Welcome to the Albert Pye and Ravensmere Schools Federation

Facebook / 15 Oct

Year 1 have had a busy and exciting week! Our first visitor was Mr Bartram, who talked to us about what life was like when he was a boy. We had the opportunity to ask him lots of questions as part of our History learning. We then had a trip to St Michael's church to learn all about baptisms. We re-enacted a christening and then had time to explore the church. Finally, we had a visit from Mr Darch who spoke to us about the role of a mayor. We were able to see the special gown the mayor wears and ask some questions.

Facebook / 15 Oct

Dear Parents, Families and Members of Our Community, As we begin planning for our Christmas celebrations, we are looking for donations of prizes for our annual Christmas Raffle. The raffle is always a popular event and helps us raise valuable funds that directly benefit the children in our school. We would be extremely grateful for any donations of raffle prizes, gift vouchers, hampers, experiences, or other items that could be included in our draw. We are particularly keen to hear from local businesses who may be willing to support the school through a prize donation. In return, we will be pleased to acknowledge and thank businesses for their generosity in our raffle publicity and school communications. If you own a business, work for a company that may be able to help, or know of a local organisation that might be interested in supporting us, please get in touch with the school office. Donations can be brought into school or arrangements can be made for collection if needed. Thank you for your continued support. Our Christmas Raffle is only possible because of the kindness and generosity of our school community, and we are grateful for any contribution, large or small. Please feel free to share

Facebook / 15 Oct

📚✨ Growing a Love of Reading Together At Albert Pye, we know that reading for pleasure is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children. When children enjoy reading, they develop stronger vocabulary, greater fluency, improved comprehension and a wider understanding of the world around them. Reading introduces children to new ideas, different perspectives and exciting adventures. It helps them become confident learners, curious thinkers and effective communicators. By encouraging reading at home, you are helping your child to: 📖 Build reading fluency and confidence 💡 Increase vocabulary and knowledge 🌍 Discover new places, people and experiences 🎨 Develop imagination and creativity ⭐ Foster a lifelong love of learning ⭐ Top Tip for Parents Talk about books, not just reading them. Some of the most valuable reading moments happen after the book has been closed. Ask questions such as: 💭 What was your favourite part? 😊 Which character did you like most? 🔮 What do you think might happen next? 🤔 Why do you think a character acted that way? These conversations help children develop comprehension, vocabulary and critical thinking skills while making reading a shared and enjoyable experience. Remember, reading for pleasure isn't about rushing through a book, it's about enjoying stories, exploring ideas and developing a genuine love of reading. 📚 The more children talk about books, the more they engage with them, and the more they engage with them, the more they grow as readers. #AlbertPye #ReadingForPleasure #LoveOfReading #ReadingAtHome #FluentReaders #BookTalk #ReadingCommunity #EnjoyAspireAchieve #LifelongReaders #PrimaryEducation

Facebook / 15 Oct

Year 5 have been learning to play 'Skipper' in Music this term as part of their introduction to the keyboard. Today we were treated to a performance by one of our Year 5 children in assembly. It was wonderful to hear 'Skipper' performed to the whole school. Thank you for being brave and performing to so many people.

Facebook / 15 Oct

Reminder, please bring in any food donations for the Harvest Festival tomorrow.

Facebook / 15 Oct

This week Reception Robins and Sparrows have been very busy preparing for a party! We have written invitations to our favourite cuddly toys, baked and iced cakes and wrapped presents. We ended the week with a party for our birthday cuddlies, Tom and Timmy. We sang happy birthday, ate our cupcakes and played some games, we had so much fun!

