<![CDATA[Beaford Community Primary News Feed - News ARTICLES]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D3%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:38:56 GMT Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:38:56 GMT <![CDATA[ This Week's Learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=61 Find out what we've been up to this week...

]]> Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:38:56 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=61 <![CDATA[ A Really Wild Visit! ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=60 On Tuesday afternoon, our Nursery and Reception children enjoyed a thrilling visit from the Really Wild Learning team.

]]> Thu, 2 Apr 2026 10:59:05 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=60 <![CDATA[ Owls Falcon Gymnastics Experience ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=59 On Wednesday, some of our talented gymnasts from Owls enjoyed an inspiring session of specialist coaching at Falcons Gymnastics.

]]> Thu, 2 Apr 2026 10:43:15 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=59 <![CDATA[ Ladybirds Visit to the National Marine Aquarium ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=58 Our Reception children had a marvellous school trip to Plymouth Aquarium on Monday, creating wonderful memories and bringing their learning to life beyond the classroom.

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:31:23 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=58 <![CDATA[ This week's learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=57 Find out what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:26:25 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=57 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Trip to Rosemoor ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=56 Hedgehogs Class had a fantastic day at Rosemoor, making the most of a fun and educational visit.

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:32:44 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=56 <![CDATA[ Our learning this week... ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=55 See what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:28:07 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=55 <![CDATA[ This week's learning... ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=54 Find out what we have been up to this week in school...

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:12:15 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=54 <![CDATA[ TEAM Trust Cross-Country Event ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=53 Several of our pupils competed in the TEAM Multi-Academy Trust cross-country event on Wednesday.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:50:39 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=53 <![CDATA[ This Week's Learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=52 Find out what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:39:24 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=52 <![CDATA[ Skate and Scooter Workshops ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=51 On Wednesday we welcomed Team Rubicon to deliver a series of bespoke skateboarding and scootering workshops for pupils ranging from Reception to Year 6.

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:04:29 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=51 <![CDATA[ World Book Day ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=50 We were delighted to see such enthusiasm from our pupils during our recent World Book Day celebrations.

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2026 11:56:33 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=50 <![CDATA[ This week's learning... ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=49 Find out what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:37:20 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=49 <![CDATA[ Owls Farm Visit ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=48 The Owls class recently swapped their desks for the rolling pastures of a local working dairy farm, getting a first-hand look at their "From Field to Fork" topic.

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:35:14 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=48 <![CDATA[ Learning this week ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=47 See what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:34:59 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=47 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Call to Antarctica ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=46 The Hedgehogs class took part in a special science meeting with the team at Rothera Research Station in Antarctica.

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:18:31 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=46 <![CDATA[ Science Project: Volcano Eruption ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=45 A group of children successfully built and erupted a papier-mâché volcano this week. After constructing the model, the students painted it before preparing the final experiment.

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:58:02 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=45 <![CDATA[ Peer Reading ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=44 Students participated in a Peer Reading program this week. Children from the Otters and Owls classes visited younger year groups to read stories aloud to them.

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:52:42 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=44 <![CDATA[ This Week's Learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=43 See what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 6 Feb 2026 09:39:16 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=43 <![CDATA[ Year 5 London Residential Trip ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=42 A group of our Year 5's are having a wonderful time in our Capital City!

]]> Thu, 5 Feb 2026 11:24:30 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=42 <![CDATA[ Circus into Schools Visit ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=41 Children at Beaford were treated to a day of thrills, spills, and amazing new skills last Friday as Steve from Circus into Schools swung by for a day of spectacular workshops.

]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:40:35 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ This Week's Learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=40 Find out what we've been up to this week...

]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:32 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Mental Health Support Team Assembly ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=39 This week, we had a visit from the Mental Health Support Team, who are visiting many schools in Devon to introduce themselves. They are a new early intervention service providing evidence-based mental health support to children and young people experiencing common mental health difficulties.

