Phonics Superstar
A huge shoutout to Oliver for his incredible effort in his Little Wandle Phonics sessions! He has shown fantastic focus and determination when learning new sounds and blending words, and it’s been wonderful to see his confidence growing every day. Oliver has been awarded a special prize in recognition of his superstar effort – well […]
Golden Ticket Winners!
Today, we are bursting with pride as these amazing children have each been awarded a Golden Ticket and a special prize from Rotherham United for their outstanding effort and dedication in PE and school sport. From excellent teamwork to pushing themselves to achieve personal bests, they have truly gone above and beyond. We are also […]
Multiplication Check Meeting
Thank you to all the parents who joined us for our Multiplication Check meeting. During the session, we explained what the check involves, shared how times tables are taught in school, and took part in some fun multiplication games together. It was fantastic to see such positive engagement, and we really appreciate your continued support! […]
The Ashwood Way Celebration
This week at Rawmarsh Ashwood, we have been celebrating some fantastic achievements from our pupils. Being part of Ashwood is about more than just hard work – it’s about character, kindness, and determination. A special mention goes to those pupils who have been demonstrating the Ashwood Way through their actions, whether that’s supporting others, showing […]
Y5 Maths Superstars
This week, Y5 pupils have been exploring decimals and percentages. They have been building their understanding of how numbers link together, from place value in decimals to recognising that 0.50 is the same as 50%. It’s been great to see their confidence grow as they make these connections. So far, they have been developing their […]
Headteacher Award for Phonics
This week, Lyla received a special Headteacher’s Certificate from Miss Roper in recognition of the hard work and dedication she is showing in her phonics learning. Lyla is making fantastic progress, and it’s wonderful to see her confidence continue to grow. Her efforts are really paying off, and she should be very proud of herself. […]
FS2 Spring Celebrations
On Friday 27th March, FS2 rounded off an incredible term with a well-earned celebration! We are extremely proud of the progress the children have made, particularly the significant improvements in phonics. It felt like the perfect opportunity to recognise their hard work with a fun and memorable day. The morning began with a special visit […]
Y6 Rawmarsh Library Trip
In the week before the break, Y6 pupils visited Rawmarsh Library to continue their learning about the Miners’ Strike. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to explore the topic in a local context, helping pupils understand how their own community was affected by mining. They were highly engaged throughout and showed great interest in the […]
Harpist Visits Foundation at Ashwood
This week, Foundation were delighted to welcome the incredibly talented Ruth Lee for a truly beautiful musical experience. Building on the children’s natural love of music, they composed an original song all about the arrival of spring and used their imaginations to create a vibrant soundscape. They also had the opportunity to try playing the […]
Maths in Y1
Our Year 1 mathematicians have been busy exploring mass and weight this week through hands-on learning with balance scales. To support their understanding, the class uses the “I Do, We Do, You Do” approach. This method gradually builds independence, helping pupils feel confident while learning each new skill. Miss Roper, our Headteacher, visited Y1 to […]