Facebook / 14 Oct

We have places in our Nursery for Summer term start! Did you know you can split your children care across two settings? A school based Nursery is a super way to join the school community and give your child a head start. If you would a tour of the school or the Nursery - please contact the school office on 01502 713420

Facebook / 14 Oct

🌱 A Wonderful Start to Learning Begins in Our Nursery 🌱 Choosing the right Nursery for your child is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and we are proud to offer a warm, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can learn, grow and flourish. At Albert Pye Nursery, children are encouraged to explore, discover and develop a love of learning through play, curiosity and meaningful experiences. Our caring team takes the time to get to know every child as an individual, helping them to build confidence, independence and strong relationships from the very start of their educational journey. 💚 A welcoming and nurturing environment 💚 Opportunities to learn through play and exploration 💚 A focus on language, communication and early development 💚 Experienced and dedicated staff who know every child well 💚 Strong partnerships with families 💚 Support to help children become confident, independent learners We know that starting Nursery is a big milestone for children and parents alike, which is why we work closely with families to ensure every child feels happy, safe and ready to thrive. If you are looking for a Nursery where children are encouraged to be curious, confident and excited about learning, we would love to welcome you for a visit. ✨ Come and see what makes our Nursery such a special place to learn, play and grow. #AlbertPyeNursery #EarlyYears #SchoolReadiness #LearningThroughPlay #ChildhoodMatters #NurseryLife #FutureLearners #GrowingTogether #LoveToLearn

Facebook / 14 Oct

This week Nursery Owls have been reading 'A Chair for Baby Bear'. We have been following a recipe to make our own porridge. We tried our porridge and spoke about what we liked and didn't like about it. Ms Creed tried our porridge and said ''It was just right''. We were excited to welcome our adults into our learning environment for our Independent Iguana share on Tuesday, we took part in lots of challenges and activities to develop our independence. We are looking forward to our next share on Thursday 15th October at 2:30.

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Yesterday Year 4 had Bernadette come into class to deliver a short talk. Bernadette is a vetinary nurse at Three Rivers Vets and she gave us an insightful talk on 'How to look after a pet Dragon'! This really helped us with our writing in Literacy and inspired us with some great ideas. In Maths, we have been working hard on our Addition and Subtraction unit and have been using the column method to add two four digit numbers together with more than one exchange!

Facebook / 14 Oct

Sporting Success Jack in Y3 joined Beccles Town Under 7s three weeks ago & is absolutely loving it. After only his second match with his team on Sunday, he was awarded Player of The Match. The boys all worked so hard together to ensure that they won every one of their games! The support they all gave each other was incredible. The number of goals was pretty impressive too! Fantastic effort Jack.

Facebook / 14 Oct

Sporting Succes Congratulations to Flora in Y3 who last weekend completed stage 4 swimming. She's been trying so hard. Very proud of her. Thants amazing well done Flora.

Facebook / 13 Oct

💙 Safeguarding & Wellbeing Matters 💙 At Albert Pye and Ravensmere, keeping children safe, happy and healthy is at the heart of everything we do. We know that children thrive when home and school work together, and small daily actions can make a big difference to their wellbeing. This week, consider taking a few minutes each day to: ⭐ Talk with your child about their day and how they are feeling ⭐ Encourage healthy routines, including good sleep habits and regular physical activity ⭐ Spend time together away from screens where possible ⭐ Remind your child that it is okay to talk about worries and ask for help ⭐ Check in on their online activity and discuss how to stay safe online As a school, we are here to support both children and families. If you have any concerns about your child's wellbeing, friendships, behaviour, attendance, emotional health or online safety, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Sometimes a conversation can make all the difference. Together, we can ensure every child feels safe, valued, supported and ready to learn. 💙 Remember: no concern is too small. If something is worrying your child, we want to help. #Safeguarding #Wellbeing #WorkingTogether #KeepingChildrenSafe #AlbertPye #Ravensmere #HereToHelp #EveryChildMatters

Facebook / 13 Oct

Sporting Success Congratulation's to Cole in Y2 who played some great matches for Beccles Town U7’s v Kirkley and Pakefield. He worked hard, made some great tackles and scored several goals! He was awarded man of the match. Well Done Cole. I love the MOTM Trophy.

