Alderman Cogan’s Year 5 classes were involved in a trip of a lifetime when they attended a trip to Humberside Airport last week. There were lots of activities and they discovered many different roles within working at the airport. The pupils had to choose which flights they wanted to book, exchange currency from pounds to...Read More
Alderman Cogan’s Church of England Primary Academy and Marfleet Primary Academy have brand new ‘Tiny Steps’ settings with dedicated facilities, and play materials specifically designed for two year olds. Recent government changes mean that many more families can access up to 30 hours of fully funded childcare from the age of two. At Ebor we...Read More
When Clifton Moor Pre-School faced closure it seemed natural that Lakeside Primary Academy should take over the reins as they already shared a location and community. After a full consultation the LEA agreed and permission was granted. When funding is secured, new toilet facilities will be installed and other improvements made, which will mean the...Read More
Thousands of children will start school this September with the new school readiness ‘toolkit’ in place. Nicole Weinstein from Nursery World interviews Ben Greene and other EYFS specialists asking if this could be a game-changer Being developmentally ready for school refers to children’s ability to pay attention for short periods of time, dress themselves, use...Read More
Two successful multi academy trusts (MATs) are consulting on a merger that would create a uniquely comprehensive education partnership, combining expertise across two areas of national priority in education: early years and special educational needs and disabilities. Ebor Academy Trust and Nexus Multi Academy Trust have announced they are opening consultation on proposals to merge,...Read More
The year 5/6 boys’ team came joint first in their District League, qualifying to move up to County Level and the North Yorkshire County competition in Richmond in January, which they won, becoming North Yorkshire County Champions. This enabled them to progress on to the Regional Round of this National tournament at Liverpool Academy in...Read More
Hob Moor Oaks Academy has collected more than £3,200 for a 10K sponsored run round the Knavesmire to raise the funds needed for a new outdoor learning space. On Saturday 10th May, children, families, teachers, and staff gathered for this event organised by teachers, Lucy Rounding, Gemma Scoreby, and co-headteacher Sarah Taylor. Hob Moor Oaks...Read More
We have started the process of migrating from our old provider to Arbor, who are one of the UK’s biggest providers of MIS in education. This is a long term commitment and we are confident it is a positive move that will be beneficial for both our children and staff. What is MIS? Management Information...Read More
Osbaldwick Primary Academy celebrate the opening of their forest school area thanks to donations from the Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust and a generous local benefactor, Mr Julian Pattison. Fran Eggington from The Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust, gardeners from Brunswick Organic Nursery and local benefactor, Mr Pattison, were invited to join members of the school community...Read More
Camblesforth Community Primary Academy will be providing much needed nursery care for two year olds from Easter 2025. Families in and around Camblesforth, Selby, will be able to gain early access to the provision that the government is rolling out across the country in September. This will mean that eligible children can join the school...Read More