News and updates

We have been learning all about advent this week. We used paper plates to make our own advent wreaths with candles. We also learnt that each candle meant something different…peace, hope, love and joy. We are very excited for the countdown to Christmas! As part of anti- bullying week we used the story of Our House by Micheal Rosen to spark discussions on kindness and inclusion. We made our own...
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We ushered in the new week with fantastic news from weekend activities. The Devizes Eisteddfod was a triumph for Springmead with wins, cups and certificates.  Next week we will draw your attention to further performance competitions with our plan for the Mid Somerset Festival where we compete against Bath schools. These opportunities are fantastic for children and appeal to many pupils with the breadth of classes they offer. Children in...
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We had a triumphant Showcase evening last Friday at the Athenaeum Theatre, which showcased a host of performing arts through the school and included so many children.  At times it was moving to see such young children sharing their dedicated practice and passion in both individual and group performances.  I laughed at humorous poetry and marvelled at the poise and confidence of singers, gymnasts and dancers.  I hope that you...
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We are delighted to share with you the news that over the half term holiday, Ilka Brown, our artist in residence and headteacher, Sally Cox attended the Independent Schools Association (ISA) South West Regional Art Competition in Cornwall where Springmead pupils’ art entries were placed 1st in three categories, a remarkable achievement.  With nearly 45 schools in the South West region our talented artists shone.  These pieces will now be...
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As TS Elliot said, ‘Genuine poetry can communicate before it is understood.’ This rings true, from the talent illustrated at our Poetry recital last Friday. The forms, themes, meaning, humour, rhythms and rhymes explored by the children in such detail, were moving at times. They were a pleasure to listen to. Over the last few weeks, nearly every child in the main school has learnt and recited a poem in...
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