Visitors to the exhibition were very impressed by the work that they saw. Many people came to see the work that their children’s school had made and that of other schools but also many visitors came from the local community so see the talents of our young people.
5 years ago
When the children came to visit with their schools, in addition to contributing to the large piece of ocean themed art, they also had time to look at the work the other schools had made for the exhibition. Some children were fascinated by information which was displayed detailing the length of time it takes for rubbish to be broken down. Other thoughts from the children were that getting involved and making the jellyfish was the best part and they enjoyed seeing what other schools had done. They all greatly enjoyed their visits.
5 years ago
From the 19th-20th June 2018 we held our annual art exhibition at Guiseley Methodist Church. All the schools belonging to the Trust produced fantastic pieces of art based on the theme “Recycled Art”.
5 years ago
From 21st-25th May 2018 it is Walk to School Week and many of our schools are taking part. This annual scheme is run by Living Streets, a charity that promotes walking. In 2017, 400,000 children and their families took part in the challenge. It has been proven that some exercise, especially a walk before school results in children doing better in class as they arrive refreshed, fit and ready to learn. As well as promoting the importance of being active, walking to school also provides an invaluable time to teach the importance of road safety and to help in cutting pollution and congestion.
5 years ago
The recent ALPT art exhibition proved to be a great success with a menagerie of animals making their presence felt in Aireborough.
On the 20th and 21st June a veritable art menagerie came to Aireborough when the schools of the Aireborough Learning Partnership Trust (ALPT) showcased the artistic talents of their pupils at an art exhibition in the Methodist Church Hall in Guiseley.
Large 3D animal sculptures, produced using a mindfulness approach, formed the central core of the exhibition while a Henri Rousseau inspired jungle scene was produced by the schools over the two days of the exhibition.
In addition to the animals, paintings, pictures and 3D art from each school added to the variety of skills and imagination on view.
Chair of the ALPT, Alison Anslow said ‘the ALPT schools are at the heart of our community and this was a fantastic showcase of the talents of the young people in our area. It was wonderful to see the imaginations and skills of our pupils coming to life in the exhibition. The animals were stunning and enjoyed by pupils and visitors alike.’
6 years ago
On Tuesday the 20th and Wednesday the 21st June the schools of the Aireborough Learning Partnership Trust (ALPT) will showcase the artistic talents of their pupils at an art exhibition in the Methodist Church Hall, off Oxford Road, Guiseley.
Using a mindfulness approach numerous animal sculptures have been produced whilst over the two days a Henri Rousseau inspired jungle scene will be produced by pupils who visit the exhibition. This will be accompanied by paintings, pictures and 3D art from each school all providing lots of variety and plenty to see.
The hall will be open on Tuesday from 9.30 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Wednesday 9.30 a.m. until 4.45 p.m. with free entry and we would encourage you to come along and see the imaginations and skills of the pupils coming to life.
Over the two days pupils from each of the schools will be in the hall to talk about their work and answer questions about it while also helping to produce the collaborative jungle scene.
We do hope that you and your families can make some time to come along and support this wonderful event.
6 years ago
The children of Rawdon Littlemoor Primary School were ready with their bicycles and scooters as they welcomed Olympic triathlete Jonny Brownlee to join them at the grand opening of the school’s new purpose-built cycle track.
Cycling enthusiast and recently retired Head Teacher Shelagh Henderson joined Jonny in the inaugural first lap on her beloved Pashley bicycle.
In her 13 year tenure as Headteacher, Shelagh and her staff tirelessly promoted cycling and scootering amongst pupils and parents. Last year saw the school receive the Gold Level STARS award (the only primary school in the county to achieve this accolade) for their efforts to increase levels of walking, cycling and other forms of sustainable transport. Inspired by Shelagh’s enthusiasm, staff and pupils worked hard to raise £30,000 towards the cost of the cycle track.
Rawdon Littlemoor is fully committed to developing children’s understanding and enjoyment of sport and exercise and the installation of the cycle track marks the addition of an exciting new ‘spoke’ to the children’s outdoor activities. Pupils will be able to use the track daily to scoot or cycle on at lunchtimes, in extracurricular clubs and in PE lessons.
Headteacher Julie Beardwell commented ‘We are passionate about enabling all children to have fun and learn through a broad and balanced education. By providing our children with lots of different experiences and showing them what great role models, such as Jonny Brownlee, have achieved, we aim to give them the confidence and resilience to persevere and excel in their lives.’
Both Jonny Brownlee and his brother Alistair are inspirational role models for the children at Rawdon Littlemoor especially given that their swim training in their early days took place at local Aireborough Leisure Centre where many of the children also have lessons and swim for fun.
Julie added that ‘ through the opening Jonny inspired our children, raced against Shelagh Henderson and then ran around the pitch to support a Reception child cycling. After, in the school hall, Cameron and Zachary Bojas brothers in year 5 and year 3 showed Jonny the trophies they’ve won from Aireborough swim meetings which also have Jonny’s name on. We think the Bojas, from Rawdon Littlemoor, could be the next Brownlees!
7 years ago
Staff at Queensway Primary School have been involved in a training programme looking at how all subjects in the National Curriculum can be delivered through outdoor learning. An inspiring training day at Skelton Grange Environment Centre, helped them to pick up lots of new and exciting ideas to develop opportunities for the children to use the outdoor learning environment to motivate and inspire their learning.
Going outdoors can offer many potential benefits including:
7 years ago