Early Years Foundation Stage

This week, our Early Years pupils have been celebrating World Nursery Rhyme Week—a fantastic opportunity to support early language development and build strong foundations for reading and writing. Nursery rhymes play a vital role in developing phonological awareness, rhythm and memory skills, all essential for literacy.

Throughout the week, children enjoyed a range of creative activities and crafts linked to their favourite rhymes. Today was a highlight: Dress Up Day! Our classrooms were filled with spiders, frogs, sheep, mice, bakers, cats and many more wonderful characters.

To finish the celebrations, pupils performed a special assembly for parents and carers, showcasing the five rhymes of the week:

• 🪙 Sing a Song of Sixpence
• 🐦 Two Little Dickie Birds
• 🥚 Humpty Dumpty
• ⛈️ I Hear Thunder
• 🏴☠️ When I Was One

“I liked being Humpty Dumpty – I had a big egg hat!” – Nursery pupil
“We sang so loud for our mums and dads!” – Reception pupil

Miss Pearce, EYFS Lead, shared:

“World Nursery Rhyme Week is such a joyful way to strengthen early literacy skills. The children have loved every moment—from dressing up to performing for their families. It’s been wonderful to see their confidence and creativity shine.”

A huge well done to our Early Years team and pupils for making this week so memorable!

As we bring another fantastic school year to a close, we took time this week to celebrate some of the incredible achievements of our pupils during the summer term.

One of the highlights was the presentation of our Governor Awards, a special recognition given to pupils who have consistently demonstrated our school values. These awards celebrate not only academic effort but also kindness, resilience, creativity and responsibility. We were delighted to welcome Isabelle Paget (Chair of Governors), along with Gemma Fromage-Crawford and Dominique Delhalle, who presented the awards to our very deserving recipients in a special assembly. Congratulations to all those recognised – we are so proud of you!

Another end-of-year favourite returned this week – Aragon’s Got Talent! Organised by our fantastic School Council, the show gave pupils across the school the chance to perform and shine. From singers to dancers, comedians to magicians, every act showed amazing confidence and enthusiasm.

This year’s winners were The Black Roots, a brilliant Year 6 band who wowed the crowd with a powerful performance of Seven Nation Army. Their energy and teamwork had everyone cheering and headbanging along – a well-earned victory to end their primary school journey on a high.

A huge well done to all involved. It has been a joy to end the term celebrating the talent, hard work and character that makes Aragon so special.

What a fantastic way to celebrate the end of a brilliant year in Reception! Yesterday, our Reception children enjoyed a truly memorable trip to Bocketts Farm, packed with fun, laughter and hands-on experiences that brought their learning to life.

The excitement began as soon as we left school at 9:15am and boarded the coach. For many, it was their very first school trip — and the sense of adventure was clear from the very start!

On arrival, we were warmly welcomed by our friendly team leaders, who guided each group through a variety of exciting farm activities. During the morning, the children had the opportunity to visit and gently handle some of the small animals, enjoy a tractor ride around the fields, and meet Bessie the horse. One of the highlights was feeding the goats and cows, which sparked lots of giggles and wide-eyed wonder!

After a well-earned lunch, the whole year group gathered for one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the day — the pig race! With colourful flags waving and enthusiastic cheers from all sides, it was Snoop Hogg who crossed the finish line first, to much excitement and celebration.

To end the trip, the children had time to explore the outdoor play area and bounce on the giant trampoline, which was a brilliant way to round off the day. By 2:15pm, we were back on the coach, tired but beaming from a day full of joy and discovery.

We are incredibly proud of how well the children behaved throughout the trip. Their manners, listening skills, and ability to follow instructions were truly admirable, and every adult who accompanied them felt proud to be part of the Aragon community.

Well done, Reception — you really are superstars! 🌟

Reception and Year 5 children had a truly awe-inspiring experience this week as they stepped into the WonderDome mobile planetarium, right here in our school hall!

The planetarium created a magical and immersive environment that brought space learning to life. Reception pupils were taken on an exciting tour of the planets, learned about the adventures of astronauts, and discovered the incredible power of rockets. Their wide eyes and enthusiastic questions showed just how much the experience sparked their curiosity!

Meanwhile, Year 5 explored the vast scale of the Universe and deepened their understanding of the Moon’s phases and our place in space. The presenters were brilliant at breaking down complex scientific ideas, and there was even time for the children to ask their own space-related questions — which they did with great enthusiasm!

As the Spring 2 term draws to a close, we’re excited to share a glimpse into what the children have been learning so far this year.

To celebrate and showcase their hard work, we have created a special Spotlight on Learning. This interactive Microsoft Sway presentation captures the highlights of this half-term, showcasing what the children have learnt and how their experiences have been enriched both inside and outside the classroom.

Click here to access the Microsoft Sway presentation 

We hope you enjoy this opportunity to see the progress, enthusiasm, and achievements your children have demonstrated over the past weeks. It’s a testament to their hard work, curiosity, and the wonderful school community we’ve built together!

We had a very special afternoon today with Mr Gilbert, learning all about OPAL play and the exciting new opportunities coming to Reception! From Monday 24th March, our Reception children will be able to explore more of the playground at lunchtime, joining in with a wider range of outdoor play activities alongside the rest of the school.

Learning Through Play

This is a fantastic step in their development, helping to build important skills such as:
🤝 Teamwork – Learning to share, take turns, and collaborate with older peers.
🛠 Problem-Solving – Figuring out how to use equipment safely and creatively.
💪 Resilience – Trying new challenges, learning from mistakes, and building confidence.

Mr Gilbert has already spoken with Key Stage 1 and 2 children, explaining how they can help our Reception children feel welcome and supported during this transition. Today, he talked to Reception about:
✅ Which adults will be there to help
✅ What activities they can take part in
✅ How to assess risks and play safely – for example, thinking about which equipment is safe to use in wet weather
✅ Rules for different activities

An Exciting Adventure Awaits!

We can’t wait to see our Reception children embrace this new experience with enthusiasm and confidence. It’s a wonderful opportunity to grow, explore, and learn through play!

Can your child remember what Mr Gilbert spoke about? We’d love to hear what they are most looking forward to! 😊