Bill Quay Primary School

Dilly Line Project

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:21:55 +0000

Every week for the past 7 weeks, eight boys chosen from year 5/6 have taken part in the Dilley Line Project and have worked alongside a graphic designer, Dan Civicco. They also worked alongside Colgate School.

With him, they learned about graphic design culminating in the design for the Soul Soup Project. The boys worked very hard to come up with an original idea to front this product. They learnt about the importance of strap lines when trying to promote something new and exciting.

Once the children had designed a suitable logo, they were very lucky and had the opportunity to go to Northern Print to actually screen print the logo onto T-shirts. They also designed the logo for the bag for the ingredients. The boys visited Dan's studio so they could see where he actually worked on a day to day basis. They visited designers based in the Ouseburn Valley and learnt a little about where designers took their ideas from and then how to use them.

On the last trip, the boys had the opportunity to visit Potts the Printers in Cramlington to see their hard work being printed.

The boys have thoroughly enjoyed this project and have worked extremely hard on a very worthwhile and exciting cause.

Friday Letter

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:30:38 +0000

9th July 2010

Friday Letter

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:04:43 +0000

2nd July 2010

Alnwick Castle

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:17:04 +0000

Year 2 had an exciting day out at Alnwick Castle on Monday. They visited the Knight's Quest in the castle grounds where they stepped back through the ages to experience the world of a medieval knight. They learnt all about the life of the medieval knights and how the castle served as a Knight School! They became school trainees and dressed up as a knight or a princess. They learnt how a knight would start their life in a castle as a page and then move up to the role of a squire. It was the duty of a knight to learn how to fight and so serve their lord according to the Code of Chivalry. They meet the Dragon Master to learn all about dragons and master the sword. They also got the opportunity to make their own amulets of clay to wear around their neck before going into battle. After their training session they entered the Dragon's lair which was a dark and mysterious place, they make their way past the ghouls and ghosts, through the hall of mirrors and finally came face to face with Northumberland's fiersome dragon!!!

Children dressed as a knight or a princess.

Children as school trainees mastering the sword!!

Friday Letter

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:09:33 +0000

24th June 2010

Radiowaves Hiphop Workshop

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:11:42 +0000

Mrs Wearmouth chose Mia, Charlotte, Kai and Chloe from her hoophop club, to go with her to Wardley Primary school to take part in a Radiowave Hoophop Workshop. During the workshop the children made video's, interviewed each other, wrote diaries and heard all about what Radiowaves do. Radiowaves is a facebook site only for schools. They had a fantastic day.

Thank you Radiowaves!!

The Bible Comes Alive

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:35:09 +0000

Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5 visited Hebburn Independent Methodist Church on Monday where they took part in the 'Bible Comes Alive' workshop. They learnt all about the Acts of the Apostles through role play and oral storytelling from members of the church. The children took part in a quiz at the end of the workshop to reinforce what they had learnt. They also got the opportunity to sing along with the church members.

Visits to Bill Quay Farm

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:07:43 +0000

Reception class has been visiting Bill Quay farm where they have been taken part in lots of different activities. On their first visit they investigated newly planted fruit trees which had been planted by individual members of staff at the farm. They have been in competition with each other to see who could grow the biggest fruit tree! They got the chance to learn about different animal habitats as well as meeting lots of chickens, goats and different types of sheep, including some new babies. During another visit the children fed the sheep and sat on hay in the classroom to learn all about the sheep's wool. They even got the opportunity to feel the wool. Before leaving they coloured in some sheep pictures. Another activity the children took part in was cleaning Twiggy and Ruby the resident pig sisters. Once the pigs had been hosed down the children used soap and a sponge to scrub them both clean. During their bath, Twiggy took a liking to Mrs Wearmouth and nearly knocked her over! Mrs Wearmouth stood her ground and calmed down the very excited Twiggy. Reception then rubbed baby oil into the pigs to keep them nice and soft.

Gosforth Synagogue

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:41:02 +0000

As Year 1 arrived at the synagogue they were greeted by the Rabbi and were offered the choice of wearing a kippah (Jewish scull cap). All of the boys wore a kippah and even some of the girls!
After taking their seats in the temple of worship, they were told the story of Moses and how he led the Jews out of Egypt. Year 1 then acted out the story which helped them remember what happened. They were then told what happens during Jewish festivals like the Passover and got to have a look at the magnificent Torah (Jewish sacred book). The Rabbi showed them how he wore his tallit shawl when reading the Torah. They also learnt the symbol of the Jewish people which is the Magen David, also known as the Star of David. The Rabbi showed them the Menorah which holds the seven candles displayed in a Jewish synagogues. It symbolises the burning bush as seen by Moses on Mount Sinai. He also told them about the nine candle- holders which are only used during the Jewish festival of Hanukka. They leant how the Jewish holy day of the Sabbath starts at sunset on Friday and continues until sunset on Saturday. During which time the Jews do nothing that might be counted as work. After the Rabbi kindly answered all their questions, they thanked him for inviting them into his place of worship. The children had a fun filled morning learning all about Judaism.

