Year 5 Number Day - Exploring Islamic Geometric Designs
Last Friday, Year 5 celebrated NSPCC Number Day by exploring the stunning intersection of mathematics and art. The children discovered that maths can be incredibly beautiful as they studied the intricate geometric designs found in Islamic architecture. Using their precision and plotting skills, the pupils worked with great care and perseverance to recreate these complex, symmetrical patterns. It was wonderful to see such focus in the classroom, resulting in some truly striking pieces of work that prove maths is so much more than just calculations on a page! Can you spot any geometric shapes or repeating patterns in the architecture around our local town?
Year 3 - Number Day
Our classroom was buzzing with mathematical energy today as we celebrated NSPCC Number Day! We swapped our traditional textbooks for hands-on challenges, all while supporting a fantastic cause. We explored how maths lives everywhere—from the games we play to the art we create.
NSPCC Number Day - Our Nifty Number Outfits!
Count Us In for NSPCC Number Day! Our school was looking a little different today as we swapped our usual uniforms for a sea of digits and mathematical patterns! From our youngest learners in Preschool to our eldest in Year 6, everyone joined in the fun to celebrate the NSPCC’s Number Day. It was wonderful to see the creativity on display, with both children and staff wearing their favourite numbers to help raise vital funds for the NSPCC’s "Speak Out, Stay Safe" programme. Whether it was a football jersey, a hand-decorated t-shirt, or even a giant birthday number 7, the whole school community came together to prove that there really is safety in numbers. A huge thank you to all our families for your brilliant efforts with the outfits and for your kind donations. It’s a fantastic day of problem-solving and numbers, all for a very important cause.
Children in Need - A Visit from Pudsey!
???? A Very Special Visitor at Darwen St James’! We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Because of the incredible generosity and hard work of our pupils, parents, and staff, we received a very special surprise visit from Pudsey Bear himself! Pudsey dropped by to say a massive "thank you" for the money we raised for Children in Need. It was wonderful to see so many smiles across the school as we celebrated our fundraising success together. ???? Why it Matters The money raised goes directly toward supporting children and young people across the UK, ensuring they have the support they need to thrive. At Darwen St James’, we believe in "Nurturing Ambition," and helping others is a big part of that mission. ❤️ A Huge Thank You We are so proud of our school community. Whether you donated, took part in a challenge, or wore your spots with pride, you helped make a difference. Check out the photos from Pudsey’s visit below! ???????? #ChildrenInNeed #PudseyBear #DarwenStJames #NurturingAmbition #FundraisingSuccess #CommunitySpirit
Reception PE: Sports Champions
At school today we had a visit from an Olympic kayaker. We all found out about how she trains and were inspired by her story. Then the children all engaged in some exercise circuits and talked about the need to warm up properly.
Year 1 - Sport for Champions
Year 1 enjoyed their visit from the Sports For Champions representative. This is Year 1 enjoying an energetic work out.
Year 4 Sports Coach
We have been blessed this week by a visit from Rebekah Green... A Sports for Champions ambassador and a member of Team GB for the freestyle kayaker who has represented our country on several occasions. We heard of how she made her dreams a reality and her successes along the way. A truly inspiring story and we wish her all the success in the world in her upcoming world championship event in a few weeks time. Thank you Miss Green.
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Children in Need 'The Great Spotacular'
Friday 18th November we held our fundraiser 'The Great Spotacular' for Children in Need. This year to fit the theme we asked the children to wear spots or bright colours for our non uniform day. Our class competition was to guess 'How Many Spots there were on Pudsey.' Nursery's competition was to design a new eye patch for Pudsey Bear. Well done to the winners in each class. Thank you for all your support we have raised £145.55
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Wear Yellow Day!
On Friday 14th October we held a #HELLOYELLOW day in aid of the 'Young Minds' Charity. We wore yellow on a non uniform day and held a cake sale after the Celebration Assembly for parents. Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraising. We raised a wonderful £163.69
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