]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:57:40 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=39 <![CDATA[ Otters' Class Hits the Dance Floor! ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=38 Otter Class transformed their classroom into a dance studio this week as they began learning the vibrant art of Bollywood dancing.

Moving aside the desks to make room for rhythm, the students practiced authentic Indian dance moves and coordinated footwork. Mr. Wright was the first to admit he isn’t quite an expert in the field yet, but his participation added to the fun. The session was a huge success, proving that you don't need a gym to get a great workout, learn something new, and have a brilliant time together.

]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:41:11 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ This Week's Learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=37

]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:18:55 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=37 <![CDATA[ Democracy in Action ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=36

]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:17:29 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=36 <![CDATA[ Learning This Week ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=35

]]> Fri, 9 Jan 2026 09:44:28 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=35 <![CDATA[ Autumn Term Nursery Round-Up ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=34 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:25:05 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=34 <![CDATA[ Christmas Dinner at Beaford ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=33 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:03:58 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=33 <![CDATA[ This week's learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=32 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:20:08 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=32 <![CDATA[ The Smartest Elf in Town - Performance ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=31 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:05:44 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=31 <![CDATA[ Owls Learning ~ 8th December ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=30 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:28:34 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=30 <![CDATA[ Otters Learning ~ 8th December ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=29 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:31:43 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=29 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Learning ~ 8th December ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=28 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:54:31 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=28 <![CDATA[ Ladybirds Learning ~ 8th December ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=27 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:57:11 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=27 <![CDATA[ Little Stars Shine Bright: Ladybirds’ Nativity ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=26 Christmas spirit filled the air on Wednesday, 10th December, as the Ladybirds (Nursery and Reception) performed their Nativity play.

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:04:10 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=26 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Visiting from The Space Detectives ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=25 Fri, 5 Dec 2025 13:02:49 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=25 <![CDATA[ This Week's Learning ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=24 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:23:30 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=24 <![CDATA[ Lilcott Farm Adventures ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=23 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:28:05 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=23 <![CDATA[ Ladybirds Trip to RHS Rosemoor ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=22 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:30:24 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=22 <![CDATA[ Otters Class Trip to Bath ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=21 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:27:32 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=21 <![CDATA[ Burton Art Box comes to Beaford Primary School! ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=20 Mon, 6 Oct 2025 11:36:36 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=20 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Animal Encounter ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=19 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:07:09 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=19 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Victorian Toy Workshop ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=18 Hedgehogs Victorian Toy Workshop

]]> Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:23:34 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=18 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs RNLI Water Safety Workshop ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=17 On Friday, 11th October, the Hedgehogs class had the pleasure of welcoming John, a dedicated volunteer from the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution).

]]> Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:19:27 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=17 <![CDATA[ Family Roots in Our Community ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=16 This half term, the Owls have been learning about Maafa. Maafa, the Swahili word for “great disaster” or “great tragedy,” is a term used to refer to the centuries-long enslavement of Africans and the lasting impacts on African Peoples and the descendants of those who were enslaved.

]]> Mon, 7 Oct 2024 12:00:09 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=16 <![CDATA[ Owls Class Trip to Bristol ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=15 Owls Class recently enjoyed an exciting visit to Bristol, with the highlight being a tour of the historic John Wesley Rooms at the New Room, the oldest Methodist chapel in the world.

]]> Thu, 3 Oct 2024 11:35:37 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=15 <![CDATA[ Eleanor Donates Corn Snake to School ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=14 Our school recently welcomed an exciting new addition, thanks to the generosity of our student teaching assistant, Eleanor.

]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:48:56 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=14 <![CDATA[ Hedgehogs Class Trip to Northam Burrows ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=13 Our Hedgehogs Class enjoy a trip to Northam Burrows to take part in an adventure hunt and to learn about life in Victorian times.

]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:42:22 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=13 <![CDATA[ Winners of the Summer Homework Challenge Bake Scones ]]> https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=12 Oliver and Arianna had a lovely time on Friday afternoon baking scones.

]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:24:17 GMT https://www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=12