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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

Thursday 28th March - Year 3 Learning Update
28/03/2024 12:00 AM
Thursday 28th March - Year 3 Learning Update

Year 3 have shown an excellent attitude to their learning over the past two weeks and we know they very much deserve the Easter break!

We have completed our Iron Man book study in English and this culminated in writing a book review which included our favourite parts of the story and who we would recommend this to. Alongside this, we finished our clay tile inspired by the work of Eduardo Paolozzi by painting it using metallic colours to give it the feel of a metal piece of artwork.

In Maths, we have been learning how to round 3 digit numbers to the nearest ten. We have been using our knowledge of place value to help with this skill and we have used our mental maths skills to add and subtract our rounded numbers to form an estimate.

We completed our Iron Man dance and performed this to our classmates. Next term, we will be moving onto our athletics unit of work.

Willow Class said goodbye to Miss Schofield today as she has completed her final teaching placement. We wish her lots of luck in her future teaching career and look forward to her visiting us soon!

Year 4 Keyboard Concert
27/03/2024 2:45 PM
Year 4 Keyboard Concert

We are thrilled to share the incredible success of today's Y4 Listen2Me Keyboard Concert, featuring the pupils from Redwood and Jackalberry Classes!  Throughout the term, these musicians have been honing their skills during weekly whole class keyboard lessons as part of the Hampshire Music Service Listen2Me Scheme.  Today's concert was the culmination of their hard work and dedication, as they showcased what they've learned.

 

The turnout from parents was absolutely amazing, with an enthusiastic audience filling the hall to support our young performers. It was a heartwarming sight to see the children's faces light up as they played for a live audience, demonstrating not only their musical abilities but also their confidence and stage presence.

 

We extend our gratitude to Mr. Garrod from Hampshire Music Service for his invaluable guidance and support throughout the term. His expertise and passion for music have truly inspired our pupils and enriched their learning experience.

 

Congratulations to all the pupils, parents, and staff involved in making this event a resounding success!  

Teaching Assistant Maths Training
27/03/2024 9:00 AM
Teaching Assistant Maths Training

Yesterday, all of the teaching assistants (TAs) at BWJS participated in a mathematics training session delivered by Multiply, a government-funded initiative. They explored addressing maths anxiety among pupils by creating a positive learning environment and promoting mathematical proficiency. By equipping TAs with strategies to recognize and address maths anxiety, they can better support pupils who may struggle with this issue.

 

Furthermore, they discussed the effective use of resources and scaffolding techniques as an essential step to helping pupils achieve their full potential in mathematics. Various resources were modelled and highlighted, allowing TAs the opportunity to see and discuss how mathematical concepts can be made more accessible and engaging for pupils. Each TA received a goodie bag filled with these resources, creating a toolkit for them to use in the classroom!

 

Many thanks to Jenny and Alina from Multiply for running such an engaging and useful course for our TAs, allowing them to feel more equipped with supporting pupils within maths. 

Y6 Pupils Shine Through Rain and Shine in Bikeability Scheme
28/03/2024 10:30 AM
Y6 Pupils Shine Through Rain and Shine in Bikeability Scheme

This week, our Year 6 pupils have been actively participating in the Bikeability Scheme, a program aimed at developing crucial life skills through cycling. Managed by The Bikeability Trust and supported by dedicated instructors, this initiative focuses on empowering students to cycle confidently and competently on today's roads.

 

Despite the challenging weather conditions, with torrid rain and wind battering Bishop's Waltham, our pupils have shown remarkable perseverance and determination. They've embraced the opportunity to enhance their cycling proficiency, demonstrating resilience and a willingness to learn.

 

We extend our gratitude to the amazing team of Bikeability Instructors who have worked tirelessly with our Y6 pupils throughout the week. Their dedication and support have been instrumental in ensuring the success of this program.

 

Bikeability isn't just about riding bikes; it's about instilling invaluable life skills in our students. By navigating the roads safely and confidently, they're not only becoming proficient cyclists but also developing essential skills for life.

