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Today, basking in glorious sunshine, Smith's Wood pupils proudly represented North Solihull in the prestigious School Games Rounders Championship. After a full day of high quality, closely fought, matches, Smith's Wood Pupils finished the afternoon unbeaten securing top spot in their group.
We are immensely proud of all our pupils and the herculean efforts and determination they have put into rounders this season. In recognition of their amazing attitude and exhibiting the School Games values, we are proud to announce that Smith's Wood pupils are the honoured recipients of the highly acclaimed School Games Values Award.
Well done to all our pupils!
Each week, we celebrate our ‘Pupils of the Week’ from each year group. Pupils can be recognised for this weekly award for a variety of reasons. They may have excelled in a particular subject through the week; may have shown one, or more, of the school values in abundance, or they may have impressed their teacher, or other staff members with a huge amount of effort. Whatever they are nominated for, they are recognised in the whole school achievement assembly, receive a certificate to take home and get to wear one of our prestigious black and gold t-shirts.
Well done to our ‘Pupil of the Week’ winners this week:
Mylah - RHP
Jai - RPM
Kaylonni – 1ERS
Kacie - 1SG
Tommy - 2CS
Dexter - 3JC
Louie-Jay - 4BB
Carlie – 4MH
Eli - 5ES
Tristan - 5NW
Mason - 6AM
Taylor - 6RO
Anchveer - 6ST
Our overall attendance this week was 92.7%
Last week, Year 5 experienced a challenging trip, canoeing down the River Severn, beginning in Arley and ending in Bewdley. Sophie Gilson, a Year 5 student, stated that her canoe went flying over rocks, which was very dramatic indeed. The resilient pupils of Year 5 persevered to flow past rapids, avoid any disasters and have a thrilling time. ‘I enjoyed it very much and would definitely do it again!’ Reece Mills concluded. To top off an exhilarating day, the students all enjoyed a refreshing ice-cream!
A special thank you to Alessandra from 5ES for her amazing account or the trip!
For more pictures from the trip, please see our gallery
This week, Year 2 had a truly magical visit to the seaside, where we enjoyed an exciting day of fun with sandcastle building, paddling in the sea, enjoying ice creams and even chasing away seagulls. We made memories that will last for years to come. The sandy clothes and shoes were evidence of just how much we enjoyed ourselves. As a Year 2 team we are very proud of how well all the pupils behaved, it was a pleasure to take them on this special trip. I can confidently say that Year 2 really do like to be beside the seaside!
For more pictures from the trip, please see our gallery
Recently, Smith's Wood Primary Academy undertook an external assessment visit from the Association for Character Education to make a judgement on our status as a school of Character. Pleasingly, we were awarded an increased level of Kitemark to Kitemark + which shows our progress since first receiving the accolade in 2017. Assessors reported that this award clearly recognises the high quality of learning, mutually respectful relationships and values-driven personal development programme, which are prevalent in the school’s provision. They also reported that teachers at Smith’s Wood Academy are confident and competent moral educators, as well as teachers of the curriculum. Congratulations to all pupils, staff, parents/carers and Governors at Smith's Wood Primary Academy for this unbelievable achievement.
Smith's Wood Primary Academy Drumming Teacher - Mr Wilding (Damon) will be one of the famous faces of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022. His band, Friendly Fire, have been selected by the BBC to be the main title theme for all BBC Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022. It's a Brum Ting, It's a Mr Wilding Ting, It's also a Smith's Wood Ting! Mr wilding had just returned from playing Glastonbury to carry on his teaching of pupils in school to receive the great news. I'm sure you will join us in celebrating this fantastic achievement with him. Yet, more inspiring links for our pupils here at Smith's Wood.
Click here for a link to Friendly Fire Band's official YouTube page
Congratulations to all pupils who have attended Outdoor Learning sessions during the last 12 months.
With their help and hard work we have carried out 18 activities in the RSPB's Wildlife Challenge, to earn their Gold Certificate.
Together we have provided homes for wildlife and explored nature in all of our wonderful outdoor areas; the KS1 and 2 campsites, the pond area, the sensory garden and most recently our new school allotment!
Each week, we celebrate our ‘Pupils of the Week’ from each year group. Pupils can be recognised for this weekly award for a variety of reasons. They may have excelled in a particular subject through the week; may have shown one, or more, of the school values in abundance, or they may have impressed their teacher, or other staff members with a huge amount of effort. Whatever they are nominated for, they are recognised in the whole school achievement assembly, receive a certificate to take home and get to wear one of our prestigious black and gold t-shirts.
Well done to our ‘Pupil of the Week’ winners this week:
Theo - REB
Evie - RPM
Keeley – 1ERS
Alayla - 1SG
T'zyah - 2CP
Jennifer - 2CS
Lucy - 3JC
Frankie-Lea - 3LB
Rowan - 4BB
Lilly-Anna – 4MH
Shanay - 5ES
Maycee - 5NW
Chloe - 6AM
Tai - 6RO
Our overall attendance this week was 92.4%
Each week, we celebrate our ‘Pupils of the Week’ from each year group. Pupils can be recognised for this weekly award for a variety of reasons. They may have excelled in a particular subject through the week; may have shown one, or more, of the school values in abundance, or they may have impressed their teacher, or other staff members with a huge amount of effort. Whatever they are nominated for, they are recognised in the whole school achievement assembly, receive a certificate to take home and get to wear one of our prestigious black and gold t-shirts.
Well done to our ‘Pupil of the Week’ winners this week:
Carson - RPM
Jayda – 1ERS
Alannah - 1SG
Bethany - 2CP
Zack - 2CS
Millie-Mae - 3JC
Aarya - 3LB
Olivia - 4BB
Blesing – 4MH
Ruby - 5ES
Zach - 5NW
Brooke - 6AM
Seanna - 6RO
Bobby - 6ST