Bookwell School

It’s National Thank a Teacher Day! 🎉

To all the incredible teachers and support staff, we want to take this moment to express our utmost gratitude for all you do.

Your passion, commitment, and efforts do not go unnoticed.

Visit the website now and send a FREE, personalised limited edition personalised e-card, courtesy of the initiative!

This is a wonderful opportunity to brighten an educator's day and show them just how much their efforts mean to you and our community: https://bit.ly/3vzBNcO

Delighted to share that our talented Year 6 Cricket Team played exceptionally well in yesterday's competition at Whitehaven! 🏏 They managed to secure an impressive 5 out of 6 victories! 🥇
The weather couldn't have been better for their outstanding performance - sunny skies shining down on our team! 🌞 A huge round of applause to our players for their hard work and sportsmanship! 👏

BONUS! An extra treat this week with a couple of extra pictures from 2003. Hope it brings back some memorable memories for this class!

and who remembers the amazing concert, The Lemonade Kid at Wyndham School Theatre all those years ago? 2003! What a night it was! 🎤💫 So many memories🤩

What a fantastic day it was at our annual Sports Day! The energy was high, and the spirit of competition was alive and well. 🌟
A huge congratulations to the Blue Team for their outstanding performance. They emerged victorious not only as the Junior Winning Team but also as the Winning Infant Team! 🏆

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported. Let's continue to celebrate sportsmanship and teamwork! 💙

🌟 Today, our talented athletes at Bookwell participated in the exhilarating cross country race ready for Sports Day! 🏃‍♀️💨 Amidst cheers and high spirits, they all gave it their absolute best and ran their hearts out! 🏅💪

🙌 Huge congratulations to all our runners for their fantastic efforts and teamwork! 🌟🏆

🛹 We had an amazing day filled with laughter and new skills as our children learned how to skateboard! Huge thanks to Eleanor from Team Rubicon for her enthusiasm and patience in teaching some cool tricks to our students. 😊👏 Thankfully, all the fun didn't result in any broken bones! 🦴

A heartfelt thank you to the Friends of Egremont Castle for the beautiful D-Day ceremony held this morning. It was incredibly moving, and it was wonderful to see the children being a part of such an important event.

✨ Throwback Thursday! Remembering the day when Y4 made their own money containers. Do you still have yours? Share your memories and let us know.😀

Well done to our Y3 who went to Egremont Bowling Club yesterday to learn how to bowl. They also got to compete against other schools. They really enjoyed the time there, even with the weather. Thank you again to Egremont Bowling Club for inviting us and organising this event for the children.

Remembering when our school turned 100 in 1980 and we celebrated with a big sports day. Do you recognize anyone in these photos? 🤔 I wonder if anyone still has their Bookwell t-shirt from back then! Share your memories and tag your old school friends.

Exciting News! 🏆🎉
Our amazing children represented the school at the Panathlon Challenge yesterday and did exceptionally well! They came in 1st place and brought home a wonderful trophy and medals. 🥇🏆
A huge congratulations to all the children for their hard work. We are so proud of you!

At Breakfast Club it was buzzing with fun and laughter today! The children were having a fantastic time enjoying their breakfast and diving into playful adventures with building blocks and figures. It's heartwarming to see their creativity and friendships grow every day. 🍽️

🎉🎓 Our Year 6 children have officially finished their SATs! They've done incredibly well and we're so proud of their hard work and dedication. To celebrate, we finished off in style with delicious Hartley's ice cream and a fun game of rounders. Well done to them all! 🍦🥳

Our talented Year 4 children have been hard at work crafting slingshot buggies in their Design & Technology lessons! 🛠️ From concept to creation, they've unleashed their engineering skills to build these impressive vehicles. 🏁 "

It is wonderful to reminisce about those special moments from school, especially our concerts and festive season. The combination of old photos and nostalgia seems to have sparked quite a bit of engagement too. It's great to see people coming together to share in those memories.

What a busy week in Year 5! They have been busy in French, created some awesome clay bowls, and explored a science investigations into forces. So much learning and creativity packed into one week!

🚒 Today, Year 1 had an exciting visit from our local fire service! The children got to learn about fire safety and even had the chance to see a real engine up close. They were excited to explore the engine and ask questions about what it’s like to be a firefighter. A huge thank you to our brave firefighters for sharing their knowledge and making learning so much fun! 🔥👨‍🚒 They did ask me to remind everyone that the fire service can fit smoke alarms free of charge. You would need to contact Whitehaven Fire station.

We had a bit of a issue with our ovens today, but thanks to the wonderful staff at Egremont Co-op and the ice cream from Hartley Ice Cream, we turned a potential problem into a fantastic picnic on the school field! The children had a blast, and it was a perfect reminder that even when things don't go as planned, there's always a way to find the positive. 🍦🌈

time! 🌟 Here's a glimpse into the good ol' days— old-school outfits, and the people who made them unforgettable. Check out these blasts from the past.🎞️✨

🌄 "Not every classroom has walls." 🌄

Today, our infants embarked on an unforgettable trip to Hawse End. It was a day filled with adventure. From canoeing on Derwent Water to trekking through the stunning mountains, the children embraced the challenges and loved being in the great outdoors.

We’re so proud of their enthusiasm and behaviour! It's wonderful to see how much they learn and grow outside the classroom. A big thank you to our amazing staff and volunteers for making this experience possible. 🙌 🚣‍♂️

There's something truly magical about watching a child discover the power of reading. As they sound out words and string together sentences, you can see their world expanding before your eyes. Here's to the joy of learning and the incredible power of reading! 📚✨

It's great to see how much joy and nostalgia the old school photos are bringing back. They do capture a special time in our lives and reminds us of friends and memories that might otherwise be forgotten. I hope you enjoy this week’s!

The Promise Creative Workshop was a huge success with the Year 4 children this afternoon! 🌟 We had beautiful weather and an amazing location, making the session truly special. A big thank you to Handpicked Productions and the Friends of Egremont Castle for helping make this event happen. 🙏I hope some families will be able to attend the event at 4pm today.

We have a group of Y4 children who are going to get a sneak preview of this event today!

We are looking for a Assistant Cook to join our school team.
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In Science, year 1 have been learning about plants. We created a diagram that shows the different parts of the plant and how they help the plant function.

Found some more old-school photos today and couldn't help but take a trip down memory lane! 📸 It's amazing to see how much we've changed, yet the tradition still holds strong. Good times, great memories! 📸

We have spaces available for children to start in Reception for September 2024, due to a lower birthrate in the area. If you're looking for a place for Reception for September 2024, please get in touch to arrange a tour.