Facebook / 13 Oct

🌍✨ Exploring Religion and Worldviews at Albert Pye At Albert Pye, Religion and Worldviews helps children make sense of the diverse world around them. Through the study of different religions, beliefs and worldviews, children develop curiosity, respect and understanding of others while reflecting on their own values and experiences. Our curriculum encourages children to ask thoughtful questions, explore big ideas and engage in respectful discussion. By learning about different faiths, traditions and worldviews, pupils deepen their understanding of communities locally, nationally and globally, while developing the knowledge and skills needed to become active citizens in modern Britain. This reflects our commitment to helping children become well-rounded citizens who can build positive relationships and navigate the world with confidence and respect. Through Religion and Worldviews, our children learn to: 🌟 Be curious about the beliefs and experiences of others 🤝 Show respect for different perspectives and cultures 💭 Reflect on important questions about life, belonging and identity 🗣️ Discuss and debate ideas thoughtfully and respectfully 🌍 Develop as informed, compassionate members of society Together, these experiences help our children Enjoy, Aspire and Achieve, while preparing them to thrive in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world. #AlbertPye #EnjoyAspireAchieve #ReligionAndWorldviews #Curiosity #Respect #Belonging #PersonalDevelopment #ActiveCitizenship

Facebook / 13 Oct

Today, Year 3 planned and set up a Science experiment to investigate how much fat there is in a variety of crisps. First, we compared the different crisps' nutrition labels. Next, we planned what we were going to investigate and the method before finally, setting the experiment up. Year 3 were shocked to see that some grease was already evident on the paper! Check back next week for our findings!

Facebook / 13 Oct

Congratulation's to the Y6 Girl's who attended the transition Gymnastics Festival at Waveney Gymnastics Centre Lowestoft. The girls worked hard on their Forwards and backwards rolls as well as front flips and handstands.

Facebook / 12 Oct

Weekly Sporting Achievements Has your child done something amazing in sport outside of school? We’d love to hear all about it and celebrate it with a weekly Celebration Post! Have got their first swimming badge or completed their 25m, been Player of the Match at football, won their first Gymnastic medals or been in a dance show, climbed a mountain or completed the ride for life or park run. Mr Mckenzie would love to hear all about it Please email a photo and some information to adminatalbertpye@albertpyeandravensmere.org and then we can share their fantastic success on the schools Facebook page

Facebook / 12 Oct

🌟 ASPIRE in Action! 🌟 At Albert Pye and Ravensmere, ASPIRE is at the heart of everything we do. Every day, our children demonstrate what it means to be: ⭐ Active in their learning ⭐ Supportive of others ⭐ Persistent when faced with challenges ⭐ Independent and responsible ⭐ Risk-Taking by trying new things and embracing mistakes as opportunities to learn ⭐ Enthusiastic about learning, life and the opportunities around them Through ASPIRE, our children develop the confidence, resilience, character and learning behaviours that will help them succeed both in school and beyond. We are incredibly proud of the way our pupils live these values every day, whether they are tackling a challenging piece of learning, helping a friend, showing determination, working independently or stepping outside their comfort zone. These small daily actions make a huge difference and help create a community where everyone can thrive. ✨ Who has been showing ASPIRE this week? We'd love to hear about your childs achievements, acts of kindness and moments of perseverance that have made you proud!

Facebook / 12 Oct

Sporting Success Congraulations to William U in Y3. William played a brilliant game of football yesterday for Kirkley and Pakefield U8 Dragons against Corton and received the Player of the Match trophy for the second time this year. Well done Will

Facebook / 12 Oct

Sporting Success Congraulations to Yohan In Y6 who has completed another grading at Kung Fu and moved up a belt. and with the Sea Cadets, Yohan completed his level 1 Sailing. Wow thats amazing well done Yohan

Facebook / 11 Oct

Attendance Top Tip of the Week ⏰ Start the day right! Children who arrive at school on time and every day are more confident, settled and ready to learn. Establishing a simple morning routine, such as laying out uniform the night before and having a regular bedtime, can make a big difference. Just 10 minutes late each day adds up to almost a week of lost learning across the school year. Every day counts, every lesson matters, and strong attendance helps children build friendships, confidence and achieve their very best. Aim for 100% attendance and punctuality whenever possible. 🌟 Together, we can give every child the best opportunity to thrive.

