Last Wednesday, we visited the Woodstock Roman Catholic Church to explore the role of The Blessed Virgin Mary. 

Children visited Blenheim for a monarchy workshop and took part in three activities. Firstly, the Duke's butler gave us an interesting talk about his role at the palace. Children were able to ask questions, and it was fascinating to hear his stories. Next we followed a trail through the palace,

Our topic this term is 'Earth Matter', which focusses on the importance of the three Rs. We visited the Visitor Centre at Ardley Energy Recovery Centre. We learnt about the different materials, waste hierarchy and energy recovery.

The Year 6 children enjoyed a trip to Rewley Road Fire Station in Oxford where they learnt how to react and respond to emergency situations.

Children in Year 3&4 walked to Blenheim Palace for a fun-filled day. They spent time with the gardener in the walled garden and planted seeds, spent time in the Butterfly House seeing different stages of the butterfly life cycle and burnt off energy in the amazing Adventure Playground. 

We experienced what it might be like to visit an airport and fly on a plane. We each had our own passport, boarding pass and had to make it through bag check-in and passport security. We visited many countries and took part in lots of activities such as smoothie making, artwork based aroun

We visited the wildlife park to explore a variety of different animals which linked to our Science topic. We discussed the five different animal groups; reptiles, amphibians, mammals, birds and fish and talked about whether the animals are herbivores, omnivores or carnivores. We had a

The Year 6 children enjoyed a fun-filled day learning about sustainability and ecological issues at Blenheim Palace. They watched a production by the WhatNot Theatre group, which shared key information on plastic pollution and the world's oceans, as well as delivering lots of fun and silliness a

This week, all children will be celebrating European Day of Languages. Classes will learn about languages and cultures around the world, and we will celebrate the diversity of languages spoken by children in our school. The work produced is inspired by two books: 'Welcome

Children in Year 5 & Year 6 have been busy creating mini-books, posters and fact files to show their teachers what they already know about the human body. This will inform our science planning for the rest of term. Their work is being shared this week with children in Key Sta

Our Earth Matters launch day has proved extremely fun and successful. The children have been really busy researching, making and creating. We have made Rubbish Robots, outfits from recycled materials and campaigned to save our planet through some very persuasive posters. The children

Children and adults came to school dressed in red, white and blue clothing to launch our new topic of Rule Britannia. The main focus was our PSHE work on the five British Values of Mutual Respect, Tolerance, Democracy, Individual Liberty and The Rule of Law. We also completed some DT work by baking

It has been an emotional day as our brilliant Year 6s said goodbye to Woodstock CE Primary School. After our leavers' assembly full of amazing talent on Thursday, the children brought in shirts to sign today as well as receiving an autograph book and a leavers' booklet. We are immensel

Sports and Health Week 2023 is in full flow with lots of coaches bringing their skills and experience to Woodstock CE Primary School to inspire children across the school. From football to rugby, cricket to military fitness and martial arts thrown in, the children are getting the opportunity to p

Musicians from across the school performed in a concert in the hall this afternoon (Tuesday). Musical performances came from a group of flautists, saxophonists and guitarists with some solo performances on the guitar, piano and saxophone too. The school's choir and orchestra also gave rous

The children have been busy researching different types of photo frames, designing a freestanding structure and making a prototype. Using the prototypes as a guide, we then made our structure thinking carefully about our joins. The children enjoyed measuring, sawing and glueing their final product.

To celebrate the end of our Europe Explored topic we enjoyed a morning of eating a traditional French breakfast and sharing facts from our focus European country. The children enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate their learning. 

Due to the inclement weather, church came to Woodstock this morning as the leavers' church assembly was diverted into the school hall. Our Year 6 leavers, as well as some other departing students, were given a special blessing from Reverend Jeremy. As part of the service, the children join

Our Year 6 pupils produced a fantastic - and emotional - run of performances of their end of year play, 'Prexit'' this week. The Year 6 cast performed with enthusiasm and gusto over two evening performances and a whole school dress rehearsal few dry eyes left in the school hall a

Year 2 pupils travelled to Hill End to explore the outdoors, take part in exciting activities and for most, stay away from home for the first time. The children went pond dipping, rock climbing, built dens, created their own fires, made s'mores and so much more. It was a fantastic experience and

Children in KS1 visited the Oxfordshire Museum to explore life as a Victorian. The children played with Victorian toys, made peg dolls and talked about the history of Woodstock.  

Children carried out geographical fieldwork at Woodstock Water Meadows. We made a comparison between the River Glyme and the River Amazon. We noted the wildlife and measured the speed of the current along different sections of the river.

The Year 6 pupils have now completed their final activities and are all packed up to set off back to Woodstock.  Last night, on the final evening, the children took part in a  special talent show, with all sorts of different acts - including songs, drama, dance, magic and a ve

It was another busy day of activities on the penultimate day at Frontier Centre - whilst the children also celebrated a special birthday. After a messy evening at the mud baths for some - and a drier time at the adventure playground for others - the children faced a rude awakening with an early f

Our Year 6 children have been exploring the nearby countryside on day three of their residential at the Frontier Centre. Following a play rehearsal and a morning of activities, including climbing, mountain biking and high ropes, the children came altogether for a riverside walk and play in a fabu

The activities were in full flow on the second day of the Year Six residential at Frontier Centre. On a cooler day, the children completed a range of activities from climbing the high robes and sailing down a zip wire to mountain biking round trails and kayaking on the lake. All the children s

Our Year 6 pupils have safely arrived at their residential destination at Frontier Centre in Northamptonshire. Following a seamless departure from school, the children successfully made up their beds and started their week of activities in the mid-afternoon sunshine. To kick off the week, some

Year 6 students got their chance to enjoy the immersive World War Two outing at the Oxfordshire Museum this morning. The children were encouraged to investigate old artefacts such as gas masks and ration books as well as creating their own 'rag-rugging' designs.  During the mornin

As part of our Europe Explored topic, we have been busily pizza making. Veronica, from Little Puddings has given the children a real flavour of Italy by discussing the flavour and textures of varying foods, as well as demonstrating different techniques for chopping. This was a real highlight of

Year 5 students enjoyed an immersive World War Two outing at the Oxfordshire Museum this morning. The children were encouraged to investigate old artefacts such as gas masks and ration books as well as creating their own 'rag-rugging' designs.  During the morning, the groups also

The whole school took part in a Carnival parade to cap off a wonderful Creative Arts week on Friday 26 May. Dressed in homemade headdresses and masks, the children produced a display of colour as parents and guardians watched the parade pass by. The Kestrels class created the theme music

This week the children have enjoyed a range of activities linked to the theme 'Carnival', including Samba drumming, Samba dancing and designing and creating carnival costumes ready for the carnival parade on Friday afternoon. The children had the opportunity to contribute to a whole school C

The first group of Y6 children took part in this session this morning. Children were taught emergency life skills including basic life support, how to use an automated external defibrillator, how to put someone into the recovery position and the management of choking. They also watched a film concen

Today it was the turn of Year 6 students to take a tour of Blenheim Palace, learning how it was used during World War II. During the trip, the children worked out hidden clues to crack a code as well as enjoying a tour of the Churchill exhibition. The day also included a guided tou

To embed learning about Judaism, children visited the Synagogue in Oxford to hear about Jewish lifestyles, worship and places of worship.

Year 5 students toured around the grounds of Blenheim Palace today learning how it was used during World War II. During the trip, the children worked out hidden clues to crack a code as well as enjoying a tour of the Churchill exhibition. The day also included a guided tour of the Palace'