Friday Letter

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:58:58 +0000

18th June 2010

Animation Club

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:33:22 +0000

Mrs Welsh and Miss Shorthouse are running an after school animation club. The children will work together to begin with, sharing and planning their ideas for their own stop motion animation. They will create models, using simple designs, and use a software program called 'I Can Animate' as well as a web cam, to create their own animations. After they have created their animation they will add sound using a software program called 'Movie Maker' to help bring their animation to life. Being creative and hands-on learning, the children will have great fun!

Watch this space for the children's finished animations!

Friday Letter

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:15:51 +0000

11th June 2010

The Greek Myths Art Project

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:46:28 +0000

Susan Warlock, artist in the community, has been working with year three pupils on a six week art project based around the topic they have been studying 'Ancient Greeks'. Each week she focused on one of the many Greek myths starting with Medusa then Pegasus, Pandora's Box and Arachne. The children were told the story then Susan worked with the class to create a character creature or scene from each tale using both 3D and 2D work. For their final session, the children made a colourful banner made up of individual felt collages of characters or objects from the Greek stories.

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Greek Myths Art Project

Climate Change Lead School Newsletter

Fri, 28 May 2010 16:07:03 +0000

Issue 11 May 2010

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Friday Letter

Fri, 28 May 2010 13:00:16 +0000

28th May 2010

Ten Pin Bowling

Tue, 25 May 2010 20:36:04 +0000

Year 6 had great fun celebrating the end of SATs week with Mrs Messenger and Mr Collinson. They all went off to play Ten Pin Bowling at the Metro Centre!

City Learning Centre

Tue, 25 May 2010 20:08:34 +0000

Throughout the week children from Year 6 have had the opportunity to visit the CLC to take part in a variety of ICT workshops. During the workshops they have been using a software program called 'Comic Life' to write their own comic strips based on a Victorian story called Scrub. They have also been shown how to use a CADCAM program called Primary Design. The children had great fun using this program to design their own World Cup keyrings!!!! They will be cut out on the laser cutter and sent to school at a later date.

Chicks

Tue, 25 May 2010 19:38:40 +0000

10 chick eggs arrived in Reception class from Bill Quay Farm. Reception class have been keeping an eye on them in their incubator, checking the water levels and humidity.

The great news is 9 chicks hatched on Wednesday 19th May 2010.

Reception class would like to introduce you to Lola, Bertie, Fred, Sunny, Violet, Joanne, Charlotte, Rolin and Becks!!

Great North Museum

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:02:42 +0000

Children in Year 3 had a fantastic day out at the Great North Museum on Monday. To start the day off they were met by Pericles, a Greek Hoplite soldier from Sparta. He told the children about his life as a soldier and what challenges he had to overcome to become a successful Spartan warrior. He then introduced the children to a fellow Greek Hoplite and explained about the uniform he was wearing. He also showed the children what a soldier would carry with him when going into battle. Some children got the opportunity to dress up as a Spartan boy and Spartan girl. To end the morning session, Pericles told the children an ancient Greek myth about Theseus and the Minotaur. To compliment the day, in the afternoon the children got the chance to visit the Ancient Greeks Gallery.

Children been introduced to Pericles fellow Greek Hoplite.

Pericles weapons used in battle.

William dressed as a Spartan boy!

Chloe dressed as a Spartan girl!

Who's this wearing a Spartan warrior headdress?

Seven Stories

Tue, 25 May 2010 12:06:37 +0000

Reception class had a fun day when they visited Seven stories on Tuesday. They listened to stories about Charlie and Lola by Lauren Child. Afterwards, they took part in a workshop to find out all about their senses. Later, they even got the opportunity to look around the galleries.

Marine Biology Centre

Tue, 25 May 2010 11:56:09 +0000

Year 2 visited the Marine Biology Centre at Tynemouth one sunny Tuesday, where they handled different seashore creatures such as crabs, prawns and starfish. Afterwards, they had great fun exploring the rock pools.

Children looking at seashore creatures.

Children having great fun exploring the rock pools!

Friday Letter

Fri, 21 May 2010 09:13:38 +0000

21st May 2010

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Gateshead CLC

Tue, 18 May 2010 11:56:54 +0000

Year 1 visited the CLC at Gateshead where they had great fun using the software programme 'Photo Story' to write a recount of the seaside.

Children working hard on their recounts.

Robinson Crusoe Day

Tue, 18 May 2010 11:49:12 +0000

Year 5 had a visit from Mr Chris Connaughton as part of their Robinson Crusoe project. Chris performed a play about Robinson Crusoe then the children wrote about how they would feel on their first day on a deserted island. They also wrote a message in a bottle and were able to draw a map of their own island. Finally, Chris read to them from his own published books.

Year 5 had a fantastic day!!

