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At our school each child is valued and their unique set of skills and talents developed so that they can ‘be the best that they can be’. Our belief is that learning should be exciting and engaging. We want every child to leave our school ready for the next stage in their education and with a real appetite for learning.

We have high aspirations for every child that attends our school and a strong track record of achieving academic success. Equally, we ensure children at Bishop’s Waltham Junior are able to explore their full range of talents and interests.

Alongside a stimulating and varied curriculum, we offer a range of sporting, musical and artistic enrichment activities including successful sports clubs, drama productions and music concerts.

We place great emphasis on developing children’s personal skills and believe in the importance of developing kind, caring and respectful individuals. Behaviour in our school is very good and we offer children high quality care and pastoral support. We have strong systems in place to support children with additional learning needs and have a fully qualified Special Needs Co-ordinator on the staff team.

I am incredibly proud to be the Headteacher of Bishop’s Waltham Junior School and of the children and staff who contribute so much to the life of the school.

If you would like to find out more about the school or to arrange a visit please do not hesitate to contact us.

Darren Campbell

Headteacher

A place where excellence, effort and happiness are valued in equal measure.   

News

Year 5 Update - Friday 14th March 2024
15/03/2024 9:00 AM
Year 5 Update - Friday 14th March 2024

Science Week SpectacularOur students embarked on a thrilling scientific adventure during Science Week, where they delved into the mysteries of chromatography, journeyed to the depths of outer space, and explored the wonders of marine life with expert marine biologists. They also gained invaluable insights into the world of healthcare through a captivating talk by a paediatrician at QA hospital. With each experience, they expanded their horizons and fuelled their curiosity for the world around them.

 

Empowering Lifesavers: Over the past few weeks, our students have been equipped with life-saving first aid skills through Meon Valley Heart Start. This week, they focused on CPR training, gaining essential knowledge and practical skills that could one day make a difference in an emergency situation. It's not just about learning; it's about empowering our students to be proactive and confident in helping others in need.

 

Celebrating World Book Day: Wednesday was a celebration of imagination and storytelling as our students dove into the enchanting world of books. From participating in a BBC lesson to engaging in fun quizzes and activities, they celebrated the magic of reading and the power of storytelling to transport us to new worlds and ignite our imagination.

 

Mastering Mathematics: In the realm of mathematics, our students have been sharpening their skills in fractions and measures. From adding and subtracting fractions to converting fractions of measures for solving real-world word problems, they've tackled each mathematical challenge with resilience and determination, laying a solid foundation for future mathematical proficiency.

 

Exploring Perspectives: Through a final balanced argument piece, our students delved into the complexities of owning a mobile phone. With insightful analysis and thoughtful reflection, they examined the pros and cons, ultimately drawing their own conclusions.

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Friday 15th March 2024 - Year 3 Learning Update
15/03/2024 7:00 AM
Friday 15th March 2024 - Year 3 Learning Update

Year 3 throughly enjoyed World Book Day on Wednesday - they took part in lots of different activities including making book characters from wooden spoons, sharing their powerful paragraphs from their favourite books and listening to film soundtracks and matching these to the title of the original book.

 

The children have revisited addition and subtraction and been using the compact methods for both. They have been practising using these methods with mixed word problems.

 

In English, we are writing book reviews and this is linked to the Iron Man. We have practised using complex sentences to help add detail to our book reviews.

 

In Art, we are continuing to learn about the artist Eduardo Paolozzi and use his work to inspire Iron Man art work. 

 

Have a lovely weekend 

(Year 3 Team)

Celebrating World Book Day at BWJS!
13/03/2024 2:30 PM
Celebrating World Book Day at BWJS!

Last week, while our Year 6 pupils were off on an unforgettable residential trip, we eagerly anticipated celebrating World Book Day today, a week later than the rest of the world. Mrs. Daniels, our Deputy Headteacher, orchestrated a marvelous array of activities to ensure that pupils, staff, and parents alike could fully immerse themselves in the magic of books.

 

The day kicked off with a delightful 'Booky Breakfast' in the school hall, where pupils and their parents came together to enjoy the simple pleasure of sharing a good book.

 

In our assembly, we were honored to host children's author Kerry McIntosh, who enthralled all our pupils with tales from her latest book, 'Rory Green - Secret Agent to the Queen.' Following her inspirational talk, Kerry distributed signed copies of her book to the top two pupils from each class who emerged victorious in our 'Guess the Teacher and Book' competition. Staff members cunningly disguised themselves with their chosen books, and pupils had a blast unraveling the mystery.

