening and attention skills in environments other than the classroom and they have made some wonderful progress! These lessons provide the perfect opportunity for our pupils to develop their reciprocity through helping each other a...

Well it was that time of year again!!  Last Friday we held our traditional  Santa Stroll.  As always, much fun was had.  We were delighted to welcome so many parents/grandparents/carers along to support the children and the school.  Festive costumes were worn and festive music was played.  We sang, danced and walked many laps around the playground.  Ralph - Year 6 - I enjoyed the Santa Stroll because I like dancing and playing with my friends.   Grace - Year 6 - Head Girl -  It was absolutely amazing.  I loved the music and all my friends and I danced.  This was the best and our last Santa Stroll.  Ella - Year 5 - The Santa Stroll is the best place to talk to friends and enjoy music, so if you love Christmas this is just for you!

Children in Reception and KS1 were invited to design the cover for the Nativity programme for this year's performance 'A King Is Born.' There were some lovely entries, all of which have been displayed around the school! It was very difficult to choose a winner so there are 4 designs on the front cover! Well done and congratulations to: Theodor, My-An, Reuben and Ajooni!

  On Tuesday, Year 6 participated in a special Reconciliation Service, a meaningful part of their spiritual journey. The service included scripture readings and prayers, encouraging reflection and seeking forgiveness.  

For the season of Advent, in KS1, the children are given the opportunity to take home our travelling crib. This is an opportunity to set up the Nativity scene at home, light a candle and spend some time as a family reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas.  We also encourage the children to draw or write about what Christmas means to them and to say a prayer with their families.  The first entries we have had in Reception this week have been wonderful and the children are excited for their turn to take home the crib scene!  'I loved having the crib, My mummy read the story with me.' - Urane We welcome any opportunity to link our in school worship and learning with you at home and think this is a lovely connection between home and school during this advent period. 

  This week, Year 4 have started their Advent journey. In the last week of November, the class drew pictures depicting the Nativity which we've turned into our very own class advent Calendar. We also have started adding figures to our Crib. We've incorporated both of these into our pupil-led worship and have enjoyed uncovering the class's wonderful pictures.

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 In Year 2 we have been learning about the Annunciation , when Angel Gabriel was sent to give Mary the important message from God - she was to have the Son of God! After hot-seating Mary to think about about how she might feel after receiving this news, we studied some examples of paintings of the Annunciation. Then we had a turn at creating our own art work! We used sponges to dab paint, creating a beam of light. We used foil to create a halo and then decorated the Angel and Mary.

Today, we reflected on the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). This lesson served as a spiritual and practical preparation for the Year 6 Reconciliation Mass tomorrow. Prayer - Act of Sorrow  Oh my God, I thank You for loving me, I am sorry for all my sins;  for not loving others and not loving You.  Help me to live like Jesus and not sin again. Amen Steps of Reconciliation: Examination of Conscience  Confession  Contrition Penance Absolution To deepen students’ understanding of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. To explore the themes of forgiveness and mercy in the Parable of the Prodigal Son. To prepare students for active and meaningful participation in the Reconciliation Mass.