Contact Point Privacy Notice

Fri, 14 May 2010 13:11:42 +0000

Friday Letter

Fri, 14 May 2010 08:34:20 +0000

14th May 2010

Important Dates

Thu, 06 May 2010 08:41:35 +0000

Thursday 6th May: School Closed due to election (polling station)
Wednesday 19th May: School photo day
Year 6 Dracula Rock Performance: 27th May
Monday 21st June: Year 6 induction week at Heworth Grange
Wednesday 21st July: Sports Day
Half Term School closes pm Friday 28th May - School opens Monday 7th June
Summer Holidays School closes Friday 23rd July - School opens Tuesday 7th September

Friday Letter

Wed, 05 May 2010 15:54:13 +0000

7th May 2010

Important Dates 2010

Wed, 05 May 2010 12:06:08 +0000

Half Term School closes pm Friday 28th May - School opens Monday 7th June
Summer Holidays School closes Friday 23rd July - School opens Tuesday 7th September
Half Term School closes pm Friday 22nd October - School opens Monday 1st November

Friday Letter

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:21:40 +0000

30th April 2010

Gateshead CLC

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:31:15 +0000

Throughout the week children from Bill Quay have had the opportunity to visit the CLC at Gateshead to take part in various ICT workshops. Year 4 and 5 got the opportunity to explore digital music by using Sony Jam Trax software, to record their voices and compose their own music. Mike showed them how to choose different electronic instruments to create layers of music. Everybody's final track was super and we can't wait to receive the CD! They also had great fun playing on the Wii and recording their achievements. The children will use the data collected to create tables and graphs.
Year 2 had great fun using ShayPeds toys to explore 2D and 3D geometric shapes. They also used a software program called Photo Shoot as well as the SheyPeds, to create a short film.

Sounds of the Cinema Competition

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:47:25 +0000

Zoe, Ben, Kate and Beth from Year 5, represented our school in the heats of the Sounds of the Cinema Competition at Heworth CLC on Monday. They were set the challenge of writing the script, including dialogue, composing the soundtrack and lyrics. As well as adding different sound effects for a short film about an action hero called Jonni Star. They performed amazingly in the challenge and were just pipped at the post, finishing in second place. Well done!

Children working hard to complete the challenge!!

Heworth Grange CLC

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:38:50 +0000

As well as visiting Gateshead CLC, children from Bill Quay have also had the opportunity to visit the CLC at Heworth this week. Year 4 and 5 had great fun using Kar2ouche to write a story about George and the Dragon, adding characters and background to their storyboards. They also used the software program 2animate to created their own animation being creative and hands-on learning, the children had great fun and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Year 2 had a fun packed day when they visited the CLC. To start the day off, they popped on 3D glasses and watched a short 3D interactive film 'Under the Sea'. They then listened to a story about the King of Spain who entrusted his treasure chest to Sailor Sam whose ship went missing in the open sea, with the treasure onboard. Using 2simple 2draw software, the children drew their own pictures of the treasure chest under the sea. After lunch the children wrote their own story ending of what happened to the Kings treasure using 2create software. They also got the opportunity to program and control a Bee Bot, to find missing treasure on a treasure map. The Bee Bot is a small dome shaped portable controlled technology robot, which provided an ideal entry path for the children to the world of robotics. The children had a fantastic time using lots of new software and technology!

Year 2 children programming and controling a Bee Bot in order to find missing treasure on a treasure map.

Friday Letter

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:00:09 +0000

23rd April 2010

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Easter Fun Day

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:25:53 +0000

Bill Quay School would like to say a great big 'THANK YOU' to everyone for all their support in making the Easter Fun Day and Easter Disco a huge success and help raise over £700.00 towards school funds.

We hope to see you all again next year!

Easter Raffle Prize Winners

Easter Egg (pink 6) Andrew A (Year 4)

Ferrero Rocher (green 481) Rio Porter (Year 2)

Winnie the Pooh (yellow 630) Ana (Year 3)

Styling Tongs (pink 214) Chris Renwick

Kitchen Caddy (green 22) Joe Newton (Reception)

Lakeland Studios Plaque (pink 49) Erin

The TV Quiz Game (green 652) Christian Illingworth (Year 3)

A number of prizes have not been claimed please contact the school office if you have a winning ticket.

Other Prizes

Buried Treasure L81 Luci Francis (Reception)

Name the Sheep Daisy Kaylin Gwyere (Reception)

Centre for Life

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:24:12 +0000

Year 1 pupils visited the Centre for Life this term as part of their topic, ' My Body' . They were given the opportunity to and compare finger prints, as well as looking at hot and cold effects on the body.

Children building their skeletons.

Egg Competition

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:21:16 +0000

Children from Recetion through to Year 6 had great fun making their eggs for the hard boiled egg competition.

Take at look at some of our entries!!

Dove Marine Laboratory

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:40:04 +0000

This term linked to the Robinson Crusoe Project, Year 5 children spent the day at the Dove Marine Laboratory in Cullercoats. They explored the rocky shore directly outside the laboratory, to find plants and animals which would have helped Robinson Crusoe survive on his desert island. Inside the laboratory the children described where on the rocky shore they had found each plant or animal. They also completed a dietary components wheel looking at the nutritional content of each organism. The children then got the opportunity to sample different kinds of seafood. During the afternoon session the children explored the caves around the laboratory then designed their own shelter out of different materials. When completed the shelters were tested to see if they could withstand the elements of coastal weather conditions, The children had lots of fun learning about rocky shore organisms and building their shelters!