 

Adding to the excitement, a local parent and Independent Usborne Partner set up a captivating book fair right here at our school. Every class had the opportunity to explore the wonderful selection of books on display, and each child received a £1 World Book Day token to put toward their literary treasures. Books can still be purchased from the book fair online by visiting https://usborne.com/gb/uevent?event=655e9845fb3a360e8780361df51bc04b

 

Throughout the day, pupils were engaged in a variety of enriching activities. Year 3 pupils got creative with 'character spoons,' while others enjoyed listening to a range of captivating audiobooks. There were games of book-themed charades, sessions of 'Sharing a Powerful Paragraph,' and even a soundtrack activity where pupils matched film soundtracks to their corresponding books. Plus, we delved into the 'Bringing Books to Life' series on BBC Teach, where celebrity presenters shared their favorite books and insights.

 

What a day it was! The joy and enthusiasm for books were palpable, and it was heartwarming to see everyone - from our youngest readers to our seasoned staff - coming together to celebrate the magic of storytelling. Here's to many more adventures in the wonderful world of books!

 

Check out more photos on the school Facebook page:

 

https://www.facebook.com/BWJuniorSchool/

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RED NOSE DAY 2024
15/03/2024 4:05 PM
RED NOSE DAY 2024

A final day total of £189! WOW! Well done BWJS.

 

A sea of red this afternoon in celebration assembly!

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RED NOSE DAY 2024
15/03/2024 11:00 AM
RED NOSE DAY 2024

Well done BWJS for your AMAZING effort today! You all look fabulous and very, very RED!

 

We are currently on a total of £164 raised, as a school, for Comic Relief. Well done everyone!

 

Here are our 'most red' winners from each class!

 

3W - Amelie & Harlow

3G - Casey & India

3M - Zachary & Lettie

4A - Lucy

4J  - Kayla

4R - Annabel

5E - Oliver & Lottie

5T - Ava

5S - Tyler & Lucy

6C - Layla

6B - Isla & Olivia

 

Well done everyone for your efforts. It was really hard to choose 1 winner from each class so some classes had to choose 2!

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Year 5 Update - Friday 14th March 2024
15/03/2024 9:00 AM
Year 5 Update - Friday 14th March 2024

Science Week SpectacularOur students embarked on a thrilling scientific adventure during Science Week, where they delved into the mysteries of chromatography, journeyed to the depths of outer space, and explored the wonders of marine life with expert marine biologists. They also gained invaluable insights into the world of healthcare through a captivating talk by a paediatrician at QA hospital. With each experience, they expanded their horizons and fuelled their curiosity for the world around them.

 

Empowering Lifesavers: Over the past few weeks, our students have been equipped with life-saving first aid skills through Meon Valley Heart Start. This week, they focused on CPR training, gaining essential knowledge and practical skills that could one day make a difference in an emergency situation. It's not just about learning; it's about empowering our students to be proactive and confident in helping others in need.

 

Celebrating World Book Day: Wednesday was a celebration of imagination and storytelling as our students dove into the enchanting world of books. From participating in a BBC lesson to engaging in fun quizzes and activities, they celebrated the magic of reading and the power of storytelling to transport us to new worlds and ignite our imagination.

 

Mastering Mathematics: In the realm of mathematics, our students have been sharpening their skills in fractions and measures. From adding and subtracting fractions to converting fractions of measures for solving real-world word problems, they've tackled each mathematical challenge with resilience and determination, laying a solid foundation for future mathematical proficiency.

 

Exploring Perspectives: Through a final balanced argument piece, our students delved into the complexities of owning a mobile phone. With insightful analysis and thoughtful reflection, they examined the pros and cons, ultimately drawing their own conclusions.

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Friday 15th March 2024 - Year 3 Learning Update
15/03/2024 7:00 AM
Friday 15th March 2024 - Year 3 Learning Update

Year 3 throughly enjoyed World Book Day on Wednesday - they took part in lots of different activities including making book characters from wooden spoons, sharing their powerful paragraphs from their favourite books and listening to film soundtracks and matching these to the title of the original book.

 

The children have revisited addition and subtraction and been using the compact methods for both. They have been practising using these methods with mixed word problems.

 

In English, we are writing book reviews and this is linked to the Iron Man. We have practised using complex sentences to help add detail to our book reviews.

 

In Art, we are continuing to learn about the artist Eduardo Paolozzi and use his work to inspire Iron Man art work. 

 

Have a lovely weekend 

(Year 3 Team)

Celebrating World Book Day at BWJS!
13/03/2024 2:30 PM
Celebrating World Book Day at BWJS!

