Broadstone First School, Age 4-9
January is a time when, historically, we set new goals to which we aspire. The new resolutions take many
forms but often, once made, they are forgotten quickly.
This term at BFS we focus on being ‘Aspirational’. Children and staff will break down the meaning of this characteristic, look at historical and public fi gures that demonstrate these attributes and focus on what we can learn from them.
Before we can be aspirational, we have to be inspired. What inspired Michael Jordan to become an incredible athlete or Tim Peake to venture into space? The pupils at BFS are exposed to a multitude of experiences that aim to inspire and excite them to want to know more. We believe that the
personal motivation this develops is the key to children being successful learners.
It is essential that we build self- esteem and model to the children the behaviour and attitudes that we expect them to develop. Young children learn through observation and quickly absorb how the adults in their life approach diffi culties, relationships, good news or personal
challenges. They learn how to respond, behave and even ‘what to say’ in each scenario, from us.
At BFS we not only give the children
opportunities to respond to feedback but also the ability to better their previous personal best and then to refl ect on their learning journey to date and how far
towards their aspirational goal they have come.
Children’s aspirational goals last year included, being part of a band; running their own business and running a 5k race! What will 2018 bring?
Michelle Stone Headteacher
Broadstone Middle School, Age 9-13
Year 4 students at local fi rst schools get a taste of life at BMS!
Moving schools for the fi rst time can be an anxious and scary experience, particularly because of the ‘unknown’.
Working closely with feeder schools is important in order to plan to ensure that students’ transitions are as stress free as possible.
At Broadstone Middle, we have
organised a number of transition events which are running throughout this year, as an opportunity for children to
experience a ‘Middle School setting’. We have already had Year 4’s from Springdale First School in during November for a fabulous poem
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event, in which students were able to enjoy the change of environment, speak with current
students and ask questions,
and write some perfectly potty poems!
Merley First School also joined us in December for
a Super Science day, entitled ‘rainbow of colour,’ in which they practically split light and then put it back together, watched as metals got excited and emitted coloured light and investigated the colours of acids and alkalis.
In January, we have a Performing Arts week in which local fi rst schools will have the opportunity to come up to BMS and experience drama and music as planned by our specialist teachers.
By offering these free experiences, we hope that the next cohort of students moving up to us will feel happy and confi dent about their new school.
To advertise, please contact 01202 657317 or email
karen@broadstonelink.co.uk
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