Children exploring the rocky shore.

Children describing where on the rocky shore they had found each oganism.

Children starting to build their shelters.

Science Magic Show

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:18:37 +0000

During Science week this term, children in Key Stage 2 got the opportunity to watch an amazing Science Magic Show. They were totally enthralled with this visual and interactive show which included lots of fantastic liquid nitrogen demonstrations as well as tricks using sodium polyacrylate to absorb water.

It was truly a learning experience for us all especially Mr Collinson!

Science Showcase

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:24:46 +0000

Tanith, Lucy B, Julian, Michael, Phillippa, James, Femi and Mrs Welsh represented Bill Quay at the Science Showcase in the Metro Centre this term. The showcase included hands on activities, science fair projects and an inflatable planetarium, allowing the children the opportunity to see what fantastic science is taking place in North East schools.

Children enjoying the hands on activities!

Swimming Gala

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:04:33 +0000

On Thursday evening children from our school represented Bill Quay at the Felling Swimming Gala.

We enjoyed a successful evening, well done everyone!

Dryden Centre

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:37:41 +0000

During Multi - Cultural week Year 3 took part in an African Music Workshop at the Dryden Centre. The children worked alongside the African drummers getting the opportunity to play lots of different kinds of drums and make lots of noise!

Children having lots of fun playing the drums!

Theatre Royal

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:17:09 +0000

Year 6 children visited the Theatre Royal Newcastle where they enjoyed a fun packed morning taking part in a Drama Workshop, based around the theme of Ancient Egypt, as well as a guided tour of the theatre.

Children taking part in the workshop.

Children enjoying the tour and the tales of the theatre.

Gateshead Schools Dance Festival

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 18:43:12 +0000

On Monday 15th March 2010 pupils from year 4, 5 and 6 took part in the Gateshead Schools Dance Festival which was held at The Sage. Mrs Bone and Mrs Welsh worked with the group during the spring term in preparation for the evening. The theme for this years festival was 'Carnivals and Festivals from around the World'. The children danced to 'Hot,Hot,Hot' with a Rio Carnival feel, they looked fantastic and their dancing was outstanding.

Well done everyone!!

The children also got the opportunity to dance for the School Cluster Group at Heworth Grange school.

Communication Diaries

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:09:27 +0000

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Kingswood

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:27:58 +0000

Pupils in Year 5 class spent three days at nearby Kingswood residential centre this term where they took part in lots of outdoor adventurous activities. They returned to school filthy dirty and tired, but reported that they had loved the experience. Mrs Wearmouth and Mr Collinson accompanied the class and needed a well earned rest on their return!

Multi Cultural Week

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:21:10 +0000

Pupils were treated to a series of African dance workshops as part of our Multi-cultural week this term. Dancers from Africa touring the UK came to school and led workshops, focusing on hip hop, and traditional African dancing. The dancers performed in front of the school, and pupils were also given the opportunity to perform their dances.

Laing Art Gallery

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:50:57 +0000

Year 3 visited the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle where they studied an old painting of the Quayside and discussed how things have changed. They then looked at the different bridges along the River Tyne and the different shapes that they were made up from. The class then split into four groups and were set the challenge of building a bridge with as little paper and paper clips as possible. The bridges were then put to the test. The whole class had a great day and I think we have some architects in the making in Year 3.

Cooking 4 Life

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:10:24 +0000

Year 3 were visited by chef Nick Fairley from Cooking 4 Life, they learnt how to chop vegetables safely and how to make healthy pizzas. The children also got the opportunity to try vegetables they hadn't eaten before.

If you would like to visit the Cooking 4 Life website please click on the link below.
www.cooking4life.co.uk

The children thoroughly enjoyed it!

Spring Term Newsletter

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:06:33 +0000

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Friday Letter

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:17:14 +0000

26th March 2010

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Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:30:41 +0000

19th March 2010

Tyneside Day

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:18:46 +0000

We celebrated living in Gateshead and the North East this week by holding a 'Tyneside Day'. Children took part in lots of different workshops all about Tyneside. Margaret a local resident came into school and talked to the children about what it was like to live along the Tyne in the past. The children learnt about what trade was like along the river and what famous landmarks could be seen. Mrs Kitson sang songs liked to the North East with the children and they got the opportunity to play some musical instruments as they sang. Children took part in a Music Workshop with Mr Treherne where they leant some popular Tyneside songs such as The Blaydon Races and the Lampton Worm.

Whickham Thorns

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:01:43 +0000

Initially cloudy skies did little to cast a shadow over the fun Year 5 had when they visited Whickham Thorns on Friday. They developed their team building, listening and communication skills through problem solving and team challenges. During one of the team challenges the children were split into two teams and asked to build a waterproof shelter made from plastic bags, string and large twigs. Both teams rose to the challenge sharing their ideas and opinions on what would work best.

Children having great fun building their shelters!!

