Bramford Primary Updates

GAF 25 continues at Bramford and as you can see from our photographs, our creative chameleons are really enjoying our "Imagine"-related arts activities. They have been so excited to share their pieces of arts work with anyone who enters their classrooms and can't wait to share it with their family and friends on Tuesday at the GAF 25 arts exhibition. All are welcome!

The exciting arts work has continued at Bramford with our innovative iguanas exploring the theme of “Imagine” through a variety of mediums. They have moved, danced, twirled, spun, cut, stuck, built and used pastel to create some amazing pieces of arts work. They should all be very proud peacocks!

We have had a busy first week of GAF at Bramford with our griffins taking part in a variety of imagine-related arts activities.

Our GAF 25 fortnight at school started with an amazing day of dance workshops led by Emma Dugmore from Inspire2Dance. After warming up, she taught the different year groups a sequence of moves exploring the theme of “Imagine”, using the music and story of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” as a focus.

The children have been exploring elephants in their art work, focusing on kinetic art, light art, recycled technology and cardboard technology instillations. Walking through school, it has felt like we have travelled back through time seeing children using tapes, floppy discs and CDs in their art pieces. Don’t forget, our creative chameleons' arts work will be displayed next week for you to come and celebrate and enjoy. More details to follow.

Our GAF residential day 3 started with our griffins exploring the stunning architecture of Birmingham. We talked about the old and new buildings, and explored the history behind some of the buildings. After a picnic lunch in the sunshine in Centenary square, our artists visited the Ikon Gallery and after a tour, used tissue, acrylic paint and screens and paint to create pieces of art to represent proverbs. The day ended with the GAF 25 Gala and our griffins do-si-do-ed their socks off to the music of the ceidlh band!

Our second day at GAF 25 has been another busy day for our griffins. After a huge breakfast we travelled to the Birmingham Royal Ballet for a workshop exploring “Still Life at the Penguin Cafe.” The children listened to the story of the ballet and then learnt some steps from the ballet, using them to create their own sequence of moves. Our creative chameleons danced with confidence and enthusiasm!
This afternoon we travelled to Birmingham Botanical Gardens and took part in a workshop exploring natural art based on the works of Andy Goldsworthy. As you can see, their pieces of art are amazing!

Birmingham and Coventry GAF 25 has begun today and our Year 5 griffins have had a very busy first day. After arriving at Nicholas Chamberlaine High School and meeting our fellow griffins, we travelled to Stratford to take part in a Romeo and Juliet workshop at The Royal Shakespeare Company. The children discussed the key themes of the story and acted out key parts of the story. Our griffins acted with enthusiasm and confidence, especially enjoying using clothes and props to bring the story to life. This evening they have made agamographs, an optical illusion that appears to change as the viewer moves around it. We shall look forward to seeing the results!

Tomorrow marks the start of the Griffin Arts Festival 2025 – two unforgettable weeks packed with music, dance, drama, and visual art across all Griffin schools.

This year’s theme, "Imagine," invites our children to dream boldly, create fearlessly, and celebrate their unique voices through the arts. 🌟

Get ready for performances, exhibitions, and moments of magic...and don’t forget to get your picnic and deck chair ready for our Arts Summer Concert on the field and our “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse” performance by our Musical Theatre group.

Congratulations to all the incredible runners who tackled the challenging ‘undulating’ course at Brunswick Park on Saturday 17th! Your dedication and perseverance is truly shining through. A warm welcome to our new supporters and runners who joined us; we're excited to have you as part of our community.

In an inspiring turn of events, the children have been consistently been outpacing the adults at every event so far!

Mark your calendars for this Saturday, as we gear up for our penultimate run at the beautiful Sandwell Valley Country Park. We can’t wait to see familiar faces and meet new ones.

See you all there!

We have completed our first two weeks of Nature Club, and what an adventure it has been! Our little explorers have been having a blast listening to the beautiful songs of the birds around us and trying to spot them in their natural habitats. But that’s not all!

We also got creative and made our very own nature bracelets using leaves, flowers and other treasures we found on our journeys. It’s been wonderful to see the children connect with nature, learn about our own feathered friends, and express their creativity.

Our Reception Griffins had an exciting school trip to the West Midlands Safari Park, where they enjoyed a day full of adventure and learning. As they travelled through the park, the children were thrilled to see a wide range of safari animals up close, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and elephants.

They also explored the Land of the Living Dinosaurs, where they came face to face with life-sized models of roaring T-Rexes and towering Brachiosauruses. The children were amazed by the realistic sights and sounds and loved learning about how dinosaurs lived millions of years ago.

Everyone had a lovely time, and the experience sparked lots of curiosity and conversations back in the classroom. Well done, Reception!

Last weekend, our amazing staff, dedicated parents, and enthusiastic children came together for Run 2 of our Challenge 26 Parkrunathon! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

A warm welcome to all our new runners who joined us for this fun-filled event! Your energy and spirit truly make a difference. 🙌✨
We’re especially proud of our Bramford children who volunteered their time to help make this event a success. Your support and enthusiasm help create fantastic opportunities for everyone involved. 💚

Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to support each other as a community. Here’s to more runs, more fun, and more unforgettable memories! 🎉

The next Parkrun is at Brunswick Park on May 17th!

Bramford Parents & Friends Association organised a memorable family event to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, bringing the community together in a spirit of nostalgia and joy. Families enjoyed a delightful afternoon tea, complete with classic treats that added to the wartime atmosphere.

A talented singer, Marie, performed popular 1940’s songs, creating a lively and authentic backdrop for the celebration. There were traditional games for children and adults to enjoy, creating a fun and friendly atmosphere. It was a wonderful way for the school community to come together, learn about history, and have lots of fun.

A special thank you to Tipton & Coseley Building Society for contributing towards the event. Also a huge thank you to the BPFA for organising such a memorable and enjoyable afternoon for our families!