Facebook / 11 Oct

Year 5 have had another busy week of learning. In Reading, they enjoyed the next instalment of Malamander. In Literacy, they developed their understanding of direct speech in preparation for writing their own sea beast stories.In Maths, the children started their new addition and subtraction unit, focusing on a range of mental calculation strategies. In PE, they had great fun using their problem-solving skills to complete a map challenge.In DT, the children sampled a variety of pizzas to help inspire their own healthy pizza designs. In Science, they explored the properties of materials, investigating whether objects were transparent, translucent or opaque, as well as comparing hardness, flexibility and rigidity.

Facebook / 10 Oct

It's week 3 for dinners this week and we can't wait for roast on Wednesday! Remember ALL CHILDREN IN RECEPTION, YEAR 1 and 2 are entitled to a free school meal! this is a saving of over £480 per year! Any family in receipt of Universal Credit can also claim for Free School Meals Suffolk County Council offers an online application and eligibility checker for free school meals. You can apply directly on their website and receive an immediate response and confirmation email after completing the application. https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/.../apply-for-free-school-meals If you need help completing the forms please see a member of the school office who will be happy to help.

Facebook / 10 Oct

🌟 More Than Just Lessons... Opportunities to Shine! 🌟 At Albert Pye, we believe that some of the most memorable moments of childhood happen beyond the classroom. Our wide range of clubs, activities, leadership opportunities, educational visits and enrichment experiences help children discover new interests, develop talents and build confidence. Whether they are being creative, active, learning new skills, taking on leadership responsibilities or simply trying something they've never done before, there is something for everyone to enjoy. We are incredibly proud of the opportunities available to our pupils and the enthusiasm with which they embrace them. These experiences help our children grow as individuals, develop friendships, build resilience and create lasting memories. Our enrichment offer is an important part of our commitment to developing the whole child, ensuring every pupil has the chance to explore their interests, broaden their horizons and make the most of every opportunity. Thank you to our dedicated staff, families and wider community who help make these opportunities possible. Together, we are helping our children to be confident, independent learners who are ready to thrive. 💙 #AlbertPye #Enrichment #SchoolClubs #ASPIRE #PersonalDevelopment #MakingMemories #OpportunitiesForAll #PrimarySchoolLife

Facebook / 9 Oct

What a fantastic week Year 6 have had! In Literacy, we have been writing setting descriptions inspired by The Nowhere Emporium, while in History we have been learning all about Edward VI and the people who helped him rule. We also had a fantastic time at Leman Arts Day on Tuesday, enjoying a range of creative activities. Well done, Year 6!

Facebook / 9 Oct

Our Music Champions met this week to discuss upcoming music activities. They shared their ideas and began choosing songs for next half term's assemblies.

Facebook / 9 Oct

In Year 4 this week, we have begun our new maths topic on addition and subtraction. The children have been learning how to add two 4-digit numbers and have been using place value counters to help them understand and visualise the calculations.

Facebook / 9 Oct

This week we started a new unit all about traditional tales and we focussed on the story of Cinderella. We read lots of different versions of this story and compared them. We enjoyed making story maps to sequence the story and we described each character. In DT we evaluated our healthy fruit flapjack snacks from last week and thought about what we would do differently next time. In geography we consolidated our learning about rivers by creating a booklet about the River Waveney. Our maths this week was all about addition and subtraction across a ten or a hundred.

Facebook / 9 Oct

Congratulations to Swallows on receiving the top class attendance this week with an amazing 100%.