 

We couldn't be prouder of our Y6 pupils for their commitment and enthusiasm, even in the face of adverse weather conditions. Their achievements exemplify the spirit of determination and resilience that we aim to cultivate at our school.

 

 

Year 5 Update - Thursday 28th March 2024
28/03/2024 9:00 AM
Year 5 Update - Thursday 28th March 2024

Year 5 Round Up!

 

As the Spring Term draws to a close, our Year 5 students have been keeping busy right up to the last hour! Here's a glimpse into what we've been up to:

 

Milestones Take Over Day: Our year group had an absolute blast immersing themselves in a variety of exciting activities! The Dragon Patcher and Lego bridge building were definite highlights - sparking creativity and teamwork.

 

Guided Reading Adventures: We've been delving into the world of poetry, exploring a range of fantastic poems and selecting our personal favourites to delve deeper into.

 

Maths Marvels: Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages took centre stage in our Maths lessons, as we delved into their equivalents. Our solid times table knowledge has proven invaluable in mastering these concepts!

 

English Exploration: Inspired by the short video "The Piano," we've embarked on a journey of creativity and storytelling. From freeze frames to narrative writing, we've brought this captivating clip to life in our own unique ways.

 

Design & Technology Delights: Over the past few weeks, DT has been our main focus, concluding in the creation of our very own soft toys! It's been a test of patience, but we're immensely proud of the results.

 

As we bid farewell to the Spring Term, we're filled with pride for all the hard work, creativity, and enthusiasm demonstrated by our Year 5 students. Here's to an equally exciting and rewarding Summer Term ahead!

Thursday 28th March - Year 3 Learning Update
28/03/2024 12:00 AM
Thursday 28th March - Year 3 Learning Update

Year 3 have shown an excellent attitude to their learning over the past two weeks and we know they very much deserve the Easter break!

We have completed our Iron Man book study in English and this culminated in writing a book review which included our favourite parts of the story and who we would recommend this to. Alongside this, we finished our clay tile inspired by the work of Eduardo Paolozzi by painting it using metallic colours to give it the feel of a metal piece of artwork.

In Maths, we have been learning how to round 3 digit numbers to the nearest ten. We have been using our knowledge of place value to help with this skill and we have used our mental maths skills to add and subtract our rounded numbers to form an estimate.

We completed our Iron Man dance and performed this to our classmates. Next term, we will be moving onto our athletics unit of work.

Willow Class said goodbye to Miss Schofield today as she has completed her final teaching placement. We wish her lots of luck in her future teaching career and look forward to her visiting us soon!

Year 4 Keyboard Concert
27/03/2024 2:45 PM
Year 4 Keyboard Concert

We are thrilled to share the incredible success of today's Y4 Listen2Me Keyboard Concert, featuring the pupils from Redwood and Jackalberry Classes!  Throughout the term, these musicians have been honing their skills during weekly whole class keyboard lessons as part of the Hampshire Music Service Listen2Me Scheme.  Today's concert was the culmination of their hard work and dedication, as they showcased what they've learned.

 

The turnout from parents was absolutely amazing, with an enthusiastic audience filling the hall to support our young performers. It was a heartwarming sight to see the children's faces light up as they played for a live audience, demonstrating not only their musical abilities but also their confidence and stage presence.

 

We extend our gratitude to Mr. Garrod from Hampshire Music Service for his invaluable guidance and support throughout the term. His expertise and passion for music have truly inspired our pupils and enriched their learning experience.

 

Congratulations to all the pupils, parents, and staff involved in making this event a resounding success!  

Teaching Assistant Maths Training
27/03/2024 9:00 AM
Teaching Assistant Maths Training

Yesterday, all of the teaching assistants (TAs) at BWJS participated in a mathematics training session delivered by Multiply, a government-funded initiative. They explored addressing maths anxiety among pupils by creating a positive learning environment and promoting mathematical proficiency. By equipping TAs with strategies to recognize and address maths anxiety, they can better support pupils who may struggle with this issue.