Whitley Bay Playhouse

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 08:42:06 +0000

Year 3 children visited the Whitley Bay Playhouse to watch George's Marvellous Medicine, which is one of Roald Dahl's funniest and most exciting stories. The children enjoyed the tale of a young boy who made a fantastic new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But, when his grandmother drank his special new potion, the results were explosive and the most incredible things began to happen. The children thoroughly enjoyed watching the show as Georges amazing adventure unfolded.

Dance City

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:20:58 +0000

Children from Year 4, 5 & 6 visited Dance City in Newcastle to watch Tees Valley Dance perform Kick Off. Using football as its inspiration Kick off was a light-hearted piece about exploring the games played by two friends. Injuries, arguments, winners, losers, rules and tactics were all incorporated within the dance performance. After the show the children took part in a workshop with the choreographer of the show and members of the dance group. They got the opportunity to perform dance routines from the show and ask lots of questions about the performance.

The children are really looking forward to working with Tees Valley Dance again when they visit school at the end of the month.

Fab Food Funhouse Roadshow

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:09:12 +0000

Pupils in Key Stage 2 took part in the Fab Food Funhouse Roadshow to raise awareness of healthy eating. The children were spit into teams and completed physical activity challenges, took part in various games and answered questions about healthy food choices to score points for their team.

A fun afternoon was had by all!!!

Friday Letter

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:27:15 +0000

12th March 2010

Take One Picture

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:06:39 +0000

Our school took part in the National Galleries 'Take One Picture' project this week. Using Turner's painting of the Fighting Temeraire in the classroom as a starting point and visual stimulus. Art appreciation tutor Pippa Bell and community artist Susan Warlock came into school and worked with the children on the project, producing some fantastic work.

The Fighting Temeraire Art Project

Odeon Metro Centre

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:29:40 +0000

After a great day out at the Dryden Centre on Tuesday Lucy, Caleb, Matthew, Beth and Willow, from Year 2, thought it couldn't get any better. However, on Friday they got the opportunity to go along for a celebratory screening of their stop motion animation on the big screen in the new Odeon at the Metro Centre. They also got another chance to meet Oscar Springer animator and filmmaker; maybe they will be joining him on set in the future!!

Children in the new Odeon going in to see their animation.

SATs Evening

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:55:29 +0000

For those parents who missed the KS1 & KS2 SATs sessions you can download the powerpoint presentations by clicking on the link below .

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Hoop hop

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:35:29 +0000

On a very cold day in January, 250 pupils and several daring teachers from Gateshead's Heworth Grange, Joseph Swan and St. Thomas More School Clusters, participated in a Hoop Hop extravaganza at Gateshead Stadium.

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Physical Activity Policy

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:31:04 +0000

Friday Letter

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:26:05 +0000

5th March 2010

Safer Recruitment Policy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:56:57 +0000

Whistle Blowing Policy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:53:21 +0000

Child Protection Policy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:44:53 +0000

Extended Schools Policy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:42:55 +0000

E Safety Policy

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Equality and Diversity Policy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:38:40 +0000

Code of Conduct Policy

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Assessment Policy

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Anti Bullying Policy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:32:23 +0000

Let's Create and Animate

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:06:31 +0000

Lucy, Caleb, Matthew, Beth and Willow from Year 2, had a great day out when they took part in 'Let's Create and Animate' at the Dryden Centre. They had the opportunity to work alongside Oscar Stringer animator and filmmaker. The children shared their ideas and worked together to plan for their own stop motion animation. They created models, using simple bold designs, with large features making it easier for them to animate. Using software program 'I Can Animate' and a web cam, the children created their own animation. Oscar encouraged the children to preview their animation and evaluate their work as they went along. After they had created their animation they added sound using software program 'Movie Maker' bringing their animation to life. Being creative and hands-on learning, the children had great fun and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Children working together creatng their own animation.

Children working together to add sound to their animation.

Great North Museum

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:20:45 +0000

Year 4, 5 and 6 visited the Great North Museum to look closely at the Ancient Egyptian Exhibits housed within the museum. They studied the different art work and sketched the designs which they found interesting. These sketches were then used to create an Ancient Egyptian wall art.

Children sketching their designs.

Dryden Centre

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:10:07 +0000

Year 2 went to Dryden to attend a Music Celebration Day. They played a variety of Gamelan instruments including a giant going. Holly said 'The going was very loud.' Children experimented with stringed instruments, Rio played the Double Bass! Finally we learned all about pitch, pulse, rhythm, chords and how to identify musical scores.

St Mary's Heritage Centre

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:02:41 +0000

As part of our topic 'Eye of the North' Year 3 visited St. Mary's Heritage centre and worked with Richard. He took us on a historical tour of the Quayside and told us all about the bridges and how the Tyne Bridge was originally where the Swing Bridge is now. We also sketched the different bridges from the Quayside to go on display in school. We had a fantastic day even though it was very cold!!!

Children on a historical tour of the Quayside.

Bowes Museum

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:46:19 +0000

Year 6 went to Bowes Museum to take part in an Art Workshop based around People in Action. They sketched each other in different poses and then took these as inspiration to create models. Using wire, pupils made a frame of their person then covered it in rolled strips of newspaper. Using Modroc, plaster of Paris bandage to finish their sculpture, giving them a hardened finish. Once back at school, children painted their sculptures to produce a person.