Last week, while our Year 6 pupils were off on an unforgettable residential trip, we eagerly anticipated celebrating World Book Day today, a week later than the rest of the world. Mrs. Daniels, our Deputy Headteacher, orchestrated a marvelous array of activities to ensure that pupils, staff, and parents alike could fully immerse themselves in the magic of books.

 

The day kicked off with a delightful 'Booky Breakfast' in the school hall, where pupils and their parents came together to enjoy the simple pleasure of sharing a good book.

 

In our assembly, we were honored to host children's author Kerry McIntosh, who enthralled all our pupils with tales from her latest book, 'Rory Green - Secret Agent to the Queen.' Following her inspirational talk, Kerry distributed signed copies of her book to the top two pupils from each class who emerged victorious in our 'Guess the Teacher and Book' competition. Staff members cunningly disguised themselves with their chosen books, and pupils had a blast unraveling the mystery.

 

Adding to the excitement, a local parent and Independent Usborne Partner set up a captivating book fair right here at our school. Every class had the opportunity to explore the wonderful selection of books on display, and each child received a £1 World Book Day token to put toward their literary treasures. Books can still be purchased from the book fair online by visiting https://usborne.com/gb/uevent?event=655e9845fb3a360e8780361df51bc04b

 

Throughout the day, pupils were engaged in a variety of enriching activities. Year 3 pupils got creative with 'character spoons,' while others enjoyed listening to a range of captivating audiobooks. There were games of book-themed charades, sessions of 'Sharing a Powerful Paragraph,' and even a soundtrack activity where pupils matched film soundtracks to their corresponding books. Plus, we delved into the 'Bringing Books to Life' series on BBC Teach, where celebrity presenters shared their favorite books and insights.

 

What a day it was! The joy and enthusiasm for books were palpable, and it was heartwarming to see everyone - from our youngest readers to our seasoned staff - coming together to celebrate the magic of storytelling. Here's to many more adventures in the wonderful world of books!

 

Check out more photos on the school Facebook page:

 

https://www.facebook.com/BWJuniorSchool/

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RED NOSE DAY 2024
15/03/2024 4:05 PM
RED NOSE DAY 2024

A final day total of £189! WOW! Well done BWJS.

 

A sea of red this afternoon in celebration assembly!

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RED NOSE DAY 2024
15/03/2024 11:00 AM
RED NOSE DAY 2024

Well done BWJS for your AMAZING effort today! You all look fabulous and very, very RED!

 

We are currently on a total of £164 raised, as a school, for Comic Relief. Well done everyone!

 

Here are our 'most red' winners from each class!

 

3W - Amelie & Harlow

3G - Casey & India

3M - Zachary & Lettie

4A - Lucy

4J  - Kayla

4R - Annabel

5E - Oliver & Lottie

5T - Ava

5S - Tyler & Lucy

6C - Layla

6B - Isla & Olivia

 

Well done everyone for your efforts. It was really hard to choose 1 winner from each class so some classes had to choose 2!

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Year 5 Update - Friday 14th March 2024
15/03/2024 9:00 AM
Year 5 Update - Friday 14th March 2024

Science Week SpectacularOur students embarked on a thrilling scientific adventure during Science Week, where they delved into the mysteries of chromatography, journeyed to the depths of outer space, and explored the wonders of marine life with expert marine biologists. They also gained invaluable insights into the world of healthcare through a captivating talk by a paediatrician at QA hospital. With each experience, they expanded their horizons and fuelled their curiosity for the world around them.

 

Empowering Lifesavers: Over the past few weeks, our students have been equipped with life-saving first aid skills through Meon Valley Heart Start. This week, they focused on CPR training, gaining essential knowledge and practical skills that could one day make a difference in an emergency situation. It's not just about learning; it's about empowering our students to be proactive and confident in helping others in need.

 

Celebrating World Book Day: Wednesday was a celebration of imagination and storytelling as our students dove into the enchanting world of books. From participating in a BBC lesson to engaging in fun quizzes and activities, they celebrated the magic of reading and the power of storytelling to transport us to new worlds and ignite our imagination.

 

Mastering Mathematics: In the realm of mathematics, our students have been sharpening their skills in fractions and measures. From adding and subtracting fractions to converting fractions of measures for solving real-world word problems, they've tackled each mathematical challenge with resilience and determination, laying a solid foundation for future mathematical proficiency.

 

Exploring Perspectives: Through a final balanced argument piece, our students delved into the complexities of owning a mobile phone. With insightful analysis and thoughtful reflection, they examined the pros and cons, ultimately drawing their own conclusions.

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