 

Furthermore, they discussed the effective use of resources and scaffolding techniques as an essential step to helping pupils achieve their full potential in mathematics. Various resources were modelled and highlighted, allowing TAs the opportunity to see and discuss how mathematical concepts can be made more accessible and engaging for pupils. Each TA received a goodie bag filled with these resources, creating a toolkit for them to use in the classroom!

 

Many thanks to Jenny and Alina from Multiply for running such an engaging and useful course for our TAs, allowing them to feel more equipped with supporting pupils within maths. 

Y6 Pupils Shine Through Rain and Shine in Bikeability Scheme
28/03/2024 10:30 AM
Y6 Pupils Shine Through Rain and Shine in Bikeability Scheme

This week, our Year 6 pupils have been actively participating in the Bikeability Scheme, a program aimed at developing crucial life skills through cycling. Managed by The Bikeability Trust and supported by dedicated instructors, this initiative focuses on empowering students to cycle confidently and competently on today's roads.

 

Despite the challenging weather conditions, with torrid rain and wind battering Bishop's Waltham, our pupils have shown remarkable perseverance and determination. They've embraced the opportunity to enhance their cycling proficiency, demonstrating resilience and a willingness to learn.

 

We extend our gratitude to the amazing team of Bikeability Instructors who have worked tirelessly with our Y6 pupils throughout the week. Their dedication and support have been instrumental in ensuring the success of this program.

 

Bikeability isn't just about riding bikes; it's about instilling invaluable life skills in our students. By navigating the roads safely and confidently, they're not only becoming proficient cyclists but also developing essential skills for life.

 

We couldn't be prouder of our Y6 pupils for their commitment and enthusiasm, even in the face of adverse weather conditions. Their achievements exemplify the spirit of determination and resilience that we aim to cultivate at our school.

 

 

Year 5 Update - Thursday 28th March 2024
28/03/2024 9:00 AM
Year 5 Update - Thursday 28th March 2024

Year 5 Round Up!

 

As the Spring Term draws to a close, our Year 5 students have been keeping busy right up to the last hour! Here's a glimpse into what we've been up to:

 

Milestones Take Over Day: Our year group had an absolute blast immersing themselves in a variety of exciting activities! The Dragon Patcher and Lego bridge building were definite highlights - sparking creativity and teamwork.

 

Guided Reading Adventures: We've been delving into the world of poetry, exploring a range of fantastic poems and selecting our personal favourites to delve deeper into.

 

Maths Marvels: Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages took centre stage in our Maths lessons, as we delved into their equivalents. Our solid times table knowledge has proven invaluable in mastering these concepts!

 

English Exploration: Inspired by the short video "The Piano," we've embarked on a journey of creativity and storytelling. From freeze frames to narrative writing, we've brought this captivating clip to life in our own unique ways.

 

Design & Technology Delights: Over the past few weeks, DT has been our main focus, concluding in the creation of our very own soft toys! It's been a test of patience, but we're immensely proud of the results.

 

As we bid farewell to the Spring Term, we're filled with pride for all the hard work, creativity, and enthusiasm demonstrated by our Year 5 students. Here's to an equally exciting and rewarding Summer Term ahead!

Thursday 28th March - Year 3 Learning Update
28/03/2024 12:00 AM
Thursday 28th March - Year 3 Learning Update

Year 3 have shown an excellent attitude to their learning over the past two weeks and we know they very much deserve the Easter break!

We have completed our Iron Man book study in English and this culminated in writing a book review which included our favourite parts of the story and who we would recommend this to. Alongside this, we finished our clay tile inspired by the work of Eduardo Paolozzi by painting it using metallic colours to give it the feel of a metal piece of artwork.

In Maths, we have been learning how to round 3 digit numbers to the nearest ten. We have been using our knowledge of place value to help with this skill and we have used our mental maths skills to add and subtract our rounded numbers to form an estimate.

We completed our Iron Man dance and performed this to our classmates. Next term, we will be moving onto our athletics unit of work.

Willow Class said goodbye to Miss Schofield today as she has completed her final teaching placement. We wish her lots of luck in her future teaching career and look forward to her visiting us soon!

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