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Vikings, Fossils, and Fun! Year 3 & 4 Explore History at Jorvik and DIG
Vikings, Fossils, and Fun! Year 3 & 4 Explore History at Jorvik and DIG
Year 3 and 4 had an amazing day stepping back in time at the Jorvik Viking Centre and DIG! This enrichment trip perfectly complemented their History topic on Anglo-Saxons, Scots, and Vikings, bringing their learning to life. We were blown away by their fantastic retention of knowledge, not only about Viking history but also about the roles of archaeologists and even their understanding of paleontology from their previous science topic on fossils! It’s wonderful to see their learning connect across different subjects. A truly memorable and enriching experience for all!

The first BPP competition of 2025 Dodgeball Delight at Oakwell Rise!
The first BPP competition of 2025 Dodgeball Delight at Oakwell Rise!
On Thursday, January 16th, 2025, Oakwell Rise Primary School was buzzing with excitement as we hosted a fantastic LKS2 dodgeball event! Sixty enthusiastic children from Oakwell Rise, Oakhill, and The Forest Academy, all part of the Barnsley Primary Partnership (BPP), joined us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition.
The sports hall was transformed into a dodgeball arena, filled with laughter, cheers, and the thrilling thwack of dodgeballs. Children from the three participating schools formed teams and took to the court, ready to showcase their dodging and throwing skills. The emphasis of the day was firmly on participation and enjoyment, with everyone encouraged to get involved and have a good time.
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