Children working hard creating their models.

Friday Letter

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:31:41 +0000

26th February 2010

Friday Letter

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:42:11 +0000

12th February 2010

Fire Safety Talk

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:31:13 +0000

Year 5 and Year 6 met with a fireman from the local Fire Station to learn about Fire Safety within the home. The fireman talked to the children about what to do if a fire broke out in their home, reminding the children of the does and don'ts to stay safe.

Communication Diaries

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:19:43 +0000

3rd March 2010

Friday Letter

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:07:24 +0000

5th February 2010

Out and About

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:01:08 +0000

Year 3 were out and about in the local area this week. They had great fun when they visited the Skate Park and the Methodist church to do some sketching in their sketch books.

Children having great fun sketching in the Skate Park in their sketch books!

Fire Safety Talk

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:03:57 +0000

Year 1 met with Firemen from the local Fire Station to learn about Fire Safety in the home. They took part in a wide range of activities including watching a short Fireman Sam DVD , playing Guess the Hazard and learning rhymes to help them remember the main fire safety messages, The talk was delivered in a fun way which enhanced the children's knowledge about fires and fire safety. The rhymes were catchy and the children were still chanting them on exit of the classroom!

Children having fun taking part in the activities!

Life Centre

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:34:36 +0000

Children from Year 2 visited the Life Centre to take part in a Materials Workshop. They carried out practical investigations to test the hardness of materials and to sort materials according to their properties. Renee said 'I loved doing the experiments'.

Children carrying out practical investigations!

Friday Letter

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:10:08 +0000

29th January 2010

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Multi Skills

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:02:16 +0000

Year 4 children visited Heworth Grange Comprehensive School to take part in a Multi Skills Challenge on Tuesday 26th February. This involved competing against other schools in a variety of P.E activities such as throwing, catching, dribbling and balancing skills. Well done everyone for completing the tasks and taking part in the games.

Children taking part in the tasks!

Centre for Life

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:44:42 +0000

Year 1 enjoyed a Body Workshop at the Centre for Life. They got the opportunity to and compare finger prints as well as looking at hot and cold effects on the body.

Children enjoying building skeletons!

Children having fun while visiting the centre.

Hula Hop Event

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:05:23 +0000

Year 6 children had a fun afternoon when they visited Gateshead Stadium to take part in a Hula Event. The children learnt a range of tricks with Miss Kellee from LA, who has set up a charity to combat childhood obesity, mainly through hula hop.

Year 6 children learning a range of tricks!

Year 6 children with Miss Kellee.

Friday Letter

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:07:42 +0000

22nd January 2010

Teesdale Dance

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:51:01 +0000

Keystage 2 had a very exciting day on Tuesday when they were visited by one of the dance teachers from Teesdale Dance and took part in a Dance Workshop. The teacher focused on different dance styles taken from around the world including Irish, Indian, Russian, Spanish and Brazilian. Providing an inspiring day that was both educational and fun and allowed the children to perform as part of a team.

Children performing different dance styles!

Heritage Centre

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:19:38 +0000

Year 1 stepped back in time on Wednesday with a visit from Richard, from St. Mary's Heritage Centre in Gateshead. As part of a Victorian workshop, Richard give them the opportunity to guess the use of a range of household objects. He went on to talk about toys they play with today and showed them the different kinds of toys that children in the Victorian times would have played with including the Jacob's ladder, pick up sticks and the top and whip. The children had great fun playing with all the toys and learning about them!

Children having great fun playing with all the toys!

Friday Letter

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 09:43:47 +0000

15th January 2010

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Weather Situation Update

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 07:57:16 +0000

School will be open as usual, however if the weather conditions change this decision will be reviewed at lunchtime.

Weather Situation Update

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 08:03:00 +0000

School will be open as usual today, however if the weather situation changes this decision will be reviewed at lunchtime.

Friday Letter

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:50:38 +0000

8th January 2010

Christmas Fayre

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:55:36 +0000

A big thank you to everyone who came to our Christmas Fayre to be part of the fun and help to raise approximately £570 towards our school fund.

Guess the weight of the Christmas Cake

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:18:20 +0000

The Christmas cake weighed 7lb and the winner was Jack Todd.

Christmas Raffle Winners

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:16:39 +0000

Christmas Hamper (Yellow 261) Morgan Evans
Gordon Ramsay Book (signed) (Orange 49) Janita Morrison
Bottle Champagne (Blue 671) Jay Herald
Bottle Whisky (Yellow 256) Morgan Evans
Christmas CD's (Yellow 389) Euan Bradley
Christmas Baubles (White 987) Jack Todd
Milk Tray (Orange 306) Jack Corr
Bottle Wine (Yellow 559) P. Forster
Dairy Box (Yellow 442) E. Fay
Cuddly Teddy (Yellow 551) P. Forster

Football Julian Tomlinson

Thank you all for buying and selling our raffle tickets.

Have a lovely Christmas and a Happy New Year!

