Robert Holme Academy

22/08/2026

Enjoying the summer rest, but my hands are practically glued to the window at this point! 🪟🤣 Don’t get me wrong, I love my own kids…..sometimes…..🤪 but I've officially had enough of them at home yet somehow I desperately miss my Robert Holme boys! I’m so ready to get back to the absolute love, energy, and chaos of our school family. Counting down the days until the family is back together to smash another year! 🎒💙 "

10/07/2026

I read an article once that said that children who attend specialist settings miss out on opportunities that children in mainstream have.

Less fun, less opportunities to make friends (if they choose to), on the whole an experience that means that they don’t have a fulfilled educational experience.

We disagree…We know that’s not the case…

We have children choosing to work and play collaboratively “who are not able to share space with peers”.

Children who “will never read” smashing stage 3 phonics.

Children for whom “a classroom environment is too overwhelming, he needs to be on his own and will only engage in topics that meets his own agenda” choosing to work in a classroom with two peers learning Maths, English and History.

And then we have days like today when we see mainstream schools having colour runs in the lead up to summer, and we think “can our children cope with that?” And then we remember we never say never, we never put a ceiling on what our children can achieve, we give our children the opportunity, we give our children choice around taking part and we support without pressure

…and it doesn’t matter if they choose to sit and watch and laugh at their teachers and peers from the sidelines, or if they end the day looking like an abstract work of colourful art…we end the day feeling immensely proud of our boys and everything they CAN do.🤩🥰🫶🏻

05/07/2026

01/07/2026

☀️💦 Friday Fun in the Sun at Robert Holme Academy! 💦☀️

It’s a little late to post but with bringing the hottest temperatures of the year, we swapped our usual afternoon plans for something a little more refreshing… a whole-school water afternoon! 🌊

Our pupils (and staff!) enjoyed splashing, laughing and cooling off together while making the most of the sunshine in a safe and supportive way.

As always at RHA, every activity is a learning opportunity. Throughout the afternoon we explored:
💧 The importance of staying hydrated.
🧴 Sun safety, including using sun cream, wearing hats and recognising when it’s time to find some shade.
🌊 Water safety, helping children understand how to enjoy water responsibly and safely.

One of the loveliest parts of the afternoon was seeing children from across the school choosing to play alongside different adults and peers. Opportunities like these help children develop confidence, communication and social skills in a natural, low-pressure environment.

Our team carefully supported everyone to recognise when excitement was becoming overwhelming, encouraging children to take breaks, regulate their emotions and then return to play when they felt ready. These moments are just as valuable as the fun itself, helping our pupils build lifelong self-regulation skills.

There were plenty of smiles, lots of laughter, a few very soggy staff members, and memories made that we’ll all be talking about for a while!

Lollipops were enjoyed and waterbombing the staff was all part of the fun!

At Robert Holme Academy, we know that learning doesn’t only happen at a desk. Sometimes it happens with a water pistol in one hand, a bucket in the other, and a trusted adult nearby helping children feel safe enough to simply be children.💚

01/07/2026

🦆 A Very Special Visit to Robert Holme Academy! 🦆

Today, our Beehive and Hedgehog Haven classes welcomed two very special feathered visitors… two beautiful Indian Runner Ducks! 💛 Chris and Debbie ducks! 💚

As part of our learning about farming, our pupils have been exploring where food comes from, how animals are cared for, and what life is like on a farm. In English, they worked hard to think of thoughtful questions to ask our duck owner, using their curiosity and developing communication skills.

The visit gave everyone the opportunity to:
🌾 Learn about caring for ducks and their daily needs.
🧴Learning about hygiene and health and safety.
🥚 Discover interesting facts about eggs and owning animals.
❓ Ask their own questions and build confidence in speaking and listening.
🪶 Experience hands-on learning by meeting the ducks up close.

There were plenty of smiles, lots of fascinating questions, and a few happy quacks along the way! Experiences like these help bring learning to life and create memories that last far beyond the classroom.

Thanks for sharing knowledge, passion, and two very well-behaved ducks with us today. We loved every minute! 🦆💚

23/06/2026

18/06/2026

Tomorrow is going to be a hot one 🥵 Please can all children be dressed as lightly as possible , we do have hats, suncream etc but as the children struggle to identify when they are too hot it would be great if they don’t have layers if sensory needs permit 🌞

05/06/2026

Next week we are starting to use beef from East Marsh Farm in Goxhill for some of our school meals.

As a small school, we like to support local businesses where we can, and it doesn’t get much more local than this. If we’re asking children to learn about their community, where food comes from and how to make healthy choices, then it makes sense to bring those lessons to life wherever possible.

For many of our children, food can be a huge sensory and emotional experience. Some have a limited range of foods they feel comfortable eating, whilst others can feel anxious about trying something new. We are always looking for ways to encourage curiosity, exploration and positive relationships with food without pressure or judgement. Understanding where food comes from and being able to connect it to real people and places helps build those positive experiences.

We’re also very excited that Farmer Amie will be visiting us soon to teach the children about farming, caring for animals, food production and the journey from farm to plate. We know the children will have lots of questions, and it will be a fantastic opportunity to bring their learning to life through real experiences and real conversations.

We’re proud to be investing in our local community, reducing food miles and providing high quality ingredients for our children. Small choices like these help our children develop a greater understanding of the world around them while supporting the people who make our local community such a special place.

Now, whether the children embrace locally sourced beef and a newfound passion for farming, or continue their unwavering commitment to beige food and chicken nuggets, remains to be seen… but we’re giving it our best shot! 😂🐄🚜

LOCAL BEEF IN A LOCAL SCHOOL 🇬🇧

A few weeks ago, Debbie got in touch to ask whether we could supply the school she works at with locally produced beef each month.

The answer was absolutely YES 🙌🏻

There’s something incredibly rewarding about seeing local beef being served in a local school. Our cattle are farmed with care just 15 miles from the school, giving complete traceability and allowing the children to know exactly where their food comes from.

We firmly believe that more locally sourced produce should be making its way onto school menus. Not only does it support local farmers and businesses, but it also helps children develop a greater understanding of food production, sustainability, and the journey from farm to fork. 🇬🇧

In a few weeks, I’ll be visiting the school to talk to the children about the beef we produce, the work that goes into farming & caring for our animals, and why it’s so important to understand where our food comes from.

A huge thank you to RHA for supporting local farming 💛

20/05/2026

https://www.autismtoothcare.com/toothbrushing/preparing-to-brush/getting-ready-to-brush/getting-where-you-brush-ready

Tips on introducing and guiding a plastic toothbrush and how these toothbrushes can align with the needs and preferences of autistic children.

14/05/2026

📰📚Today is a day to think about the phonics achievements we have seen in the past few weeks. 🍎🌟We are so proud of every child in our nurture provision for achieving their phonics level and moving up in the last 2 weeks!🌟🍎