Harrowgate Hill Primary School

On Wednesday we officially received the Carolyn McTimoney plaque in recognition of the scholarship award we won in September.
We are extremely proud of this achievement and wanted to share the news with you all. This recognition means a great deal to us, and we’re grateful for the support that made it possible.
Thank you to everyone for being part of our journey.

Darlington school awarded year of therapy support in memory of Carolyn Harrowgate Hill Primary School in Darlington has been awarded a year of occupational therapy support through the Carolyn McTimoney Occupational…

Yesterday, some of our children attended the Aquasplash Festival to develop confidence and experience in the water. The children swam in many events and had fun! The children represented the school brilliantly.

A special mention must go out to some of our Year 6 pupils who came along to support. Olivia, Abigail and Jake W supported children from both our school and other schools. They were highly praised by the organisers and other schools who attended the event!

Well done to everyone who went yesterday! A great day for all!

Intent: To engage new / target groups of young people (tackling inequalities) and to engage wider stakeholders.

Well done to the recent winners of our school season ticket to see Darlington FC play. These children have been spotted being active during breaktimes and for having a positive attitude!

Today, some of our Year 3 and 4 children attended a tennis festival. The children worked on tennis skills and coordination. The children had a great time!

Intent: To improve knowledge and understanding of sport and physical activity and to improve health and wellbeing – 60 active minutes.

Please be reminded that school closes tomorrow at 1:30pm!!!!

Last week we held our Winter Dash in school. The children had lots of fun getting active on the yard. We were very impressed with some of the winter hats on display. It was great to see so many children get involved. Well don HHPS!

Some of our children attended a dodgeball festival today. This is something new we have added to our curriculum this year and the children seem to be really enjoying it. Well done everyone!

Intent: To develop confidence and competence within physical activity / sport skills and to build social skills and connections – a sense of belonging.

A reminder that our coffee morning is taking place tomorrow at 9am until 9:40am.

The hall doors will be open for all parents and carers to pop in and have a hot drink and a biscuit and a chat with friends.!!

We hope to see you there!!!