A Big Thank You

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:29:05 +0000

We would like to say a great big 'Thank You' to all the dancers from Heworth Grange Comprehensive school who came into our school on Wednesday morning and performed a variety of superb dance routines. Our children were truly impressed with the talent you all exuded.

Special Visitor

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:06:49 +0000

Bill Quay Primary School had a very special visitor who popped into school just before Christmas.

Can you guess who it was?

Christmas Shows

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:18:09 +0000

This week our pupils have been performing their Christmas Shows and they have all been a great success.

There are certainly some budding stars in the making!

Reception Class performed 'Jesus in a Manger' a traditional nativity play, their acting and singing was tremendous!

Year 1 and Year 2 performed 'A Creepy Crawly Christmas' a thoroughly entertaining show along with brilliant acting and singing from all of the children!

Year 3 performed 'A Tale of two Birthdays'. This tale had action, adventure, magical characters, lots of laughs along with a superb performance from all the children!

Year 4 & 5 performed 'Dick Whittington and his Cat' a popular and well-loved story about Dick, who was down on his luck and decided to head for the city of London to see if the streets were really paved with gold. The show had catchy songs, lots of laughs and of course a 'happy ever after' ending. Providing a great recipe for a thoroughly entertaining show along with fantastic acting and singing from all of the children.

Year 6 performed 'Hansel and Gretal an adaptation of the popular fairytale. Hansel was imprisoned while Gretal 'force fed' him in order to, as the old witch put it 'fatten him up for the Christmas pot! It was great fun to watch with its witty script, catchy songs and some real 'character acting' from the children.

Children rehearsing for their shows!

A Space Odyssey

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:06:19 +0000

This term, Year 4 pupils have been working with artist Susan Warlock to create some wonderful 2D canvas paintings based on the topic of space. Pupils drew what they imagined they could see outside of a spaceship. These drawings were then transferred to canvas and pupils used acrylic, 'glow in the dark' and glitter paints. Andrew Adams said, "We learnt how to mix paints and create nice colours."

Children using acrylic, 'glow in the dark' and glitter paints!

Zoo Lab

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:33:46 +0000

This term, Year 2 pupils were treated to an alternative Nativity when Zoo Lab visited school! Pupils were given the opportunity to hold some of the animals which may have been in the stable in Bethlehem, but are often forgotten. These included: cockroaches, snakes and rabbits! Lucy Strophair said, "It was really good, because the man brought in some creepy animals. We got to hold a few and learnt about the story of Jesus. My favourite animal was the bunny rabbit, but I was scared of the tarantula!"

Year 2 pupils getting the opportunity to hold some of the animals.

Year 1 were also treated to a visit from Zoo Lab, they learnt in a fun way about the animals that live on the forest floor in the Rainforest.

The children enjoyed touching and holding everything from millipedes to snakes!!!

Multiskills Challenge

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:32:06 +0000

This term, pupils from Years 1-3 have taken part in multiskills challenges within our Heworth Cluster of schools.

Pupils did really well and had a fabulous time completing the activities.

Autumn Newsletter

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:55:18 +0000

18th December 2009

Friday Letter

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:34:43 +0000

11th January 2009

Friday Letter

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:52:07 +0000

4th December 2009

Friday Letter

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:34:33 +0000

27th Novembeer 2009

Centre for Life

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:33:55 +0000

Children in Year 4 and Year 5 visited the Centre for Life where they took park in an Astronaut Workshop which explored the problems faced by astronauts as they live and work in space. They also visited the planetarium where they explored the night sky and its constellations, travelled through the solar system and took a closer look at the moon and found out where shooting stars come from!! They also learnt about night and day, phases of the moon and why years are different lengths on other planets.

Children having fun taking part in the workshop.

Anti Bullying Week

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:12:42 +0000

16th - 20th November 2009

This week the whole school has been looking at Anti Bullying and our whole school assemblies have focused on why people bully and what can be done to stamp out bullying in Bill Quay School. PC Dixon joined one of our assemblies to talk to the children about cyberbullying and Key Stage 2 children took part in cyberbullying workshops with Miss McMullen, from Heworth Grange School.

Newsreel Project

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:46:20 +0000

Year 4 and Year 5 have been working for many weeks on the Newsreel Project and the day of filming finally arrived on the 12th November. Each of the production company had responsibility for their own Space related newsreel This has involved a lot of hard work for each and every member of the team in Pre-production by the creation of the scripts , rehearsal and practising. In addition the children were responsible for the collection and creation of the prop's which were going to be used. The day of the filming was a very enjoyable experience for all the children. Most were able to take on and perform different roles from being the camera person to sound operator, director and even Boom operator. All of our actors and actresses were outstanding (I can see Oscars from some in the future!) and were able to use some green screen technology. The final part of the day saw each Production team helping to edit the film and by adding in some sound and special effects. Most were able to see a rough cut of their final Newsreel by the end of the day. Overall the project was a great success as the children have a good understanding of the whole film making process. We are now looking forward to seeing the final versions in all of their glory as a screening at the Tyneside Cinemais being arranged.

