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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

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

Goldthorn Park hosted our first ever Career’s Fair for our Year 5 and 6 children. We had guests who represented different jobs and careers in school, to help our children understand how school skills connect to real life and to build curiosity and confidence about their future. We had members of the police and fire service, a make up artist, caterers, a salesperson, an NHS worker, a RSPCA officer, and a worker from the charity sector.   Our children asked really insightful qu

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

Our local Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) visited Year 4 and Year 5 children to help them understand the importance of good behaviour and the consequences of anti-social actions. The engaging session aimed to educate children on the concept of criminal responsibility and how their actions can impact their community.

Some of our Year 5 children took part in a Dance Leadership Workshop at Our Lady and St Chads, designed to develop their confidence, teamwork, and communication skills through movement. During the workshop, children learned how to lead dance activities, create routines, and support their peers in trying new moves. It was a fun, active way for them to build leadership skills while enjoying creative expression and working together.

Year 5 had the opportunity to play Table Cricket with Staffordshire Cricket. Table Cricket is an adapted, miniature version of cricket played on a table tennis table allowing children to experience the sport with modified equipment like ramps for bowling and scoring zones, promoting teamwork and skill development . It's a fun, inclusive game, accessible for both seated and standing players.

Today, Year 5 were delighted to welcome a Roman historian- Professor McGinty’s. The children learnt about Roman clothing, culture, architecture, daily life, and even unusual foods. During the visit the children handled real artefacts from Roman times, which really brought history to life.

Our football team played their first competitive match of the 2025–2026 season, against Parkfield Primary. We showed real grit and determination to equalise before a last-minute goal from the opposition ended the game 2–1. We are so proud of their effort and teamwork!

Year 5 choir members took part in our annual singing event at St Barts Church. They sung a variety of songs - some tricky, but certainly rose to the challenge! The song by ABBA - 'Thank you for the music' really showcased their voices!  They took part in a concert for the parents in the evening too, and thoroughly enjoyed performing in a church! Well done to all children involved today.

Our school was filled with colour, music, and excitement as we celebrated Diwali – the Festival of Lights! Some of our children came dressed in beautiful traditional costumes, bringing a vibrant splash of culture to the day. The sounds of the dhol drums echoed through the school as children joined in the rhythms. Creative hands were busy making clay diva lamps, Diwali cards, and stunning rangoli patterns using bright colours and designs. It was a wonderful celebration that he

Year 5 brought all their learning from their Mission Control  topic to life with an exciting trip to the National Space Centre in Leicester. During the visit, they explored the fascinating exhibits, discovering a wealth of facts about space and science. A highlight was the impressive Rocket Tower, where they saw real-life examples of space technology up close. They also enjoyed an explosive live show all about the history of rockets — from the early firework-style rockets of

Goldthorn Park Primary School aims to be a Nut-Free school. The school aims to protect children who have allergies to nuts while also...

July 2025

Tuesday 24th June Year 5 visited Cadbury World and learned how chocolate is made, from the cocoa bean to the final treat. The children...

June 2025 Last week saw Goldthorn Park taking part in lots of events and activities to mark Refugee Week. The theme of the week was...

Friday 20th June 2025 Thank you to all of the children that entered the 500 Word Writing competition launched by Wolverhampton City...

Friday 13th June As part of our Day of Welcome children took part in a Live Author Event from their classrooms while dressed in colours...

Friday 13th June 🌈 Our school was bursting with colour today as we created a spectacular whole- school rainbow picture to celebrate our ...