School Improvements

Chicken Run Gets a Makeover - January 2012

As the winter set in the chicken's area became a mud patch. Pupils love to look at them during break times but this was causing problems as everyone was getting covered in mud. So the chicken monitors had a meeting with a local landscape gardener and a plan was formed. The area has been transformed with bark and is now a much more pleasant place to be for the chickens and their admirers.

Before the makeover... a muddy mess!		The area is marked out.
Men at work.		The finished result after the makeover.

Mezzanine Play Areas - 1 September 2011

Two exciting discoveries await the new Year 1 classes - mezzanine play areas have been installed in the Year 1 classrooms.

Before...		During...
After. Finished in Y1P.		The new play area in Y1M.

Reprographics Areas - Summer 2011

During the summer break, Mr Thornton was kept busy by creating some new storage areas and a purpose built area for reprographics. The finished product is stunning and will be put to good use during the new term.

Lots of work to be done.		Old cupboards removed ready for the new area.
The new reprographics area.		New storage.

Sensory Garden – Summer 2011

With the help of pupils, parents, staff, local businesses and friends of the Abbey a sensory garden has been created. On a lovely Saturday morning a hard working group transformed the once over grown area. A non-uniform day provided the plants that would soon flourish for all to enjoy. Lunch time supervisors and Year 6 rangers look after the plot to ensure that the area can thrive. As the area grows and becomes established we look forward to the adventures and learning opportunities it will provide.

Plans for the garden.		Getting the area ready for planting.
Look how the sunflowers have grown!		Year 6 Rangers and lunchtime supervisors.
The new plants are ready.		Teamwork was required.
The area was overgrown and unused.		Dig in Mrs P. You can do it!
Everyone got involved with essential preparation work.		Are they working or cuddling?
Tomlinsons volunteers and pupils doing some heavy work!		The team of volunteers thoroughly enjoyed their Saturday morning. Thank you everyone!

Playground is Refurbished - 25 July 2011

Staff and pupils were asked for ideas about what they wanted to see in the playground improvements. These suggestions were transformed during the first day of the Summer break. There are new courts and pitches laid out; many letter and number games and activities. The bright and vibrant colours really make the playground come alive.

Staff and pupils make suggestions for the playground.		Before the playground improvements.
Workmen in the playground.		Melting the numbers onto the floor.
Colourful playground number fun.		Number fun everywhere! We love Maths!

Year 2 Wall is Demolished - 23 July 2011

The new Year 2 classroom had a big problem - but not for long! There was a wall that was in the way. One Saturday morning, some friends of the school soon rectified the problem. After tidying up and a fresh coat of paint you can’t even tell there was ever a wall there!

Before... a wall.

After... gone!

Outdoor Learning Environment - 20 July 2011

The sensory garden and outdoor learning area is really beginning to take shape. The pagoda has been painted and the roof has been fitted. Pupils will soon be able to enjoy an outdoor learning experience whatever the weather.

Building the outdoor learning area.

Outdoor learning are complete.

Foundation Stage Makeover - July 2011

The whole of Foundation Stage has been spruced up in preparation for the new intake to join in September. Year 6 pupils lent a hand to get the job done. We are proud of our 'new-look' classroom and look forward to when it is filled with our new pupils.

Year 6 pupils got involved.		We all lent a hand.
A fresh coat of paint.		A new-look Reception class.

New School Gate - May 2011

To allow easier access for parents to collect children from after school clubs we installed an extra gate along the school drive.

Cutting a hole in the fence.

Mrs R supervising the installation.

Office Refurb - February 2011

Even when our School Office is closed, visitors can share our motto 'Learning to follow in the footsteps of Jesus with our friends, family and Parish.

Security doors ensure everybody is safe and sound.

Our badge and motto on display.

Ongoing Decoration Maintaining High Standards - November 2010

Just like at home, once we thought we had finished repainting classrooms and corridors in school, we realised we needed to go back to the start. Keeping our school well presented, clean and fresh is an ongoing task.

Year 6 students chose the colours they would like their classroom to be painted, with some striking results.

Our thanks go to Mr Thornton, our Buildings and Site Manager for his hard work repainting the Year 6 classroom.

Year 6 classroom gets a make-over.

A bright and cheery classroom reflecting the personalities of the students using it.

Staffroom gets a Makeover - September 2010

Following consultation with staff, a much needed make-over of the staffroom was delivered. A place to relax was provided by two sofas, a place to work was utilised by installing laptop work stations and a place to eat was provided for by adding stylish round tables. New pigeon holes and lockers ensure that the staffroom is functional, comfortable and a lovely place to relax in.

Laptop stations.		Lockers for all the staff.
Staff seating area.		A much needed facelift.

New Tyre Park - Autumn 2010

We are constantly aiming to make our school the best that it can be. To further develop our playground area we have installed a Tyre Park. So far it has been a great success and everyone absolutely loves it! Even some mommy's and daddy's were trying to have a go at hometime!

Students are consulted and the first plan is put together.		Work begins on the Tyre Park.
The first tyres go into place.		Now it's starting to look like a Tyre Park.

New Entrance and Office - Spring/Summer 2010

As our school has grown in numbers over the years, our school office has remained the same size. Starting in Spring 2010 you will notice some changes to our school entrance and the school office to enable more working space for our dedicated team of administrative staff.

The front door to school will be moved forward to allow a secure area for visitors, this will further strengthen our safeguarding procedures as well as providing a ramp to ensure easier access to school.

Whilst the building work is carried out, our current front door and entrance will be out of bounds to children, parents and staff. The school office will be temporarily relocated in what is currently the library. Access to this is down the pathway that runs alongside the front of school, we ask for your co-operation during this transition period.

We will keep you updated with progress on the building project with regular photographs and hope to have all building work completed before the 2010 Summer holidays.

March 2010 The front entrance, due to be changed.		March 2010 Close-up of the front entrance.
June 2010 Building work contines.		June 2010 Easy access ramp footings being installed.
June 2010 Installing new lights and ceiling.		June 2010 It's too late to change our minds now!
June 2010 Maing a new doorway for the fully accessibile toilet.		June 2010 New reception window installed.
June 2010 Ramp installed - awaiting railings.		June 2010 The new office takes shape.
June 2010 Walls and doors knocked through.		June 2010 Furniture being assembled- we're nearly finished!