Children working alongside the Newsreel team!!

Friday Letter

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:52:03 +0000

20th November 2009

National Book Week

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:34:35 +0000

To celebrate National Book Week we had a visit from Alan Durant 'the author', a book fair and on Friday, we all dressed up as a book character.

Can you spot the different book characters?

Alan Durant

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:27:13 +0000

On Tuesday 10th November author Alan Durant visited school and worked alongside each year group throughout the day. He told stories, read poems and answered our questions about being an author, which were sometimes rather tricky!!! He also explained where he got his inspiration from when writing his books such as Burger Boy, Flying South and Spider McDrew. He even found time at the end of the day to autograph a selection of his books.

Children enjoying one of Alan's stories.

School Council

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:21:18 +0000

Our school council invited P.C. Dixon along for a cup of coffee and a chat this week. They asked him lots of questions ranging from How long has he been in the job?, What would he be if he was not a P.C? to How many criminals have you caught?

They had a lovely morning, thank you P.C. Dixon.

Friday Letter

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:17:19 +0000

13th Novermber 2009

Broomhouse Farm

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:00:28 +0000

Year 1 visited Broomhouse Farm and thoroughly enjoyed picking turnips, feeding the pigs and even collected free range eggs for the farmer!!!

Children having fun picking turnips.

Children collecting free range eggs for the farmer!

Children enjoying riding around on the farm

Multi Skills Challenge

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:54:54 +0000

Year 2 visited Heworth Grange and completed a number of PE activies with the help of Heworth's Year 9 pupils. Our Year 2 children enjoyed the obstacle activity the best!

Heritage Centre

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:45:17 +0000

On Friday 23rd October, Year 2 visited the Heritage Centre at St. Mary's Church in Gateshead, where the children had the opportunity to learn lots of interesting facts about the Great Fire of Gateshead. They also enjoyed the role play and dressing up in clothes belonging to 1854!

A great day was had by all.

School Council Trip

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:15:38 +0000

On Wednesday 4th November Mrs Wearmouth took school councillors Holly, Lewis, Alice Freya, Ethan and Harrison to the Bewick Suite at Gateshead Civic Centre for a 'Power Breakfast' (working while eating). The children joined Highfield Community Primary School and Harlow Green Community Primary School, Gateshead Youth Council along with invited delegates such as the Mayor of Gateshead John Eagle, local MPs, Chief Constable of Northumbria Police Mike Craik, Cabinet Members and other Group Directors and Directors, in addressing the Group Director of Learning and Children and the Director of Children's Services at Gateshead Council, Dr Maggie Atkinson, "How are you listening to young people?".
The event was held to mark the second ever National 11 Million Takeover Day, on Friday, November 7th and of course to let the children's voices be heard and to enjoy a good breakfast.

Freya with the Mayor of Gateshead, John Eagle,

School Council News

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:04:56 +0000

On Friday 9th October Mrs Wearmouth and some school councillors went to the Lancastrian Suite for a Junior Conference with Gateshead Community Network. There were 17 school attending on the day, from the Gateshead area. They heard from speakers about Komatsu and Fair trade and were told about why Gateshead was chosen for their headquarters. The children were involved in workshops, questionnaires and presentations. At the interval the children were entertained by the magician 'Magic Mick' overall, they had a very interesting and fun day.

Children sharing their ideas.

Mia helping Magic Mick with one of his tricks!

Friday Letter

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:54:54 +0000

6th November 2009

Harvest Festival

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:11:05 +0000

Harvest Festival took place in the hall this year, at the end of half term. Children in both Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2 took part singing and performing to the community. Reverend Ranson spoke to pupils about thanking God for food at harvest time. Thanks to all the parents who attended and who donated food, which was given to the residents of Cromwell Court.

Friday Letter

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:17:44 +0000

23rd October 2009

Everybody Writes Day

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:25:14 +0000

To celebrate 'Everybody Writes Day' on Friday 16th October, an alien spaceship landed in the school garden! The day involved children writing newpaper articles about the incident and presenting them in an assembly at the end of the day. The children interviewed PC Dixon about the incident and his job. Clues such as an alien spaceship, a letter from the aliens and footprints were used to stimulate pupils' writing.

The forensic scientist examining the spaceship!

The alien footprint!

Children interviewing PC Dixon about the incident and his job.

National Schools Film Week

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:01:42 +0000

Every year Film Education organises a nationwide film festival called National Schools Film Week (NSFW) which takes place this year on 19th-23rd October. National Schools Film Week is the biggest event of its kind in the world for young people, it is a unique festival which provides schools across the UK with free trips to the cinema with the aim of exposing children to a wide range of films. This years theme is Creativity and Diversity and our Key Stage 2 children have had the opportunity to take part. They have visited Sunderland Empire Cinema and The Customs House, South Shields where they have enjoyed watching a film.

Autumn Term School Disco

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:34:52 +0000

A big 'Thank you' for the huge support on Wednesday night at the Autumn Term School Disco - it was fantastic to see so many children and adults attending which helped to raise £330 towards our school funds.

Friday Letter

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:42:37 +0000

16th October 2009