Sacred Heart RC Nursery & Primary School

13/07/2026

What an exciting buzz around the school as the cast of Fantastic Mr Fox prepare for their first performance. I’d like to give a huge shout out to Alessia and her family for the incredible set design.

Parents you are in for a treat later.

10/07/2026

Well done to all the Y6 fundraisers in this year’s FIVER challenge. The children collectively made a profit of £392.47 with their entrepreneurial skills. The present Y5s will benefit from the money raised as they move into Y6 as the present Y6s benefited from last year’s profits. This annual
Project subsides Y6 enrichment visits and visitors.

10/07/2026

Year 4 Eden Project Trip

Last Monday, Year 4 travelled to the Eden Project as part of their rainforest unit in Geography to experience what life in a rainforest might be like.

Thanks to the fantastic education team at the Eden Project, the children became rainforest rangers for the day, exploring the rainforest biome and discovering the different plants and animals that could provide food, water and shelter.

The children absolutely loved the trip, and it was an experience they will not forget any time soon. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and curiosity as they immersed themselves in such an exciting learning opportunity.

A huge thank you to all of the parents whose support helped make the trip possible.

10/07/2026

Year 5/6 Girls’ Football Finals Night

After a hard-fought season, the girls’ football team finished fourth in the league and qualified for finals night, giving them the opportunity to compete for a trophy.

Our semi-final was against Oldway, whose quality shone through as they dominated the match. The less said about the result, the better! However, the girls never gave up and continued to run, battle and defend in the heat, which was fantastic to see.

This meant we progressed to the third and fourth-place play-off against Roselands for the Plate. After another tough match, neither side could break the deadlock, resulting in a 0–0 draw and a penalty shootout. In a nail-biting contest, the girls held their nerve and, in a best-of-three competition, secured a 3–1 victory on penalties to be crowned Plate winners.

A huge well done to the girls, who finished third overall in their first-ever season. You have been a credit to everyone at the school, and it has been an absolute pleasure coaching you and taking you to matches throughout the year. You have truly represented Sacred Heart beautifully and have been outstanding sporting ambassadors for the school.

A huge thank you must also go to the parents, whose support has been phenomenal all season.

I cannot wait to go again next year.

Well done, ladies! 👍
Mr Mason

07/07/2026

Year 5 have had a fantastic morning at Riverford Farm in Buckfastleigh, where they enjoyed a guided tour of the farm and learned all about organic farming and sustainability. The children explored the growing areas, discovered how fruit and vegetables are produced, and even had the opportunity to taste fresh produce straight from the farm.

Throughout the visit, they learned about the importance of caring for the environment, protecting wildlife, healthy soils, and how organic farming helps create a more sustainable future. The children also gained an insight into the many different careers available at Riverford, from farming and food production to logistics, technology and customer service, highlighting the opportunities offered by this successful local employer.

It was an engaging, hands-on experience that inspired curiosity about where our food comes from and the importance of sustainable farming. A huge thank you to the Riverford team for such an informative and enjoyable visit!

05/07/2026

The Heatwave Has Returned!

With temperatures set to remain high over the coming days, we’d like to remind families how you can help us to keep children safe and comfortable at school.

Please ensure your child:

Brings a named water bottle to school every day.

Wears a named sun hat or cap.

Has sun cream applied before school. Children are welcome to bring a clearly named bottle of sun cream to school if they are able to reapply it themselves.

Wears a lighter version of the correct school uniform. Leave jumpers and cardigans at home. Children may wear their school PE kit if they prefer whilst the temperature is high and warnings are in place.

Throughout the day, staff will encourage regular drinks, make use of shaded areas where possible and adapt activities to help everyone stay safe in the heat.

Sports Day - Wednesday

We know everyone is looking forward to the rescheduled Sports Day. We will continue to monitor the forecast and liaise with Oldway before making a final decision based on our risk assessment. We will keep families updated as soon as possible.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep everyone safe and comfortable during the hot weather. ☀️

01/07/2026

Today's Fiver Challege

22/06/2026

21/06/2026

Congratulations to the Sacred Stompers who took part in last night’s Sleep Walk challenge for Rowcroft Hospice. The ladies have raised £910 through online and cash sponsorship. If you want to help them reach £1000, please donate to the links.

https://rowcrofthospice.enthuse.com/pf/rachael-king-d6162

19/06/2026

The PTFA staff team were busy sorting the cakes last night making them Father’s Day ready for the sale today.

Just a £1 and your child gets to choose a gift for their dad, step-dad, grandad or other important figure in their life.

All cakes are presented in a box in a gift ready condition, lovingly chosen just for them.

All money goes to the PTFA which in turn goes back to your children.

Thank you.