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Our Year 1 children enjoyed meeting Rosalind this morning and learning about road safety. They listened carefully about how to stay safe on the road. They were reminded how they need to stop, look and listen and recognise safe places to cross.

This month, Goldthorn Park is proudly taking part in Walk to School Month! We’re encouraging all children to stay active by walking to school whenever possible. To support this initiative, Year 2 have taken part in a road safety session with our school crossing patrol, helping them learn how to stay safe while walking near and crossing roads.

Reception children had a special visit from a road safety officer! They learned important tips on how to cross the road safely and practiced them with lots of enthusiasm. To make learning even more fun, the officer also taught the children a catchy road safety song, helping them remember the key rules while singing along. It was a fantastic, interactive session that combined learning with fun, helping our children stay safe on their way to and from school.

🌍 Earth Day – Wednesday 22nd April 2026 🌍 Earth Day is a special day that reminds us all to care for our planet and our school environment. Our School Council did a fantastic job of presenting an assembly to help children understand how small actions can make a big difference. The children shared lots of simple ideas that we can all try at school and at home, including: ♻️ Recycle and reduce waste – use the correct bins and try not to waste food 💡 Save energy – turn off li

Our Year 4 pupils had an exciting and informative visit from the SPARKS team, where they learned all about fire safety and how to stay safe in everyday situations. During the session, the children discovered just how quickly a fire can spread and discussed common hazards that can be found in the home. They also learned the importance of having working smoke alarms and how these can save lives. The team didn’t just focus on fire safety—they also shared valuable advice about wa

Our Year 4 children had an important visit from our Police Community Support Officer (PCSO), who spoke to them about bullying and how to stay safe. During the session, pupils explored the effects of bullying on both the person being bullied and the person displaying the bullying behaviour. They discussed how bullying can impact feelings, confidence, and wellbeing, and why it is so important to treat others with kindness and respect. The children also learned about cyberbullyi

The Year 5 girls had an inspiring day at Wolverhampton Girls’ School, where they immersed themselves in a range of hands‑on STEM workshops. The girls took part in a variety of workshops including computer science, experimenting with programming and exploring how technology shapes the world around them. They also, took part in a Design & Technology workshop, they took on the challenge of building a sturdy structure using only spaghetti and elastic bands, testing their engineer

As part of our topic, You’re Not Invited , Year 4 brought history to life through an exciting workshop led by Humph’s Histories. The children learned several Latin phrases and discovered where key Roman events fit within British history. They examined a variety of weapons, armour and other historical sources to deepen their understanding of the past. They also designed and made their own Roman shields and recreated battle formations, gaining a fascinating insight into what li

What an incredible performance Years 3 and 4 put on in their spring production of Dragon Days ! The children have worked so hard over the past weeks, and it truly showed on stage—their singing, acting, and confidence were fantastic, and the whole show wouldn’t have been out of place on a West End stage. They were absolutely amazing, and we are so proud of each and every one of them for creating such a memorable performance.

We had a fabulous time taking part in our ‘pop up role play visit’. We explored in the dinosaur area, posted parcels at the post office, practiced different hair styles on dolls, became vets for the day, put out fires at the fire station and looked after each other at the doctors. It was such a lovely experience for the children, and we really hope that they enjoyed it.

Year 4 were so excited to receive their letters from their Italian pen pals. It was wonderful to see the care and attention with which they opened and read their letter, truly appreciating the time and effort that had gone into them. The drawings and stickers were a particular highlight, bringing big smiles all around. The children are already eagerly looking forward to writing their replies!

Children in Years 5 and 6 took part in an inspiring, hands‑on STEM workshop led by aerospace experts from Safran. Throughout the day, children stepped into the role of real engineers, applying their knowledge of forces, design, problem‑solving and teamwork across a series of exciting challenges. One of the activities during the workshop was the marshmallow‑and‑spaghetti tower task, where pupils had to think carefully about structure, stability and height as they experimented

The Reflexions Team recently visited our Year 5 pupils to deliver an engaging and thoughtful workshop focused on friendships and mental health. Throughout the session, children explored the importance of setting healthy boundaries, learned practical techniques to support their wellbeing, and discussed the qualities that make a good friend. It was a valuable opportunity for pupils to reflect on their relationships and develop skills that will support them both in and out of th

Friday 20th March 2026 Headteacher’s Message – Careers Week Celebrations Dear Parents and Carers, This week, our Year 5 and Year 6 pupils have enjoyed a wonderful range of experiences as part of Careers Week here at Goldthorn Park Primary. It has been inspiring to see our children so engaged, curious, and enthusiastic as they explored the many possibilities their futures can hold. On Tuesday , pupils took part in a fantastic careers carousel where a wide variety of represent

As part of our Eid assembly, both KS1 and KS2 learned about how this festival is celebrated within Muslim families locally, nationally, and globally. Pupils listened respectfully, asked thoughtful questions, and reflected on the significance of Eid, including themes of new beginnings, forgiveness, and personal growth.

After their visit to the Black Counrty Living Museum the children had a follow-up session with a member of staff from museum. During this visit, they continued their learning about foreground, midground and background. The children used these skills to create their own piece of artwork, designing a scene inspired by the Black Country. They carefully thought about how to layer their ideas to create depth and make their artwork look more detailed and realistic. It was a fantast

During Year 2's visit to the Black Country Living Museum, we focused on Art and Design. The children learned how artists use the foreground, midground and background to make their pictures look interesting and full of depth. We explored the museum setting and talked about what we could see in the front, middle and back of the scene. The children then thought carefully about where to place different parts in their own artwork to help their pictures stand out and look realistic

Reception have been very excited to welcome the ducklings into their classroom. The children have loved watching them and learning about how to care for them. They have handled the ducklings very gently and shown great care and responsibility while holding them. It has been a wonderful experience for the children, helping them learn about animals and how important it is to treat them with kindness and respect.

Year one walked to our local library to promote our love for reading. We met the librarian and she gave us a tour of the library and shared some stories with us. We joined in with the actions and made a mask based on the 'Super Wolf' story. We can't wait to use our new library memberships to borrow books with our families! Well done year one, we were really impressed with your manners - you represented Goldthorn Park beautifully.

children recently took part in an exciting and informative workshop delivered by CO Crew, where they learned all about the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO). The session was designed to educate the children in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate way. Through interactive activities and discussions, the pupils discovered what carbon monoxide is, why it can be dangerous, and why it is often called the “invisible” or “silent” gas. A big thank you to CO Crew for delivering such an